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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.

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Diesel car scrappage scheme: everything you need to know

Motoring advice

8 February 2022

Considering scrapping your diesel car for a ULEZ compliant vehicle? Get the lowdown from AXA on what you need to consider before upgrading.

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New Highway Code changes: everything you need to know

Motoring advice

28 January 2022

Learn about the upcoming changes to the Highway Code, including the new 'Hierarchy of Road Users' and other rules aimed at improving road safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.

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Scam alert: DVLA issues warning to elderly drivers renewing their licence

Motoring advice

18 January 2022

Learn how to spot and avoid fraudulent third-party websites targeting elderly drivers when renewing their driving licenses, with tips from AXA car insurance to ensure a safe renewal process.

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2030 and the future of UK roads

Motoring advice

3 December 2021

Discover the future of driving and the transition to electric vehicles by 2030, with the UK government's commitment to banning new petrol and diesel cars, and the implications for car owners.

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Annual mileage calculator

Motoring advice

15 March 2021

Want to get an idea of how many miles your car does every year? Use our mileage calculator and find out today.

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Get in gear: how to update your driving licence details and avoid fines

Motoring advice

6 November 2018

Learn how and when to renew and update your licence to ensure you avoid being fined, including important details to check and the supporting documents you might need.

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New 2018/2019 number plates: what you need to know

Motoring advice

6 November 2018

Did you know that opting for a pre-registered car could save you money? Get up to speed with AXA’s tips before purchasing a new set of wheels.

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Changes to the UK driving licence

Motoring advice

20 March 2018

Get all the essential details about the phasing out of the paper counterpart to the UK photocard driving licence and how it impacts driving abroad, car insurance, and accessing your licence record.