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How to sell your car: your car selling options explained
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How to sell your car: your car selling options explained

Need to sell your car? We look at the various options open to you from part-exchange to private sales, auctions and online car buying services
14 Mar 2024
International driving permit: do you need one?
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International driving permit: do you need one?

If you plan on driving abroad, you may need an International Driving Permit – here’s everything you need to know
13 Mar 2024
What is middle-lane hogging?
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What is middle-lane hogging?

If the surveys are to be believed, almost nothing annoys motorists like middle-lane hogging. Here’s the lowdown on what it is and why you really shoul…
9 Mar 2024
What is heel and toe? Rev-matching gear shifts explained
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What is heel and toe? Rev-matching gear shifts explained

Find out what the term ‘heel and toe’ means and how to use it to make changing gear smoother in a manual car
1 Mar 2024
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Latest live M25 traffic news
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Latest live M25 traffic news

Live M25 traffic reports, plus the latest news on M25 accidents, delays and congestion
1 Mar 2024
Should you buy a white car?
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Should you buy a white car?

Is white the right colour for your next car? Here’s what to consider when picking your paint options
28 Feb 2024
Car depreciation explained: future residual values and how they’re calculated
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Car depreciation explained: future residual values and how they’re calculated

What is car depreciation, how does it work and what can you do to minimise it on your car? We reveal all in our guide…
21 Feb 2024

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Double-cab pick-up truck tax explained
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Double-cab pick-up truck tax explained

The inside line on HMRC’s VAT and Benefit-in-Kind tax rules for those using double-cab pick-ups as company vehicles
19 Feb 2024
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How to SORN your car with the DVLA
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How to SORN your car with the DVLA

Taking your car off the road? You’ll need to abide by the 'SORN’ laws. Our guide explains all
15 Feb 2024
Old Cat C and Cat D insurance write-off categories explained
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Old Cat C and Cat D insurance write-off categories explained

A new write-off category system was introduced in 2017, but plenty of Cat C and Cat D cars are still on the used market. We explain what these categor…
9 Feb 2024
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What's the best engine oil for my car?
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What's the best engine oil for my car?

Use our handy guide to find the right engine oil for your car
8 Feb 2024
Car insurance write-off categories explained: what are Cat N and Cat S cars?
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Car insurance write-off categories explained: what are Cat N and Cat S cars?

Cat S and Cat N insurance write-off classifications replaced the old Cat C and Cat D groups in 2017; but what do they mean and how do they work?
6 Feb 2024
Motorway driving lessons: what to expect
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Motorway driving lessons: what to expect

The thought of driving on a motorway can be intimidating for a learner driver but our guide will help boost your knowledge and confidence.
1 Feb 2024
Pass Plus scheme: pros, cons, cost and insurance discounts
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Pass Plus scheme: pros, cons, cost and insurance discounts

Extra driver training is always welcome, but do insurance discounts make the Pass Plus prices worth paying?
1 Feb 2024
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Car tax refunds: how to claim yours
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Car tax refunds: how to claim yours

We guide you through the rules around getting a refund on your road tax when you sell your car
31 Jan 2024
Can you lease a used car? second-hand car leasing deals guide
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Can you lease a used car? second-hand car leasing deals guide

When we think of leasing, we tend to think of new cars, but leasing a used car is an option worth looking at
30 Jan 2024
Manual vs automatic gearboxes - which should you choose?
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Manual vs automatic gearboxes - which should you choose?

The pros and cons of changing gears yourself, or letting the car do it for you
30 Jan 2024
Car tax bands: 2023/2024 VED bands explained
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Car tax bands: 2023/2024 VED bands explained

Our guide to the VED road tax bands for cars first registered from 1 April 2017 onwards
26 Jan 2024
Car tax 2024: how does UK VED road tax work and how much will it cost you?
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Car tax 2024: how does UK VED road tax work and how much will it cost you?

Confused by VED road tax? Our comprehensive guide explains how much you'll pay to tax your next car in the 2023/24 financial year
26 Jan 2024
The Dartford Crossing: how to pay the Dart Charge toll and appeal a fine
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The Dartford Crossing: how to pay the Dart Charge toll and appeal a fine

Our Dartford Crossing guide explains when and how to pay the Dart Charge, how much it costs and how to appeal a fine
26 Jan 2024
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London ULEZ: Ultra Low Emissions Zone expansion, charges and map
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London ULEZ: Ultra Low Emissions Zone expansion, charges and map

The ULEZ has now expanded to cover all London boroughs. Here are the facts about the charge, the zone map and the cars affected
26 Jan 2024
What is Torque? The mystery explained
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What is Torque? The mystery explained

Engine torque figures are commonly compared, but what is torque and why is it important in our cars?
24 Jan 2024
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What is antifreeze? And how to check your engine coolant level
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What is antifreeze? And how to check your engine coolant level

We explain how antifreeze keeps your car's engine from overheating, and why you should regularly check your levels
23 Jan 2024
What is ESP, and ESC on a car?
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What is ESP, and ESC on a car?

Since 2014, every new car in Europe has been fitted with Electronic Stability Control – but what is ESC, and what is ESP for that matter?
23 Jan 2024
Car underseal rust protection: what is it and is it worth getting for your car?
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Car underseal rust protection: what is it and is it worth getting for your car?

Here are our top tips and things to consider when it comes to protecting your car from rust with a car underseal
19 Jan 2024
UK car insurance groups explained
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UK car insurance groups explained

The Association of British Insurers decides your car’s insurance group, from 1 to 50. Here’s what it means for you…
19 Jan 2024
How to parallel park – the ultimate guide for learner drivers
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How to parallel park – the ultimate guide for learner drivers

Parallel parking is a feared manoeuvre for many drivers, but with these techniques and a bit of practice, anyone can get to grips with the parallel pa…
17 Jan 2024
UK low emission zones explained: Do LEZs and CAZs affect my car?
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UK low emission zones explained: Do LEZs and CAZs affect my car?

Low emissions zones are springing up around the country, here’s what you need to know…
5 Jan 2024
What is the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate and what does it mean for you?
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What is the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate and what does it mean for you?

‘ZEV mandate’ compels car makers to sell increasing numbers of EVs from 2024 up to the 2035 petrol and diesel ban
3 Jan 2024
Car noise limits: UK laws and how to report noisy car exhausts or engines
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Car noise limits: UK laws and how to report noisy car exhausts or engines

Car noise is a regular cause of annoyance in the UK and there are clear rules on noise limits. Here’s everything you need to know…
2 Jan 2024
Winter driving tips
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Winter driving tips

Top tips for winter driving, plus the do's and don'ts for handling snow and ice
2 Jan 2024
Off-road driving tips: how to make the most of your 4x4
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Off-road driving tips: how to make the most of your 4x4

There’s great fun to be had taking a 4x4 off road, but our advice here can help you in everyday driving, too
1 Jan 2024
Box junctions: what are the rules and the penalties for breaking them?
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Box junctions: what are the rules and the penalties for breaking them?

It’s easy to fall foul of box junction rules: here’s how they work and how to avoid being fined
6 Dec 2023
What is Android Auto? Full review and user guide
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What is Android Auto? Full review and user guide

What is Google's Android Auto and what are the benefits for UK drivers?
24 Nov 2023