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Ben Hodges

Ben is the deputy web editor of Carbuyer, and responsible for ensuring the site is continually updated with the latest car reviews, best car lists, advice and news while also working behind the scenes on the videos for our YouTube channel. He has owned various cars over the years including an Alfa Romeo 159 and a Subaru Outback, and he currently drives an Abarth 595 and a BMW 523i (E39). He has been road testing cars for over six years, having worked as a freelancer for a variety of automotive websites before joining Carbuyer in early 2019. 

Bentley Flying Spur saloon review
Bentley Continental Flying Spur saloon
In-depth reviews

Bentley Flying Spur saloon review

"The Flying Spur is a luxury saloon that's both great to drive and be driven in”
19 Jan 2022
New Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo line-up expanded for 2022
2022 Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo estate - rear
News

New Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo line-up expanded for 2022

Sport Turismo estate bodystyle now available across the Taycan range
19 Jan 2022
Range Rover Sport SUV review (2013-2022): owner reviews
Range Rover Sport driving
In-depth reviews

Range Rover Sport SUV review (2013-2022): owner reviews

"The Range Rover Sport isn’t cheap, but it offers most of its big brother’s luxury, while being more fun to drive"
17 Jan 2022
Range Rover Sport SUV review (2013-2022)
Range Rover Sport driving
In-depth reviews

Range Rover Sport SUV review (2013-2022)

"The Range Rover Sport isn’t cheap, but it offers most of its big brother’s luxury, while being more fun to drive"
17 Jan 2022
McLaren 720S coupe review
McLaren 720S coupe
In-depth reviews

McLaren 720S coupe review

"The stunning McLaren 720S offers all you want in a supercar, and more"
14 Jan 2022
2022 Vauxhall Combo Life and Vivaro Life MPVs now pure-electric
2022 Vauxhall Combo-e
News

2022 Vauxhall Combo Life and Vivaro Life MPVs now pure-electric

As part of Vauxhall’s switch to electric powertrains, the brand’s Combo Life and Vivaro Life models are now only available as EVs
10 Jan 2022
Genesis GV80 SUV review
Genesis GV80 SUV
In-depth reviews

Genesis GV80 SUV review

"The Genesis GV80 is a big SUV that's worthy of consideration if you fancy a change from the German stalwarts"
2 Jan 2022
Towing: all you need to know
Towing - all you need to know
Tips and advice

Towing: all you need to know

Follow our guide to towing, including licence and legal requirements
17 Dec 2021
Updated 2022 Mazda MX-5 gets a price tag of £24,755
2022 Mazda MX-5
News

Updated 2022 Mazda MX-5 gets a price tag of £24,755

The Mazda MX-5 has received a minor refresh for 2022 and is now available to order
16 Dec 2021
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Nissan X-Trail SUV review (2013-2021)
Nissan X-Trail SUV
In-depth reviews

Nissan X-Trail SUV review (2013-2021)

"The Nissan X-Trail looks good and drives well, but it can be pricey and could do with a bigger choice of engines"
13 Dec 2021
Nissan X-Trail SUV review (2013-2021): owner reviews
Nissan X-Trail SUV
In-depth reviews

Nissan X-Trail SUV review (2013-2021): owner reviews

"The Nissan X-Trail looks good and drives well, but it can be pricey and could do with a bigger choice of engines"
13 Dec 2021
McLaren GT coupe review
McLaren GT coupe
In-depth reviews

McLaren GT coupe review

“The McLaren GT is very refined, quick and luxurious - it’s the company’s answer to the Bentley Continental GT”
9 Dec 2021
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV owner reviews
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV
In-depth reviews

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV owner reviews

"If you want your Tiguan with more space, the VW Tiguan Allspace is the answer. It’s not quite as big as a Skoda Kodiaq, however"
8 Dec 2021
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV review
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV
In-depth reviews

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV review

"If you want your Tiguan with more space, the VW Tiguan Allspace is the answer. It’s not quite as big as a Skoda Kodiaq, however"
8 Dec 2021
New Dacia Jogger seven-seater: UK prices revealed
2021 Dacia Jogger MPV
News

New Dacia Jogger seven-seater: UK prices revealed

The seven-seat Dacia Jogger MPV is now available to order and undercuts rivals like the Citroen Berlingo
1 Dec 2021
New Mercedes EQB electric SUV has £52,145 price tag
2021 Mercedes EQB SUV
News

New Mercedes EQB electric SUV has £52,145 price tag

The new fully electric Mercedes EQB SUV brings seven-seat practicality to the brand’s EV lineup with a range of 247 miles
25 Nov 2021
New Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo unveiled at Los Angeles Motor Show
2022 Porsche Taycan GTS
News

New Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo unveiled at Los Angeles Motor Show

Porsche has bolstered the Taycan range with a new Sport Turismo estate and a new GTS model
17 Nov 2021
All-new 2022 Vauxhall Astra on sale now with a price of £23,275
2021 Vauxhall Astra - front 3/4 driving
News

All-new 2022 Vauxhall Astra on sale now with a price of £23,275

New Vauxhall Astra arrives with brand’s ‘Vizor’ face, new technology PHEV powertrains and a fully-electric model
9 Nov 2021
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New Porsche Panamera 4 Platinum Edition arrives
New Porsche Panamera 4 Platinum Edition arrives
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New Porsche Panamera 4 Platinum Edition arrives

The Panamera 4 Platinum Edition features styling tweaks and extra equipment, with prices starting from £83,510
8 Nov 2021
Best used cars under £2,000
Best used cars under £2,000
Best cars

Best used cars under £2,000

We explore the used-car bargains that can be bagged for £2,000 or under
5 Nov 2021
2021 Volkswagen Taigo SUV prices revealed
2021 Volkswagen Taigo coupe-SUV.
News

2021 Volkswagen Taigo SUV prices revealed

Volkswagen’s new coupé-SUV is now on sale with a starting price of £21,960
4 Nov 2021
New 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL storms in with 577bhp
2022 Mercedes SL - front 3/4 driving
News

New 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL storms in with 577bhp

The next-generation Mercedes-AMG SL has four seats, a fabric roof and upgraded technology
28 Oct 2021
New 2021 Kia Ceed prices revealed
Kia Ceeed facelift drive front 3/4 tracking
News

New 2021 Kia Ceed prices revealed

Prices and specs released for the newly updated Kia Ceed; we review the prototype
18 Oct 2021
Updated Ford Focus gets SYNC 4 infotainment system
2021 Ford Focus
News

Updated Ford Focus gets SYNC 4 infotainment system

The new Ford Focus gets a minor redesign, along with upgraded safety technology and the brand’s latest infotainment system
14 Oct 2021
2021 Citroen e-SpaceTourer XL model joins range
2021 Citroen e-SpaceTourer
News

2021 Citroen e-SpaceTourer XL model joins range

Buyers can now order a Citroen e-SpaceTourer in M and XL sizes with up to nine seats
28 Sep 2021
New Skoda Enyaq iV Founders Edition launched
Skoda Enyaq iV Founders Edition
News

New Skoda Enyaq iV Founders Edition launched

Limited-edition Skoda Enyaq iV Founders Edition commemorates brand’s founders and gets extra features as standard
22 Sep 2021
New Fiat 500X Dolcevita offers open-top SUV thrills
Fiat 500X Dolcevita
News

New Fiat 500X Dolcevita offers open-top SUV thrills

The Fiat 500X Dolcevita adds an electrically sliding canvas roof and is available in three trim levels
17 Sep 2021
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Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer MPV review (2013-2022)
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
In-depth reviews

Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer MPV review (2013-2022)

"The Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer is a comfortable, spacious and efficient car that proves you don’t need an SUV for family life"
17 Sep 2021
Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer owner reviews
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
In-depth reviews

Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer owner reviews

"The Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer is a comfortable, spacious and efficient car that proves you don’t need an SUV for family life"
17 Sep 2021
Facelifted 2022 Ford Fiesta breaks cover
2022 Ford Fiesta
News

Facelifted 2022 Ford Fiesta breaks cover

The new Ford Fiesta gets a mild redesign, upgraded technology and more safety features
16 Sep 2021
Volkswagen Sharan MPV review (2010-2022)
VW Sharan
In-depth reviews

Volkswagen Sharan MPV review (2010-2022)

"The Volkswagen Sharan is a sensible, practical and capable seven-seat MPV"
15 Sep 2021
Volkswagen Sharan owner reviews
VW Sharan
In-depth reviews

Volkswagen Sharan owner reviews

"The Volkswagen Sharan is a sensible, practical and capable seven-seat MPV"
15 Sep 2021
Facelifted 2021 Volkswagen Polo on sale now
2021 Volkswagen Polo - front 3/4
News

Facelifted 2021 Volkswagen Polo on sale now

Updated sixth-generation Volkswagen Polo features refreshed styling, improved technology and a new GTI model
10 Sep 2021
Front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and 4x4 explained
Should your next car be four-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or front-wheel drive?
Tips and advice

Front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and 4x4 explained

Which wheels are powered by a car’s engine can seriously change the way it drives; our guide explains all
9 Sep 2021
Top 3 used estate cars for £10,000
Best estate cars under £10k - header image
Tips and advice

Top 3 used estate cars for £10,000

“Dear CarBuyer, I want a good family estate car for a budget of £10,000 - what do you recommend?”
8 Sep 2021
How to buy a secondhand hybrid
3rd generation Toyota Prius
Tips and advice

How to buy a secondhand hybrid

Our comprehensive guide on what to look out for when buying a used hybrid car
31 Aug 2021
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