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What makes your car’s tyres illegal?

It's easy to overlook your car's tyres, but they are vital for your safety on the road, and you're r..

Euan Doig, Mon Feb 02 2026

How to change a tyre

Don't call a recovery service yet: here's how to change a car tyre safely and get back on the road i..

Euan Doig, Mon Feb 02 2026

How to use a tyre repair kit

No spare tyre? We explain the different types of puncture repair kit and how to use them, so that yo..

Euan Doig, Mon Feb 02 2026

Tyre prices: How much should I pay for tyres?

There's a myriad of choices when it comes to buying car tyres, so we explain how to choose the best..

Graham Hope, Mon Feb 02 2026

What tyres do I need for my car?

With a myriad of different types of tyre available from hundreds of different brands, how can you ch..

Euan Doig, Mon Feb 02 2026

Best tyre brands and how to save money

There are hundreds of different tyre brands and choosing the best can be a minefield. We explain the..

Graham Hope, Tue May 21 2019

The most popular car colours – and the least wanted

Choosing the right colour for your car is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when buyin..

Stuart Milne, Mon Nov 04 2024

Best car phone holders 2026: the phone mounts to help you stay legal reviewed and rated

You’ll need to keep your phone mounted securely to stay legal. We’ve put the best to the test

Jim Blackstock, Fri Jan 16 2026

Pothole damage claim: how to get compensated and report a pothole

New research has revealed that more vehicles are being damaged by potholes than ever before. Here, w..

George Hill, Fri Oct 25 2024

Plug-in hybrid vs mild hybrid: which is best?

Mild hybrids and plug-in hybrids are both growing in popularity among new car buyers, but which is t..

Jack Mortimer, Tue Dec 09 2025

What is the luxury car tax supplement? Expensive car VED explained

Electric cars are now subject to luxury car tax, but at a higher price threshold than petrol cars. H..

Eleanor Cooper, Tue Feb 11 2025

Can I hand my car back if I can no longer afford the monthly finance payments?

If you can’t keep up payments on a financed car, you might be able to end your contract early. We ex..

Jack Mortimer, Sun Dec 29 2024

Which car finance option is best for my company car fleet? Options explained

We take a closer look at business leasing, contract hire, contract purchase, leaseback and employee..

Euan Doig, Sat Jan 20 2024

How to check a car battery: a guide to charging and jump starting

A healthy car battery is key to ensuring your car starts first time, every time. We show you how to..

Stuart Milne, Fri Dec 20 2024

How to check your car's tyres: pressures and tread depth explained

It’s vital that you check your tyres regularly to ensure you stay safe, legal and maximise your car’..

Jack Mortimer, Thu Dec 19 2024

Every type of speed camera in the UK revealed

The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points. So, to help you avoid thos..

George Hill, Tue Nov 28 2023

Which is the best breakdown service in 2025?

Is it worth taking out breakdown cover, and which are the best providers? Here’s our guide to the te..

Claire Evans, Wed Dec 25 2024

Interest free cars: what it means and where to find them

It’s possible to finance a car without paying any interest but it’s not right for everyone. We revea..

Jack Mortimer, Mon Dec 22 2025

Winter driving guide 2026: how to prepare your car for winter

Short days, long nights, wet and cold weather can all make driving more hazardous. We show you how t..

Stuart Milne, Mon Dec 23 2024

How to calculate company car tax PLUS official BIK tax rates from 2025 to 2030

In this company car tax guide we explain how benefit-in-kind (BIK) rates work in the UK and list all..

Euan Doig, Mon Aug 11 2025

What Car? advice

What makes your car’s tyres illegal?

How to change a tyre

How to use a tyre repair kit

Tyre prices: How much should I pay for tyres?

What tyres do I need for my car?

Best tyre brands and how to save money

The most popular car colours – and the least wanted

Best car phone holders 2026: the phone mounts to help you stay legal reviewed and rated

Pothole damage claim: how to get compensated and report a pothole

Plug-in hybrid vs mild hybrid: which is best?

What is the luxury car tax supplement? Expensive car VED explained

Can I hand my car back if I can no longer afford the monthly finance payments?

Which car finance option is best for my company car fleet? Options explained

How to check a car battery: a guide to charging and jump starting

How to check your car's tyres: pressures and tread depth explained

Every type of speed camera in the UK revealed

Which is the best breakdown service in 2025?

Interest free cars: what it means and where to find them

Winter driving guide 2026: how to prepare your car for winter

How to calculate company car tax PLUS official BIK tax rates from 2025 to 2030

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