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…
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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...
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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
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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
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What are driving licence codes and categories?7th Nov 2024Want to know the ins and outs of the UK driving licence? You’ve come to the right place
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How to sell a car quickly1st Nov 2024Looking to sell your car quickly and for a fair price? We run through the best ways to do it.
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Road tax on electric cars: what you need to know following the Autumn 2024 budget30th Oct 2024Do electric cars pay road tax? It’s an important question for anyone looking to make the switch to an EV, and it’s recently changed. Keep...
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What is a ghost immobiliser and how does it work?28th Oct 2024Everything you need to know about a ghost immobiliser – a type of immobiliser that uses a unique code to prevent thieves starting your car.
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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
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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
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How much is the M6 toll road?1st Oct 2024Want to know all the details about the M6 toll? You can find them here.
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What is a Cat A, Cat B, Cat S or Cat N write-off car?1st Oct 2024While you search for your next used car, you may spot a potential bargain described as ‘Cat S’ or ‘Cat N’. If you are wondering what that...
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How much does it cost to charge an electric car?1st Oct 2024Wondering how much it costs to charge an electric car? Wonder no more…
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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
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Can you park on a single yellow line?13th Sep 2024Wondering if you can park on a single yellow line? Wonder no more