Live local fuel prices coming to your sat-nav or smartphone

The Government has published a proposal that will force fuel retailers to publish their current prices for petrol and diesel, updating the information ‘live’ online within 30 minutes of any price changes. The info will be collected by a body appointed by the Government, in a format that’s shareable via car sat-nav systems, smartphone apps… Continue reading Live local fuel prices coming to your sat-nav or smartphone

Deal of the Day: all-electric GWM ORA 03 catches the eye at £228 per month

The ORA 03 was formerly known as the Funky Cat but Great Wall Motors (GWM) swifty renamed it after seeing the Funky Cat wasn’t quite landing on its feet here in the UK. Regardless of what it’s called, it’s a compelling entry into the all-electric supermini sector and looks better than ever thanks to these… Continue reading Deal of the Day: all-electric GWM ORA 03 catches the eye at £228 per month

New Porsche Macan EV: range, specs, interior and 2024 reveal date

Porsche’s all-electric SUV is set to be revealed this week and we’ve just been given our best look yet at the upcoming Macan EV. Due to be unveiled on Thursday 25 January, the Porsche Macan EV will feature evolutionary styling over the current internal-combustion engine Macan, but the latest technology from the Volkswagen Group. It’s… Continue reading New Porsche Macan EV: range, specs, interior and 2024 reveal date

Top 10 best plug-in hybrids to buy 2024

​Not everyone is ready to take the plunge and buy a fully electric car, which makes plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) a great ‘stepping stone’ option. They combine both an internal combustion engine and electric power to offer some of the benefits of each fuel choice in a single package. So which are the best plug-in hybrid… Continue reading Top 10 best plug-in hybrids to buy 2024

Land Rover insurance problems mount as owners are refused in-house cover

Land Rover owners are up in arms over the brand’s insurance scheme refusing cover for some of its own vehicles. The Land Rover insurance scheme was relaunched last month to help owners, some of whom have been claiming that their vehicles were “uninsurable”. Auto Express reader and Range Rover Velar owner Jonathan Hardwick contacted us,… Continue reading Land Rover insurance problems mount as owners are refused in-house cover

Best small automatic cars

There are lots of reasons for wanting a small car with an automatic gearbox, not least of which is the sheer boredom of sitting motionless in traffic jams every day developing an aching foot from repeatedly pressing down the clutch pedal. Even drivers who enjoy changing up and down a gearbox manually have to admit… Continue reading Best small automatic cars

Top 10 most reliable small cars to buy 2024

Top 10 most reliable small cars to buy 2024 Currently reading If you’re buying a smaller car, it could be because you’re looking to reduce your running costs or you simply don’t need the space offered by a large family car. But any savings you make will quickly disappear if it’s always breaking down or in the… Continue reading Top 10 most reliable small cars to buy 2024

New Ford Kuga breaks cover with rugged Active model

Pricing for the updated Ford Kuga has been revealed, with the tweaked model range kicking off at £32,080. Ford’s big-selling Kuga has been given a thorough overhaul for 2024, with the new four-tier lineup offered with a range of four powertrains. Key changes include a new exterior design, with the addition of a rugged Active… Continue reading New Ford Kuga breaks cover with rugged Active model

Best used small cars 2024

We love small cars, and since most of us can’t afford to buy brand-new models, it stands to reason that used small cars are the most popular of all. But which ones are the best to buy now? When we talk about small cars, we’re really focusing on two different types of car – superminis… Continue reading Best used small cars 2024

New Volvo ES90 electric saloon to take on BMW i5 with 400+-mile range

Volvo is gearing up to launch an EV successor to the S90 saloon later this year according to pictures and information leaked online. Swedish motoring magazine Teknikens Varld says the first pre-production examples of the new Volvo ES90 have been built, suggesting we may soon see cars testing on public roads. The details come after an image… Continue reading New Volvo ES90 electric saloon to take on BMW i5 with 400+-mile range