A spotter's guide to the Volkswagen Golf
How do you tell the difference between the seven variations of Volkswagen Golf? Don’t worry, Haynes has got your back.
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How to check a car’s history
We live in the digital age, which means we have a world of tools at our disposal to make our lives easier. There are robotic lawnmowers, internet things we can give commands to in our homes and of course, drones. What a time to be alive. But what does it mean for you, the car buyer? Happily, it...
Which GPS navigation system should you use?
What are the advantages of each GPS system? Which sat nav is easier to use? How expensive are they? Listed below you’ll see the differences of each system so you’ll be able to make a creditable, for you, decision.
Petrol and diesel cars to be banned by 2040… or sooner?
It sounds like a looming apocalypse for the internal combustion engine, but those stark headlines don’t tell the whole story
Are scrappage schemes a great way to fund your next car or just a load of scrap?
Scrappage schemes let you clean up the environment and save thousands on a new car. What’s not to like?
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Extended warranties for your car: are they worth it?
If you know anything about the car business, you'll know that car dealers these days don't make their money from the sales of new cars - dealer profits are made from used car sales, financing, the sale of aftermarket items and extended warranties. ...
Aerodynamics and how they affect fuel economy
When did you last wax and polish your car? You know that putting it off is costing you fuel, right? That’s why you need to know about aerodynamics…
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When is a write-off not a write-off? The new insurance rules explained
A written-off car can still be repaired and have a useful life ahead of it, but is it safe? New rules might help
Convertibles: hard tops vs soft tops
We all long for the open road, the wind in our hair and a roof in the boot just in case – but should it be a retro rag top or a play-safe hard top?
What is car infotainment (and how does it work)
Infotainment is a catch-all term that covers a whole gamut of car technology. The word ‘infotainment’ is a contraction of ‘information’ and ‘entertainment’, which accurately conveys the purpose of an infotainment system.
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