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What is antifreeze? And how to check your engine coolant level
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What is antifreeze? And how to check your engine coolant level

We explain how antifreeze keeps your car's engine from overheating, and why you should regularly check your levels
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23 Jan 2024
What is ESP, and ESC on a car?
Volvo XC40 front cornering

What is ESP, and ESC on a car?

Since 2014, every new car in Europe has been fitted with Electronic Stability Control – but what is ESC, and what is ESP for that matter?
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23 Jan 2024
Car underseal rust protection: what is it and is it worth getting for your car?
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Car underseal rust protection: what is it and is it worth getting for your car?

Here are our top tips and things to consider when it comes to protecting your car from rust with a car underseal
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19 Jan 2024
How to parallel park – the ultimate guide for learner drivers
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How to parallel park – the ultimate guide for learner drivers

Parallel parking is a feared manoeuvre for many drivers, but with these techniques and a bit of practice, anyone can get to grips with the parallel pa…
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17 Jan 2024
UK low emission zones explained: Do LEZs and CAZs affect my car?
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UK low emission zones explained: Do LEZs and CAZs affect my car?

Low emissions zones are springing up around the country, here’s what you need to know…
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5 Jan 2024
Car noise limits: UK laws and how to report noisy car exhausts or engines
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Car noise limits: UK laws and how to report noisy car exhausts or engines

Car noise is a regular cause of annoyance in the UK and there are clear rules on noise limits. Here’s everything you need to know…
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2 Jan 2024
Winter driving tips
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Winter driving tips

Top tips for winter driving, plus the do's and don'ts for handling snow and ice
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2 Jan 2024
Off-road driving tips: how to make the most of your 4x4
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Off-road driving tips: how to make the most of your 4x4

There’s great fun to be had taking a 4x4 off road, but our advice here can help you in everyday driving, too
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1 Jan 2024
Box junctions: what are the rules and the penalties for breaking them?
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Box junctions: what are the rules and the penalties for breaking them?

It’s easy to fall foul of box junction rules: here’s how they work and how to avoid being fined
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6 Dec 2023
How to get your driving licence
Learner driver

How to get your driving licence

This is our simple, step-by-step guide to getting your full UK driving licence and learning to drive
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15 Nov 2023
How to demist your car windscreen
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How to demist your car windscreen

Misty and fogged up car windows can be very irritating and are also a safety hazard. Here’s how to demist your windscreen quickly…
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3 Nov 2023
Car paint protection, films and ceramic coatings explained: is it worth it and does your car need it?
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Car paint protection, films and ceramic coatings explained: is it worth it and does your car need it?

What is car paint protection, what are the different options and are they worth it?
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26 Oct 2023
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The M6 toll: prices, alternatives and how to pay
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The M6 toll: prices, alternatives and how to pay

The M6 toll can save you valuable time but how much does it cost and how do you pay?
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19 Oct 2023
Pothole claims: How to report a pothole and claim for damage on your car
Pothole compensation claims rise after flooding

Pothole claims: How to report a pothole and claim for damage on your car

Looking to report a pothole, make a claim for pothole damage or both? Our handy guide outlines the process
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13 Oct 2023
Advanced motorcycle training: IAM RoadSmart, RoSPA and Enhanced Rider Schemes explained
Advanced motorcycle training explained

Advanced motorcycle training: IAM RoadSmart, RoSPA and Enhanced Rider Schemes explained

Advanced motorcycle training can help you become a better, safer rider and save you money on your insurance
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13 Oct 2023
How to choose the best motorcycle training school
How to choose the best motorcycle training school

How to choose the best motorcycle training school

Here’s what to do when searching for the best motorcycle training school near you
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13 Oct 2023
How to get your motorcycle licence: theory, module 1 and module 2 tests explained
How to get your motorcycle licence

How to get your motorcycle licence: theory, module 1 and module 2 tests explained

Our complete guide to the tests you need to take to get any motorcycle licence in the UK
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13 Oct 2023
What is carbon engine cleaning and is it worth it?
VW 1.5 TSI Evo engine

What is carbon engine cleaning and is it worth it?

Carbon cleaning can remove sooty carbon deposits from your engine but will it make enough of a difference to justify the price?
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13 Oct 2023
Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?
Kia Rio wheel

Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?

If your wheel bearings are noisy they could be worn out. Here’s all you need to know about them
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11 Oct 2023
How to use a car tyre puncture repair kit
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How to use a car tyre puncture repair kit

Everything you need to know about using a car tyre puncture repair kit - and when you shouldn’t!
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4 Oct 2023
Tyre care and maintenance : how to look after your car tyres
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Tyre care and maintenance : how to look after your car tyres

Maintain your tyres and you'll reap the benefits with an improved drive and lower running costs. We explain all
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2 Oct 2023
Tesla Superchargers: who can use Tesla's charging stations and how do they work?
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Tesla Superchargers: who can use Tesla's charging stations and how do they work?

Tesla has created its own charging network, but who can use the Superchargers and how do they work?
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25 Aug 2023
Regenerative braking: what is it and how does it work?
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Regenerative braking: what is it and how does it work?

Regenerative braking turns your car’s kinetic energy into electricity to charge its battery and boost efficiency. Here’s how...
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21 Aug 2023
Driving test ‘show me, tell me’ questions: top tips

Driving test ‘show me, tell me’ questions: top tips

Before you begin your practical driving test, you’ll be asked some ‘show me, tell me’ questions. We reveal all…
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17 Aug 2023
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Car weight explained: kerb weight, gross vehicle weight and what it means for drivers 
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Car weight explained: kerb weight, gross vehicle weight and what it means for drivers 

Weight has a big impact on a car’s performance and efficiency. We explain how and look at the lightest and heaviest cars on sale. 
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6 Jul 2023
Green number plates explained: about the UK’s electric car registration plates
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Green number plates explained: about the UK’s electric car registration plates

In the UK, zero-emissions vehicles can display a green flash on their numberplates. Here’s how it works…
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13 Jun 2023
UK car number plates explained: rules, history & full guide
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UK car number plates explained: rules, history & full guide

Everything you need to know about the UK car number plate rules, and how to keep within the law.
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13 Jun 2023
Illegal number plates: UK rules on font, spacing and fines
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Illegal number plates: UK rules on font, spacing and fines

Car number plates are a subject to a series of regulations to ensure they can be read. Here’s how to avoid driving with illegal plates and getting a f…
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24 May 2023
What are the Euro 7 emissions standards?
Diesel exhaust smoke

What are the Euro 7 emissions standards?

Euro 7 is big news for the car industry and is more relevant for consumers than you might think, here’s why…
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23 May 2023
Euro 6 emissions standards: what do they mean for you?
Exhaust smoke

Euro 6 emissions standards: what do they mean for you?

Since their introduction in 2015, Euro 6 standards for exhaust emissions have had a big impact but what are they?
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23 May 2023
What are voluntary and compulsory excess on your car insurance?
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What are voluntary and compulsory excess on your car insurance?

The excess charges, both voluntary and compulsory, are a key part of your car insurance policy. Here’s how they work…
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22 May 2023
Can I drive a van? The vans you can drive on your licence
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Can I drive a van? The vans you can drive on your licence

So you've got a licence to drive a car, but are you also able to drive a van? Our practical guide explains the ins and outs of UK driving licence cate…
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5 May 2023
UK pedestrian crossings explained
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UK pedestrian crossings explained

There are various types of pedestrian crossing in the UK; we explain the rules for each type, and how to identify them
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3 May 2023
Driving offence codes explained: UK licence endorsements for speeding and other offences 
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Driving offence codes explained: UK licence endorsements for speeding and other offences 

What are driving offence endorsement codes and what do they mean on your driving licence?
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14 Mar 2023
Best motorhomes: the top 5 picks for all budgets
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Best motorhomes: the top 5 picks for all budgets

In the market for a new motorhome? Here are our top-five recommendations...
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3 Mar 2023
The Highway Code: What is it and how do I learn it?
Highway Code

The Highway Code: What is it and how do I learn it?

What you need to know about the Highway Code, where to find it and how to use it to pass your driving test
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23 Feb 2023
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