Top 10 car brands for customer satisfaction

Japanese car makers led by Lexus have dominated the Driver Power 2019 brand results, claiming six of the Top 10 spots. Hot on the heels of last week’s Driver Power new car results – which saw the Toyota Prius claim victory as the best car on sale today – the Driver Power 2019 brand survey …

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Drivers holding back on electric switch

Lower prices, reassurances over battery life and more accessible charge points are among the things drivers claim would persuade them to switch to an electric car, it has emerged. According to research commissioned by Jardine Motors Group, despite the fact that electric vehicles are greener, just 7% of motorists have already made the switch. The …

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MG ZS review

Badge snobbery is all very well, but if you’re on a tight budget, value for money and peace of mind are the main priorities. The MG ZS is a great way to drive an affordable, attractive, spacious new SUV with one of the most generous warranties on the market. MG may now be Chinese owned …

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Ford Mustang celebrates 55th birthday

The Ford Mustang is 55 years old – and the iconic muscle car has plenty to celebrate. Ford claims the Mustang is the world’s best-selling sports coupe for the fourth straight year on the strength of 113,066 cars sold in 2018. And also in 2018, Ford celebrated the production of its 10 millionth Mustang at …

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Mercedes-Benz Nox Sensor Issues – A Guide

A Nox sensor on a Mercedes Benz can be an exceptionally helpful device, and there’s no doubt about that. However, like many pieces of technology, it is prone to go wrong. Knowing what it is and how it can develop faults can be critical for making sure that you look after yourself and others. With …

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Camp Jeep debut for new Gladiator pick-up

The all-new Jeep Gladiator will premiere in Europe this summer at Camp Jeep, the highlight of the year for fans of the seven slots. The 2019 event will take place between 12–14 July in San Martino di Castrozza, Italy. First revealed to the world at the Los Angeles Motor Show in late 2018, the Gladiator …

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Jaguar I-Pace wins World Car of the Year hat-trick

The ground-breaking all-electric Jaguar I-Pace has completed an historic treble at the 2019 World Car Awards. Not only did it win the coveted 2019 World Car of the Year and World Car Design of the Year titles – equalling the success of the F-Pace in 2017 – it was also been named World Green Car. …

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Revealed: the most satisfying new cars to own

The Toyota Prius has topped the table in the UK’s biggest new car ownership survey. The world’s biggest-selling hybrid car narrowly beat the Lexus IS saloon in the 2019 Driver Power survey, published exclusively by Auto Express. In all, there were three hybrids in the Driver Power top five, while the impressive new Alfa Romeo …

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Milestone for Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Sales of the ground-breaking Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV have reached 200,000 globally since it was launched in 2013, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has announced. The world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV has been rolled out to more than 50 countries and in doing so has become the world’s best-selling PHEV. It has also has been Europe’s most …

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Fuel economy figures more accurate than ever

What Car?’s True MPG testing has revealed that new official fuel economy tests are providing more accurate results than ever before. The Worldwide Harmonised Test Vehicle Procedure (WLTP) was introduced by the European Union in September 2017 to assess new vehicle emissions and fuel economy more accurately. The WLTP protocol replaced the NEDC type approval …

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Plug-in cars soar to record high in UK

The number of plug-in electric cars on British roads grew by three-quarters last year, according to new data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). There are now a record 195,410 plug-in vehicles (pure electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids) on our roads. Overall ownership of alternatively fuelled vehicles (AFVs) increased by almost …

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4D Neon Number Plates

4d neon number plates are unique and visually pleasing. If you are thinking about getting this type of number plates, there are things you must know. Below, we discuss everything you need to know about neon number plates to help you establish whether these number plates are legal and under which circumstances they can be …

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6 Benefits of the electric car

As the effects of climate change continue to make a presence in everyday life, there are a number of eco-friendly products being bought onto the market that can help to reduce your carbon footprint – and electric cars are no different. Here, we are going to look at six of the main benefits of electric …

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VW Amarok stars in epic new rough guide

A striking green Volkswagen Amarok is the subject of a glossy new 220-page coffee table travel book. From Sweden to Gran Canaria and Ukraine all the way to Portugal, the Amarok Adventure Guide presents 16 off-road routes with varying levels of difficulty. In all, the big pick-up from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles travelled more than 18,500 …

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Norwich shopping treat for Mercedes-Benz customers

Mercedes-Benz has opened its newest Pop-Up Shop in Norwich’s intu Chapelfield Shopping Centre. As well as a selection of the most popular Mercedes-Benz models, there’s an Approved Used Zone, located outside for the first time. For motorsport fans, there is the opportunity to compete against friends and family for the fastest lap time in the …

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Tips for keeping your mileage low while moving home

Moving home can be exciting, but also expensive. While there are many different things into which you may have to pour money as you prepare your residential relocation, it’s too easy for the vehicle transporting your items to run up a high mileage in the process – and so lead to high fuel costs. You …

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3 things to look for in your next set of wiper blades (and when to change them)

We often don’t pay too much attention to the humble wiper blade, but with poor visibility playing a significant role in road accidents, investing in quality wipers can keep you safer on the road, and save you money in the long term. Here are 3 things to look for in your next set, and when to change them.

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How to save £24 per day driving in London

Owners of older cars who drive in London on a daily basis can save up to £24 per day, or around £500 per month, by switching to a plug-in hybrid such as the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. With the establishment of the new Ultra-Low Emissions Zone in central London, petrol cars that don’t meet Euro 4 …

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Watch the evolution of car making at SEAT

Spanish brand SEAT has released a fascinating video illustrates how car manufacturing has changed over the past 50 years. The split-screen film shows how humans are helped out with heavy-lifting by state-of-the-art robots at SEAT’s Martorell factory near Barcelona, Spain. Designers, once armed with pencils and erasers, would come up with endless drawings on paper …

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New Italian car shrine opens in Turin

A treasure trove of Fiat, Lancia, Abarth and Alfa Romeo cars is about to open its doors to the public. Set in the former Officina 81 site in Via Plava, part of the huge industrial area of Mirafiori, more than 250 vehicles are on display, including rare concepts, race and rally cars – some never …

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Ford teases all-new Puma crossover

The much-loved Ford Puma is making a comeback, except this time round it’s morphed into a compact SUV. On sale in 2020 and slotting in between the EcoSport and all-new Kuga, Ford claims the Puma “fuses stunning exterior design; best-in-class luggage capacity and flexibility; and 48-volt mild-hybrid powertrain technology”. The first image of the all-new …

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All-new Ford Kuga goes electric

Ford has unveiled the stylish third generation of its best-selling SUV in the UK – and the next Kuga will be eco-friendly and more technologically advanced than ever. The attractive new addition to the range will be the first Ford to offer Mild, Plug-in and Full hybrid options. The Kuga was originally launched in 2008 …

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Car mileage fraud ‘at all time high’

The number of cars on UK roads with mileage discrepancies has risen to one in 14, claims new research. Automotive data experts HPI say the number of ‘clocked’ cars has risen from one in 20 cars in 2014 – an increase of nearly a third (30%) in just five years. HPI, which is one of …

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Alonso tests Toyota’s Dakar-winning Hilux

Ex-Formula One champion Fernando Alonso has completed a two-day evaluation test of a Toyota Hilux with a difference in the Kalahari Desert. The Toyota Gazoo Racing ace, who currently leads the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) drivers’ standings alongside team-mates Sébastien Buemi and Kazuki Nakajima, spent two days learning the specific demands of rally-raid driving …

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Pininfarina Battista hypercar to make UK debut

Automobili Pininfarina’s 100% electric Battista hyper GT is to be one of the highlights of the 77th Goodwood Members’ Meeting (April 5-7). Ex F1 and Formula E driver Nick Heidfeld, who is also is the Battista’s lead development driver, will appear with the car at the event. Heidfeld holds the distinction of recording the fastest …

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Five things we learned from the Australian Grand Prix

The Formula One circus is back on the road, and it feels as if it had never been gone. We are already growing accustomed to talking about Alfa Romeo and Racing point, and next week, the action will move to Bahrain. But before we head for the desert, let’s take a look back at events …

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Huge rise in abandoned cars on our streets

Britain is becoming a scrapheap for dumped cars with councils removing 34 abandoned vehicles every day at a cost of more than £500,000. New data obtained by Confused.com, through Freedom of Information requests to local authorities across England and Wales, reveals 12,442 abandoned vehicles were removed by councils in 2017/18. The study claims that the …

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Top 10 most reliable student cars

Cash-stricken students shouldn’t just choose the cheapest option when they are looking to buy a car – they should think long-term and also consider reliability and maintenance costs. Warranty Direct has done just that by compiling a list of the most reliable student cars looking at several key factors such as low running costs, ease …

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Volvo V60 Cross Country review

For us, the handsome Volvo V60 estate was arguably our Car of the Year 2018. As we said in our review: “Obviously it’s not special in a supercar kind of way – it’s just that it does everything it’s meant to do exceptionally well.” Volvo hasn’t rested on its laurels – 2019 sees the addition …

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Go low-cost motor racing with MG

Have you ever wanted to go tin-top racing, but been put off by the astronomical costs? Here’s the answer to your dreams… The MG Car Club has teamed up with MG Motor UK and the SAIC Motor UK Technical Centre to develop a new budget racer based on the MG3 hatchback. Meet the MG3 racer …

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Double celebration for Skoda

It’s been a big week for Skoda with the Czech brand marking two important automotive achievements. Firstly, it’s the 60th birthday of the Octavia, Skoda’s most successful model in the UK and a multi-million seller around the world. Second, the 500,000th third-generation Superb has rolled off the production line in Kvasiny in the Czech Republic. …

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Mitsubishi-l200-hepworth

A Pickup Truck without the Muck? The new fashion for pickups in 2019 The cars we all drive on a daily basis go in and out of fashion almost as much as the clothes we wear. Disagree? Well, just think of the massive trend for those wonderful wedge-shaped bodies of the 1980s that wasepitomised in …

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Duty calls for Honda at 2019 Isle Of Man TT

Honda UK is returning to the the Isle of Man TT in 2019 as both the official motorcycle and car partner to the iconic motorcycle road race. A combination of CBR1000RR Fireblade SPs and Civic Type Rs will be provided to the race organisers who monitor the circuit throughout qualifying and race-­week (May 25 – …

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Vauxhall Grandland X joins Blues and Twos

Vauxhall’s range-topping Grandland X SUV has joined the ranks at Cornwall Fire, Rescue and Community Safety Service which has ordered a fleet of eight vehicles. They will be used by officers to respond to incidents within the local community, including fire and emergency response. The Cornwall Fire, Rescue and Community Safety Service opted for the …

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Europe’s Top 20 biggest-selling new cars

The Ford Fiesta has long been the most popular new car in the UK, but have you ever wondered what are the biggest-selling cars in Europe? We’ve scanned through the data for 2018, supplied by automotive analysts JATO Dynamics, to reveal what’s hot and what’s not on the continent. The headline news was that the …

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Dishonest drivers staying silent over dents

Almost one in five British motorists would not leave their contact details if they dented another car when parking, reveals new research. The shocking level of driver dishonesty is even more surprising as failing to stop is an offence under the Road Traffic Act, however minor an accident. Motorists also are obliged to give their …

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Audi A1 Sportback review

Audi’s new entry-level A1 is all grown-up. We’ve been road-testing the baby hatchback, now with attitude…. The outgoing Audi A1 was a little gem with its dinky looks, quality interior, premium finish and fun driving characteristics. The all-new model is more of the same, but improves in every area. Sharing a platform with its impressive …

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Alpine A110 review

To say that the Alpine A110 has been one of the most eagerly anticipated new cars of recent times would be an understatement. It’s not just the return of a legendary French brand after more than 20 years, but it’s proof positive that there’s plenty of mileage left in the concept of lightweight, mid-engined sports …

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Revealed: how buyers choose new cars

More than three-quarters of Brits do careful research before buying a new or second-hand car, claims new research. Our car buying habits have been analysed by InsureTheGap.com in an Opinium survey and it would seem that we’re a pretty sensible bunch. However, there are still plenty of people who are swayed by emotional factors such …

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Dacia Duster 4x4s power ex-military personnel

An armed forces team which includes veterans with life-changing injuries is preparing to compete in one of the world’s toughest off-road rallies. The military personnel, part of Future Terrain charity, will be driving Dacia Duster 4x4s through the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert in the grueling Carta Rallye. This means driving more than 2,000 miles …

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Motorists urged to buckle up

All drivers are being urged to ensure that they and their passengers use seatbelts on every journey. The call from road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is in support of the latest week-long seatbelt enforcement operation by police forces. Wearing a seatbelt is not only a legal requirement (with a £100 penalty for …

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Storm Gareth: safe driving essentials

With the UK in the midst of Storm Gareth, IAM RoadSmart has some crucial advice to help you drive safely in the rain. As head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman, states: “With the British weather the way it is, we should all be well practised at driving in the rain. “Keeping your car maintained …

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Brand new Bugatti for less than £30,000?

Legendary luxury marque Bugatti is giving 500 customers the chance to buy a retro-chic car for the price of a mid-sized SUV. The Baby II is a three-quarters-size replica of the iconic Bugatti Type 35, so in theory it can be driven by both adults and children. The car is a tribute to the half-scale …

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Lexus on screen: the art of the Takumi

A new documentary explores the exceptional dedication required to become a Takumi – highly skilled craftsmen and women who also play a key role in delivering the quality present in every Lexus vehicle. The film, available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Instant, Google Play and iTunes from March 19, also poses the question of whether …

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Lexus UX review

We’ve been road-testing the all-new Lexus UX – the baby of the Japanese premium brand’s SUV family, slotting in below the RX and NX in the range. Lexus expects the UX (Urban Crossover) to take over as its most popular car within the year and lower the average age of its customer base thanks to …

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Extreme weather testing for Aston Martin DBX

Aston Martin’s first SUV, the DBX, has been continuing its intensive development programme at Pirelli’s official test facility, close to the Arctic Circle in Sweden. The Sottozero Centre at the Flurheden Proving Ground provides a range of extreme environments, from snowy roads to ice handling courses, allowing Aston Martin’s vehicle dynamics specialists – led by …

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Cheapest UK city to buy a new car revealed

New research suggests that there’s as postcode lottery when it comes to buying a new car with a difference of as much as £7,000 between cities  in the UK. Car accessory firm Ixplor decided to find out how prices changed throughout the country for two popular models – the Volkswagen Golf S (1.6) and Nissan …

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How to Quickly Add Value to Your Car

If you are thinking about building assets, or replacing your car, it is important that you don’t just preserve its value, but also increase it. Owning an older car is not necessarily bad; if you are still getting out a decent mileage of the engine, it might be a perfect little runaround for a college …

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Showstopping supercars: Top 10 best investments revealed

The eyes of the automotive world are firmly fixed on the Geneva Motor Show every March, but have you ever wondered how some of the high-end headliners have fared over the years? London-based JBR Capital, specialists in high-end vehicle finance, has named the Top 10 cars that have appreciated in value or held their worth …

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Motorists ‘lost’ without their smartphones

Using a mobile phone as a sat nav device is the leading cause of motorists breaking the mobile phone law in almost all regions of the UK, claims new research. The survey by Swinton Insurance found that nearly half (46%) of drivers who admit to using a mobile phone whilst driving, do so for navigation …

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Jaguar I-Pace wins European Car of the Year

The 100% electric Jaguar I-Pace has pipped the Alpine A110 to the 2019 European Car of the Year title. For the first time since ECOTY began in 1964 the top two cars ended up with the same number of votes (250 each). In keeping with the rules, the votes were then recounted to see which …

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Subaru Impreza review

Cards on table time – we’re big fans of Subaru, a hidden gem of a car brand if ever there was one. A left-field choice perhaps, but Subaru has a loyal following – especially for its Outback, XV and Forester SUVs. The problem for Subaru is that its 4x4s are so capable and durable that …

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Half of used vehicles ‘have a hidden history’

New research suggests that more than half (52%) of second-hand vehicles checked have a hidden history that could lead to problems for new owners. A sample of RAC Vehicle History Checks covering more than 32,000 separate used cars for sale in the UK flagged up a multitude of possible issues that should make prospective buyers …

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Jaguar I-Pace crowned UK Car of the Year

Jaguar’s game-changing 100% electric I-Pace performance SUV has beaten 11 other new cars to emerge victorious at the UK Car of the Year Awards 2019. The I-Pace was also named Best Executive car when the category winners were announced in February and it’s the third time in six years of the #UKCOTY Awards that the …

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Drivers split over Clean Air Zones

Half of motorists are in favour of Clean Air Zones – even if they were charged for entering them, a study found. Birmingham and Leeds are among the cities set to introduce the zones to improve air quality in those areas – potentially requiring drivers to pay a fee. The Clean Air Zones scheme is …

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Clever ways to deal with car condensation

It’s that time of the year when condensation in cars is particularly troublesome – especially in older vehicles. Recent research conducted for Confused.com revealed that one in five (20%) of UK drivers are dealing with condensation on a regular basis. Worryingly, it’s putting motorists and other road users in danger, with one in 10 (10%) …

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A guide to scrapping your car

As the world has become more aware of the increasing harm old cars are having on the environment (especially diesel) road tax has risen for these vehicles making them less and less worthy when it comes to selling on. In the current market, if you’re scrapping a car over 10 years old you’ll be lucky …

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Honda CR-V review

The latest Honda CR-V nicely reflects the current changes in the automotive world – not only is there no diesel engine offered, but it’s also the first time Honda has introduced a hybrid SUV in Europe. Now in its fifth generation, the CR-V has come a long way since it was launched in 1995 as …

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Top five types of winter road crashes

March is the second-worst month for accidents after November, according to new analysis from industry specialist, AX. Winter months see a 7.45% spike in road accidents, with rear-end collisions the most common, while the 10-minute spike between 17:00 and 17:10 sees most prangs across the evening rush-hour peak. The 3pm school-run is the next most …

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Ready for the car tax changes in April?

Thinking of buying a new car? The road ahead could be rocky thanks to tax rises coming in April 2019… If you’re using your own vehicle for work, you’re probably all too aware the tax it’s costing you. If you’re smart, you’re also on the ball about the tax it can save you as well. …

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This taxi thinks it’s a log cabin

The world’s cosiest taxi has been unveiled in London featuring velvet seats, sheepskin rugs – and a roaring fireplace. To help Brits get to work on a chilly February day, the one-of-a kind taxi has been decked out to resemble a country log cabin. From the inside, it’s almost unrecognisable as a London black cab, …

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Hi-tech glamping with Nissan

An cool concept could transform glamping for tech-loving adventurers by allowing them to stream boxsets on a projector screen – in the middle of nowhere. The Nissan x Opus is a ‘trailer camper’ with an eco-friendly battery pack that supports up to a week of electricity for adventurers who go ‘off-grid’. After ‘inflating’ in less …

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A guide on how to put your number plate on retention

Keeping your private number plate In the past, if you’ve bought a private number plate from a dealer or the DVLA you may be thinking about how you can change it over to a new car if you decide to get rid of your old one. This guide gives you the information you need to …

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Hi-tech glamping with Nissan

An cool concept could transform glamping for tech-loving adventurers by allowing them to stream box sets on a projector screen – in the middle of nowhere. The Nissan x Opus is a ‘trailer camper’ with an eco-friendly battery pack that supports up to a week of electricity for adventurers who go ‘off-grid’. After ‘inflating’ in …

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Bugatti goes ballistic at Cape Canaveral

NASA astronaut Jon McBride has tested a Bugatti Chiron on the very same runway where he landed a space shuttle at the famous Kennedy Space Center in Florida. McBride got the high-speed drive opportunity while the Bugatti Engineering team were conducting routine straight-line aerodynamic testing, with the focus on acceleration. “I’ve been on as many …

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Half-term happiness for car commuters

Drivers will save a total of 25 minutes or more on their commute to work next week – thanks to the school half-term break. More than half of Britain’s car commuters will gain at least five minutes each morning, as school traffic disappears from the roads. It all adds up to a spectacular total of …

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UK’s most popular used cars revealed

Nearly eight million used cars changed hands in 2018 with the Ford Fiesta topping the sales charts. A total of 7.9 million used car sales were completed, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) – a slight drop of 2.1% year-on-year. The SMMT said that 167,980 fewer second-hand cars had been sold …

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UK Car of the Year 2019 – the winners

The results of the prestigious 2019 UK Car of the Year awards have been announced, recognising 11 different manufacturers as class leaders across 12 different categories. The current holder of the overall UK Car of the Year title with the XC60, Volvo picked up where it left off in 2018 by claiming two awards – …

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Iconic Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B named Best of the Best

A stunning 1937 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Berlinetta has won the fourth annual The Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award. The ceremony brought together eight of the world’s finest classic cars – all ‘best of show’ winners from the top 2018 international concours events – to compete for the title of the most exceptional …

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Nissan Micra is still best new first car

The Nissan Micra has been crowned ‘New Car of the Year’ at the 2019 First Car awards, as well as winning the inaugural ‘Supermini of the Year’ category. Retaining the New Car of the Year title it won in 2018, the Micra was praised by David Motton, FirstCar’s editor and chairman of the judging panel. …

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UK sales of greener cars accelerating

Demand for electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid cars surged by 26.3% during January, according to the latest official registration figures. The data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) also continued 2018’s big trend – petrol car sales were up 7.3%, while diesels declined by 20.3%. Overall, the UK’s new car market dipped …

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Road rage: One in five road users feels intimidated

A new survey commissioned by Auto Trader suggests that all is not well on our roads, with drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, runners and wheelchair users all feeling threatened. Half of all road users (53%) have been or felt intimidated when they’re out and about, with people admitting they’ve faced aggression from other road users (47%) and …

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Citroen C5 Aircross review

It may be late to the SUV party, but the all-new Citroen C5 Aircross is more than welcome. Up against well-established rivals including the Nissan Qashqai, Ford Kuga, Kia Sportage, Peugeot 3008 and Mazda MX-5, Citroen knows the C5 Aircross must have a USP – and that’s exactly what it’s got. As well as being …

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Citroën celebrates centenary with showstoppers

Citroën will showcase some of its most iconic vehicles at this year’s London Classic Car Show (February 14-17) at ExCel London. As part of its centenary celebrations, the French automotive brand will display 10 of its most iconic heritage vehicles including a Citroën B12 Taxi, Type H Van and DS, as well as the latest …

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Dog-owning drivers putting lives at risk

Worrying new research suggests that one in three dog-owning drivers do not safely restrain their four-legged friends. For many people, dogs are a part of the family. But whereas most people wouldn’t dream of allowing their children to travel unrestrained, the same is not true for their pets. A survey of 5,000 dog-owning drivers across …

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The dos and don’ts of driving abroad

So – you’re heading off on holiday and are planning to drive when you’re there. Exciting times; you’ll get to experience a whole new side of the country you’re visiting, and you’ll have the freedom to explore it as you wish. However, before you jump into the car and head off down the open road, …

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Top tips for keeping your car safe from thieves

As new research by the AA reveals that a surprising one in 10 drivers think that modern vehicles are theft-proof, we have essential advice for keeping your car safe. According to police figures for 2017, there were 280,313 recorded offences of theft from vehicles (13% more than 2016) and 103,644 were stolen (19% more than …

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Kia ProCeed review

Meet the rakish new Kia ProCeed – reinvented to broaden the appeal of the Ceed range. Last time round the ProCeed was the three-door sporty version of the popular Ceed hatchback. Now it’s regenerated into a handsome estate. Not to be confused with the Kia Ceed Sportswagon, Kia is marketing the ProCeed as having the …

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Suzuki tops customer satisfaction survey

Suzuki has been ranked as the best automotive brand in the Institute of Customer Service’s UK Customer Satisfaction Index (UKCSI) for January 2019. A national measure of sentiment across the country, the research asks 45,000 consumers to rate their experiences of dealing with nearly 260 different companies across 13 sectors, including those in the motor …

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Are You Really Sure You’re Safe On The Road?

After passing our driving test, most of us are excited to get out there and feel the freedom of motoring around from place to place without an instructor there beside us keeping our feet on the ground. After finally proving that you’re good enough and getting away from the shackles, you’re a fully-fledged, mature driver. …

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New Porsche 911 in spectacular Alpine stunt

This is the extraordinary moment the all-new Porsche 911 was literally dropped off at an exclusive Alpine resort by helicopter. The iconic sports car – now in its eighth generation – has previously only been on display at motor shows. However, enthusiasts got an extra-special close-up of the 911 Carrera S at a mountain-top event …

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Top car award for Kia e-Niro electric car

The Kia e-Niro has beaten 23 other category winners to take the overall title at the prestigious What Car? Car of the Year Awards. The 100% electric vehicle (EV), which has a class-leading 282-mile range, also picked up ‘Electric Car of the Year’ at the awards. “This marks an important milestone in the Awards as …

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Electric cars leading the charge

One new electric car was registered every nine minutes in the UK last year, according to the latest record-breaking official figures. The total number of new 100% electric and plug-in hybrid cars registered last was 59,911, making it the most successful year for electric cars to date. Once again, plug-in hybrids accounted for the bulk …

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Volvo XC40 review

Volvo’s smallest SUV made the biggest impact when it was unveiled in late 2017. Critically acclaimed, it picked up several awards including the prestigious European Car of the Year title. We were hugely impressed when we road-tested the XC40 in early 2018, but we only got to try the 188bhp D4 (diesel) and 244bhp (petrol …

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UK’s Top 10 most popular new car colours

Grey has become the UK’s favourite new car colour for first time since records began, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Nearly half a million grey cars registered in 2018, meaning that just over one in five of 2018’s 2.4 million new cars were painted grey. The …

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Land Rover Discovery Anniversary Edition announced

Land Rover is celebrating 30 years of the award-winning Discovery with a limited ‘Anniversary Edition’. Just 400 examples of the special SUV, priced at £59,995, will be available exclusively to UK customers in Santorini Black, Corris Grey Loire Blue or Indus Silver. The Anniversary Edition Discovery will feature a host of extra equipment including a …

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Limited edition to mark Mini’s 60th birthday

MINI has announced a special model to mark the 60th anniversary of the launch of the iconic original Mini. A limited run of 500 ‘MINI 60 Years Edition’ vehicles will be available in the UK from March 2019, priced at £29,990. Built in the UK at MINI Plant Oxford, the launch of the special car …

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Bugatti celebrates double 110th birthday

Legendary car designer Jean Bugatti was born today 110 years ago – the same year his father founded the iconic French company. Jean was the eldest son of Bugatti founder Ettore, and is one of the most distinguished figures in the company’s long and proud history. Not only was he the creator of the most …

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Car clubs launch Save Our Zeds campaign

MG ZR, ZS and ZT cars are fast disappearing from our roads. According to the latest data, some 78% of the sporty MG Rover models have already vanished. The MG Car Club and Zed Register are hoping to reverse this trend with the launch of Save Our Zeds – a campaign to highlight the decline …

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Aston Martin Vantage review

Since Aston Martin was founded in 1913 it has suffered some turbulent financial times, including bankruptcy on a couple of occasions. Despite this, the brand is strong and globally renowned. Currently in a stronger position than it has been for some years, it is a company with revitalised ambition. Probably its most important new release, …

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Lucky couple win Fiat 500C in Beaulieu raffle

When Rosalind Cottee and her husband Norman visited the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu last summer and entered a prize draw to win a brand new Fiat 500C, little did they know they would be driving off in the car six months later. Beaulieu Managing Director Russell Bowman handed the keys for the bright red …

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Porsche Cayenne review

Time flies and the Porsche Cayenne is now into its third generation. Some 800,000 have been sold since the big SUV was launched in 2002 and it’s now Porsche’s second biggest-seller after its little brother – the sublime Macan. So what’s new about the latest Cayenne? And can it still cut it against the increasing …

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Expert used car buying advice

New year, new car? If you’re thinking about changing your car in 2019, we have some top tips to guide you through the process. Follow this advice from Tim Shallcross, IAM RoadSmart’s head of technical policy, and you’ll be able to tell a trustworthy bargain from a troublesome money pit… Service history Modern engines are …

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Hyundai unleashes walking concept car

Introducing the car that can climb walls and step over holes thanks to its robotic legs, transforming the way rescue teams operate in disaster zones. More than 10,000 people died in natural catastrophes in 2017, with an estimated 201 million needing international humanitarian assistance. One of the problems is reaching those affected, so Hyundai has …

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10 of the safest new cars 2019

  Meet the 10 contenders vying for the What Car? Safety Award 2019, revealed by road safety organisation Thatcham Research. Matthew Avery, What Car? Safety Award judge and Director of Research at Thatcham Research said the cars on the shortlist for the award, which will be announced on January 22, are “some of the safest …

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Golden oldies top in-car feelgood songs

A new survey has revealed the UK’s top songs to make you feel good when you’re driving a car. Classic songs provide more of a mood-boost for drivers than modern day hits, according to the nationwide survey of 2,000 motorists by SEAT UK. Out of the top 10 songs to play in the car to …

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Britain’s most popular new cars revealed

The Ford Fiesta has cemented its reputation as the UK’s favourite car, taking the No 1 spot for the 10th consecutive year. However, final year figures for 2018 released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveal that total registrations were down 6.8% to 2.37 million cars, reflecting 12 months of turbulence. Sales of …

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Toyota champions futuristic wheelchair designs

Toyota has unveiled the five finalists of its Mobility Unlimited Challenge who will share a $4 million prize to use technology to reinvent the wheelchair and help people with lower-limb paralysis. The Toyota Mobility Foundation, in partnership with Nesta’s Challenge Prize Centre, made the announcement at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The …

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Take That deliver ‘Suzuki Surprises’ on ITV

Suzuki has launched a TV campaign featuring Take That’s Gary, Mark and Howard delivering a series of surprises to some of their most devoted fans as part of their 30th anniversary. The three 30-second ads, “Suzuki surprises”, are part of the the Japanese car brand’s three-year partnership with ITV’s Saturday evening line-up. From giving a …

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BMW X5 review

It’s 20 years since the BMW X5 first arrived on the scene. It’s fair to say that it shock up the big SUV sector, then dominated by the Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery and Mercedes-Benz M-Class, with its blend of premium quality and driving dynamics. With more than 2.2 million examples sold since 1999, the …

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Schumacher 50th birthday exhibition opens

The Ferrari Museum has opened a special exhibition called ‘Michael 50’ to celebrate the 50th birthday of Grand Prix legend Michael Schumacher. Located at Ferrari’s headquarters in Maranello, Italy, the exhibition tells the story of Michael Schumacher’s record-breaking F1 career which saw him win seven titles, 91 Grands Prix and 155 podiums. The Hall of …

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Fiat 500 to be a New York showstopper

An iconic Fiat 500 is to go on public display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York as part of ‘The Value of Good Design’ exhibition. The Fiat 500 F series, which was bought by the museum in July 2017, will be on show for the first time from February 10 to May …

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Kia Sportage hybrid review

The Kia Sportage is better than ever after a 2018 facelift and various updates, so we took the opportunity to drive the latest addition to the range – the 2.0 CRDi 48v (or mild hybrid) in flagship GT-Line S trim. We drove it in two locations – first, close to Kia’s European manufacturing facility in …

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