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The Longest Car Warranties in the UK

The Longest Car Warranties in the UK

by Al Suttie | 12 June 2025

A new car warranty offers peace of mind during the time you own the car, and also for whoever takes the car on second-hand. H...

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10 Best Fast Fords Ever

10 Best Fast Fords Ever

by Dan Prosser | 4 June 2025

Ford has built some of the world's archetypal everyday performance cars… plus the odd mid-engined exotic. Here are 10 of the ...

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The Best Audi RS Cars Ever

The Best Audi RS Cars Ever

by Dan Prosser | 23 May 2025

Audi more or less invented the four-wheel drive performance car in 1980 when it launched the original Quattro. Only a handful...

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The Best BMW M Cars

The Best BMW M Cars

by Bob Harper | 15 May 2025

Want to know which the best BMW M cars are? These are the best cars that BMW's M Division has ever made, from sports cars and...

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The Best Cheap First Cars for New Drivers in 2025

The Best Cheap First Cars for New Drivers in 2025

by Bob Harper | 8 April 2025

For new drivers, buying a first car is hugely exciting. Here's how to find the best first car without breaking the bank.

Best ULEZ-Compliant Cars for all Budgets 2025

Best ULEZ-Compliant Cars for all Budgets 2025

by Matt Rigby | 28 March 2025

You don't need to run an electric or hybrid car to avoid paying the ULEZ charge, as our top choices prove. Here's our list of...

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The Best Green Cars for 2025

The Best Green Cars for 2025

by Bob Harper | 19 March 2025

Whether you want an electric car, a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid or a regular petrol or diesel vehicle, these are the best green ...

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The Most affordable Sports Cars to Insure in 2025

The Most affordable Sports Cars to Insure in 2025

by Alex Robbins | 17 March 2025

Insuring a new sports car costs a fortune, doesn't it? Not always. Here's our pick of the best sports cars with sensible insu...

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The Best Diesel Hybrid Cars to Buy in 2025

The Best Diesel Hybrid Cars to Buy in 2025

by Al Suttie | 12 March 2025

Diesel hybrid cars are not terribly common. But where available they can offer some of the best fuel economy going.

Best Cars with 3 Isofix Points 2025

Best Cars with 3 Isofix Points 2025

by David Motton | 22 January 2025

Looking for a car with three Isofix points? These models allow you to install three child seats in the back and still leave r...

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The Best Cars for Dog Owners 2025

The Best Cars for Dog Owners 2025

by Ivan Aistrop | 9 January 2025

You can transport a dog in just about any car, but some are much better suited to the task than others. Here's our list of th...

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Five Car-Buying Tips for New Parents on a Budget

Five Car-Buying Tips for New Parents on a Budget

by Vicky Parrott | 14 October 2024

We’re big on kids at CarGurus. Here on the team, we’ve got them all – from little ones that won’t leave you alone, to big one...

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The Fastest Cars in the World in 2024

The Fastest Cars in the World in 2024

by Al Suttie | 29 January 2024

Setting the world record for the highest top speed of any production car comes with special bragging rights, and if you can c...

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Best JDM Cars and Japanese Domestic Market Cars Explained

Best JDM Cars and Japanese Domestic Market Cars Explained

by Ethan Jupp | 15 January 2024

JDM stands for Japanese Domestic Market, and is perhaps the world’s dominant motoring subculture. Here we explain how it came...

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The Best New Cars Coming in 2023

The Best New Cars Coming in 2023

by Jack Carfrae | 18 October 2023

There are plenty of exciting new cars hitting the market in 2023. Here's our pick of the best, including the Volvo EX90 and K...

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The Most Reliable Car Brands in the UK

The Most Reliable Car Brands in the UK

by Alex Robbins | 18 October 2023

Data from more than 130,000 warranty policy plans reveals the UK's most dependable cars.

The Best Electric Cars 2022: A Great Year for New EVs

The Best Electric Cars 2022: A Great Year for New EVs

by Alex Robbins | 18 October 2023

With several big brands entering the electric car fray for the first time, and some old hands bringing groundbreaking new tec...

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The Best Electric Cars 2023: The Most Exciting EVs Coming Soon

The Best Electric Cars 2023: The Most Exciting EVs Coming Soon

by Alex Robbins | 18 October 2023

With several big brands entering the electric car fray for the first time, and some old hands bringing groundbreaking new tec...

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Best Electric Cars of 2021: The year EVs went mainstream

Best Electric Cars of 2021: The year EVs went mainstream

by Vicky Parrott | 18 October 2023

We round up some of the best and most exciting electric cars that arrived on our shores in 2021, including the BMW i4 and Tes...

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The Best Car Tech Features Coming in 2023

The Best Car Tech Features Coming in 2023

by Matt Rigby | 18 October 2023

From folding steering wheels to an all-new version of Apple CarPlay, here's some of the best tech headed to the automotive wo...

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How to Buy a Used Car: Five Top Tips

How to Buy a Used Car: Five Top Tips

by Chris Knapman | 18 October 2023

If you're in the market and ready to buy a new car, here are a few easy tips to prepare for the purchase.

CarGurus UK Best Used Car Awards 2019

CarGurus UK Best Used Car Awards 2019

by Chris Knapman | 18 October 2023

The CarGurus Used Car Awards credit the best used cars you could buy in 2019 according to our unique data insights and an exp...

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Best Car Gadgets: Top 5 Picks for 2023

Best Car Gadgets: Top 5 Picks for 2023

by Chris Knapman | 18 October 2023

We can't all afford brand new cars with all the bells and whistles. Here are a few of the best car gadgets worth adding if yo...

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