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Volkswagen is the UK’s highest-selling car brand… again
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Volkswagen is the UK’s highest-selling car brand… again

VW may top the charts but the Chinese are catching up with nearly 10 per cent of all new-car sales coming from their new-age brands
News
6 Jan 2026
Volvo EX30 owners warned over battery fire risk
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Volvo EX30 owners warned over battery fire risk

Volvo smallest all-electric car has been identified with a possible fire-related battery issue
News
5 Jan 2026
MGS5 EV review
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MGS5 EV review

MG’s conservatively styled B-segment SUV delivers on most counts, but it lacks a bit of flair
In-depth reviews
5 Jan 2026
BMW iX1 review
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BMW iX1 review

The BMW iX1 is a strong all-rounder that has premium and mainstream SUVs in its sights
In-depth reviews
5 Jan 2026
Best rear-wheel drive cars 2026
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Best rear-wheel drive cars 2026

Rear-wheel drive is often praised as the drivetrain that delivers the most fun. Here we showcase the 10 best cars that do exactly that
Best cars & vans
5 Jan 2026
Skywell BE11 gets giant price cut and even more kit as electric SUV market hots up
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Skywell BE11 gets giant price cut and even more kit as electric SUV market hots up

Hoping to become a contender in the electric SUV segment, Skywell has revised its BE11
News
5 Jan 2026
New electric Mercedes S-Class will replace the EQS… eventually
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New electric Mercedes S-Class will replace the EQS… eventually

The next iteration of the S-Class will give its affluent customers the choice of combustion or electric power
News
5 Jan 2026
It’s clear that all buyers want are affordable and desirable cars
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It’s clear that all buyers want are affordable and desirable cars

Manufacturers like BYD, Jaecoo and Renault are building affordable cars people actually want to buy, and it’s backed up by sales data
Opinion
5 Jan 2026
New XPeng P7+ is China’s latest answer to the Tesla Model 3 and it’s coming to the UK
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New XPeng P7+ is China’s latest answer to the Tesla Model 3 and it’s coming to the UK

XPeng has revealed a new luxury fastback that will target the Tesla Model 3 and Volkswagen ID.7
News
5 Jan 2026
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB long-term test: size matters when it comes to electric MPVs
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Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB long-term test: size matters when it comes to electric MPVs

Final report: Huge EV has cruised off into the sunset leaving a big, practical hole that will be hard to fill
Long-term tests
5 Jan 2026
New Volkswagen ID. Polo: interior images and latest details on 2026 EV supermini
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New Volkswagen ID. Polo: interior images and latest details on 2026 EV supermini

The Renault 5 rival is due to be revealed in full this spring and will hit the streets before the end of the year
News
4 Jan 2026
Renault Megane vs Kia EV4: which electric hatchback is fit for all the family?
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Renault Megane vs Kia EV4: which electric hatchback is fit for all the family?

Sleek hatchbacks make more sense than bulky SUVs when it comes to EV efficiency. Kia’s EV4 is the new boy, and we’ve pitted it against Renault’s sharp…
Car group tests
3 Jan 2026
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BYD beats Tesla as global sales slump for Elon Musk’s EV brand
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BYD beats Tesla as global sales slump for Elon Musk’s EV brand

Chinese giant is now world’s top EV seller, after Tesla sales dropped for second year in a row in 2025
News
2 Jan 2026
Fiat 500e now one of the cheapest EVs on sale as brand slashes prices across its range
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Fiat 500e now one of the cheapest EVs on sale as brand slashes prices across its range

Fiat has cut up to £4,000 off the price of its EVs, including the hot Abarth versions
News
2 Jan 2026
A cheap new Citroen EV is on the cards, but the EU must stop dithering
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A cheap new Citroen EV is on the cards, but the EU must stop dithering

A small, low-cost EV sounds like a modern day take on the iconic 2CV. But it may not be the only approach
News
2 Jan 2026
New XPeng X9 ditches pure-electric power for a ‘super range-extender’
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New XPeng X9 ditches pure-electric power for a ‘super range-extender’

The X9 is a luxury people carrier that could be heading to the UK this year
News
2 Jan 2026
The UK government’s electric car strategy is right! It should hold firm in 2026
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The UK government’s electric car strategy is right! It should hold firm in 2026

Phil McNamara thinks the government’s handling of the electric car transition is broadly correct and it should resist calls for change
Opinion
2 Jan 2026
New Alpine A390 beats the Porsche Macan Electric on price
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New Alpine A390 beats the Porsche Macan Electric on price

Tri-motor Alpine will clock the 0-62mph sprint in less than four seconds
News
2 Jan 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Frontera EV for £120 a month might just be deal of the year
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Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Frontera EV for £120 a month might just be deal of the year

It may be the end of the year, but there are still amazing car deals to be had. The Vauxhall Frontera Electric is our Deal of the Day for December 31.
News
31 Dec 2025
Tesla has lost its edge, but rival car brands could be made to fear it once again
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Tesla has lost its edge, but rival car brands could be made to fear it once again

News reporter Ellis Hyde believes Tesla is no longer a force to be reckoned with, but could be again
Opinion
30 Dec 2025
New Nissan Sakura 2026 review: a kei car for Europe?
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New Nissan Sakura 2026 review: a kei car for Europe?

All-electric versions of Japan’s kei car will help to form the basis of a new, low-cost, low-regulation EV from Europe’s manufacturers
Road tests
29 Dec 2025
Used Tesla Model Y (Mk1 2022-date) buyer’s guide: simply one of the best EVs
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Used Tesla Model Y (Mk1 2022-date) buyer’s guide: simply one of the best EVs

A full used buyer’s guide on the Tesla Model Y which has been on sale in the UK since 2022
Used car tests
28 Dec 2025
Let people choose the car that’s right for them, not meddling politicians
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Let people choose the car that’s right for them, not meddling politicians

We need to reduce our carbon footprint, but I’ll never not advocate for people buying the car that’s right for them
Opinion
28 Dec 2025
Best car group tests 2025: the year’s top new models fight it out
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Best car group tests 2025: the year’s top new models fight it out

There’s nowhere to hide on the Auto Express car group test and these were the tests that stood out in 2025.
Features
28 Dec 2025
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New Leapmotor i C10 Irmscher 2026 review: fancier but not much faster
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New Leapmotor i C10 Irmscher 2026 review: fancier but not much faster

The new i C10 Irmscher is better thought of as a posher trim level rather than an outright performance SUV
Road tests
26 Dec 2025
New Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance is a 420bhp Christmas cracker
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New Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance is a 420bhp Christmas cracker

This ultimate version of the Lexus RZ is one Christmas present we won’t get in the UK
News
24 Dec 2025
Smart #1 review
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Smart #1 review

Performance, efficiency and practicality are Smart #1 highlights, but it needs ride quality and infotainment improvements to best its rivals
In-depth reviews
23 Dec 2025
Kia EV5 review
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Kia EV5 review

The Kia EV5 is an intriguing alternative to the Skoda Enyaq and Tesla Model Y, but it can’t beat them
In-depth reviews
23 Dec 2025
Electric cars are great, but not for everyone
Opinion - electric cars are great for some

Electric cars are great, but not for everyone

Mike Rutherford explains why Britain should follow in the EU’s footsteps
Opinion
23 Dec 2025
Kia PV5 Cargo van review
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Kia PV5 Cargo van review

Kia’s first foray into the world of vans is a strong one, but the brand still has a few lessons to learn
In-depth reviews
23 Dec 2025
Radical Renault Filante Record 2025 manages 1,000km on a single charge, all at high speeds
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Radical Renault Filante Record 2025 manages 1,000km on a single charge, all at high speeds

The incredibly sculptural design is inspired by record-breaking cars from Renault’s past
News
23 Dec 2025
Peugeot 3008 review
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Peugeot 3008 review

Our testing of the 3008 uncovered a stylish family SUV that’s better in petrol form and has frustrating tech
In-depth reviews
22 Dec 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Hot 422bhp Smart #1 Brabus could be driven home for £252 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Hot 422bhp Smart #1 Brabus could be driven home for £252 a month

The Smart #1 Brabus usefully combines potent power with high levels of practicality. It’s our Deal of the Day for December 22.
News
22 Dec 2025
Hyundai Staria EV could make its debut at Brussels Motor Show
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Hyundai Staria EV could make its debut at Brussels Motor Show

Eye-catching Korean MPV could be set for pure-electric power
News
22 Dec 2025
Alpine ‘A590’ Porsche Cayenne rival could unlock a future US launch
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Alpine ‘A590’ Porsche Cayenne rival could unlock a future US launch

The French sports car brand is considering a larger electric car that takes its cues from the A390
News
21 Dec 2025
New Ford Fiesta shaping up for its gigantic 2028 comeback
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New Ford Fiesta shaping up for its gigantic 2028 comeback

Ford’s passenger-car business will get a new lease of life thanks to Renault’s Ampere platform, paving the way for two new small EVs
News
21 Dec 2025
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