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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
Owner's Guides
Selling Guides
Driving Guides
Hybrid and Electric Guides
Insight
History
Spotlight
Lifestyle
Finance

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

Red Vauxhall Corsa Exterior Front Static

First cars need to be safe, cheap to run and easy to drive. With this in mind, we take a look at ten of the best.

We list our picks of new and used vans which tend to have the cheapest insurance premiums.

Looking for a reliable EV that goes the distance? Discover 10 of the very best new and used long-range electric cars to buy in 2025.

BYD SEAL U-DMi driving in the countryside

Hybrid family cars offer all the practicality you'd expect from a family car, but with lower running costs. Find our top picks.

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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

Learn about the most appropriate footwear for driving, and what shoes you should avoid for a safe and efficient journey.

Light appeared on your Volkswagen's dashboard? Discover what it means and what to do next in this handy guide.

This blog article gives useful insight into the warning lights that may appear on your Toyota's dashboard.

Warning light appeared on the dashboard of your Skoda? Fear not, discover what it means, and what to do about it in this guide.

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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

Wondering whether you can change your car whilst in an existing finance agreement? Discover your option in this handy guide.

Man holding a car key on his left hand and signing a contract with his right hand

This guide explores the steps you need to take to transfer the ownership of a vehicle, whilst listing and explaining the documents you'll need.

A person wearing a brown jacket puts a sale sign on a vehicle's windshield

Selling a car without an MOT certificate is legal, but there are rules you must follow. This article will explore everything you need to know.

Man charging a Vauxhall Mokka in the street

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.

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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

From smart motorways to using lanes in the correct manner, here are our top tips and bits of advice for driving on the motorway.

Rear Shot of Hyundai IONIQ 6 Driving On Icy Road

Thinking of going electric? Here's everything you need to know about driving an electric car to help you feel more confident behind the wheel.

Confused as to which driver's licence you need to drive a van? This article explains the licence categories and explores the vans that are suitable for you.

Country Road with Tyre Marks Caused By Skid

Skidding is where your car loses control and goes into a slide. Learn what causes it and how to prevent it from occurring.

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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

Find out what the new EV grant looks like, including how it works, who's eligible, and which cars are available.

With more and more electric vehicles being released by big car manufacturers, we highlight the best available on the Motability Scheme.

We highlight 10 of the best new and used electric cars on the market that are cheap to buy and affordable to run.

With hybrid vehicles becoming a more common sight on UK roads, we select some of the best to help you find a car that suits your lifestyle.

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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

Render of a driverless car interior driving down a country road from the backseat perspective

Explore how self-driving cars work, their benefits, challenges, and what the future holds for autonomous vehicles.

The Real Driving Emissions (RDE) test was introduced to measure vehicle emissions, using real-world driving to gauge how clean new cars really are.

Learn all about cat's eyes, also known as reflective road studs, and how they improve nighttime driving safety.

Looking to improve your driving skills? Discover the top UK advanced driving courses, their benefits, and how they can make you a more confident driver.

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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

Everyone loves a bit of nostalgia from time to time, so we thought we'd take a look at some cool Ford cars that came along in the '80s.

As we say farewell to the Ford Fiesta, we take a look at the iconic car's history to understand why it's commonly referred to as the people's car.

Discover the history of practical family cars from Vauxhall, from the likes of firm favourites like the Cavalier and Carlton to the more modern Insignia.

Take a look through the Ford Mondeo's journey and why it became a favourite among motorists.

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Spotlight

In our Spotlight articles, we take a deep dive into iconic cars and explain their rise to success and what features make them stand out from the competition.

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Lifestyle

From games for your children to play while on a long road trip, to automotive gift ideas for petrolheads, our Lifestyle section is home to a wide range of interesting articles.

Latest Lifestyle Articles

Here are some tips for travelling with your cat in the car.

This guide goes through the main tips for driving safely in the fog. Learn what you should and shouldn't do when driving in this weather.

Discover the top 5 accessories for your Renault Trafic for a safer and more convenient journey.

We highlight five of the coolest police cars to ever grace UK roads, ranging from fast Fords through to unmarked cars.

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Finance

Are you in the market for a brand-new car or van with flexible finance options to spread the cost? Or would you simply like to know more about the various finance choices available? Our finance blog section is home to a range of helpful advice to help you understand vehicle financing.

Latest Finance Articles

Wondering whether you can change your car whilst in an existing finance agreement? Discover your option in this handy guide.

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.

Unsure how car finance works? We explore the options available to help you decide which is the right fit for you.

Taking a look at some of the best van leasing deals currently available from the UK's most popular van manufacturers.

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