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The Car Expert has a wide range of articles covering every aspect of buying a new or used car.

Buying a car can be a very stressful and confusing time for many people. Fortunately, The Car Expert has a wide range of articles covering every aspect of buying a new or used car.

Take your time, read through several articles and consider all your options before signing on the dotted line. With our award-winning advice to guide you, you’ll end up with a much better chance of getting the right deal on the right car for your needs.

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Our top car buying articles

The ten golden rules for buying a car

Buying a new or used car? Follow these pearls of wisdom from The Car Expert and make sure you get the right car for the right price.

The best websites for buying a new or used car

With online car buying becoming hugely popular in the UK, which sites should you trust? We round up the top contenders.

I bought a car and now I’ve changed my mind

Buyer’s Remorse is common in the car industry. You've bought a car, and now you've changed your mind or run into problems. What can you do?

Should I buy a pre-registered car?

Pre-registered cars are on the increase again. The salesman says it's a great deal on what is basically a 'brand new car', but what's the real story?

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Which alloy wheel size should I choose?

Alloy wheel size is more than just an aesthetic choice. Opting for larger alloys can also impact the way a car drives.

Everything you need to know about Cupra

Originally nothing more than a trim level on fast SEATs, Cupra has become a successful car brand in its own right.

Why the UK is the perfect size for running an electric car

The UK is essentially perfect for EV adoption due to its compact and dense layout compared to the USA or Australia, or even France.

Everything you need to know about Skoda

Once a laughing stock of the motoring world, Skoda now enjoys one of the highest reputations in the automotive industry.

The 10 worst new cars on sale in 2024

From superminis to SUVs and everything in between, we use our Expert Ratings Index to discover the worst new cars on sale in the UK in 2024.

Five of the safest new small cars on sale in 2024

Using Euro NCAP data, we list five of the safest new small cars on sale, including both petrol and electric models.

Omoda launches in the UK

Chinese car brand Omoda has officially launched in the UK, with its first models now on sale.

Everything you need to know about Audi

Audi, for many years a tiny upstart among the German premium giants, is today one of their number, and only heading upwards.

The best used EV bargains in 2024

With second hand electric car prices tumbling, we look at some of the best battery-powered bargains available on the used market right now.

How does the UK number plate system work?

Many people find the UK number plate system bewildering. The Car Expert explains how it all works and what all the letters and numbers really mean.

Everything you need to know about Jaguar

Jaguar has built its upmarket reputation on a glorious history but is it a brand in danger? Read on to learn more about this classic British marque.

Plug-in hybrid cars enjoying resurgence in the UK

Plug-in hybrid demand has risen over 30% in the UK since January, but what exactly is a plug-in hybrid, and is it the right choice for you?

The best websites for checking a car before you buy

How can you be sure that used car is as good as it looks? We check out the online car checking aids that help prevent you losing your cash.

Rise of the electric city cars

Electric micro-mobility is becoming a big business, with a growing number of small electric city cars looking to appeal to urban drivers.

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.

2024 half-year report – who’s up and who’s down?

The UK car market is changing as we gradually move from fossil fuel cars to EVs. So as we pass through the halfway point of 2024, which car brands are flying high and which are struggling?

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