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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

Can I get my car serviced during the third coronavirus lockdown?

If your car is due for a service during the latest coronavirus lockdown, will you still be able to g..

Claire Evans, Fri Mar 20 2020

Car technology of the future

We look at some of the technology that will shape the cars of the near future as well as the roads o..

Claire Evans, Thu Oct 03 2019

Should I be worried about my car not having a service book?

Should owners worry if a car's service history is only recorded on an online database, and how will..

Claire Evans, Mon Nov 30 2020

Which pure electric vehicles can tow and take a roof rack?

A reader wants an electric car, but wonders if there are any that she can use to can tow a bike trai..

Claire Evans, Tue Nov 24 2020

Will electric vehicles suffer serious loss of range in the winter?

The ban on new petrol and diesel cars gives a reader cause for concern about electric vehicle range..

Claire Evans, Mon Nov 23 2020

Is an electric van the right choice for you?

Would an electric van suit your business needs? Here's what you need to weigh up before you buy

What Car? team, Wed Aug 12 2020

What if a car I sold privately goes wrong?

A reader asks if he's liable for a fault his second-hand car developed just after he sold it to a pr..

Claire Evans, Tue Oct 01 2019

Is buying a high-mileage electric car a safe bet?

A reader's budget only stretches to a high-mileage secondhand electric car. Should she be worried ab..

Claire Evans, Fri Sep 25 2020

It it right for dealer to keep a used car's registration document for months?

A reader is being told that he can buy a car but can't have its logbook for months. Is this acceptab..

Claire Evans, Fri Sep 18 2020

Should I buy a car without a V5 logbook?

A reader asks if it is legal to buy a second-hand car from someone who has lost the logbook

Claire Evans, Mon Sep 14 2020

Who should pay for damage to my car while in a car park?

A reader’s car was dented and scratched while left in a car park overnight. Shouldn’t the parking co..

Claire Evans, Tue Sep 08 2020

Why has my car been given lots of MOT advisory notices?

After two years of clean MOT passes, a reader's Mazda MX-5 has been given 10 advisory notices by a g..

Claire Evans, Thu Sep 03 2020

Which new cars have a CD player?

A reader wants to replace her current car with a new one that has a CD player. What are her options?..

Claire Evans, Wed Sep 02 2020

Insider tips: how to drive a van

Everything you need to know about driving a van, including hidden perks and tips from insiders

What Car? team, Fri Aug 21 2020

Do we have to pay for repairs to a used car sold to a dealer?

A reader just sold their car, but now the trader who bought it is saying he might have to ask for mo..

Claire Evans, Tue Aug 18 2020

What's the best new SUV on Motability for me?

A reader is soon to replace her Motability car but can't get to showrooms. What small and medium SUV..

Claire Evans, Mon Jul 20 2020

What new sports SUV should I buy?

A reader wants to buy a new sports SUV but doesn't want to be hit by the higher rate of VED for pric..

Claire Evans, Fri Jul 31 2020

Should I ditch my diesel-engined Porsche?

A reader asks if he should be concerned about his diesel-engined Macan losing value. Should he trade..

Claire Evans, Fri Jul 10 2020

Should I still buy my new electric car?

A reader has waited nearly a year for a new Kia e-Niro. Should he grab it with both hands or hold ba..

Claire Evans, Thu Jul 02 2020

What are my rights with a faulty used car?

A reader is being denied the right to reject a faulty car. What are her rights?

Claire Evans, Tue Jun 16 2020