Automotive
Buying, checking and maintaining a car, from used-car inspections to electric vehicles and long-drive preparation.
Start here: Check a used car
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Tyre Care: Pressure, Tread and Age Checks That Keep You Safe
A monthly ten-minute tyre routine based on NHTSA guidance: how to check pressure correctly, read tread depth, find a tyre’s age and handle a blowout.
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Simple Checks to Do Before a Long Drive
A half-hour routine for the evening before a 400-mile drive, covering the car, what to carry and the driver, with the rules and sources from the…
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What to Know Before Buying an Electric Car
A practical guide for a driver without a driveway, covering charging at home, winter range, running costs, grants and tax credits, and the battery warranty, with…
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How to Check a Used Car Before You Buy
A seven-step order of checks for a first-time buyer with a modest budget, from paperwork and official records to the test drive and an independent inspection,…
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