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Renault Megane vs Kia EV4: which electric hatchback is fit for all the family?
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Renault Megane vs Kia EV4: which electric hatchback is fit for all the family?

Sleek hatchbacks make more sense than bulky SUVs when it comes to EV efficiency. Kia’s EV4 is the new boy, and we’ve pitted it against Renault’s sharp…
Car group tests
3 Jan 2026
BYD beats Tesla as global sales slump for Elon Musk’s EV brand
BYD Seal - front cornering

BYD beats Tesla as global sales slump for Elon Musk’s EV brand

Chinese giant is now world’s top EV seller, after Tesla sales dropped for second year in a row in 2025
News
2 Jan 2026
Fiat 500e now one of the cheapest EVs on sale as brand slashes prices across its range
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Fiat 500e now one of the cheapest EVs on sale as brand slashes prices across its range

Fiat has cut up to £4,000 off the price of its EVs, including the hot Abarth versions
News
2 Jan 2026
A cheap new Citroen EV is on the cards, but the EU must stop dithering
Citroen Oli Concept - front

A cheap new Citroen EV is on the cards, but the EU must stop dithering

A small, low-cost EV sounds like a modern day take on the iconic 2CV. But it may not be the only approach
News
2 Jan 2026
New XPeng X9 ditches pure-electric power for a ‘super range-extender’
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New XPeng X9 ditches pure-electric power for a ‘super range-extender’

The X9 is a luxury people carrier that could be heading to the UK this year
News
2 Jan 2026
The UK government’s electric car strategy is right! It should hold firm in 2026
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The UK government’s electric car strategy is right! It should hold firm in 2026

Phil McNamara thinks the government’s handling of the electric car transition is broadly correct and it should resist calls for change
Opinion
2 Jan 2026
New Alpine A390 beats the Porsche Macan Electric on price
Alpine A390 - front

New Alpine A390 beats the Porsche Macan Electric on price

Tri-motor Alpine will clock the 0-62mph sprint in less than four seconds
News
2 Jan 2026
Tesla has lost its edge, but rival car brands could be made to fear it once again
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Tesla has lost its edge, but rival car brands could be made to fear it once again

News reporter Ellis Hyde believes Tesla is no longer a force to be reckoned with, but could be again
Opinion
30 Dec 2025
New Nissan Sakura 2026 review: a kei car for Europe?
Nissan Sakura - front tracking

New Nissan Sakura 2026 review: a kei car for Europe?

All-electric versions of Japan’s kei car will help to form the basis of a new, low-cost, low-regulation EV from Europe’s manufacturers
Road tests
29 Dec 2025
Used Tesla Model Y (Mk1 2022-date) buyer’s guide: simply one of the best EVs
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Used Tesla Model Y (Mk1 2022-date) buyer’s guide: simply one of the best EVs

A full used buyer’s guide on the Tesla Model Y which has been on sale in the UK since 2022
Used car tests
28 Dec 2025
Let people choose the car that’s right for them, not meddling politicians
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Let people choose the car that’s right for them, not meddling politicians

We need to reduce our carbon footprint, but I’ll never not advocate for people buying the car that’s right for them
Opinion
28 Dec 2025
Best car group tests 2025: the year’s top new models fight it out
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Best car group tests 2025: the year’s top new models fight it out

There’s nowhere to hide on the Auto Express car group test and these were the tests that stood out in 2025.
Features
28 Dec 2025
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New Leapmotor i C10 Irmscher 2026 review: fancier but not much faster
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New Leapmotor i C10 Irmscher 2026 review: fancier but not much faster

The new i C10 Irmscher is better thought of as a posher trim level rather than an outright performance SUV
Road tests
26 Dec 2025
New Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance is a 420bhp Christmas cracker
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New Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance is a 420bhp Christmas cracker

This ultimate version of the Lexus RZ is one Christmas present we won’t get in the UK
News
24 Dec 2025
Smart #1 review
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Smart #1 review

Performance, efficiency and practicality are Smart #1 highlights, but it needs ride quality and infotainment improvements to best its rivals
In-depth reviews
23 Dec 2025
Electric cars are great, but not for everyone
Opinion - electric cars are great for some

Electric cars are great, but not for everyone

Mike Rutherford explains why Britain should follow in the EU’s footsteps
Opinion
23 Dec 2025
Kia PV5 Cargo van review
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Kia PV5 Cargo van review

Kia’s first foray into the world of vans is a strong one, but the brand still has a few lessons to learn
In-depth reviews
23 Dec 2025
Radical Renault Filante Record 2025 manages 1,000km on a single charge, all at high speeds
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Radical Renault Filante Record 2025 manages 1,000km on a single charge, all at high speeds

The incredibly sculptural design is inspired by record-breaking cars from Renault’s past
News
23 Dec 2025
Peugeot 3008 review
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Peugeot 3008 review

Our testing of the 3008 uncovered a stylish family SUV that’s better in petrol form and has frustrating tech
In-depth reviews
22 Dec 2025
Hyundai Staria EV could make its debut at Brussels Motor Show
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Hyundai Staria EV could make its debut at Brussels Motor Show

Eye-catching Korean MPV could be set for pure-electric power
News
22 Dec 2025
Alpine ‘A590’ Porsche Cayenne rival could unlock a future US launch
Alpine A390 - front static

Alpine ‘A590’ Porsche Cayenne rival could unlock a future US launch

The French sports car brand is considering a larger electric car that takes its cues from the A390
News
21 Dec 2025
Car Deal of the Day: drive home for Christmas in a Hyundai Ioniq 6 for only £310 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: drive home for Christmas in a Hyundai Ioniq 6 for only £310 a month

Dramatically styled, hi-tech EV is a real bargain at this price. It’s our Deal of the Day for December 20
News
20 Dec 2025
EV drivers aren't avoiding long trips this Christmas, but range is a worry
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EV drivers aren't avoiding long trips this Christmas, but range is a worry

Our poll has revealed that a significant chunk of electric-car owners are nervous about driving long distances during the holiday season
News
20 Dec 2025
Car Deal of the Day: The posh Peugeot 3008 for £210 a month is a perfect Christmas gift
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Car Deal of the Day: The posh Peugeot 3008 for £210 a month is a perfect Christmas gift

This is probably the cheapest the Peugeot 3008 has been all year. No wonder it’s our Deal of the Day for December 19.
News
19 Dec 2025
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BYD Seal review
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BYD Seal review

The BYD Seal makes a strong case for itself as a well-built, efficient EV that’s great to drive
In-depth reviews
19 Dec 2025
New Kia PV5 Passenger and EV4 are brand’s first models to receive EV grant
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New Kia PV5 Passenger and EV4 are brand’s first models to receive EV grant

These EVs have only just launched in the UK, but they already qualify for a £1,500 discount from the Government
News
19 Dec 2025
New Fiat 600 Sport injects the chic small SUV with bad-boy attitude
Fiat 600 Sport - front cornering

New Fiat 600 Sport injects the chic small SUV with bad-boy attitude

Sport trim will be available on the hybrid and electric Fiat 600 from January 2026
News
18 Dec 2025
EVs won't be killing off the petrol car any time soon
Opinion - EV vs combustion

EVs won't be killing off the petrol car any time soon

Richard Ingram explains why plateauing consumer demand has changed the outlook for EVs
Opinion
17 Dec 2025
EU axes 2035 petrol and diesel car sales ban but UK holds firm on 2030
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EU axes 2035 petrol and diesel car sales ban but UK holds firm on 2030

From 2035, 10 per cent of car sales in the EU can comprise hybrid, plug-in hybrid or even standard petrol and diesel cars
News
17 Dec 2025
All-new Volkswagen ID. Cross spied as butch Ford Puma rival gets into shape
Volkswagen ID. Cross production car spy shots

All-new Volkswagen ID. Cross spied as butch Ford Puma rival gets into shape

The all-electric alternative to the Volkswagen T-Cross will go on sale before the end of 2026, and is expected to start from around £25k
News
16 Dec 2025
Nissan Micra Nismo hot hatch due as brand takes walk on the wild side
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Nissan Micra Nismo hot hatch due as brand takes walk on the wild side

A hot Nissan Micra would leverage the work done for the closely-related Alpine A290, and our exclusive image previews how it could look
News
16 Dec 2025
Alpine A390 review
Alpine A390 - front

Alpine A390 review

Although the new Alpine A390 electric SUV is a treat from behind the wheel, it's far from perfect
In-depth reviews
16 Dec 2025
Dacia Spring EV updated for 2026, and it’s still got a tiny price tag
Dacia Spring facelift - front

Dacia Spring EV updated for 2026, and it’s still got a tiny price tag

The Dacia Spring has been improved for 2026, but a replacement could come soon
News
16 Dec 2025
New Nissan Leaf: British-built EV enters production in Sunderland
Nissan Leaf - front

New Nissan Leaf: British-built EV enters production in Sunderland

On sale now, the sleek new Leaf is one of the very few models to qualify for the full £3,750 grant from the UK Government
News
16 Dec 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.4 is sensible, spacious and under £235 per month
Volkswagen ID.4 - front cornering

Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.4 is sensible, spacious and under £235 per month

The ID.4 is an electric SUV that focuses on the fundamentals rather than fancy gimmicks. It’s also our Deal of the Day for 15 December
News
15 Dec 2025
eVED pay-per-mile road tax decoded: will it make EVs more expensive than petrol cars?
eVED pay-per-mile road tax

eVED pay-per-mile road tax decoded: will it make EVs more expensive than petrol cars?

From April 2028, eEV drivers will be forced to pay three pence for every mile they drive, over and above their annual road tax fee
News
15 Dec 2025
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