Motor & Private Car

12 mins
Keyless car theft

Keyless car theft | What do you need to know?

What is keyless car theft? Read our guide to protect your vehicle.

8 mins
Does van insurance cover tools?

Does van insurance cover tools?

Tool theft from vehicles is on the rise. We look at whether van insurance covers the costs of stolen tools and what you can do to minimise the risk of theft.

11 mins
different types of vans

What type of van insurance do I need?

Not having the right van insurance can lead to an unlimited fine and up to eight penalty points. Here’s how to decide what policy’s right for you.

12 mins
lots of cars lines up in a row for sale

Cars suitable for learner drivers

We look at the top five cars suitable for learner drivers that will also help you keep costs down.

9 mins
the view of a traffic sign for a learner driver

Rules for learner drivers: a complete guide

Before you venture out without your driving instructor, it’s vital to know what you can and can’t do while you’re still learning; here’s what you should know.

5 mins
A passenger in the back of a car while someone is learning to drive, wondering whether the driver needs specific learner driver insurance.

Can a learner driver have passengers?

To help you stay on the right side of the law, we look at what the rules for learner drivers are when it comes to carrying passengers.

10 mins
a provisional licence document

Can you buy a car with a provisional licence?

We look at whether or not you can buy a car with a provisional driving licence and what the rules are around car ownership and learner driver insurance.

7 mins
a learner driver driving on the motorway

Can learner drivers drive on the motorway?

We look at what the rules are for learner drivers on motorways, and what might happen if you accidentally break them.

10 mins
A supervised learner driver looking at a road sign that reads, “Please drive carefully.”

Supervising a learner driver: your responsibilities

Friends and family can supervise learner drivers, but you’ll need to follow some rules. To put your mind at rest, we look at what your responsibilities are so everyone’s clear about their obligations.

17 mins
Crit’Air stickers: a guide for car, motorhome, and campervan owners

Crit’Air stickers: a guide for car, motorhome, and campervan owners

If you’re planning to take a road trip to France – or you run a self-drive hire company – you need to make sure you get a Crit’Air sticker to drive in low-emission zones. We take a look at the increasingly complex rules on this topic.

14 mins
Personal accident car insurance cover

Guide to personal accident car insurance cover

Personal accident cover pays out compensation to you or your beneficiaries if you’re seriously injured or die in a car accident. It’s also known as personal injury insurance.

10 mins
Car key cover

Car key cover – your questions answered

Policies cover the cost of replacing your car keys if they’re stolen or in some cases, lost. Some car insurance policies include car key cover as standard, while others offer it as an add-on for an additional fee.