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Best family hatchbacks to buy in 2024

These are our favourite family hatchbacks to buy in 2024, including the Kia Ceed, Skoda Octavia, Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Golf.

How to use voice commands with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Voice commands are convenient and can make driving safer. We explain how to use them in the car via your Apple or Android smartphone.

Best luxury cars to buy in 2024

These are the best luxury cars you can buy this year, including the Bentley Flying Spur, Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Rolls-Royce Phantom.

What does representative APR mean in car finance adverts?

What is the difference between representative APR and actual APR? It's important to understand this before you arrange finance on a new car.

Best luxury SUVs to buy in 2024

We round up the best luxury SUVs you can buy, including the Aston Martin DBX, Bentley Bentayga, Range Rover and Rolls-Royce Cullinan.

Parking rules explained: all the places you CANNOT park your car

From double yellow lines to someone else's driveway, we explain the places where it's illegal to park your car in Britain.

Best family SUVs to buy in 2024

SUVs are hugely popular family cars. We round up 10 of the best, including the Audi Q5, Kia Sportage and Peugeot 3008.

How to make a safe U-turn

A U-turn is a 180-degree turn in the road, so your car ends up facing in the opposite direction. Here is how to make the manoeuvre safely.

Do speed cameras still need painted markings on the road?

Speed cameras have watched over UK roads since 1992, when the very first Gatso was installed. But do they still require painted markings?

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What is ICEing and why does it annoy electric car owners?

ICEing is a relatively common – and infuriating – problem for owners of electric cars. We explain the term and how it could affect you.

How to find the cheapest petrol and diesel near you

As the government attempts to make fuel prices more transparent, here’s our guide to finding the cheapest petrol and diesel in your area.

How to check if you will be charged in a Clean Air Zone

The government's online checker tool can help drivers pay the charges for Clean Air Zones in city centres. We explain how it works.

Explained: how to check UK driving test availability

The long wait for driving tests means unofficial brokers are selling available slots for up to £400. We explain how the process should work.

Yellow box junctions: what are the rules and how can I avoid a fine?

Stopping in a yellow box junction could cost you up to £130. We explain the rules, so you can stay safe and avoid a fine.