What cars are ULEZ compliant? How do I know if my car is allowed in the ULEZ zone?
What cars are ULEZ compliant? How do I know if my car is allowed in the ULEZ zone? The London Ultra Low Emissions Zone has expanded. It now means any…
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Is mis-selling car finance really as bad as the PPI scandal?
There have been rumours for a long time that car finance was the new payment protection insurance (PPI). Mis-selling, it was said, was rife around borrowing to buy used cars.…
I’m considering switching to an EV but I’m worried about how long EV batteries last
One of the biggest concerns among buyers is how long EV batteries last. It’s a fair point because EVs are a relatively new technology and all we have to fall…
How do I get car finance with bad credit history?
You’re not alone in having a bad credit history. But don’t give up hope: you can get car finance with bad credit history. If one finance company has turned you…
I want to sell my car. What do I need to do to prepare a used car for sale?
When you sell a car, the name of the game should be to get as much money as possible for it. And that means there are a handful of things…
I need to choose between petrol and diesel cars. Both are Skoda Karoqs, similar specification, similar prices. Which would you recommend?
The cars our reader has been offered are the 1.5 TSI and 2.0 TDI versions of the small Skoda SUV. But it doesn’t really matter which car it is, it’s…
Does a used MINI hatchback make a good second-hand buy for about £12k?
Buyers can’t get enough of the retro looks of the MINI hatchback. Since it was first launched in 2000, it has been a runaway success. Now on its third generation…
Are there any new car bargains to be had at the moment or are discounted new cars a thing of the past?
There was a time when some clever tactics could secure you some significant new car bargains. Sadly, those days are gone. But if you’re clever you can still get hold…
I want to downsize cars. Is the Audi A1 worth a look?
Small cars are getting ever more sophisticated and the Audi A1 is a brilliant example of this. Available in both three and five-door body shapes, it’s the upmarket alternative to…
Is the cost of car insurance rising because inflation?
It seems there’s little that isn’t affected by the rising inflation that is prompting the cost-of-living crisis. And like many other things, the cost of car insurance premiums are rising…