Tips and advice

Has your amber engine warning light blinked into life on your dashboard? Don’t worry, there’s no need to panic!

We explain the points to consider when choosing a used car personal contract purchase plan

We explain how to recognise average speed cameras and how they record speeding motorists

Our guide to the V5C, an important piece of documentation about your car

We explain the pros and cons of buying an insurance written-off car

Find out when and how to pay the Dartford toll, save money and avoid fines

Understanding engine size and what it means when choosing a new car

Specially lined Faraday wallets can help prevent your car from being stolen

Timing can be important when buying a new car – find out the seasonal factors that can influence how much you'll need to spend

We explain about company cars and how company-car tax affects you

Whether you’re buying a new or used car, a decent warranty is essential to protect your purchase. Our guide explains how they work

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

If you own a diesel car built after September 2015, the chances are it’ll need AdBlue at some point. Our guide explains all

“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…

Winter driving requires careful handling; our guide will help prevent you from coming unstuck on snow or ice

Keep your car interior clean with one of these great car upholstery cleaners

Diesel engines have received bad press recently. We answer the question: should I buy a diesel car?

With several manufacturers still offering scrappage and trade-in schemes in 2021, we explain what each one entails

We look at some of the world’s fastest cars and explain how they’re so quick

MirrorLink lets you connect your phone to your car. We explain what is is and how it works

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

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

“Dear Carbuyer, I want a used luxury SUV for my next family car. What do you recommend for a budget of £35,000?”

All you need to know about self-charging hybrids, how they work and the benefits and drawbacks

We show you some of the best used cars for £10,000 or less

Can yellow-tinted night driving glasses help reduce glare when driving at night? Read our guide to find out

How to pay for the Mersey crossing toll, save money and avoid getting fined

We take a closer look at the best sat-nav apps for your smartphone

All the facts on how to get your driving licence, photocard licence and online counterpart, plus our top tips for passing your test

Make sure you ask the right questions when you’re buying a used car with our comprehensive guide

Car insurance groups from 1 to 50 are set by the ABI in the UK - here’s everything you need to know

Many car makers are now promoting new mild hybrid models, so we explain what this means for you

Our comprehensive guide on what to look out for when buying a used hybrid car

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

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