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

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.
Advice5 days ago
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.
Advice2 weeks ago
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.
Advice2 weeks ago
What is the engine management light? How do I reset it?
Wondering why your car’s engine management light has switched on? Read our guide to find out what the symbol means and how to switch it off.
Advice3 weeks ago
What is AdBlue and what does it do?
Learn what AdBlue is, how it reduces diesel emissions, when to refill, and why it’s essential for modern cars.
Advice1 month ago
Which engine coolant should I use for my car?
Here’s how to choose the right engine coolant for your car, plus how to safely top up and check coolant levels in this guide.
Advice1 month ago
Driving in fog: when to use fog lights
Unsure of when to turn on fog lights? Read our guide to learn how and when to use fog lights this winter to drive safely.
Advice1 month ago
What are dipped headlights and when to use them?
Learn what dipped headlights are and when to use them according to the Highway Code, to keep you and other road users safe.
Advice1 month ago
Number plate retention: Can I keep my number plate when I sell my car?
Yes, you can retain your number plate when you sell your car by contacting the DVLA.
Guide3 months ago
What happens if the registered keeper of a car dies
In this guide we go through how to contact the DVLA to notify them when someone dies and if you inherit a car.
Guide6 months ago
Spring Statement 2025: key news for motorists
Find out how the Spring Statement will affect drivers and vehicle owners from April 2025 onwards.
News8 months ago
Winter tyres explained: Should I buy them for my car?
Bad weather in the winter months can create havoc on the roads, but do you need to fork out for winter tyres in the UK? In this article we answer...
Advice11 months ago
Maintaining and replacing your lease car tyres
When you lease a car, you’re responsible for maintaining and replacing any damaged tyres. Find out how to replace lease car tyres and what to do...
Guide1 year ago
Rising prices seeing young drivers “squeezed out of the car market”
An Auto Trader analysis finds that lack of affordable car options, plus the rising cost of insurance, is making motoring increasingly unaffordable...
News1 year ago
Displaying number plates: UK rules for 2025
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.
News1 year ago
Win a Nissan Leaf Tekna worth £27,025
Win a new electric car every month with Autotrader.
News1 year ago
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.
Advice1 year ago
Driving with a medical condition: informing the DVLA
If you suffer from a medical condition, you may be legally required to inform the DVLA about it to keep driving. Find out which medical conditions...
Advice2 years ago
Seven steps to get a car key replacement
It’s not uncommon for people to lose their car keys, so don’t worry - because there are a few fixes you can try in this article.
Advice2 years ago
Congestion charge: When and how to pay in London
Drivers in Central London have to pay a daily £15 congestion charge. Find out which areas are included in the congestion charge zone and how to pay...
Advice2 years ago

Car ownership

How to look after your tyres

Car winter kit: Top winter driving essentials for 2025

Is my car insured? How to find out for free

What is the engine management light? How do I reset it?

What is AdBlue and what does it do?

Which engine coolant should I use for my car?

Driving in fog: when to use fog lights

What are dipped headlights and when to use them?

Number plate retention: Can I keep my number plate when I sell my car?

What happens if the registered keeper of a car dies

Spring Statement 2025: key news for motorists

Winter tyres explained: Should I buy them for my car?

Maintaining and replacing your lease car tyres

Rising prices seeing young drivers “squeezed out of the car market”

Displaying number plates: UK rules for 2025

Win a Nissan Leaf Tekna worth £27,025

How to renew car tax (vehicle excise duty)

Driving with a medical condition: informing the DVLA

Seven steps to get a car key replacement

Congestion charge: When and how to pay in London

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