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Our advice section has the answers to your motoring questions, whether you're buying, selling, or just looking to reduce your motoring bills. And you can even contact us for help with car-related problems

What can I do about a security issue on my car?

A reader has discovered that his used Peugeot 3008 automatically unlocks as the driver approaches it..

Claire Evans, Thu Feb 20 2020

Car recalls: what are they and what to do if your car is recalled

Car recalls are in the news regularly, so should you worry if you get a recall notice for your car?..

Claire Evans, Tue Feb 18 2020

Does my new tow car need to be a diesel?

A reader asks if diesel is his only option for a tow car, or if he could haul his caravan with a pet..

Claire Evans, Mon Feb 10 2020

Car dashboard warning lights explained

The number of warning lights on your car’s dashboard can be confusing, so we explain what they mean..

What Car? team, Wed Feb 06 2019

Should I buy a diesel car? Everything you need to know

Diesel cars are being demonised, but are they really as bad as they're being made to seem? Here's ev..

Claire Evans, Thu Nov 23 2017

How to buy a used van at an auction - our top tips

Top tips to help you grab a bargain when buying a used van at an auction

What Car? team, Mon Nov 18 2019

What Car?'s top reader stories of 2019

We answer thousands of reader questions each year, providing advice and helping owners of faulty car..

Claire Evans, Fri Dec 13 2019

Should I buy an SUV or an estate?

A reader needs to replace his estate car, but is struggling to find an SUV that fits all his require..

Claire Evans, Fri Nov 22 2019

Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

Insurance experts say electric cars can attract higher premiums – but they are coming down

Jim Holder, Fri Oct 12 2018

How long do electric car batteries last for?

Keeping your electric car's battery in top condition could prolong its life; here's everything you n..

Darren Moss, Tue Oct 23 2018

What is a hydrogen fuel cell car?

Hydrogen fuel cell cars are hailed by some as the future of motoring. We've taken a closer look at h..

Jim Holder, Fri Oct 12 2018

Why can’t I get better range from my electric car?

Jaguar I-Pace owner asks why he can't get close to the official or real-world range for his car

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 30 2019

My car was damaged in a hotel car park - who is liable?

A reader says his car was scratched and had paint chipped off while it was left in a hotel car park..

Claire Evans, Tue Oct 22 2019

How many different types of van are there?

From tippers to transporters, and from low-entry models to Luton specials, this is our guide to the..

What Car? team, Mon Sep 30 2019

Is it best to hire, lease or buy a van?

How you pay for your van depends on your personal circumstances. Follow our guide to understand what..

What Car? team, Thu Oct 03 2019

Should a high-mileage driver buy an electric car?

A reader wants to buy a BMW i3 but is worried his annual commute of 25,000 miles will kill its batte..

Claire Evans, Thu Sep 05 2019

Do you need a tachograph to drive a van?

Tachographs can be analogue or digital, and record information about your journey. Not all commercia..

What Car? team, Mon Sep 30 2019

Which will lose less value: BMW M135i or Porsche Cayman S?

A reader is looking to buy a performance car but wants to keep depreciation to a minimum

Claire Evans, Wed Aug 21 2019

Will my automatic Audi A3 suffer gearbox problems?

A reader has the opportunity to buy her company car but is concerned that its dual-clutch automatic..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 15 2019

Keyless car crime – what are car manufacturers doing to prevent it?

Cars with keyless entry systems can be stolen far more quickly and easily than those with convention..

Claire Evans, Tue Aug 06 2019

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