Car Advice

How to drive a manual car

Take life by the gear stick and drive a manual car! Here is all you need to know to live the self-shifting dream

Car colours

Roses are red, violets are blue, read this page to find a car colour for you - from red to blue, yellow, gold or green, too

What is Ford Vignale?

Vignale is the name for Ford's top-of-the range cars. With this new brand, Ford promises a high level of luxury and personal service

Should I buy a new or used car?

Unsure whether your next car should be second-hand? We'll help you decide whether new, nearly new or used is the right choice for you

What mileage is good for a used car?

Can't stretch to a new car and wonder what mileage limit to set when looking at used models? Find out what to expect with used cars here

Government electric car grant: the complete guide

All you need to know about changes to the Government’s electric car grant

The V5C document: all you need to know about the log book

The V5C, sometimes called the logbook, is often considered your car’s birth certificate. Here’s what you need to know

Clean air zones: where are Britain's low-emission zones?

With the extension of the ULEZ and many more cities planning to follow suit, here’s where to find low-emission zones & how much you'll pay

Car servicing: your complete guide

Confused by how, when and where to get your car serviced? Keep reading for all the ins and outs to car servicing

What is ABS?

Maximum braking without loss of control: how ABS helps you steer out of trouble and stay safe

What is park assist?

Look like a driving whizz without even touching the wheel: the cars that park themselves