Car Reviews and News

The latest car reviews, news and advice from our team

Get an extra £100 cash with Auto Trader’s Instant Offer and Part Exchange
Here's how to get £100 extra cash when you sell your car with Auto Trader.
News 7 hours ago
Electric giveaway: MINI electric winner announced
Find out who won the Mini Electric in our monthly electric car giveaway
News 9 hours ago
Living with a… Mazda3 e-Skyactiv X
Mazda thinks its Skyactiv X tech can make a conventional petrol engine as frugal as a diesel and as efficient as a hybrid – we’re putting its claims...
Long-term review 1 day ago
Polestar Precept video preview
Rory looks at the Polestar Precept - a gorgeous car that could well be a vision of things to come in the EV market.
News 3 days ago
VW Golf GTI Clubsport 45 video review
Celebrate 45 glorious years of the Volkswagen Golf GTI by taking a trip down memory lane with Rory Reid.
News 3 days ago
Aston Martin Valkyrie 2021: The F1-inspired road car
The Aston Martin Valkyrie 2021 is a monster on wheels and scarier than riding a rollercoaster. Watch Rory Reid hold on for dear life at the Goodwood...
News 4 days ago
Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. BMW X5
Rory puts his personal BMW X5 against the latest version of the Mercedes GLE to discover which of the two is the best premium SUV. Which would you...
News 4 days ago
Number plate changes from September 2021
Find out how changes to number plates from September 2021 will help the DVSA detect offences more easily.
News 4 days ago
SKODA Octavia vRS (2021 - ) review
The perfect car for fast-moving families, the Skoda Octavia vRS adds petrol, diesel and hybrid options to traditional values of style and value
Expert review 4 days ago
Porsche 911 GT3 Touring video review
Rory reviews the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring - an understated track car for people who don't want to look like they're driving a track car.
News 4 days ago
Best electric cars 2021
Which electric cars offer the best range, the brightest tech, and the smoothest drive? Wonder no more. Here's some of the best electric cars...
Best of 4 days ago
Green number plates
What are green number plates and do you need one if you buy an electric car? Our guide covers it all.
Advice 5 days ago
Living with a… Ford Transit Custom Trail (Month 3)
Can a van really work as an alternative to the traditional family SUV? One of the team has put his money where his mouth is to find out…
Long-term review 5 days ago
Citroen C3 Aircross SUV (2021 - ) review
Updated version of Citroën’s distinctive compact crossover adds new tech and trim options as well as fresher looks
Expert review 6 days ago
Stars and their cars – what celebs born in 1971 are driving
You can get yourself a shiny, new 71 number plate from September 2021 onwards. To celebrate the new reg plates, we’re taking a look at the cars...
News 6 days ago
Best EV finance deals
We’ve been combing Auto Trader for the best monthly finance deals on the hottest electric cars out there – here are the latest late summer picks
Best of 1 week ago
Hop aboard the coolest tech at the Olympics 2020
All Olympic and Paralympic games feature some cool technology, and this year was no different. E-Palettes are built specially for the athletes –...
News 1 week ago
Insurance write off categories
Everything you need to know about write off category vehicles, including whether you can buy or sell a write off and what Cat A, Cat B, Cat S and...
Advice 1 week ago
How to sell a car
How to sell your car in 2021, including our top tips for a quick sale and a good price.
Feature 1 week ago
The UK number plate system explained (2021)
UK green number plates and annual number plate changes explained. Find the age of a second-hand car using the number plate, the best time to buy a...
Advice 1 week ago