Stylish design and well-equipped 323-mile range Only £188.83 a month Vauxhall has practically reinvented itself over the past few years. Models like the Astra and Mokka show that the British brand has rediscovered its mojo, and the latest model to benefit from this rejuvenation is the Grandland. The original Granland was a perfectly adequate family… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Grandland Electric for £189 is an absolute steal
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Restricting supply of petrol cars still an option for Ford as EV targets bite
Ford has doubled-down on its threats to limit the sales of petrol and diesel cars in order to meet ZEV mandate quotas. This comes as car manufacturers continue to struggle with the harsh penalties threatened by the current version of the government’s tough electrification targets. Speaking to Auto Express, Ford UK’s CEO, Lisa Bradkin said… Continue reading Restricting supply of petrol cars still an option for Ford as EV targets bite
Best Ford cars: our favourite new Fords and all-time greats
That means everything from a simple single-cab model for tradespeople, right the way up to that dune-hopping Raptor. Most will go for the double-cab diesels in between, which drive well despite their imposing size (this isn’t a vehicle for narrow streets), and feel upmarket compared to most rivals. 10. Ford Tourneo Courier Prices from £25,140… Continue reading Best Ford cars: our favourite new Fords and all-time greats
Car Deal of the Day: Prices tumble for Ford’s Explorer – bag one for £233 a month
Unusually, this leasing deal throws in metallic paintwork rather than only offering the no-cost-option of white paint – this is an £800 bonus, alone. Under the modern, boxy styling lies the same mechanicals as a whole swathe of Volkswagen Group EVs, such as the Audi Q4 e-tron and Skoda Enyaq. The 77kWh battery pack opens… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Prices tumble for Ford’s Explorer – bag one for £233 a month
New Aston Martin Vanquish Volante is the world’s most powerful front-engined convertible
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
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