Car ownership

Advice on every aspect of running your car, from saving money on your insurance to preparing it for winter

The UK number plate system explained
UK green number plates and annual number plate changes explained. Find the age of a second-hand car using the number plate, the best time to buy a new
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Living with a… Honda E (Month 3)
It's the coolest new electric car on the block but what's the Honda E like to live with?
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Extended car warranties explained
When the new-car warranty on your car expires, you have several options if you want to continue with cover.
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10 things we love about electric cars in lockdown
Erin Baker explains why she's lucky to own a Nissan Leaf in lockdown, and shares what potential electric car buyers should look for.
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Coronavirus advice for car drivers
What do the lockdown restrictions mean for motorists across the UK? Here's our guide to the key questions facing car owners.
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Living with a… Citroen C3 Aircross
Senior road tester Phill Tromans swaps a hatchback for a small SUV, and spends six months with Citroen's funky-looking family car.
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How to drive your car abroad
Millions take their cars abroad each year for holidays, but how much do you know about the laws of the road in the country you're driving?
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How to drive in the winter
Snow. Ice. Rain. Cold. None of these make for much fun while driving, but these tips will help keep you safe during the winter months.
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Nearly 75% of car buyers are considering an electric car as their next vehicle
Was 2018 the year the British public finally came around to the idea of electric motoring? The Auto Trader Market Report suggests it might have been..
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Renault Zoe: You asked on Facebook, we answered
Answering some of the most FAQs you raised on our Facebook post about the Renault Zoe and electric cars
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New, nearly new and used cars explained
What's the difference between new, nearly new and used, and what are the pros and cons of each?
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Top ten ways to save on car insurance
Car insurance is compulsory, but here are ten ways to keep the cost down, as experts from comparethemarket.com explained to us.
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Winter checklist: car preparation essentials 2021
Use our winter driving checklist to ensure you’ve got all the winter essential preparations in place for driving safely in snow and icy roads.
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Should I buy winter tyres for my car?
Bad weather in the winter months can create havoc on the roads. Winter tyres could help you stay mobile, but are they worth it?
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How can I prepare my car for an MOT?
Taking the time to get your car ready for its MOT test can save you money in the long run.
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Why does my car need an MOT test?
For anyone with a car that's more than three-years-old, the annual MOT test is a fact of motoring life. Perhaps you're wondering why your car needs one,
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How much should I pay for an MOT test?
The government sets the maximum price for an MOT, but there are plenty of places offering it for less. What should you pay and where can you book your
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Tips and advice for new drivers
It's a super exciting time when you pass your driving test, but you do need to sort out car insurance! You needn’t pay a fortune though, if you follow
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What can I do if my car fails its MOT test?
By doing the right things at the right time, you can ensure that if your car fails its MOT, it won't turn into a disaster.
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Everything you need to know about the MOT test
For anyone with a car more than three years old, the annual MOT test is a fact of motoring life. But how much do you know about it?
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