Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Fuel stations risk closure as petrol sales fall 75%
Many petrol stations, particularly those in rural areas, will have to close due to poor sales during the coronavirus lockdown
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BuyaCar pledges to continue prioritising NHS staff and key workers
The digital motor retailer has delivered cars to 27 key workers recently, including 18 health professionals, up to 283 miles away
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Car maintenance checklist: look after your car in 8 DIY steps
Our DIY car maintenance checklist will help you keep your car in great condition on the cheap
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Car maintenance checklist: look after your car in 8 DIY steps - pictures
Pictures of maintenance checks to carry out on your car
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New Jeep Grand Wagoneer spied testing - pictures
Pictures of New Jeep Grand Wagoneer spied testing
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The ultimate car care kit
We reveal the ultimate car care kit to make cleaning your car as easy and effective as possible
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Car Care Special 2020
Our complete car care guide shows the best way to maintain and clean your car to protect your investment…
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Car Care Special 2020
Our complete car care guide shows the best way to maintain and clean your car to protect your investment…
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New 2020 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo facelift spied
New 2020 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo spotted cold-weather testing with minimal disguise in Sweden
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The ultimate car care kit - pictures
Pictures of the best car care kit you can buy for your car
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New 2020 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo facelift spied - pictures
Gallery of the new 2020 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo spied
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Things to do with kids who like cars during the lockdown
Stuck for something that your car-loving kids can sink their teeth into? We’ve rounded up some of the best car-related activities, games and fun things to do
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Things to do with kids who like cars during the lockdown - pictures
Pictures - things to do with kids who like cars during the lockdown
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Calls to put cigarette-pack-style warnings on petrol pumps
Activists say graphic pictures should be placed on fuel pumps to warn of climate effects from burning fossil fuels
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Monday, March 30, 2020
Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian X: long-term review
First report: Latest pick-up turns on the style with a sharp new look. Can it win our man over with its charms?
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Long term review: Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian
Pictures of Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian
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Lego unveils new Dodge Charger from Fast & Furious films
Release of latest Fast & Furious film may be delayed, but 1,077-piece Lego version of Dom’s Dodge Charger goes ahead
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MoT tests: six-month extension granted in wake of coronavirus
Transport Secretary announces six-month MoT extension for drivers whose cars are due MoT from 30 March, though vehicles must be kept “in roadworthy condition”
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Most economical cars on sale now - pictures
Pictures of the most economical cars on sale in the UK
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New 2020 Genesis G80 revealed as E-Class rival from Hyundai
New Genesis G80 gets sleek styling and bags of tech as Hyundai’s premium brand targets the BMW 5 Series - but it won’t be coming to the UK
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New 2020 Genesis G80 revealed as E-Class rival from Hyundai - pictures
Gallery of the new 2020 Genesis G80
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New 2020 Genesis G80 revealed as E-Class rival from Hyundai
Gallery of the new 2020 Genesis G80
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Best new cars coming in 2022 and beyond
The world may be changing all the time but that doesn't stop manufacturers planning ahead. From electric crossovers to hatchbacks, these are the new models set for debut in 2022
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New Audi A3 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new Audi A3
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Saturday, March 28, 2020
'The temporary shutdown of car factories could benefit manufacturers and customers'
With car factories around the world closing temporarily, it may give manufacturers the chance to clear out the current backlog of unsold new cars, says Mike Rutherford
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BMW is developing ‘shape-shifting’ steering wheels
Steering wheels that change shape are most effective in autonomous driving and emergency situations. BMW has plans to develop the technology.
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BMW developing ‘shape-shifting’ steering wheels - pictures
Patent application shows BMW's plans for car steering wheels that can change shape.
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Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 vs Renault Megane R.S. Trophy-R
Hardcore Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 and Renault Megane R.S. Trophy-R lock horns in track showdown
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Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 vs Renault Megane R.S. Trophy-R - pictures
Pictures of the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 and Renault Megane R.S. Trophy-R on track
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Friday, March 27, 2020
Best new cars for 2022 and beyond - pictures
Gallery of the best new cars coming in 2022 and beyond
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Mazda CX-5 SUV updated for 2020 - pictures
Pictures of the updated Mazda CX-5 SUV
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Most Wanted Cars 2020: poll
Decide which classic car you would most want to see brought back from the dead by an all new model
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New Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet 2020 review
New open-top Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet SUV picks up the mantle from its Golf and Beetle-based predecessors, but it has its pitfalls
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New Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet in the UK
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30 brilliant boredom beaters for car fans
Stay at home, stay safe and enjoy some pure automotive escapism in the form of the very best content from Dennis Publishing’s leading car brands?
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The car content goldmine: 30 brilliant boredom beaters for car fans - pictures
We bring you some pure automotive escapism in the form of the very best content from Dennis Publishing’s leading car brands. Click the links for the full story...
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New Porsche Taycan 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new all-electric Porsche Taycan in the UK
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New Porsche Taycan 2020 review
Electric Porsche Taycan sports car delivers the goods as we try out in the UK for first time
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Thursday, March 26, 2020
Used Land Rover Defender review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Land Rover Defender covering the Defender that was on sale between 1990 and 2016
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Hot 247bhp Hyundai Kona N spied testing - pictures
Gallery of Hyundai Kona N spied testing
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Used Land Rover Defender review
Pictures of the Land Rover Defender that was on sale between 1990 and 2016
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2020 Goodwood Festival of Speed postponed
The 2020 Goodwood Festival of Speed will be pushed back towards the end of summer amid COVID-19 emergency
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New Morgan Plus 4 70th Anniversary Edition launched - pictures
Gallery of the new Morgan Plus 4 70th Anniversary Edition
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New Hyundai Kona Electric 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the updated Hyundai Kona Electric in the UK
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‘JLR’s very British approach: keep calm and carry on’
Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler praises Jaguar Land Rover on both its ability to handle a crisis
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Wednesday, March 25, 2020
New Cupra Leon Competicion touring car features 3D printed parts - pictures
Pictures of the new Cupra Leon Competicion touring car
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New Cupra Leon Competicion touring car features 3D printed parts
The Cupra Leon Competicion is a track-bred racer, with a smattering of 3D printed components and a 335bhp 2.0-litre petrol engine
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Lamborghini hypercar teased - pictures
Pictures of Lamborghini hypercar teased
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Used Subaru XV review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Subaru XV covering the XV Mk 1 (2012-2018)
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Used Subaru XV review - pictures
Pictures of the Subaru XV Mk1 that was on sale between 2012 and 2018
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Skoda Citigo-e iV vs Volkswagen e-up!
Skoda is returning to the city car class with the new all-electric Citigo-e. Is it a better buy than the similar Volkswagen e-up!?
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Skoda Citigo-e iV vs Volkswagen e-up! - pictures
Pictures of the new Skoda Citigo-e iV and Volkswagen e-up!
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Renault Clio overtakes VW Golf to become Europe’s best-selling car
European car registration figures for February 2020 reveal the new Renault Clio was the continent’s best-selling car last month
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Driver Power 2020 is here! Subscribe and get a FREE Faraday bag!
Subscribe to Auto Express magazine before March 31 to get the Driver Power 2020 issue, and a free Faraday bag to help protect your car…
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MoT tests: six-month extension granted in wake of coronavirus
Transport Secretary announces six-month MoT extension for drivers whose cars are due MoT from 30 March, though vehicles must be kept “in roadworthy condition”
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New Renault Zoe 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new all-electric Renault Zoe in the UK
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Tuesday, March 24, 2020
New Land Rover Defender 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new Land Rover Defender in the UK
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New Ford Kuga 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new Ford Kuga in the UK
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Taking the new Land Rover Defender 110 off-road in Namibia
The reborn Land Rover Defender 110 needs serious off-road ability to live up to its name. How better to test its mettle than a three-day African trek?
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Taking the new Land Rover Defender 110 off-road in Namibia - pictures
Pictures of the new Land Rover Defender 110 in Namibia
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Can I drive my car during the UK’s coronavirus lockdown?
The UK has been put on lockdown to help combat the spread of COVID-19, but does this mean you can’t drive your car anymore?
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Facelifted Mercedes-AMG E 63 caught on camera - pictures
Pictures of facelifted Mercedes-AMG E 63 caught on camera
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Facelifted Mercedes-AMG E 63 caught on camera
Mercedes will soon reveal an updated version of its BMW M5 rival, with a bold new look anticipated
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New Audi RS 3 Saloon spied ahead of late 2020 reveal
400bhp-plus Audi RS 3 Saloon spotted winter testing in four-door guise; predicted to hit showrooms before the end of 2020
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New Audi RS 3 Saloon spied ahead of late 2020 reveal - pictures
Pictures of the new 400bhp+ Audi RS 3 Saloon testing ahead of it's official reveal
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Monday, March 23, 2020
Hybrid version of new C8 Chevrolet Corvette allegedly spied - pictures
Gallery of the hybrid Corvette C8 spied testing
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Hybrid version of new C8 Chevrolet Corvette allegedly spied
New camouflaged Corvette boosts rumours that Chevrolet is planning to electrify its iconic muscle car
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Best ski carriers - pictures
Gallery of the best ski carriers
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Best ski carriers 2020
What’s the best way to get your skis to the slopes? We tested six different ski carrier to find out which one is best.
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New 1,700bhp Koenigsegg Gemera launched - pictures
Images of the new Koenigsegg Gemera
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Car buying secrets revealed: 10 top tips to get a great deal
With the arrival of the new ‘20’ plate registrations, we reveal the top 10 tips to get a great deal on a new car in 2020
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Car buying secrets revealed: 10 top tips to get a great deal - pictures
Pictures of the best top tips for buying a new car
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'Car exhibitions are going through the most dramatic period of change in a generation'
With the changing car market, the government's petrol & diesel ban plus the unprecedented Coronavirus, the car exhibition industry is going through a drastic change says Mike Rutherford
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Saturday, March 21, 2020
Renault Captur vs Ford Puma vs Peugeot 2008
The Renault Captur, Ford Puma and Peugeot 2008 have all just been launched. We bring them together for their first Auto Express group test
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Renault Captur vs Ford Puma vs Peugeot 2008 - pictures
The new Renault Captur goes head-to-head with fellow newcomers the Ford Puma and Peugeot 2008
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Friday, March 20, 2020
New Volkswagen e-BULLI electric camper van - pictures
Pictures of the Volkswagen e-BULLI electric camper van in action
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New Volkswagen e-BULLI electric camper van revealed
Volkswagen has introduced an all-electric concept version of the classic T1 Samba Bus, with 82bhp and a 120 mile-plus range
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New drop-top Skoda Scala concept teased - pictures
Gallery of the Skoda Scala design concept
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New drop-top Skoda Scala concept teased
Skoda’s team of student designers are currently working on their latest project – a convertible version of of the Scala hatchback
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Cheapest cars on sale 2020 - pictures
Gallery of the cheapest cars on sale in the UK
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Cheapest cars on sale 2020
Not looking to splash the cash and in need of a new car bargain? Then look no further as we list the cheapest cars on sale in the UK right now
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New Skoda Octavia 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new Skoda Octavia
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Porsche sets sales record and huge profit in spite of new dieselgate fine
Porsche has sold in excess for 280,000 cars worldwide for the first time
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Take the Car Configurator Challenge!
Pick and spec your top four new models in the #carconfiguratorchallenge. - we’ll show you ours if you show us yours
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New SsangYong Rexton 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new SsangYong Rexton SUV
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Thursday, March 19, 2020
Car care tips: how to protect your investment
Keep your new car in the best shape with our recommended car care products
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Car care tips: how to protect your investment - pictures
Keep your new car looking box fresh with these car care tips
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Next BMW 7 Series to have all-electric option in 2022
Range-topping BMW 7 Series luxury saloon will get an all-electric powertrain to combat the forthcoming electric Jaguar XJ when it arrives in 2022.
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'We’ll always be here to bring you the best in car news'
In this extraordinary period of unprecedented action, fear not as Auto Express will always be here to deliver you the very best in car news
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'We’ll always be here to bring you the best in car news'
In this extraordinary period of unprecedented action, fear not as Auto Express will always be here to deliver you the very best in car news
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Ian Callum designs colouring book sketches for school closure kids
With schools shutting down due to the coronavirus, Ian Callum’s design team has come up with boredom-beating Aston Vanquish 25 sketches for colouring in
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Should you buy or lease your new car?
Should you buy or lease your new car? That is the big question facing millions of people who are eyeing up a new set of wheels, we talk you through the benefits of each to help you decide
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020
New 2020 Jaguar F-Pace SVR spied tearing around the ‘Ring
Gallery of the facelifted Jaguar F-Pace SVR spied at the Nurburgring
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New 2020 Jaguar F-Pace SVR spied tearing around the ‘Ring
An updated version of the Jaguar F-Pace SVR has been caught on camera, undergoing testing on its German rivals’ home turf
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Mercedes E 300 e vs BMW 530e
Plug-in hybrids will be more popular under new tax rules, so we test the new Mercedes E 300 e against the BMW 530e to see which is on target
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Mercedes E 300 e vs BMW 530e - pictures
Pictures of the new plug-in hybrid Mercedes E 300 e and BMW 530e
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New 2020 Suzuki Swift Sport Hybrid launched
The Suzuki Swift Sport Hybrid adds a dinky electric motor to its turbocharged 1.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine
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New 2020 Suzuki Swift Sport Hybrid launched - pictures
Pictures of the new Suzuki Swift Sport Hybrid
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Toyota latest car maker to suspend production over coronavirus
In a bid to help contain coronavirus, Toyota has closed factories across Europe
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Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Nissan closes Sunderland plant due to coronavirus
Nissan is the latest manufacturer to announce the closure of a factory in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic
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Coronavirus: what does it mean for cars and motorists?
The global Covid-19 pandemic shows no signs of slowing. Here’s everything you need to know on how it affects cars, motorists and the car industry in the UK
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Ford suspends European production in response to Coronavirus outbreak
Two Ford production lines in Germany and one in Romania join Valencia plant in suspension that could last weeks
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Toyota Proace City van review
The Toyota Proace City joins the small van market, with a little help from the PSA Group
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2020 Toyota Proace City van review - pictures
2020 Toyota Proace City
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Toyota Proace City van review
The Toyota Proace City joins the small van market, with a little help from the PSA Group
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New 2022 Volkswagen Amarok teased with tough looks promised
Volkswagen and Ford are collaborating on the new Amarok pick-up truck. It will also form the basis of the next Ranger
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New Mercedes-AMG C43 spied for the first time - pictures
Pictures of Mercedes-AMG C43 spied for the first time
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New Mercedes-AMG C43 spied for the first time
Mercedes-AMG’s latest mid-range performance saloon will square up to the BMW M340I xDrive
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Volkswagen Group to suspend production at ‘most plants’
The VW Group has confirmed that production will be suspended at selected plants due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic
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Monday, March 16, 2020
New Audi RS 4 Avant 2020 review - pictures
We drive the new 2020 Audi RS 4 Avant - pictures
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Coronavirus: what's it doing to the car industry?
Factory shutdowns, staff working from home and event disruptions: we round up how coronavirus is impacting the car industry and its workers
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Peugeot, Citroen and Vauxhall close all European factories due to coronavirus
All Groupe PSA plants to shut down until March 27 in bid to contain the spread of coronavirus
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Tesla leasing deals 2020
These are the best Tesla leasing deals available right now
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Drones and e-scooters to be tested by Government in major UK cities
Government to spend £90 million on three new future transport zones, where innovations such as drones and e-scooters will be tested.
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UK car makers “keen to assist” in building ventilators to fight coronavirus
Vauxhall and Toyota have confirmed their willingness to produce ventilators in UK plants in the fight against coronavirus
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Saturday, March 14, 2020
'Motor shows won't be killed off, but they must drastically change'
Mike Rutherford thinks motor shows will still exist in the future, but are likely to become shorter and less expensive to stage
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Volkswagen T-Roc R vs Cupra Ateca
The Golf R was a big hit and now VW is aiming to do it again with the T-Roc R hot SUV. Standing in its way is the Cupra Ateca
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Volkswagen T-Roc R vs Cupra Ateca - pictures
Pictures of the new Volkswagen T-Roc R and Cupra Ateca
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Friday, March 13, 2020
All-electric APEX AP-0 hypercar launched in London - pictures
Gallery of the new APEX AP-0 hypercar
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New Audi RS Q8 2020 review - pictures
Gallery of the new Audi RS Q8 2020 review
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Best battery chargers 2020
Which leads the charge to keep you motoring this winter? We test 10 to find the best battery charger
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New Volvo XC60 B5 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new Volvo XC60 B5
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Government renews but reduces grants for home and workplace EV chargers
People and businesses installing EV chargers will be able to claim grants for another year, but at reduced rates
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New Jaguar F-Type P450 2020 review
The Jaguar F-Type has been heavily updated, and this new V8 P450 model is a good all-round rival for the Porsche 911
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New Jaguar F-Type 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new facelifted Jaguar F-Type Coupe
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New Vauxhall Corsa-e 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new all-electric Vauxhall Corsa-e
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One-off Range Rover SVAutobiography built for Anthony Joshua - pictures
Gallery of the Range Rover SVAutobiography Anthony Joshua edition
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Thursday, March 12, 2020
One-off Range Rover SVAutobiography built for Anthony Joshua
World heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua takes delivery of one-off Range Rover SVAutobiography
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Renault Zoe to get subsidised £3,500 grant throughout March
The Plug-in Car Grant has been cut to £3,000, but Renault will top it up with an extra £500 on all Zoe models ordered before 31 March
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Renault Zoe to get subsidised £3,500 grant throughout March - pictures
Pictures of the Renault Zoe getting subsidised £3,500 grant throughout March
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Could the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut become the world’s fastest car? - pictures
Could the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut become the world’s fastest car - pictures
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New 1,700bhp Koenigsegg Gemera launched - pictures
Images of the new Koenigsegg Gemera
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New all-electric Porsche Macan SUV on the way - pictures
Our exclusive images preview how the new all-electric Porsche Macan could look
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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Used Audi A8 review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Audi A8 covering the A8 Mk3 (2011-2017)
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Used Audi A8 review - pictures
Pictures of the third-generation Audi A8 that was on sale between 2011 and 2017
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Drivers could pay £2,135 a year in road tax
Treasury plots retrospective VED hikes as Government wants to link annual road tax system for cars registered since April 2017 to CO2 emissions
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Essential car tech: 8 new car options you can't do without - pictures
Pictures of the car tech you can't do without
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Tuesday, March 10, 2020
New Volvo XC40 Recharge T5 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new plug-in hybrid Volvo XC40 Recharge T5
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Facelifted 2020 Mercedes Vito range launched - pictures
Pictures of facelifted new Mercedes Vito range launched
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Used Vauxhall Viva review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Vauxhall Viva covering the fourth-generation Viva (2015-2019)
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Facelifted 2020 Mercedes Vito range launched
Mercedes has given its Volkswagen Transporter rival an update, adding more safety kit, a revised grille and a new all-electric powertrain
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Used Vauxhall Viva review - pictures
Pictures of the Vauxhall Viva Mk4 that was on sale between 2015 and 2019
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Rally-ready RUF Rodeo concept released
The RUF Rodeo is a one-off, dirt-bashing concept car, inspired (mostly) by the 1989 Porsche 911 964
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Rally-ready RUF Rodeo concept released - pictures
The RUF Rodeo is a rally-ready concept car inspired by the Porsche 911 964
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Lotus Evora GT410 Sport review - pictures
Pictures of Lotus Evora GT410 Sport review
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Lotus Evora GT410 Sport 2020 review
Has Lotus created a rival for the Porsche Cayman GT4 with the new Evora GT410 Sport?
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Tesla Model S rivalling 2022 Mercedes EQE spied for the first time - pictures
Gallery of the Tesla Model S rivalling 2022 Mercedes EQE spied for the first time
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MG HS vs Skoda Karoq
The new value-for-money MG HS looks to make a splash in the mid-size SUV market. We test it against the Skoda Karoq
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Tesla Model S rivalling 2022 Mercedes EQE spied for the first time
New all-electric Mercedes EQE spied testing for the first time as it sets to rival the Tesla Model S when it arrives in 2022.
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MG HS vs Skoda Karoq - pictures
The MG HS and Skoda Karoq go head-to-head in a mid-size SUV clash
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Monday, March 9, 2020
Over 100 electric car rapid charging hubs to be rolled out across the UK
Gridserve is rolling out more than 100 of its new Electric Forecourts to key locations around the country, with the first coming this summer
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Over 100 electric car rapid charging hubs to be rolled out across the UK - pictures
Pictures of the planned Gridserve rapid charging Electric Forecourt
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Bentley’s built a horse-themed Continental GT Convertible
The bespoke Continental GT Convertible Equestrian Edition features tweed door panels, a walnut dash and gold “horse and rider” emblems
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Bentley’s built a horse-themed Continental GT Convertible - pictures
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Saturday, March 7, 2020
'This is our chance to decide the fate of petrol and diesel cars'
The public is being called on by the government to offer their views on the proposed ban of new petrol/diesel sales and it is our duty as motorists to oblige, says Mike Rutherford
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Audi RS 6 Avant vs Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo - pictures
Pictures from our performance estate showdown between the new Audi Rs 6 Avant and the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo
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Audi RS 6 Avant vs Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo
Hot estates blend supercar power with room for a family and luggage. We pit the new Audi RS 6 Avant against the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo to find which is better
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Friday, March 6, 2020
Mazda 2 in-depth review - pictures
Pictures of the Mazda 2 hatchback
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New Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Shooting Brake 2020 review
The new Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Shooting Brake looks great, but it's expensive and is held back by its limited practicality
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New Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Shooting Brake 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the new Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Shooting Brake
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Nissan invests £400m in Sunderland plant
Nissan’s investment in its Sunderland factory includes a £52m extra-large press line in preparation for new Qashqai production
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Thursday, March 5, 2020
New Maserati MC20 supercar seen for first time - pictures
Gallery of the new Maserati MC20 supercar spied for the first time
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New Vauxhall Grandland X Hybrid4 2020 review - pictures
The Vauxhall Grandland X Hybrid4 boasts 296bhp, but it's not cheap
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UK petrol and diesel prices: cost of both fuel types drops
The average UK price of petrol fell by 3p per litre in February, while diesel was down 4p, following a drop in wholesale costs
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New Audi SQ8 2020 review
The new Audi SQ8 produces 428bhp from its big 4.0-litre V8 diesel engine
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'The car business is at its best when facing a challenge'
The last-minute cancelling of the Geneva Motor Show has shown that the car industry works well in the face of a challenge, says editor-in-chief Steve Fowler
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New transparent BMW logo arrives
The BMW Concept i4 featured a new transparent logo design, marking the most radical change to the company’s branding in 100 years
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New Volkswagen up! GTI 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the updated Volkswagen up! GTI in the UK
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Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Qooder aims for spirit of BMW C1 with all-electric four-wheel scooter
Innovative roof coming for 95-mile range, £15k urban runaround from Swiss firm Qooder
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New 2021 Skoda Enyaq electric SUV spied for first time - pictures
New 2021 Skoda Enyaq electric SUV spied for first time - pictures
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New 533bhp Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA launched to celebrate 110 years of the brand
The new hardcore Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA and GTAm get a crash diet and boost power to 533bhp
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New 2020 Fiat 500 EV: popular city car switches to electric power - pictures
Pictures of the new all-electric Fiat 500 city car
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Dacia Duster vs MG ZS
The Dacia Duster has been updated with a new engine, so can the MG ZS match it?
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Dacia Duster vs MG ZS
The Dacia Duster has been updated with a new engine, so can the MG ZS match it?
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Dacia Duster vs MG ZS - pictures
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New Volkswagen ID.3 set to arrive in summer despite software delay fears
The arrival of the new Volkswagen ID.3 is still scheduled for summer despite rumours that a software delay could set back deliveries for UK customers.
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Audi RS 6 Avant review
With a thumping 592bhp, the iconic Audi RS 6 Avant is a brilliantly desirable, high-performance, practical estate
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Audi RS 6 Avant review
With a thumping 592bhp, the iconic Audi RS 6 Avant is a brilliantly desirable, high-performance, practical estate
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Audi RS 6 2020 review - pictures
Pictures of the Audi RS 6 Avant super estate on the road, in the UK.
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Could the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut become the world’s fastest car
An even more extreme version of the Jesko hypercar, the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut promises to set new benchmarks in the realm of speed
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Could the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut become the world’s fastest car - pictures
Could the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut become the world’s fastest car - pictures
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Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport targets agility over speed
Following the high speed Chiron 300+ edition, the new Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport aims to excel in the corners rather than on the straights
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The Auto Express Podcast
Introducing the new Auto Express Podcast, with host Vicki Butler-Henderson
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New Aston Martin V12 Speedster goes roofless with £765,000 price tag - pictures
The new Aston Martin V12 Speedster rivals the Bentley Bacalar and McLaren Elva
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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
How to test drive a car
Before you buy a new or used car, you’ll want to take a test drive. Here’s how to do it well.
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Facelifted 2020 Suzuki Ignis launched- pictures
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Facelifted 2020 Suzuki Ignis launched
Suzuki has issued its dinky Ignis crossover with a mild facelift, adding a handful of styling revisions and an updated mild-hybrid powertrain
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New Alpine A110 Legende GT and Color Edition specials launched - pictures
The two new special Alpine A110 editions offer comfort and customisation options
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New Alpine A110 Legende GT and Color Edition specials launched
The comfort-focused Alpine A110 Legende GT and the fashion-conscious A110 Color Edition are on sale now, with prices starting at £60,000
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New Porsche 911 Turbo S unleashed with 641bhp and 205mph top speed - pictures
The new Porsche 911 Turbo S features a new 3.8-litre flat-six engine with two larger turbochargers
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Mercedes reveals a trio of plug-in hybrid models - pictures
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Mercedes reveals a trio of plug-in hybrid models
Mercedes has launched new PHEV-powered variants of the CLA Coupé, CLA Shooting Brake and GLA crossover
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New BAC Mono launched with turbo power and 332bhp - pictures
The BAC Mono is now more powerful than ever, and features turbo power for the first time
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New BAC Mono launched with turbo power and 332bhp
BAC - Briggs Automotive Company - has unveiled an even faster version of the Mono, with a turbocharged 2.3-litre engine
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New 2020 Audi A3 hatchback arrives with hi-tech interior - pictures
The new Audi A3 hatchback will rival the Mercedes A-Class and BMW 1 Series when it goes on sale this summer
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New 2020 McLaren 765LT revealed as latest Longtail model
Super Series McLaren 765LT makes debut with 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine producing 755bhp
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New 2020 McLaren 765LT revealed as latest Longtail model - pictures
The new McLaren 765LT arrives with 755bhp from its twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8
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New Bentley Bacalar is a wild 650bhp roofless roadster
Ultra-limited open-cockpit Bentley Bacalar roadster gets W12 power, bespoke body, unique cabin and £1.5m price tag
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New Bentley Bacalar is a wild 650bhp roofless roadster - pictures
The new Bentley Bacalar roadster is limited to just 12 models, each costing £1.5m
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New 2020 Mercedes E-Class facelift breaks cover - pictures
The Mercedes E-Class has been facelifted for 2020, with a new AMG 53 model joining the line-up
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New 2020 Skoda Octavia vRS iV plugs in with 242bhp - pictures
The all-new Skoda Octavia vRS gets plug-in hybrid power for the first time
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New BMW Concept i4 previews new Tesla Model 3 rival
The BMW Concept i4 boasts a 0–62mph time of four seconds and previews the forthcoming production-ready i4 saloon
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New BMW Concept i4 previews new Tesla Model 3 rival - pictures
The new BMW Concept i4 closely resembles the forthcoming i4 all-electric saloon
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New Dacia Spring Electric previews cheap electric car for Europe - pictures
Dacia has previewed its first electric car, which is set to arrive in 2021
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Monday, March 2, 2020
New Hyundai Prophecy concept hints at future range-topping saloon - pictures
The all-electric Hyundai Prophecy concept previews a new range-topping saloon
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New Morgan Plus Four revealed with 225bhp BMW power
Morgan has revealed the latest iteration of its popular Plus Four, featuring a BMW-sourced 255bhp turbocharged four-pot
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The new entry-level Morgan Plus Four uses a BMW-sourced 225bhp engine
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New Renault Captur 2020 review
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Most of us remember 2012 for the London Olympics, but at Renault there’s a different memory: the launch of the original Captur. It was the company’s first small SUV and a model that has gone on to sell 1.5 million examples worldwide. The time has come for a new one, though, and now we’ve tried it on British roads.
The new Captur sits on the same CMF-B platform as the latest Clio and it’s 110mm longer, 19mm wider and 17mm taller than the original model. A wider grille and LED lights front and rear help it to cut a more impressive figure on the road.
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Basing it on the new Clio has transformed the driving experience, too. The steering is precise and gives you the confidence to place the car accurately on a narrow road, while the soft suspension makes the Captur much more relaxed than many of its rivals. There’s a fair amount of body lean, but any roll is well damped, and the pay-off is a comfortable ride, even on rougher surfaces.
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Inside, the influence of the new Clio is inescapable, but this is no bad thing; the use of soft-touch plastics throughout the interior makes the Captur a class-leader in this regard. Build quality feels strong, too.
The new platform and bigger dimensions have brought gains in passenger space and practicality. Rear legroom has improved, Renault says, and boot space has swelled to 536 litres. There’s a caveat, though: the rear bench now slides back and forth, and that headline figure assumes you’ve pushed the seats so far forward they are virtually unusable. Shove the bench right back and you’re looking at 422 litres of volume.
Base-spec cars come equipped with automatic wipers and climate control, while lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, traffic-sign recognition, active emergency braking and cruise control are thrown in, too.
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A 4.2-inch digital display within the instrument cluster is teamed with a seven-inch colour touchscreen, and navigation is provided on all but entry-level Play models. The graphics are sharp enough and the screen responsive, but the set-up is not as intuitive as systems in VW Group rivals. So it’s good news that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity is also standard.
The Captur’s biggest failing? That’d be the 1.0-litre petrol engine tested in this TCe 100 model. The 99bhp unit can only muster 160Nm of torque, and it’s every bit as pedestrian as the 13.3-second 0-62mph figure suggests. The saving grace is that the claimed fuel economy of 47.1mpg looked easily achievable on our drive through the Cotswolds.
On the motorway, the Captur needs to be revved hard in low gears to pick up speed, although the five-speed manual in our car felt nice and slick. We’ve also sampled the 1.3-litre TCe 130, and while its automatic gearbox is sluggish as you pull away from junctions and roundabouts, the additional power makes the car much more capable.
The Captur has the ingredients to be a sales success, and Renault’s competitive finance will put it at the front of buyers’ minds. Monthly repayments of £249 over a 49-month term follow a deposit of £289 on Iconic TCe 100 cars, putting it in the same ballpark as the SEAT Arona, Skoda Kamiq and Citroen C3 Aircross. Factor in Renault’s five-year, 100,000-mile warranty, and you’ve got a really strong offer on the table.
For those after even lower running costs, a plug-in hybrid variant arrives in July. In what will be a first for the class, its 9.8kWh battery could offer up to 30 miles of range.
- Model: Renault Captur TCe 100 Iconic
- Price: £20,560
- Engine: 1.0-litre 3cyl petrol
- Power/torque: 99bhp/160Nm
- Transmission: Five-speed manual, front-wheel drive
- 0-62mph: 13.3 seconds
- Top speed: 107mph
- Economy/CO2: 47.1mpg/116g/km
- On sale: Now
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New 2020 Hyundai i30 facelift breaks cover
Alex Ingram 2020-02-26 09:50
This is the facelifted Hyundai i30. The third-generation model has received a host of updates to keep the model fresh in the face of competition from the Ford Focus and the new Volkswagen Golf.
Inside and out, the styling changes to the i30 are subtle. From the outside, the most obvious changes come at the front, where a new bumper design sits below a wider, more shapely grille, and new headlamp units feature LED running lamps.
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This time around, however, there’s a greater difference between the regular models and the sporty N Line trim. The rest of the range gets a different shape for the grille and extra chrome bits for a slightly classier look.
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Around the back, the only real change comes at the tail lamps, which now feature LED graphics. New 17- and 18-inch wheel designs feature, while there are three new paint finishes to choose from, including the ‘Sunset Red’ shown in these images.
Inside, the i30 gets improved infotainment tech, including a 10.25-inch touchscreen that has already featured in the latest Ioniq and Kona. It provides a clearer layout, including customisable shortcut tiles on the home screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, and later in 2020, they will be able to function wirelessly.
Ahead of the driver, the latest i30 is now available with a seven-inch display. The digital part includes the speedo and trip functions, and its graphics change based on the driving mode. It’s surrounded by analogue dials, including a rev counter, fuel gauge and temperature readout.
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The i30’s engine lineup has been completely overhauled for 2020, with a range of updated petrol and diesel units, plus mild hybrid tech. The old 1.4-litre unit has been significantly re-engineered into a new 1.5-litre unit, which kicks off the range with 108bhp. A turbocharged version of the same unit tops with 158bhp - 20bhp more than the old 1.4 turbo.
That turbocharged model also benefits from a 48-volt mild hybrid system, which uses energy recovered under deceleration to enable quicker stop/start systems and engine-off coasting. The same system is also fitted to a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol with 118bhp (the same engine will also come without the hybrid setup) and to a 134bhp 1.6-litre turbo diesel.
The final engine option is a non-hybrid 1.6-litre diesel with 113bhp. The lowest powered petrol is only available with a six-speed manual gearbox, while the rest are available with a choice of seven-speed dual clutch auto or a new six-speed manual. This is able to disconnect from the engine when the driver lifts off the accelerator to save fuel.
Safety functions have also been upgraded for the latest model, with four systems making their way onto the i30 for the first time. Lane Following Assist combines with adaptive cruise control to enable a semi-autonomous driving function for short periods of time, while blind spot collision warning can both alert the driver of other vehicles and swerve to avoid a collision. A rear collision avoidance system is able to brake the car while reversing if necessary, while a further system can warn the driver if the car ahead has moved away in heavy traffic.
There will be one or two revisions to the trim levels when the revised range comes to the UK towards the end of the year. The sporty fastback models, for example, are set to be offered exclusively in N Line trim. While the Estate will now be offered as an N Line, this combination is unlikely to be offered here.
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New 2020 VW Touareg R revealed with plug-in power and 456bhp
Alex Ingram 2020-02-24 23:01
This is the new Volkswagen Touareg R. The most potent version of the firm’s flagship SUV packs a 456bhp plug-in hybrid powertrain capable of returning CO2 emissions of around 44g/km, says VW.
Those figures are made possible by a petrol/electric powertrain largely carried over from the Bentley Bentayga Hybrid. That means that under the bonnet there's a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 petrol engine with 335bhp. It’s paired with a 134bhp electric motor housed within the eight-speed automatic gearbox to deliver permanent four-wheel drive in both combustion and electric driving modes.
Combined, the two systems offer a total of 700Nm of torque. Performance figures are yet to be confirmed, but Volkswagen believes that the Touareg R will cover the 0-62mph sprint in around five seconds.
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The Touareg R is able to drive at up to 87mph in fully electric mode, while a 14.1kWh battery stored between the back seats and the boot allows for an estimated all-electric range of 27 miles. The larger battery does not affect passenger space, but the boot has shrunk to 610 litre capacity.
As with other Touaregs, the R shares its underpinnings and tech with other big SUVs like the Audi Q7, Bentley Bentayga and Lamborghini Urus. The R rides on air suspension, but while some of its sister vehicles feature four-wheel steering and active anti roll suspension, the packaging constraints of the hybrid system means that the R does without either. However, Volkswagen engineers confirmed that they are looking to introduce the systems at a later date.
From the outside, the Toureg R is set apart from the rest of the range thanks to unique alloy wheels measuring between 20 and 22 inches in diameter.
The Lapiz blue paint finish, a signature of the brand’s R models, also features here, while the Touareg is the first hot VW in Europe to feature the new ‘R’ logo. The black exterior pack offered as an optional extra on other Touaregs is standard here, and the rear of the car is finished off with a pair of large trapezoidal tailpipes.
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Inside, the Touareg R gets a new sports steering wheel and unique seating upholstery. The ‘Innovision’ in-car tech, which comprises a 15-inch touchscreen and 12-inch digital driver’s display, is standard, as is a semi-autonomous driving function that can take care of acceleration, steering and braking at speeds of up to 155mph.
Prices of the Touareg R are still to be announced, but should be confirmed a little closer to the release date, expected to be the fourth quarter of 2020.
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Best speed camera locators & apps 2020
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Best interior car wipes 2020
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How to choose the best child car seat 2020: 10 of the best from £100 to £500
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New Renault Morphoz concept can grow in size - pictures
The new all-electric Renault Morphoz concept boasts a range of up to 435 miles
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Welcome to the all-new Auto Express website
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New 2020 Mk8 Volkswagen Golf GTI blasts in with 242bhp - pictures
Official images of the new Mk8 Volkswagen Golf GTI
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New Polestar Precept concept previews future electric car - pictures
The new Polestar Precept concept previews a future production electric car from Volvo's sub-brand
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New BMW X5 M Competition 2020 review - pictures
The new BMW X5 M Competition arrives with a 4.4-litre V8 and 617bhp
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Citroen Select approved used scheme
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Volkswagen car configurator: the £53k VW Passat Estate
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Mini car configurator: the £38k MINI Clubman
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Vauxhall car configurator: the £39k Vauxhall Cascada
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Audi car configurator: the £100k Audi Q7
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Porsche car configurator: the £130k Porsche 911 Carrera S
Similar to the BMW, we didn’t go all out on the range-topper with the 911 – instead we chose the sweet spot in the range.
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Volvo car configurator: the £47k Volvo V40 Cross Country
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Mercedes car configurator: the £54k Mercedes-AMG A 45
It’s already an expensive car as it is, coming in at a smidge under £40,000, but adding a wealth of driver aids, performance packs and a rather tasty looking grey paint finish means that you can have a hot hatch that will drain your wallet faster than the A 45’s 4.2-second 0-62mph time
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‘Think of your dash cam as a witness helping your cause’
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Brabus reveals its 800 Adventure XLP take on the Mercedes G-Class - pictures
The Brabus 800 Adventure XLP is its take on the mighty Mercedes G-Class
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