Buying a car

The motor ombudsman has issued a timely warning as the new number plate sales rush looms this March

A new write-off category system was introduced in 2017, but plenty of Cat C and Cat D cars are still on the used market. We explain what these categor…

‘No-haggle’ agency car showrooms mean fixed-price deals for many brands, but they also threaten established dealers and may reduce competition.

Which is best if you want to mind the GAP?

A UK legal firm predicts PCPs will top the list of Financial Ombudsman complaints by 2024, and eyes huge compensation bills

Car recalls are rarely out of the news; our exclusive interview with the DVSA explains everything you need to know about them

Car buyers struggle when it comes to number-crunching, but interest in finance - and alternative ownership models - is rising

Our full used buyer’s guide on the Kia Sportage, covering the Sportage Mk4 that was on sale between 2016 and 2022

No one likes having to wait for their new car so we called key manufacturers to get their latest UK lead times

After a fresh set of wheels? Check out the best new cars for under £350 per month

Not sure how to buy a car online? Read our step-by-step guide to get you through the process

Millions of used UK cars have had their mileage changed. We uncover the facts about car clocking and mileage correction services.

Even with bad credit you may be able to get pay-as-you-go (PAYG) car finance with a black box scheme.

What is car refinancing and should you consider it?

Find out what guarantor finance is and if you should get it.

You no longer need to take an extra test to tow a trailer, irrespective of when you passed your driving test

Used cars with high mileage are often avoided, but is a well-used car as scary as many think?

Sometimes a dream car purchase can turn into a nightmare. When you can't get problems sorted the nuclear option is to reject the car - here's how to d…

Yes, you can drive a 'car' in the UK aged 16! Welcome to the quirky world of light quadricycles…

A full used buyer’s guide on the Nissan Pulsar covering the Pulsar Mk1 (2014-2018)

Everything you need to know about buying a Maserati Levante. Covering the Mk1 Levante (2017-date)

With the semi-conductor crisis driving up the value of used cars, editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks it's a good time to part exchange

We explain GAP and finance GAP insurance for cars, and ask whether you really need it

Hybrids and EVs are on the rise, but the petrol vs diesel dilemma remains for most new car buyers

When you’re haggling over the price of a new car, here are the things you should say and the traps to avoid

Buying a really cheap car can be a step into the unknown, but a £500 car could be the best bargain you ever pick up

On the back of our exclusive investigation, organisations are now collaborating to find ‘missing’ damage-repaired cars

A full used buyer’s guide on the Kia Sportage covering the Sportage Mk3 that was on sale between 2010 and 2016

A full used buyer’s guide on the Ford Mondeo covering the third generation Mondeo (2007-2014)

A full used buyer’s guide on the Skoda Yeti covering the Yeti Mk 1 (2009-date)

Steep depreciation makes the Volvo S80 a great value second-hand car

Auto Express’s useful guidelines explaining when and how to appeal against a parking offence you don’t think you’ve committed.

Internet crooks are offering 'no questions asked' car clocking services - and it could cost you dear. Read on as we expose the scam