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Standing water caused by wet and rainy weather can create hazardous road conditions, increasing the risk of aquaplaning from occurring.  According to insights from the Met Office,...

As the nights draw in and the weather turns colder, extreme weather conditions can make driving much more challenging. We’ve compiled some tips and guidance for driving on snow a...

Driving at night can affect the senses and skills you use during the day to drive, leading to an increase in the likelihood of an accident. Learn how to safely drive at night with ...

Unfortunately, car scams and motor fraud are genuine problems facing car buyers and sellers. Whilst such issues are considered relatively rare, overall consumers still lose roughly...

Rapid improvements in technology and a shift in consumer preferences have meant that it has never been easier to buy a car online. While buying a car online offers a convenient way...

Are you buying or selling a used car? Then you need to know how to legally change car ownership. And we'll tell you how to do it easily.

Because it’s a life skill we all need to know…

It’s something that thousands of us do every year – packing a car. Be it for a weekend away, a mad dash to the airport or a summer holiday break, making sure that you’ve ...

It's inevitable that your car will pick up scratches and chips over the years. Our guide explains how to repair scratches on cars.

If you're considering buying a car online, there are some important things to check before making the purchase.

A vehicle history check provides a detailed look into a car's past, providing lots of useful information you need to know before you buy.

A vehicle inspection is essential when buying a used car. Whether you’re mechanically minded to perform it yourself, or if you opt for a pre-purchase car inspection, the end goal...

Doing a stolen car check is an important thing to do when buying a used car to make sure the vehicle you’re purchasing is legitimate. But fear not, we’re here to give you every...

We frequently get asked how to negotiate car prices, from how to haggle for a used car, to the best way to approach a dealership negotiation. And they’re great questions, because...

Get expert tips on test driving a car to help you decide if it’s the right one. Learn how to test drive a car effectively and make the most of your experience.

The electric car revolution appears to be upon us. More and more people are making the change and opting for an EV instead of conventional petrol or diesel cars and, as a result, m...

Welcome to our Q&A series How to Car - From those ‘In the Know’, a place where you can ask us absolutely anything, car related of course, and our ‘In the know’ panellists w...

Welcome to How to Car by Motors.co.uk, the new video series designed to help guide you through your next car purchase. We’ve teamed up with comedian, writer and presenter Ellie T...

Selling a car has become complicated in recent years, with more options than ever before to get the best return for your vehicle – but what is the best option for you? Traditiona...

Satellite navigation systems (sat navs) are a must have these days but many road users fail to use this travel companion in the correct or safe manner. In recent simulator studies ...

GEM Motoring Assist is urging drivers, riders, cyclists and pedestrians to take extra care on rural roads. This is because nearly six out of every 10 fatalities in the UK occur on ...

Imagine the situation. You’re rushing around the house in the morning to get the children ready for school and then get yourself to work, everyone hustles out the door and in...

What questions do you ask yourself before you buy a new tyre – or set of tyres – for your car? If you are just thinking about price alone (and let’s face it, mos...

You’ve been collecting all the stuff you need over the past few weeks – the pots, pans, plates, the bed linen, the towels, the cleaning stuff (yes, we know…) and ...

It may sound obvious but tyres are an extremely important part of your car and, as such, they need regular check-ups to ensure they are road legal, safe and fully pumped with air. ...