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Honda’s future focus is fixed on hybrids as EVs take a back seat

Honda’s future focus is fixed on hybrids as EVs take a back seat
The 0 Series SUV will go on sale in the UK in the second half of next year, but hybrid models will continue being the volume sellers for Honda
New Dacia Duster Spirit of Sand celebrates brand’s Dakar domination

New Dacia Duster Spirit of Sand celebrates brand’s Dakar domination
The new Duster Spirit of Sand is available exclusively in Dacia’s home market, Romania
Forget range, electric car efficiency is what really matters for drivers looking to cut costs 

Forget range, electric car efficiency is what really matters for drivers looking to cut costs
Pete Baiden thinks the obsession with ever longer EV ranges is missing the point. More efficient EVs are what we need
Insurers still refuse to cover some Chinese cars despite booming sales

Insurers still refuse to cover some Chinese cars despite booming sales
Insurance companies seem to be struggling to keep pace with the wave of new cars coming from China, and buyers are literally paying the price
New Changan Deepal S05 joins range to rival Skoda Elroq and Kia EV3

New Changan Deepal S05 joins range to rival Skoda Elroq and Kia EV3
Another new Chinese SUV, but where does this one sit in the crowded C-segment SUV class?
Cheaper Volvo EX30 to be introduced, but it might not be coming to the UK

Cheaper Volvo EX30 to be introduced, but it might not be coming to the UK
Volvo’s expanded the line-up of its smallest SUV, and added new features
Petrol or electric? The answer depends on you

Petrol or electric? The answer depends on you
Paul Barker explains why the electric vs combustion debate isn’t as straightforward as it seems
Dacia Duster and Bigster ready to tame the wild with new hybrid 150 4x4 system

Dacia Duster and Bigster ready to tame the wild with new hybrid 150 4x4 system
The Dacia Bigster and Duster SUVs are now available with electrified all-wheel drive system for the first time
This McLaren W1 costs just £14,995, it’s a shame you can’t drive it

This McLaren W1 costs just £14,995, it’s a shame you can’t drive it
This scale-model W1 is built with the same factory standards as McLaren’s car
Car Deal of the Day: Top-selling Ford Puma for a rock-bottom £166 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Top-selling Ford Puma for a rock-bottom £166 a month
It’s been a while since the petrol Puma has been cheaper than its electric sister. It’s our Deal of the Day for 24 February.
Hardcore MG Cyberster 'Superleggera' possible as brand wants special editions to boost sales

Hardcore MG Cyberster 'Superleggera' possible as brand wants special editions to boost sales
Bosses think special editions will help keep up demand for electric sports car
Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio make a comeback with orders to reopen in weeks

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio make a comeback with orders to reopen in weeks
Orders are to reopen for the hottest versions of Alfa Romeo Giulia saloon and Stelvio SUV as successor models are delayed
Car Deal of the Day: BMW i5 electric exec looks exceptional at £370 a month

Car Deal of the Day: BMW i5 electric exec looks exceptional at £370 a month
You’d better jump on this deal quickly, because at this price it won’t be around for long. The BMW i5 is our Deal of the Day for 23 February.
UK’s drink-drive epidemic exposed: 220k current convictions and 2.5k have offended 3 times or more

UK’s drink-drive epidemic exposed: 220k current convictions and 2.5k have offended 3 times or more
More than 220,000 motorists hold a drink-drive conviction in the UK, with some saying the current deterrents against reoffending aren’t robust enough
Geely Galaxy E8: 636bhp electric saloon could be coming to the UK as brand’s halo model

Geely Galaxy E8: 636bhp electric saloon could be coming to the UK as brand’s halo model
Geely is not just bringing China’s most popular car here, but its flagship saloon, too
No EVs, more V12s: Lamborghini officially cancels its electric car plans

No EVs, more V12s: Lamborghini officially cancels its electric car plans
Maker confirms it will launch two new hybrids before 2030, blaming “market readiness” for scaled-back EV transition
New Tesla Model Y 6-seater is one step closer to the UK as it gets right-hand drive approval

New Tesla Model Y 6-seater is one step closer to the UK as it gets right-hand drive approval
Tesla is expanding its electric SUV to hit new segments
Hot new Genesis Magma models will be given the European touch

Hot new Genesis Magma models will be given the European touch
Magma’s R&D centre is working on plug-in hybrids and more, with the dream of ultimately unleashing a mid-engined monster
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.5 offers space, style and discounted charging for £268 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.5 offers space, style and discounted charging for £268 a month
The Volkswagen ID.5 is relaxing to drive, surprisingly versatile for a coupe and, at this price, a great Deal of the Day pick for 22 February
Ford was the biggest car company in the world but it's hit hard times, and isn't alone

Ford was the biggest car company in the world but it's hit hard times, and isn't alone
Mike Rutherford wonders why many renowned car companies are committing ruinous motor industry misdemeanours
New Polestar 6 range-topping roadster still planned but on the back-burner

New Polestar 6 range-topping roadster still planned but on the back-burner
The Polestar 6 flagship roadster was due in 2026 but the brand’s refocus on volume segments means the wait will go on
Tesla Cybertruck plummets in price as new entry-level model is revealed

Tesla Cybertruck plummets in price as new entry-level model is revealed
Slow sales have forced Tesla to lower prices of its electric pick-up
Dacia Sandero and Sandero Stepway get hybrid power and other updates

Dacia Sandero and Sandero Stepway get hybrid power and other updates
New hybrid engines confirmed for the hugely popular Sandero alongside other changes across the Dacia range
Mitsubishi’s comeback: familiar names will return but the Evo isn’t one of them

Mitsubishi’s comeback: familiar names will return but the Evo isn’t one of them
Some well-known names will underpin Mitsubishi’s return - but Evo fans will be disappointed
New Apple CarPlay update will let you watch videos in your car

New Apple CarPlay update will let you watch videos in your car
iOS 26.4 beta enables users to stream video to their car’s touchscreen via AirPlay
Over 46,000 Honda Civics recalled as the wheels could fall off

Over 46,000 Honda Civics recalled as the wheels could fall off
Insufficient torque when tightening wheel bolts has meant that Honda has had to recall thousands of cars in the UK and abroad
Mercedes Baby G-Class: latest on little all-electric retro off-roader

Mercedes Baby G-Class: latest on little all-electric retro off-roader
Mercedes G-Class is set to give us a miniature spin-off of its famous G-Wagen
Motability’s Power Wheels project to trial EVs as a power-cut lifeline for people with disabilities

Motability’s Power Wheels project to trial EVs as a power-cut lifeline for people with disabilities
Dangers faced by Motability customers during power cuts could be solved with EVs
Ford and Renault EV deal: Fiesta and other new EVs will ‘feel like Fords’

Ford and Renault EV deal: Fiesta and other new EVs will ‘feel like Fords’
Renault boss Provost confirms new Ford supermini EV will feel like a Ford, not a rebodied R5
New BYD Seal 2026 updates bring bigger boot, bigger ‘frunk’ and more

New BYD Seal 2026 updates bring bigger boot, bigger ‘frunk’ and more
BYD has given the Seal EV more space and new technology, but with the same performance as before
Eyeing up a used car? Pay very close attention to the pictures

Eyeing up a used car? Pay very close attention to the pictures
Shane Wilkinson explains why the latest image-editing technology can be a real nuisance when you're buying a used car
How long do electric car batteries last? A lot longer than expected

How long do electric car batteries last? A lot longer than expected
UK’s largest used EV battery survey reveals the average state of health for electric cars of all ages is 95 per cent
Skoda Kodiaq Edition X adds extra kit but costs £2,000 less and dodges tax

Skoda Kodiaq Edition X adds extra kit but costs £2,000 less and dodges tax
A new special variant celebrates 10 years of the Kodiaq with new Edition X trim
New Toyota RAV4: prices, specs and advanced PHEV power

New Toyota RAV4: prices, specs and advanced PHEV power
The RAV4 was the best-selling cars in the world in 2024, and the next iteration will be arriving in the UK later this year
Car Deal of the Day: Funky Nissan Juke is a steal at £156 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Funky Nissan Juke is a steal at £156 a month
While a new model is expected this year, the current car still offers a lot for not much cash. It’s our Deal of the Day for 18 February.
Ford spills the beans on how it’ll build its £22k electric truck

Ford spills the beans on how it’ll build its £22k electric truck
Ford’s revolutionary new model will change the way it builds all its future cars