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Car Ownership

The £500 Question: Fix Your High-Mileage Car or Cut Your Losses?

A big bill on an older car can feel like a fork in the road. Use this mechanic's £500 rule, a straightforward scoring checklist and a hard look at MOT history to decide whether to fix, sell or scrap.

Nov 7, 2026

Winter Driving

Cold Mornings, Warm Engine? Why Sitting on the Drive Is Burning Your Cash

Leaving the car running on a frosty morning feels cosy, but it wastes fuel, wears the engine and can land you on the wrong side of the law. Here is what actually happens on a cold start, plus a practical 10-minute winter routine that works.

Nov 7, 2026