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Ben Custard

Ben is our Senior Content Editor, helping to keep our news, reviews and guides updated and accurate. After finishing his Journalism degree in 2017, he wrote for a string of car websites including this one. In January 2019 he joined the team full-time, and won a ‘rising star’ industry award a year later. He’s keen on hot hatches, estate cars and obscure Japanese cars, and usually works remotely with the Gloucestershire countryside as a backdrop.

Skoda Fabia: old vs new
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Skoda Fabia: old vs new

The Skoda Fabia has always been a practical, good-value supermini - does the new one improve on its predecessor?
5 Nov 2021
Petrol or diesel: should I buy a diesel?
Audi A4 Avant TDI
Tips and advice

Petrol or diesel: should I buy a diesel?

Diesel engines have received bad press recently. We answer the question: should I buy a diesel car?
27 Oct 2021
MINI launches Shadow Edition models across entire range
MINI Shadow Edition range
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MINI launches Shadow Edition models across entire range

Exclusive styling tweaks and extra equipment for MINI Shadow Edition models
25 Oct 2021
2021 Citroen C3 updated with more equipment
2021 Citroen C3
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2021 Citroen C3 updated with more equipment

Citroen has announced a set of updates for the C3 supermini, including the withdrawal of the Shine trim
21 Oct 2021
Fiat 500 RED editions launched as part of charity partnership
Fiat 500 RED
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Fiat 500 RED editions launched as part of charity partnership

Both Fiat 500 models and the 500X SUV get red-themed editions, starting from £16,435
15 Oct 2021
Ford Fiesta wins 2022 Carbuyer Used Car of the Year award
Ford Fiesta - Best Used Car of the Year 2022
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Ford Fiesta wins 2022 Carbuyer Used Car of the Year award

A multiple award winner as a new car in the past, the Ford Fiesta has now been named the Carbuyer Used Car of the Year for 2022
14 Oct 2021
New 2022 Ford Tourneo Connect MPV unveiled
New Ford Tourneo Connect Active
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New 2022 Ford Tourneo Connect MPV unveiled

New Tourneo Connect people carrier is heavily based on the Volkswagen Caddy
12 Oct 2021
Top 10 best nearly new cars
Renault Captur
Best cars

Top 10 best nearly new cars

If you can’t justify buying a brand-new car but want all the latest features, a nearly new car will appeal. Here are the best
4 Oct 2021
New Mercedes EQS electric saloon now on sale from £99,995
2021 Mercedes EQS front 3/4 tracking
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New Mercedes EQS electric saloon now on sale from £99,995

The Mercedes EQS is the brand’s first electric saloon and comes with a host of revolutionary technology and an impressive range
15 Sep 2021
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New 2022 Toyota RAV4 Adventure revealed
Toyota RAV4 Adventure
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New 2022 Toyota RAV4 Adventure revealed

New RAV4 model introduces Toyota’s 2022 upgrades for its rival to the Hyundai Tucson
14 Sep 2021
New Citroen C5 Aircross Hybrid Black Edition launched
Citroen C5 Aircross Hybrid Black Edition driving
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New Citroen C5 Aircross Hybrid Black Edition launched

Citroen introduces range-topping trim level for its first plug-in hybrid
14 Sep 2021
Mercedes C-Class: old vs new
Mercedes C-Class: old vs new
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Mercedes C-Class: old vs new

A new version of the Mercedes C-Class executive saloon arrived in 2021 but how does it compare to the old model?
10 Sep 2021
What is Volkswagen 4MOTION? Should you choose it?
What is VW 4MOTION
Tips and advice

What is Volkswagen 4MOTION? Should you choose it?

Volkswagen’s 4MOTION models all have four-wheel drive, but there are pros and cons – read more here
9 Sep 2021
Your complete BMW car configurator guide
BMW M4 configurator
Tips and advice

Your complete BMW car configurator guide

Your complete guide to the official online BMW car configurator and the process of building your new BMW car
8 Sep 2021
Top 3 used sporty cars for £5,000
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Tips and advice

Top 3 used sporty cars for £5,000

Dear Carbuyer, I need to replace my loved but rusty Ford Puma coupé with something as characterful. What can I get for £5,000?
8 Sep 2021
BMW iX5 Hydrogen SUV will have 369bhp
BMW iX5 Hydrogen - front 3/4 dynamic (right)
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BMW iX5 Hydrogen SUV will have 369bhp

Based on the BMW X5, the iX5 Hydrogen will have a small production run in 2022
17 Aug 2021
Vauxhall IntelliLink infotainment touchscreen explained
Vauxhall Adam infotainment system
Tips and advice

Vauxhall IntelliLink infotainment touchscreen explained

Vauxhall’s multimedia touchscreen system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; here’s how it works
13 Aug 2021
Facelifted Volkswagen Tiguan: eHybrid on sale now for £35,515
Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid
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Facelifted Volkswagen Tiguan: eHybrid on sale now for £35,515

New plug-in hybrid Volkswagen Tiguan emits 38g/km of CO2 and can deliver up to 177mpg
6 Aug 2021
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New Ford Mustang Mach-E GT now available to order
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT driving
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New Ford Mustang Mach-E GT now available to order

Range-topping Ford Mustang Mach-E GT hits 0-62mph in just 3.7 seconds
9 Jul 2021
2021 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron: prices, specs and release date
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
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2021 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron: prices, specs and release date

Coupe version of Audi Q4 e-tron is on sale now with a range of over 300 miles
5 Jul 2021
Facelifted Citroen C3 Aircross now on sale from £17,320
2021 Citroen C3 Aircross
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Facelifted Citroen C3 Aircross now on sale from £17,320

Citroen’s updated crossover stands out thanks to extra SUV styling cues
28 Jun 2021
New DS 4 La Premiere now on sale
2021 DS 4 La Premiere - flagship model
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New DS 4 La Premiere now on sale

Launch-edition model of the new DS 4 has a price tag of £39,950
24 Jun 2021
Ford SYNC 4 explained
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Tips and advice

Ford SYNC 4 explained

Ford’s infotainment system has been overhauled but what is the Ford SYNC 4 system?
23 Jun 2021
Peugeot e-Rifter MPV on sale now from £30,375
Peugeot e-Rifter
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Peugeot e-Rifter MPV on sale now from £30,375

Electric Peugeot Rifter offers 172 miles of range
14 Jun 2021
Range-topping Tesla Model S Plaid+ cancelled
2021 Tesla Model S Plaid - front view
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Range-topping Tesla Model S Plaid+ cancelled

Updated Tesla Model S and Model X ranges are due in 2022 but Plaid+ model will no longer feature
7 Jun 2021
BMW M2 coupe review (2016-2021)
Orange BMW M2 driving
In-depth reviews

BMW M2 coupe review (2016-2021)

"The BMW M2 has all the virtues of the 2 Series coupe, but with added performance from a fantastic 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine and pumped-up …
3 Jun 2021
What is a catalytic converter?
Catalytic Converter
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What is a catalytic converter?

All new cars have a catalytic converter, but what exactly is it? Carbuyer explains
19 May 2021
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New Citroen e-Berlingo: specs and prices released
Citroen e-Berlingo driving
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New Citroen e-Berlingo: specs and prices released

Order books are now open for the Citroen e-Berlingo, with prices starting from £29,575
17 May 2021
New Volkswagen Golf GTD Mk8 vs Ford Focus ST diesel: rivals comparison
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New Volkswagen Golf GTD Mk8 vs Ford Focus ST diesel: rivals comparison

How does the new VW Golf GTD compare to Ford’s diesel-powered ST?
30 Apr 2021
295bhp Volkswagen ID.4 GTX range-topper launched
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
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295bhp Volkswagen ID.4 GTX range-topper launched

Volkswagen introduces GTX badge for high-performance electric models, starting with its new ID.4 SUV
28 Apr 2021
Ford EcoBlue diesel engines explained
Ford Kuga EcoBlue Hybrid driving - rear
Tips and advice

Ford EcoBlue diesel engines explained

We cover everything you need to know about Ford EcoBlue engines
21 Apr 2021
Porsche Taycan vs Tesla Model S: rivals comparison
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Porsche Taycan vs Tesla Model S: rivals comparison

The Porsche Taycan is the closest rival to the Tesla Model S but which of these fast, luxurious, electric cars is the best?
19 Apr 2021
What are Audi TFSI petrol engines?
Yellow Audi Q2
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What are Audi TFSI petrol engines?

We explain all you need to know about Audi TFSI engines
16 Apr 2021
New 2021 electric Lexus LF-Z revealed
Lexus LF-Z concept - front 3/4 dynamic
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New 2021 electric Lexus LF-Z revealed

Bold concept car previews next-generation Lexus models
30 Mar 2021
Vauxhall Mokka: old vs new
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Vauxhall Mokka: old vs new

The new Vauxhall Mokka shares its name with its predecessor but little else. Should it be on your SUV shortlist?
26 Mar 2021
New sub-£35k Kia e-Niro ‘2’ Long Range launched
Kia e-Niro '2' Long Range
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New sub-£35k Kia e-Niro ‘2’ Long Range launched

Kia launches new e-Niro spec that sneaks under the new plug-in car grant threshold
24 Mar 2021
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