What are smart motorways? (2025 update)
Learn what smart motorways, hard shoulder and speed cameras mean, then find out about the latest development plans for smart motorways in 2022.
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Bentley Continental Convertible (2024 - ) review
The luxurious Continental is now a plug-in hybrid, but is it still the ultimate grand tourer?
The new Dacia Bigster will cost less than £25,000
Like a Duster only larger, the Bigster will be Dacia’s new budget focused, spacious SUV
Selling a car with outstanding finance (2025 update)
Learn how to legally sell a car with outstanding finance, including Hire Purchase and Personal Contract Purchase agreements, and understand your...
Video | The best and worst electric cars
Rory Reid ranks his favourite EV of 2024
Living with a… Mini Countryman JCW (Final Report)
The ‘big’ Mini made a strong first impression – will that endure over the course of a six-month test, though?
Nissan Qashqai Colour Guide: Which colour is best for you?
The recently refreshed Nissan Qashqai is now available in 8 different colour options – not sure which one you’d prefer? Check out our guide.
Euro 7 emissions standard explained (2025 update)
Stricter emission standards may affect the next car you buy. Find out what the proposed Euro 7 emissions standard are and when do they come into...
Best hybrid cars 2025
Not ready to go fully electric? A hybrid could be just what you are after. Here’s our pick of the best
What is Personal Contract Purchase (PCP)? (2025 update)
PCP is one of the most popular types of car finance. Find out if you’re eligible, what you’ll be paying back each month and how to get great PCP...
What is Hire Purchase (HP)? (2025 update)
With Hire Purchase, you can buy a new or used car in monthly instalments. Would this work for you? Our guide looks at the total cost, pros and cons,...
Sustainability Newsletter – January 2025
2025 looks set to be the year of the affordable EV
How to change the address on your driving licence (full or provisional)
Changing the address on your driving licence is free and easy. Find out how to update your address online and by post.
Cost of motoring in 2025
We crunch the data to see how much buying and running a new or used car will be in the coming year
Modifying your car: UK laws, insurance and tips (2025)
If your car has been altered since it was manufactured, it’s considered modified. Find out how to insure a modified car and get the right deal for...
UK Clean Air Zones and ULEZ 2025: Everything you need to know
London’s ULEZ has expanded, and more UK cities are adopting clean air zones. Find out what this means for you and find ULEZ compliant cars for sale.
Advertising your car: Top tips to get the best price and sell fast (2025 update)
Wondering what to write when selling a car? Here’s how to create an effective and eye-catching advert in minutes on Autotrader.
New Enyaq is Skoda's longest-range EV ever!
Skoda is giving the Enyaq a fresh face and up to 365 miles of range
BMW’s Panoramic Vision
BMW teases next-gen in-car tech with innovative full-width display and projected 3D driving info
Best New Electric Cars 2025
The trickle of electric cars into the market is now a flood – here are some of our favourites
