Car related guides

A guide to buying used car parts and DIY repair

Save money on car maintenance and repair by getting your hands mucky and doing it yourself. Let us show you how.

A guide to car insurance policy types

Buying car insurance is a legal requirement for any vehicle which is kept on the street, on a driveway or in a garage...

A guide to student car insurance

Going away to university is an exciting period in a young person’s life – but as well as being the first time most will be away from home...

A guide to young driver’s car insurance

The cost of cover for the under-25s is higher than for any other age group. You may not think that’s fair, but unfortunately it’s fact.

Business car insurance

Anyone whose job demands they drive their own vehicle for the purposes of their work will need to pay for...

Car insurance brokers

Everyone knows it makes sense to shop around for the best deals when it comes to car insurance – but what if you’re short on time?...

Car insurance brokers

Everyone knows it makes sense to shop around for the best deals when it comes to car insurance – but what if you’re short on time? How can you find out what’s available if you can’t spend hours trawling the internet or ringing countless firms?

Car insurance for new drivers

Finding affordable car insurance when you’re a new driver is no easy task. Even buying cover for relatively basic...

Car insurance groups - how they affect your premium

You may or may not know that when you insure your vehicle, its car insurance group can be a determining factor in calculating the premium.

Car insurance jargon buster

Searching through all the different kinds of car insurance in the UK is a tedious and thankless task, which is made yet more complicated by the wealth of confusing jargon involved.

Car Valuation Guide

Whether you're buying or selling a used car, need a valuation following on from an accident or for a car insurance quote, it's important to make sure you get an accurate and unbiased car valuation.

Comparing car insurance

If you want to save money, it pays to shop around. But if you're looking for car insurance quotes, be prepared to go through the same information again and again.

Confused.com guide to driving in Australia

Confused.com guide to driving in Thailand

Drink driving - what you need to know

Have you ever said you’re dying for a drink? It’s a harmless phrase, but every year hundreds of people literally do just that – thanks to drunk drivers.

Driving down the cost of car insurance

At Confused.com we strive to find the some of the best cheap car insurance deals on the internet. We go to UK car insurance providers directly.

European car insurance

Britain is well integrated with Europe these days, but that doesn’t mean driving on the Continent is as straightforward as booking your car on the next cross-channel ferry.

Extended car warranty - a simple guide

No-one likes the shock of receiving a hefty repair bill – and these days the costs can be astronomical because cars are so complicated that many tasks are way beyond the skill level of most owners and must to be left to the experts.

Fully comprehensive car insurance

The advantage of comprehensive policies. This is why most drivers opt for comprehensive cover...

Guide to driving abroad

Europe-bound British motorists could be out of pocket by thousands of pounds as they return from foreign holidays, simply because they are confused about the levels of insurance cover needed.

How car insurance is calculated

Ultimately, the amount charged by an insurance company in motor premiums is a reflection of how likely any particular driver is to make a claim, as well as how expensive that claim is likely to be.

How to cancel your car insurance policy

There could be a number of reasons why you want or need to cancel your car insurance policy. You may have decided to sell your vehicle, or your car may have been stolen or written off.

How to change your car insurance policy

There are a number of reasons why you might have to change your insurance policy during the year it is in force: for example, if you buy a new car or want to add another driver to your cover.

How to claim on your car insurance

If you are properly covered, making a claim on your car insurance should be straightforward.

How to ensure you pass your MOT check

If your car is more than three years old, it has to take and pass an MOT test every year. Motorcycles, mopeds and scooters over three years old must also take the test.

Imported Car Insurance

There is no doubting the enthusiasm for imported cars, with a constant stream of high-performance vehicles making their way over from countries such as Japan. In many cases their popularity is due to them having higher specifications than those sold in the UK.

Insurance with a provisional licence

When you consider the fact that insurance companies base the premiums they charge on how much of a risk they believe a person – and the vehicle they drive – to be, there’s little wonder that those who are yet to pass their driving test won’t find cover is cheap.

Kit car insurance

Nothing screams ‘individual’ than driving something you’ve put together yourself in the garage – and that is the whole ethos behind kit cars.

Modified car insurance

Many drivers like to improve the way their vehicle looks and performs. Alloy wheels, spoilers and souped-up engines can all increase your enjoyment of your car, and often also its value.

Multi-car insurance

With supermarket aisles full of buy-one-get-one-free offers, we are well used to discounts for buying in bulk. But does this apply to getting cheaper car insurance?

Named driver car insurance

All new drivers can expect to be hit with substantial premiums when they first take to the road...

No claims bonus explained

No claims bonus (NCB) is crucial to reducing car insurance premiums. Its worth varies from company to company. A NCB of five years or more can entitle drivers to a 60%-75% discount.

No deposit car insurance

In these increasingly challenging financial times it makes total sense for any business – regardless of the sector in which it operates – to come up with innovative ways of helping its customers pay for various goods and services.

Performance car insurance

Whether you are an avid fan of the unique machines taking centre stage in the Fast and the Furious movies or a connoisseur...

Secondhand car insurance

Although millions of brand new, gleaming cars are sold out of showrooms every year, the vast majority of people that are scouring the market for the best insurance deals will be trying to find cost-effective cover for second-hand vehicles.

Sports car insurance

Anyone that buys a sports car must accept that the thrill of driving such a powerful machine...

Temporary car insurance

Most car insurance is taken out for the year ahead but there are occasions when you might need short-term cover.

Third party car insurance

If you drive a car you will need to be insured. That’s the law and there’s no way around it – unless you are prepared to run the risk of a prison stretch and subsequently find it impossible to get any type of car insurance in the future.

Third party fire and theft insurance explained

It is a legal requirement for motorists to have at least third party only (TPO) car insurance in order to drive on UK roads. This is necessary to safeguard any third parties involved in an incident.

What are the car insurance classes of use?

When filling in your form in order to get a quote for car insurance, you will be asked as to the type of use – that is, what exactly the insured will be using the car for.

What is legal expenses cover

Legal Expenses Cover generally covers drivers for those matters that aren't dealt with on motor insurance policies, including legal advice, costs and expenses to pursue such claims.

What to do if your car suffers damage from a pothole

With a recent Confused.com survey showing that two thirds of UK motorists encounter between one and five potholes every day, we've got a step-by-step guide on what to do if your car is damaged by a pothole.

When to make a claim on your car insurance

If you’re involved in an accident and your car is damaged, your insurer will foot the bill, right?...