David Motton
Freelance contributor
David has been a motoring journalist for nearly 25 years and is a former editor of What Car? magazine. He has written for daily newspapers, websites, company car magazines and road safety titles. David leads a secret life as a towing and caravan expert, but don’t hold that against him.
Latest car reviews by David Motton
Articles by David Motton
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What is a catalytic converter and how does it work?14th Nov 2024You’ve likely heard about a catalytic converter, but why does your car need one? This guide explains… -
Who is the registered keeper of a lease car?12th Nov 2024This Carwow advice guide explains who is the registered keeper of a lease car and what responsibilities the registered keeper of a lease... -
Euro NCAP ratings explained: how safe is your car?8th Nov 2024Euro NCAP offers buyers a valuable insight into the safety of new cars. We take a look at how it works and what makes a five-star car -
How to clean car headlights7th Nov 2024Dirty headlights not only make your car look awful – they can dangerously reduce visibility at night. Here are the best ways to clean them -
Euro NCAP slams BYD electric car’s assisted driving tech23rd Oct 2024The safety experts have rated five new cars, with the BYD Atto 3 at the bottom of the pile -
Range Anxiety: what it is and how to overcome it23rd Oct 2024Discover practical tips and solutions to overcome range anxiety – the fear of running out of power while driving an electric car -
What is a clearway?13th Sep 2024Wondering what a clearway is, what an urban clearway is or what a red route is? We have the answers -
Can you park on a single yellow line?13th Sep 2024Wondering if you can park on a single yellow line? Wonder no more -
Can you appeal a speeding ticket?12th Sep 2024Received a speeding ticket and wondering if you could or should appeal? Wonder no more -
How to cancel car tax and get a car tax refund12th Sep 2024Looking to get a refund on your car tax? This guide will tell you how… -
How to reverse bay park: step-by-step guide29th Aug 2024Learning to reverse well helps new drivers pass their driving test and will make life easier and less stressful throughout your driving... -
ULEZ raises more than £1 billion from drivers28th Aug 2024The expansion of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has raised more than £226 million in its first year while clean air zones across... -
How to drive a manual car22nd Aug 2024Read our guide to get a good understanding of how a car with a manual gearbox works and how to drive one. -
Has my car been scrapped?21st Aug 2024You might not think to check if your car’s been scrapped. After all, if it’s sitting on your driveway then you’d assume the answer is no.... -
Business car lease vs personal car lease20th Aug 2024Which type of leasing is right for you? Read our guide to find out all the details