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Stuart Masson

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As seen in: THE CAR EXPERT, Nature, Physical Review B, Physical Review Research, EVolution (TransportXtra), Local Transport Today, MotorTrade News, The Van Expert
Covers:  Automotive, particularly car buying/car finance/car ownership
Editor of @thecarexpertuk. UK car industry pundit.

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Stuart Masson’s Biography

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Stuart founded The Car Expert in 2011, and is now also the editorial director of sister sites The Van Expert and The Truck Expert.

Originally from Australia, Stuart has had a passion for cars and the car industry for over thirty years. He spent a decade in automotive retail, and now works tirelessly to help car buyers by providing independent and impartial advice.

You'll often hear him popping up on radio or TV, usually on the BBC, with car buying advice and industry insights.

Stuart Masson’s Journalist Portfolio

Car finance: the PCP (Personal Contract Purchase) explained

Car finance: the PCP (Personal Contract Purchase) explained

The PCP (personal contract purchase) is the most popular type of car finance. This guide tells you everything…

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Voluntary termination of a PCP or HP

Voluntary termination of a PCP or HP

Voluntary termination is one of the most misunderstood aspects of PCP car finance , so we've put together thi…

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2018 new car sales: winners and losers

2018 new car sales: winners and losers

With the 2018 new car sales figures being reported this week, we can now see which car companies are celebrat…

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Poor December results bring rollercoaster LCV sales year to a close

Poor December results bring rollercoaster LCV sales year to a close

It was a poor showing for December new LCV registrations, with results down nearly 9% to close the year for 2…

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Mayor of London launches scrappage scheme for older diesel vans

Mayor of London launches scrappage scheme for older diesel vans

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a scrappage scheme to help small businesses prepare for the capital's ne…

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Strong month for new car sales in June

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By Stuart Masson Verified
| THE CAR EXPERT Verified
New car registrations had a strong month in June, with numbers up by 11% over the same month last year. Both private customers and fleet buyers showed strong improvements. But, as always, what was really interesting was where that growth was coming from. Electric cars provided the largest jump in numbers – up an impressive 35% over last June – while Chinese brands continue to account for almost all the growth in sales numbers.
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Mitsubishi L200 review – first UK drive

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By Stuart Masson Verified
| The Van Expert Verified
Make and model: Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian Description: Double-cab pick-up Price range: £36,295 to £39,995 CVOTR Summary: The new Mitsubishi L200 is a capable and convincing return to the UK pick-up market, with strong towing, off-road ability and a surprisingly polished drive. More Mitsubishi van and pick-up reviews, news and features The new Mitsubishi L200 is a significant vehicle for Mitsubishi in the UK.
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New BMW X5 revealed with first electric iX5 model

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By Stuart Masson Verified
| THE CAR EXPERT Verified
BMW has revealed the fifth-generation BMW X5, with the brand’s large SUV set to arrive in the UK next spring. The new BMW X5 will continue to be offered with combustion and plug-in hybrid powertrains, but the biggest change is the arrival of the BMW iX5 – a fully electric version of the X5 that will sit alongside the rest of the range. The iX5 uses the brand’s latest electric drivetrain technology, with a large 141kWh battery and a quoted driving range of up to 525 miles.
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