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Honda’s future focus is fixed on hybrids as EVs take a back seat
Honda Civic - front cornering

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
News
26 Feb 2026
Mercedes CLA review
New Mercedes CLA being tested in the UK - front tracking

Mercedes CLA review

The electric Mercedes CLA represents a huge step forward for the brand’s EVs, and the hybrid version is very competitive too
In-depth reviews
25 Feb 2026
Dacia Duster and Bigster ready to tame the wild with new hybrid 150 4x4 system
Dacia Bigster AWD - front

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
News
25 Feb 2026
Volkswagen Golf review
Volkswagen Golf - front tracking

Volkswagen Golf review

The VW Golf remains a solid choice in the compact hatchback market
In-depth reviews
24 Feb 2026
No EVs, more V12s: Lamborghini officially cancels its electric car plans
Lamborghini Lanzador at Monterey Car Week

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
News
23 Feb 2026
Citroen C3 vs Toyota Aygo X: small budget hybrids in a high-stakes showdown
Toyota Aygo X vs Citroen C3 - front end

Citroen C3 vs Toyota Aygo X: small budget hybrids in a high-stakes showdown

Toyota’s Aygo X gets hybrid-only powertrain as part of refresh. How does it rate against Citroen’s latest C3?
Car group tests
21 Feb 2026
Dacia Sandero and Sandero Stepway get hybrid power and other updates
New Dacia Sandero Stepway - front 3/4

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
News
20 Feb 2026
Mitsubishi’s comeback: familiar names will return but the Evo isn’t one of them
2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

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
News
20 Feb 2026
New Audi RS 5: 630bhp stunner is literally a performance heavyweight
Audi RS 5 Avant - front

New Audi RS 5: 630bhp stunner is literally a performance heavyweight

The new Audi RS 5 might have 630bhp, but it comes with a huge weight penalty alongside it
News
19 Feb 2026
Geely Starray review
Geely Starray UK - front

Geely Starray review

The EX5 showed Geely could be a serious EV competitor and the Starray does the same in the plug-in hybrid market
In-depth reviews
19 Feb 2026
Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus
Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus - service garage

Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus

Second report: Our CX-80 emerges from its first service with flying colours. If only there were a few more in the cabin
Long-term tests
19 Feb 2026
New Toyota RAV4: prices, specs and advanced PHEV power
Toyota RAV4 - front

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
News
18 Feb 2026
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It “makes sense” for Geely to build cars in the UK
Geely Starray UK - front action

It “makes sense” for Geely to build cars in the UK

The third-largest Chinese manufacturer could have a new car building home in Britain
News
18 Feb 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Passat has all the toys for a bonkers £250 a month
Volkswagen Passat Estate UK - front action

Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Passat has all the toys for a bonkers £250 a month

The Passat has everything – space, style and the potential for some very low running costs. It’s our Deal of the Day for 17 February.
News
17 Feb 2026
Heavily-updated BMW M5 Touring on the way with Neue Klasse styling
New BMW M5 Touring spy shot - front

Heavily-updated BMW M5 Touring on the way with Neue Klasse styling

BMW’s comprehensive revamp of its current range will include the M5 and M5 Touring as spotted here
News
16 Feb 2026
Volkswagen Tiguan review
Volkswagen Tiguan UK - front

Volkswagen Tiguan review

Big-selling VW is a practical option that’s good to drive, but is pricey for those looking for a new family SUV
In-depth reviews
16 Feb 2026
Audi A3 review
Audi A3 - front

Audi A3 review

The Audi A3 is a tempting premium hatchback choice with a great range of engines and an improved interior
In-depth reviews
16 Feb 2026
BMW X1 review
BMW X1 xDrive23i M Sport - front tracking

BMW X1 review

The BMW X1 is a small premium SUV that offers plenty of interior space, excellent on-board technology, and efficient engines
In-depth reviews
13 Feb 2026
Jeep Avenger on track for a critical midlife update as new rivals emerge
Jeep Avenger facelift - front 3/4

Jeep Avenger on track for a critical midlife update as new rivals emerge

US brand’s smallest model to get essential upgrades with new rivals waiting in the wings
News
13 Feb 2026
Mazda CX-80 review
Mazda CX-80 - main image

Mazda CX-80 review

Mazda’s seven-seat SUV makes for an appealing and practical family car, with efficient powertrains and excellent build quality
In-depth reviews
12 Feb 2026
Alfa Romeo Junior review
Alfa Romeo Junior - main image

Alfa Romeo Junior review

The Alfa Romeo Junior is the brand's smallest SUV, and it aims to woo buyers looking for some sporty fun
In-depth reviews
12 Feb 2026
Toyota Aygo X review
Toyota Aygo X testing in the UK - front tracking

Toyota Aygo X review

Compact, charismatic and curiously potent, we think there’s lots to love about the Aygo X
In-depth reviews
12 Feb 2026
Mazda CX-60 review
Mazda CX-60 - front tracking

Mazda CX-60 review

The Mazda CX-60 is a left-field but worthy contender in the premium mid-size SUV class
In-depth reviews
12 Feb 2026
Alfa Romeo Tonale review
Alfa Romeo Tonale facelift - front tracking

Alfa Romeo Tonale review

Stunning looks, slick tech and decent practicality make the Alfa Romeo Tonale an appealing, if flawed, compact premium SUV
In-depth reviews
11 Feb 2026
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New Suzuki Across is a mirror image of the Toyota RAV4, once again
New Suzuki Across - dynamic front angled

New Suzuki Across is a mirror image of the Toyota RAV4, once again

The new Suzuki Across gets the latest plug-in hybrid system from its Toyota relative, but it's not coming to the UK
News
11 Feb 2026
Volkswagen Passat vs BYD Seal 6: estate cars are back with a bang!
BYD Seal 6 Touring and Volkswagen Passat Estate - front static

Volkswagen Passat vs BYD Seal 6: estate cars are back with a bang!

BYD’s first UK wagon, the Seal 6 Touring, squares up to VW’s Passat Estate, our current Towcar of the Year
Car group tests
7 Feb 2026
BYD Seal 6 review
New BYD Seal 6 DM-i Touring - front tracking

BYD Seal 6 review

Plug-in hybrid family car offers saloon or estate options and good value for money
In-depth reviews
6 Feb 2026
All-new Hyundai Bayon confirmed as testing begins
Hyundai compact SUV - front 3/4

All-new Hyundai Bayon confirmed as testing begins

Hyundai isn’t giving up on small petrol cars despite its all-electric Ioniq revolution
News
6 Feb 2026
BYD Sealion 5 review
BYD Sealion 5 DM-i Design - front tracking

BYD Sealion 5 review

The BYD Sealion 5 is an impressive plug-in hybrid SUV that costs less than many of its pure-petrol rivals
In-depth reviews
5 Feb 2026
The world’s most important modern car is a Toyota Prius
Opinion - Toyota Prius

The world’s most important modern car is a Toyota Prius

Steve Walker explains why the Toyota Prius is the most influential car of the last 30 years
Opinion
5 Feb 2026
Omoda 9 review
Omoda 9 - front

Omoda 9 review

The Omoda 9 promises premium SUV features and comfort at mainstream prices - but can it deliver?
In-depth reviews
4 Feb 2026
Lepas set for UK launch: Jaecoo and Omoda get a new sibling as our Chinese car options grow again
Lepas front

Lepas set for UK launch: Jaecoo and Omoda get a new sibling as our Chinese car options grow again

Billed as being ‘for the ‘urban explorer’, Lepas will bring European-focused hybrid SUVs
News
4 Feb 2026
Skoda Kodiaq review
Skoda Kodiaq - front tracking

Skoda Kodiaq review

The Skoda Kodiaq is a roomy SUV that offers plenty of ‘simply clever’ touches and up to seven seats
In-depth reviews
4 Feb 2026
Chery Tiggo 9 review
Chery Tiggo 9 - front tracking

Chery Tiggo 9 review

The Chery Tiggo 9 offers space, comfort and a strong plug-in hybrid system at a keen price
In-depth reviews
3 Feb 2026
Vauxhall Grandland review
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Vauxhall Grandland review

The Vauxhall Grandland is a practical and attractively priced family SUV, but it’s not particularly interesting to drive
In-depth reviews
2 Feb 2026
Volkswagen Passat review
Volkswagen Passat - main image

Volkswagen Passat review

Family car is now offered exclusively as an estate, but it remains an upmarket choice in the class
In-depth reviews
2 Feb 2026
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