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Ford's fightback plan promises new Fiesta, Puma and Focus models specially for the UK and Europe
1+ hour, 52+ min ago (804+ words) Ford is laying out its fightback plan to turn around the European market, which promises five all-new models between 2027 and 2029." These new cars "tailored for European consumers "include a return to the supermini-segment with a new Ford Fiesta, plus SUVs…...
Car Deal of the Day: BMW M135 x Drive rocketship hatch at only "358 per month
22+ hour, 54+ min ago (420+ words) What happens when you take a premium, practical and stylish family hatchback and fit it with a fire-cracker engine and trick four-wheel drive system? Well, you get the highly capable BMW M135 which is currently available through the Auto Express Buy…...
How far do plug-in hybrid cars really go on a charge? Our megatest reveals all
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (1133+ words) However, that was edged out by the cheapest car on test, the "32. 5k MG HS. And the long-distance EV champion backed this up with 46 miles to the gallon when voltless, earning it the final space from our four heats. But which…...
No plug, no problem! VW's mild-hybrid Tiguan has impressed me so far
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (621+ words) It's still very early days with the Volkswagen Tiguan, but my initial impressions are mostly positive. It looks and feels like a premium product, while there's more space and practicality than our three-person family really needs. It's an easy car…...
The world's most anticipated new car hits Monaco
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (983+ words) Jaguar has confirmed its new all-electric grand tourer will be called the Jaguar Type 01, and while prototypes have previously been hidden away from the public, one will be on full display at the 2026 Monaco Formula E, with a new livery…...
The Government just made Ford's Explorer and Capri EVs cheaper
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (372+ words) The Ford Explorer and its sleeker sibling the Ford Capri have now got slightly cheaper as both'electric'SUVs now qualify for the Government's'Electric Car Grant.' Unlike the smaller Ford Puma Gen-E which gets the full "3, 750 Band 1 discount from the Government, the…...
Peugeot has priced its updated 408 to compete
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (582+ words) All three 408 powertrains are then available in one of three trim lines: Allure, GT and GT Premium. GT models ask an additional "3, 500 and include extra features like larger wheels, Matrix LED headlights and Alcantara inserts inside the cabin. Plump for…...
Better testing, clearer labelling: big change could be coming to the car tyre market
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (417+ words) Tyre labelling needs improvement, as it's based on assumptions from the past century." That's the view of one of the main figures behind a new project that could change the way car tyres are tested and labelled in the UK…...
New Honda hybrid saloon and SUV prototypes fill the 0 Series-sized hole after EV U-turn
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (591+ words) The first of these new models is a large Honda Hybrid Saloon Prototype, although the shape is certainly more "fast-back" than "three-box limousine". No specific technical elements have been disclosed yet, but it represents a big investment into new technology…...
Megatest of Britain's 16 favourite plug-in hybrids - pictures
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (46+ words) Auto Express Megatest of Britain's 16 favourite plug-in hybrids - pictures Our EV obsession is holding back green mobility, efficient hybrids are the answer Plug-in hybrids outpace EVs on battery degradation due to varied use patterns...