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How to get the best deal on a new car

If you’re thinking of buying a new car, these seven expert tips can help make sure you get the most..

What Car? team, Tue Jan 02 2018

How to negotiate a car sale

Follow our simple haggling tips to make sure you get the car you want for the best possible price

Claire Evans, Tue Nov 10 2015

Which breakdown cover is the best value?

If your car conks out and you call for roadside assistance, what level of service will you get? Stra..

Claire Evans, Fri Nov 03 2017

Paperwork, handover and how to complain

Everything you need to know about all the paperwork involved in buying a car, and what to do if you..

Claire Evans, Mon Nov 16 2015

How to drive in winter

Winter presents a different and sometimes hazardous set of driving conditions - low visibility, snow..

Claire Evans, Wed May 17 2017

What to keep in your car during winter

It's a great idea to keep a bag of essential equipment in your car for when the temperature plummets..

Claire Evans, Wed May 17 2017

How to buy your first car

Passing your driving test is a great achievement. Here’s how to build on that success by buying a sa..

Claire Evans, Fri Dec 08 2017

Do electric cars make a noise?

Electric cars are ultra-quiet at low speeds, so should they emit an artificial noise to warn cyclist..

Claire Evans, Tue Sep 01 2020

Depreciation - what is it, and how do I avoid it?

What is car depreciation and how can you minimise its effects? Our full guide gives you top tips on..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 11 2016

How often should you service your car?

Whatever age your car is, regular servicing is the only way to make sure it stays in tip-top conditi..

Claire Evans, Thu Jul 14 2016

How to buy your first car: insurance

Passing your driving test is a great achievement. Here’s how to build on that success by buying a sa..

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 25 2017

How to buy your first car: choosing a car

Passing your driving test is a great achievement. Here’s how to build on that success by buying a sa..

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 25 2017

Should I buy a car with a credit card?

Paying for your car with plastic could save you money, but you need to be aware of the pitfalls befo..

What Car? team, Sun Nov 27 2016

What's the best type of car for a back pain sufferer?

Follow our buying tips to stop your car from being a pain in the back. We reveal the best models for..

Claire Evans, Thu Jan 07 2021

Is now the right time to buy an electric car? We can help you decide

If you’re thinking of replacing a petrol or diesel with a pure electric car, we have all the informa..

Claire Evans, Tue Feb 02 2021

What is a plug-in hybrid and should you buy one?

These models can be a great first step into the world of electrified cars and have the potential to..

Claire Evans, Wed Jun 01 2016

What is a petrol particulate filter and how does it work?

Diesel cars have been fitted with particulate filters for years, and now petrol cars are getting the..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 15 2019

Catalytic converter theft - why is it so common?

Car owners urged to protect their vehicles as catalytic converter thefts soar, with criminals steali..

Claire Evans, Thu Oct 24 2019

How long do points stay on your driving licence?

Everything you need to know about driving licence penalty points, including how long they stay on yo..

Darren Moss, Fri May 20 2016

How to find your car's service history

If you've bought a used car that didn't come with a full service history you could increase its valu..

Claire Evans, Mon Nov 16 2015

What Car? advice

How to get the best deal on a new car

How to negotiate a car sale

Which breakdown cover is the best value?

Paperwork, handover and how to complain

How to drive in winter

What to keep in your car during winter

How to buy your first car

Do electric cars make a noise?

Depreciation - what is it, and how do I avoid it?

How often should you service your car?

How to buy your first car: insurance

How to buy your first car: choosing a car

Should I buy a car with a credit card?

What's the best type of car for a back pain sufferer?

Is now the right time to buy an electric car? We can help you decide

What is a plug-in hybrid and should you buy one?

What is a petrol particulate filter and how does it work?

Catalytic converter theft - why is it so common?

How long do points stay on your driving licence?

How to find your car's service history

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