Volvo will prolong the life of its biggest-selling mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid petrol-electric models right through to the end of the decade, with heavy, XC90-inspired facelifts, Auto Express has learned. The “new” Volvo XC90 revealed this week is, in fact, an extensive rework of the current car, designed to sit alongside the brand’s EX90 electric flagship… Continue reading More petrol Volvos coming as brand pushes back on EV deadline
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Volvo “adjusts” EV-only deadline; will sell hybrid cars beyond 2030
Volvo has backtracked on its plan to go electric car only by 2030, citing “changing market conditions and customer demands” as a reason. It now says it is aiming for “90 to 100 per cent” of its cars sold at the turn of the decade to be electrified – a mix of plug-in hybrid and… Continue reading Volvo “adjusts” EV-only deadline; will sell hybrid cars beyond 2030
First glimpse of new Volvo ES90 ahead of 2025 reveal
The all-new Volvo ES90 pure-electric saloon will be revealed in 2025, and the Swedish brand has now provided us with our first glimpse of its challenger for the BMW i5 and Audi A6 e-tron. The ES90 name, which was confirmed at the unveiling of the facelifted Volvo XC90, follows the convention that began with the… Continue reading First glimpse of new Volvo ES90 ahead of 2025 reveal
New Volvo XC90 seven-seat SUV gets a fresh look and remodelled interior
Other tech upgrades include enhanced ambient lighting and a 360-degree camera system with split screen, though the 12-inch fully digital driver’s display is the same as before. There’s a strong focus on sustainably sourced materials inside the new XC90, and the cabin is also meant to be more practical, with some changes based on feedback… Continue reading New Volvo XC90 seven-seat SUV gets a fresh look and remodelled interior
Kia EV3 driven in this week’s new-look Auto Express magazine
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New DS SM Tribute is a 21st Century Citroen SM
In Citroen’s illustrious and long history there are a few notable times when the company dug into its reserves of Gallic flair and pulled out an icon – the Citroen SM from 1970 was one of those times and now there’s a new hommage to the original in the shape of the DS SM Tribute. … Continue reading New DS SM Tribute is a 21st Century Citroen SM
Haggling, time wasters and disputes over condition: the most common private car sale pitfalls
Two thirds of motorists have never sold a car privately, with the fear of pesky hagglers potentially the biggest disincentive when it comes to going it alone in the car market. That’s the takeaway from the latest survey by Auto Express which has shown that the prospect of dealing with low offers and buyers determined… Continue reading Haggling, time wasters and disputes over condition: the most common private car sale pitfalls
Car Deal of the Day: funky Nissan Juke for an incredible £144 per month
Funky and very popular small SUV Refreshed interior features 12.3-inch touchscreen £144 per month with £2,038 initial payment Our latest Car Deal of the Day selection is ideal for anyone on a tight budget hunting for a new small SUV, because the popular, funky Nissan Juke is available for as little as £144 per month… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: funky Nissan Juke for an incredible £144 per month
Hardcore Hyundai Ioniq 6 N with huge wing spotted testing
This is our best look yet at the long-awaited Hyundai Ioniq 6 N: the lower and sleeker sibling of our Performance Car of the Year for 2024 – the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N – and a new challenger for the Tesla Model 3 Performance. Hyundai planted the seed for the Ioniq 6 N back in… Continue reading Hardcore Hyundai Ioniq 6 N with huge wing spotted testing
New Aston Martin Vanquish unveiled with roaring 823bhp V12
Being a top-spec Aston, the 410mm front and 380mm rear brake discs are carbon ceramic as standard, and reduce the unsprung weight by 27kg, compared with an equivalent set of steel brakes. Design and interior All of this upgraded hardware is covered by the new Vanquish’s larger body. Designed under the leadership of Marek Reichmann,… Continue reading New Aston Martin Vanquish unveiled with roaring 823bhp V12