What is a V5C? Your car’s log book explained | Carbuyer
WEBApr 18, 2024 · The V5C, or log book, is a paper document issued by the DVLA to the registered keeper of a vehicle. It contains details about your vehicle, including the make and model, when it was first ...
Engine size explained - Carbuyer
WEBMar 5, 2024 · Engine size, also known as ‘engine capacity’ or ‘engine displacement’ refers to the total volume of the cylinders in the engine. This is usually expressed in litres or cubic centimetres. A ...
Car tax bands: everything you need to know | Carbuyer
WEBJul 29, 2024 · Hybrid vehicles. Cars emitting between 1 to 50 g/km will only need to pay £10 for the first year of road tax when registered but will then transition to the standard rate of £180 a year ...
What is a DSG gearbox? Problems, cost and cars with a DSG
WEBAug 19, 2024 · Some cars are offered exclusively with a DSG, such as the Volkswagen Passat, but in most cases, especially in mainstream hatchbacks, it’s quite an expensive option. The cost depends on the type ...
Top 10 best 4x4s and SUVs - Carbuyer
WEBJan 2, 2024 · Renault offers the Captur with a variety of frugal powertrains. The entry-level 99bhp 1.0 litre petrol engine manages 0-62mph in around 11 seconds and returns around 47mpg. However, we’d ...
Top 10 best cars with panoramic sunroofs - Carbuyer
WEBJan 16, 2023 · Range Rover Evoque. Tiguan. Cars. Model 3. Advertisement. Putting a hole in the roof can add a real feeling of light and warmth to a car's interior. Here's our rundown of the best panoramic sunroofs.
Electronic handbrakes and auto-hold: what are they and which
WEBMay 26, 2022 · New models from the Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT and Skoda commonly feature auto-hold, assuming they come with an electronic handbrake. VW’s system “retains the last applied braking pressure”, so ...
How to change ownership of a vehicle | Carbuyer
WEBApr 19, 2023 · Fill out the box marked Date of Sale/Transfer and make sure you hand only this slip to the buyer. Make a note of their full name, address, postcode and hopefully their email address before they ...
Used car mileage: UK average and how much is too much?
WEBDec 8, 2022 · In actual fact, the number is now a lot lower. The average car travelled just 6,800 miles in 2020. That’s partly due to the coronavirus pandemic and an increase in home working; but even in 2019 ...
Speed awareness course: what to expect and who’s eligible?
WEBMay 17, 2024 · The amount by which you can break the speed limit and still be eligible to take a speed awareness course is between 10% of the speed limit plus 2mph, to 10% of the limit plus 9mph. However, this ...