Tips & advice

Buying a used car from a dealer or privately isn’t always easy. So here is our advice and tips on how to buy your dream second-hand motor

Buying a car privately can be daunting, but follow our advice to get the best deals with the least hassle

We look at whether you can sell a car with outstanding finance and things you should consider beforehand

Find out the pros and cons of PCH, otherwise known as car leasing

Here’s all you need to know about leasing a car when you have a bad credit rating

If you’ve ever taken out a PCP car finance deal, you may have heard of a balloon payment. If you’re unsure exactly what it is, we’re here to help...

The pros and cons of changing gears yourself, or letting the car do it for you

Just because you’ve got a bad credit score doesn’t mean you can’t get a car on finance. Here’s all you need to know about subprime car loans

Flood water can have a huge effect on a car, both seen and unseen. But how do you know if the car you're about to buy is flood-damaged?

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…

Many adverts will mention that a car is “HPI clear”, but what is an HPI check and should you get one on the car you're buying?

You might have heard about solid-state batteries in future electric cars, but what are the benefits?

We all know that an automatic car changes gear itself but there are various different gearbox technologies used to achieve that end result…

Want a magic carpet ride in your car? Air suspension is about as close as you’ll get – we explain what it is, which cars have it and why you might wan…

Carburettors are a common feature in old cars. Here we explain what they are, and how they work

What rights do you have as a consumer when you buy a second-hand car? Our guide explains your legal protections

Our tips and tricks on how to take a test drive in a new or used car

Our top tips for finding the right car for you and how to get the best bang for your buck

Read our used vehicle checklist to help you make a safer, more informed choice when buying any used car

BMW’s iDrive in-car control and infotainment system explained: what it does and how to use it

Euro NCAP is the independent body behind new car crash safety scores – here's everything you need to know

Misfuelling your car can be a costly mistake but here’s what to do if you put the wrong fuel in your car

A car’s MoT history can give insight into how well it’s been looked after, and finding this information is easy.

Got a flat tyre? Here’s how to safely change over to your spare wheel and get back on the road

Whether you’re towing a caravan, a trailer or even a boat, our towing guide explains how to do it

When a car turns 40 years old it becomes road tax exempt. Here's everything you need to know about the historic vehicle tax exemption

Thinking about buying car breakdown cover? Here’s how to get the best cover at the right price

Repairing and refurbishing your car’s alloy wheels will restore its good looks and can make it easier to sell

Servicing your car is essential to keeping it roadworthy. But do you know what is included in a car service? Here's 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

Reversing can be a daunting skill to learn for new drivers, but it’s easy with some simple advice. Here’s all you need to know

Driving your van in London’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone could be very expensive if it doesn’t meet the latest emissions standards. We explain the ULEZ r…

Find out how to check if a used car has been stolen or has a bad history before you buy

Petrol prices have begun to rise once again after a steep decline. We explain all you need to know and how a new app could soon save you money

It might not be the most common kind of car finance but a Conditional Sale (CS) deal can suit some buyers very well

Exceed the agreed mileage limit on a car lease and you could end up paying an excess mileage charge…