Car buying and selling guides

• The used car checklist: 25 things to check before you buy – What to look at, listen for and ask about when you view a used car, so nothing catches you out.
• ULEZ and clean air zones explained – Which cars meet the standards, how to check a car, and why it matters even if you don't live in a city.
• Car finance explained: HP, PCP and personal loans – The main ways to spread the cost of a car, what they really cost, and questions to ask before you sign.
• How to spot and avoid car buying scams – The warning signs of a fake listing, and the safe ways to view a car and pay for it.
• Buying a used electric car: what to know – Battery health, charging, real-world range and running costs: everything to check on a used EV.
• How to sell your car quickly and for the best price – Pricing, photos, descriptions and paperwork: a step-by-step guide to selling privately.
• Paperwork when you buy a car: what you need and what to do – Logbook, tax, insurance and your rights, all explained in plain English.
• Test drive tips: how to get the most from 20 minutes – Plan your route, know what to listen for, and make sure the car really fits your life.
• Insurance write-offs explained: Cat S, Cat N and older categories – What the write-off categories mean, the pros and cons of buying one, and the questions to ask.