The latest car advice from our team

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  Can you use your phone and sat nav while driving in UK

  What are the UK laws when it comes to using your phone while driving? Can you use your phone as a sat nav? Where can you legally place your sat nav...

  Advice 3 weeks ago

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  Charging An Electric Car With No Driveway

  No driveway? No worries! Here’s how you can charge your electric car without a home charger wallbox.

  Advice 1 month ago

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  What is a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)?

  The last thing a dealer does before you accept your new car is to inspect it. But what is included? And what happens if it reveals any problems?

  Advice 1 month ago

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  Electric Car Charging Points: Charging On The Go

  How would you charge an electric car on a roadtrip? Here’s where you can charge your car when out and about, how much it’ll cost, how you should...

  Advice 1 month ago

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  Are all new cars identical underneath?

  With so many new cars being based on the same platform, we ask whether all new cars now basically identical under their fancy bodywork?

  Advice 2 months ago

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  Fuel-efficient driving tips to reduce car emissions

  Fuel-efficient driving techniques help in reducing your car's emissions. Follow our eco-driving tips to help keep the environment clean, protect...

  Advice 2 months ago

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  Electric car grants explained: how you can save on an EV

  Government grants and financial incentives exist to make buying and running an electric car more affordable, find out which you could benefit from...

  Advice 2 months ago

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  Why is my car’s battery draining and ways to prevent it

  There are various factors responsible for draining your car’s battery even when your car’s off. Learn more about how to look for symptoms, ways to...

  Advice 2 months ago

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  When is the best time to sell a car in the UK

  Find out which factors can affect how quickly you’ll be able to sell your car and the price at which you’ll be able to sell your car, plus when you...

  Advice 2 months ago

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  9 signs you need to buy a new car

  Car troubles and frequent breakdowns can be a signal that it’s time to buy a new car. Find out about some common signs that indicate it’s time to...

  Advice 2 months ago

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  How to transport your bike on your car

  Lockdown turned many of us on to cycling – now we can travel further afield to enjoy it here’s how to carry your bike safely and securely

  Advice 3 months ago

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  Arranging a test drive in 2021

  Your guide to arranging a test drive for new and used cars on Auto Trader.

  Advice 3 months ago

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  How to test drive a used car

  Test driving a used car? Here’s what to check, from the vehicle’s exterior to the paperwork.

  Advice 3 months ago

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  VED tax bands explained

  Find out how VED tax bands work, how much tax you’ll pay for a new or used car, and the easiest ways to pay.

  Advice 3 months ago

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  Remembering how to drive

  Feel like you've forgotten how to drive? Here are our top tips for getting back on the road after lockdown, or longer!

  Advice 3 months ago

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  What is a speed awareness course and what to expect

  If you’re caught driving over the speed limit, you might be offered a speed awareness course instead of a penalty. Find out what to expect at a...

  Advice 3 months ago

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  What is breakdown cover and is it worth it?

  Breakdown cover can provide you with assistance if your car unexpectedly breaks down in the middle of your journey. Let’s look at the various types...

  Advice 3 months ago

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  Modifying your car: UK laws, insurance and tips

  Modified cars look super cool in movies but in real life, they can be illegal. Find out more about legal and illegal modifications in the UK, buying...

  Advice 4 months ago

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  Alternative fuel types explained

  Outside of petrol and diesel, what are your options? We look at the different types of hybrid and electric car available, and reveal which will be...

  Advice 4 months ago

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  What are WLTP and RDE?

  To keep emissions down, all new cars now undergo rigorous tests called WLTP and RDE. Here’s what they both mean, and how they’ll impact your car...

  Advice 5 months ago