Owning a car

Apple CarPlay is so feature-packed that there are some handy functions even experts might not know about...

What is car depreciation, how does it work and what can you do to minimise it on your car? We reveal all in our guide…

The UK has a car parking problem that stems from private companies being given free reign to penalise motorists. Hopefully some common sense is in sig…

Drivers signed up to E.ON’s Next Drive Smart tariff can charge their EV overnight for just 6.5p per kWh

Young drivers in Northern Ireland now face restrictions in a push to prevent collisions and save lives

Cheap fuel is currently all but impossible to find in the UK, but there are ways that you can minimise what you pay for petrol and diesel

You’ve probably seen drivers displaying versions of numberplates with three-dimensional characters – we discuss their legality and whether you should …

The Association of British Insurers decides your car’s insurance group, from one to 50. Here’s what it means for you…

Petrol and diesel prices are constantly fluctuating, below we explain why and map out everything you need to know to save money at the pumps.

If you find yourself pining for a long-lost car you’ve owned in the past, it’s easier than you think to discover where it is now

New proposals could see drivers face fines of up to £1,000 if their car’s emissions don’t match the approved emissions standard

Here’s how to keep your dog happy, comfortable and legal while driving in the UK

Parking on the pavement is illegal in London and Scotland, but it’s a grey area for the rest of the UK. We explain the do’s and don’ts

Auto Express’s deputy editor reckons it’s worth sprucing up your next car with a few choice aftermarket accessories to get the exact look you’re after

The 5p cut to fuel duty won’t be unwound in September, as had previously been announced

Damaged wheels are ugly and expensive to fix. Alloy wheel cover can help – but which is best?

The garage industry is complaining about the existential threat of spiralling costs, with some companies touting on-demand mobile mechanic services as…

HMRC says it plans to appeal a tribunal decision that could see the rate of VAT on some public chargers cut from 20 to five per cent

Home EV charging isn’t only convenient, it can be incredibly cheap, too. Our full guide answers your most burning questions...

Our guide to saving hundreds of pounds on public EV charging covers all the bases

Our guide to the VED road tax bands for cars first registered from 1 April 2017 onwards

Confused by VED road tax? Our comprehensive guide explains how much you'll pay in 2026

Certain more expensive cars cost an additional £440 per year to tax. Here’s everything you need to know about the Expensive Car Supplement.

The price of Vehicle Excise Duty will rise by £5 to £200 per year, or £640 for cars subject to the Expensive Car Supplement

When it comes to total cost of ownership, cut-price entry-level models aren’t always the best. So what are the cheapest cars to run in the UK today?

LED headlamps on cars may improve visibility at night, but some people say they’re too bright. We investigate the issue and what can be done

A full service history can add a lot of value to a used car. We explain everything you need to know

Fuel Finder aims to give drivers accurate, up-to-date information to get the best deal on petrol and diesel prices

Dashboard lights can be a costly thing to ignore, so we explain what they all mean

Buying and owning an electric car comes with a big lifestyle change, but a government grant could save you quite a bit of cash

What is the minimum vision standard required to drive on UK roads? And how can you check your own eyesight before driving? Our handy guide has you cov…

Alloy wheels can get dirty pretty quickly. Here's how you can keep them looking fresh with an alloy wheel cleaner.

A step-by-step guide on the basics of how to hand wash your car and make it shine

Controlling a skid is something most drivers don't have to do often, but understanding understeer and oversteer is useful all the same

We explain how to quickly see clearly out of your car windows to drive safely when the winter weather hits