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Motoring can be complicated at times, leaving many searching for guidance and answers to various topics and commonly asked questions. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or maintain your car, or just fancy an interesting read, our team of expert contributors have researched and written an array of articles to help out.
Our topics include:
Buying Guides
Thinking about buying a car or van but not sure where to start? From explaining the different types of finance available, to highlighting the best vehicles within each segment, our buying guide blog section covers a variety of topics related to the purchase of a vehicle.
Latest Buying Guides
Top 10: Best Cars for Less Than £50,000 in 2024
Discover our top 10 picks for cars around £50,000 including a range of luxury cars, SUVs, sporty models, and electric vehicles.
Best Small Electric Cars 2024
Are you considering going electric with your next motor? We highlight the best small electric cars on the market.
Top 12: Best Small Convertible Cars For Each Occasion
The UK is the leading country in sales of convertible cars. This article explores the best small convertible cars in each category, including sports and luxury.
Should I Buy a New or Used Car?
Torn between a new and used car? We explore the pros and cons of buying brand-new, nearly-new, and pre-owned cars to help you navigate your decision.
Owner's Guides
Owning a car or van comes with a range of responsibilities that can often be confusing. MOTs to road tax and everything in between, our Owner's Guides section helps you understand a variety of aspects of vehicle ownership.
Latest Owner's Guides
Guide to Parking Tickets: How to Pay or Appeal PCN and FNP
This guide will explore parking legislation, including how to proceed in case you get a penalty charge notice and how to appeal it.
What is Black Box Car Insurance?
Unsure about black box car insurance? Learn how it works, the pros and cons for safe drivers, and discover whether it's the right option for you.
Guide: How to Check Your Car's Power Steering Fluid Level
This guide will walk you through the steps to checking your vehicle's power steering fluid and explain how to top it up if needed.
Step by Step Guide: How to Safely Change a Car Wheel
This guide walks you through the steps to removing your car wheel and tyre safely and provides the list of tools you’ll need.
Selling Guides
So, the time has come to exchange your vehicle for something newer. Or maybe you just want to sell it for good? Our selling guide section covers all things related to selling your vehicle to help you understand what options you have when parting ways with your motor.
Latest Selling Guides
Car Depreciation Explained: What It Is and How to Slow It Down
This article will walk you through the concept of car depreciation and the main factors that may affect your vehicle's resale value in the future.
How to Sell Your Car: A Guide to Selling Privately and to a Dealership
This step-by-step guide will explore the difference between selling a car privately and to a dealership to help you make an informed decision.
What is Part Exchange for Cars, and How Does it Work?
Our comprehensive guide gives insights into part exchange, its advantages and disadvantages, and how part exchanging a used car or van works.
What Documents Do I Need to Sell My Car in the UK?
If you're about selling your car, there are a number of documents you should have before closing the sale. This article will list and explain what documents you need and why.
Driving Guides
Whether you're new to driving or vastly experienced, there are plenty of challenges that you need to overcome while out on the road. Our Driving Guide section is home to a range of articles to help you when behind the wheel.
Latest Driving Guides
Eyesight Requirements for Driving: What You Need to Know
This guide will explore the eyesight requirements for driving in the UK and explain how the eye test works and how well your vision needs to be.
How to Overtake | A Guide to Overtaking Safely on the Road
Learn how to safely and legally overtake slower moving traffic to ensure the safety of yourself and other road users when carrying out this manoeuvre.
A Comprehensive Guide to Claiming on Car Insurance
Claiming on insurance entails following the correct process and gathering evidence of the damages. This article explains how to claim on earch different type of insurance policy.
Red Routes Explained
Learn the rules and benefits of red routes in the UK, including red route clearways, and parking on single and double red lines.
Hybrid and Electric Guides
Hybrid and electric cars have had a huge increase in popularity in recent years, and naturally, this rising interest comes with a variety of questions. Our Hybrid and Electric section answers these questions, provides help with charging and owning an electric car, and highlights some of the best currently available.
Latest Hybrid and Electric Guides
Best Small Electric Cars 2024
Are you considering going electric with your next motor? We highlight the best small electric cars on the market.
Best Hybrid Motability Cars 2024
Take a look at the best full hybrid, mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles available on the Motability Scheme for disabled drivers.
Best Electric SUVs to Buy In 2024
Electric SUVs are some of the best-selling vehicles in the UK. This article explores a selection of electric SUVs that offer a great cost and benefit.
Used Electric Cars: Is It Worth Buying One?
There are a few things to keep in mind when buying an used EV. This guide will walk you through the top tips and advice for a regret free purchase.
Insight
At Evans Halshaw, we understand that there's more to motoring than simply buying, selling and maintaining your vehicle. In our Insight section, we study a wide variety of motor-related topics and uncover interesting points to discuss with your friends.
Latest Insights
What is a Head-Up Display (HUD)?
Curious about how drivers keep their eyes on the road while checking vital information? Head-up displays project speed, navigation and more right on the windscreen.
What is a Car Service Plan and Are They Worth It?
In this in-depth guide, we outline what a car service plan is, how one could benefit you, and if they're worth the money.
What is a Car Infotainment System, and How Does it Work?
We take an in-depth look at in-car infotainment systems, how they work, and explore some of the best infotainment systems on the market.
What is the 2035 Petrol and Diesel Car Ban?
We have a look at the frequently asked questions surrounding the sale of new internal combustion engine cars from 2035.
History
Since their introduction many moons ago, cars and vans have become a pivotal means of travel for many around the world. In our History section, we take a look at the heritage of some of the world's most iconic brands and their models.
Latest History Articles
What is the BTCC? A History of British Touring Cars
We take a look at the history of the British Touring Car Championship, highlighting some of the key moments in its history.
Ford Sierra RS Cosworth | The Most Iconic Fast Ford?
We take a look at back on one of the most notorious fast Ford models to ever exist, the iconic Sierra RS Cosworth.
History of the Vauxhall Lotus Carlton
The history of one of the most notorious super saloons to exist; the Vauxhall Lotus Carlton.
Nissan Cars from the '90s | Five of the Best
Nissan catered to very different markets during the 1990s, as you can discover here.
Spotlight
Latest Spotlight Articles
Hyundai i20 N | The Perfect Pocket Rocket?
In this Spotlight article, we take a look at the Hyundai i20 N, is it the perfect little pocket rocket?
Citroën DS3 Racing | An Overlooked Hot Hatch Bargain?
Another interesting car from Citroën's past. The DS3 Racing had quite the recipe and gave a nod to the brand's rally dominance.
Lifestyle
Latest Lifestyle Articles
How to Keep a Dog Cool in the Car when Travelling
Learn how to keep your dog cool when travelling in the car.
Tips on How to Travel With Your Dog This Summer
Here are some tips for travelling with your dog in the summer
Guide to Travelling in the Car with Your Dog
Learn how to safely travel with a dog in the car with this helpful guide.
How to Get Your Dog Used to Your Car
Here are some tips for getting your dog used to your car.
Finance
Latest Finance Articles
Best Car Leasing Deals: June 2024
Personal leasing is a great way to acquire a brand-new car. In this article, we highlight the best lease deals including hybrid and electric cars.
What is Car Finance and How Does it Work?
Unsure how car finance works? We explore the options available to help you decide which is the right fit for you.
Best Van Lease Deals: March 2024
Taking a look at some of the best van leasing deals currently available from the UK's most popular van manufacturers.
Hire Purchase (HP) VS Personal Contract Purchase (PCP)
This guide explores the main differences between the popular car finance Hire Purchase (HP) and Personal Contract Purchase (PCP)
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