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Richard Ingram

Richard is a former editor of Carbuyer, as well as sister site DrivingElectric.com, and Deputy Editor at Auto Express. Having spent a decade working in the automotive industry, he understands exactly what makes new car buyers tick.

email: richard_ingram@autovia.co.uk

Toyota Verso gets a facelift
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Toyota Verso gets a facelift

Toyota has given its practical Verso MPV a mid-life makover, consisting of an external facelift and more than 300 other changes.
20 Sep 2012
Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake revealed
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Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake revealed

The Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake adds practicality to Merc's sporty executive
3 Jul 2012
Jaguar XF Sportbrake estate prices
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Jaguar XF Sportbrake estate prices

New Jaguar XF Sportbrake estate prices have been announced
3 Jul 2012
Citroen C5 and DS5 updates
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Citroen C5 and DS5 updates

Citroen has facelifted the C5 and added extra kit to its DS5 flagship
3 Jul 2012
SEAT Toledo returns
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SEAT Toledo returns

The SEAT Toledo name is back, this time on a small hatchback
2 Jul 2012
Mercedes A-Class prices announced
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Mercedes A-Class prices announced

New Mercedes A-Class prices are announced ahead of its launch in December
2 Jul 2012
Hyundai Santa Fe prices announced
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Hyundai Santa Fe prices announced

New Hyundai Santa Fe compact 4x4 heads upmarket
2 Jul 2012
Dacia Duster prices announced
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Dacia Duster prices announced

The Dacia Duster is available to order now, with prices starting from a supermini-rivalling £8,995
2 Jul 2012
Suzuki Alto is UK's cheapest car
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Suzuki Alto is UK's cheapest car

The Suzuki Alto is the UK's cheapest new car, starting at £5,995
2 Jul 2012
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Top spec Kia Sportage KX-4 announced
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Top spec Kia Sportage KX-4 announced

The Kia Sportage KX-4 is the new top-spec version of Kia's popular compact 4x4
2 Jul 2012
BMW 3 Series Modern
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BMW 3 Series Modern

"The BMW 3 Series Modern is a more classy-looking executive car than the Sport model, featuring a very light and airy cabin."
31 May 2012
BMW 3 Series Luxury
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BMW 3 Series Luxury

"Luxury trim is all about comfort and style. The leather seats and chrome trim give the BMW 3 Series a very upmarket feel."
31 May 2012
BMW 3 Series Sport
Car trim reviews

BMW 3 Series Sport

"The Sport brings a touch of excitement to the BMW 3 Series range, without costing the earth."
17 May 2012
BMW 3 Series SE
Car trim reviews

BMW 3 Series SE

"Apart from the single 316d ES model, SE is the entry-level trim to the BMW 3 Series range."
16 May 2012
Fiat 500 Gucci
Car trim reviews

Fiat 500 Gucci

The Fiat 500 Gucci is an expensive special edition model that is aimed at very style-conscious buyers.
3 May 2012
Fiat 500 Pop
Car trim reviews

Fiat 500 Pop

The Pop is the cheapest way into Fiat 500 ownership but comes without air-conditioning as standard.
2 May 2012
Hyundai i30 Classic
Car trim reviews

Hyundai i30 Classic

The entry-level Hyundai i30 Classic is very comfortable and offers incredible value for money, despite not having alloy wheels.
18 Apr 2012
Hyundai i30 Style
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Hyundai i30 Style

The Hyundai i30 Style is the best looking model in the line-up thanks to larger 16-inch alloy wheels and additonal chrome trim.
18 Apr 2012
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Hyundai i30 Active
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Hyundai i30 Active

Choosing between the i30 Active and the Ford Focus Zetec isn't easy. The Hyundai i30 does offers higher equipment levels however.
18 Apr 2012
Ford Focus Edge
Car trim reviews

Ford Focus Edge

The introduction of the Studio range makes the Ford Focus Edge look pricey, with little more equipment. It does come with more powerful engines, thoug…
16 Apr 2012
Honda Civic ES
Car trim reviews

Honda Civic ES

The Honda Civic ES is a mid-range model that will no doubt attract business buyers who require Bluetooth, cruise control and a reversing camera.
13 Apr 2012
Honda Civic EX
Car trim reviews

Honda Civic EX

The top-spec Civic EX is loaded with kit and is also available with a clever automatic braking system that helps to prevent front impacts.
13 Apr 2012
Honda Civic SE
Car trim reviews

Honda Civic SE

The Honda Civic SE is very well equipped for an entry-level model, featuring climate control and 16-inch alloy wheels as standard.
13 Apr 2012
Ford Fiesta Edge
Car trim reviews

Ford Fiesta Edge

Alloy wheels, air conditioning and plusher trim start to appear when you get to mid-range Edge specification, but the cheapest version comes close to …
26 Jan 2012
Skoda Octavia Greenline II
Car trim reviews

Skoda Octavia Greenline II

The Skoda Octavia GreenLine has fuel-saving features that are effective, but the UK’s taxation structure gives no additional benefit to company car dr…
26 Jan 2012
Skoda Yeti Elegance
Car trim reviews

Skoda Yeti Elegance

The Elegance version of the Yeti offers a choice of two engines and plenty of standard equipment.
26 Jan 2012
Vauxhall Astra Exclusiv
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Vauxhall Astra Exclusiv

The Astra is justifiably one of the staples of the UK’s fleet and daily rental market, and Exclusiv trim is aimed squarely at business users.
26 Jan 2012
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Vauxhall Corsa Exclusiv
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Vauxhall Corsa Exclusiv

With the right engine the Vauxhall Corsa Exclusiv makes a fine business car, with low fuel consumption and company car tax, but it is an expensive cho…
26 Jan 2012
Volkswagen Polo Match
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Volkswagen Polo Match

Polo Match is similar in spec and looks to the Moda, but has different alloy wheels and air conditioning as standard. It also offers a wider choice of…
25 Jan 2012
Volkswagen Polo Moda
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Volkswagen Polo Moda

Moda is Volkswagen’s attempt to make the Polo more appealing to younger buyers, but it doesn’t go far enough and has a limited choice of engines.
25 Jan 2012
Vauxhall Astra SE
Car trim reviews

Vauxhall Astra SE

The SE is the second most luxurious Vauxhall Astra, and is available with all the best engines. It's expensive however and depreciation is heavy.
25 Jan 2012
Peugeot 207 Sportium
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Peugeot 207 Sportium

The Peugeot 207 Sportium is mildly more sporty-looking but no faster than the 207 Active. But you do get quite a lot more equipment for around £350 ex…
25 Jan 2012
Peugeot 207 Allure
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Peugeot 207 Allure

The Peugeot 207 Allure is the sportiest model in the 207 range. It has respectable performance, but won’t cost too much to run.
25 Jan 2012
Peugeot 207 Economique
Car trim reviews

Peugeot 207 Economique

This is a Peugeot 207 tuned and set up to minimise fuel consumption and emissions, but the tax savings it offers UK buyers are minimal.
25 Jan 2012
Peugeot 207 Active
Car trim reviews

Peugeot 207 Active

The Peugeot 207 Active has a decent specification for the price and a wide choice of body styles and engines, including one with automatic transmissio…
25 Jan 2012
BMW 1 Series Urban
Car trim reviews

BMW 1 Series Urban

BMW 1 Series Urban models offer so many options that BMW claims there are more than 6,000 personalisation combinations. This trim is focused on luxury…
24 Jan 2012
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