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2023

Falling new electric car prices have had an inevitable knock-on effect on used EV pricing – great if you’re looking to buy a used EV, not so much if you’re trying to sell one. Stuart talks to Tom Haynes about the changing marketplace.
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Stuart appears on an (unintentionally) hilarious GB News TV ‘debate’ to talk about electric cars. Unfortunately, it was mainly some old bloke ranting for two minutes solid about how much he doesn’t like EVs, including a load of ‘facts’ that he simply made up…
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BBC WM: Jaguar Land Rover invests in the West Midlands

Stuart talks to the BBC West Midlands breakfast team about the exciting news that Jaguar Land Rover is investing heavily in upgrading its UK production facilities in the West Midlands to build a new generation of electric models.

BBC CWR: Jaguar Land Rover's big £15 billion investment

Stuart talks to Phil Upton about Jaguar Land Rover’s announcement of a £15 billion investment to drive its conversion to electric vehicles, with money being used to upgrade its four UK manufacturing facilities and design a new range of cars here in the UK.

GB News: Safe driving tips for this week's blizzards

Stuart appears on GB News TV to talk to Isabel and Eamonn about the dangers of driving in the snowy and icy conditions across the UK this week.

This is Money (the finance section of the Daily Mail) reports on The Car Expert’s analysis of 2022 car finance data, which shows that new borrowing reached a record £41 billion.
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Stuart talks to Trish Adudu about media reports that Jaguar Land Rover is demanding £500 million from the UK government to build a battery factory, under threat of moving its car production to Spain.
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Last year was a record for car finance, but things may be changing as we shift to electric cars. The Evening Standard reports on The Car Expert’s analysis of the UK car finance market and increasing popularity of salary sacrifice for EV buyers.
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BBC News: Ford to cut 1,300 UK jobs

Stuart talks to Lukwesa Burak about Ford’s announcement that it will shed nearly 4,000 staff across Europe, including 1,300 here in the UK, as it restructures to develop electric vehicles. (Note – interview ended early due to BBC technical issues)
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Birmingham has been suffering from a spate of brazen car parts theft in recent months, where thieves have been stealing parts from vehicles parked in public car parts.
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Stuart talks to Elliott Webb about that sinking feeling when you get back to where you think you parked your car and it’s not there.
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The London Evening Standard consults Stuart on what to expect in the electric vehicle market for 2023, with several new names set to appear on UK roads.
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Stuart talks to Tammy Gooding about the falling number of cars built in the UK. Does car manufacturing have a future in this country or are we destined to simply import cars from overseas?
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Stuart talks to Anita McVeigh about the challenges facing UK car production as new data shows that 2022 was the worst year since 1956.
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Daily Express: Government's new MOT test consultation

The government is looking for feedback about proposed changed to the annual MOT testing requirements. Stuart explains to Kris Boratyn why change is necessary to make sure the MOT test is still relevant to modern cars.
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BBC World Business Report: European Car of the Year 2023

Stuart talks to Aaron Heslehurst about the results of the European Car of the Year Award, which was won by the all-new Jeep Avenger. What will it mean for Jeep sales in 2023?
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Stuart talks to Miles Brignall about how the cost-of-living crisis is affecting car finance customers, and explains how voluntary termination allows them to exit an agreement (under certain circumstances).
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Stuart comments on the 2022 sales success of the British-built Nissan Qashqai – highlighting the benefits of UK car production for the local economy.
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2022

Stuart talks to Abigail Donoghue about the risks of applying hot water – either directly or in a bag – to an iced-up windscreen in winter.
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GB News: Staying safe (and legal) in wintry conditions

Stuart appears on GB News TV to talk to Isabel and Martin about how to make sure you’re staying safe and legal if you’re heading out on the roads during the current cold snap.

The Telegraph and The Sun both report on The Car Expert’s research into car finance ,as people across the UK are struggling to continue making their car finance payments as the cost-of-living crisis grips households.
The Telegraph, The Sun

As costs of living soar, consumers may regret expensive finance loans. Stuart talks to Claer Barrett about the state of the car finance market.
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Stuart talks to Peter White about how used car pricing – why they’re so high and how soon they’ll start to come down.
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Increasing cost-of-living pressures could lead to thousands of drivers defaulting on their car finance payments. Stuart talks to Tom Haynes about the risks for borrowers.
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Stuart talks to David Byers about how rising interest rates are pushing up car finance payments, and suggests some ways to trade down to save money.
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With new cars being in short supply, used car values are much higher than normal. Stuart talks to Tom Haynes about the impact for both buyers and sellers.
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Rob Hull, writing for the ‘This is Money’ section of the Daily Mail, covers The Car Expert’s investigation into car finance debt and concerns over household budgets.
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Rachel Moss pulls together a list of tips for how to manage as interest rates keep on rising, including car finance advice from The Car Expert
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Industry analysts at AM-Online reported on The Car Expert’s research into soaring car finance debt, which has now hit more than £40bn a year.
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Stuart talks to Elliott Webb about the growing number of EV chargers on the streets, and what to expect as we get ever-closer to the 2030 cut-off for new petrol cars.
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The New Statesman looks back at the history of the Ford Fiesta, including data from The Car Expert’s exclusive analysis of what went wrong for the UK’s favourite car.
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Stuart talks to Peter White about how car finance payments are now much more expensive than they have been in the past.
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Stuart talks to Roberto Perrone about Ford’s announcement that the Fiesta small car is being axed after 46 years of production.
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A poll on the Express website has shown that car buyers don’t want to make the switch to electric or plug-in hybrid cars just yet.
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Many titles, including The Scotsman, The Yorkshire Post, NationalWorld and others report on The Car Expert’s investigation into the UK’s car finance debt.
The Scotsman, The Yorkshire Post, NationalWorld and many others

Stuart talks to Roberto Perrone about the increasing rates of car theft from new cars with ‘keyless’ entry technology. Even the president of the AA had his car stolen!
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Drivers are turning away from oversized diesels and to smaller or electric vehicles, said Stuart to the Daily Express. Value brands like Dacia and MG are gaining market share and more affordable models dominate the top-10 sellers.
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Stuart talks to Chris Golds about the state of the new car market, with supply heavily restricted and some models not even available to order.
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Daily Mail and The Sun: Electric car owners short-changed by short cables

The Daily Mail and The Sun both report on The Car Expert’s research into EV charging cable length, with short cables making it tricky for owners to charge their cars.
Daily Mail, The Sun

Stuart talks to Babs Michel about the current high prices of used cars, and offers some tips for used car buyers to avoid being ripped off by car dealers.
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The Daily Record looks at soaring petrol and diesel prices, with more drivers considering an electric car to replace their current vehicle. Stuart comments on the government’s promise to fund more on-street charging points.
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The London Evening Standard launches an EV adoption campaign called Plug It In, consulting Stuart on the best new EVs for different types of car buyers and predicting what London will look like ‘beyond petrol’.
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The Sun reports on The Car Expert’s analysis of new car buying trends in 2022, showing that UK buyers are looking for cars that are smaller, cheaper and greener.
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Stuart explains the ins and outs of the personal contract purchase (PCP) to Jo Dunbar, what to look out for and what other sort of finance options may also be suitable.
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Stuart talks to Rebecca Flood about a viral video doing the rounds on TikTok that shows a woman appearing to open a locked car window using nothing but sticky tape. Does it actually work?
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The Daily Mail wonders where Britain ranks in the global car manufacturing league, so it turns to our Expert Rating Index for the definitive rankings.
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Stuart gives Tom Hussey some top tips on buying a second-hand car, for both buying online and in person at a dealership.
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2021

Stuart talks to Babs Michel about record second-hand car prices, whether it’s a good time to buy a car and what to look for in a used car.
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An outage for a Tesla app has left hundreds of Tesla car owners unable to unlock or start their cars. Stuart explains how reliance on convenience technology can catch owners out.
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Also reported in the UK at The Guardian, The Independent, Mail+ and The Express, and on many other news sites around the world.

Stuart talks to Verity Cowley about the current boom in second-had car prices, and whether it’s a good time to be buying a car or selling your current vehicle.
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Electric cars aren’t cheap to buy, but they do cost a lot less to run than a petrol car. Stuart talks about the progress being made in charging infrastructure and battery range for electric cars.
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The country’s biggest electric car charging provider, BP Pulse, has been heavily criticised for failures with installations and smart charging apps. Stuart talks to Matt Allwright about what’s going wrong and what needs to be done.
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There are more options than ever for selling your car. Moneyweek reports on our advice to consumers, with Andrew Charman warning car owners to be wary of car buying services that try to haggle prices down from their initial offer.
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High demand and a shortage of new car supplies have lead to soaring prices for used cars. Stuart talks to Roberto Perrone about what this means for anyone looking to buy a car (or sell their current car!).
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Investment is pouring into EV infrastructure in the UK as we head towards 2030, but there’s still a long way to go. Stuart talks to Benji Hyer about the progress is being made and the hurdles that need to be overcome.
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Theft of catalytic converters has skyrocketed over the last year, as thieves target them for their valuable precious metals. Stuart talks to Jim White about why hybrid cars are particularly vulnerable and what owners can do to protect their cars.
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The electric car will ultimately kill off the manual gearbox, but its demise has been coming for a long time anyway. Stuart talks to Thomas Grose at US News about the shift from manual to automatic gearboxes.
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A rare Aston Martin DB5 Volante with several celebrity owners is coming up for auction. Stuart chats to Christo Foufas about British car manufacturing and the best British cars of all time.
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New rules will mean that car insurance companies will not be able to charge existing customers more than new customers, a practice known as ‘price walking’. Stuart talks to Roberto Perrone about what this means for car owners.
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BBC Essex: Personalised number plates

Personalised number plates remain as popular as ever, and Stuart talks to Sonia Watson about why car buyers can’t get enough of customised plates that send a message to the world.
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Another piece looking at the growth of online used car buying over the last year. Stuart explains the benefits of consumer rights protection for any purchase made online. We’re not taking responsibility for the car finance tips provided, though, which contained several inaccuracies and didn’t come from The Car Expert!
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China is the world’s largest producer of electric cars, so is the growth in electric vehicles simply playing into China’s hands? Stuart talks to Winifred Robinson about global car production and what it means for consumers.
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Are taxpayers going to be forced to pay for EV charging points to be installed all over the countryside? Stuart talks to Sadie Nine about what’s needed and where the money to pay for it all will be coming from.
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The coronavirus has led to a rapid increase in the number of people buying new cars online. Stuart explains why you actually have more rights when buying online than in a showroom.
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Two of the world’s largest car companies have merged into one huge conglomerate. Stuart talks to Rob Young about the implications of Groupe PSA (Peugeot, Citroën, Vauxhall, etc) merging with FCA (Fiat, Chrysler, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, etc).
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2020

Following a government announcement to bring forward the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales to 2030, Stuart talks to John Bevir about the implications for the UK’s transition to an electrified new car market over the next decade.
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Stuart talks to Andy Whittaker about the government’s announcement that new petrol and diesel car sales will be banned from 2030, and what it means for car buyers.
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Electric vehicles are in the news a lot at the moment. Stuart talks to Dave Monk about electric cars, answering questions and dispelling myths about the future of driving.
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PCP car finance is still misunderstood by many car buyers. Stuart explains the full implications of what you’re borrowing and what to look out for.
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Main dealer, independent garage or private sale? Stuart provides some top tips about what to look for when buying a used car – even if you have zero mechanical knowledge.
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Stuart appears on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme to talk about used car warranties. Are they more than just a waste of money?
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Stuart spoke to BBC News and Radio 4’s You and Yours programme about the growing number of drivers who are choosing to take their driving test in an automatic and not bother to learn to change gears.
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Stuart appears on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme to talk about consumer rights when handing back your car on a PCP finance agreement.
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New keyless entry technology make life convenient, but they can make your car very easy to steal. Stuart explains how to keep your car secure.
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Stuart explains some of the risks with having a dealer sell your car on consignment if you don’t have a clearly-written agreement to protect yourself.
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Stuart talks to Winifred Robinson about car dealers reporting strong sales in their first two weeks after re-opening post-lockdown.
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As car dealers re-open, there are thousands of new cars ready to be delivered to their new owners. But how much new business is set to be done in coming months?
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Stuart talks to Jamie Doward about what car buyers can expect as dealerships start to re-open after lockdown thanks to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Stuart talks to Ben Carter from BBC Radio 4’s Money Box in a special podcast that explores lots of different aspects of car finance, with lots of advice for car buyers during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Car Dealer Magazine: Are car finance lenders in trouble?

The car finance industry could be on the brink of collapse as thousands of consumers risk defaulting on loans because of coronavirus. Stuart suggests the government needs to offer similar help to that given to mortgage lenders.
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Stuart talks to Paul Lewis on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme about how car finance has been impacted by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, and what options customers have if they hit financial difficulties.
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Stuart explains how PCP car finance has been kicking problems down the road for the car finance sector, and how the coronavirus epidemic could bring the whole industry crashing down.
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Stuart discusses the potential ramifications of the coronavirus pandemic for the car finance sector and the automotive industry overall, with millions of car owners currently locked into PCP agreements.
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Stuart talks to Olly Barratt for CNA (Channel NewsAsia) about the challenges facing the UK car manufacturing industry after Brexit finally goes ahead.
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2019

Stuart talks to Louise Cooper on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box Live programme about what to watch out for when buying a car on finance, and why you should always read the small print.
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Stuart talks to Peter White on BBC Radio 4’s You & Yours programme about car scrappage schemes, and why other countries are far more generous than the UK with incentives to get polluting older cars off our roads.
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Stuart talks to Sarah Arnold about the challenges facing a nationwide adoption of electric cars, such as a lack of public charging facilities.
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Stuart talks to Ruth Alexander on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme about proposed new changes to car finance regulations and how they will benefit car buyers.
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Stuart talks to Winifred Robinson on BBC Radio 4’s You & Yours programme about the changing face of car dealerships and the financial struggles many of them are having at the moment.
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Fewer than 50% of people pass their driving test on their first attempt, and there are often many things to blame. Stuart describes some of the reasons why drivers fail their test. 
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Stuart appears on the BBC News Ask This programme, talking about the realities of living with an electric car and what needs to change to increase sales of EVs beyond the current 1% of market share. Watch here

Stuart talks to Chris Warbuton about new regulations that require electric cars to make a noise at low speeds to alert pedestrians of their presence.
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Following on from the Money Box programme, the BBC News website reports on the increasing number of consumers complaining about car finance practices.
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Stuart talks to Paul Lewis on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme about the increasing number of car finance complaints received by the Financial Ombudsman Service.
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Stuart talks to Mark Dennison about a climate committee recommendation to bring forward the ban on purely petrol or diesel cars from 2040 to 2030.
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Stuart talks to Eddie Nestor about the Financial Conduct Authority’s report into the car finance sector, and what it means for car buyers.
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Stuart talks to Oliver Hides about the issues facing the UK car industry in 2019, and the latest round of job cuts announced by Jaguar Land Rover.
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2018

Stuart talks to Jessica Lindsay about what the future of autonomous cars will mean for the average driver, and whether it will mean more car sex for everyone!
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Stuart talks to Laura Shannon about why PCP deals are so popular with dealers, and why they may not necessarily be the best solution for car buyers.
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Stuart talks to Elliott Webb on BBC Radio Hereford & Worcester about the latest new car reliability surveys, looking at the best and worst cars on sale today.
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Stuart talks to Winifred Robinson on BBC Radio 4’s You & Yours programme about what happens to your car finance agreement if you should die before it finishes.
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Coventry has seen its fair share of new car production during the past 100 years. But Stuart says the Jaguar Land Rover Classic operation is building new cars unlike pretty much anything attempted in the area before. Read here

Love Sport Radio: Top car buying tips

Nothing to do with football! Stuart shares his top car buying tips, and discusses diesel and depreciation, with Ed Bowsher on Love Sport Radio’s current affairs programme.

2017

Stuart talks to Paul Lewis on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme about how rising new car prices and falling used car values may affect your PCP car finance deal.
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Channel 4 Dispatches: PCP car finance

Stuart assists a Channel 4 investigation into dodgy car finance selling practices, offering advice and information about how PCP car finance works.

Stuart joins Martin Bamford on an Informed Choice Radio podcast to explain the core principles of car finance and help listeners to understand what to expect when they take out a car finance agreement.
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Stuart talks to Paul Lewis on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme about the problems of car dealers mis-selling PCP car finance and shares tips on how to avoid being stitched up.
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Stuart appears on TRT World’s Insight programme, talking to Martin Stanford about the potential for hydrogen fuel cell cars to become economically viable with Dr Anna Ploszajski from UCL.
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Stuart talks to Winifred Robinson on BBC Radio 4’s You & Yours programme about MPs’ concerns on PCP car finance and used car values. Should we all be worried?
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Stuart talks to Paul Lewis on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box programme about the pros and cons of buying a new car using PCP car finance, and what you need to look out for.
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Stuart talks to Georgie Frost on Share Radio’s morning programme, discussing the highlights and big talking points of the 2017 Geneva motor show.
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2016

Stuart shares his car buying advice with Nationwide building society. What to look out for, and the importance of understanding the different finance options available.
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The classic car market is continuing to grow. Stuart writes for Classic Trader about the pros and cons of investing in a classic car.
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2015

NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland: Buying a car

Stuart starred in a campaign for NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland on car finance. The programme consisted of four informational videos, a live Twitter Q&A and writing several advice articles for the NatWest and RBS websites.
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Mail on Sunday: Volkswagen emissions scandal

The damning revelations of Volkswagen’s emissions cheating has rocked confidence in the brand and the car industry in general. Stuart suggests that savvy car buyers can use this to their advantage.
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Sky News: Electric cars – battery or hydrogen fuel cell?

Stuart appears on Sky News to talk about the differences between batteries and hydrogen fuel cells to power electric vehicles.
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LV Car Insurance: An owner's guide to classic car investment

Owning a classic car definitely has its pros and cons. Stuart writes about his experiences with Big Red, his own 1973 Jaguar XJ6.
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2014

StepChange Money Aware: Five tips to make your fuel go further

Fuel is one of the biggest expenses in running a car. Stuart explains five easy ways that any driver in any car can save money on their fuel bill.
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FHM: The power of brands

Stuart discusses why supercars cost more than your house, and how the same pile of parts go into a SEAT, Volkswagen and an Audi – for three very different prices.

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