What is a black box insurance policy? Is there any danger to my car?
A black box insurance policy enables the insurer to assess real-life data on how you drive. They can then adjust the premium to reflect how much of a risk you…
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Tax, insurance and other admin around cars isn’t that exciting. But it’s vital. Follow our top tips and it’ll help you to save money
Is it worth having a used car history check done?
Buying a car can be a traumatic experience at the best of times. But one area of pain you can outsource is finding out about the car’s history. Read on…
I might need to reject a used car. How do I get an independent report into my car?
Having an independent report done is vital if you’re having a dispute with a dealer or manufacturer over a car’s condition. If you need to move things to an arbitration…
What will the cuts to the electric car grant mean for buyers and car sales?
The government has revealed that it’s cutting the electric car grant. The Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG) was worth £3,000 off any plug-in full electric vehicle. However, changes to the grant…
Do I need a special licence for trailer towing with a car?
Trailer towing – and that includes caravans, horseboxes and even jet skis ‑ is a legal minefield. The minimum you need is a full driving licence to tow anything. What…
Do I have to take my Astra to a Vauxhall dealer to preserve the manufacturer warranty?
A manufacturer warranty on a new car is a nice bit of free insurance and it’s important to keep it valid. You don’t have to use the manufacturer’s garage or…
Can I reject a car after owning it for 10 months?
Our reader has lost patience with a car that has broken down seven times in the past 10 months. They want to know whether they can reject it, claiming it’s…
Do I have to pay excess mileage charges after the Voluntary Termination of a PCP?
Increasing numbers of people who’re struggling to keep up with their car finance payments are applying for Voluntary Terminations. And we’ve been contacted by drivers who want to know where…
I was the innocent party in a non-fault accident. Should I report it to my insurer?
Every driver must have motor insurance. When you have an accident, even if it wasn’t your fault, or you don’t plan on claiming, you should tell your insurer. What is…
Is it true I can legally game on my phone while at the wheel?
The answer is yes and no. The government introduced the law outlawing using handheld mobile phones at the wheel in 2003. This was before smartphones were a feature of people’s…