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Engine management light: top 5 causes of amber engine warning light

Engine management light: top 5 causes of amber engine warning light
Has your amber engine warning light blinked into life on your dashboard? Don’t worry, there’s no need to panic!
PCP on used cars

PCP on used cars
We explain the points to consider when choosing a used car personal contract purchase plan
Average speed cameras: how do they work?

Average speed cameras: how do they work?
We explain how to recognise average speed cameras and how they record speeding motorists
What is a V5C? everything you need to know about the logbook

What is a V5C? everything you need to know about the logbook
Our guide to the V5C, an important piece of documentation about your car
Should I buy an insurance write-off? Cat C, Cat D, Cat S and Cat N car explained

Should I buy an insurance write-off? Cat C, Cat D, Cat S and Cat N car explained
We explain the pros and cons of buying an insurance written-off car
Dartford Crossing toll changes and Dart Charge

Dartford Crossing toll changes and Dart Charge
Find out when and how to pay the Dartford toll, save money and avoid fines
Engine size explained

Engine size explained
Understanding engine size and what it means when choosing a new car
Best signal-blocking Faraday bags for car keys in 2021

Best signal-blocking Faraday bags for car keys in 2021
Specially lined Faraday wallets can help prevent your car from being stolen
When’s the best time to buy a new car?

When’s the best time to buy a new car?
Timing can be important when buying a new car – find out the seasonal factors that can influence how much you'll need to spend
Company-car tax explained

Company-car tax explained
We explain about company cars and how company-car tax affects you
Car warranty: what you need to know

Car warranty: what you need to know
Whether you’re buying a new or used car, a decent warranty is essential to protect your purchase. Our guide explains how they work
What is torque?

What is torque?
We explain all there is to know about torque, the force that gets your car moving
What is AdBlue?

What is AdBlue?
If you own a diesel car built after September 2015, the chances are it’ll need AdBlue at some point. Our guide explains all
Top 3 used executive cars for £40,000

Top 3 used executive cars for £40,000
“Dear Carbuyer, I’m searching for a used executive car with driver-assistance features to make my commute easier. What would you recommend for £40,000…
Driving in snow and ice: top winter driving tips

Driving in snow and ice: top winter driving tips
Winter driving requires careful handling; our guide will help prevent you from coming unstuck on snow or ice
Best car upholstery cleaner to buy 2021

Best car upholstery cleaner to buy 2021
Keep your car interior clean with one of these great car upholstery cleaners
Petrol or diesel: should I buy a diesel?

Petrol or diesel: should I buy a diesel?
Diesel engines have received bad press recently. We answer the question: should I buy a diesel car?
2021 scrappage schemes: the complete guide

2021 scrappage schemes: the complete guide
With several manufacturers still offering scrappage and trade-in schemes in 2021, we explain what each one entails
What is the fastest car in the world?

What is the fastest car in the world?
We look at some of the world’s fastest cars and explain how they’re so quick
What is MirrorLink?

What is MirrorLink?
MirrorLink lets you connect your phone to your car. We explain what is is and how it works
New, used or nearly-new: which is best for you?

New, used or nearly-new: which is best for you?
We run down the pros and cons of buying a new, nearly-new or used car so you can work out what's right for you
What are hydrogen fuel cell cars?

What are hydrogen fuel cell cars?
Hydrogen powered cars have the potential to be popular in the future, but they're still rare. Here we find out how they work and what they're good at
Top 3 used luxury SUVs for £35,000

Top 3 used luxury SUVs for £35,000
“Dear Carbuyer, I want a used luxury SUV for my next family car. What do you recommend for a budget of £35,000?”
What is a self-charging hybrid?

What is a self-charging hybrid?
All you need to know about self-charging hybrids, how they work and the benefits and drawbacks
Best used cars under £10,000

Best used cars under £10,000
We show you some of the best used cars for £10,000 or less
What are night driving glasses? Should you buy them?

What are night driving glasses? Should you buy them?
Can yellow-tinted night driving glasses help reduce glare when driving at night? Read our guide to find out
Mersey Gateway Bridge payment guide

Mersey Gateway Bridge payment guide
How to pay for the Mersey crossing toll, save money and avoid getting fined
Best sat-nav apps to buy

Best sat-nav apps to buy
We take a closer look at the best sat-nav apps for your smartphone
Practical driving test tips: how to get your driving licence

Practical driving test tips: how to get your driving licence
All the facts on how to get your driving licence, photocard licence and online counterpart, plus our top tips for passing your test
Questions to ask when buying a used car

Questions to ask when buying a used car
Make sure you ask the right questions when you’re buying a used car with our comprehensive guide
UK car insurance groups explained

UK car insurance groups explained
Car insurance groups from 1 to 50 are set by the ABI in the UK - here’s everything you need to know
What is a mild hybrid?

What is a mild hybrid?
Many car makers are now promoting new mild hybrid models, so we explain what this means for you
How to buy a secondhand hybrid

How to buy a secondhand hybrid
Our comprehensive guide on what to look out for when buying a used hybrid car
Buying a new car: top tips

Buying a new car: top tips
Don't buy a new car without reading our top tips to help you keep a level head and get the best possible deal
How to scrap a car: top tips

How to scrap a car: top tips
If it’s no longer possible to keep or sell a car, it may be necessary to scrap it. Here we explain the process