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2026 BMW i4 IIHS Side Crash Test: Good Rating, But No Top Award

IIHS rated the 2026 BMW i4 Good in the 37 mph side crash test, but Marginal and Poor headlights keep it off the award list.

REVIEW | 2026 Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer | Could this huge electric estate tempt you away from an SUV?

There are more electric estate cars coming to the UK market, including the Audi A6 Avant E-Tron, BYD Seal 6 Touring, Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Bra...

Buying a Jaecoo 7 Is “Betraying Britain”? Seriously?

A Telegraph columnist says buying a Jaecoo 7 is “betraying Britain”, compares it to a fake Rolex and suggests people who cannot afford a Range Rove...

Skoda Epiq review: I’ve driven the cool new electric SUV, but is it epic?

Skoda’s smallest and cheapest EV is cool, clever and great value, while an improved ride makes the finished Epiq even better than the prototype I d...

How to Tell if a Car Was Written Off Before You Buy It - motoringchronicle

Before you hand over a deposit on any used car, look at the V5C registration certificate for a note in the "vehicle status" section, then pay for an

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Mercedes-AMG Has Built A Ford Mustang GTD Rival! | 4K

This is the new Mercedes-AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung. Which is a rubbish name and someone in Mercedes’ marketing department should be fired, bec...

New Kia PV7 revealed: 286-mile electric van can carry nine people or three pallets

This bigger sibling to the award-winning PV5 gets 800V charging, two battery sizes and a lineup set to grow to 23 versions after its 2027 launch

You'll Own Nothing - And Never Stop Paying

From cars to homes we're paying more and owning less. Here's why that poses a major problem. Lets chat... #cheapcars #reliablecars #budgetcars ...

VW Emergency Assist Plus Can Now Steer an Unresponsive Driver to the Shoulder - motoringchronicle

Volkswagen is adding a fail-safe to its driver assistance lineup that can take over if the person behind the wheel becomes unresponsive. The update...

Driverless Taxis and Buses Can Now Operate on UK Roads With No Driver - motoringchronicle

Driverless taxis and buses can now legally carry paying passengers on UK roads, under permit rules that came into force on 15 May 2026.

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ŠKODA EPIQ - First Drive - Small EV, BIG Surprise !

I travelled to Germany to drive the all new Škoda Epiq. The smallest EV in their line-up but could it be their best car yet ? Choose your own 70Ma...

What Actually Happens If You Ignore an MOT Advisory - motoringchronicle

If your car came back from its MOT with an advisory, the test centre is telling you it passed. Nothing on the certificate changes your legal positi...

Car Deal of the Day: Cupra Leon is crazily cheap at £180 a month | Auto Express

The Cupra Leon mixes style and sporty appeal very well. It’s our Deal of the Day for 14 September.

VW's sleek new 500-mile EV pushes electric car range to the limit | Auto Express

The Mission Efficiency is shaped by aerodynamics but has enough space for a family – and could be heading to showrooms with a £42k price tag

BMW to add 3D view for navigation and driver assistance | Business Motoring

BMW, through a partnership with Mapbox, will introduce a 3D view for navigation instructions and driver assistance information.

How your new car could actually get better with age

In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, Steve Fowler explains how software updates mean the car on your driveway could improve long after you've bough...

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I should have had more faith in my Fiat Coupe 16v

After nearly a year of mistrust, my 1995 Fiat Coupé 16v went for an unplanned MOT – and passed cleanly. Maybe I should have had more faith

Is the B58 BMW’s Most Important Engine Ever?

From the 340i and Toyota Supra to the new M350 and Bovensiepen Spider, the B58 is making a strong case as BMW’s most important engine ever.

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray (2025) | Expert Rating | The Car Expert

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The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is a thrilling and tech-laden hybrid supercar, but its heavy weight limits its agility on winding country roads.

Bye Bye hatch! Vauxhall Astra set for radical estate-only rethink | Auto Express

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The new Vauxhall Astra is set to arrive by 2030 and our exclusive image previews how it could look

Now BYD’s aiming at the van and truck market

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BYD wants to carry more than people, lining up an electric delivery van and a 44-tonne truck with a claimed 372-mile range and 20-minute Flash Char...

How do I find my old car? | Auto Express

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If you find yourself pining for a long-lost car you’ve owned in the past, it’s easier than you think to discover where it is now

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Mercedes GLC review | Auto Express

The Mercedes GLC is a hugely impressive SUV with a fantastic interior and loads of in-car tech

New Stellantis BOW van is quite literally a ‘Box on Wheels’ | Auto Express

The quirky BOW. or ‘Box on Wheels’ concept is a collaboration between Stellantis Pro and a Chinese robotics company

The New BMW X5 Gets A Lot More Useful With Official Accessories

The new BMW X5/iX5 get a myriad of handy accessories, like roof and rear cargo boxes, along with a tablet holder and a smartphone adapter.

Renault unveils Trafic Van E-Tech electric at IAA Transportation 2026

Renault has unveiled the new Trafic Van E-Tech electric at the 2026 IAA Transportation Show, marking a major milestone in its ‘futuREady’ strategic...

Carwow Pits Ferrari 296 Against 1,156bhp Porsche Cayenne EV

In one corner sits the Ferrari 296, a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 plug-in hybrid producing a colossal 830hp and 740Nm.

Where to Start With Ram TRX Accessories and What to Buy First - Car Blog

The Ram TRX is already extreme from the factory. Here's where to start with accessories, what actually adds to what the truck already does, and wha...

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Modifying Your Audi - Car Blog

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Modifying an Audi is one of those projects that’s easy to start and easy to get wrong in small ways that add up. A few sensible checks before you s...

The new Volvo ES90 is so good, but SO ANNOYING!

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Get 20% off Car Vertical using code Carwow: https://www.carvertical.com/carwow Is the new Volvo ES90 the ultimate Scandinavian electric cruiser, o...

Volkswagen Turns To JSW As It Seeks To Revive India Growth

Volkswagen is considering a long-term strategic partnership with Indian conglomerate JSW Group as the German automaker...

How Cold Weather Cuts Every Electric Car's Range (and How to Reduce It) - motoringchronicle

Every electric car owner notices it at some point between October and March: the range shown on the dashboard falls faster than the miles actually ...

Nine Years Later, The Tesla Roadster Is Go for Launch

The Tesla Roadster prototype first appeared in November 2017, it was priced at $200,000 and the Founders Series at $250,000.

Kia reveals PV7 as second model in electric van range | Business Motoring

Kia has revealed the PV7, the second model in its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) electric van range, at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover.

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MG5 named UK’s fastest-selling used car as EVs dominate August rankings

The MG5 was the fastest-selling used car in the UK last month, with examples taking an average of just 20.6 days to find a buyer. That is according...

Leapmotor to build cars in Europe soon, but the UK won’t get them | Auto Express

Leapmotor needs to build cars in Europe to avoid tariffs on Chinese made cars, and is even considering buying a factory in Spain

CARB filings reveal upcoming new Ducati model, collaboration with luxury car maker

Ducati looks set to launch a new model which will be the result of a collaboration with a luxury car maker.

BMW’s New X5 Has More Carbon Fibre Than You Need

BMW has decided that the new X5 needs more stuff. Because apparently a luxury SUV wasn’t quite accessorised enough.

Everything you need to know about Mini | The Car Expert

Mini is best known for producing some of the most desirable hatchbacks to ever go on sale. But how much do you really know about this iconic brand?

Used Car Complaints to the Motor Ombudsman Jumped 14 Percent Last Year - motoringchronicle

Buying a used car remains one of the biggest single purchases most UK households make, and the latest figures from The Motor Ombudsman show a growi...

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How to Check an EV's Battery Health Before You Buy

Battery health is everything if you're buying a used EV. Our UK guide explains State of Health, the numbers to trust, red flags, and how to check i...

Massive new Kia PV7 is a practicality giant with up to nine seats | Auto Express

Korean brand aims to continue its takeover of the commercial sector with massive new PV7

Autotrader to overhaul Price Indicator with new dealer commentary and selling points

Autotrader is overhauling its Price Indicator tool to give dealers more control over how they explain the value behind their used cars. The online