Tag: Motoring
When should you replace a child car seat? Seven reasons not to guess
A child car seat does not become safe or unsafe on one universal birthday. This UK guide shows where to find the manufacturer’s limit, when a crash or missing history makes replacement the sensible option, and what to check before fitting any seat.
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Travelling with a dog in the car: how to choose a restraint that works
The Highway Code says dogs and other animals must be suitably restrained in a vehicle. Here is how to choose between a harness, carrier, cage and guard, and set it up safely.
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Parked up for weeks? Get your car road-ready in this order
A practical UK checklist for bringing a car back into use after several weeks parked up, from insurance and tax to tyres, brakes and the first drive.
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A used Suzuki Ignis suits city life brilliantly, if this shortlist checks out
The Suzuki Ignis is a characterful small car with sensible running costs, but its condition, specification and history matter more than the badge. Use this UK-focused inspection checklist before you buy.
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White powder on a car battery terminal: clean it safely, then find the cause
White or blue-green powder around a 12V battery terminal is usually corrosion. Here is how UK drivers can deal with it safely, when not to DIY, and why repeated corrosion needs a proper diagnosis.
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Your first public EV charge: a simple UK checklist from plug to payment
Using a public EV charger for the first time need not be awkward. This practical UK checklist covers finding the right connector, checking the price, starting the session and leaving the bay properly.
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Snow on your car roof is not harmless: the UK winter check before you drive
Snow left on a car can slide over the windscreen or onto other road users. Here is what the Highway Code requires you to clear before setting off in wintry weather.
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Still on winter tyres when summer arrives? The sensible UK call
Winter tyres are not automatically illegal once the weather warms up, but keeping them on through a British summer is not always the best value or the safest choice. Here is what to check before deciding whether to swap them.
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What do P, R, N and D mean in an automatic car?
P, R, N and D are the basics, but S, B, L and manual mode buttons vary by car. Here is what each automatic gear letter does, when to use it and the mistakes to avoid.
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Driving to Europe? Check your headlights before the ferry
UK headlights are designed for driving on the left. Before taking your car to mainland Europe, check whether it has a travel mode, needs beam deflectors or should be adjusted by a workshop.
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Will a windscreen claim affect your no-claims bonus? Check this before you book the repair
A chipped or cracked windscreen can feel urgent, but do not assume every glass claim works like an accident claim. Check the policy wording, excess and approved-repairer rules before you book.
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Car accident in Europe: keep the claim on track from the roadside to home
A practical UK guide to staying safe, recording the right details and protecting your insurance claim after a crash while driving in Europe.
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