Andrew Charman

Andrew is a road test editor for The Car Expert. He is a member of the Guild of Motoring Writers, and has been testing and writing about new cars for more than 20 years. Today he is well known to senior personnel at the major car manufacturers and attends many new model launches each year.
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Car brands explained

Everything you need to know about Lepas

Lepas is another new Chinese car brand heading to the UK, but it comes from the same group as Omoda, Jaecoo and Chery. Here’s where it fits.
Car reviews

Hyundai Ioniq 9 review – first UK drive

For those needing to carry six or seven over long distances in comfort, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 ticks most of the boxes, but at a price.
Car buying advice

Everything you need to know about Kia

Kia was once a budget brand – now it is a top one. Read on to find out how the Korean maker was transformed into a success story envied by rivals.
Car reviews

BYD Atto 3 Evo review – first UK drive

BYD's updates have answered almost every criticism of the original Atto 3 in style, producing a car which is a more attractive proposition.
Car reviews

Aion V review – first UK drive

A Chinese car reputedly shaped by buyer feedback – did they listen?
Car reviews

Changan Deepal S05 review – first UK drive

Those who value space and a long specification will be drawn to the Changan Deepal S05, but those who enjoy their driving will be less impressed. 
Car buying advice

Everything you need to know about KGM

The KGM name might not be recognised but its go-anywhere off-roaders have a strong legacy with rural buyers.
Car brands explained

Everything you need to know about Chevrolet

Chevrolet is returning to the UK with SUVs, pick-ups and Corvettes. Here’s what the brand now offers British buyers.
Car brands explained

Everything you need to know about Aion

Aion is by no means the first Chinese brand to arrive in the UK, but the manufacturer believes that offering a strong product and a long warranty will turn heads.
Car buying advice

Everything you need to know about Toyota

Toyota has battled Volkswagen for the title of the world’s biggest car manufacturer for decades. Read on to find out how it got there.
Car selling advice

The best websites for selling your car

Selling your car is quick and easy these days thanks to the internet – but which sites offer the best option? Here's our handy guide.
Car buying advice

Everything you need to know about GWM

Chinese manufacturer GWM has packed great confusion into a UK expansion that now includes three brands. Read on to make sense of it all.
Car leasing advice

The best websites for leasing a new car

If you're thinking about leasing a new car, which websites should you turn to? We've updated our guide to the UK's best car leasing sites.
Car reviews

Hyundai Bayon review – first UK drive

There’s not a lot to get excited about with the Hyundai Bayon, but this is small SUV that still ticks every family car box.
Car reviews

Toyota C-HR+ review – first drive

In the C-HR+, Toyota has produced its most satisfying electric vehicle so far. It's certainly worth a look.
Car buying advice

Everything you need to know about Volkswagen

From an underpowered basic rear-engined car to one of the biggest manufacturers in the world, read on to discover the full story of Volkswagen.