The real cost of running a car in the UK — fuel, tax, insurance, MOT, servicing, and the cheapest cars to run.
These 10 fuel-saving tips can cut your fuel bill by 15-25% — that's £200-£400 saved per year. Practical advice on tyre pressure, driving style, route planning and more.
Breakdown cover costs £30-£200/year depending on what you get. Full comparison of AA, RAC, Green Flag, and budget alternatives with prices, coverage levels, and tips to avoid overpaying.
UK drivers spend an average of £1,000/year on parking. Free parking apps, park and ride schemes, supermarket ANPR tips, hospital parking concessions, and airport parking hacks.
Some cars cost £1,500/year to run. Others cost £4,000+. Here are 10 of the cheapest cars to run in the UK ranked by total running cost including fuel, insurance, tax and servicing.
£15 per day, every weekday, if you drive in central London. Full guide to the Congestion Charge zone, hours, exemptions, how to pay, penalties, and how it differs from ULEZ.
Diesel used to be the smart choice. In 2026, the answer is more complicated. Honest comparison of petrol vs diesel vs hybrid vs EV costs per mile, depreciation, and resale value.
Road tax can cost £0 to £2,745 in the first year. Full guide to VED bands, 2026/27 rates, EV road tax changes, Expensive Car Supplement, and how to check before buying.
The average UK driver spends £3,500-£5,000 per year on their car. Full breakdown of fuel, insurance, road tax, MOT, servicing, repairs, tyres, depreciation, parking and breakdown cover.