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.
Are Speed Limiters Mandatory on New Cars in the UK?
Speed assistance has not been a legal requirement on new cars in Great Britain, but the government has confirmed it will be. Here is what that means.
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How Are Double Cab Pickups Taxed as Company Vehicles?
Since 6 April 2025 most double cab pickups are treated as cars, not vans, for company vehicle tax. Here is what changed and who the old rules still cover.
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The 2030 Petrol and Diesel Ban: What It Means for Drivers
From 2030 no new petrol or diesel cars will be sold in the UK. You can still drive, buy and sell used ones. Here is what changes and what does not.
Read postHow to Check If a Car Is Taxed and When the Tax Runs Out
You can check any car's tax status free on GOV.UK using its registration number. Here is how to check, what the result means and what to do next.
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Do Electric Cars Pay Road Tax? Current Rules Explained
Electric cars have paid vehicle tax since April 2025. Here are the current rates, the expensive car supplement and the planned pay-per-mile charge.
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Outstanding Finance on a Used Car: What to Check Before You Buy
A used car can still have finance owed on it. Here is how to check for outstanding finance, what proof to ask for and what to do before you pay.
Read postLeasing or Buying a Car: Which Is Right for You?
How leasing compares with buying a car outright or on finance: what you pay, what you own at the end, and who each option tends to suit.
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Can You Get Car Finance If You Are Self-Employed?
How lenders assess self-employed applicants for car finance, the income evidence they may ask for, and how to prepare before you apply.
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Can You Get Car Finance With No Deposit?
Whether car finance without a deposit is possible, what it does to the cost of the agreement, and when a deposit or part exchange helps.
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Does Checking Car Finance Eligibility Affect Your Credit Score?
How soft and hard credit searches differ, when a car finance check shows on your file, and how to look at your options without harming your score.
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