It seems that we’re at a crossroads when it comes to the sorts of noises coming out from our favourite new performance cars. On the one hand, changing EU legislation and new technologies like hybridisation means cars are getting quieter, and the noises they do make are digitally generated. On the other, manufacturers have never… Continue reading Best sounding cars: great cars with soundtracks to give you goosebumps
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Fastest-accelerating cars 2025: world’s quickest 0-60mph production cars
Below are the fastest cars over the benchmark 0-60mph/0-62mph sprint, according to the manufacturers’ official claims… Hennessey Venom F5 – 2.6 seconds (0-60mph) Hennessey is a respected name in the US for its supercars. It earned its stripes creating monstrous, modified versions of already ballistic performance cars, and the F5 represents all of the firm’s knowhow distilled… Continue reading Fastest-accelerating cars 2025: world’s quickest 0-60mph production cars
Land Rover Defender Churchill Edition is a tribute to Britain’s wartime PM
Inside, there’s “luxurious” semi-aniline Bottle Green and Windsor Ebony leather on the seats, passenger grab handles and headliner. The dashboard doesn’t get the modern Defender’s infotainment display or digital dials, with tech highlights including a single DIN stereo head unit with navigation, DAB radio and Bluetooth, and a “unique” clock design inspired by Pol Roger… Continue reading Land Rover Defender Churchill Edition is a tribute to Britain’s wartime PM
Should pavement parking be banned in the UK? Motorists (surprisingly) say yes
Ban pavement parking altogether, or just in certain zones – that’s the debate splitting the opinion of UK motorists ahead of a parliamentary debate this week. A poll conducted by the RAC found that 83 per cent of motorists believe more needs to be done to tackle the issue of pavement parking in the UK.… Continue reading Should pavement parking be banned in the UK? Motorists (surprisingly) say yes
Car Deal of the Day: Enjoy Scandinavian style with the Volvo XC40 for just £296 a month
Slick, modern styling Google-based infotainment Only £296.04 a month The Volvo XC40 is a common sight on UK roads, but that’s for good reason as it remains one of the most stylish cars the Swedish company makes. In a class obsessed with style, the SUV still makes quite a statement on the school run –… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Enjoy Scandinavian style with the Volvo XC40 for just £296 a month
MG Cyber X will morph into a mini-Mercedes within two years
While we’ve yet to see any evidence of the production car undergoing testing, Allison told us at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July that he would be “very much in favour” of MG launching the Cyber X in the UK, and could see it happening “within the next two years”. He’s confident something like… Continue reading MG Cyber X will morph into a mini-Mercedes within two years
Car Deal of the Day: Racy and retro Renault 5 for only £188 a month
Retro design; quality feel 192-mile range; fun handling Just £187.60 a month If the Renault 5’s style and panache weren’t tempting enough, then get a load of this. The modern-day Super Cinq has just had an enormous price cut, meaning this slice of retro cool is now available for less than £190 a month. Advertisement –… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Racy and retro Renault 5 for only £188 a month
Pop your Chery? 9 things you must know about the Chinese SUV brand’s big UK plans
What wasn’t mentioned was Chery’s links to JLR: it has assembled Land Rovers and Jaguars in a Chinese joint-venture since 2014, and has the licence to create upcoming SUVs under the Freelander brand. This relationship will have fed Chery’s “20-year preparation” to become sufficiently competitive to enter the UK market. And truth be told it’s already… Continue reading Pop your Chery? 9 things you must know about the Chinese SUV brand’s big UK plans
Astonishing Yangwang U9 Track edition hits 292mph to become world’s fastest EV
Its ‘DiSus-X’ chassis is also unusual in the supercar class because it’s a fully active system. In this set-up each wheel is truly independent, and uses hydraulics to control the car’s pitch and roll, and does so without the need for any anti-roll bars. This is a similar technology to Porsche’s Active Body Control, and… Continue reading Astonishing Yangwang U9 Track edition hits 292mph to become world’s fastest EV
Car Deal of the Day: Practical Honda Jazz at under £200 a month strikes the right note
Frugal hybrid powertrain Huge interior space; Magic Seats Just £195.34 a month Few superminis are as rational as the Honda Jazz. The little Japanese car is about as sensible as they come, thanks to its hybrid powertrain, spacious interior and high equipment levels. This blend of wholesome characteristics rarely comes cheap. But, judging by the Auto… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Practical Honda Jazz at under £200 a month strikes the right note