car maintenance

Undercover investigation reveals rip-off garages for car repairs

A mystery shopping exercise has found UK drivers could be charged up to five times the cost for a simple replacement part.

Millions of drivers are illegally skipping MOTs

One-in-six cars in the UK are only booked in for an MOT after their current test certificate has expired, research from Kwik Fit reveals.

These are the UK regions with the most vehicle fires

New research reveals which Fire and Rescue Services are attending the most vehicle-related fires across Britain, with London topping the list.

These were the most expensive car parts sold on eBay in 2025

Car enthusiasts continued to spend big on eBay during 2025, from complete V12 engines to carbon-ceramic brake kits.

Winter car breakdowns could cost drivers nearly £2,500

New analysis of diagnostic data reveals the three most common winter car failures – and how much they could cost drivers to fix.

Just 6% of UK drivers attempt to fix their own car

New research finds that women and older drivers are most likely to request help with repairing their cars.

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.

A £772 repair bill would make most drivers replace their current car

A survey has uncovered the top three factors that would lead UK drivers to replace their car, including a repair bill of less than £800.

Millennials more likely to repair their cars than any other generation

New research finds that a significant proportion of millennials are prepared to get their hands dirty with car repairs.

MOT test every two years branded ‘irresponsible’ by experts

Fleet managers and motor industry experts have strongly rejected the government's idea of doubling the MOT test interval to every two years.