Car tax bands: everything you need to know | Carbuyer
Nov 4, 2024 · Here are the key points to remember: All petrol and diesel cars registered from 1 April 2017 pay a flat annual VED rate of £190 (reduced to £180 for alternative fuel cars, £0 for …
Engine size explained: what size engine do you need?
Sep 27, 2024 · A car with a four-cylinder engine, each cylinder with a volume of 250cc (cubic centimetres), would equate to a 1,000cc engine – more commonly referred to as 1.0-litre.
Cat S and Cat N cars explained: guide to buying an insurance write …
May 15, 2024 · After the insurer decides to not repair the vehicle – i.e, write it off – the damage is categorised under the Cat A, B, S or N labels to signify the level of damage and whether the …
Ford EcoBoost engines: reliability, problems and should you buy …
Nov 5, 2024 · Ford EcoBoost is the name given to a series of petrol engines used across Ford’s lineup, from small superminis up to sports cars and big SUVs.EcoBoost engines make use of …
What is a DSG gearbox? Problems, cost and cars with a DSG
Aug 19, 2024 · Manual or automatic gearbox – which is best? DSG stands for ‘direct-shift gearbox’ and it’s a type of dual-clutch automatic gearbox. The ‘DSG’ name is specific to the …
The safest cars to buy in 2024 - Carbuyer
Jan 2, 2024 · The Funky Cat truly lives up to its name, with a cutesy exterior and striking cabin. While Chinese cars have a reputation for being cheap-feeling and utilitarian, the GWM ORA …
What is a V5C? Your car’s log book explained - Carbuyer
Apr 18, 2024 · Any major modifications – including to the colour, engine, engine cylinder capacity, fuel type, chassis or body shell (replaced or modified), seating capacity or the weight of a van …
Top 10 best Motability cars 2024 - Carbuyer
Jan 12, 2024 · Top 10 cars with the biggest boots. The Motability scheme has been in place for over 40 years and with approximately three million vehicles supplied. The range of cars that …
Best used SUVs to buy in 2024 - Carbuyer
Jul 5, 2024 · Top 10 best electric SUVs – the ones to buy in 2024. SUVs come in all shapes and sizes these days, from supermini-based urban runarounds to capable all-terrain 4x4s.There …
The smallest cars to buy in 2024 - Carbuyer
Jul 17, 2024 · Top 10 best city cars 2024. Despite their diminutive size, most of today’s city cars feature all the creature comforts you’d find in a larger car and many feel just as stable and …