Car Advice, Guides & Reviews
Honest car advice from our Barnsley team: buying and selling guides, running costs, MOT and servicing tips, car finance explained and aftercare.
Buying a Used Renault: Which Model Suits You and What to Check
Which used Renault suits you, from Clio to Zoe, plus what to check on the car, running costs and test drive tips before you buy.
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Car Segments Explained: SUV, LCV, Hatchback and More
What hatchback, saloon, estate, SUV, crossover, MPV and LCV really mean, how the European size letters work, and how to pick the right type of car.
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Are Car Add-Ons Worth the Money? How to Decide
Paint protection, tyre and alloy cover, smart repair and warranties explained: who each suits, what to check in the terms, and when to say no.
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Buying a Used Car for Under £10,000: What to Check
What you can get for under £10,000, what to check on a cheaper used car, dealer versus private sale, and how finance and part exchange work.
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EV, Plug-in Hybrid or Petrol: Which Costs Less to Run?
How electric, plug-in hybrid and petrol cars compare on fuel, servicing, depreciation, emissions and company car tax, and which suits your driving.
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Ford's Racing History: From the GT40 to the Mustang GTD
A short history of Ford in motorsport, from Le Mans and Formula 1 to touring cars and rallying, and the Fast Ford road cars that came from it.
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Car Features Worth Having, and Ones You Can Skip
Which car features are worth paying for, which ones many drivers rarely use, which can be costly to repair, and how to check them on a used car.
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Hot Weather Driving: Keeping You and Your Car Safe
How to keep your car cool, what to check before a journey in hot weather, what not to leave in a parked car, and what to do if your engine overheats.
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How Used Cars Are Prepared for Sale, and What to Ask a Dealer
What should happen to a used car before it goes on sale, the documents to check, the questions to ask a dealer, and your rights if something goes wrong.
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When Should I Buy an Electric Car? How to Tell If It Suits You
How to tell if an electric car suits your driving, charging and budget, whether to buy new or used, and why waiting is not always the cheaper option.
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