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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. 

2020 Kia Soul EV prices and specs revealed
Kia Soul EV front
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2020 Kia Soul EV prices and specs revealed

First Edition model of the electric Kia Soul offers 280-mile range and costs £33,795
5 Jul 2019
Nissan 370Z 50th Anniversary Edition breaks cover
Nissan 370Z 50th Anniversary Edition - front quarter
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Nissan 370Z 50th Anniversary Edition breaks cover

A special edition 370Z coupe has been revealed to celebrate 50 years of Z cars
1 Jul 2019
2019 Ford Puma SUV teased ahead of reveal
2019 Ford Puma - render
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2019 Ford Puma SUV teased ahead of reveal

The all-new Puma SUV will be officially unveiled on 26 June
19 Jun 2019
BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe arrives
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BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe arrives

New Gran Coupe model makes 8 Series more practical thanks to two extra doors
18 Jun 2019
New 2019 Audi A6 Allroad estate revealed
New 2019 Audi A6 Allroad estate - side view static
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New 2019 Audi A6 Allroad estate revealed

New A6 Allroad gets revised engine range, mild-hybrid tech and optional rear-wheel steering
5 Jun 2019
New BMW M8 Competition arrives with 616bhp
BMW M8 Competition coupe and convertible - static
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New BMW M8 Competition arrives with 616bhp

High-performance 8 Series model starts at £123,435
4 Jun 2019
2019 Hyundai Kona Hybrid revealed
2019 Hyundai Kona Hybrid - front quarter view driving
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2019 Hyundai Kona Hybrid revealed

New Kona petrol-electric hybrid joins range with claimed fuel economy of 66mpg
3 Jun 2019
2020 Lexus RX revealed
2020 Lexus RX - front quarter
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2020 Lexus RX revealed

Biggest Lexus SUV gets a minor styling update, new safety tech and chassis upgrades
30 May 2019
2019 Mercedes GLC SUV prices and specs revealed
2019 Mercedes GLC SUV - front
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2019 Mercedes GLC SUV prices and specs revealed

The GLC SUV has been refreshed as it continues battle with BMW X3 and Audi Q5
29 May 2019
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Range-topping BMW M50i X5 and X7 unveiled
BMW X7 M50i rear view dynamic driving shot
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Range-topping BMW M50i X5 and X7 unveiled

M Performance models of X5 and X7 SUVs arrive with 523bhp
24 May 2019
Top 3 used convertible petrol cars for £3,000
Top 3 used convertible petrol cars for £3,000, Mazda MX-5, MINI Convertible, Volkswagen Eos
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Top 3 used convertible petrol cars for £3,000

“Dear Carbuyer: I want a stylish petrol convertible that is reliable, fun to drive with daily driver ability. What does £3,000 buy?”
23 May 2019
New Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid model unveiled
Audi Q5 55 TFSI e Quattro - front quarter view
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New Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid model unveiled

The new Audi Q5 55 TFSI e has a pure-electric range of 26 miles
22 May 2019
New Ford Focus ST estate arrives
2019 Ford Focus ST estate - front driving
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New Ford Focus ST estate arrives

Next-gen Focus ST estate goes on sale this summer with price of £30,595
16 May 2019
Updated Subaru Levorg GT Lineartronic estate announced
2019 Subaru Levorg - front quarter driving
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Updated Subaru Levorg GT Lineartronic estate announced

New Subaru Levorg gets a new 2.0-litre engine and more tech
15 May 2019
434bhp Porsche Cayenne S Coupe arrives
Porsche Cayenne S Coupe - front quarter
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434bhp Porsche Cayenne S Coupe arrives

Twin-turbo V6 Porsche Cayenne S Coupe is available to order now
15 May 2019
Facelifted Audi A4 breaks cover
Facelifted Audi A4 Avant Estate - front driving
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Facelifted Audi A4 breaks cover

The new Audi A4 arrives with mild-hybrid tech and new engines
14 May 2019
New flagship Fiat 500 trim levels add style and new colours
Fiat 500 Rockstar - front
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New flagship Fiat 500 trim levels add style and new colours

New flagship Fiat 500 trim levels add style and new colours
13 May 2019
Hyundai Kona Electric updated for 2019
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Hyundai Kona Electric updated for 2019

Improved infotainment and a new charging cable for Kona Electric SUV
10 May 2019
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2019 BMW M8 will break cover in September
2019 BMW M8 prototype - front view driving
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2019 BMW M8 will break cover in September

The flagship BMW M8 coupe will debut at 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show with a 600bhp V8 engine and advanced braking technology
10 May 2019
395bhp Audi RS Q3 spied testing at the Nurburgring
Audi RS Q3 Nurburgring testing - front quarter
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395bhp Audi RS Q3 spied testing at the Nurburgring

The RS Q3 is set for public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September
8 May 2019
Facelifted 2019 Kia Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid available
Kia Niro plug-in hybrid front quarter
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Facelifted 2019 Kia Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid available

Revised Kia Niro hybrid range features a revised exterior and interior, and an array of updated tech
8 May 2019
Prices revealed for all-new 2019 Ford Focus ST
2019 Ford Focus ST - quarter driving
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Prices revealed for all-new 2019 Ford Focus ST

Next-gen Ford Focus ST hot hatch starts from £29,495
8 May 2019
New BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe teased
BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe teaser
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New BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe teased

BMW confirms the new 8 Series Gran Coupe will be revealed this summer
7 May 2019
Top 3 used fun-to-drive hot hatches for £5,000
Top 3 used fun-to-drive hot hatches for £5,000
Tips and advice

Top 3 used fun-to-drive hot hatches for £5,000

“Dear Carbuyer, I want a hot hatch that is fun to drive for my £5,000 budget. What would you recommend?”
3 May 2019
New diesel Audi S4 breaks cover
Audi S4 Avant TDI - Front static
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New diesel Audi S4 breaks cover

Saloon and estate models of Audi S4 switch to mild-hybrid diesel power for the first time
2 May 2019
New 394bhp mild-hybrid Range Rover revealed
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New 394bhp mild-hybrid Range Rover revealed

Luxury SUV gets six-cylinder Ingenium engine and 48V mild-hybrid system
1 May 2019
Special edition Citroën C1 and C3 Aircross Origins announced
Citroën C3 Aircross Origins - front quarter
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Special edition Citroën C1 and C3 Aircross Origins announced

Origins editions of the C1 and C3 Aircross celebrate 100 years of Citroën
26 Apr 2019
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New range-topping Audi A6 Black Edition announced
Audi A6 Black Edition Avant
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New range-topping Audi A6 Black Edition announced

Stealthy styling and larger alloy wheels for the A6 Saloon and Avant
25 Apr 2019
211mph Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante revealed
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante - front quarter
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211mph Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante revealed

Convertible version of Aston Martin DBS Superleggera has the same 715bhp V12
24 Apr 2019
Renault Kangoo ZE Concept revealed
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Renault Kangoo ZE Concept revealed

The Kangoo ZE Concept previews a pure-electric production version of next Kangoo van
23 Apr 2019
Refreshed 2019 MINI Clubman revealed
2019 MINI Clubman - front quarter
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Refreshed 2019 MINI Clubman revealed

The facelifted MINI Clubman gets updates already seen on MINI hatch
16 Apr 2019
Mercedes Concept GLB previews upcoming production model
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Mercedes Concept GLB previews upcoming production model

Mercedes GLB will sit between the GLA and the GLC SUVs and offer seating for seven
16 Apr 2019
Top 3 comfortable used cars for £15,000
Tips and advice

Top 3 comfortable used cars for £15,000

“Dear Carbuyer, I’m looking for a capable and comfortable long-distance cruiser”
12 Apr 2019
MG ZS Limited Edition announced
MG ZS Limited Edition - Front quarter
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MG ZS Limited Edition announced

Only 400 examples of the special ZS compact SUV will be sold, each costing £14,995
11 Apr 2019
New Audi S6 and S7 get 342bhp from mild-hybrid diesel
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New Audi S6 and S7 get 342bhp from mild-hybrid diesel

The S6 and S7 performance models use turbocharged V6 diesel engine with 48-volt mild-hybrid tech
11 Apr 2019
302bhp Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 announced
Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 - front driving
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302bhp Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 announced

Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 shares 2.0-litre petrol engine with A 35 hatch
8 Apr 2019
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