Motoring tips and guides

Does having a named driver affect my insurance?

Car insurance policies

7 April 2025

Uncover the essentials of named drivers, including adding them to your car insurance policy, the effects on coverage and premiums, and the legal implications of fronting in car insurance.

Young woman using mobile phone next to her breakdown car on the road

What to do after a car accident

Car insurance policies

4 April 2025

Find out what you should do after a car accident, from who to call and what details to exchange, to submitting a car accident report and safeguarding your no claims discount.

Taking care of your tyres

Car maintenance

19 March 2025

Discover how to keep your tyres in top shape during the winter months, ensuring safety, boosting fuel efficiency, and increasing their lifespan with simple maintenance checks.

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What you need to know about insuring your new ‘25’ plate

Buying or selling a car

1 March 2025

Planning to upgrade your driving experience with a brand new ‘25’ plate? Here’s what you’ll need to know.

Tips for how to drive in snow, ice and hail

Driving in hazardous conditions

10 February 2025

AXA's essential tips for safe winter driving, including navigating snow, hail, and ice conditions, and how to ensure you are prepared for emergencies with a well-stocked car kit.

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Driving tips for flooded roads

Driving in hazardous conditions

10 February 2025

When the heavens open and flooding occurs, it's crucial to stay safe on the roads. Learn essential tips for driving on flooded roads, including precautions for different road types and what is and isn't covered by your insurance.

How to get your car winter ready

Car maintenance

10 February 2025

Discover essential winter car maintenance tips, including oil checks, tyre care, windscreen maintenance, coolant refilling, battery and lights checks, and preparing an emergency pack for safe winter driving.

Two cars speed along a winding wet country road in Scotland

Driving in high winds

Driving in hazardous conditions

10 February 2025

Learn about the challenges of driving in high winds, including tips for different vehicle types, driving in storms, and the risks and precautions associated with towing trailers in windy weather.

Driving tips for heavy rain or fog

Driving in hazardous conditions

10 February 2025

Discover tips for safe driving during heavy rain and fog, including how to handle aquaplaning, navigate standing water, and improve visibility to ensure a safe journey in challenging conditions

How to transfer ownership of a car

Buying or selling a car

29 September 2024

Discover how to change car ownership, from seller and buyer procedures to transferring ownership to family members, dealers, or scrap yards.

A guide to immobilisers

Car security

26 September 2024

Read AXA's guide to immobilisers, how they can help safeguard your car and potentially lower your insurance premium.

Woman driving convertible car on Tuscan country road

Highway to holiday: how to take a summer road trip

Driving abroad

31 July 2024

Whether exploring childhood haunts or roads less travelled, there's something special about summer driving holidays. Stay safe, home or away, with AXA.

Motoring tips and guides

Does having a named driver affect my insurance?

What to do after a car accident

Taking care of your tyres

​What you need to know about insuring your new ‘25’ plate​

Tips for how to drive in snow, ice and hail

Driving tips for flooded roads

How to get your car winter ready

Driving in high winds

Driving tips for heavy rain or fog

How to transfer ownership of a car

A guide to immobilisers

Highway to holiday: how to take a summer road trip

What you need to know about insuring your new ‘25’ plate