Car care

A fifth of British drivers are scared to wash an electric car

New research reveals a widespread misunderstanding still exists about washing an EV – and the risk of receiving an electric shock.

A third of Brits judge others on the cleanliness of their car

New research finds that owners of premium German cars were the most judgemental about others driving dirty vehicles.

Buying a new car battery: what you need to know

Our easy-to-follow guide to car batteries looks at the causes of a flat battery, how to look after them and the options for replacing one.

Covid and flu virus: how to sanitise your car

Keeping your car sanitised helps prevent the spread of viruses such as Covid and flu. We explain where and how to clean your car.

How to make your car more reliable and last longer

Save money by making your car live for longer – including advice on basic maintenance, cleaning, rust-proofing and looking after the battery.

How to deep-clean the inside of your car

Our cleaning guide will see your car's cabin looking like new again – including tips on removing stains such as chewing gum and chocolate.

Lockdown car care: a series of easy-to-follow videos

Kia has created four videos with advice on caring for your car during the lockdown. They include tips for looking after brakes, tyres and the battery.

Motorists warned to check their car battery to avoid a ‘New Year non-start’

RAC predicts Monday 6 January could be its busiest day of the year as thousands of cars fail to start after being unused over Christmas