Which? tests reveal the most polluting cars and the most economical
We've discovered diesel cars that produce fewer harmful NOx emissions than the average petrol car. Plus two petrol-hybrids that are as fuel efficient as a diesel car on the motorway.
Ford Focus and Volvo XC40 get top rating in Euro NCAP safety tests
The new Ford Focus, Volvo XC40 and BMW X4 have been awarded the maximum five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP – but there is room to improve. The Ford Focus...
Revealed: the best car breakdown cover providers for 2018
When it comes to breakdown cover, don’t pay over the odds and don’t put up with hefty renewals. Most importantly, don’t get stranded for hours on end. You hear a...
Did BMW lie about fatal fault?
UK vehicle safety body the DVSA has said that BMW did not initially tell it about a serious electrical fault – and then gave incorrect information. The fault was in...
BMW inquest – BMW knew about fatal fault
A fault affecting over 36,000 BMW cars is being investigated, which led to a man losing his life. The models in question are subject to a recall. Find out whether your car is affected and what you can do to fix it.
Car tax changes from April 2018 – how much will you pay?
As of 1 April 2018, a new car tax rule comes into effect. We explain how it works and who is affected, and look at how much owners of the...
Fiat Punto is the first car to get zero stars from Euro NCAP safety tests
A lack of now-basic safety features and poor collision protection means that the Fiat Punto (2006-) is the first car to ever receive zero stars from safety organisation Euro NCAP....
Autumn Budget 2017: diesel car tax rise and electric car investment
In the Autumn Budget 2017, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced a rise in car tax for diesel owners, and investment in electric car infrastructure.
T-charge now in force: £21.50 to drive in London
Drivers of older petrol and diesel cars will now be charged £21.50 to drive into the centre of London. The T-charge (also known as the Toxicity charge or Emissions Surcharge)...
Revealed: the real cost of adding options to your car
According to our research, it costs an average of £3,300 to add the most popular options to the most-sold cars in the UK. In a recent survey, we found the...