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The Golf GTI Edition 50 is the most expensive GTI VW has ever made...>> buff.ly/IjMH7E7

Kia shows faith in the estate! Say hello to the K4 Sportswagon...>> buff.ly/sG8bcmF

Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Taigo is the cheapest we've ever seen it

VW's entry-level SUV is the cheapest we've seen it in today's Deal of the Day...>> buff.ly/GTQmObh

The worst councils for pothole repairs in England named and shamed...>> buff.ly/4h4MYMP

Is Mercedes about to reassert itself as the leader of the luxury car class? We hitch a ride in the new S-Class to find out...>> buff.ly/jv7xivT

Driven: The Audi RS e-tron GT Performance is proof that even EVs can get better with age

Renault attacks the premium car market... again. Will the new Filante worry BMW and Mercedes? >> buff.ly/83J5o10

Would used electric car grants work? Polestar thinks so

We've seen this new Honda badge somewhere before...

King of the off-road? New Geely 4x4 aims to knock the Defender from the top spot

Kia shows faith in the estate with a big new launch

Renault attacks the premium car market... again. Will the new Filante worry BMW and Mercedes? 🇫🇷🥖🚗 This is Renault’s new luxury flagship car, the Filante. Stop laughing, everyone who remembers French flops such as the Vel Satis and Avantime: this coupé-SUV isn’t destined to die on the rocks of Europe’s premium car market, but instead have a crack at the Hyundai group’s stranglehold in Korea. The Renault Filante offers lashings of space, comfort and technology. At 4.9 metres long it’s a big car, with an almost identical road footprint to Audi’s discontinued Q8 e-tron. Renault boasts it has best-in-class rear kneeroom, along with a comfortable suspension and civilised acoustics to deliver two Korean customer non-negotiables. Power comes from a hybrid engine, which has similarities with the Clio hybrid’s twin-motor approach. But the petrol engine itself differs: the Filante runs a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder pushing out 150bhp, compared with the Clio’s naturally aspirated 1.

Renault attacks the premium car market... again. Will the new Filante worry BMW and Mercedes?

The ultimate luxury car is on the way

A new Peugeot 208 is on the way and it could look like this...>> buff.ly/CX8IuMt

Vauxhall Frontera beaten by BYD Atto 2 in Britain vs China twin test 🇬🇧🇨🇳 There’s been a run in recent years of established car manufacturers reviving names from their past to help inject a bit of character into their line-ups. Ford has resurrected the Puma, Explorer and Capri badges with a mixed reception, while the revived Renault 5 is an all-new model that spearheads the firm’s next generation of EVs. Elsewhere, the Vauxhall Frontera has also made a comeback. The last version was a rebadged Isuzu that sold in decent numbers and had an emphasis on utility, but its modern namesake is Vauxhall’s latest small SUV, which replaces the worthy-but-dull Crossland in the manufacturer’s line-up. One reason for the revival of past names is familiarity. With so many Chinese car makers arriving in the UK, the established brands are aiming to connect with buyers via nostalgia, although the Vauxhall also has price on its side. In this test we’ve lined up the all-electric version of the Frontera

"The new petrol and diesel car ban is nothing more than state-sponsored bullying"...>> buff.ly/BmoLvMf

Car Deal of the Day: drive home a Audi A5 Avant plug-in hybrid for less than a family hatch

The worst councils for pothole repairs: Who's on England's road maintenance wall of shame?

The Volkswagen ID.4 is a great all-rounder, but is the sporty Black Edition trim worth the extra cash? >> buff.ly/HYJrz2Q

New Peugeot 208: square steering wheel and stunning new looks for EV supermini 👀🚗 “What we’re working on now is really the next big thing for us: the new 208,” Peugeot brand CEO Alain Favey told Auto Express in an exclusive interview. He said the recent Polygon concept – a small hatchback which gives big hints to the Peugeot 208’s design and technology – fired the starting gun on the new hatch’s introduction, with an unveiling likely at October’s Paris Motor Show. Our exclusive images based on the Polygon concept car show how the new 208 could look.

Manners cost nothing, especially when buying a used car...>> buff.ly/bhIUxGM

We pit the Vauxhall Frontera up against the BYD Atto 2...but which SUV will reign supreme? >> buff.ly/tbY8eVq

Hankook iON i*cept: unlock your EV’s full potential this winter

Three-car garage: an supermini, family SUV and hot hatch for under £55,000

Peugeot is out to shock with the new 208's stunning looks and square steering wheel

Mazda is upping it’s EV game with the striking new CX-6e, and here's everything we know so far...>> buff.ly/XPCsivK

Car Deal of the Day: Posh Volvo XC40 SUV for Qashqai money

The new petrol and diesel car ban is nothing more than state-sponsored bullying

Honda's Prelude could be getting the Type R treatment...>> buff.ly/mj5Kr18

Driven: VW’s ID.4 Pro Black Edition hits the sweet spot in the SUV’s line-up

Is Nissan about to return to the hot hatch game with this wild creation? >> buff.ly/wZh48aD

Honda's new CR-V and ZR-V concepts are ready to rally...>> buff.ly/HmuhcbA

Car Deal of the Day: Audi Q5 offers the best of petrol and electric for less

Manners cost nothing, especially when buying a used car

A new Renault Clio RS isn’t likely, but another hot hatch might fill that gap...>> buff.ly/15ADdkw

No wallbox, no problem! Topping up our Alfa Junior has been a doddle...>> buff.ly/A5FrgoF

Hot Honda Prelude Type R previewed by new Tokyo concept 🚗🚘 Honda has unveiled a hot new Prelude concept at the Tokyo Auto Salon which gives us our best look yet at a potential Honda Prelude Type R. The Prelude HRC concept aims to incorporate “the expertise of Honda Racing Corporation” (HRC), which is Honda’s global racing arm. Alongside the Prelude HRC concept there was also the HRC Prelude GT - which will compete in the Japanese Super GT race series. Our focus is on this concept because it could very well inspire Honda to replace the outgoing Civic Type R with a new hot coupe. Honda says it’s currently developing “HRC Performance Parts” for the all-new Prelude, which will “enhance the driving performance” by “leveraging the technologies and expertise amassed through racing activities”. It also adds the concept is equipped with these parts, so potentially we could see production Prelude models gaining these tweaks via an accessory-style kit list.

400bhp for £40k? This new Zeeker's power-per-pound ratio is off the charts! >> buff.ly/w6KRzcH

Are you amazed by Mazda's new EV? The CX-6e has just landed... 🥹🤓🧐👀👁️ Behold the all-new, rather striking Mazda CX-6e: the latest challenger to the smash-hit Tesla Model Y, Skoda Enyaq and Smart #5, and in effect the zero-emissions alternative to Mazda’s biggest seller, the CX-5. It’s due to arrive here towards the end of the year. This sleek mid-size electric SUV may look familiar to some readers because it was unveiled in China last spring, where it’s badged as the EZ-60. It’s also available with a plug-in hybrid powertrain offering a combined range of more than 600 miles over there, but only the EV version is coming to the UK and Europe.

The VW Taigo is a charming T-Cross alternative, and here's how to buy the best used example...>> buff.ly/FOFwtB3

Be adventurous with the Ford Explorer in today's Deal of the Day...>> buff.ly/Ul5uKGM

Bored of mainstream SUVs? DS might have the solution

Is the regular Toyota GR Yaris too calm for your liking? Take a look at this! >> buff.ly/FGsq9cE

Meet the new Hyundai Staria Electric! Is this the ultimate space-age MPV? >> buff.ly/LM3wKbV

New Honda Prelude Type R takes a step closer to reality

Is Nissan about to enter the hot hatch game with this wild creation?

New Honda CR-V and ZR-V SUV concepts are ready to rally

Shock new Honda Civic Type R revealed, but there’s a catch

A new Renault Clio RS isn’t likely, but this hot hatch might fill that gap

Kia's EV3 has been given the GT treatment, but it isn't quite as hot as we’d hoped...>> buff.ly/uT3sUqt

New Mazda CX-6e revealed 2026 - pictures

New Mazda CX-6e revealed: is Tesla Model Y rival more than a pretty face?

New breed of Mazda EVs delayed until at least 2028

New Kia EV2 on a mission to set new standards in the compact electric SUV class 🚙 The next step in Kia’s electric journey is focused on bringing electric motoring to the masses with the new Kia EV2. This compact B-segment crossover is roughly the size of a Nissan Juke or Volkswagen T-Cross, and will rival the Renault 4, Peugeot E-2008 and Jeep Avenger. Pricing is due to kick off at around £25,000, and Kia is already boasting its EV2 will pack some impressive figures for range and interior space when it lands in showrooms later this year.

The EV4 has only just arrived, but Kia has already turned up the power! >> buff.ly/JbOKjdi

Is this the perfect small SUV? The new Kia EV2 is cute, versatile and packed with tech

All-new Kia EV2 revealed: have we reached peak EV supermini?

New Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa is the most extreme Quadrifoglio ever 🚗 Last year the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio celebrated the 10th anniversary of its unveiling and along with the company extending Giulia production to 2027, it has also revealed the special-edition Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa. Alfa Romeo calls this version the “most extreme Quadrifoglio ever”, which is some going considering the crazed GTAm variant we tested back in 2021. The Luna Rossa will be much more exclusive than the 500-run GTAm, however; Alfa says just 10 units will be made, and all have already found buyers. Pricing hasn’t been announced, but given that the GTAm cost over £150,000 a few years ago, we expect an even higher figure for the new car.

New Hyundai Staria Electric is a wild MPV with spaceship styling

Treating yourself this year? These are 2026's best new car deals! >> buff.ly/TjqF8Zt

400bhp for £40k? This new Zeeker's power per pound ratio is off the charts

Just look at it! This hot new Alfa Giulia has a massive rear wing inspired by a boat

New Tesla Model 3 Standard slashes entry price and running costs

The new Geely Starray is attempting to hit the Kia Sportage where it hurts...>> buff.ly/BIL6U59

The Citroen e-C4 X is a pretty unique EV, but is it one that's worthy of your attention? We like: 🎨 Distinctive exterior style 💺 Comfortable ride and decent refinement We don't like: 🥾 Small boot opening limits versatility 🏃‍♂️ Average performance

Three-car garage: French, Korean and Japanese luxury cars for under £60k

UK EV charger boom held back by slow Government funding, says industry

Snowed in? These extreme machines will make short work of the white stuff...>> buff.ly/StYafZT

Pavement parking could soon be banned in areas across the UK

Our long-term Volvo EX30 is proof that a successful family car must be more than just spacious...>> buff.ly/G9uxXVV

This is BMW’s most important car in 20 years, but don’t let that high-pressure statement get in the way of enjoying all the huge steps forward in design and engineering the BMW iX3 offers. As this is now the pinnacle...>>

UK Road Safety Strategy: everything you need to know about Labour’s plan to halve road deaths by 2035

Will spiralling new-car prices result in a big year for Dacia? >> buff.ly/IdkIyLG

Renault Megane vs Kia EV4! Is the hatchback making a comeback? After years of SUVs being the most fashionable bodystyle among buyers, there’s a sense that things are switching back...>> buff.ly/rbNumm8

None for the road! Drink-drive limit in England and Wales slashed 🍷🍸🍹🍻🚱 Drink-drive limits in England and Wales are set to get even stricter. As part of its new Road Safety Strategy, the Government has announced that the maximum legal blood-alcohol content for drivers will be lowered to match that in Scotland. Currently in England and Wales, the limit stands at 80 milligrammes of alcohol per 100ml of blood. However, the proposed changes will reduce this to just 50 milligrammes, matching the lower limit that’s been in place in Scotland since 2014. It is unclear when these changes will be implemented, though. That’s not all, as the strategy is also expected to reduce the limit for novice drivers – ie those within two years of passing their test – to just 20 milligrammes. This will come alongside other restrictions for new drivers including a mandatory three or six-month learning period – something that will be confirmed following a consultation. Finally, the Government says repeat dr

New Geely Starray hits the Kia Sportage where it hurts at under £30k

In the busy compact electric SUV class, the Smart #5 stands out thanks to its premium finish, spacious cabin, strong equipment list and refined drive. There are two glaring flaws that pin the #5 back, though...>> buff.ly/6mKx1rO

Vauxhall to push ‘Britishness’ in battle against the Chinese, with help from Team GB

Used Volkswagen Taigo (Mk1, 2021-date) buyer’s guide: a charming T-Cross alternative

Looking for a new car? You’ll want to get in R-Line for our Deal of the Day! >> buff.ly/F8aelOn

Car Deal of the Day: Join the R-Line with a sporty VW Golf for £214 a month

None for the road! Drink-drive limit in England and Wales have been slashed...>> buff.ly/doxjtSZ

Technically, Hyundai has absolutely mastered hydrogen fuel-cell technology with the new Nexo, but the lack of infrastructure means it won’t work for the overwhelming majority of motorists...>> buff.ly/FuKCvnP

Benefits of Hyundai’s fancy new European tech centre to be felt by drivers

How to get snow and ice, ice off your car fast, baby

Welcome to the interior of the all-new, allegedly era-defining Volkswagen ID. Polo, which has been unveiled as the brand continues to build anticipation for the electric supermini’s world debut this spring...>> buff.ly/S7GRjYq

With new car prices soaring, Dacia's value focus should give it an edge in 2026

Britain can't get enough of the Ford Puma! >> buff.ly/5kjrY8y

It sounds like the new Toyota MR2 is really happening... 🧐🚗 Toyota has been teasing the return of the Toyota MR2 for a few years now, but mid-engined sports car fans have been put on high alert thanks to a brief video of a conversation posted by the Japanese firm’s sporty Gazoo Racing sub-brand. The 29-second video is in Japanese and follows a chat between a Toyota employee and the firm’s chairman, Akio Toyoda. Asked about his new car, Toyoda replies that it's a mid-engined two-seater that he wants to have ready in time for the Tokyo Auto Salon, which begins on Friday 9 January. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Mr Toyoda is playing a key role in what looks like the MR2’s comeback. President of Toyota between 2009 and 2023, he oversaw the launch of the LFA for Lexus, then the relatively affordable Toyota GT86 and GR86 sports cars, plus he helped bring back the Supra name. Under his ‘Morizo’ racing driver pseudonym, he even flipped a GR Yaris rally car onto its roof during testin

Own a Volvo EX30? You will want to read this…>> buff.ly/stBMfIw