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New Ford Fathom: budget electric pick-up is incredibly cheap
Ford Universal Electric Vehicle aero

New Ford Fathom: budget electric pick-up is incredibly cheap

Name confirmed for all-electric truck which could be one of the most important new Fords for decades
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6 Aug 2026
Bentley’s new Torcal EV will still sound like a V8
New Bentley Torcal teasers - bonnet emblem

Bentley’s new Torcal EV will still sound like a V8

As the countdown to the unveil continues, we’re learning more about what’s in store from eagerly awaited SUV
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6 Aug 2026
Car Deal of the Day: MG IM5 for £230 a month is IMmensely good value
MG IM5 - front cornering

Car Deal of the Day: MG IM5 for £230 a month is IMmensely good value

The IM5 is currently £100 a month cheaper than the Tesla Model 3. It’s our Deal of the Day for 6 August.
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6 Aug 2026
New Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupe has a 6-cylinder soundtrack but no engine
Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé 53 - front end

New Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupe has a 6-cylinder soundtrack but no engine

Latest version of AMG’s EV flagship could start from under £100k when it lands in the UK
News
6 Aug 2026
Peugeot E-Rifter review
Peugeot E-Rifter - front tracking

Peugeot E-Rifter review

The Peugeot E-Rifter MPV is cost-effective, family-friendly transport that masks its van roots well
In-depth reviews
6 Aug 2026
What is hypermiling and how do you do it?
Whisky fuel feature - Martin filling up

What is hypermiling and how do you do it?

Hypermiling helps you get the most from every last drop of fuel to maximise MPG. We explain how it works, and how it can save you money…
Tips & advice
6 Aug 2026
Chinese cars are beating Ford back, and if you can’t beat them…
Opinion - Ford and Geely

Chinese cars are beating Ford back, and if you can’t beat them…

Editor-at-large Phil McNamara explains why Ford’s partnerships with Geely and other brands could be key to its European revival
Opinion
6 Aug 2026
Three-car garage: used Toyota Aygo, Kia EV6, and MG Cyberster for £46k
3-car garage for 46k

Three-car garage: used Toyota Aygo, Kia EV6, and MG Cyberster for £46k

It’s time to enjoy some summertime motoring with the MG Cyberster, Kia EV6 and Toyota Aygo X
Features
6 Aug 2026
Omoda-Jaecoo topples Ford: stratospheric rise of Chinese car brands revealed
Omoda 5 and Jaecoo 7 - front static

Omoda-Jaecoo topples Ford: stratospheric rise of Chinese car brands revealed

Growth of Chinese brands outpaces that of legacy competitors as more people go electric
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5 Aug 2026
Peugeot GTi future: hybrid power could be coming, but no hot SUVs
New Peugeot E-208 GTi and 205 GTi - front action

Peugeot GTi future: hybrid power could be coming, but no hot SUVs

The electric hot hatch costs £34,995 and lands in the UK next year. We ask Peugeot CEO Alain Favey if a hybrid or SUV GTi will follow it
News
5 Aug 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Hyundai Ioniq 6 is jaw-dropping value for £238 a month
Hyundai Ioniq 6 - full front

Car Deal of the Day: Hyundai Ioniq 6 is jaw-dropping value for £238 a month

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is currently around £100 a month cheaper than some of its nearest rivals. It’s our Deal of the Day for 5 August.
News
5 Aug 2026
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New electric BMW M3 caught testing on the Nurburgring with aggressive styling
BMW M3 Electric - front tracking

New electric BMW M3 caught testing on the Nurburgring with aggressive styling

The electric model will be the most powerful to wear the M3 badge
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5 Aug 2026
Which cars qualify for the electric car grant? Full ECG list with our best (and worst) picks
Electric car charging mega test - Renault 5 front angled

Which cars qualify for the electric car grant? Full ECG list with our best (and worst) picks

In excess of 60 electric cars are now eligible for a Government-funded discount. Which should you go for from the ever-growing list?
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5 Aug 2026
Electric Car Grant explained: ECG discounts, eligibility details and how you get it
Auto Express creative director Darren Wilson charging the Lexus RZ

Electric Car Grant explained: ECG discounts, eligibility details and how you get it

You can get a discount of up to £3,750 on an electric car thanks to this Government grant, but which vehicles qualify and how do you claim? We reveal …
News
5 Aug 2026
Renault is leading Europe’s fightback against China
Opinion - Phil McNamara Renault

Renault is leading Europe’s fightback against China

Editor-at-large Phil McNamara reveals how Renault Group’s turnaround could form a blueprint for European car makers
Opinion
5 Aug 2026
Long-term test: Renault 4 E-Tech Iconic+
Renault 4 - charging fleetwatch

Long-term test: Renault 4 E-Tech Iconic+

Second fleetwatch report: living without a home charger means regular public charging, but the R4 is proving it isn’t as inconvenient as expected
Long-term tests
5 Aug 2026
New Vauxhall Corsa GSE: EV hot hatch is faster and cheaper than an Alpine A290
Tom Jervis with the Vauxhall Corsa GSE

New Vauxhall Corsa GSE: EV hot hatch is faster and cheaper than an Alpine A290

The 276bhp Vauxhall Corsa GSE starts from £32,995, including the Government’s £1,500 ECG
News
4 Aug 2026
Tesla Model Y review
Tesla Model Y - front tracking

Tesla Model Y review

The Tesla Model Y’s strong sales are no surprise, and it’s a frontrunner in the compact SUV class
In-depth reviews
4 Aug 2026
New Volkswagen ID.3 Neo 2026 review: EV puts VW back where it belongs
New Volkswagen ID.3 Neo - front tracking

New Volkswagen ID.3 Neo 2026 review: EV puts VW back where it belongs

Has VW’s all-electric hatchback finally grown up? We get behind the wheel to find out
Road tests
4 Aug 2026
Car Deal of the Day: DS No8 offers Parisian chic on the cheap for £359 a month
DS No8 Hybrid - front action

Car Deal of the Day: DS No8 offers Parisian chic on the cheap for £359 a month

Think traditional German electric saloons are too dull? The DS No8 might be the antidote, and is our Deal of the Day for 4 August.
News
4 Aug 2026
Smart #2 murals reveal electric city car’s design
Smart #2 murals - red front 3/4

Smart #2 murals reveal electric city car’s design

A series of urban artwork pieces around the world have given us a great look at Smart’s next-generation baby EV
News
4 Aug 2026
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo gets new battery and motor to see off the Kia PV5
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo - front tracking

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo gets new battery and motor to see off the Kia PV5

VW has made its electric van a better companion on the job
News
4 Aug 2026
Used Volkswagen ID. Buzz (Mk1, 2022-date) buyer’s guide: stand out from the SUV crowd
Used Volkswagen ID Buzz - front

Used Volkswagen ID. Buzz (Mk1, 2022-date) buyer’s guide: stand out from the SUV crowd

A full used buyer's guide on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz that has been on sale in the UK since 2022
Used car tests
4 Aug 2026
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The return of the Alfa Romeo 147? Sporty new hatchback to get stunning design
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The return of the Alfa Romeo 147? Sporty new hatchback to get stunning design

Alfa Romeo’s upcoming compact EV will introduce the brand’s next generation of technology while taking inspiration from the iconic 147
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4 Aug 2026
New Audi A2 e-tron prototype review: radical-looking EV shows promise
Ellis Hyde with the Audi A2 e-tron prototype

New Audi A2 e-tron prototype review: radical-looking EV shows promise

We get an early taste of the all-new Audi A2 e-tron hatchback ahead of its official arrival
Road tests
3 Aug 2026
Abarth 500e review
Abarth 500e - main image

Abarth 500e review

Abarth has had a stab at recreating its iconic 500 hot hatch for the electric era – with mixed results
In-depth reviews
3 Aug 2026
New Leapmotor B03 to jump into the ring with the Renault 5
New Leapmotor B03 - front 3/4

New Leapmotor B03 to jump into the ring with the Renault 5

Chinese-market Leapmotor A05 gives us a new look at upcoming B03 supermini
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3 Aug 2026
Cheaper EV charging is key to persuading more drivers to go electric
Leapmotor B10 - charging issues

Cheaper EV charging is key to persuading more drivers to go electric

A survey conducted by YouGov has revealed that a reduction in the price of public EV charging could help the UK hit ZEV Mandate targets
News
31 Jul 2026
New Volkswagen ID. Polo takes on the Renault 5 at under £26,000
Volkswagen ID Polo - front static

New Volkswagen ID. Polo takes on the Renault 5 at under £26,000

VW’s electric supermini is arriving with a 281-mile range, classy looks and a pinch of nostalgic charm
News
31 Jul 2026
New Porsche Macan GTS 2026 review: great to drive but expensive
Porsche Macan GTS - front tracking

New Porsche Macan GTS 2026 review: great to drive but expensive

This Macan certainly receives a boost of performance prowess, but we're not entirely sure that it's worth it
Road tests
31 Jul 2026
Jeep Avenger review
Jeep Avenger The North Face Edition - front tracking

Jeep Avenger review

The Jeep Avenger is a stylish SUV offered with petrol, hybrid and electric power, though more practical rivals exist
In-depth reviews
31 Jul 2026
New Lexus ES 2026 review: range and performance are a huge disappointment
Lexus ES UK - front

New Lexus ES 2026 review: range and performance are a huge disappointment

The Lexus ES has gone all-electric, but it can't compete with the best from BMW and Audi when it comes to range, charging and performance
Road tests
31 Jul 2026
UK car manufacturing is on life support and EV laws could pull the plug
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UK car manufacturing is on life support and EV laws could pull the plug

Brexit, EU and ZEV Mandate laws are preventing investment in UK automotive manufacturing, says head of trade body
News
30 Jul 2026
Renault boss: Europe must act on our plan to cut new car prices
Renault boss Francois Provost sitting

Renault boss: Europe must act on our plan to cut new car prices

Cut regulation, give us realistic electrification targets and lift the threat of billions in fines, urges Renault Group CEO François Provost
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30 Jul 2026
New Alfa Romeo Stelvio to tempt BMW X3 buyers with beautiful design
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New Alfa Romeo Stelvio to tempt BMW X3 buyers with beautiful design

The delayed Alfa Romeo Stelvio will boast both EV and petrol power, and our exclusive image previews how it could look
News
30 Jul 2026