Tag: cars
Items you shouldn't leave in car during heatwave – from sunglasses to bottled water
The UK has already experienced several heatwaves and warm spells this summer, and before the next one hits in the coming days, car owners are being urged to check the items they have stored in their vehicles
Spectacular 516-mile road trip named UK’s most scenic but there’s a catch
This incredible route includes adrenaline-raising winding roads, quiet fishing villages, vast sandy beaches, heather-carpeted hills and historic ruins - but also one major drawback
Huge boost for EVs as three major brands slash £1,500 off selected cars
These offers are expected to make EVs more attractive to a broader range of buyers, supporting the shift towards cleaner and greener motoring on UK roads
Drivers warned to never ignore 'sweet smell' as it could cost you £1,000 in repairs
A seemingly pleasant smell that seems to be coming from the air freshener - or even the car itself - could be a warning sign that something is wrong with a car
Driveway rule change will allow millions to benefit from technology
The new rule is likely to have an impact on anyone moving house as new technology will allow them to now be able to search for available properties that come with electric vehicle chargers
Certain old cars will be 'extinct' from UK roads in just a few years
A number of cars which were once commonly spotted on our roads will be extinct within a few years, according to a new survey
UK's most stolen car in 2025 is named but it's not the vehicle you'd expect
Following the Mirror's Freedom of Information request to the DVLA, the UK's most stolen car in 2025 has been named and shame - but there's more to the story than you'd think
One in three parents have had a near miss in the car because of their kids
A poll of 500 parents found the top distractions from passengers included bickering siblings, incessant screaming, and endless questions
Drivers with these number plates on their vehicles could be owed £950 payment
The Financial Conduct Authority is expected to pay out billions of pounds in compensation over a mis-selling scandal in car finance deals - but it's not just those who took out finance going forward that could be affected
Drivers selling their car must beat deadline or 'could miss out on thousands'
Anyone looking to sell their car has been given a deadline by which they need to do so in order to avoid 'considerable' losses on the vehicle.
Mechanic always tells customers buy this used car type over SUV
Nearly two decades on, the SUV market is still showing no signs of slowing down, but one car mechanic has suggested that drivers should opt for estate cars instead
5 essential checks you 'need to do' when buying a used car
A former car salesman has shared five things to check when buying a used car and what to look out for.
UK drivers could face £200 fines for come action under little-known Highway Code rule
As traffic enforcement becomes stricter and roads more heavily monitored, motorists are being cautioned against making this potentially costly mistake that many drivers believe is just good manners
Brits warned over spare tyre mistake that could trigger police stop
Typically space saver tyres have a speed limit of 50 mph and provide less grip than regular tyres because they are narrower and have reduced tread, affecting the vehicle's handling
Everyone with a car 'should take this test every 2 years' but no-one knows it
The Government has pointed to NHS guidance recommending adults have their eyes tested every two years - but most people are unlikely to go for eye tests this often
