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Drivers clueless at car maintenance

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Simple do-it-yourself roadside repair skills are becoming a lost art as drivers admit being unable to top up oil, change a tyre, and even open the bonnet.  Read More…

Don’t fall into the ‘non-disclosure’ insurance trap

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When you renew or take out home insurance, make sure you tell your insurer everything you think could affect the policy, because slip-ups could be costly.

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Cakes for quakes

Confused.com author Lucy Page

Confused.com's Lucy Page writes how baking a few cakes could benefit victims of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami.

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A lunatic in Lycra

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Confused.com test analyst, Ian Emery talks about what he is doing to raise money for charity this year and why it's more than challenging.

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7 DIY tips to help you sell your home

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With house prices edging downwards, renovating or improving could be a better option than selling up.

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Jumping & bumping: How to start your car if the battery’s flat

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Got a flat battery in the cold? Here’s how to get your car up and running again.

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Keep your windscreen and tyres tip-top during winter

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Keep on top of your car maintenance during winter – to save money, and for safety’s sake.

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Lack of maintenance can leave your home uninsured

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If you don’t protect your property against the elements this winter, your home insurance claims could be rejected.

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The Confused.com toolbox

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Maintaining a vehicle can be a time-consuming and expensive job. Once you’ve got your car on the road there are a few basic maintenance points you’ll need to be aware of to keep it that way, so we’ve compiled a selection of useful guides and articles for keeping your car in tip-top condition.

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Motoring checks to make before the cold weather arrives

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Last winter’s travel chaos showed how important it was to be prepared for driving in poor weather including making sure you have adequate car insurance.

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