John Evans

Title: Special correspondent

John is a freelance journalist and a former staff member of Autocar (1994-98). Other staff positions he has held include deputy editor of Autocar’s sister title What Car?, and editor of Practical Caravan magazine.

As a former car salesman turned consumer editor he has written extensively about the new and used car market and consumer issues. In recent years, he has contributed news and feature stories on these topics, as well as more general features on everything from how to build an ice cream van to exploring abandoned cars in front gardens. He also contributes to Autocar Business.

John is a former Guild of Motoring Writers Journalist of the Year and is the motoring editor of the RAC Club members magazine, Pell-Mell & Woodcote.

John is an expert in:

Used cars
Used car buying
Classic cars
Automotive industry

Articles by John Evans

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It can be L dealing with our writers on shoots. Just ask learner driver Freddie…

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How to pass your driving test first time – and cut the risk of a crash

Demand for driving tests has never been greater, so passing first time is crucial

6 November 2025

How to pass your driving test first time – and cut the risk of a crash

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“You only want to drive it in a straight line under jet power,” says Simon

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I bought a jet engine off eBay and fitted it to my Ford pick-up

Owner Simon and his Dad weren't satisfied by their pick-up's measly 1.8-litre diesel

6 November 2025

I bought a jet engine off eBay and fitted it to my Ford pick-up

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We tried the UK’s 10 most popular EV fast chargers - which is best?

What are EV charging sites really like? We test the some of the best to find out

1 November 2025

We tried the UK’s 10 most popular EV fast chargers - which is best?

The best sellers list is constantly changing, but there are always massive discounts on offer

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Opportunity amid chaos: 10 big discounts on 10 big-selling cars

A troubled economy and mandated EV sales are making life difficult for car makers, potentially to your benefit…

11 October 2025

Opportunity amid chaos: 10 big discounts on 10 big-selling cars

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Stationary lorry versus 61mph Jaguar: lorry wins every time

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Smash, learn, repeat: I went to 'crash day' - it's exactly how it sounds

Car crashes can't be predicted, so those who need to understand the effects of them arrange their own

5 October 2025

Smash, learn, repeat: I went to 'crash day' - it's exactly how it sounds

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What is Gap insurance, and does your new car need it?

Despite ‘fair value’ concerns, providers say it offers essential protection

30 September 2025

What is Gap insurance, and does your new car need it?

Jack Evans Kia Picanto damage

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Rent-a-bike insurance claim flaw found after hit-and-run

Jack Evans' Kia Picanto was recently hit by a Lime rider – but he has found it hard to claim the £500 repair cost

22 September 2025

Rent-a-bike insurance claim flaw found after hit-and-run

You might be surprised about what £400 per month can net you

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PCP perfection: How to get a car you really want for £100 a week

A PCP can be the best way to get a new car on the drive, but what's available for a budget of just £100 per week?

20 September 2025

PCP perfection: How to get a car you really want for £100 a week

Autocraft Solution EV battery repair

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Inability to repair EV batteries could cause insurance to spike

EV drivers told premiums will rise until battery repairs are more feasible

18 September 2025

Inability to repair EV batteries could cause insurance to spike

Ford Escort RS1800 auction front quarter

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Gen X, millennial buyers cause boom in modern classic values

Boomer favourites fading as younger buyers begin to dictate what's hot – and what's not

16 September 2025

Gen X, millennial buyers cause boom in modern classic values

Audi E Tron charging through kerb gully

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Critics warn against government's £25m for EV charging gullies

New solution should enable more to charge at home – but critics say it’s not viable

29 August 2025

Critics warn against government's £25m for EV charging gullies

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