Used Cars

UK is the worst-hit country in Europe for car clocking

Mileage tampering is said to cost British car buyers more than £1.2 billion every year, according to new research.

How to sell your car for the best price

Hoping to sell your car? Our tips will ensure you get the best price, including where to sell and how to take good photographs.

Auto Trader reveals the fastest – and slowest – selling used cars

Used examples of the Peugeot 208 are flying off forecourts, while second-hand sellers are struggling to shift the BMW M2.

Approved used schemes: what does each car company offer?

We examine 2023’s major approved used car schemes – including the warranties offered, plus extras such as breakdown and servicing cover.

Cost of living delays one in five car purchases

Research by eBay finds that 70 percent of UK car purchases in 2022 are affected by the rising cost of living.

Selekt Direct: Volvo launches online used car sales and delivery service

The new Selekt Direct website allows customers to search for, choose and pay for an approved used Volvo entirely online.

Vauxhall, Peugeot and Citroen used cars unite under Spoticar brand

Spoticar is the UK’s first multi-brand manufacturer approved-used car scheme, incorporating Stellantis brands Citroen, Peugeot and Vauxhall.

‘Lotus Approved’ scheme launched for used cars up to 20 years old

Lotus is the latest marque to launch a manufacturer-backed Approved Used scheme. Impressively, it covers cars up to 20 years of age.

The 4 most common used car faults revealed

The Which? Car Survey reveals the four faults you're most likely to find when buying a used car. If in doubt, buy a petrol hybrid vehicle.

Used car prices rise 4% in 2020

Growing demand for used cars saw average asking prices accelerate in 2020 – and they increased more than eight percent in December alone.