The 12th annual awards recognise dealers delivering outstanding service, value, and transparency, with less than 10% of dealerships earning the distinction

Motor Match Stoke announced that it has been named a 2026 Top Dealer by CarGurus (Nasdaq: CARG), a leading automotive marketplace in the U.K. for shopping and buying used vehicles. Now in its 12th year, the program recognises dealerships across the U.K. that consistently earn shoppers' trust through exceptional service, competitive value, and transparent experiences. Dealership Name was named a award category name(s).
"Being named a CarGurus Top Dealer is so meaningful because it's a reflection of the experience our customers have with us every day,"
said John Buckley, Head of Business, at Motor Match Stoke.
"We're grateful to our customers who have trusted us with their business and taken the time to share their feedback. This recognition belongs to our entire team, whose commitment to transparency and service has made it possible."
Less than 10% of dealerships on the CarGurus platform earned a Top Dealer Award this year, giving shoppers a reliable shortlist of the top dealers in their area. Top Dealer Award winners are selected through verified customer reviews and CarGurus marketplace data.
“Our Top Dealer Awards recognised dealerships that have earned shoppers' confidence by delivering consistently exceptional experiences and demonstrating a shared commitment to making car buying more transparent and trustworthy,"
said Sam Zales, President and Chief Operating Officer at CarGurus.
"It’s an honour to celebrate dealers like Motor Match Stoke that continue to set a high standard for customer service, transparency and value.”
U.K. Top Dealer Award categories include:
● Top Rated Dealer honours dealerships with exceptional customer satisfaction. Winners maintained an average rating of at least 4.5 out of 5 based on verified customer reviews submitted in 2025 (minimum four reviews).
● Top Value Dealer recognises dealerships offering consistently competitive pricing. The award honours the top 100 dealers with the highest share of 2025 inventory with a "Good" or "Great" Deal Rating from CarGurus.
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