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Are EVs really cheaper to run? Exclusive electric vs petrol running costs analysis
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New Lepas L8 is heading to the UK to challenge the Kia Sportage
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Cheaper Volvo EX30 to be introduced alongside range-wide updates
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Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer is a true load-lugger for just £343 a month
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The Lancia Gamma is back! Italy’s answer to the Ford Capri is seen for the first time
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Kia guns for the Volkswagen Golf in this week’s Auto Express
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Dacia Duster and Bigster ready to tame the wild with new hybrid 150 4x4 system
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Home EV charger grant increased to £500, but most people still can’t get it…
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This McLaren W1 costs just £14,995, it’s a shame you can’t drive it
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Car Deal of the Day: Top-selling Ford Puma for a rock-bottom £166 a month
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Lamborghini Urus Performante caught again with mystery powerplant
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Hardcore MG Cyberster 'Superleggera' possible as brand wants special editions to boost sales
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Are EVs really cheaper to run? Exclusive electric vs petrol running costs analysis
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Car Deal of the Day: Top-selling Ford Puma for a rock-bottom £166 a month
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Ford and Renault EV deal: Fiesta and other new EVs will ‘feel like Fords’
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Car Deal of the Day: comfy and spacious Citroen e-C3 Aircross for just £118 per month
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New Apple CarPlay update will let you watch videos in your car
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New Toyota Yaris in-line for major rethink to try and please hybrid and EV buyers
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Car Deal of the Day: BMW i5 electric exec looks exceptional at £370 a month
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Dacia Bigster vs Citroen C5 Aircross: low prices and plenty of space, but which SUV does it best?
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Ford was the biggest car company in the world but it's hit hard times, and isn't alone
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Eyeing up a used car? Pay very close attention to the pictures
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Electric cars are more expensive to buy and insure, and will depreciate faster
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Car Deal of the Day: BMW i5 electric exec looks exceptional at £370 a month
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Our New Car Awards winners prove many great models are now more affordable than ever
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