Car maintenance guides
Show your car some TLC today and you’ll be thankful tomorrow. Discover our top tips for car ownership to keep your vehicle running safely and smoothly, without burning a hole in your wallet.
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Considering taking on finance to complete a car purchase? We explore HP, PCP and more options.
Showing a car some TLC is something that will be appreciated by more people than just the owner, learn why in our guide.
There’s more to giving your car away than just handing over the keys – here’s a rundown on the paperwork you’ll need to complete.
Will the electric car switch in 2035 force us to leave manual transmission in the past?
A SORN will pause or stop your road tax liability on a car you don’t plan to use on the road.
Want to make your car more powerful? The secret may be under the dashboard.
Need to check your car engine size? Here’s a handy guide to finding out how.
Our top tips on keeping your car in best condition through all seasons, including the safest storage and parking options.
Keeping your car safe should be top priority – and so should getting yourself a car immobiliser.
In adverse weather, there are extra measures you should take for safety and maintenance.
The latest statistics from the DVLA reveal the most popular cars in the UK.
The best, quickest, and most cost-effective methods to go about getting new or replacement keys made up for your car.
Car ownership, like many things today, is getting more and more expensive. Here are 15 ways you can reduce those costs
What are they? Are they safe? And are they being scrapped? Find out where they are and how they will affect your journeys.
In this article, we will guide you through everything you need to know about being issued a speeding fine, and what you can expect.
If you’ve inherited a car from a deceased family member or friend that you wish to either sell or transfer, it’s crucial to know the proper steps.
In this guide, we’ll look at why MOTs are important, what they check, the potential costs involved, and the quickest way to confirm your vehicle’s compliance.
In this article, we explain three easy methods to measure your tyre tread depth, look at the legal minimum depth and the consequences of bald tyres.
Find out why diesel is more expensive than petrol, additional fuel type considerations and the future of diesel pricing.
Discover the consequences of putting petrol in a diesel car, the immediate steps to take and how to flush out the fuel system.
Find out the duration of car batteries, how to maximise the lifespan and what to do if you need to replace one.
Discover how much an MOT costs, what to do if it fails and whether it affects the resale value.
Discover how long an MOT takes, what is checked during the process and what to do if it fails.
Find out what is involved during an MOT test and how best to prepare your vehicle.
Discover the next steps if your vehicle fails its MOT and how to get a retest quickly.
Learn when a new vehicle needs its first MOT, how to prepare for it and what to expect during the test.
Find out the age required for a vehicle to be MOT exempt and the financial benefits of this.
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