Contributor: Nathan Dale
Nathan Dale has worked in automotive for over 10 years, and has been the Content Lead for Evans Halshaw since 2017. He specialises in new and used cars but also covers commercial vehicle and Motability trends.
Articles by Nathan Dale
Best Motability Cars with Nil Deposit in 2022
There's a great amount of choice on the Motability scheme, even if you're looking for a car with Nil Advance Payment. Check them out.
Best 7-Seater Motability Cars in 2022
There's lots of great Motability cars with seven seats, some of which are available with nil advance payment. Check them out here.
Best 4x4 Cars on the Motability Scheme 2022
A list of the best 4x4 Motability cars you can order through the UK's leading scheme for disabled drivers.
Best Automatic Motability Cars 2022
Explore our list of available Motability cars that come with an automatic gearbox from the likes of Ford, Vauxhall, and Renault.
Best Electric Cars Available on Motability 2022
With more and more electric vehicles being released by big car manufacturers, we highlight the best available on the Motability Scheme.
Best Hybrid Motability Cars 2022
Take a look at the best full hybrid, mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles available on the Motability Scheme for disabled drivers.
Top 10: Most Economical Used Diesel Cars
Diesel sales may be declining, but they still make a lot of sense for those who do big miles every year. Here are the most economical.
Top 10: Most Economical Petrol Used Cars
Not all of us want a hybrid or electric car just yet, so that's why we've taken a look at the most economical petrol cars available.
Driving in Italy: Helpful Tips and Advice
Thinking of driving around Italy and its famously beautiful scenery? Make sure you read our helpful hints and advice first.
Best Used Pickup Trucks 2022
Pickup trucks are soaring in popularity in the UK, leaving plenty of fantastic pre-owned examples to choose from on the used market.
13 Ways to Improve Fuel Economy and Save Money
Helpful money-saving tips that help you get more miles per gallon from your petrol or diesel car or van.
Best Small Automatic Used Cars
It's not easy to know which small cars are available as automatics. This guide picks out the best used small autos to look out for.
Top 5: Best Small Vans
We've chosen the five best small vans to buy from Ford, Vauxhall, Citroën, Nissan and Peugeot and compared their features and performance.
Best Used Cars with Heated Seats
Cars with heated seats make winter journeys a lot more enjoyable than they otherwise would be. Here's a list of used cars that have them.
Best Vans with 5 Seats
5-seater vans come in different shapes and sizes depending on your requirements. Here's a list of the best ones you can buy.
Best Used 7-Seater Hybrid Cars
A breakdown of the best used 7-Seat hybrid cars you can currently buy in the UK, from popular car makers such as Toyota, Hyundai and BMW.
Best Used Self-Charging Hybrid Cars
10 of the best self-charging hybrid cars you can buy in the UK that never need plugging in from Toyota, Lexus, Hyundai, Ford and others.
Guide: How to Buy a Used Van
A handy guide full of helpful hints and tips for buying a used van; especially useful if you're buying your first commercial vehicle.
Best Used 8-Seater Cars
A comprehensive list of the best 8-seater cars and other types of 8-seat vehicles that you can currently buy in the UK.
What is WLTP and what does it mean? WLTP Explained
The Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) is the testing process for measuring vehicle fuel consumption and emissions.
Company Car Tax Rules 2021/2022
The latest guidance around benefit-in-kind company car tax in the UK, including information for hybrid and electric car buyers.
Everything You Need to Know About Electric Car Batteries
Answering common questions around electric car batteries. We've done the research so you don't have to.
The Best Motability Cars Available Right Now
A round-up of all the best Motability cars including automatics, SUVs, 7-seaters and cars which come with nil Advance Payment.
Safest Used Cars Under £10,000
Safety is an important consideration when buying a used car. We've compiled a list of five-star rated cars you can buy for under £10k.
Best Used Cars with 2,000kg Towing Capacity
Browse the best used cars we could find with a 2,000kg towing capacity, or higher. Our list includes SUVs, estates and even an MPV.
Top 20: Best Used Family Cars
Family cars come in various different forms - MPV, SUV, hatchback, estate and saloon. Here's a rundown of the best in each class.
The Difference Between Full Hybrid, Mild Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Cars
Discover the differences between the three main types of hybrid cars and make an informed decision about which one is best for you.
Top 10: Best Cars for People with Arthritis
A list of cars that make the lives of people with arthritis easier thanks to clever design and modern driver comfort technology.
Do Hybrid Cars with Manual Transmissions Exist?
There are some hybrid cars with manual transmissions that you can buy in the UK, learn more about which ones in this article.
The Safest New and Used Cars You Can Buy
Find out what are the safest cars you can buy, including family cars, SUVs and small cars and learn about what makes them so safe.
Guide: How to Keep Your Children Safe in the Car
Some top tips and helpful advice around things you can do to keep your kids safe and comfortable during car journeys long or short.
Smartphone Driving Distractions: Visualised
It's easy to not realise just how far you're travelling while you "quickly" check a text. These visualisations highlight the danger.
Car Air Conditioning Service: All You Need to Know
Discover the benefits of how your car air conditioning can save you money, how to check its working and when it should be serviced.
Evolution of the Ford Transit Van
The Ford Transit has been one of the most successful vans sold in Europe since its arrival in the 1960s. Take a look at its journey.
Automotive Legacy: History of the Peugeot GTI
Look back through history at a timeline of Peugeot GTI models, including the classic 205 and 309 as well as the modern 208 and 308 GTI.
Top 10: Used Cars With Sliding Doors
Cars with sliding side doors make it super easy to get in and out of the back seats. Here's a list of the best ones you can buy in the UK.
Guide: How to Check and Top Up Your Car's Engine Oil Level
When it comes to routine maintenance, checking your oil is quite inexpensive, only costing you in a few minutes in time, a couple of old rags and of course the oil if required. However, it is commonly overlooked.
The History of Renault
Take a look back through the history of Renault, one of the world's most famous car and commercial vehicle manufacturers.
Vauxhall Corsa Model History
Learn more about the various models that have appeared throughout the history of the humble, yet brilliant, Vauxhall Corsa.
Best Used Cars Under £300 Per Month
PCP and HP have meant buying a used car is much more affordable. Discover some surprising cars available for less than £300 a month.
Best Car-Based Vans
There are lots of reasons to purchase a car-based van. Here are the best new and used ones you can buy today.
Top 8: Best Used Cars Under £100 Per Month
You can get some very stylish, modern and practical used cars for less than a monthly finance budget of just £100.
Best Used Cars Under £200 Per Month
You can bag yourself a fantastic used car for under a budget of £200 per month from top car makers such as BMW, Audi, Ford and VW.
Top 10: Best Used City Cars
City cars are perfect for the urban jungle because of their compact size and excellent efficiency. Here's the best used ones.
Top 10: Most Comfortable Used Cars
Some people want sports cars, and some people want premium SUVs. But what about the best comfortable cars? We have you covered.
Best Used Hot Hatchbacks Under £20,000
Practical, good-looking, fun, cool; what's not to like about the hot hatchback? Discover our top 10 examples for under £20,000 here.
Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Tips
Catalytic converter theft is rising once again in the UK. Here's some advice about what you can do to prevent your car being targeted.
The Definitive Driving Home for Christmas Playlist
We've analysed every single "driving home for Christmas" playlist on Spotify to reveal the most popular festive driving tunes.
Five Ways to Decorate Your Car for Christmas
Spread some festive cheer on your journeys with our pick of the best interior and exterior Christmas decorations for your car.
Best Used MPVs
SUVs may be all the rage these days, but MPVs remain practical and often cheaper options. Check out the best people carriers here.
Citroën C1 Racing A Drivers Review
The Citroen C1 endurance racing series is rapidly gaining a cult following. We chatted to one of the drivers to find out more about it.