All
Popular
Wheel alignment vs tracking: what’s the difference for UK drivers?
Wheel alignment and tracking are often used as if they mean the same thing, but tracking usually refers to toe settings while full wheel alignment covers toe, camber and caster. Here is what UK drivers actually need to know.
All
Latest
Is that used car an import? The UK clues hiding in the V5C, DVLA record and paperwork
Imported does not have to mean avoid, but it does mean checking the DVLA record, V5C, VIN and paperwork more carefully before you buy.
Shock absorber replacement in the UK: what front pairs, rear pairs and full sets really cost
A practical UK guide to shock absorber replacement costs, including what front pairs, rear pairs and full sets usually cost, what pushes quotes up, and when a leak becomes an MOT issue.
Read More
Do you really need temporary car insurance? The UK moments when it makes sense
A practical UK guide to temporary car insurance, including when short-term cover is worth paying for, when it is not, and the checks to make before you drive.
Read More
Can a named driver build up no-claims bonus? The UK answer before you switch insurers
Most named drivers do not build a standard no-claims bonus they can freely take elsewhere. Here is what usually happens in the UK, where exceptions exist and how to avoid fronting trouble.
Read More
Is that worn seat belt still MOT-safe? The cuts, fraying and DIY fixes that can fail your car
Seat belt wear is easier to dismiss than a warning light, but cuts, fraying, overstretching and bodged repairs can all turn into a UK MOT fail. Here is what testers look for now and what drivers should do before test day.
Read More
Before you book the cheapest MOT, check the fee cap, the retest rules and the extras
A cheap MOT can save money, but only if you understand the UK fee cap, the free retest windows and the extras that often inflate the real bill.
Read More
Used Skoda Kamiq: skip the base engine and shop the middle of the range
The used Skoda Kamiq is one of the strongest small SUV buys in the UK, but the smart choice sits in the middle of the range. Here is why most buyers should target the 1.0 TSI 116PS petrol in SE Edition or a sensibly priced SE L.
Read More