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Car finance: Voluntary termination of a PCP or HP

Car finance advice 16 April 2021

Voluntary termination is your legal right to cancel your PCP or HP car finance agreement in certain circumstances. The Car Expert explains how it works.

The ten golden rules for buying a car

Car buying advice 12 April 2021

Buying a new or used car? Follow these pearls of wisdom from The Car Expert and make sure you get the right car for the right price.

Where’s my spare wheel?

Car ownership advice 5 February 2021

One of the least-popular trends in modern car design is the almost total disappearance of the traditional full-size spare tyre / spare wheel.

New car warranty – Do I have to have my car serviced by a dealership?

Car warranty 15 January 2021

We clear up the confusion about whether car owners must have their cars serviced by a franchised dealership to protect their new car warranty.

Used car warranty – the law and your rights

Car warranty 10 January 2021

If you are buying a second-hand car, there can be considerable confusion as to what to expect in terms of a used car warranty and what your rights are when something goes wrong.

What is GAP insurance and should you have it?

GAP insurance 4 January 2021

If you've ever bought a car from a dealership, you will have heard of GAP insurance. But what is GAP and should you be buying it?

Christmas bargains for clever car buyers

Car buying advice 28 November 2020

As another year winds down, many car dealers are getting nervous. if you're in the market to buy, you could get a great new car deal this Christmas.

Should I buy a pre-registered car?

Car buying advice 24 July 2020

Pre-registered cars are on the increase again. The salesman says it's a great deal on what is basically a 'brand new car', but what's the real story?

How car safety has changed over the years

Car safety 9 June 2020

Car safety has improved continuously and relentlessly throughout history. We explore some of the key developments from the last 100 years.

How to understand a PCP car finance quote

Car finance advice 2 June 2020

Thousands of people look at a PCP car finance quote and are hopelessly confused by all the different numbers. Cut through the confusion with this guide.

Rejecting a car – your consumer rights

Car ownership advice 16 May 2020

Have you bought a new or used car that is faulty or not fit for purpose? Read The Car Expert's comprehensive guide to your consumer rights when rejecting a car.

Explained: What is an insurance write-off?

Car insurance 14 April 2020

If a car is involved in an accident, an insurer may declare it a 'write-off'. However, this term has several different meanings, which can be confusing.

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