
Alex Robbins
Alex used to be the used cars editor for What Car? and Autocar as well as the Daily Telegraph's consumer motoring editor. He covers all manner of new car news and road tests, but specialises in writing about used cars and modern classics. He's owned more than 40 cars, and can usually be found browsing the CarGurus classifieds, planning his next purchase.
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Alex Robbins: Used EVs are increasing in demand, so get in quick
by Alex Robbins
Rising fuel prices mean more drivers are thinking of switching to EVs. If you are, too, grab one of these bargains: before th...
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2026 Kia EV5 Review | An electric SUV with a long warranty
by Alex Robbins
It isn't the best EV out there to drive, but the Kia EV5 does offer a lot of space - and it comes with a long warranty.

Kia Rio (2017-2023) review | Roomier than you might expect
by Alex Robbins
The Kia Rio is unlikely to set your pulse racing, but it offers sensible, reliable and affordable motoring in a package that ...
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2026 Citroen C5 Aircross review | A down-to-earth family SUV with plenty of room
by Alex Robbins
The Citroen C5 Aircross offers loads of space for relatively little cash, but it's let down by a so-so driving experience.

2026 Omoda 7 review | A petrol family SUV that's big on value
by Alex Robbins
The Omoda 7 is the Chinese brand's best car yet, and proves it's catching up to the mainstream. But while it's cheap, it stil...
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Electric Cars with the Longest Range 2026
by Alex Robbins
Which electric cars have the longest range? Our guide runs through the top 10 new EVs that will go furthest on a full charge.

BMW 2 Series Coupe 2026 review | A driver-focused compact coupe
by Alex Robbins
The BMW 2 Series Coupe is fun to drive and, in M240i form, blisteringly quick too. It’s smarter than your average hot hatch, ...
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Audi A4 Review (2016-2024) | Classy compact executive saloon and estate
by Alex Robbins
The A4 is a brilliant all-rounder with plenty of space and an interior that shames much more expensive cars. It isn't the mos...
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The Most Popular New and Used Cars in the UK in 2025
by Alex Robbins
In 2025, the Ford Puma headed the list of the top-selling cars in the UK. In this guide, we detail all the top 10 finishers.

DS 4 2022-2025 review | Stylish and comfortable premium hatchback
by Alex Robbins
French manufacturer DS aspires to be counted among the go-to premium brands, and the 4 is its answer to the ‘posh hatches’ th...
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Citroen E-Berlingo 2026 review | A highly practical electric MPV
by Alex Robbins
The Citroen E-Berlingo is that relatively rarity: an electric vehicle that's based on a van. That also makes it one of the mo...
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Alex Robbins: The best winter bargains for your 2026 ski or snowboard trip
by Alex Robbins
A winter road trip is an increasingly popular way of getting to the slopes. One of these top ski sleds will get you there smo...
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Alex Robbins: Five bargain nearly-new alternatives for the price of Britain’s cheapest brand new cars
by Alex Robbins
Why buy a super-basic brand new car when you can spend less and get more for your money with one of these stonking nearly-new...
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Alex Robbins: The Best Cheap Cars for Winter
by Alex Robbins
Fed up of struggling when the mercury dips? These cheap cars will get you around in all weathers...

Fiat 500 Hybrid Review 2025 | Fiat's electric city car has been turned into a hybrid (sort of)
by Alex Robbins
The Fiat 500 Hybrid is a smart small car that majors on style. It’s also a lot sweeter to drive than the old one, but with th...
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Fiat 600 2026 review | Stylish SUV with just enough space for the family
by Alex Robbins
If you fancy a Fiat 500, but one simply won’t fit into your life because it’s just too small, well, the Fiat 600 might just b...
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Alex Robbins: The most ‘hygge’ cars to get you through the winter
by Alex Robbins
Cosy, comfortable and, most importantly, cheap to buy, these are the cars that will fill you with joy when the weather outsid...
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Geely EX5 Review 2025 | Bargain-priced family SUV
by Alex Robbins
The Geely EX4 is a mid-size electric SUV for the price of many compact rivals. It's not a class-leader by any stretch but it'...
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Citroen e-C5 Aircross 2025 review | French family SUV with electric power
by Alex Robbins
The Citroen e-C5 Aircross is an all–electric version of the French firm’s second-generation family SUV. A bit of the previous...
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Citroen C3 Aircross Review 2025 | A small yet practical crossover with petrol or electric power
by Alex Robbins
The Citroen C3 Aircross is a small but remarkably practical SUV that places twin emphases on affordability and comfort.

Alex Robbins: Why now’s a brilliant time to buy a used Jaguar
by Alex Robbins
Jaguar’s production hiatus means that second-hand values have slipped. Now’s a great time to buy, before the brand re-launche...
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Volvo XC60 2025 review | A safe and comfortable premium SUV
by Alex Robbins
In typically Swedish fashion, the Volvo XC60 is an SUV built with a healthy dose of common sense. Other SUVs are more versati...
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Alex Robbins: My top picks for modern hot hatch bargains
by Alex Robbins
As manufacturers launch a new wave of electric hot hatches, Alex Robbins digs out some tempting examples of their petrol pred...
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Alex Robbins: How to get a bargain by buying a badge-engineered car
by Alex Robbins
It’s the same car, just with a different badge on it, yet it could save you thousands. Interested? Here’s how to do it.