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What is ISOFIX?
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What is ISOFIX?

ISOFIX is a system that makes it easy and safe to fit child car seats securely
Tips & advice
14 Apr 2026
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving tech finally approved for Europe, but not the UK
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Tesla’s Full Self-Driving tech finally approved for Europe, but not the UK

The Netherlands has become the first country in Europe to approve Tesla’s supervised autonomous driving technology for use on its roads, with more exp…
News
13 Apr 2026
Is car hacking real? Risks, vulnerabilities and expert cyber security tips
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Is car hacking real? Risks, vulnerabilities and expert cyber security tips

Last year's cyber attack on JLR may suggest hackers are only interested in large corporations, but we all need to be aware of the threats we face
Features
4 Apr 2026
New Mercedes EQS steer-by-wire review: luxury EV gets a yoke
Mercedes EQS steer-by-wire

New Mercedes EQS steer-by-wire review: luxury EV gets a yoke

Not only does steer-by-wire make car park manoeuvres easier, it can help with drifting as well…
Road tests
2 Apr 2026
Maybe I’m just getting old, but modern cars should be less complex to drive
Opinion - Paul Barker driving the Polestar 3

Maybe I’m just getting old, but modern cars should be less complex to drive

Editor Paul Barker wants his car to act more like a car, and less like a smartphone
Opinion
1 Apr 2026
New MG4 Urban will be the UK’s first EV with semi-solid-state batteries
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New MG4 Urban will be the UK’s first EV with semi-solid-state batteries

Industry-first semi-solid-state batteries will be available from the end of this year in new MG4 Urban
News
23 Mar 2026
Porsche makes new bid to save the manual gearbox with Koenigsegg-inspired auto mode
Porsche 911 Carrera S 7-Speed gear stick

Porsche makes new bid to save the manual gearbox with Koenigsegg-inspired auto mode

Shift-by-wire technology can switch between automatic and manual operation
News
18 Mar 2026
AI has begun its car industry revolution with humanoid robots taking human jobs
Opinion - BMW robot

AI has begun its car industry revolution with humanoid robots taking human jobs

Mike Rutherford thinks humanoid robots are set to play a key part in the car industry AI revolution
Opinion
15 Mar 2026
Renault Calvin is an industry-first humanoid robot that’s already helping build cars
Renault Calvin - front bending over to pick up tyre

Renault Calvin is an industry-first humanoid robot that’s already helping build cars

The tyre-hauling exoskeleton is working on the Renault Douai factory supply line, and will be joined by 350 headless brothers
News
12 Mar 2026
The rise of over-the-air updates means car touchscreens are here to stay
Car touchscreens - opinion

The rise of over-the-air updates means car touchscreens are here to stay

Editor Paul Barker thinks the return of physical buttons in cars isn't likely to happen as manufacturers are now focused on over-the-air updates
Opinion
11 Mar 2026
Are car headlights too bright? How hi-tech LED lights prioritise the driver but risk dazzling everyone else
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Are car headlights too bright? How hi-tech LED lights prioritise the driver but risk dazzling everyone else

LED headlamps on cars may improve visibility at night, but some people say they’re too bright. We investigate the issue and what can be done
Features
9 Mar 2026
Hands off! Ford Kuga BlueCruise Edition arrives with self-driving technology
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Hands off! Ford Kuga BlueCruise Edition arrives with self-driving technology

The Ford Kuga BlueCruise Edition starts from a snip under £42,000 and is available to order now
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5 Mar 2026
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New Ford Puma BlueCruise Edition can drive itself (almost)
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New Ford Puma BlueCruise Edition can drive itself (almost)

Britain’s best-selling car is now available as a special edition featuring Ford’s BlueCruise autonomous driving software
News
5 Mar 2026
Could your next car be designed by AI? Industry insiders reveal all…
AI Gemini designed DS

Could your next car be designed by AI? Industry insiders reveal all…

Artificial intelligence is already being used in the car industry, but what do designers think of it and where do they see the tech going?
Features
2 Mar 2026
What is a hybrid car? Mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids explained
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What is a hybrid car? Mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids explained

Hybrids are everywhere but with mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids all available, understanding the technology can be hard.
Tips & advice
26 Feb 2026
Regenerative braking: how does EV and hybrid car brake energy regeneration work?
Tesla Model 3 Long Range - wheel

Regenerative braking: how does EV and hybrid car brake energy regeneration work?

Regenerative braking turns your electric or hybrid car’s kinetic energy into electricity to charge its battery and boost efficiency. Here’s how…
Tips & advice
26 Feb 2026
What is a heat pump in an electric car? Range-boosting EV feature explained
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What is a heat pump in an electric car? Range-boosting EV feature explained

Here’s why you might want a heat pump in your next electric car
Tips & advice
26 Feb 2026
What is AdBlue?
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What is AdBlue?

Emissions regulations and SCR tech made AdBlue common in diesel cars – but what is AdBlue?
Tips & advice
25 Feb 2026
New Apple CarPlay update will let you watch videos in your car
Apple CarPlay Ultra - vehicle

New Apple CarPlay update will let you watch videos in your car

iOS 26.4 beta enables users to stream video to their car’s touchscreen via AirPlay
News
20 Feb 2026
Talk dirty to me: Tesla Model Y and Model 3 now feature Grok AI with 18+ NSFW modes
Tesla Model Y - front cornering

Talk dirty to me: Tesla Model Y and Model 3 now feature Grok AI with 18+ NSFW modes

Tesla owners can select Unhinged, Sexy, Motivation, Romantic and Argumentative personalities for the new in-car AI, though there are some more family-…
News
17 Feb 2026
Sorry Tesla: hidden car door handles to be banned in China over safety fears
New Tesla Model Y Standard - side action

Sorry Tesla: hidden car door handles to be banned in China over safety fears

The Chinese government has stepped in amid concerns that retractable or flush-fitting handles are causing fatalities in crashes
News
3 Feb 2026
Look out London: Waymo to launch driverless taxis in a matter of months
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Look out London: Waymo to launch driverless taxis in a matter of months

Waymo’s fleet of self-driving Jaguar I-Pace taxis could launch a full service as soon as September
News
29 Jan 2026
How Geely’s new £215m tech centre will make its cars safer
Geely safety testing centre - crash testing

How Geely’s new £215m tech centre will make its cars safer

Auto Express was among the first people allowed into the world’s largest automotive safety centre
News
25 Jan 2026
“One of the biggest over-the-air updates in history” is coming to a Volvo near you
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“One of the biggest over-the-air updates in history” is coming to a Volvo near you

There’s good news if you own a Volvo running a Google-based infotainment system
News
22 Jan 2026
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Don’t forget to to try out the touchscreen when test driving a car
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Don’t forget to to try out the touchscreen when test driving a car

Auto Express’ senior news reporter explains why you shouldn’t ignore trying out the infotainment screen when you’re evaluating a used car
Opinion
22 Jan 2026
Car fog lights: how they work and when to use them
Fog on the road

Car fog lights: how they work and when to use them

They do exactly as described, but fog lights seem to cause confusion with some drivers. Here’s all the key info on fog light use…
Tips & advice
21 Jan 2026
Tesla Full Self-Driving tech goes subscription-only in the US, but not the UK
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Tesla Full Self-Driving tech goes subscription-only in the US, but not the UK

US Tesla drivers will soon be forced to shell out $99 dollars per month if they haven’t already purchased Full Self-Driving software outright
News
14 Jan 2026
What is ABS? Anti-lock braking systems explained
ABS dashboard light

What is ABS? Anti-lock braking systems explained

ABS is a vital part of any modern car's safety equipment. Here's everything you need to know
Tips & advice
8 Jan 2026
Sony is making an SUV! New Afeela Prototype previews future production model
Sony Afeela Prototype 2026 - front 3/4

Sony is making an SUV! New Afeela Prototype previews future production model

Honda’s joint venture with Sony will launch a more versatile model alongside the Afeela 1 saloon
News
6 Jan 2026
Car brands must go back to cyber security school
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Car brands must go back to cyber security school

Tom Jervis thinks that if car manufacturers are going to continue harvesting our data, they need to get better at protecting it from criminals
Opinion
4 Jan 2026
Ultimate Timing Machine: BMW M launches new drag racing app
BMW M digital experience - figures on car

Ultimate Timing Machine: BMW M launches new drag racing app

In-car apps allow drivers to time their quarter-mile sprints and check what G-forces they’re pulling
News
18 Dec 2025
Tesla’s AI-powered robot is doing a meet and greet in London
AI generated image of Tesla's Optimus robot

Tesla’s AI-powered robot is doing a meet and greet in London

Guests to Westfield London will be able to meet Elon Musk’s new humanoid robot while snacking on popcorn
News
10 Dec 2025
Apple CarPlay quietly gets a major upgrade: here’s what’s new
Apple CarPlay Ultra - vehicle

Apple CarPlay quietly gets a major upgrade: here’s what’s new

More widgets and the ability to switch off annoying pinned messages feature are all a part of iOS 26.2
News
8 Dec 2025
Exclusive car stereo test: are premium car audio upgrades worth it?
 Car Audio test - VW driving

Exclusive car stereo test: are premium car audio upgrades worth it?

We listen to what the experts at Richer Sounds think about car companies' regular and upgraded stereo set-ups
Features
1 Dec 2025
Best car battery chargers 2026
Best battery chargers - How we tested

Best car battery chargers 2026

Which unit will keep your car battery in tip-top condition this winter?
Product group tests
24 Nov 2025
Are you ready for self-driving cars? Inside the autonomous car revolution
Autonomous driving

Are you ready for self-driving cars? Inside the autonomous car revolution

We could soon see driverless cars on UK roads – we investigate whether we’re ready or not
Tips & advice
23 Nov 2025
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