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Drive to reopen car dealerships

Car leasing explained

Car leasing is one way to get behind the wheel of a new car without having to fork out the full amount up front to buy the car outright.
Published 16 December 2021
How to scrap a car in the UK

How to scrap your car

If you need to scrap a car for any reason, here are some points to take on board.
Published 14 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
Aston Martin reveals hybrid powertrain underpinning Valhalla and future models

Torque explained

It's understood that more horsepower means more speed in a car, but what's torque all about? We explain.
Published 01 December 2021

SORN rules explained

If don’t intend to drive for a period of time, you can save money by declaring their car off the road using a Statutory Off Road Notification.
Published 01 December 2021
Checking your engine's oil

How to choose the right oil

Car engines produce a great deal of heat and friction and it’s oil that keeps all the internal parts moving smoothly.
Published 25 November 2021
Is it illegal to park on zig-zag lines outside schools?

Zig-zag lines explained

Yellow zig-zag lines on the road are most often seen outside schools, yet many motorists are still unsure as to what they mean.
Published 25 November 2021
Ford introduces key fob with "sleep mode" that prevents keyless car thefts

Key fob signal blocking explained

Some of the recent surge in car thefts has been attributed to the rise of keyless entry. Here's how to reduce the chances of it happening.
Published 24 November 2021
Volkswagen to launch 2,400 electric vehicle chargers in the UK

Cost of charging an electric car

It can be cheaper than filling with petrol or diesel, but what's the real price you pay when it comes to charging an electric car?
Published 19 November 2021
Driver caught using laser jammers to avoid speeding tickets

Any fine for 1mph over the speed limit?

Breaking the speed limit doesn't necessarily mean that you'll receive a fine. We explain why.
Published 18 November 2021
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How to check and inflate your tyres

Tyres are arguably a car’s most important safety feature. Here's how to check car tyre pressure and put air in them.
Published 18 November 2021
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The law on parking on private land

Parking on private land in the UK is a contentious issue for drivers and landowners alike. Here we explain the ins and outs.
Published 17 November 2021