About Us
"One of the great things about MOTORS is the people; they are passionately engaged and invested in us being successful — because if we’re successful, they’re successful."
Jamie Caple, Founder, Car Quay
Over 60 years of combined experience connecting car buyers and retailers.
Our story
MOTORS began life as Motors.co.uk in 2007, created by the Daily Mail & General Trust to help car buyers find their perfect match.
Following rapid growth, the business was acquired by Cox Automotive in 2010, then later became part of Gumtree, before being acquired in 2021 by O3 Industries and Novum Capital.
In 2024, we entered an exciting new chapter: On June 28th, MOTORS proudly acquired the Cazoo brand — one of the UK’s most recognisable names — to launch an all-new, dealer-friendly used car marketplace across app and web.
Today, from our offices in Richmond, Surrey, and Abingdon, Oxfordshire, our team of over 250 talented people is driving the future of car buying and selling.
Helping people find the right car — with clarity and confidence.
With over 300,000 cars from more than 5,000 trusted automotive retailers, MOTORS is one of the UK’s largest used car search sites.
Packed with powerful search tools, expert guides, independent reviews, and vehicle price comparisons, MOTORS gives buyers everything they need to feel informed, confident, and ready to drive away happy.
Proud to deliver More for Less for dealers.
As well as helping buyers find their perfect car, we help dealers reach millions of serious car buyers across the UK.
Our unique advertising network combines the search strength of MOTORS, the all-new Cazoo marketplace, and leading platforms like eBay and Gumtree — delivering greater visibility, stronger leads, and exceptional value.
With our experience and history, we’re proud to support the automotive industry
Helping to tackle the issues that matter most
MOTORS works closely with [M]enable, an organisation dedicated to promoting mental well-being in the automotive industry.
Together, we’ve launched an industry accreditation scheme called ‘Wellbeing Winners’, inviting dealers to achieve Bronze, Silver or Gold Wellbeing Winners ratings, which focus on enhancing culture, performance and employer brand reputation.
Very proud sponsors of Motor Trade Radio
MOTORS sponsors the immensely popular Motor Trade Radio podcast co-hosted by Philip Nothard (Insight & Strategy Director at Cox Automotive) and B2B motoring journalist Curtis Hutchinson.
For anyone involved in the auto industry, the podcast is a must-listen-to bringing you all the latest stories, analysis and interviews with industry bosses and thought leaders.
Come and help shape the future of car buying and selling.
We’re an ambitious, growing business — and we’re always looking for talented people to join our journey.
You don’t need to be a petrolhead. (Most of us aren’t!)
We’re here to help everyday people find the right car, at the right price, from the right retailer — and we’re proud of the open, honest marketplace we’ve built.
