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Driving in flip flops

Illegal to drive barefoot or in flip flops?

Here we cover the ins and outs of footwear for driving, what’s legal and what might happen if you don’t wear suitable shoes when driving.
Published 31 August 2021

Costs to get on the road?

Here we break down the essentials to help you budget for life behind the wheel.
Published 26 August 2021
How is keyless car theft affecting insurance?

How is keyless car theft affecting insurance?

With more and more cars becoming keyless, car thieves are shifting their focus with increasing success. This, inevitably, is affecting insurance.
Published 06 October 2020
Are the AA and RAC breakdown services working during Covid-19 lockdown?

Are the RAC and AA working during lockdown?

Breakdown services tell us how their home and roadside breakdown assistance services have been affected during Covid-19.
Published 29 March 2020

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
Car Clinic: What does three warning beeps on a Citroën C3 mean?

Car Clinic: Citroën C3 warning beeps

My Citroën C3 is sounding three warning beeps after about two miles of driving. Any ideas?
Published 17 July 2017
Car Clinic: How can I stop my car windscreen from misting up?

Car Clinic: How can I prevent windscreen misting?

The windscreen in my Vauxhall Corsa mists up badly in damp weather and takes ages to clear. What can I do about it?
Published 14 November 2016
Car Clinic: After clearing petrol out of my diesel car's fuel system, should I pay for optional additive?

Car Clinic: I put petrol in my diesel car...

When I put petrol in my diesel Audi A5, Fuel Doctor drained the tank. I declined to pay £20 for an additive to prevent “dangerous fumes..."
Published 07 November 2016
Car Clinic: Should I worry about a steering wheel lock warning on my BMW 3-series?

Car Clinic: 3-series steering wheel warning light

The warning light for the electronic steering wheel lock on my 2007 BMW 3-series is illuminated, though the lock works fine. Should I worry?
Published 10 October 2016
Car Clinic: What could be causing my BMW not to start?

Car Clinic: My BMW is hard to start. Why?

It’s increasingly hard to start my BMW. I’ve replaced the battery and had the fuel line checked. What next?
Published 12 September 2016
The Fixer: Land Rover drivers share their experience of poor reliability and customer care

Land Rover drivers report on their faulty cars

For a luxury car that comes loaded with toys and carries a price tag to match, Range Rovers are leaving some customers disappointed.
Published 08 September 2016
Car Clinic: What is the grating sound when changing from first to second gear in my Porsche Cayman S?

Car Clinic: What is the grating sound when changing...

Sometimes when cold there is a grating sound when changing from first to second gear on my Porsche Cayman S. Any ideas?
Published 09 August 2016