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Even in the high-tech world of Formula 1, there's a role for a humble plank of wood. Motoring writer and F1 fan Phil Huff lifts the lid on some little-known facts about the sport.

From James Bond's Aston Martin to Ford Transit vans popular with 1970s bank robbers, we take a look at motors favoured by good guys and the bad over the years - on screen and in real life.

Exclusive research by Confused.com reveals the 10 most common motoring convictions – and how breaking the law can cost you hundreds of pounds when renewing your car insurance.

A third of motorists have bought a car they later regretted, according to new research. Here's the run-down of regrets - and ways you can avoid making the same mistakes.

The Chancellor faces new pressure to cut fuel taxes in this month's Budget following research that shows hundreds of thousands of families are struggling to cope with the cost of motoring.

The Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid is not only one of the most efficient, environmentally friendly luxury motors around - it’s among the quickest. Motoring journalist Tim Barnes-Clay puts it to the test.

Owners of Smart cars, BMWs, Bentleys and Maseratis are the most likely to be targeted by thieves and vandals, according to new research.

Displaying thrilling speeds up to 200 miles per hour (320 km/h), it’s no wonder Formula 1 racing is one of the most popular sports across the globe. As fans gear up for the upcoming 2013 season kickoff on 15 March in Australia, we take a look at the races that are about to hit the circuits.

There's something about the pressure of a driving test which makes people do funny things, but it can’t be as bad as these real-life horror stories.

Black and silver have fought it out for the past five years when it comes to the top of the car colour chart. We look at Britain's car colour trends.