Running Costs
Full service or interim service: what your car actually needs
Find out what an interim and full service include, how to choose between them, what each costs in 2026, and when to skip or add one
Running Costs
Cheap, mid-range or premium tyres: what the cost per mile really looks like
Budget, mid-range or premium tyres? Motor Mike breaks down the real cost per mile, braking distance evidence and when it pays to spend more
Running Costs
What winter really does to your fuel use, battery and EV range
Cold weather cuts petrol economy by up to 24%, drains 12V batteries and strips 20-30% from EV range. Here is what to expect and what to do
Running Costs
Petrol, hybrid or electric: compare your real running costs
A practical method for comparing the true annual cost of petrol, hybrid and electric cars, covering fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and depreciation