Motoring tips and guides

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What to do after a car accident

Car insurance policies

18 November 2025

Find out what you should do after a car accident, from who to call and what details to exchange, to submitting a car accident report and safeguarding your no claims discount.

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How often should I service my car?

Car maintenance

18 November 2025

Discover the importance and benefits of regular car servicing, including tips on what your mechanic does during a service and the different levels of servicing available to keep your car in top condition.

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Charging your car battery with a trickle charger

Car maintenance

18 November 2025

Discover how trickle chargers can help keep your car battery healthy, prevent breakdowns, and save you from the hassle of dealing with a flat battery.

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What is motor legal protection?

Car insurance policies

18 November 2025

Uncover the benefits of motor legal protection, from understanding what it covers and whether it's necessary, to how it can help you recover uninsured losses after an accident.

A car reverse light
What is ABS? Anti-Lock Braking Systems explained

Car maintenance

18 November 2025

Our handy guide to ABS explains exactly what Anti-Lock Braking Systems are, how effective they are and how you can check if your car has one.

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Why is speed so important?

Car and road safety

11 November 2025

Discover the impact of speeding on road safety, consequences of driving over the limit, and tips for staying within speed limits to drive safely and responsibly in the UK.

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What are car speed limiters and will they become standard?

Car and road safety

11 November 2025

Discover all you need to know about the introduction of speed limiters in new cars, and how this technology could impact road safety and insurance costs for drivers.

Under the car bonnet
How to put water in a car radiator

Car maintenance

11 November 2025

Learn about the importance of maintaining the water in your car's radiator to prevent engine overheating and potential mechanical damage, and how to properly check and top it up to avoid costly repairs.

Woman driving convertible car on Tuscan country road
Highway to holiday: how to take a summer road trip

Driving abroad

11 November 2025

Whether exploring childhood haunts or roads less travelled, there's something special about summer driving holidays. Stay safe, home or away, with AXA.

Used cars parked in rows
How to check a car’s history

Buying or selling a car

11 November 2025

On the lookout for your next car? You might want to think about checking the car’s history before you part with your cash. Find out how.

Close up of snow on car windscreen
Tips for how to drive in snow, ice and hail

Driving in hazardous conditions

21 October 2025

AXA's essential tips for safe winter driving, including navigating snow, hail, and ice conditions, and how to ensure you are prepared for emergencies with a well-stocked car kit.

Low view of car driving on a flooded road
Driving tips for flooded roads

Driving in hazardous conditions

21 October 2025

When the heavens open and flooding occurs, it's crucial to stay safe on the roads. Learn essential tips for driving on flooded roads, including precautions for different road types and what is and isn't covered by your insurance.