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Learning to driveNo one expects you to have the knowledge of a mechanic to pass your test but you do need to know how to take care of your car on a day-to-day basis. Sadly, your dad probably won’t still be happy to come and pick you up when you’re 30....
When it comes to passing your theory test, you're in complete control. Unlike in your practical driving test (where anything can happen), you know exactly what's coming and all you have to do is practise enough. You even get to sit down...
Buying and selling a carIf you've never done it before, the work involved in buying a car can seem extraordinarily confusing. I know, because I've done it - and my brain isn't great at life admin. So, to help you on your way, here's a step-by-step list of...
Running a car that's 10+ years old has many benefits. It's not very nickable; you're less likely to mind when someone dings your paintwork in the gym car park (always own up guys, don't be that person); and you can take it to practically...
Car insurancePart of being human is not wanting to be restricted or tied down to things, whether it's a gym membership that doesn't give you full access, a phone contract you can't cancel or a course you've lost interested in but are obliged to finish....
Insurance can be a complicated pond of fish. And if you don't fully understand what you're doing or agreeing too, there can be annoying (and sometimes expensive) consequences. We've worked with ingenie's customer team for a while now, and...
Rules and regulationsThe hard shoulder: A narrow emergency lane along the left of a motorway, separated by a solid white line. Most deaths on the hard shoulder happen within 30 minutes of the driver pulling over. Using this part of the motorway should...
In the UK, cars MUST have a tread depth of at least 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread and around the entire circumference of the tyre. It’s the law. You should check your tyre tread and pressures at least once a...
Driving tips and other life stuffDriving at night can feel very different from driving in the daytime, especially when you are a new driver. In low light you can’t see colours or judge distances as well as in daylight, and your peripheral vision is also reduced. So with...
Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls...gather round, you're in for a real treat. Or perhaps a trick? Our beloved Charlotte who works in our customer service team has literally been to HELL and back (several times) when it comes to cars,...
Running a carDust, mud, tree gunk, bird poop - windscreen washer is there for you, whatever the mess. Being able to see is sort of important for moving forward without crashing, so here's how to make sure you're good to go. Here's the...
Trying to make a tank of petrol last until payday is a situation many of us face. You think of desperate, ridiculous ideas to spin it out - taking the car out of gear to go down hills, pouring olive oil in your fuel tank - but I'm afraid...
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