Tips & advice

Depending on who you ask, part-worn tyres are either a great money-saver or a risky gamble. But should you buy part-worn tyres and what are the risks …

Wondering if it’s worth buying an electric car? Here’s everything you need to know

With more used electric cars available than ever before and bargains to had, here are our top tips to consider before splashing the cash

Thinking of making the switch? We explain everything you need to know about buying an EV

Confused by VED Road Tax? Our comprehensive guide explains how much you'll pay to tax your next car in the 2024/25 financial year

All electric cars are automatic, but do they actually have gears? Find out more here

Starting with the first electric car, we look back at where it all began, and how EV tech has developed

Buying and owning an electric car comes with a big lifestyle change – namely plugging your car in to charge overnight instead of queueing up at a petr…

All you need to know about the UK’s luxury car tax, applied to ‘expensive’ cars costing over £40,000

Thinking of buying an electric car? You’ve probably got some questions, but we’ve got the answers

Find out why you might want a heat pump in your next electric car and how they work

Double de-clutching is a driving technique for manual cars. Find out how to do it and why

All you need to know about Atkinson cycle engines and why you might want a car that uses one

What is a Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN), why do they exist and how are they made? Find out the answers here…

Find out what Alcantara is and if this trim material is worth speccing on your new car

Learn more about plug-in hybrid cars and vans, also known as PHEVs, how they work and why you should buy one

Selling a car can be tough when it’s in good condition, let alone when it’s not. Here are our tips for finding a buyer for your damaged, non-running o…

Driving too close to the car in front can be dangerous. Here’s all you need to know about tailgating

Many adverts will mention that a car is “HPI clear”, but what is an HPI check and should you get one on the car you're buying?

Buying a used car from a dealer or privately isn’t always easy. So here is our advice and tips on how to buy your dream second-hand motor

A comprehensive guide to hire purchase, PCP, contract hire and more, for anyone buying a new car on finance

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?

Is your car suffering from a smoky exhaust? Our troubleshooting guide tells you the causes and what you need to do to fix it

Planning a road trip? Here’s how to use the AA’s Route Planner

Here’s everything you need to know about changing your car’s 12V battery

Your guide to the cost of driving lessons, and how much money you’ll need to pass your test and get your licence

Bluetooth is now a key piece of in-car tech. We explain what it is and how to use it

From simple to hi-tech, we look at some of the best ways to help prevent to stop your car or its contents being stolen

Everything you need to know about selling a car for cash on the UK used car market

If you’re planning on driving abroad outside the EU you might need a car insurance ‘green card’. But what is a green card and how do you get one?

Everything you need to know about taking your car to Europe

Want to take your dog to France? Join the increasing number of pet owners doing just that

Driving abroad can be fun, family friendly and cost-effective, our tips will help you stay safe and legal on holiday

We explain how locking wheel nuts work, and what to do when you lose your locking wheel nut key…