For many people, owning a car is a necessity rather than a luxury. Whether it is for work purposes, health reasons or geography, being able to drive is often imperative. But, few of us have the cash on hand to buy a car outright, and there are some of us who will find that even car finance is a struggle to get.
If you are a car owner, you are well aware of the cost of fuel, road tax, servicing and insurance. But what you may be less aware of is something that could actually be your biggest running cost, the big ‘D’ – depreciation.
Like it or lump it, we all have to pay car tax (or VED as its officially known). But what exactly is it, why do we pay it and how do you stay legal? Here’s everything you need to know…
The Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA) is the government agency that all car owners need to know about. This is a quick guide to what it is, what it does. (We’ve tried to keep it to-the-point, but unfortunately, it is a bureaucracy, so there will be document numbers mentioned).
If you’re not particularly flush and your savings won’t quite stretch to buy a car outright, there are lots of car finance options out there to help you get that new set of wheels.
Getting the go ahead from your boss for a company car is exciting. However, the potential tax implications are rather less so, as choosing the wrong vehicle can prove very costly.
Second only to buying a house, a car purchase could be the largest purchase you ever make, so picking the right one is critical not only to your bank balance but your lifestyle. It’s going to require quite a bit of research so we’ve gathered everything in one place that you need to think about to help you make the right choice.
Buying a second-hand car is not without risks. Estimates vary, but around a half of used cars are believed to have a hidden issue, so it’s worth taking as many precautions as possible.
Your mum may have told you looks aren’t everything, but when it comes to cars, who doesn’t want to be seen in something that catches the eye? So, what are the cars out there that are going to make you look like a superstar?
One day in the not too distant future, we’ll all be driving around happily in our electric cars. But until then, today’s purchase requires a big decision – petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric. To help you make this decision, we help you understand the best options in each category.