Plug-in hybrid cars
Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer
Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer
The pay-per-mile eVED system is set to come into force in April 2028, charging EV and PHEV drivers on top of the standard road tax rate
Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus

Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus
Final report: our plug-in hybrid SUV had a distinctly split personality
Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 delivers an ocean of value at £218 a month

Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 delivers an ocean of value at £218 a month
The BYD Seal 6 is considerably cheaper than its nearest competition and is our Deal of the Day for 19 May.
New BYD Ti7 is China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender, and it’s coming to the UK

New BYD Ti7 is China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender, and it’s coming to the UK
A new, high-end, high powered seven-seat SUV is coming from the Chinese brand, with punchy pricing
Car Deal of the Day: Audi A6 oozes style and panache for under £400 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Audi A6 oozes style and panache for under £400 a month
Audi’s A6 is a German institution, and offers style, quality and class. It’s our Deal of the Day for 18 May.
BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head

BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head
The five top plug-in hybrid systems go head-to-head on UK roads, in the test no PHEV buyer can do without
PHEV megatest: Britain's 16 favourite plug-in hybrid systems tested

PHEV megatest: Britain's 16 favourite plug-in hybrid systems tested
It’s PHEV boom time. So we tried the systems offered in 59 cars, testing their EV range and efficiency, to reveal the ones you should buy
Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel

Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel
Second report: Our PHEV’s safety tech is nagging a little too often – it’s time to reach for the ‘off’ switch
New BYD Atto 2 DM-i is the UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid, but gets just 24 miles of EV range

New BYD Atto 2 DM-i is the UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid, but gets just 24 miles of EV range
Powertrains usually reserved for larger and more expensive models are now available on a B-segment BYD
New Omoda 7 Noble Tech has unique screen that slides right across the car

New Omoda 7 Noble Tech has unique screen that slides right across the car
A new top-spec variant of the Omoda 7 has a few functions we’ve not seen before
Plug-in hybrids outpace EVs on battery degradation due to varied use patterns

Plug-in hybrids outpace EVs on battery degradation due to varied use patterns
While average battery state of health is roughly the same for EVs and PHEVs, varied use cases create more variance for hybrids
New Volvo XC90 PHEV to lead brand’s focus on large batteries and long range

New Volvo XC90 PHEV to lead brand’s focus on large batteries and long range
Transition to electric cars is taking longer than anticipated, so Volvo says it will bridge the gap with new hybrids
Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport

Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport
Our BMW's harsh ride detracts from an otherwise great family package
Car Deal of the Day: Toyota Prius is a fuel-economy king for just £251 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Toyota Prius is a fuel-economy king for just £251 a month
The Toyota Prius is a fuel-sipping hatchback with head-turning looks. It’s our Deal of the Day for 24 April.
Car Deal of the Day: VW's Passat is a slick SUV alternative for £240 a month

Car Deal of the Day: VW's Passat is a slick SUV alternative for £240 a month
The VW Passat has been a classy choice for decades – and it’s shockingly affordable right now. It’s our Deal of the Day for 23 April.
New Nissan Frontier Pro pick-up could be coming to the UK with PHEV power

New Nissan Frontier Pro pick-up could be coming to the UK with PHEV power
Builders will rejoice if this cool Chinese-built truck packing petrol/electric power comes to Europe
Car Deal of the Day: £100k BMW 7 Series for an eye-catching £650 per month

Car Deal of the Day: £100k BMW 7 Series for an eye-catching £650 per month
Our Deal of the Day for 19 April is BMW’s luxury limo that’s packed with technology and the finest materials

















