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Electric vehicle jargon explained
If you’re thinking about buying an electric car, some of the technical terms can be difficult to understand. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to switch to an electric car, so here’s our jargon buster to help you out.

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What you need to know before you buy an electric car
Thinking of switching to an electric car? Our handy guide will help you make your mind up.

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Child car seats and the law
Child seats are a safety requirement for newborns and children up to their 12th birthday, or those of a certain height. Knowing the car seat rules - and which products meet them - is vital to keeping kids safe and protected during car journeys.

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Top tips to prevent car theft
Car theft is on the increase, and criminals are getting smarter. Here’s how to protect your car from thieves.

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Car MOT checks
Getting bad news from the garage about a failed MOT can be frustrating. While the MOT rules in the UK can seem complicated, the most common causes of MOT failure are pretty straightforward - and can easily be fixed. Avoid these common MOT failures with our handy checklist.

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How to test drive a car
Buying a new car? Test driving a car is a valuable opportunity to suss out if it's for you... if you know what you're looking for. Read our top tips on what to find out when you're taking a car for a test drive.

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Prepare your car for autumn
From heavy rainfall causing floods on the road, to mulch piling up under trees causing cars to slip and slide, autumn presents unique hazards. Minimise the risks and stay safe with our tips.

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What to do if you have an accident
In the moments after a crash, it can be difficult to know what actions to take and what information to collect. Check out this step-by-step guide on what you need to do if you have a car accident.

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What should you do if you lose your car keys?
Losing your car keys is not only annoying, but gives you security concerns. But you do have options if you're stuck without keys, so don't panic. Find out what to do with our top tips.

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Drink Driving: the day after the night before
Been out partying? Or just enjoyed a bottle of wine in front of the TV? You can still be over the limit the next day and it may be too dangerous to drive. If caught, you'll face the same convictions as you would if you were driving at night.

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How to prepare your car for a road trip
Planning a long journey on the road? From local laws to testing tyres, we've put together the top five tips to ensure both you and your car are ready.

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Six of the best ways to increase the value of your car
To make your second-hand cars stand out, it pays to prepare your vehicle to make it as appealing as possible. Read our tips to increase the resale value of your car.

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Electric car insurance
Whether you're thinking of buying an electric car, or you already own one, here's what you need to know about electric car insurance.

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Young drivers’ car insurance: what you need to know
You've passed your test, and you're ready to hit the road. But if you're a young driver, your car insurance could end up costing more than your first car. Here's what you can do to get yourself a good deal.

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What to do when your car breaks down on the motorway
With cars travelling at high speeds, breaking down on a motorway is a dangerous situation to be in. That's why it's really important you follow advice designed to keep you and your passengers safe.

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The Congestion Charge
If you're planning on driving in the UK's capital, it's important you find out about the Congestion Charge. Applying to weekdays, paying the fee allows you to enter, drive within and exit the Congestion Charging Zone as many times as you wish on a day.

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How to buy a car at auction
You could save money when buying a car at auction, but you need to be prepared to take some risks. We've put together leading advice on bidding, buying and winning cars at auctions.

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How to deal with road rage
Aggressive behaviour on the road is on the rise. Here's how to deal with it if you feel the red mist descending, or if someone is directing their anger towards you.