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Skoda Octavia, Fabia and Kamiq all in line for new hybrid tech
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Skoda Octavia, Fabia and Kamiq all in line for new hybrid tech

Skoda is working to keep its combustion cars feeling fresh for customers that don’t feel the need to go EV just yet
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29 Jan 2026
New Porsche Panamera facelift spotted in high-performance hybrid form
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New Porsche Panamera facelift spotted in high-performance hybrid form

Porsche is planning further upgrades for its Panamera, spotted here in high-performance hybrid guise
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23 Jan 2026
New Lamborghini Temerario review: epic performance with a plug
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New Lamborghini Temerario review: epic performance with a plug

The Temerario combines a high-revving V8 engine with a plug, and it's a very exciting combination
Road tests
23 Jan 2026
Ford Kuga review
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Ford Kuga review

The Ford Kuga is a practical and efficient family SUV that’s also great to drive
In-depth reviews
20 Jan 2026
Huge plug-in hybrid car grant launched in Germany, but will the UK follow suit?
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Huge plug-in hybrid car grant launched in Germany, but will the UK follow suit?

Buyers of plug-in hybrids could save up to 4,500 Euros, while Germans choosing an EV could save up to 6,000 Euros
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20 Jan 2026
New BYD Sealion 5 DM-i is a bargain alternative to the Kia Sportage
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New BYD Sealion 5 DM-i is a bargain alternative to the Kia Sportage

Chinese giant is pitching its new plug-in SUV at the mainstream elite, but undercuts them on price
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14 Jan 2026
Car Deal of the Day: drive home a Audi A5 Avant plug-in hybrid for less than a family hatch
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Car Deal of the Day: drive home a Audi A5 Avant plug-in hybrid for less than a family hatch

Posh, desirable and efficient, the Audi A5 Avant e-hybrid has a lot going for it. It’s our Deal of the Day for 12 January.
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12 Jan 2026
Jeep Wrangler set for dramatic return with rough 'n' ready electrified power
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Jeep Wrangler set for dramatic return with rough 'n' ready electrified power

UK MD says he’s had conversations with top-level management that could see the legendary 4x4 reinvented for EV age
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8 Jan 2026
New Geely Starray hits the Kia Sportage where it hurts at under £30k
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New Geely Starray hits the Kia Sportage where it hurts at under £30k

The Chinese brand’s EM-i Super Hybrid system promises a massive pure-electric range of up to 84 miles
News
7 Jan 2026
Peugeot 3008 review
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Peugeot 3008 review

Our testing of the 3008 uncovered a stylish family SUV that’s better in petrol form and has frustrating tech
In-depth reviews
22 Dec 2025
Car Deal of the Day: £72k of Jeep Grand Cherokee for a shockingly low £347 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: £72k of Jeep Grand Cherokee for a shockingly low £347 a month

Being Jeep’s range-topping model means the Grand Cherokee 4xe is normally an expensive car to buy. But not with our Deal of the Day for December 18.
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18 Dec 2025
Audi A5 review
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Audi A5 review

The Audi A5 is a bigger, smarter, plusher (and pricier) replacement for the A4 that’s competent to drive
In-depth reviews
17 Dec 2025
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New Smart #6 is coming to rival BMW's 3 Series, just not in the UK
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New Smart #6 is coming to rival BMW's 3 Series, just not in the UK

Smart’s first saloon has been unveiled in China featuring plug-in hybrid power
News
10 Dec 2025
Jaecoo 7 review
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Jaecoo 7 review

The Jaecoo 7 aims to deliver plenty of space and an upmarket appearance at a competitive price
In-depth reviews
10 Dec 2025
New Mercedes CLA Hybrid 2025 review: an impressive EV alternative
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New Mercedes CLA Hybrid 2025 review: an impressive EV alternative

We hit the road in the hybrid version of the new Mercedes CLA to see how it stacks up against its EV brother
Road tests
9 Dec 2025
Kia Sportage review
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Kia Sportage review

The Kia Sportage continues to evolve, ensuring it remains competitive in a crowded market
In-depth reviews
9 Dec 2025
The Government just made EVs and plug-in hybrids far less attractive
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The Government just made EVs and plug-in hybrids far less attractive

Mike Rutherford wonders why anybody would now buy a pure-EV or PHEV after the Government announced plans for a pay-per-mile scheme
Opinion
7 Dec 2025
BMW 3 Series review
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BMW 3 Series review

The BMW 3 Series offers fine performance, driving dynamics, technology and refinement, but electric rivals are catching up
In-depth reviews
5 Dec 2025
Cupra Leon review
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Cupra Leon review

More eccentric than some rivals, Cupra’s updated Leon is a solid package with some impressive powertrains
In-depth reviews
2 Dec 2025
Mercedes E-Class Estate review
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Mercedes E-Class Estate review

The E-Class Estate is big on comfort and tech, but it’s no longer a leader in the space race
In-depth reviews
28 Nov 2025
New BYD Seal 6 Saloon 2026 review: great value PHEV with a few compromises
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New BYD Seal 6 Saloon 2026 review: great value PHEV with a few compromises

The BYD Seal 6 Saloon boasts strong pricing and efficiency, but the unsettled ride and basic Boost trim limit the appeal
Road tests
27 Nov 2025
Skoda Superb Estate review
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Skoda Superb Estate review

Skoda’s big Superb Estate really is a superb estate. It doesn’t rewrite the rulebook, but it didn’t need to
In-depth reviews
26 Nov 2025
Skoda Superb review
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Skoda Superb review

Skoda’s flagship still focuses on space and comfort, but now does it all with a touch more class
In-depth reviews
26 Nov 2025
Ford Ranger pick-up drops diesel as tax-friendly plug-in hybrid takes hold
Ford Ranger PHEV - front cornering

Ford Ranger pick-up drops diesel as tax-friendly plug-in hybrid takes hold

Ford’s iconic flat-bed is cutting what was previously its most popular engine as tax changes push working buyers to PHEVs
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21 Nov 2025
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New MG ZS PHEV on the way as brand doubles down on hybrid
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New MG ZS PHEV on the way as brand doubles down on hybrid

Hot on the heels of the MGS9 PHEV, MG’s product planning boss hints smaller hybrid is on the way
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20 Nov 2025
New BYD Atto 2 DM-i 2026 review: hybrid SUV is better than its EV sibling
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New BYD Atto 2 DM-i 2026 review: hybrid SUV is better than its EV sibling

The new BYD Atto 2 DM-i is a plug-in hybrid SUV that covers all the basics, but rivals are better to drive
Road tests
20 Nov 2025
Chery Tiggo 7 review
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Chery Tiggo 7 review

The Chery Tiggo 7 offers plenty to like, not least its appealingly low price
In-depth reviews
17 Nov 2025
Mazda CX-60 and CX-80 to get trim and tech updates for 2026
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Mazda CX-60 and CX-80 to get trim and tech updates for 2026

Mazda SUVs are doubling down on their high-end aspirations for the 2026 model year with a suite of upgrades
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14 Nov 2025
New Omoda 7 SUV opens for UK business at £32k, and smells fantastic
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New Omoda 7 SUV opens for UK business at £32k, and smells fantastic

The new mid-size SUV from China will be going up against the Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage
News
12 Nov 2025
Range Rover review
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Range Rover review

You’ll need deeper pockets than ever to buy one, but the latest Range Rover is an outstanding luxury SUV
In-depth reviews
11 Nov 2025
Vauxhall Astra review
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Vauxhall Astra review

Stylish looks, impressive technology and a wide variety of engines make the Vauxhall Astra a convincingly good family hatchback
In-depth reviews
11 Nov 2025
New Denza B5 2025 review: China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender
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New Denza B5 2025 review: China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender

We get an early taste of B5 electric SUV from BYD-owned Denza that is bound for Britain to take on premium players
Road tests
7 Nov 2025
New BYD Seal 6 PHEV is £13k less than a BMW 3 Series
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New BYD Seal 6 PHEV is £13k less than a BMW 3 Series

The Seal 6’s PHEV set-up offers up to 87 miles of pure-electric range
News
7 Nov 2025
Mercedes E-Class review
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Mercedes E-Class review

The Mercedes E-Class brings more tech than ever before, and it’s still a great long-distance cruiser
In-depth reviews
7 Nov 2025
Vauxhall Astra PHEV gets huge £3k price cut and a bigger battery for improved EV range
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Vauxhall Astra PHEV gets huge £3k price cut and a bigger battery for improved EV range

The upgraded Vauxhall Astra plug-in hybrid has been cut in price, despite gaining a bigger battery for up to 52 miles of pure-electric range
News
5 Nov 2025
New Toyota RAV4 GR Sport 2026 review: playful SUV has plenty to like
Toyota RAV4 GR Sport PHEV - front

New Toyota RAV4 GR Sport 2026 review: playful SUV has plenty to like

The all-new Toyota RAV4 SUV is an improvement over the model it replaces, but still falls short in some areas
Road tests
31 Oct 2025
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