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Driving without car insurance is illegal in UK

Drivers often complain about high cost of car insurance but is essential to have if you want to legally drive a car in the UK.
Published 25 October 2021
Top 10 petrol cars to buy instead of diesel

Ten petrol cars to buy instead of a diesel

Feeling guilty about driving a diesel car and not ready for pure-electric just yet? Here are 10 efficient petrol and hybrid alternatives.
Published 21 October 2021
How to claim for pothole damage to your car's suspension, wheels and tyres

How to claim for pothole damage to your car

Follow our six-point guide to claiming compensation for damage to your car caused by a pothole
Published 13 October 2021
2019 Tesla Model 3 review

Five alternatives to the Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is the UK's best-selling electric car, but there are plenty of other excellent EVs to consider.
Published 13 October 2021
Learning to drive an HGV

How to become an HGV driver

With HGV drivers hitting the headlines, we look at how to become one, how much it costs, and what to expect in terms of pay.
Published 04 October 2021
What are the different levels of self-driving vehicle?

What are the different levels of self-driving car?

Automotive engineers have categorised the levels of self-driving technology, from no driver aids to full autonomy.
Published 29 September 2021
When is it OK to tow another car, and what do I need to know before towing?

When is it OK to tow another car, and what do I need...

Towing another car behind yours might sound like a simple operation, but it isn’t – if you’ve never towed another vehicle, you’ll discover...
Published 21 September 2021
Eco petrol to replace current fuel at pumps

E10 fuel: What is it and how will it affect you?

Last year, the Department for Transport announced the introduction of E10, a lower carbon fuel for petrol vehicles.
Published 01 September 2021
Driving in flip flops

Illegal to drive barefoot or in flip flops?

Here we cover the ins and outs of footwear for driving, what’s legal and what might happen if you don’t wear suitable shoes when driving.
Published 31 August 2021

Costs to get on the road?

Here we break down the essentials to help you budget for life behind the wheel.
Published 26 August 2021
Pavement parking

Is it illegal to park on a pavement in the UK?

All you need to know about the legality of parking on the pavement, in London, Scotland and the rest of the UK.
Published 05 August 2021
How can I make sure I have found the perfect driving position?

How can I make sure I have found the perfect driving...

Back trouble is almost up there with the common cold, afflicting four out of five people at some point during their life.
Published 25 May 2021