Motoring

If you're planning to buy a used car, but you're not sure if it's been stolen, it's essential to check the history. You can use several different websites to do this, as they all do mostly the same thing.

Generally, you should be checking the service history, MOT documents and the DVLA-registered V5C certificate – also known as the logbook. By taking these steps, you'll be able to get all the information you need to make an informed decision and not get your fingers burned.

If you’ve ever bought a car, then you’ll already know about that pink form, also...

Young drivers in the South West are enduring a near four-month wait to get a driving test. DVSA data has revealed it takes an average of 15.3 weeks after booking a test to take it in the region – the fourth worst wait across England, Wales and Scotland. As the backlog created by COVID-19 lockdowns continues to cause learners misery, a Freedom of Information (FOI) request from Adrian Flux, one of the UK’s largest motor insurance brokers, has revealed the full extent of the delays. Further analysis of the findings around driving test centres delays in the region showed:

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The government is ending the sale of petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2030. This means that we have around seven years to prepare for some significant changes in the way we drive.

In fact, we’re already seeing people make the move to electric vehicles (EVs). According to the RAC , around 456,000 battery-operated EVs are on UK roads, and around 77,000 of these were registered in 2022.

As we begin to refocus how we get around, it’s worth considering the pros and cons of electric vehicles. While this new driving technology will be a major part of our future, we’ll need to...

For those that live in cities, a city car is ideal and there are many great options to choose from. You always need to make sure that you have the right car for the kind of lifestyle that you live and in a city, you want something on the small size as opposed to a large SUV. So, what are a few of the best options to consider in 2022?

What is a City Car?

First, it is helpful to look at what a city car is and why they are good for those living in these areas. City cars are small, lightweight, agile and affordable. They are ideal for city usage because you can easily...