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Vehicle excise duty: Car tax rates from 1 April 2026 onwards
Find out how VED tax bands work and how much tax you’ll pay for a new or used car in 2026.
Advice3 months ago
What paperwork do I need to buy a car in the UK? (2026 update)
There's very little paperwork needed to buy a used car. Everything you do need is included in our checklist of all the documents you need to buy a...
Advice3 months ago
What is luxury car tax?
In this complete guide to luxury car tax, we explain how the £40k threshold for car prices works, as well as the new £50k limit being introduced for...
Advice4 months ago
Best cars for dogs 2025
Our pets are an integral part of our family, and the best cars for dogs can make life easier for both you and your furry friend. Check out these...
Best of3 years ago
The technology making the roads safer
Car manufacturers are increasingly developing technologies to help prevent accidents, not just with other vehicles, but with pedestrians, cyclists...
Feature8 months ago
Best MPVs 2025
SUVs may be more fashionable but nothing beats an MPV for practical family transport – here are our favourites of those on sale now
Best of1 year ago
The cheapest cars you can buy new 2025
Want a new car, but don’t want to spend too much money? These are the cars you should be looking at.
Best of1 year ago
Nissan Qashqai Colour Guide: Which colour is best for you?
The recently refreshed Nissan Qashqai is now available in 8 different colour options – not sure which one you’d prefer? Check out our guide.
Guide1 year ago
Dacia Spring colours UK
The all-new Dacia Spring comes in six different colours. With each colour bringing something different to the table, we breakdown pros and cons of...
Guide1 year ago
Ford Focus Colours UK
The familiar Ford Focus is now available in 9 different colour options – not sure which one you’d prefer? Check out our guide.
Guide1 year ago
Tesla Model 3 colours: Which options are worth it?
Tesla Model 3 is a popular electric car that comes in six different colour options. Find the colour you’d love to drive your Tesla in, in this guide.
Guide1 year ago
Black Friday 2025: Great car deals every day
Whether it’s Black Friday, Christmas or Boxing Day, we’ve got great leasing deals all year round on Autotrader. So this Black Friday, nothing changes.
Best of3 years ago
New, nearly new or used cars: which one should I buy?
Don’t get confused by the terminology. Find out what new, nearly new and used cars mean, and work out which one is best for your budget.
Advice7 years ago
PCP vs PCH: Which is right for me?
When it comes to making monthly payments for a vehicle, the most popular options are PCP and PCH (car leasing). Here, we look at the details of each...
Guide5 years ago
What is a pre-registered car?
If you’re looking for a bargain then a pre-registered car, also known as pre-reg or nearly new car, can be a good way to get a great deal.
Advice9 years ago
8 questions to ask before buying an electric car
Let's bust some common myths with 8 key questions you probably have if you're thinking about buying an electric car
Feature1 year ago
Mandatory speed limiters on EU cars from July 2024
All new vehicles sold in Europe – including Northern Ireland but not Great Britain – will be fitted with a mandatory speed limiter from 2024 to keep...
News7 years ago
These are the best seven-seater cars in 2025
There are plenty of great seven-seat cars offering space, practicality and comfort. Here are our favourites for 2025
Best of2 years ago
Kia Sportage colours: Which options are worth it?
The latest Kia Sportage is available in eleven different colour options depending on which trim you decide to buy. Find the colour you’d love for...
Guide2 years ago
Tesla Model Y colours: Which options are worth it?
Tesla Model Y is available in five colours, but which one is worth splashing out on? Here we show you how the colours look on a Tesla Model Y to...
Guide2 years ago

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