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When you apply for car finance, the finance company will run some checks on you. Here’s everything you need to know about what you can expect.

Keeping your financial well-being in check will undoubtedly mean questions along the way. This article explores the impact that taking out car finance has on your credit score.

Gain a clearer understanding of the what’s involved, and the time it takes, to access a secured loan.

Ever wondered about car finance but worry that it is hard to get? We’ve got you covered. Gain practical insights and useful tips to help you on your way to car finance success.

Discover what defines a bad credit score. Get an understanding of the detail so you can make better financial decisions and understand credit challenges.

Ready to apply for a secured loan? Make sure you’re up to speed with everything you’ll need for a hassle-free car finance application.

If your circumstances change, you might wonder if it’s possible to transfer your car finance to another party. Here, we assess your options.

Ever wondered why banks lean towards secured or unsecured loans? Let's dive into the world of loans, exploring the details behind their choices.

Demystify the costs of car finance in the UK with our comprehensive guide. Here, we uncover exactly how much car finance will cost you, giving you essential insights for informed decision-making.

Navigating car finance can be challenging, especially when faced with application refusal. Here we explore common pitfalls in the application process and gain insights into how to confidently overcome obstacles on your journey to approval.

Ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of car financing? Our guide, 'Understanding the downsides to financing a car', spills the beans on what to watch out for, so you can cruise through the process with confidence. Let's break it down!

Buying a car with finance can be thrilling, but questions about ownership can quickly put the brakes on your excitement. Worry not! Here we unpick the sometimes-confusing world of V5C names and car finance, clarifying who’s legally responsible and offering safe routes for the road ahead.

As the UK motor industry recovers from the pandemic, we explore the trends that could shape the future of the sector, for manufacturers, dealers and customers alike.

Phillip Williams, Co-Founder and Director of Oodle Car Finance, predicts a bumpy road for the first six months – but a brighter outlook for the second half of the year. The automotive industry has always been a remarkably resilient trade and we’ve seen this in abundance in 2023. Despite the cost of living crisis and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, both sales and prices have held up.

From time to time, you may not need to use your car. This could be due to illness, because you’re away, you’re trying to save money on fuel, or simply down to bad weather. Whatever the reason, the last thing you want is for your car to conk out while it’s not being used. Read on to find out how to keep your car in good shape if you won’t be driving it for a while.

White goods, TVs, stereos and other big household purchases were once considered important enough to warrant a visit to a store

If you are currently in a payment break, we will contact you around 20 days before your next payment is due. There is no need to contact us before then.

Extraordinary levels of employee engagement cited by judges

The road ahead for car buying

What will we be driving in the next 10 years? Diesel? Electric? Hybrid? Hydrogen?