All news on the topic: Cars

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Cops pulled over to help couple with burst tyre - before they spun a web of lies
Police who had pulled over to help John Brown and Sally Colligan with a burst tyre were left shocked to discover the driver had been flagged up on their system in Merseyside
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Drivers urged against winter mistake that may cause £10k fine - it can be fatal
Drivers have been urged by experts to not make a winter mistake which could land them with a hefty fine of £10,000 - but even worse, it could prove fatal for drivers and passengers
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Weird cat litter trick stops car windows fogging up so you don't need de-mister
It's very important to make sure your car windscreen and windows are fully demisted before setting off - and with this weird trick involving cat litter and a pair of tights, you can avoid it altogether
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'Entitled neighbour kept stealing my parking space - but I got the last laugh'
A student has told how he resorted to extraordinary measures to stop people parking in paid-for parking spaces, but most of his fellow social-media users thought he'd wasted his time
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Moment cops catch dad who crashed car leaving cheerleader daughter, 16, to die
Battered and Bruised dad Elliott Binney is seen being arrested after fleeing a rollover crash in Oklahoma which killed his 16-year-old daughter on January 11 - the girl's mum and two siblings were taken to hospital
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People gobsmacked after learning what tiny arrow symbol on car dashboard means
A mum blogger was shocked when she found out what a tiny symbol on her car's dashboard and it left her fans saying they couldn't believe it either
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Two 'magic' buttons can clear your misty windscreen in seconds
You can get a hefty fine of up to £2,500 and three points on your license if you're caught driving with a misty windscreen, but one man has shared a little known way to clear your screen in seconds when it's cold
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Every vegetable you can defrost your car with - from potatoes to onions
You might not immediately think of the vegetables in your kitchen as magic defrosting tools for your car, but these hacks are expert-approved and seriously cheap
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Car experts hail £1.30 windscreen remedy to melt ice and snow in seconds
With temperatures dropping below freezing this week, Brits across the nation will be bracing the cold to try and de-ice their car. However, a household staple could solve the issue pretty quickly
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Everyday items that can explode if left in your car during cold weather
As temperatures plummet this week, people are being warned not to leave certain everyday items in their cars as they could be at risk of exploding in the cold weather
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Car condensation tips to stop your windscreen freezing on the inside this winter
Many of us will have woken up to find our cars in need of defrosting, but what happens when your windscreen freezes on the inside, and how do you stop it from happening?
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Car expert shares vital checks drivers should do in snow before setting off
As yellow weather alerts have been issued for snow - Brits across the country are being urged to make sure their vehicle is in 'prime' condition before setting off to avoid breaking down or causing an accident
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Everything you need to know about major car finance investigation
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) this week confirmed it is reviewing if people who have taken out car finance have been charged too much
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People only just realising what the round button on seatbelt is actually for
A TikTok user has shared a range of fun facts, interesting insights, and hacks, and his videos have garnered a lot of attention - including the function of the button on a seatbelt
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You may automatically qualify for Blue Badge scheme - full list of who does
A Blue Badge helps those with physical disabilities or health conditions park closer to where they need to go, such as shopping centres and supermarkets, and they can be used abroad
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Millions of drivers could get compensation after major investigation launched
The FCA banned ”discretionary commission agreements” in 2021 but says there is a ”significant dispute” as to whether firms have breached legal and regulatory requirements
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Car parking space costs £90,000 but would struggle to fit average motor
The pricey parking space in London will set you back almost £90,000 but is not even big enough to fit many popular cars - and is designed for vehicles with continental-style left hand drive
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Drivers are just discovering what numbers on their licence plates actually mean
Many peoples' minds are blown after discovering the true significance of the numbers and letters that make up a car licence plate - and it's not what they thought at all
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Driving with nasty cold or flu symptoms could land you hefty fine, experts warn
Driving experts have warned that it's important to check whether you're well enough to drive before you get behind the wheel, as if you're not, you could end up with a hefty fine
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Driving expert names worst defrosting mistakes – see how many you're guilty of
As more freezing temperatures are set to hit the UK, Brits across the country are waking up to find their cars covered in frost. However, popular hacks to quickly de-ice your vehicle may cause more harm than good
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World’s 'slowest city' is in the UK - see how your home ranks for traffic speed
A new study has found that the UK is home to the world's slowest city for getting around by car, with revealing figures showing which urban areas come out worst for journey times
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Stop your windscreen from freezing up with towel trick and B&M buys
Defrosting your car windscreen before you head off to work can be a real pain - but there are some things you can do to prevent the glass from freezing in the first place
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'Dangerous' de-icing mistake could see drivers slapped with £2,500 fine
Removing frost from your car windscreen before you head out on the roads is vital, and making a little-known mistake with the process could land you a £2,500 fine
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‘Genuinely confused’ drivers caught speeding in new 20mph zone will avoid fine
Motorists caught speeding under the blanket 20mph speed limit that came into effect in Wales this week will avoid a fine is they are 'genuinely confused', the first minister confirmed
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Drivers warned never to do winter trick to warm up engine as it could damage car
Seb Goldin, CEO of RED Driving School, has warned motorists to stop revving their cars to warm up their engines quicker - he has shared better methods which won't damage the engine