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Car finance advice
What are your options at the end of a PCP?
Many car buyers are confused about what their choices at the end of a PCP car finance agreement. We explain your options to help you make the best choice.
Expert advice
Car ownership advice
Audi and Suzuki dealers lead the way for customer service
The annual J.D. Power Customer Service Index has been published today, which rates customer satisfaction with their service experience at a franchised dealership.
Car safety
Range Rover Evoque takes five-star safety honours
The new Range Rover Evoque has earned a top five-star rating from safety body Euro NCAP.
Car industry news
Explained: London’s new Ultra Low Emission Zone
A new Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has come into force in central London. We take a look at everything you need to know about the new zone.
Car ownership advice
Used car warranty – the law and your rights
If you are buying a second-hand car, there can be considerable confusion as to what to expect in terms of a used car warranty and what your rights are when something goes wrong.
Car technology
All new cars from 2022 to be fitted with speed limiters
New cars sold in the UK from 2022 are set to have devices fitted to stop the driver breaking the speed limit.
Car finance advice
Car finance: Negative equity and why it’s a problem
One of the big problems in car finance is negative equity, and it can get you into financial trouble. But what is negative equity and why is it a problem?
The UK's ten best-selling cars
Ford Fiesta
The Ford Fiesta is a small supermini-class hatchback, available in both three- and five-door body styles. It has been the best-selling car...
Vauxhall Corsa
All the key Vauxhall Corsa news, reviews, safety and eco ratings from across the UK automotive media, brought to you by The Car Expert.
Volkswagen Golf
The Volkswagen Golf is a medium-sized family hatchback, available in three- and five-door body styles. Over more than 40 years, the Golf...
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class has received many good reviews and awards from the UK media, and has been praised for its comfort, refinement and safety systems.
Nissan Qashqai
All the key Nissan Qashqai news, reviews, safety and eco ratings from across the UK automotive media, brought to you by The Car Expert.
Ford Focus
The Focus has received good scores compared to its rivals from most UK media sources, along with several awards. It has been widely praised for its driving dynamics and safety kit.
Mini hatch
The Mini gets generally good to very good reviews from the UK media, with praise for its driving dynamics. However, it's criticised for being too kitsch.
Volkswagen Polo
All the key Volkswagen Polo news, reviews, safety and eco ratings from across the UK automotive media, brought to you by The Car Expert.
BMW 1 Series
The BMW 1 Series received mostly good to very good scores from the UK media, especially for the high-performance M140i model. Reviewers generally praised the car's driving dynamics, but criticised the lack of interior and boot space.
Toyota Yaris
The Toyota Yaris has generally received average to good scores from most UK media sources, with the hybrid power unit being better regarded than the regular petrol versions.
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New car reviews
Mercedes-Benz CLA test drive
The Mercedes-Benz CLA is handsome, good to drive and packed with kit, but if you're after practicality you'd be better waiting for the estate version.
Skoda Scala test drive
The Skoda Scala is everything you'd expect. It’s good to look at, hugely practical and comfortable, yet the brand’s core principle of value remains.
Audi e-tron test drive
Audi’s hotly-anticipated entry into the EV market is here, and the Audi e-tron brings with it a seamless blend of quality and electric power.
Honda HR-V Sport test drive
The Honda HR-V Sport is a seriously fun and genuinely interesting small SUV, although the price is a hefty jump over other HR-V models in the range.
News
Concept car
Kia ‘Everything Car’ set to evolve into next Niro
Kia describes the HabaNiro, unveiled at the New York Auto Show, as its 'Everything Car', but the electric concept is seen as a pointer to the next Niro.
Car manufacturer news
Jaguar I-Pace completes set with World Car of the Year title
The Jaguar I-Pace has swept the international automotive industry's major awards, adding the World Car of the Year prize to its European...
New model
Shanghai debut for first Aston Martin electric car
The Aston Martin Rapide E has been unveiled at the Shanghai motor show – the first all-electric car from the brand and limited to only 155 examples.
New model
Teaser images point to next Bentley Flying Spur
Bentley has released teaser images confirming that a third generation of the Flying Spur grand tourer is on the way.
New model
Hyundai hints at Venue, its smallest SUV yet
Hyundai has revealed the first sketches of the Venue, an upcoming SUV that is set to become the smallest in the Korean brand's range.
Industry news
Car industry news
Only 0.5 per cent of cars on UK roads are ultra-low emission
Only one in every 200 vehicles on UK roads emit ultra low levels of carbon, according to newly released figures from the Department of Transport.
Car industry news
New car sales slip in March
New car registrations fell by 3% in March, traditionally one of the biggest months of the year, according to the latest results published this morning.
Car industry news
Suzuki hybrid to be built in Toyota’s UK plant
Toyota is joining forces with Suzuki to build a hybrid car for the fellow Japanese brand at its factory in Derbyshire.
Car industry news
Private car buyers lift new car market in February
New car sales rose slightly in February, thanks to strong growth from private new car buyers, while fleet registrations slipped slightly.
Car safety
Volvo to limit top speed on all new cars
Volvo Cars has used this week's Geneva motor show to announce that it will limit the top speed of its new cars at 180km/h (112mph) from next year.
Car safety
Five-star safety ratings for Mercedes, Honda and SEAT
Three of the latest new SUVs have all achieved a five-star safety rating from crash testing organisation Euro NCAP.
Car finance news
Car finance report 2018: record debt for new and used cars
Despite private new car sales falling more than 6% in 2018, it was yet another record-breaking year for car finance borrowing for both new and used cars.
Car industry news
New car buyers defy Brexit gloom in January
Private new car sales were up by 3% in January, confounding expert predictions that buyers were staying away from showrooms due to uncertainty over Brexit.
Best of British
Ratings and reviews
Infiniti Q30
The Infiniti Q30 has received mixed scores from the UK motoring media, with praise for being an improvement on the Mercedes A-Class upon which it's based.
Ratings and reviews
Bentley Continental GT
The Bentley Continental GT has received unanimously positive reviews from the UK motoring media, ranging from good to outstanding, with particular praise for its improved driving dynamics and luxurious cabin.
Model update
Mulliner appeal for Bentley Bentayga SUV
Bentley has unveiled a Design Series limited edition version of its V8-powered Bentayga SUV, with elements added from the Mulliner customisation arm.
Ratings and reviews
Range Rover Evoque
The Range Rover Evoque has received consistently good reviews from the UK media, with particular praise for its comfort and safety assist technology. The main criticisms have mainly been directed at its evolutionary styling.
Car reviews
Range Rover Evoque review
Land Rover has played with its best-seller just enough to ensure it is a credible threat to all the new rivals, without losing the basics that made the first Evoque such a success.
Model update
New Bentley Continental GT V8 revealed
Bentley has revealed the latest V8 variant of its Continental GT and GT Convertible, which will go on sale alongside the W12 version launched last year.
The best used V6 cars for under £10,000
The V6 engine has featured in all manner of cars over the years, but which are the ones can you now buy for under £10,000?
Personal Contract Purchase: the PCP explained
The PCP (personal contract purchase) is the most popular type of car finance. This guide tells you everything you need to know about PCP car finance.
Is the Geneva show the best of a dying breed?
There were some big-name absentees from Geneva this year as automotive manufacturers increasingly fall out of love with motor shows.
Financial watchdog to crack down on rip-off car dealers
Car dealers are ripping off buyers on their car finance by more than £1,000 to pocket higher commissions, Britain’s financial watchdog has found.
How does the UK number plate system work?
Many people find the British number plate system bewildering. The Car Expert explains how it all works and what all the letters and numbers really mean.
What’s an electric car like to drive?
More people than ever are considering a switch from fossil fuels to electricity for their next car. But what is an electric car actually like to drive and live with?
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