Motoring tips and guides

What is a catalytic converter?

Car maintenance

27 November 2025

Discover the ins and outs of catalytic converters, from their function and location to lifespan, theft prevention, and common problems, along with how AXA's car insurance covers theft.

Person pressing unlock button on their car's wireless key fob

AXA's comprehensive guide to car number plates

Motoring advice

27 November 2025

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.

Traffic congestion under warning signs on the m1 motorway

What are smart motorways and how do they work?

Motoring advice

27 November 2025

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.

A utility trailer being pulled on the motorway

Towing a trailer and your car insurance cover explained

Car insurance policies

27 November 2025

Explore the world of trailer towing, from understanding licensing requirements to driving regulations, proper preparation, and how your car insurance can provide coverage while towing a trailer or caravan.

What to do when your car overheats

Car and road safety

18 November 2025

Explore crucial advice for preventing and addressing overheating cars, including checking coolant levels, understanding the cooling system, and how to identify potential causes of engine overheating.

What is V5C and how to change the address on it

Buying or selling a car

18 November 2025

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

What to do when you get a puncture

Car and road safety

18 November 2025

Discover essential tips for preventing flat tyres, how to identify the warning signs, manage emergency situations and learn about temporary fixes for cars without a spare.

Young woman using mobile phone next to her breakdown car on the road

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.

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

18 November 2025

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.

Mechanic working on the underside of a car

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.

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.

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.