Car advice

Latest articles

• 
  Parkers car prices live on iPhone
  Parkers car price application for Apple’s iPhone and iPod Touch is now live and available from the iTunes Store. The unique ‘Deal Checker’ application will allow you to check up-to-date prices on...
• 
  The best tar removers to remove the most stubborn contaminants
  Tar spots are probably the most stubborn of all the contaminants that can stick to your car, which is why a tar remover can make such a visual difference. These...
• 
  Is undertaking illegal in the UK?
  You’re cruising along at a steady pace when the traffic in the right lane suddenly slows down, leaving you wondering if undertaking is illegal. While some common driving advice suggests...
• 
  The best car battery trickle chargers you can buy in 2025
  Among all the car battery chargers, trickle chargers are likely the most useful for car owners. Designed to keep your battery from going flat when the car isn’t in use,...
• 
  How much to respray a car and is it worth the cost?
  I’ve always loved to see a freshly painted older car. There’s something about a deep, glossy finish that can completely transform a tired-looking motor and make it feel almost new...
• 
  Should you buy a write-off car? Everything you need to know
  If you’re looking to save money on your next car, you might be tempted by a Cat N or Cat S insurance write-off. These cars have been damaged in the...
• 
  How to change ownership of a car: a simple and easy guide
  Changing ownership of a car in the UK is a simple but important process. Whether you’re buying, selling, or giving a car to a family member, it’s vital to tell...
• 
  Amazon Spring Sale 2025: Last deals on tech, vacuum cleaners and automotive gadgets
  2025’s Amazon Spring Deal Days sale officially ended on Monday 31 March for another year, and will return in Spring 2026. However, it isn’t too late to take advantage of...
• 
  Dash cam fitting guide: how to hardwire one into your car
  A dash cam is only useful if it’s properly fitted — but dealing with messy cables and occupied USB ports can be a hassle. The solution? Hardwiring. This method of...
• 
  Parkers' advice for older drivers: staying sharp and keeping safe
  We all slow down as we get older. Reactions, eyesight and general mental acuity can become less sharp, we can become less physically able, health conditions can crop up, and...
• 
  Young drivers' survival guide: essential advice from Parkers' experts
  Passing your driving test is a big milestone in life but, in many ways, it’s just the first stage of learning how to drive. You’re probably aware that all you’ve...
• 
  How to be safe driving in snow: the advice you need from Parkers' experts
  We don’t get snow very often in the UK so, on the odd day we do, roads in the affected areas usually grind to a halt. That’s because too many...
• 
  How to get the most value when you sell a car: the simple ways to get more cash for your car
  If the time has come to sell your car, there are a couple of simple steps you can take to ensure you get the most money possible. After all, a...
• 
  What does Cat C and Cat D mean on cars?
  If you find yourself searching the used car classifieds, and come across the term Cat C and Cat D cars, you might wonder what it means. In short, these cars...
• 
  6 top tips for staying safe while driving in heavy rain
  The UK is a famously rainy place, but really heavy downpours are seemingly becoming a more regular occurrence. Get caught in one while you’re out on the road and it...
• 
  What to do - and not do - when driving near cyclists
  It’s often not entirely clear what the best course of action is when you need to pass a cyclist on the road. Especially when the road is narrow or busy,...
• 
  How to drive in fog: all the advice you need to stay safe
  Driving in fog has the potential to be one of the most dangerous things you do on the road. That’s because of the reduced visibility – in really thick fog...
• 
  13 top tips for passing the UK driving test from Parkers' experts
  Taking your UK driving test is a big life event. You can feel under a lot of pressure, or just generally nervous about it, especially if you don’t know what’s...
• 
  How to keep safe in a car breakdown: all the advice from Parkers' experts
  There’s never a good time to experience a car breakdown, least of all when you’re actually driving along. It’s nothing but hassle and disruption, and potentially quite a dangerous situation...
• 
  Car valuations: what are they and will getting one save you money?
  When you’re buying a car, you don’t want to overpay for it. And when you’re selling a car, you want to get a fair price. To help you get the...