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Hyundai i20

Rightly so, much has been made of Hyundai's climb from budget brand to mainstream carmaker that occasionally nibbles on the heels of premium models. But, in many ways, the Hyundai i20 feels like a car that's caught back in time – its generous equipment list and excellent warranty designed to make up for the fact that it's fundamentally off the pace. And if that sounds harsh it shouldn't do because the i20 is up against cars that are pound-for-pound...

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Toyota Yaris

If the Toyota Yaris was a European country it would be Sweden. Famed for being taxing on the wallet,...

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BMW iX3

Not only is BMW late to the party, it's played it straight with a dull 'casual shirt and chinos' approach....

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Can I stop my car pumping out blue smoke?

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I want an electric car to replace two diesel cars. What do you suggest?

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How will Covid-19 affect used car values in 2021?

We asked the experts what they thought would happen to used car values in 2021. This is what they told us.

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Government reportedly considering new 'pay-per-mile' road tax system

The report states that Rishi Sunak is is exploring ways to replace lost fuel duty and vehicle excise duty (VED) as the mainstream shift to electric vehicles grows closer.

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One in seven drivers have no car security measures

Over the last five years, car theft in England and Wales has increased by 29 per cent.

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EV charging infrastructure and plug-in grant scheme given £1.9b investment

£950m is allocated to support the rollout of rapid EV charging hubs at every service station on England’s motorways and major A-roads.

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Public spending on pot hole repairs revealed in new report

Cornwall has the highest number of potholes - with over 210,000 reported since January 2017, but it didn't spend the most on repairing potholes.

Coronavirus: What it means for car buyers and owners

The latest coronavirus advice and information for car buyers and owners.

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Coronavirus: Can I still drive my car during England's lockdown?

As England heads into a second national lockdown, motorists are advised to only travel if necessary.

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Coronavirus: DVSA refuses to rule out second MoT extension

Another MoT test extension is not being ruled out as a second lockdown will come into force in England on Thursday.

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Coronavirus: Can I buy a car during the Covid-19 lockdown?

Thousands of showrooms have closed their doors, but you can still buy a new or used car. We tell you how.

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Coronavirus: Will trickle charging or jump-starting your car's battery invalidate the warranty?

Latest car manufacturer advice for trickle charging and jump starting your car.

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Our money-saving guide is updated daily - sometimes several times a day - kicking off with just-found deals and offers and moving into money saving information from other parts of the site.

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Monthly PCPs for under £150

PCP deals aren't for everyone, but if you're after low monthly payments and want a new car, they can be cost effective. These are the best for under £150 a month.

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Our nifty calculator tells you whether your'e better off with a petrol or diesel ... or even a hybrid or electric model...

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From city hatchbacks to crossovers, we've hunted-down the best deals on the market

Scrappage schemes for 2020

If you want to buy a new car and are looking to trade-in an older vehicle against it, one of the current scrappage schemes could save you money.

Coronavirus: How to buy a car after the lockdown

Everything you need to know if you want to buy a car post-COVID-19 lockdown.

How Much Is My Car Worth?

How much is your car currently worth? Find out with the Honest John Used Car Pricing tool.

Is an electric car right for me?

Get the full lowdown on electric cars and EV charging with our in-depth guide.

Latest NHS new car deals and discounts

If you work for the NHS then you may automatically qualify for a new car discount.

Honest John Satisfaction Index 2020

Discover the best new and used cars in the UK with the Honest John Satisfaction Index 2020.

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Top 10: Highest rated SUVs and crossovers

The growth in the popularity of SUVs and crossovers, particularly among family buyers, continues to grow. But which are rated the highest by actual owners in the Honest John Satisfaction Index?

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Top 10: Practical cars

When it comes to practicality, cars have to hit a lot of briefs. So from usable space to low boot lips and 'magic seats', we've rounded up the top 10 most practical cars based on owner feedback.

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Top 10: Least reliable cars

These are the least reliable cars according to the results of our Satisfaction Index 2020.

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Top 10: Worst cars

These are the UK’s 10 worst rated cars, according to the Honest John Satisfaction Index 2020.

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Our unique car seat calculator shows you which child and baby car seats will fit your car.

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Top 10: Best car seats for babies 2019

Choosing the first seat for your baby can be a headache. Get through the jargon and the legalities with our pick of the ten best currently on the market.

Baby & Child Seats

Top 10: Car seats of 2019

There are lots of car child seats on the market, but we reckon these are the 10 best you can buy right now, across a variety of different sizes and price ranges.

Baby & Child Seats

Review: Nuna MYTI

Nuna products are at the pricier end of the car seat market, but the quality shines through and the MYTI certainly feels worth the price.

Baby & Child Seats

Review: Cybex Solution Z-Fix

Considering this seat will last your child nine years, it seems a worthwhile investment, especially as it feels built to last.

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Review: Cybex Sirona Z i-Size R

Choosing a car seat can be a pain. It means visiting every child seat manufacturer — either online or in-store — to see if their seat fits your car and, if it does, whether it goes where you want it to. Instead, try our Car Seat Chooser tool. Tell us what car you have, or plan to get, and we will...

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Review: Hyundai 3-in-1 vacuum, leaf blower and mulcher

What is it? This 3000W garden tool from Hyundai is an electric leaf blower, vacuum and mulcher. It has a detachable 45-litre mulching bag to contain the leaves and grass that it vacuums up, reducing garden debris to one-tenth of its original volume - meaning it takes up less space in...

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Review: CF Moto 650 GT

What is it? The 650 GT from CF Moto is just about the most affordable way into middleweight touring as you’re going to get when buying a new bike. While some might still snicker at the thought of a bike built in China competing on anything other than price, the 650 GT has a whole lot of other reasons...

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Ask Honest John More questions

Can I stop my car pumping out blue smoke?

Does rapid charging damage electric vehicles?

I want an electric car to replace two diesel cars. What do you suggest?

How often should I use the aircon in my car?

Latest News More news

Government reportedly considering new 'pay-per-mile' road tax system

One in seven drivers have no car security measures

EV charging infrastructure and plug-in grant scheme given £1.9b investment

Public spending on pot hole repairs revealed in new report

Coronavirus More Coronavirus advice

Coronavirus: Can I still drive my car during England's lockdown?

Coronavirus: DVSA refuses to rule out second MoT extension

Coronavirus: Can I buy a car during the Covid-19 lockdown?

Coronavirus: Will trickle charging or jump-starting your car's battery invalidate the warranty?

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Best Pre-Reg Deals

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Coronavirus: How to buy a car after the lockdown

How Much Is My Car Worth?

Is an electric car right for me?

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Top 10: Highest rated SUVs and crossovers

Top 10: Practical cars

Top 10: Least reliable cars

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Top 10: Best car seats for babies 2019

Top 10: Car seats of 2019

Review: Nuna MYTI

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