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Are 3D and 4D number plates legal in the UK?

Number plate rules explained

Although the rules around the legibility of number plates in the UK are quite strict, customised plates are still a common modification.
Published 17 February 2022
What is a mild-hybrid car?

Mild hybrids explained

Last year, some 18% of all cars sold in the UK were mild hybrids. Here we explain what that means.
Published 14 February 2022
Car insurance to soar after compensation shake-up

Warning over car insurance premium increases

Drivers are being warned of a potential rise in insurance premiums this year, despite new consumer protection regulations.
Published 14 January 2022

Do electric cars have gears?

The vast majority of electric cars, by their nature, don’t have gears.
Published 04 January 2022
Best vehicle trackers for all budgets

Vehicle trackers explained

There are very few arguments against fitting a vehicle tracker to your car.
Published 22 December 2021
Insurers call for clampdown on salvaged car loopholes

Write-offs explained

An insurance company may deem a damaged car unsafe or uneconomical to repair. This is known as a write-off.
Published 07 December 2021
A guide to electric motoring terms

What are electrified, mild and full hybrid cars?

Have you been wondering what an electrified car is, or are confused about terms such as mild hybrid, full hybrid and plug-in hybrid car?
Published 12 March 2021
Coronavirus: carmakers are considering finance payment holidays

Can you freeze car finance during Covid-19?

Car price guide Parkers have reported that some car manufacturers are considering allowing payment holidays due to the spread of coronavirus.
Published 26 March 2020
The best and worst cars for child safety in 2019 Subaru Forester Euro NCAP crash test

The best and worst cars for child safety

Several new cars have been awarded a five Euro NCAP safety rating in 2019. But which motors are the best when it comes to child protection?
Published 02 January 2020
Why is my car covered in Saharan sand?

Why is my car covered in dusty deposits?

The warmest Easter Monday on record brought not only temperatures reaching 25C (77F) but also mysterious deposits of dust that covered cars.
Published 23 April 2019

What is the WLTP fuel economy and emissions test?

There was plenty of disruption in 2018 when the WLTP rules for new cars came into effect. But what are they and what does it mean for car buyers?
Published 28 February 2019
Can you drive with a flat tyre?

Can you drive with a flat tyre?

Tyres are vital to the safety of your car. As the only part of the vehicle that touches the road, any defects or excessive wear can lead to...
Published 03 September 2018