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.

Is It Worth Buying a Used Electric Car?

Is It Worth Buying a Used Electric Car?

Whether a used electric car makes sense for you, covering prices, battery life, running costs, charging and the checks to make before you buy.

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How UK Car Brand Popularity Has Changed Over 20 Years

From Ford and Vauxhall to Kia, Toyota, MG and BYD: how the UK car market has shifted over two decades and what it means for used car buyers.

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Which Cars Hold Their Value Best in the UK?

Which Cars Hold Their Value Best in the UK?

What makes a car hold its value, which models tend to depreciate slowly, and simple steps to protect your car's resale value when you come to sell.

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Nissan Qashqai vs Hyundai Tucson: Which Used SUV Suits You?

Nissan Qashqai vs Hyundai Tucson: Which Used SUV Suits You?

How the Nissan Qashqai and Hyundai Tucson compare as used family SUVs, covering space, hybrid options, running costs and what to check before buying.

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Best Used Family Cars for the School Run

Best Used Family Cars for the School Run

Used cars that make the school run easier, from the Qashqai to the Octavia Estate, plus what parents should check for space, safety and short trips.

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Five Reliable Used Cars for Barnsley Drivers

Five Reliable Used Cars for Barnsley Drivers

Five used cars that suit Barnsley roads, from small hatchbacks for town to family SUVs for longer commutes, plus what to check before you buy.

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Best Used Cars for Summer Drives in South Yorkshire

Best Used Cars for Summer Drives in South Yorkshire

Open-top and practical used cars that suit summer days out around South Yorkshire, plus the checks to make before a long trip.

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Car Accessories Worth Having: A Practical List

Car Accessories Worth Having: A Practical List

Ten car accessories that are genuinely useful for UK driving, from dash cams to emergency kits, plus the ones to avoid.

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Ten Car Features Worth Looking For in Your Next Car

The ten features that make a real difference day to day, from emergency braking to phone mirroring, and the extras that matter less.

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Five Used Electric Cars Worth a Look, and What to Check

A plain guide to five popular used electric cars, from the Nissan Leaf to the Mustang Mach-E, plus the checks to make before you buy.

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