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Living with a... Ford Fiesta
You probably know what we're going to say... the Ford Fiesta is the UK's best-selling car ever. 'But why?' you ask. Digital content editor Rachael Hogg is spending six months with one to find out.
Living with a... Ford Focus
Phill Tromans swaps an SUV and a pick-up truck for one of Britain’s favourite hatchbacks.
Ford Edge SUV (2018 - ) review
Ford’s largest and most luxurious SUV is the Edge, which attempts to make buyers who fancy an Audi Q5, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC or a Volvo XC60 think twice.
Ford EcoSport SUV (2017 - ) review
Ford reckons the latest upgrades to the Ecosport are enough to make it feel like an all-new car and a credible rival to the Seat Arona, Renault Captur and Nissan Juke.
Ford Focus Hatchback (2018 - ) review
The Ford Focus is the benchmark by which all family hatchbacks are measured, and it also happens to be one of the best-selling cars in the UK. And all that in the face of very tough competition in the form of the Seat Leon, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf.
Best Car for City Driving: Ford Kuga
Find out why the Ford Kuga is the 2018 winner of our Best Car for City Drivers award.
Ford Fiesta hatchback (2017 - ) review
The previous Fiesta outsold everything else in its class, but with newer rivals like the Seat Ibiza and Volkswagen Polo to contend with, Ford knows it cannot rest on its laurels. Welcome to the eighth iteration of the Ford Fiesta.
Ford Fiesta ST hatchback (2018 - ) review
The Ford Fiesta ST is a small hot hatch, but don’t go thinking it’s some cheap alternative to a ‘proper’ hot hatch. This car has the tools to shame much more expensive machinery, not to mention the Renaults and Peugeots with which it competes directly.
The REV Test: Small hatchbacks
This week, Vicki, Erin and Rachael are testing three of the most popular small hatchbacks, based on how people search for them at Auto Trader.
New 2018 Ford Focus unveiled
The popular rival to the likes of the Volkswagen Golf and Vauxhall Astra is back with an all-new model.
Ford Mustang Convertible (2017 - ) review
The Ford Mustang is an icon across the world, and has been for decades, but the car is still a relatively unknown quantity on UK shores. Does the latest version now have what it takes to impress in Europe?
Ford Mustang Coupe (2017 - ) review
The Ford Mustang is an icon across the world, and has been for decades, but the car is still a relatively unknown quantity on UK shores. Does the latest version now have what it takes to impress in Europe?
Ford Mustang Bullitt special edition shown at Geneva
Ford reveals a special edition of its Mustang, badged Bullitt, and announces plans to put it on sale in the UK later this year.
Ford reveals festive Focus RS Red Edition
Ford's limited edition hot hatch is now available in red, just in time for Christmas.
The rise of the White Van Woman
According to Auto Trader research, 32% of van owners in the UK are women. And 40% of van drivers use the van for activities outside of business. Is the humble van finally diversifying?
Ford Edge SUV (2015 - ) review
Ford of Europe is in desperate need of a full-size SUV to re-engage with customers who are deserting traditional saloon and estate cars in their droves. Is Uncle Sam’s Edge the answer to those European prayers?
I was a judge on The Apprentice
Auto Trader's Editorial Director Erin Baker judged two teams as they tried to pitch a new car campaign on the BBC show.
Simplified Ford Mondeo range announced
With the number of trim levels cut from seven to five and new, lower prices, the Mondeo looks a more attractive proposition to families and company users alike.
Ford reveals revised Mustang
Changes to Ford’s iconic muscle car include a new look, as well as updates to engine and suspension, and extra safety kit, which the company says should improve its disappointing safety rating.
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Meet the Auto Trader team
Erin Baker
Editorial director
Erin spent most of her career as a motoring journalist on The Daily Telegraph. Still enjoys fast cars, but spends most of her free time driving round four kids in a SUV.
Ivan Aistrop
Road test editor
Ivan has been testing cars and writing reviews since 2000. There aren't many motors out there that he hasn't driven.
Phill Tromans
Senior road tester
A journalist since 2001, Phill spent more than a decade testing cars in the UK and abroad, working for Autocar, Fleet News and Evo Middle East.
May Starey
Video & image editor
May manages all of Auto Trader's editorial photo and video activity, along with our YouTube channel.
Rachael Hogg
Digital editor
Rachael has been a journalist since 2012, covering all aspects of the motor industry. She manages and writes Auto Trader’s content.