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Range Rover Electric and Dacia Spring are EV extremes but I've found the sweet spot
Opinion - EV sweet spot

Range Rover Electric and Dacia Spring are EV extremes but I've found the sweet spot

Mike Rutherford believes he's figured out the trick to getting the best EV bargain
Opinion
20 Sep 2026
Renault’s design future: concept car, new Rafale and new Scenic to aim for audacity
Renault 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Renault’s design future: concept car, new Rafale and new Scenic to aim for audacity

Alexandre Malval, the new head of Renault brand design, vows to deliver family cars with personality, audacity and great proportions
Features
19 Sep 2026
Chinese cars now beat mainstream models on depreciation, just about
Omoda E5 and Jaecoo E5

Chinese cars now beat mainstream models on depreciation, just about

If you thought Chinese cars would depreciate hard, think again. They’re predicted to be fractionally ahead of non-Chinese brands for average retained …
News
18 Sep 2026
Rising prices are forcing us into older cars, don't tax them as well
Opinion - Rutherford don't tax older cars

Rising prices are forcing us into older cars, don't tax them as well

Mike Rutherford argues that the tougher emissions rules must reflect that millions of Brits rely on older cars every day
Opinion
13 Sep 2026
Over-the-air car updates are fine, but getting it right first time is better
Opinion - OTA updates

Over-the-air car updates are fine, but getting it right first time is better

News reporter Ellis Hyde weighs up the pros and cons of manufacturers using post- launch over-the-air updates to improve your car
Opinion
10 Sep 2026
Forget supercars and SUVs, tiny city cars are capturing the public's imagination
Opinion - tiny cars

Forget supercars and SUVs, tiny city cars are capturing the public's imagination

Mike Rutherford explains why pint-sized cars are set to become big business
Opinion
6 Sep 2026
Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota RAV4 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Family PHEV elite fight it out
Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi Outlander and Hyundai Tucson - front tracking

Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota RAV4 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Family PHEV elite fight it out

Plug-in hybrid SUVs offer the best of both words for dependable, efficient family motoring. Can Toyota’s latest RAV4 claim glory over its Mitsubishi a…
Car group tests
5 Sep 2026
AI is making the used car market a dangerous place
Opinion - AI used cars

AI is making the used car market a dangerous place

Consumer reporter Tom Jervis shares his concerns about buying a car in the age of AI
Opinion
3 Sep 2026
Best winter tyres 2026
John Barker standing next to two wheels and a VW Golf

Best winter tyres 2026

Our testers warmed to the task of finding the best cold-weather rubber for your car
Product group tests
2 Sep 2026
New Dacia Sandero is going EV, but there's still a place for petrol
Dacia Sandero render (watermarked) - front

New Dacia Sandero is going EV, but there's still a place for petrol

Next-generation supermini will provide a range of powertrains and a more rugged Stepway version
News
31 Aug 2026
Aston Martin, Bentley, McLaren, Jaguar Land Rover; Britain can win big in the luxury car market
Opinion - British brands

Aston Martin, Bentley, McLaren, Jaguar Land Rover; Britain can win big in the luxury car market

Mike Rutherford shares his vision for Britain's car-building future
Opinion
30 Aug 2026
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A long car warranty is great, if the brand sticks around to honour it
Opinion - car warranties

A long car warranty is great, if the brand sticks around to honour it

News reporter Ellis Hyde considers why sometimes it pays to do your homework when you’re buying a new car
Opinion
27 Aug 2026
New Audi A3 to stick with petrol and target big quality boost
Audi A3 render (watermarked) - front

New Audi A3 to stick with petrol and target big quality boost

The popular hatchback is set to be reborn with a new look, higher quality and cutting- edge tech as Audi looks to lead the premium car class
News
24 Aug 2026
I know the perfect place to showcase Britain's great love affair with the car
Opinion - Farnborough

I know the perfect place to showcase Britain's great love affair with the car

Mike Rutherford sees a golden opportunity for Britain's automotive scene
Opinion
21 Aug 2026
Rivian CEO: I’ve learned from Elon Musk’s mistakes at Tesla
Rivian is coming to Europe - R2 static front

Rivian CEO: I’ve learned from Elon Musk’s mistakes at Tesla

Rivian is seen by some as ‘the next Tesla’ - here’s why that’s both right and wrong
News
19 Aug 2026
Rivian is coming to the UK, and here's how it could topple Tesla
Rivian is coming to Europe - R2 front tracking

Rivian is coming to the UK, and here's how it could topple Tesla

Rivian CEO reveals the brand’s Tesla Model Y rival was developed with Europe in mind
News
17 Aug 2026
Hyundai Inster vs Honda Super-N: an eclectic EV city car clash
Hyundai Inster vs Honda Super-N - front cornering

Hyundai Inster vs Honda Super-N: an eclectic EV city car clash

Honda’s funky Super-N is the latest electric city car on the block. We find out if the kei car-based newcomer is a match for Hyundai’s Inster
Car group tests
15 Aug 2026
In a heatwave my electric car is super-cool transport AND chilled home office in one
Opinion - EV pre-conditioning

In a heatwave my electric car is super-cool transport AND chilled home office in one

Don’t underestimate the hidden perks of EV ownership, says our cool and collected consumer reporter, Tom Jervis
Opinion
14 Aug 2026
BMW X2 vs DS No4: the French fashionista takes on a Bavarian bruiser
BMW X2 vs DS No4 - front end

BMW X2 vs DS No4: the French fashionista takes on a Bavarian bruiser

Can stylish DS No4’s looks and kit list see off BMW’s X2 in our mild-hybrid family-car test?
Car group tests
8 Aug 2026
Considering a classic car? There’s no better buy than a vintage motor
Opinion - vintage cars

Considering a classic car? There’s no better buy than a vintage motor

Senior content editor Shane Wilkinson has recently treated himself to a pre-war classic, and he thinks you should do the same
Opinion
6 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
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
News
5 Aug 2026
Vauxhall Corsa vs SEAT Ibiza: Spanish supermini takes on British favourite
Vauxhall Corsa vs SEAT Ibiza - header

Vauxhall Corsa vs SEAT Ibiza: Spanish supermini takes on British favourite

Updates have kept the long-running SEAT Ibiza and Vauxhall Corsa superminis feeling fresh. But which is the better buy?
Car group tests
1 Aug 2026
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New Ford Kuga will arrive in 2029 with a little help from China
Ford Kuga render - front (watermarked)

New Ford Kuga will arrive in 2029 with a little help from China

The new Kuga will feature rally-bred looks and a practical cabin, and it'll powered by electric and hybrid tech from partner Geely
News
31 Jul 2026
Tesla Model 3 vs Mazda 6e: Japanese newcomer takes on EV royalty
Tesla Model 3 vs Mazda 6e - front tracking

Tesla Model 3 vs Mazda 6e: Japanese newcomer takes on EV royalty

Can Mazda’s link-up with Changan Automobile see the brand’s new 6e challenge Tesla’s popular Model 3 EV?
Car group tests
25 Jul 2026
Future of Aston Martin: next generation sports car and SUV secrets revealed
Aston CEO Adrian Hallmark talking to Phil McNamara next to a Vanquish

Future of Aston Martin: next generation sports car and SUV secrets revealed

Exclusive details of the new Aston Martin generation: new platform, hybrid and electric power, on the road in three-to-four years
News
6 Jul 2026
Chery Tiggo 9 vs MGS9: a budget Chinese 7-seater SUV showdown
Chery Tiggo 9 vs MGS9 - front tracking

Chery Tiggo 9 vs MGS9: a budget Chinese 7-seater SUV showdown

We pit the biggest seven-seaters from MG and Chery into battle. Will the MGS9 or Tiggo 9 lead the revolution?
Car group tests
20 Jun 2026
Citroen's MPV comeback plan is fantastic news for families
Opinion - Citroen MPVs

Citroen's MPV comeback plan is fantastic news for families

Paul Barker explains why Citroen’s potential return to the MPV market is something to get excited about
Opinion
15 Jun 2026
Dacia Sandero Stepway vs Fiat Grande Panda: cheap 'n' rugged small cars do battle
Dacia Sandero Stepway vs Fiat Grande Panda - front end

Dacia Sandero Stepway vs Fiat Grande Panda: cheap 'n' rugged small cars do battle

Hybrid version of Fiat’s Grande Panda takes on Dacia’s SUV-styled Sandero Stepway in our budget small car test
Car group tests
13 Jun 2026
New Toyota MR2 or Celica: thrilling mid-engined sports car prototype driven
Toyota MR2 design render (watermarked)

New Toyota MR2 or Celica: thrilling mid-engined sports car prototype driven

The new Toyota lightweight sports car will mark the return of a famous Toyota name, but will it be MR2 or Celica? Either way, we’ve driven it
News
11 Jun 2026
Don’t ignore Saab and Rover! Dead brands now make for serious used car bargains
Opinion - dead brands

Don’t ignore Saab and Rover! Dead brands now make for serious used car bargains

Auto Express’s senior news reporter explains why you shouldn’t dismiss a car from one of the many brands now defunct in the UK market
Opinion
4 Jun 2026
New Skoda Fabia facelift to transform sensible supermini with more style and hybrid tech
Skoda Fabia design render

New Skoda Fabia facelift to transform sensible supermini with more style and hybrid tech

Skoda’s sensible hatch was due to be axed by 2027, but now it’s here to say and is due to be updated as the brand works to keep its petrol-powered car…
News
25 May 2026
GTI is so loved on the VW Golf, the failure of hot Polos is a real mystery
Opinion - Volkswagen GTI

GTI is so loved on the VW Golf, the failure of hot Polos is a real mystery

Jordan Katsianis explains why the Polo has always been a GTI underdog
Opinion
16 May 2026
Car leasing makes a lot of financial sense, as long as you're not fussy
Opinion - car leasing

Car leasing makes a lot of financial sense, as long as you're not fussy

Richard Ingram argues that there are some great deals to be had on new cars if you’re not fussy and opt to lease your next set of wheels
Opinion
7 May 2026
Is the local garage doomed? Spiraling costs and mobile repairs threaten small car service centres
Electric car servicing car on ramp

Is the local garage doomed? Spiraling costs and mobile repairs threaten small car service centres

The garage industry is complaining about the existential threat of spiralling costs, with some companies touting on-demand mobile mechanic services as…
Features
24 Apr 2026