Motorists

Plates4Less have created a valuation guide for private number plates

Ad Feature Demand for private number plate valuations soars by more than 150%

Scenic views are also the cause of many arguments in the car

Motorists would rather take the scenic route than the fastest

Classic cars can be a lifestyle choice

Why more under-25s are choosing £5,000 classic cars over modern models

The NOCO Genius 10 is one of the most versatile smart chargers on the market

NOCO Genius 10 review: Worth buying?

Classic Volkswagen Beetles and campervans are attracting a new generation of younger drivers, with specialist insurance potentially costing less than cover for a newer car

Why young drivers could cut insurance costs by choosing a classic car

Thankfully, checking a car's history isn't expensive

The used car checks worth making

This cheap check could save car buyers from expensive hidden problems

Younger drivers are saving themselves money on insurance by choosing older cars

Why under-25s are swapping modern cars for a £5,000 classic

Plates4Less says it first noticed a significant increase in business-related enquiries during 2022

Ad Feature Business number plate sales double

The Leapmotor B10 might not win any styling awards, but it offers plenty for the money

Leapmotor B10 review: a fully loaded electric SUV for £29,995

Nearly four in 10 are open to using a driverless taxi

Ad Feature New research reveals half of UK women would consider a driverless taxi
Safety is the deciding factor for these women.
Emily Jordan

We check all the mechanical aspects of a used car before buying - but there are other checks many people fail to make when they take the plunge

The used car checks every buyer should make before handing over money

Used cars can come with hidden histories - so it pays to perform some basic checks

Used car buying guide – the simple checks every buyer should make

Used cars can come with hidden histories - so it pays to perform some basic checks

The £19.99 check every used car buyer should know about

Claimsline Group is among the UK's fastest growing private businesses

Ad Feature Claimsline Group recognised for growth across consumer services

If you're in the market for a used car there are some simple ways to protect yourself

This £19.99 check could stop you making a costly used car mistake

If you're in the market for a used car there are some simple ways to protect yourself

The costly used car mistake more drivers are trying to avoid

Buying a used car needn't be the leap of faith it once was

The used car mistake that could cost buyers thousands

Choosing a car can be a leap of faith - but there are ways to make the process far safer

The simple checks every motorist should do before buying a used car

More than 70,000 motorists were fined for using their mobiles at the wheel over the last three years

Motorists have been fined £14 million for mobile phone use

Potholes top the list of motorists’ bugbears

Cars damaged by a pothole cost an average of £164 to repair

Time is running out to find out if you're entitled to car finance miss-selling compensation

Drivers could claim hundreds for car finance mis-selling

Worn tyres can be more dangerous than using a phone behind the wheel

Time is running out to find out if you're entitled to car finance miss-selling compensation

Drivers urged to check finance deals after commission investigation

There has been growing public interest in historic PCP deals and other potential mis-sold car finance concerns

Ad Feature UK drivers revisit historic car finance deals with eligibility checks

The newly issued banned list for the upcoming ‘26’ registration series includes combinations considered inappropriate or potentially offensive for display on UK roads.

Ad Feature DVLA bans 400+ ‘26’ number plates as demand for private plates rises

Honda lined up a range of cars on London’s Harley Street, famous for cosmetic procedures, to show how the iconic Civic has evolved since its inception in 1972.

Motorists will drive 63 laps around earth in their lifetime

A new app-based service is transforming the way we use our breakdown cover

Breakdowns are changing: how drivers now get help with just an app tap
From GPS tracking to fast digital reporting, drivers are now turning to apps to handle breakdowns — and the experience is faster and clearer than ever
Gareth Butterfield

Drivers are most likely to break the law at 8:27am and 7:15pm.

Drivers are most likely to break the law at 8:27am and 7:15pm

Comedian Ellie Taylor is encouraging Brits to get some much-needed car time this winter.

Half of drivers admit they’ve hidden in their car for peace and quiet

Currently, cars can be legally sold second-hand with 1.6mm of tread - the road-legal limit.

Road users warned about millimetre difference making cars illegal

It comes as UK motorists apologise at the scene of an accident - despite not being at fault

Drivers risk insurance claims for doing this one thing, expert warns

Car brand drives traffic to its showroom – by offering bungee jumps

Lorry driver caught rolling cigarette with no hands on wheel

Lorry driver caught rolling cigarette with no hands on wheel

Monthly payment plans are catching motorists out!

Ad Feature UK motorists are overpaying for car insurance - here’s why!

Many motorist are unaware they could be breaking the law and risking penalty points and a fine by committing any of these 12 misdemeanours behind the wheel.

Survey reveals 12 driving offences UK drivers don't realise are illegal

A video shows a mysterious spooky figure at at Stocksbridge Bypass, a notorious Sheffield hauntings hotspot. Picture: Andy Pollard

Ghosthunter films 'spooky figure' on notorious 'haunted' street

(Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Major car tax shake-up as motorists face new charges - how to save

Car batteries can be one of the most expensive parts to change in your car - so it's worth shopping sensibly, and there’s a price-matching scheme that can save a lot of money

Need a new car battery? Here's how to get one fitted cheaply

Watch: Police officer killed by HGV as she helped motorists in crash

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The cheapest petrol stations for Christmas travel across the UK

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I'm a motoring expert – these festive mistakes could cost you £1000s

Drivers can be fined up to £5,000 for vaping in vehicles

Drivers face £5,000 fine and nine points for vaping behind the wheel

A poll of 2,000 motorists found a whopping 86 per cent have been in control of a vehicle while tired at some point

Millions of drivers admit getting behind the wheel when tired

Drivers could be fined if they are caught using a mobile phone while behind the wheel

New 'spot' cameras could cost drivers £1,000 - here's how
Distracted drivers caught using phones could be fined up to £1,000 🚨
Matthew Mohan-Hickson

Motorists forked out millions for unexpected repairs in the last year

Top celeb motorists which can help in case of a vehicle breakdown

Driving tips to keep motorists safe during snow and ice impact

Footage of idiotic drivers caught on dash cams has been released by West Mercia Police Picture: West Mercia Police / SWNS

Britain's worst drivers cheat death - caught on dash cam

Mysterious sinkhole appears in UK and almost gobbles post box - motorists beware

Dangerous sinkhole appears on UK street and almost swallows post box

AI cameras set up to spot drivers on phone catch almost 300 drivers during trial

AI catches 297 drivers breaking law in 3 days - and it’s not speeding

Watch: British driver ‘almost kills’ police officer after ramming car in high-speed chase

Watch: Driver ‘almost kills’ police officer in high-speed chase

Cows on M6 cause chaos as drivers left in 3-mile long traffic jam

Pictured: Cows cause chaos on Britain’s busiest motorway

CMA to launch ‘fuel finder’ scheme to help drivers get cheaper petrol as supermarket forecourts criticised

Breaking ‘Fuel finder’ scheme to be launched to help drivers find cheap petrol

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