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New Kia EV3 is a £30k electric car with a 372-mile range
Kia EV3 - front

New Kia EV3 is a £30k electric car with a 372-mile range

Kia expands its electric line up with the EV3 – taking plenty of inspiration from the flagship EV9
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23 May 2024
China’s BYD targets Britain’s New Routemaster with electric double-decker bus
BYD BD11 - front tracking

China’s BYD targets Britain’s New Routemaster with electric double-decker bus

The BYD BD11 is powered by a colossal 523kWh battery and can be recharged at speeds of 500kW
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22 May 2024
Smart #3 review
Smart #3 - front

Smart #3 review

The Smart #3 is a practical mid-size coupe-SUV that’s great to drive but with annoying infotainment and quality issues
In-depth reviews
21 May 2024
Honda e:Ny1 review
Honda eNy1 - front

Honda e:Ny1 review

The Honda e:Ny1 is a bit of a mixed bag in the competitive compact electric SUV class
In-depth reviews
20 May 2024
Honda ‘0 Series’ plans to bring seven new electric cars by 2030
Honda Series 0 Saloon

Honda ‘0 Series’ plans to bring seven new electric cars by 2030

Honda’s ‘0 Series’ of EVs will include a flagship saloon and SUVs of all sizes
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17 May 2024
New Cupra Born VZ 2024 review: a great stride for the EV hot hatch genre
New Cupra Born VZ - front

New Cupra Born VZ 2024 review: a great stride for the EV hot hatch genre

The Cupra Born VZ delivers a driving experience that was wholly unexpected given the shortcomings of other cars using the same tech.
Road tests
17 May 2024
Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV is £200,000 of electric opulence
Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV front 3/4

Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV is £200,000 of electric opulence

If a regular Mercedes EQS SUV isn’t flash enough, then Maybach might have the answer…
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17 May 2024
‘Wake up to hydrogen and other EV alternatives’, Ineos boss tells government
Ineos Grenadier Hydrogen

‘Wake up to hydrogen and other EV alternatives’, Ineos boss tells government

The Ineos Automotive CEO hits out at the EV-only approach to net-zero, saying “drivers have been left behind”
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16 May 2024
Halve the VAT on EVs to boost private sales, says VW boss
VW ID.4 - O/S tracking

Halve the VAT on EVs to boost private sales, says VW boss

VW UK boss wants a lower VAT rate for electric cars to bring down prices and stimulate demand from private buyers
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16 May 2024
Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S long-term test: a great choice for electric car newbies
Auto Express chief sub-editor Andy Pringle holding two L-plates while standing next to the Volkswagen ID.3

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S long-term test: a great choice for electric car newbies

Final report: Andy is no longer an EV learner as he says goodbye to VW
Long-term tests
16 May 2024
“Extreme electric car sales targets need a rethink”
Opinion - Ford Mustang Mach-E

“Extreme electric car sales targets need a rethink”

With Ford announcing it might restrict sales of petrol cars in the UK, editor Paul Barker thinks it’s time for the Government to take another look at …
Opinion
15 May 2024
New Peugeot E-3008 2024 review: fails to stand out from the EV crowd
Peugeot E-3008 UK - front

New Peugeot E-3008 2024 review: fails to stand out from the EV crowd

The new Peugeot E-3008 looks the part, but is held back by disappointing performance and a harsh ride
Road tests
14 May 2024
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Kia EV6 gets bigger battery, interior upgrades and EV9-inspired facelift
2024 Kia EV6 GT Line - front static

Kia EV6 gets bigger battery, interior upgrades and EV9-inspired facelift

The facelifted EV6 should arrive in UK showrooms before the end of the year
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14 May 2024
New Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology 2024 review: electric G-Class is classy but flawed
Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology - front

New Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology 2024 review: electric G-Class is classy but flawed

The new all-electric Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology has plenty of appeal, however it’s outclassed by most premium SUVs on the road
Road tests
13 May 2024
New 416bhp BYD Seal X hot hatch targets MG4 XPower and Cupra Born
BYD Seal X

New 416bhp BYD Seal X hot hatch targets MG4 XPower and Cupra Born

The all-electric family hatchback produces between 215 and 416bhp, and is likely to make it to the UK
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13 May 2024
‘Vauxhall listened to criticism and cut its electric car prices, now other brands need to follow suit’
Opinion - Vauxhall Corsa Electric

‘Vauxhall listened to criticism and cut its electric car prices, now other brands need to follow suit’

Mike Rutheford thinks electric car prices are still far too expensive
Opinion
12 May 2024
Skywell BE11 takes aim at the premium all-electric SUV market
Skywell BE11 front 3/4

Skywell BE11 takes aim at the premium all-electric SUV market

Chinese firm Skywell will begin UK sales later this year
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10 May 2024
Fastest charging electric cars on sale in the UK
Porsche Taycan - front tracking

Fastest charging electric cars on sale in the UK

There are caveats around maximum charging speeds of electric cars but the quickest charging models will generally help you spend less time hanging abo…
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9 May 2024
New Genesis X Dog is a paw-sitively luxurious concept car for canines
Genesis GV70 X Dog concept

New Genesis X Dog is a paw-sitively luxurious concept car for canines

It’s modelled on a GV70 and comes with a suite of accessories to make your four-legged friend more comfortable
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9 May 2024
Used electric car sales spike 71% as ex-company cars reach the market in big numbers
Tesla Model 3 - front

Used electric car sales spike 71% as ex-company cars reach the market in big numbers

Battery power accounted for 2.1 per cent of used car sales in the first quarter of 2024, with sales up 71 per cent
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8 May 2024
New 2024 BMW iX facelift sticks with controversial design
BMW iX facelift spy shot - Front 3/4

New 2024 BMW iX facelift sticks with controversial design

The luxury electric SUV sector is about to get even more competitive thanks to an revised iX
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8 May 2024
MINI Cooper review
MINI Cooper SE - front

MINI Cooper review

The MINI Cooper is a high-tech electric hatch that maintains a premium feel while also being fun to drive
In-depth reviews
7 May 2024
Chunky new Kia EV3 to be revealed on 23 May
Kia EV3 - front teaser

Chunky new Kia EV3 to be revealed on 23 May

The Kia EV9’s baby brother will look almost identical to the charming EV3 Concept revealed last year
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6 May 2024
"Fiat's model line-up is too small and too expensive"
Opinion - Fait 600e

"Fiat's model line-up is too small and too expensive"

Mike Rutherford thinks car companies such as Fiat should rely less on UK Government subsidies to help bail them out on EV sales, and focus more on res…
Opinion
5 May 2024
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First look at new look Kia EV6: full reveal just weeks away
KIA EV6 Teaser front light

First look at new look Kia EV6: full reveal just weeks away

The first official images of the facelifted EV6 confirm it will sport a fresh new look influenced by the seven-seat EV9
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2 May 2024
On-street Electric Vehicle charging slips off the political agenda for 2 May polls
On-street EV charging

On-street Electric Vehicle charging slips off the political agenda for 2 May polls

Voters rate council support for EV owners poorly, but election candidates aren’t addressing the issue
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1 May 2024
Hyundai Ioniq 6 review
Hyundai Ioniq 6 - front tracking

Hyundai Ioniq 6 review

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a very impressive electric car with a unique look and excellent technology
In-depth reviews
1 May 2024
“It’s easy to find tempting deals on electric cars”
Opinion - Honda eNy1

“It’s easy to find tempting deals on electric cars”

There are plenty of good deals to be had on EVs, but editor Paul Barker wonders if they’re what new car buyers really want
Opinion
1 May 2024
​​New Audi Q6 e-tron is almost as pricey as a Porsche
Audi Q6 E-Tron

​​New Audi Q6 e-tron is almost as pricey as a Porsche

The new all-electric Audi Q6 e-tron SUV is on sale now, but it’s priced on par with its Stuttgart sibling
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30 Apr 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Corsa Electric now cheaper than petrol!
Vauxhall Corsa Electric front corner driving

Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Corsa Electric now cheaper than petrol!

Vauxhall is offering a Corsa or Mokka EV for less than the equivalent petrol car on identical terms
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30 Apr 2024
Stable charging costs make EVs look cheaper as petrol prices rise
Fiat 500 connected to a Gridserve rapid charger

Stable charging costs make EVs look cheaper as petrol prices rise

The cost of EV charging has remained consistent in the last month, despite surging prices of petrol and diesel.
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29 Apr 2024
Renault Megane E-Tech gets extra kit but is now cheaper than ever
Renault Megane E-Tech - front tracking

Renault Megane E-Tech gets extra kit but is now cheaper than ever

An energy-saving heat pump is now standard on every model, plus all but the base trim benefits from a larger 12-inch touchscreen
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29 Apr 2024
New MINI Aceman: specs, prices and on sale date for the funky EV crossover
MINI Aceman - front static

New MINI Aceman: specs, prices and on sale date for the funky EV crossover

The all-new MINI Aceman offers up to 252 miles of range, while prices start from £31,800
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29 Apr 2024
Tesla Model 3 vs its five biggest rivals
Selection of electric company cars - static

Tesla Model 3 vs its five biggest rivals

Drivers are spoiled for choice in the flourishing EV company car market, but which of our six rivals does the business?
Car group tests
27 Apr 2024
New Genesis G80 EV Magma is an all-electric super-saloon
Two Genesis G80s on display at Beijing Motor Show

New Genesis G80 EV Magma is an all-electric super-saloon

It’s just a concept for now, but the EV Magma previews the latest addition to Genesis’ hot Magma program
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26 Apr 2024
Beijing Motor Show 2024: all the key cars and why they matter
Geneva Motor Show

Beijing Motor Show 2024: all the key cars and why they matter

The word’s major car manufacturers wheeled out their latest cars in China this month
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26 Apr 2024
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