
Chris Knapman
Having previously written for The Daily Telegraph, What Car?, Auto Express and others, Chris Knapman now oversees the editorial content at CarGurus, covering buying guides and advice, car reviews, motoring news and more.
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Road Tax, Car Tax, VED: What is Vehicle Excise Duty?
Updated on 28 August 2026
If you drive a car on UK roads, you're required to pay VED, also known as road tax. Read our guide to find out just how much ...
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Automotive Reincarnations: Audi A2 and BMW i3
Updated on 12 August 2026
The Audi A2 of 1999 and BMW i3 of 2014 are two cars that on paper appear to be fundamentally different. Explore deeper, howev...
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BMW 3 Series E90 (2006-2011) review | Handsome to look at, and a delight to drive
Updated on 28 July 2026
The fifth-generation BMW 3 Series's looks have aged gracefully - but it's still as brilliant to drive as ever.

How to Buy a Used Car: Five Top Tips
Updated on 29 June 2026
If you're in the market and ready to buy a new car, here are a few easy tips to prepare for the purchase.
How to Prepare to Pass Your Driving Test
Updated on 18 May 2026
The driving test is a rite of passage for countless drivers. Here's some top tips on what it takes to pass.

Should I Buy a Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid or Electric Car?
Updated on 23 April 2026
With a wide range of cars now available with petrol, diesel, hybrid, or electric power, it can be confusing to know what to c...
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Volkswagen Amarok 2026 review | Practical pickup with SUV-like character
Updated on 20 April 2026
The second-generation Volkswagen Amarok is a pickup truck that thinks it's an SUV. But is it better than the Ford Ranger it's...
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Are Manual Cars Being Phased Out?
Updated on 25 March 2026
The number of new cars available to buy with a manual gearbox has absolutely nosedived over the past few years. Our in-depth ...
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Honda CR-V 2026 review | A premium Japanese family SUV
Updated on 5 March 2026
The Honda CR-V is now in its sixth generation. It's an SUV available in both hybrid and plug-in hybrid guise and is bigger an...
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Citroen Ami 2026 review | City transport, not a car
Updated on 16 February 2026
The all-electric Citroen Ami is a quadricycle rather than a car, and it is both brilliant and dreadful in equal measures. Cou...
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Kia Sportage 2026 review | Is this the best family SUV you can buy?
Updated on 8 February 2026
The Kia Sportage is one of the most popular family SUVs in the UK. The latest model also happens to be one of the best.

BYD Seal 6 2026 review | Not quite there yet
Updated on 8 February 2026
The BYD Seal 6 is a plug-in hybrid saloon or estate car for the price of a petrol one. While it has some good points, there a...
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Dacia Duster 2026 review | The value-first family SUV
Updated on 30 January 2026
The Dacia Duster is a budget-focused compact SUV that is now in its third generation. It might not be the plushest model in i...
Read moreDacia Jogger 2026 review | A bargain seven-seat family car
Updated on 30 January 2026
The Dacia Jogger is a 7-seater MPV that wows with its low starting price. But is it worthy of consideration for other reasons...
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How To Get a DVLA Driving Licence Check Code
Updated on 23 January 2026
The DVLA licence check code is an integral part of how your driving licence works. See how you can find yours, why you need i...
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Toyota Prius Review 2025 | One of the most surprising cars you can buy
Updated on 5 December 2025
Lower, wider, and significantly sleeker than its predecessors, the fifth-generation Toyota Prius is an all-together more desi...
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Ford Focus Models and Best Years to Buy
Updated on 28 November 2025
The Ford Focus is one of the most significant cars ever to have graced our roads, not to mention one of the most popular hist...
Read moreVauxhall Frontera Review 2025 | A shockingly priced electric SUV
Updated on 14 November 2025
The Vauxhall Frontera is a roomy compact crossover where the electric model is cheaper to buy than the petrol.

Suzuki Swift Review (2024-present)
Updated on 29 September 2025
The Suzuki Swift is a small and lightweight supermini that is all the better for being slightly more traditional in its appro...
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BYD Seal U Review (2024-present)
Updated on 29 September 2025
The BYD Seal U DM-i is a good-value SUV that competes with the Kia Sportage and VW Tiguan, while offering a plug-in hybrid (P...
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Can I Reclaim VAT When Buying a Car?
Updated on 22 September 2025
There are some car-buying scenarios when VAT can be reclaimed or VAT relief (that is, no VAT is added in the first place) app...
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What Is GAP Insurance and Do I Need It?
Updated on 22 September 2025
When buying a car you might well be offered GAP insurance. But what is it, and how should you buy it?

What Does BYD NEV Stand For? Exploring China's electric car giant
Updated on 2 September 2025
BYD NEV stands for Build Your Dreams New Energy Vehicle. Still confused? Our guide explains all.

Volkswagen Tayron Review (2025-present)
Updated on 29 August 2025
The Volkswagen Tayron is a very good five- or seven-seat family SUV, with a range of petrol, diesel or plug-in hybrid powertr...
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