So you’ve passed your driving test and the freedom of the open road awaits. But there is a whole heap…

Running your car


The important documents you need when owning a car
Getting your first car is a milestone and a life-changing one at that. Few things compare with your new-found independence…


How to keep your car safe from theft
Even the most basic of city cars comes with remote central locking nowadays, and it’s easy to just assume that…


The cheapest or the best breakdown cover in the UK
What would you do if your car broke down? Even if you’re handy with the spanners you might not have…


How to keep up tyre maintenance and change a wheel
According to Michelin, 36% of UK drivers have dangerously under-inflated tyres. During a single national roadshow, over 4500 cars were…


How to choose and check your oil
Your engine won’t last very long if it runs low on oil – and if you just use cheap oil…


What to do if you put the wrong fuel in your car
It’s believed that at least 150,000 drivers put the wrong fuel in their car each year – that’s one every…


How to cut your motoring costs
Running a car is expensive for young drivers. Don’t worry, we can offer a few pointers on how to cut…


The basics of upgrading your car
It’s great to have a car that stands out from the crowd, but unless you can afford something exotic, it’s…


How to prepare for driving abroad
It’s easy to take your car to mainland Europe. Things may get more complicated after Brexit, but for now the…


A guide to child car seats
Even if you don’t have kids yourself, you may have to transport a friend’s at some point – and you’ll…