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Stuart Masson
Editorial Director, The Car Expert
Stuart Masson is Editorial Director of The Car Expert. He founded the business in 2011 and has led its editorial development, building it into a trusted source of advice for car buyers and owners.
His work focuses on explaining how the automotive industry actually works for consumers — from pricing and car finance to electric vehicles, insurance and the real-world cost of ownership. Much of this involves looking at how consumer behaviour, car sales practices and wider industry strategy come together.
Stuart is a regular commentator across UK national media, including the BBC, Financial Times, The Guardian and The Times, and is often called on to explain complex industry issues in practical terms.
He regularly covers car finance and affordability, EV adoption, how cars are sold, and wider industry trends affecting UK car buyers.
He also oversees the editorial direction of the wider Expert family of sites, including The Van Expert and The Truck Expert.
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Expert Advice
Car leasing advice
The best websites for leasing a new car
Leasing websites can help you compare new car deals, but the cheapest monthly payment is only part of the story. Here’s what to check before applying.
Expert Opinion
In-car touchscreens need to be better
Screens can make new cars better, but too many touchscreens are cluttered, confusing and harder to use than proper buttons and switches.
Car selling advice
The best websites for selling your car
There’s no single best website for selling every car. We explain the main options, from dealer auctions and car-buying services to private adverts and scrap specialists.
Car buying advice
Everything you need to know about Omoda
Omoda arrived in 2024 as an unknown brand in the UK but is rapidly becoming more familiar to buyers.
Car buying advice
Electric car grant – all the EVs with discounts in 2026
Between the government's EV grant and car companies' own discounts, there are some great new car offers available. We have the most comprehensive guide around to help you find out what's available.
Expert Opinion
Does the Ferrari Luce change the electric car debate?
The new Ferrari Luce has been widely criticised online, but its engineering, cabin design and badge credibility could make it far more significant than the styling debate suggests.
Expert Opinion
The UK is becoming a battleground for Chinese car brands
Chinese brands are taking the UK very seriously, but they’re not all following the same playbook.
Expert Opinion
Why UK buyers need to start taking Chinese cars seriously
Chinese cars are improving fast, but UK buyers need to understand where they shine – and where they still fall short.
Expert Reviews
Car reviews
Volkswagen ID.7 GTX review – first UK drive
The Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer GTX is a roomy and refined electric estate, but some maddening controls take the shine off an otherwise sensible car.
Car reviews
Nissan Micra review
The new Nissan Micra is a very good small EV in isolation, but it struggles to justify itself over the closely related Renault 5.
Car reviews
BYD Atto 2 plug-in hybrid review – first UK drive
The BYD Atto 2 plug-in hybrid is cheap to buy and well equipped, but the Boost model is clearly the one to choose.
Car reviews
Leapmotor B05 review – first drive
The Leapmotor B05 is spacious, well-equipped and excellent value, but intrusive driver assistance systems and a frustrating touchscreen hold it back.
Car reviews
Volkswagen T-Roc review – first UK drive
The new Volkswagen T-Roc is sensible, spacious and easy to live with, but its pricing looks high in a market full of capable rivals.
Car reviews
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross review
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is sensibly priced, well-equipped and practical. The only drawback is that real-world range falls well short of official claims.
Car reviews
Chery Tiggo 4 hybrid review – first UK drive
The Chery Tiggo 4 is a hybrid SUV with twin screens, seven-year warranty and full safety tech from under £20,000 – probably the best value new car on sale in the UK right now.
Car reviews
Peugeot E-3008 GT review
The Peugeot E-3008 GT is capable and refined, but disappointing rear space, a divisive i-Cockpit and a premium price tag make it a difficult car to recommend wholeheartedly.
Expert News
Car manufacturer news
Skywell UK sales halted as brand looks for new importer
Skywell has stopped selling new cars in the UK, leaving BE11 owners waiting for answers on warranty cover, servicing and parts support.
Car industry news
Strong month for new car sales in June
New car registrations rose strongly in June, with EVs and plug-in hybrids accounting for almost all the market growth. Chinese brands also continued to gain ground, leaving many established brands treading water.
New model
New BMW X5 revealed with first electric iX5 model
BMW has revealed the all-new BMW X5, a ground-up redesign of its large SUV with new styling, new cabin technology and the first electric BMW iX5.
Car industry news
EVs and plug-in hybrids lead growth in May new car sales
Cars with plugs (EVs and plug-in hybrids) and Chinese brands drove all the growth in May's new car registration results, according to numbers published this week.
Car industry news
EV sales surge as petrol prices rise
Electric car registrations grew by 60% in April compared to the same month last year, as demand skyrocketed in the face of ever-increasing fuel prices.
Model update
BMW 7 Series gets major Neue Klasse update
The updated BMW 7 Series brings serious technology upgrades and one of the best interiors we've seen – and we got a first look before its world premiere in Beijing.
New model
New Lepas L6 SUV launched
Lepas L6 confirmed for UK launch in late 2026, offered as a plug-in hybrid and electric SUV – with pricing and specs still to follow.
Car industry news
Chinese brands tighten grip on UK new car market in March
March’s new car sales figures show Chinese brands tightening their grip on the UK market, while EVs and plug-in hybrids continue to grow.
