Tips for driving abroad in 2026
Here’s everything you need to know about driving in the EU and beyond, including licence and insurance required, laws to keep in mind and more so...
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Black box insurance for young and new drivers 2026
Telematics ‘black box’ insurance can be a cheap car insurance option for young and inexperienced drivers. Learn more about how black box insurance...
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Provisional driving licences: how to apply, renew and change address
A provisional driving licence is the first step to starting your driving journey. Find out how to apply, renew or change your address on your...
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Tax your car online or at the Post Office (2026 update)
Find out how to tax your car online and in-person to be able to legally drive your car in the UK.
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How to renew car tax (vehicle excise duty)
You have to renew car tax every year to keep driving your car legally in the UK. Here we delve into different ways to do so.
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Reporting potholes and the damage they cause to your car
Potholes are becoming an increasing problem in the UK: here’s how to report a pothole and how to claim compensation if a pothole has damaged your car.
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MOT certificate: How to check it online
MOT certificate is an important document to legally drive in the UK. Find out how to access your certificate and download it for taxing your car.
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Ten ways to get cheaper car insurance in 2026
Car insurance is compulsory, but here are ten ways you can keep the cost down for a cheaper car insurance quote.
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Spring Statement 2026: key news for motorists
Find out how the Spring Statement will affect drivers and vehicle owners from April 2026 onwards.
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How long do penalty points stay on your driving licence
Committing a driving offence can land you points on your licence. Find out how long they stay on your licence and how to check penalty points online...
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Your V5C logbook explained (2026 update)
Car buying and selling is incomplete without a V5C. Learn more about how to use a logbook to access your vehicle registration details.
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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...
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Displaying number plates: UK rules for 2026
The DVLA has rules around displaying number plates that could land you with a fine if you don’t follow them correctly. How many do you know? Find out.
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New 26 plates: what do UK number plates mean?
26 and 76 plates will be in market in 2026 - here's everything you need to know before you get one.
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2025 in review: the biggest trends on Autotrader
From the biggest car brands to the biggest selling models, and everything in between, here are the cars you’ve been looking up on Autotrader in 2025.
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Car won’t start – what should I do?
Discover reasons why your car won’t start and find practical tips to help diagnose and fix these problems - helping you get back on the road quickly!
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EV tyres vs traditional: What sets electric car tyres apart?
Discover how electric vehicle tyres differ from petrol and diesel car tyres, why they cost more, and tips for maintenance and safety.
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How to look after your tyres
Learn how to check tyre pressure, change a tyre, check tread depth and more in this beginner-friendly guide to a car’s tyres.
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Car winter kit: Top winter driving essentials for 2025
Use our driving in snow and winter checklist to ensure you’ve got all the winter essentials kit in place for driving safely in snow and icy roads.
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Is my car insured? How to find out for free
In this guide we go through how to find out if your car is insured or not for free.
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