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Whether or not you shop at Tesco, you’ll probably know about its Clubcard membership scheme. In recent years, the programme has given users access to lower prices - that is if you’re aged 18 or over. We think that’s wrong. In this episode, Which? senior researcher Ellie Simmonds joins us to analyse the news that, after years of our campaigning, Tesco is looking to remove the age restriction that h...

When looking for a new car, many of us don't look beyond the list price. But annual maintenance costs needs to be taken into consideration. In this podcast, we reveal the result of our annual survey into maintenance costs, and reveal some of the most and least reliable car brands on the market. Plus, your fuel type can impact your yearly outlay. We've crunched the numbers to find out how each type...

With accidental damage making up nearly half of all car insurance claims, do you know what your policy actually covers you for? In this episode of Which? Shorts, we reveal the providers and policies we recommend after teaming our in-depth research with feedback from real-life policy-holders. Plus, with the recent rise of self-described ‘essentials’ policies, we explain why we've had our doubts abo...

The principle behind the state pension is simple: that most people will get a regular payment from the government to help fund their retirement once they reach a certain age. But the decisions that need to be made about its future are more complicated. In the third episode of our four-part podcast series, we look at what determines the amount of state pension you get and how you could boost your p...

Being an executor for a loved one who has recently died can be a stressful task at an already difficult time. But you can learn lessons from those who have taken on the role before. In this episode, Which? researcher Holly Lanyon tells us what she found when speaking to executors, and what tips they’d share to people who are lined up for the role in the future. Plus, from the Which? Legal team, Ja...

Range anxiety is often cited as one of the main reason why people don't want to buy an electric vehicle, but with facilities improving, will you be choosing an EV this year? In this podcast, we're joined by our cars researcher Dino Buratti who talks through the pros and cons of electric cars, from public charging and efficiency, to reliability and cost. Plus, our cars editor Will Stapley shines a...

Getting work done in your home can be a lot of upheaval, but there’s work you can do beforehand to get exactly what you want. In this episode of Which? Shorts, we speak to homeowners to find out how they want to improve their home, as well as trusted traders who share their advice to help you get it right first time. Making the right changes to your home could add anywhere up to 10% to the value o...

Recent research from pension company Standard Life found that almost half of UK adults don’t know how much is in their pension. Even if you do know exactly how much you’ve saved so far, the bigger challenge is gauging how much you’ll eventually need. In the second episode of our four-part podcast series, we discuss the three retirement living standards set by Pensions UK to give you an idea of how...

The government has announced that it's replacing the lifetime Isa with a new savings product specifically to help first-time buyers. But what will it look like? In this episode, we’re joined by our mortgages and property expert Sam Wilson who outlines what the Lisa is, how it’s helped first time buyers, but also how it’s hampered certain house-buyers from accessing the government bonus because the...

Getting into a cab without a driver behind the wheel may be commonplace in the US and China, but now Great Britain wants to get in on the act. In this episode of Which? Shorts, we explain how three tech giants are battling to get their cars on British streets, and tell you what a country with driverless cars on our roads will look like. But how widespread and accessible robotaxis are to become wil...

No matter how far away you are from retiring, you’ve probably given some thought to how you’ll spend your time when you get there. But thinking about how you’ll afford that dream retirement lifestyle isn’t quite as much fun. In the first episode of our four-part podcast series, we go back to basics to explain how a pension differs from a normal savings account, and how you can best prepare your fi...

It used to be the case that a scammer had to physically steal your card if they wanted your money. But that’s no longer the case. In this episode, our scam expert Faye Lipson joins us to tell us the story about how her card was used by fraudsters despite it still sitting inside her wallet. She explains how it was possible, thanks to a little-known process that banks offer by default to make bankin...

Technology has developed at a vast rate of knots since the turn of the century, what with tech waking us up in the morning, playing our favourite music, guiding us on our daily commutes and providing light entertainment when we need a pick me up - sometimes just one product can do all those things - but what’s the most important tech of the 21st century? Members of the Which? Tech team drew up a s...

Octopus Energy has been a Which? Recommended Provider eight years in a row. But does it still rule the roost when it comes to gas and electricity in 2026? In this episode of Which? Shorts, we reveal which providers we've awarded the coveted Which? Recommended Provider endorsement to, and explain how people like you helped feed into our research and analysis into gas and electricity suppliers. Plus...

For most of us, the headline rate of a mortgage deal is likely what we focus on the most. But not paying attention to the fee could leave you paying too much. In this episode, we’re joined by Which? Money journalist Sam Wilson who shares his new analysis into mortgage fees. He set out to find how it differs for first-time buyers, home movers and those looking to remortgage, and how the market comp...

If you've had the January blues and have already started to seek out your next holiday, you may well have read a list or two similar to this already. But our round-up is a bit different. We accept no freebies, and as you’d expect, we’ve taken a more thoughtful approach to compiling our list. All the destinations are genuinely better or easier to visit in 2026. From the surprising safest country in...

Staying fit and healthy as we grow older can seem difficult, especially in a world of misinformation. But are there any tried and tested methods to help us stay in good physical condition? To mark the end of this series of our health and wellbeing podcast, we hosted our first ever live episode in front of an online audience to get expert advice from some familiar and trusted names in the health in...

The self assessment tax return deadline is fast approaching, but once January 31st has come and gone, all eyes will be on the government’s new Making Tax Digital scheme - the new process for sole traders and landlords to keep on top of what they owe. In this episode, we’re joined by Which? Money journalists Ruby Flanagan and Matthew Jenkin who outline what the change means in practice, how it will...

The numbers don't lie. More and more flights are being plagued by disorderly passengers. But is alcohol the only cause? In this episode of Which? Shorts, we speak to passengers, cabin crew, and researchers to find out why air travel is being more frequently disrupted by intoxicated, violent or unruly passengers. Alcohol is a big reason why, but other factors also...

News websites receive a huge amount of money from advertisers promoting their business and services alongside news stories. But scammers are using getting in on the act to target you and me. In this podcast, we sit down with Which? senior journalist Tali Ramsey to chat about her investigation into the scam adverts she found on some of the UK's most trusted news websites. She tells us how fraudster...

With January upon us, plenty of us will be looking to refresh our diet. But with so much conflicting advice out there - what’s true? And what’s not? In this episode of our health and wellbeing podcast, we're joined by our public health nutritionist Shefalee Loth, and the founder of CityDietitia...

There’s no doubt that you remember receiving notifications from your bank telling you that the interest rate on your savings account is set to go down. But are banks doing enough to tell us when an account with a better rate is available? In this episode, we’re joined by Which? researcher Holly Lanyon who shares the results of her investigation into whether or not banks are keeping us up to date o...

Technology develops quickly. So what do you need to know about for the year ahead? In this episode of Which? Shorts, we get you up to speed with all the latest tech trends that we think will be shaping our lives over the next twelve months. From terms like agentic AI and NPUs, to what might happen to mobile phones, we've got you covered. Read more of our latest tech news & sign up for our free...

Protein powder and creatine supplements are becoming more and more popular - but do you need to take them? Or are they only necessary for budding gym-goers? In this episode, we're joined by public health nutritionist Shefalee Loth and Sophie Medlin, founder of City Dietitians, to explain how protein powder could help you if you introduce it to your daily routine. Plus, with research into creatine...

We often talk on this podcast about Section 75 - the protection offered when you buy things with a credit card. But it might not be as straightforward as you once thought. In this episode, we’re joined by Which? banking investigator Chiara Cavaglieri who shares details of her recent investigation into customers who weren’t protected by Section 75 when they initially thought they would be. Plus, ou...