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Michael Passingham - Senior researcher & writer  at Which?

Michael Passingham

Senior researcher & writer

Michael joined Which? in 2017 and is the senior researcher on the Cars team. He’s passionate about improving safety and fairness for all road users — from drivers to pedestrians.

144 articles
  1. 2026

    1. 01 Nov
      BMW logo on the front of a BMW car

      Best BMW cars

      New and used cars
    2. 26 Oct
      A family loading holiday luggage into the back of their car.

      Best family cars for 2026

      New and used cars
    3. 21 Oct
      Illustration of a silver car with bright headlights shining onto a dark road

      Full beam ahead? The truth about car headlights

      Cars
    4. 20 Oct
      Two electric cars parked in charging spots, with charging stations visible behind them on a brick surface.

      Should I buy an electric car? The pros and cons of EVs in 2026

      New and used cars
    5. 08 Oct
      Cars queuing for petrol at a Tesco petrol station

      I'm a car expert: here's why petrol prices in Google Maps is a big deal

      Cars
    6. 07 Oct
      Foam blocks being loaded into a hatchback car

      ​Best hatchback cars for 2026

      New and used cars
    7. 05 Oct
      The Volvo V90 driving on a coastal road, surrounded by tall grass and a cloudy sky.

      Best estate cars for 2026

      New and used cars
    8. 05 Oct
      BMW X7 SUV in motion on a desert road, featuring a sleek blue exterior and a mountainous background.

      Best large SUVs and 4x4 cars for 2026

      New and used cars
    9. 05 Oct
      The Subaru Solterra driving on a gravel road, surrounding by rolling green hills under a cloudy blue sky

      Best electric SUVs for 2026

      New and used cars
    10. 05 Oct
      The Hyundai Kona with a sleek lavender exterior, sporty design, and distinctive front grille, parked on a rural road.

      Best small SUVs and crossovers for 2026

      New and used cars
    11. 05 Oct
      Row of parked cars showcasing various colors, including white, silver, and red, with a focus on their wheels and design.

      Best Buy cars

      New and used cars
    12. 05 Oct
      A red MG HS Plug-in Hybrid parked at a charging station, plugged in, with autumn leaves and greenery in the background.

      Best hybrid SUVs for 2026

      New and used cars
    13. 05 Oct
      A blue Volkswagen Golf eHybrid, parked on gravel.

      Best plug-in hybrid cars for 2026

      New and used cars
    14. 05 Oct
      The Kia EV9 parked on a scenic road, surrounded by green hills and cloudy skies, showcasing a modern design and sleek lines.

      Best 7-seater cars for 2026

      New and used cars
    15. 05 Oct
      A VW Touran MPV drives at speed alongside a verdant green hillside under a cloudy sky.

      Best MPVs and people carriers for 2026

      New and used cars
    16. 02 Oct
      Mechanic servicing a car in a garage

      Car servicing and repair costs

      New and used cars
    17. 01 Oct
      Yellow hazard warning light displayed on a dashboard, featuring a triangle with an exclamation mark inside a circular outline

      Car safety features explained

      New and used cars
    18. 08 Sep
      Dashboard display showing fuel consumption of 22.6 mpg, trip mileage of 8101.1 mi, and outside temperature of 94°F.

      Petrol vs diesel vs hybrid cars: which is better?

      New and used cars
    19. 03 Sep
      Michael Passingham standing next to a 2026 Geely Ex2

      Is China's bestselling car any good in the UK?

      Cars
    20. 01 Sep
      Close-up of a car tyre on a snowy road, surrounded by frosty trees in warm golden light.

      Should I buy winter tyres?

      New and used cars