Tips and advice

Are you mulling over whether you should lease or buy your next new car? Read on for our pros and cons of leasing and buying

If your insurance premiums are expensive, it could be worth choosing a car with insurance included

Dear Carbuyer, I have £40,000 to spend on a fun and fast performance car. What are my options?

The hazard perception test was introduced to make newly qualified drivers safer. Our guide explains what’s involved

You may be able to get pay as you go (PAYG) car finance even with bad credit using a black box scheme. Read everything you need to know about it here

Stuck with a flat car battery? We’ve put eight of the best jump starter packs to the test

Yes, it’s possible to buy a car on finance with no deposit. Here’s everything you need to know about it, including how it works and who can use it

Bad credit doesn’t make buying a van on finance impossible, just harder. Here’s how to get into a van even if your credit rating is poor

Dear Carbuyer, I’m looking for a luxury SUV with seven seats - what can I get for £40,000?

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

Hydrogen-powered cars have the potential to be popular in the future. We explain how they work

Dear Carbuyer, I’m looking for an economical diesel saloon for my everyday commute - what is out there for £15,000?

Dear Carbuyer, I’m looking for a spacious used MPV to transport my family of five. What can I get for £20,000?

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

What is an LSD and what are the benefits of a limited-slip differential?

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

Spark plugs and glow plugs work to keep your car functioning properly, but what are they?

Find out the best place to mount your sat nav or smartphone in your car

All the facts on how to get your driving licence, photocard licence and online counterpart, plus our top tips for passing your test

We fill in the gaps on Halogen, Xenon, Matrix LED and Laser headlights, and all their safety benefits

Lumbar support is fitted to the seats of some cars to help passengers maintain good posture and prevent lower back pain

Air suspension uses pressurised air to provide a cushioned, smooth ride, but has some potential drawbacks

We explain how keyless entry and keyless start systems works and whether you should get them on your next car

Adaptive dampers are an advanced vehicle technology that improves the comfort and handling of your car

A balloon payment is required to buy a car outright when using car finance, but how do they work? Let’s find out…

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

Pedestrian detection is a hi-tech car feature that helps to protect people both inside the car and out

Alcantara is a luxurious, suede-like material that is being used more and more in car interiors

Kerb weight is a popular method of specifying a car’s weight, but what exactly does it mean? Read on to find out everything you need to know about ker…

A space saver spare wheel can help you get home or to a garage if your car suffers a puncture and takes up less room than a full-size spare

Gross weight is used to calculate the overall weight of a vehicle, but what exactly does it mean?