The Car Expert | Independent, impartial advice for car buyers and car owners https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/ Independent, impartial advice Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:48:45 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-The-Car-Expert-Square-2018-32x32.png The Car Expert | Independent, impartial advice for car buyers and car owners https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/ 32 32 32863076 Beat buyer’s remorse by doing your research https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/beat-buyers-remorse-by-doing-your-research/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/beat-buyers-remorse-by-doing-your-research/#respond Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:48:41 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=265142 A new study reports that more than a third of car owners are dissatisfied with their vehicles, with most of those who are unhappy thinking about changing their car as a result.

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MG 4 now available with bigger battery https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/mg-4-now-available-with-bigger-battery/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/mg-4-now-available-with-bigger-battery/#respond Tue, 08 Aug 2023 16:56:10 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=265181 The electric MG 4 hatchback is now available with a third battery pack option which offers a longer range on a single charge.

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The best car subscription providers https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/the-best-car-subscription-providers/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/the-best-car-subscription-providers/#respond Mon, 07 Aug 2023 11:05:33 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=232855 Ever thought about subscribing to a car rather than leasing it? We've just updated our list of the top car subscription providers in the UK.

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Who or what is Nio? https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/who-or-what-is-nio/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/who-or-what-is-nio/#respond Sat, 05 Aug 2023 20:37:33 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264840 Focusing on the upmarket electric car market, Nio is another Chinese manufacturer soon to set up shop in the UK. But what's different about them?

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MG 4 XPower https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/mg-4-xpower-2023/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/mg-4-xpower-2023/#respond Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:28:44 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264988 The high-performance MG 4 XPower has received a mixed bag of review scores, with praise for its pace and criticism for its driving dynamics.

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Britain’s best-selling cars of 2023 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/britains-best-selling-cars-of-2023/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/britains-best-selling-cars-of-2023/#respond Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=259886 The Ford Puma holds on at the top of the annual best-seller's list after outselling the Vauxhall Corsa by a large margin in July.

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Driving in Germany – what are the rules? https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/driving-in-germany-what-are-the-rules/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/driving-in-germany-what-are-the-rules/#respond Fri, 04 Aug 2023 14:28:43 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264853 Planning on driving to Germany this summer? Here’s what to check – for you and your car – before you set off.

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Industry hoopla masks flat private new car sales https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/industry-hoopla-masks-flat-private-new-car-sales/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/industry-hoopla-masks-flat-private-new-car-sales/#respond Fri, 04 Aug 2023 13:36:38 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264981 Despite positive-sounding press releases from the car industry, there was nothing to really cheer about for consumer new car sales in July. According to registration data published this morning by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), overall new car registrations were up by 28% compared to the same month last year. However, this […]

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Mazda 3 update brings tech and trim changes https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/mazda-3-update-brings-tech-and-trim-changes/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/mazda-3-update-brings-tech-and-trim-changes/#respond Thu, 03 Aug 2023 11:06:47 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264964 Mazda has revised the trim names in its Mazda 3 line-up, and given the family car a larger infotainment display as standard.

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Making sense of EV public charging https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/making-sense-of-ev-public-charging/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/making-sense-of-ev-public-charging/#respond Thu, 03 Aug 2023 10:05:45 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264927 Opting for an electric car can be daunting, particularly when you can't charge at home. Here's what you need to know about public charging.

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New Toyota Land Cruiser SUV revealed https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/new-toyota-land-cruiser-suv-revealed/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/new-toyota-land-cruiser-suv-revealed/#respond Wed, 02 Aug 2023 15:40:55 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264930 Sporting retro exterior looks inspired by its predecessors, a new Toyota Land Cruiser has been announced with its arrival set for 2024.

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Nissan Ariya gains cheaper trim and price reductions https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/nissan-ariya-gains-cheaper-trim-and-price-reductions/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/nissan-ariya-gains-cheaper-trim-and-price-reductions/#respond Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:24:36 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264907 To make its electric Ariya SUV more affordable, Nissan has given the car a new cheaper lead-in trim, and cut prices across the range.

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Renault Clio refresh now available https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/renault-clio-refresh-now-available/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/renault-clio-refresh-now-available/#respond Tue, 01 Aug 2023 16:02:04 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264902 The updated hybrid-only Renault Clio hatchback range is now available to order in the UK, sporting some cosmetic tweaks and tech upgrades.

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Limited-run Volkswagen Polo GTI Edition 25 on sale in August https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/limited-run-volkswagen-polo-gti-edition-25/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/limited-run-volkswagen-polo-gti-edition-25/#respond Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:31:00 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=262845 To mark the 25th anniversary of the Polo GTI's first arrival, Volkswagen will soon sell a more powerful special edition of its compact hot hatch.

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The Car Expert calls for national co-operation on electrifying cars instead of political grandstanding https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/the-car-expert-calls-for-national-co-operation-on-electrifying-cars-instead-of-political-grandstanding/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/the-car-expert-calls-for-national-co-operation-on-electrifying-cars-instead-of-political-grandstanding/#respond Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:41:13 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264836 National unity on the UK’s approach to moving away from fossil-fuelled cars is vital for achieving our climate goals, says The Car Expert.

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New Honda e:Ny1 crossover available from October https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/new-honda-eny1-crossover-available-from-october/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/new-honda-eny1-crossover-available-from-october/#respond Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:08:00 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264818 Honda has announced that its second all-electric model - the compact e:Ny1 SUV - will go on sale in the UK in October.

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Hyundai Tucson review https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/hyundai-tucson-review-2023/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/hyundai-tucson-review-2023/#respond Sat, 29 Jul 2023 22:56:47 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=263988 There’s not many SUVs that you look back at in the car park but the Hyundai Tucson is surprisingly good looking and practical.

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Market value vs agreed value https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/market-value-vs-agreed-value/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/market-value-vs-agreed-value/#respond Sat, 29 Jul 2023 22:47:46 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264755 Everyone wants the best price for their car when the worst happens so we take a look at how market value and agreed value insurance policies affect this.

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Is my car leaking oil? https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/is-my-car-leaking-oil/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/is-my-car-leaking-oil/#respond Sat, 29 Jul 2023 21:54:22 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=264751 It’s your engine’s lifeblood and something you simply can’t do without. How can you spot that your car is leaking oil, and what should you do?

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Should Londoners sell their cars ahead of the 2023 ULEZ extension? https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/should-londoners-sell-their-cars-ahead-of-the-2023-ulez-extension/ https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/should-londoners-sell-their-cars-ahead-of-the-2023-ulez-extension/#respond Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.thecarexpert.co.uk/?p=257523 By late August, the latest ULEZ extension will stretch to almost everywhere inside the M25. What does this mean if you live or work in Greater London?

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