Motoring tips and guides

Busy street in central London
Clean air zones and how they can affect motorists

Motoring advice

13 July 2023

Discover the impact of Clean Air Zones (CAZ) and Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ) on motorists, including compliance, charges, and preparations for future changes.

Traffic congestion under warning signs on the m1 motorway
What are smart motorways and how do they work?

Motoring advice

18 January 2023

Uncover the controversy surrounding smart motorways, from their purpose and safety concerns to what to do if you break down on one, providing essential guidance for your next journey.

Man plugging charger into his electric car
What you need to know about common electric car breakdowns

Car maintenance

17 January 2023

Dive into the world of electric vehicles, from the different types available to their reliability, breakdown solutions, and insurance cover options.

A wrecked car on a recovery trailer
What are the different car insurance write-off categories?

Car insurance policies

14 January 2023

Read AXA's comprehensive guide to car write-offs, including the criteria used by insurers, the impact of recent changes, and the implications of different salvage categories for vehicle write-offs.

British driving licence renewal form
Driving licence renewal

Motoring advice

4 January 2023

Uncover all you need to know about renewing your UK driving licence, from understanding when to renew and ways to apply, to costs, renewals for over 70s, and provisional licences.

Driving instructor and a young man shakes hands as the instructor hands him a key
New Driver Insurance

Car insurance policies

4 January 2023

Discover the ins and outs of new driver insurance, from policy types and costs to tips for finding affordable coverage for your new vehicle.

Black car key resting on a leather seat
How to protect your car from keyless car theft

Car security

2 December 2022

With keyless theft numbers rising in the UK, we offer some tips to help increase the security of your vehicle and keep thieves locked out.

V5C Logbook
What is V5C and how to change the address on it

Buying or selling a car

5 August 2022

From updating details to replacing lost documents and transferring ownership, understand the importance of the V5C vehicle log book for your car ownership journey.

Woman holding an iPhone checking if her vehicle is taxed on the GOV UK website
What is car tax and how do you check if your vehicle is taxed?

Buying or selling a car

2 August 2022

Understanding UK car tax can be confusing. Discover how it's calculated, car tax rates, exemptions, payment methods, and the consequences of driving without tax on the UK roads.

Young black male buying a used blue car
What to do when you buy a used car

Buying or selling a car

25 February 2022

Unlock the secrets of car ownership, including the V5C document, transfer process, and tax implications, before hitting the road in your newly acquired used car.

A speedometer registering 50 miles per hour
What are car speed limiters and will they become standard?

Car and road safety

24 February 2022

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.

Person pressing unlock button on their car's wireless key fob
AXA's comprehensive guide to car number plates

Motoring advice

10 February 2022

Everything your need to know about car number plates, including rules, meanings, how to get a private plate, visibility guidelines and their impact on your car insurance.