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Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

Insurance experts say electric cars can attract higher premiums – but they are coming down

Jim Holder, Fri Oct 12 2018

How long do electric car batteries last for?

Keeping your electric car's battery in top condition could prolong its life; here's everything you n..

Darren Moss, Tue Oct 23 2018

My car was damaged in a hotel car park - who is liable?

A reader says his car was scratched and had paint chipped off while it was left in a hotel car park..

Claire Evans, Tue Oct 22 2019

Hands-free mobile phone use while driving could be banned

New report calls for a ban on hands-free mobile phone use while driving and tougher penalties for th..

Claire Evans, Tue Aug 13 2019

Petrol prices

Find out the latest petrol and diesel prices around the UK, and see which car models have proved the..

Claire Evans, Thu Jul 25 2019

What’s included in a car’s list price?

A reader wants to buy a Volkswagen Golf R but is worried that it will attract the premium rate of ro..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 01 2019

How much will it cost to take my car to France?

A reader is considering buying a nearly new car and taking it with him when he moves to France, but..

Chris Daniels, Wed Jul 31 2019

Headlight glare - more drivers are being dazzled

Drivers who suffer from headlight glare say the problem is getting worse, according to the latest re..

Claire Evans, Mon Jun 10 2019

Tyres and microplastic pollution: what's the problem and what’s being done to address it?

Recent research estimates tyres contribute around 270,000 tonnes of tiny plastic particles per year..

Claire Evans, Wed May 29 2019

Best tyre brands and how to save money

There are hundreds of different tyre brands and choosing the best can be a minefield. We explain the..

Claire Evans, Tue May 21 2019

Car sharing - what is it and could it work for you?

Car sharing companies allow you to rent a car quickly and easily for short periods. This sounds idea..

Claire Evans, Thu May 09 2019

Headlight bulbs - what types are there and which is best?

We look at the different types of headlight bulb and test 10 halogen units to find out which are the..

Claire Evans, Thu May 02 2019

Must servicing be done by a franchised dealer?

Reader asks if his car's warranty would become void if he has the car serviced outside the main deal..

Claire Evans, Tue Apr 23 2019

Is your car at risk of a cyber attack?

The new digital technologies in cars make our lives easier, but they can also create vulnerabilities..

Claire Evans, Thu Apr 04 2019

My car doesn't pull away properly when cold. Is this a common problem?

My Volkswagen T-Roc suffers with 'kangarooing' when I try to pull away when the engine is cold. Have..

Claire Evans, Wed Mar 27 2019

Electric car charging guide

Everything you wanted to know about electric car charging, but were afraid to ask

Claire Evans, Fri Oct 12 2018

Most reliable used cars with more than 60,000 miles

Should you buy a high-mileage car, or are you simply taking on someone else's problem child? We reve..

Claire Evans, Fri Feb 22 2019

Types of electric car plug

From Type 1 to CCS, we take a look at the different electric car plugs and how common they are

Claire Evans, Fri Oct 12 2018

Most reliable used cars with more than 60,000 miles

Should you buy a high-mileage car, or are you simply taking on someone else's problem child? We reve..

Claire Evans, Sat Feb 23 2019

Least reliable used cars with more than 60,000 miles

Should you buy a high-mileage car, or are you simply taking on someone else's problem child? We reve..

Claire Evans, Sat Feb 23 2019

Owning and running your car

Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

How long do electric car batteries last for?

My car was damaged in a hotel car park - who is liable?

Hands-free mobile phone use while driving could be banned

Petrol prices

What’s included in a car’s list price?

How much will it cost to take my car to France?

Headlight glare - more drivers are being dazzled

Tyres and microplastic pollution: what's the problem and what’s being done to address it?

Best tyre brands and how to save money

Car sharing - what is it and could it work for you?

Headlight bulbs - what types are there and which is best?

Must servicing be done by a franchised dealer?

Is your car at risk of a cyber attack?

My car doesn't pull away properly when cold. Is this a common problem?

Electric car charging guide

Most reliable used cars with more than 60,000 miles

Types of electric car plug

Most reliable used cars with more than 60,000 miles

Least reliable used cars with more than 60,000 miles

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