HomeOwning and running your carOwning and running your carAll the latest car ownership advice, direct from What Car?'s team of expertsLatestAll latest articlesNew car comparison testsUsed car comparison testsApproved used car schemesFirst drivesLong term reviewsReader Test TeamReal MPGIndustry newsBest ofAll Best of articlesTop 10sCar comparisonsBest dealsBest city carsBest small carsBest small SUVsBest family carsBest large SUVsBest luxury SUVsBest estatesBest MPVsBest electric carsBest hybrid carsBest convertiblesBest coupesBest hot hatchesBest luxury carsBest sports carsAdviceAll What Car? adviceBuying a new carSelling your carOwning and running your carCar finance advice and guidesRejecting a faulty carBuying a used carReliabilityVan news and adviceNew driversMOT testers pass 2.9 million unroadworthy carsResearch reveals there could be 2.9 million unroadworthy and potentially dangerous cars being driven..Claire Evans, Thu Jul 25 2024How to wash a car: our top car cleaning tipsWashing your car at home can be daunting. Here, we explain how to clean a car inside and out, with a..Alasdair Rodden, Fri Jul 12 2024Car security: how to keep your car safe and avoid car theftCar thefts are up 21%, so we've taken a look at the latest threats to car security and what's being..Claire Evans, Sat Jul 13 2024What goes wrong with cars? The most common car faults revealedCar owners reveal the problems that have plagued their cars over the past year - check our lists to..Claire Evans, Sun Jul 07 2024DVLA medical conditions: full list and how to reportIf you develop a medical condition or a disability, it’s essential that you inform the DVLA. Here’s..George Hill, Sat Jun 29 2024How much is car tax: VED rates explainedOwners of cars with the highest emissions get the biggest hikes in road tax, but electric car owners..Claire Evans, Wed Jun 26 2024Holiday car hire tips: don't get ripped offDon’t let a massive car hire bill spoil your holiday by following our money-saving tipsClaire Evans, Sun Jun 23 2024Advisory fuel rates have changed – here's what to claim from June 1, 2024Company car drivers often claim or pay the Government-set advisory fuel rate (AFR) for miles driven..Euan Doig, Fri May 31 2024How to beat the bank holiday weekend traffic jamsWith up to 20 million drivers making the most of bank holiday weekends to get away, the roads can be..Claire Evans, Thu May 23 2024What is cruise control and should you have it on your next car? Cruise control can take the strain out of long drives and save you from a speeding fine – here's how..Claire Evans, Tue May 21 2024Which is the best breakdown service in 2024No one wants to face the cost and inconvenience of their car breaking down. But if it does happen, w..Claire Evans, Wed May 15 2024Clean air zones: everything you need to knowRegional clean air zones are being introduced around the UK to cut pollution. Is one coming to a cit..Claire Evans, Tue May 14 2024Electric car servicing: are local garages ready for EVs? We examine the challenges for independent garages when it comes to servicing EVs, and what's being d..Claire Evans, Fri May 03 2024Dacia introduces seven-year warranty for new and used carsThe budget Renault brand more than doubles its warranty to compete with rivals, including Kia and MG..Claire Evans, Tue Apr 16 2024Government to investigate headlight glareCampaigners applaud the move after research suggests headlights have become too bright and could cau..Claire Evans, Mon Apr 08 2024What are WLTP and RDE? Official fuel tests explainedOfficial tests will give car buyers far more accurate information about the real-world fuel economy..What Car? team, Tue Jun 05 2018Is it worth getting a company car or is a car allowance better?A company car sounds great but is it the best option for you? Here we explain the pros and cons of a..Euan Doig, Thu Feb 22 2024Car park charges based on emissions: are they fair? A growing number of councils are penalising drivers of petrol and diesel cars who use public car par..Claire Evans, Wed Feb 14 2024Petrol vs diesel: which costs less?Diesel has long been the fuel of choice for high-mileage drivers, but with it now costing an average..George Hill, Sun Feb 04 2024Do you need to buy EV tyres for your electric car?Electric cars can be more demanding on their tyres than petrol or diesel models, but does this limit..Claire Evans, Sat Feb 03 2024123...7page1of 7