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The Ford Capri is testing the ‘all publicity is good publicity’ adage to breaking point
Opinion - Ford Capri
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The Ford Capri is testing the ‘all publicity is good publicity’ adage to breaking point

Editor Paul Barker looks at why Ford decided to bring back the Capri name on a new electric SUV
24 Jul 2024
Jaguar is driving to survive so Formula E success has real value
Opinion - Jaguar Formula E
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Jaguar is driving to survive so Formula E success has real value

Tom Jervis thinks Jag’s Formula E exploits are coming at a great time for the British brand, especially with a TV series in the works…
23 Jul 2024
UK 3D and 4D number plate rules are unclear and confusing
Opinion - 4D number plates
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UK 3D and 4D number plate rules are unclear and confusing

Regtransfers CEO, Mark Trimbee, weighs-in on the confusion around 3D and 4D number plates, calling for clearer guidance for motorists
23 Jul 2024
The arrival of sub-£20k electric cars can't come soon enough
Opinion - Citroen e-C3
Opinion

The arrival of sub-£20k electric cars can't come soon enough

Mike Rutherford thinks that pure electric cars are still struggling to win over the hearts and minds of buyers
21 Jul 2024
F1 is in danger of becoming too expensive for its fans
Opinion - Lewis Hamilton
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F1 is in danger of becoming too expensive for its fans

After attending the 2024 British Grand Prix, Paul Barker was left shocked at how expensive everything was
17 Jul 2024
It’s a shame Aston Martin, Bentley, Jaguar, Land Rover or Rolls-Royce aren't good enough for the Prime Minister
Opinion - Bentley
Opinion

It’s a shame Aston Martin, Bentley, Jaguar, Land Rover or Rolls-Royce aren't good enough for the Prime Minister

Mike Rutherford looks back at a rollercoaster week in the automotive world
14 Jul 2024
The new Ford Capri should have been more coupe and less SUV
Opinion - Ford Capri
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The new Ford Capri should have been more coupe and less SUV

Editor Paul Barker thinks is surprising it has taken Ford thing long to bring back the Capri nameplate, and wonder what will be next
11 Jul 2024

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Labour could take £400billion from motorists over the next five years
Opinion - speed cameras
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Labour could take £400billion from motorists over the next five years

Mike Rutherford wonders whether the Labour party will reinvest the money it will make from motorists in better, safer, more efficient roads
7 Jul 2024
The 2024 New Car Awards were the most competitive yet
Opinion - New Car Awards 2024
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The 2024 New Car Awards were the most competitive yet

Editor Paul Barker admits it was hard to pick an overall Car of the Year due to so many strong contenders, but thinks we ended up with a worthy winner
3 Jul 2024
“Only Labour can save the UK car industry”
Opinion - Labour Party
Opinion

“Only Labour can save the UK car industry”

Andy Palmer, ex-Aston Martin and Nissan boss, is backing a Labour government to make a difference to the UK car industry
2 Jul 2024
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An average new car price of £40k is simply too high for most people
Opinion - Dealership
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An average new car price of £40k is simply too high for most people

With the average price of a new car in the UK now over £40,000, Mike Rutherford thinks vehicle manufacturers need to rip up their RRP lists and start …
30 Jun 2024
Dacia, Kia and MG have gone from no-hopers to celebrated winners
Opinion - Dacia Duster
Opinion

Dacia, Kia and MG have gone from no-hopers to celebrated winners

Mike Rutherford thinks Dacia, Kia and MG were once considered underdogs, but the 2024 Driver Power results show just how far all three manufacturers h…
23 Jun 2024
The death of the Geneva Motor Show can't be considered as progress
Opinion - Geneva Motor Show
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The death of the Geneva Motor Show can't be considered as progress

Mike Rutherford laments the demise of the iconic Geneva Motor Show
16 Jun 2024
The cars you love are similar to the ones we love
Opinion - Driver Power
Opinion

The cars you love are similar to the ones we love

Editor Paul Barker says a big thank you to everybody who took part in the 2024 Driver Power customer satisfaction survey
12 Jun 2024
Raise a glass in memory of Nick Reilly, a Vauxhall and automotive industry legend
Nick Reilly standing next to an Opel Ampera
Opinion

Raise a glass in memory of Nick Reilly, a Vauxhall and automotive industry legend

Editor Paul Barker remembers Nick Rielly, a giant figure of the British and International car industry who sadly died on Friday
11 Jun 2024
“Britain’s automotive industry has been bruised and battered over the last five years”
Opinion - UK manufacturing
Opinion

“Britain’s automotive industry has been bruised and battered over the last five years”

Mike Rutherford thinks a Chinese manufacturer should open a car factory in Britain - preferably one called BYD
9 Jun 2024
“I’d be surprised if Cadillac manages to make an impact in the UK”
Opinion - Cadillac
Opinion

“I’d be surprised if Cadillac manages to make an impact in the UK”

Editor Paul Barker is curious as to why Cadillac has decided to try and crack the UK market once again
5 Jun 2024
“We urgently need to know where Labour, the Conservatives, Lib Dems and others stand on motoring matters”
Opinion - vote
Opinion

“We urgently need to know where Labour, the Conservatives, Lib Dems and others stand on motoring matters”

With the general election fast approaching, Mike Rutherford thinks the 40 million driving-licence holders of Britain have the power in their hands
2 Jun 2024
“Electric cars are the future; we’ve gone too far for there to be any other dominant tech”
Opinion - EV charging
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“Electric cars are the future; we’ve gone too far for there to be any other dominant tech”

Editor Paul Barker thinks the next Prime Minister has a big motoring to-do list, including issues around electric cars and hybrids
29 May 2024
‘Electric cars, ULEZ and ICE bans: these topics are taboo for Keir Starmer and the Labour party’
Opinion - Keir Starmer
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‘Electric cars, ULEZ and ICE bans: these topics are taboo for Keir Starmer and the Labour party’

Mike Rutherford thinks Keir Starter needs to address motoring issues if he’s to be an effective Prime Minister
26 May 2024
‘Old movie and TV show cars will always hold a special place in our hearts’
Opinion - Herbie
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‘Old movie and TV show cars will always hold a special place in our hearts’

Editor Paul Barker thinks the car will always be the star when it comes to the big screen
22 May 2024
“Toyota’s record profits are down to hybrid cars, not EVs”
Opinion - Toyota C-HR
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“Toyota’s record profits are down to hybrid cars, not EVs”

Mike Rutherford thinks it’s been a crazy month so far, with electric car sales faltering and factories getting the go ahead across Europe
19 May 2024
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“Extreme electric car sales targets need a rethink”
Opinion - Ford Mustang Mach-E
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“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 …
15 May 2024
‘Vauxhall listened to criticism and cut its electric car prices, now other brands need to follow suit’
Opinion - Vauxhall Corsa Electric
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‘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
12 May 2024
'Is the BMW iX ugly? Its looks polarise opinion, but it would be boring if we all agreed'
Opinion - BMW iX
Opinion

'Is the BMW iX ugly? Its looks polarise opinion, but it would be boring if we all agreed'

Car design can cause plenty of debate, and editor Paul Barker thinks that's something new brands should learn from if they want to stand out from the …
8 May 2024
"Fiat's model line-up is too small and too expensive"
Opinion - Fait 600e
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"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…
5 May 2024
“You don’t need a Land Rover to have some off-road fun”
Opinion - You don’t need a Land Rover to have some off-road fun
Opinion

“You don’t need a Land Rover to have some off-road fun”

Senior News Reporter Alastair Crooks has got the off-road bug and wonders what’s stopping people from exploring the limits of their SUVs
1 May 2024
“It’s easy to find tempting deals on electric cars”
Opinion - Honda eNy1
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“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
1 May 2024
‘The British car industry is one of the nation’s best employers’
Opinion - car factory
Opinion

‘The British car industry is one of the nation’s best employers’

Mike Rutherford thinks the UK’s multi-billion-pound automotive industry is the perfect place for many youngsters to start their working life
28 Apr 2024
“Car designer Frank Stephenson has so many ideas he just doesn’t know how to stop”
Opinion - Frank Stephenson
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“Car designer Frank Stephenson has so many ideas he just doesn’t know how to stop”

Mike Rutherford speaks to legendary car designer Frank Stephenson to see what’s next
21 Apr 2024
‘Kodiaq, Qashqai, Junior: it's been a huge week for new SUVs’
Opinion - Skoda Kodiaq
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‘Kodiaq, Qashqai, Junior: it's been a huge week for new SUVs’

Editor Paul Barker takes a look at three new cars this week - the Skoda Kodiaq, Nissan Qashqai and Alfa Romeo Junior
17 Apr 2024
'The cure for slow electric car sales is simple - lower prices'
Mike Rutherford opinion - Skoda Enyaq tracking shot
Opinion

'The cure for slow electric car sales is simple - lower prices'

Mike Rutherford thinks the prices of electric cars is the number one thing deterring consumers from making the switch
14 Apr 2024
“I’m thrilled to lead Auto Express into a new era. We’ll build on what we have and make it even better”
Opinion - Paul Barker
Opinion

“I’m thrilled to lead Auto Express into a new era. We’ll build on what we have and make it even better”

Our new editor, Paul Barker says hello and sets out the stall for an Auto Express that’s better than ever
10 Apr 2024
‘It’s time for BMW to relaunch Triumph, and Rishi Sunak should help’
Opinion - Triumph
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‘It’s time for BMW to relaunch Triumph, and Rishi Sunak should help’

Mike Rutherford thinks there needs to be more British car companies selling sensibly priced cars on the world stage
7 Apr 2024