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Our advice section has the answers to your motoring questions, whether you're buying, selling, or just looking to reduce your motoring bills. And you can even contact us for help with car-related problems

What are advisory fuel rates and how do they work?

Fleet car drivers often claim – or pay – the advisory fuel rate (AFR) for miles driven. Here's how r..

Euan Doig, Fri Dec 01 2023

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

We explain business leasing, contract hire, contract purchase, sale and leaseback, and employee owne..

Euan Doig, Wed Nov 01 2023

Best car seats 2023: the safest child seats for newborns and toddlers

Looking to buy a new child car seat? We’ve tested and rated 11 leading examples to help you find the..

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 23 2023

Fleet cars glossary: your company car jargon A to Z

Need help to navigate all the confusing fleet car jargon? Our company cars glossary will help you to..

Euan Doig, Wed Nov 22 2023

PCP or HP: which car finance option makes most sense?

The option to spread the cost of buying a car holds huge appeal for most motorists. We take a look a..

Claire Evans, Wed Nov 22 2023

What is i-Size?

If you're choosing a new child car seat, you'll almost certainly have come across i-Size. But what i..

Claire Evans, Tue Nov 21 2023

How to choose a child car seat

Choosing the correct car seat is crucial to ensure your child stays safe – and you stay legal. We re..

Claire Evans, Tue Nov 21 2023

Best vans for towing

How much your van can tow depends both on its towing capacity and the power it has available. Here..

Alex Robbins, Thu Oct 03 2019

Flood water: how to drive through it safely

Heavy rain showers combined with fallen leaves can create flash floods - and they can spell trouble..

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 02 2023

What are approved mileage allowance payments (MAPs)?

We explain the mileage allowance payment (MAP) system and give the current payment rates to help emp..

Euan Doig, Wed Nov 01 2023

Your campervan questions answered

Thinking about buying a campervan but nervous about asking the questions that are on your mind? Well..

Alex Robbins, Wed Nov 01 2023

How do I tell HMRC that I have a company car?

If you run a fleet car in the UK, you need to let His Majesty's Revenue and Customs know – and if yo..

Euan Doig, Wed Oct 25 2023

What is the ZEV Mandate?

New legislation being implemented in 2024 will require car manufacturers to meet targets for new ele..

George Hill, Sat Oct 07 2023

What is Business Contract Hire (BCH)?

Should you consider Business Contract Hire? We tell you everything you need to know

Steve Huntingford, Sun Oct 01 2023

How to find an electric car charger near me

With electric cars becoming increasingly popular, here’s how to locate the nearest charging stations..

Ayisha Gharu, Fri Sep 29 2023

Fleet and company car tax explained plus BIK rates up to 2027/2028

This guide to fleet car tax explains how the company car tax system works, how to work out benefit-i..

Euan Doig, Thu Sep 14 2023

Electric vehicle charging stations: the complete guide

Filling up the batteries of your EV using a public charger is simple, but can require more forward p..

Claire Evans, Mon Sep 11 2023

How long does it take to charge an electric car?

The time taken to charge an electric car can vary from as little as 20 minutes to as much as 24 hour..

Darren Moss, Sat Sep 09 2023

Best home charging tariffs

If you charge your electric car at home, switching your home electricity provider could save you tho..

Alasdair Rodden, Fri Sep 08 2023

Can I charge an electric car for free?

If you’re prepared to track them down, there are still chargers that will let you top up your electr..

Stuart Milne, Fri Sep 08 2023

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