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1.6 million more people to take a European driving holiday this summer

Driving holidays are as popular as those involving air travel, as people look for the safest breaks..

Claire Evans, Fri Jul 31 2020

Motorway roadworks speed limit raised to 60mph

The speed limit on sections of motorway undergoing roadworks has been increased to cut journey times..

Claire Evans, Mon Jul 27 2020

Touchscreens more distracting than driving drunk

Transport Research Laboratory makes shocking claim and says voice control that can recognise natural..

Claire Evans, Mon May 04 2020

Speeding motorists double during coronavirus lockdown

Behaviour has apparently become so bad that the police are launching a new road crime team, with dri..

Claire Evans, Thu Apr 30 2020

Is my car covered for hail storm damage?

The bodywork of a reader's car has been severely damaged in a hail storm. Can he claim for repairs o..

Claire Evans, Tue Aug 13 2019

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

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

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

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 car breakdown services are changing

Roadside assistance services are now having to deal with larger, heavier cars and electric vehicles..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 15 2019

Hands-free mobile phone use while driving could be banned

New report calls for a ban on hands-free mobile phone use while driving and tougher penalties for th..

Claire Evans, Tue Aug 13 2019

Petrol prices

Find out the latest petrol and diesel prices around the UK, and see which car models have proved the..

Claire Evans, Thu Jul 25 2019

What’s included in a car’s list price?

A reader wants to buy a Volkswagen Golf R but is worried that it will attract the premium rate of ro..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 01 2019

How much will it cost to take my car to France?

A reader is considering buying a nearly new car and taking it with him when he moves to France, but..

Chris Daniels, Wed Jul 31 2019

Headlight glare - more drivers are being dazzled

Drivers who suffer from headlight glare say the problem is getting worse, according to the latest re..

Claire Evans, Mon Jun 10 2019

Tyres and microplastic pollution: what's the problem and what’s being done to address it?

Recent research estimates tyres contribute around 270,000 tonnes of tiny plastic particles per year..

Claire Evans, Wed May 29 2019

Best tyre brands and how to save money

There are hundreds of different tyre brands and choosing the best can be a minefield. We explain the..

Claire Evans, Tue May 21 2019

Car sharing - what is it and could it work for you?

Car sharing companies allow you to rent a car quickly and easily for short periods. This sounds idea..

Claire Evans, Thu May 09 2019

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1.6 million more people to take a European driving holiday this summer

Motorway roadworks speed limit raised to 60mph

Touchscreens more distracting than driving drunk

Speeding motorists double during coronavirus lockdown

Is my car covered for hail storm damage?

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

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

Car dashboard warning lights explained

Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

How long do electric car batteries last for?

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

How car breakdown services are changing

Hands-free mobile phone use while driving could be banned

Petrol prices

What’s included in a car’s list price?

How much will it cost to take my car to France?

Headlight glare - more drivers are being dazzled

Tyres and microplastic pollution: what's the problem and what’s being done to address it?

Best tyre brands and how to save money

Car sharing - what is it and could it work for you?

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