In order to keep the Volante’s handling in check, Aston Martin’s engineers have given the suspension a completely unique set-up. Using the same high-end Bilstein DTX dampers, the softest ‘GT’ mode has been designed to be more fluid than the hardcore coupé, notching up the firmness in the ‘Sport’ and ‘Sport+’ settings respectively. Advertisement –… Continue reading New Aston Martin Vanquish Volante is the world’s most powerful front-engined convertible
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Tears at Vauxhall Luton as final van rolls off the line
The famous Vauxhall factory at Luton will build no more vehicles, after the final Vivaro van rolled off the line today. Workers were reportedly in tears as they gathered around the last vehicle to be produced, with the closure marking a bleak day for Bedfordshire town, which has played a long and illustrious role in… Continue reading Tears at Vauxhall Luton as final van rolls off the line
Car Deal of the Day: a top-spec Vauxhall Corsa for a tempting £148 a month
Easy to drive Top-spec Ultimate model £148.10 a month It’s been around for three decades and yet the Vauxhall Corsa remains one of Britain’s most popular and best-selling cars. With the current car, it’s easy to see why, because it has a perfect blend of easy-to-drive driving manners, a comfortable ride, has all the tech… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: a top-spec Vauxhall Corsa for a tempting £148 a month
Ford Focus alternatives: ten cars to consider instead of the family hatch icon
Since it arrived in 1998, the Ford Focus has been one of the best family hatchbacks you can buy. It was practical, had a wide variety of trim levels to suit every need and above all, was genuinely fun to drive. However, as with the Fiesta and Mondeo a couple of years ago, Ford has decided to pull the… Continue reading Ford Focus alternatives: ten cars to consider instead of the family hatch icon
Best used hybrid cars to buy now
Because Toyota has shied away from fitting three rows of seats in the RAV4, the cabin offers masses of space for the five adults that it can accommodate. The interior quality is exceptional, while the dash design is easy to live with. Unlike with some rivals, you don’t have to do everything through the touchscreen, but there… Continue reading Best used hybrid cars to buy now
Best used electric cars to buy now
Elsewhere, the Corsa E has the same virtues as the rest of the Corsa family. The neatly styled hatchback body looks smart – especially if you stretch to an Elite Nav model with a contrasting black roof – and it’s more refined in electric form than it is with petrol or diesel engines. After four… Continue reading Best used electric cars to buy now
Just stop oil protesters throw in the towel by announcing final demonstration
Protest group Just Stop Oil says it’s ‘hanging up the hi vis’. The group’s activities have left 15 protesters languishing in jail following a series of high profile demonstrations since 2021 that some think set back environmental causes by alienating public support. Announcing an end to campaigning after “one last action”, the group claims to… Continue reading Just stop oil protesters throw in the towel by announcing final demonstration
Car Deal of the Day: fire-breathing Volkswagen Golf R for a very friendly price
Four-wheel drive, 328bhp, 155mph… …but still a five-door hatch with a decent boot £312.89 a month Fifty years young, the Volkswagen Golf has arguably become the definitive hatchback on account of its excellent all-round abilities. But no model shows off just how broad those skills really are better than the Golf R. The flagship hot… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: fire-breathing Volkswagen Golf R for a very friendly price
Bigger battery sends Mercedes eVito electric van range way up to 298 miles
When Mercedes launched its all-electric eVito van in 2020 the vehicle couldn’t even top 100 miles of range. Fast forward to 2025 and the mid-sized panel van is now capable of covering 298 miles on a single charge. The sad news is that due to ‘lack of market demand’, according to Mercedes, the new version… Continue reading Bigger battery sends Mercedes eVito electric van range way up to 298 miles
Iconic Smart ForTwo city car to make stunning comeback with bold new look
“We have #1, 3 and 5, so there is still some room for the even numbers. There is more to come,” he said. If the two-seater does take the #2 badge, we can only assume Smart is saving #4 for that aforementioned ID.1 alternative – much like we saw with the now-defunct ForTwo and ForFour,… Continue reading Iconic Smart ForTwo city car to make stunning comeback with bold new look