Car ownership

We explain everything you need to know about BMW ConnectedDrive and how much it costs

As cases of keyless car theft spike, find out how you can keep your car secure

The right tyre pressures are crucial and these are the best mini air compressors you can buy

Reduce the risk of your car being stolen with a specially lined Faraday wallet

A GAP insurance quote can be as low as £100 for three years, but could save you thousands after an accident

Sometimes you need to cancel your car tax - we explain how to do it

Every car on the road has its own unique VIN number. Read on to find out what a VIN number is and why it’s so important

Having difficulty with finding the right headlight for your car? We shine a light on everything you need to know

Need somewhere to charge up your electric car? We show you how to find EV chargers near you

We explain car finance Annual Percentage Rates and how to get the best possible deal

A new standard for exhaust emissions is coming in 2025. We explain what it is and how it will affect you

We explain how a car radiator works and what to do if it leaks

We explain how to calculate a car’s P11D value and how it impacts company car tax

We explain the inner workings of a car’s exhaust system and what to do if it needs repairing

We describe the function of a head gasket and how to detect if it has blown

We explain how car brakes work and how to check your brake pads

Why it’s so important to change a cambelt, how to know if you need a new one and how much it costs.

UK Transport Committee has recommended the introduction of a road pricing scheme to replace the current vehicle excise and fuel duty levies

How often should you service your car and where do you check the service schedule for your car?

Convertible cars are meant to be stylish, but a mouldy fabric roof can look tatty if you don’t use a soft-top cleaner

These digital tyre-pressure gauges can ensure your car maintains its fuel efficiency and stays safe

Should you buy all-season tyres and which ones are the best?

Is it safe to go through an automatic car wash? We explain the pros and cons of different car cleaning methods

Have questions about main dealer car servicing? We explain what it is and why it’s important for your car

Vauxhall’s multimedia touchscreen system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; here’s how it works

Here’s everything you need to know about Mercedes’ Parktronic and Active Parking Assist systems

Most new car purchases go smoothly, but if yours has gone wrong to the extent you wish to reject the car, we explain what your options are

If you don’t want to fork out for a dash cam, your phone and a dashboard cam app can do the same job for almost no money

All new cars have a catalytic converter, but what exactly is it? Carbuyer explains

We explain how to get your car looking as shiny as possible and pick the best car waxes for the job

We cover everything you need to know about Ford EcoBlue engines

We explain all you need to know about Audi TFSI engines

Keep your car interior clean with one of these great car upholstery cleaners

Over 3,000 Ford Fiestas were pinched in 2020; we list the UK’s most stolen cars

New raw ‘uncapped’ insurance data could be used to raise premiums for BMW, Mercedes, Audi and Tesla owners

Getting a puncture is inconvenient but our guide will help you change the wheel yourself