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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

New map plots pothole repair progress

A new colour-coded map shows how well – or badly – councils are faring on road maintenance.

Stuart Milne, Mon Jan 12 2026

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

Your legal rights if something goes wrong with your car

When you buy a new or used car from an official dealer, you are protected by the Consumer Rights Act..

Claire Evans, Thu Dec 26 2024

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

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

Copycat road toll websites cost drivers more than £2.2m

Trading Standards urges drivers to use genuine road toll websites to avoid scams – and fines

Stuart Milne, Thu Dec 18 2025

Driving licence renewal: how and when to change your details

Moved house or taken on a different surname? Here’s what you need to know to let the DVLA know, and..

Shafiq Abidin, Mon Dec 15 2025

The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

Reckon you know your road signs? Well, many people don't. Let's find out the ones that mystify the m..

What Car? team, Fri Dec 12 2025

Best car seats 2026: the safest child seats for newborns and toddlers

Many parents risk the lives of their children by buying secondhand child car seats that could be fau..

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 07 2024

The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

Reckon you know your road signs? Well, many people don't. Let's find out the ones that mystify the m..

What Car? team, Thu Nov 20 2025

London Congestion Charge hiked to £18 per day with EV discounts slashed

Mayor of London to hike Congestion Charge to £18 per day with EV discounts slashed

Eleanor Cooper, Tue May 27 2025

Insurance write-offs explained: what is the difference between Cat A, Cat B, Cat S and Cat N?

Buying a written-off car can be a bargain or a huge headache. Our comprehensive guide dissects each..

Shafiq Abidin, Sun Oct 13 2024

Driving in Europe: the rules, documents and tips you need to know

No matter where you’re planning to drive in Europe, it’s worth knowing exactly what to do to avoid f..

Jack Mortimer, Fri Aug 10 2018

What are approved mileage allowance payments (MAPs)?

If you run your own vehicle instead of a company car, here’s everything you need to know about the m..

Euan Doig, Mon Dec 04 2023

2025 HMRC Advisory Fuel Rates (AFR) for company car drivers

HMRC issued new Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for fleet car users on June 1, 2025. Here are the rates f..

Euan Doig, Sun Jun 01 2025

Company car vs car allowance - which is best for you?

Getting a company car sounds like a real ‘you’ve made it’ moment but is it actually the right choice..

Euan Doig, Fri Aug 01 2025

Are car service plans worth it?

A car servicing plan is designed to help you avoid expensive repair bills but might cost you more mo..

Jack Mortimer, Tue Jan 29 2019

Is a black box car insurance policy for you?

A black box policy might cut hundreds of pounds off the cost of your car insurance, but only if you’..

Jack Mortimer, Mon May 22 2023

Owning and running your car

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

New map plots pothole repair progress

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

Your legal rights if something goes wrong with your car

Which is the best breakdown service in 2025?

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

Copycat road toll websites cost drivers more than £2.2m

Driving licence renewal: how and when to change your details

The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

Best car seats 2026: the safest child seats for newborns and toddlers

The UK’s most misunderstood road signs

London Congestion Charge hiked to £18 per day with EV discounts slashed

Insurance write-offs explained: what is the difference between Cat A, Cat B, Cat S and Cat N?

Driving in Europe: the rules, documents and tips you need to know

What are approved mileage allowance payments (MAPs)?

2025 HMRC Advisory Fuel Rates (AFR) for company car drivers

Company car vs car allowance - which is best for you?

Are car service plans worth it?

Is a black box car insurance policy for you?

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