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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.
News1 day ago
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...
Advice6 days 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...
Advice1 week ago
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.
News1 week ago
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.
Feature1 month ago
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!
Advice2 months ago
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.
Advice2 months ago
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.
Advice2 months 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.
Advice3 months 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.
Advice3 months 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 months 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.
Advice4 months 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.
Advice4 months 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.
Advice4 months 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.
Advice4 months 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.
Guide6 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.
Guide8 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...
Advice1 year 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

Car ownership

Spring Statement 2026: key news for motorists

How long do penalty points stay on your driving licence

What is luxury car tax?

Displaying number plates: UK rules for 2026

2025 in review: the biggest trends on Autotrader

Car won’t start – what should I do?

EV tyres vs traditional: What sets electric car tyres apart?

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

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”

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