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New 2026 Smart #2 teased with strong hints of the iconic ForTwo

New 2026 Smart #2 teased with strong hints of the iconic ForTwo
Smart helped revolutionise the city car and is now finally returning to its roots
New Polestar 7 to take the fight to Tesla, Audi and BMW with cutting-edge tech

New Polestar 7 to take the fight to Tesla, Audi and BMW with cutting-edge tech
The new Polestar 7 is set to arrive in 2028 and our exclusive images preview how it could look
New Audi TT: everything we know about the electric sports car

New Audi TT: everything we know about the electric sports car
The Audi TT looks set for a sensational return in electric form, and our exclusive image previews how it might look
Buyers would rather have a cheap car than a safe car

Buyers would rather have a cheap car than a safe car
Steve Walker gives his expert insight on why safety doesn’t sell, but you’re paying for it regardless
Cheap electric cars are more appealing than ever

Cheap electric cars are more appealing than ever
Editor Paul Barker explains how a recent Auto Express test revealed just how much value for money there is to be found in a low-cost EV
If electric car buyers thought they were confused, they ain’t seen nothing yet

If electric car buyers thought they were confused, they ain’t seen nothing yet
Confusion and uncertainty haven't helped the UK electric car market and little is likely to change, but it’s a great time to buy and Auto Express is h…
Dacia’s baby EV due in 12 months with a tiny £15k price tag

Dacia’s baby EV due in 12 months with a tiny £15k price tag
Dacia's new model will be developed in double-quick time, and it'll be built in Europe to avoid China tariffs
Hot new car products: the latest and greatest kit for your car

Hot new car products: the latest and greatest kit for your car
The latest additions to the world of automotive products from floor mats to dash cams...
The summer sunshine can be a big help when buying a used car

The summer sunshine can be a big help when buying a used car
Shane Wilkinson explains why a dry and sunny day can be particularly useful when inspecting a potential buy
Bose, Bowers & Wilkins or Burmester? A great car audio system is worth paying for

Bose, Bowers & Wilkins or Burmester? A great car audio system is worth paying for
Jordan Katsianis considers why manufacturers turn to high-end specialists to make great-sounding bespoke audio systems for their cars
Buying a left-hand drive car in the UK? It's not as silly as it sounds

Buying a left-hand drive car in the UK? It's not as silly as it sounds
Alastair Crooks gives his expert insight on what to do if you’re considering buying a left-hand-drive car in the UK
Illegal car meets and the police battle against anti-social driving

Illegal car meets and the police battle against anti-social driving
Anti-social driving is an ongoing issue, so we spent the day with Cheshire Constabulary to find out how they're tackling it
Your dream car colour could actually be a financial nightmare

Your dream car colour could actually be a financial nightmare
Paul Barker ponders the price of paint, and how mica and metallic mark-ups are leaving car buyers in the shade over the true cost
The Nissan Leaf redefined mobility. To save itself, the brand must be daring again

The Nissan Leaf redefined mobility. To save itself, the brand must be daring again
Andy Palmer, former Nissan COO, explains why Nissan's latest EV is a crucial one
Prepare to be ruthless when buying a new car

Prepare to be ruthless when buying a new car
Shane Wilkinson explains why you mustn’t be afraid to say no to a salesperson when buying your next new or used car
Buying the right car can work wonders for your mental health

Buying the right car can work wonders for your mental health
Paul Adam explains the role the car can play in helping to give you the ‘me time’ to maintain your wellbeing
The car is still king! Ridiculous train fares make them look like absolute bargains

The car is still king! Ridiculous train fares make them look like absolute bargains
In light of an apparent ‘new dawn for our railways', Mike Rutherford isn’t feeling too optimistic about this particular mode of transport
The power from thousands of UK car drivers is now in your hands

The power from thousands of UK car drivers is now in your hands
Darren Wilson explains why we value your insight into car ownership – and how you can share your opinions with us right now
Buying a nearly new car could save you serious money

Buying a nearly new car could save you serious money
Ryan Birch explains the pros and cons of buying what are often described as ‘nearly new’ or ‘delivery mileage' cars
New Peugeot 208 GTi hot hatch promises ‘fun and power’ as reveal edges closer

New Peugeot 208 GTi hot hatch promises ‘fun and power’ as reveal edges closer
Not only is Peugeot returning to the hot hatch scene, it’s also bringing back the iconic GTi badge
New Audi Q2 e-tron: popular small SUV is set to go electric

New Audi Q2 e-tron: popular small SUV is set to go electric
The combustion-powered Q2 is on its way out, so here’s everything you need to know about its fully electric replacement
Assumption is the mother of most terrible car purchases

Assumption is the mother of most terrible car purchases
Ellis Hyde explains why you should do your homework and read the small print if you want to avoid any nasty surprises when buying a new car
Diesel isn’t always a dirty word

Diesel isn’t always a dirty word
Jordan Katsianis explains why he thinks we don’t all have to buy petrol cars or EVs. There is another way that makes real sense for some buyers
Citroen Ami Buggy sales on ice because of the UK’s weather

Citroen Ami Buggy sales on ice because of the UK’s weather
French firm’s UK boss explains why funkiest version of electric quadricycle isn’t coming here… yet
Car wheels are simply getting too big

Car wheels are simply getting too big
Tom Jervis gives his expert insight on why big wheels aren’t always a big deal
Buying a used car? Don’t let shoddy build quality catch you out

Buying a used car? Don’t let shoddy build quality catch you out
Ellis Hyde explains why it’s worth paying extra attention to build quality when you’re choosing your next car
Hyundai’s N division isn’t axing petrol hot hatchbacks just yet

Hyundai’s N division isn’t axing petrol hot hatchbacks just yet
Performance division’s VP says that it’s “not true” that the brand is going EV-only, hinting at hybrid-powered models to come
No new Alfa Romeo sports cars, unless...

No new Alfa Romeo sports cars, unless...
…Italian brand can start to shift serious amounts of new product. Then we could see it make a new sports car
New Alfa Romeo Stelvio spy shots show SUV will be bigger and sportier than ever

New Alfa Romeo Stelvio spy shots show SUV will be bigger and sportier than ever
The Next generation of Alfa’s flagship SUV has been seen out on test
"Car design today is too aggressive": McLaren F1's designer weighs-in on the modern auto aesthetic

"Car design today is too aggressive": McLaren F1's designer weighs-in on the modern auto aesthetic
Peter Stevens expresses his disenchantment with modern car design, telling Auto Express the way a car looks will become “all the more important” with …
Kia has grown into a firm UK favourite, and it’s showing no sign of slowing down

Kia has grown into a firm UK favourite, and it’s showing no sign of slowing down
Paul Barker explains why the Korean brand is managing to win the hearts of so many British buyers
Drivers are being forgotten in the push for ever more complex car tech

Drivers are being forgotten in the push for ever more complex car tech
Using a handheld phone while driving is illegal but car touchscreens are becoming more complicated and phone-like with no regulation - as our test sho…
Best car infotainment systems: head-to-head test for features, user experience and driver distraction

Best car infotainment systems: head-to-head test for features, user experience and driver distraction
How distracting is your car’s touch screen? We test 10 of the most popular systems to rate the best and worst performers
Best car voice control systems tested and rated

Best car voice control systems tested and rated
Voice control is common in all manner of devices these days but how do the top in-car systems perform under pressure?
BMW pauses EV production plan for MINI Oxford plant: slow electric car sales blamed

BMW pauses EV production plan for MINI Oxford plant: slow electric car sales blamed
Plans to build the electric MINI hatch and Aceman in the UK are now on hold