Ford has given its medium-sized E-Transit Custom van some notable upgrades for 2026 with more range, power and off-road ability. The E-Transit Custom, the electric version of Ford’s most popular van, now comes with a 71kWh battery – replacing the old 64kWh unit. Available on models built from early 2026, the updated E-Transit Custom powertrain… Continue reading Updated Ford E-Transit Custom gets 23 more miles and all-wheel drive
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Ford would sell more cars if it hadn’t murdered the Fiesta, Focus and Mondeo
True, Hackett left the company in late 2020, before this trio was murdered. But thanks to his ‘we’re a truck company’ edict, he has to accept most of the blame for the death of these cars, two of which (the Fiesta and Focus) are as relevant as the still strong-selling VW Polo and Golf. What’s… Continue reading Ford would sell more cars if it hadn’t murdered the Fiesta, Focus and Mondeo
Jaguar Type 00 design boss Gerry McGovern leaves JLR
McGovern’s surprise departure leaves a design leadership void at the top of Britain’s biggest exporter. McGovern’s second-in-command, Massimo Frascella, left JLR in January 2024 and is now head of design at Audi. Jaguar relaunch JLR is taking a big risk with its relaunch strategy, unapologetically “sun-setting” its entire range of existing cars to create a… Continue reading Jaguar Type 00 design boss Gerry McGovern leaves JLR
Best used luxury cars to buy 2025
However, drive an Audi A8 – or even just be a passenger in one – and you’ll soon see why it’s worth making sacrifices to buy one. Audi has used only the best materials, there’s ample power, and the adaptive air suspension means the ride comfort is sublime. You’ll soon appreciate the lightweight aluminium construction,… Continue reading Best used luxury cars to buy 2025
Used Aston Martin DBX (Mk1, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: luxury SUV looks great and feels special
Depreciation is stiff, too; we found a 2022 car, with 50,000 miles notched up, for sale at £85k; it cost its first owner just under £200k. Services are due every 12 months or 10,000 miles and the first three are free. After that it gets pricey, with the fourth DBX service pegged at £2,160 (£2,375… Continue reading Used Aston Martin DBX (Mk1, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: luxury SUV looks great and feels special
Vauxhall Astra gets first official teaser for 2026 facelift
Having launched in 2021, the current eighth-generation Vauxhall Astra is ripe for a facelift and we’ve just been given our first glimpse of the updated version ahead of its unveiling next year. The first official images show the Astra in its Opel-branded European-specification. Opel CEO Florian Huettl said: “Now we are taking the next big step.… Continue reading Vauxhall Astra gets first official teaser for 2026 facelift
New Vauxhall Vivaro Electrici-Tea comes with the most vital tool of every trade
Vauxhall has revealed the perfect van for tea-loving tradespeople – the Vauxhall Vivaro Electrici-Tea. That name’s combination of electricity and tea comes from this Vivaro’s ability to make a fresh cuppa – all without the assistance of a dingy on-site Portakabin or someone’s kitchen. According to the International Tea Committee, 100 million cups of tea… Continue reading New Vauxhall Vivaro Electrici-Tea comes with the most vital tool of every trade
Car Deal of the Day: Nissan’s Juke has never looked more appealing at £155 per month
Generous equipment One of Britain’s most popular cars Only £155 per month There’s a new Nissan Juke on the way next year, which we exclusively revealed last week. That news should have automatically turned the eyes of seasoned car bargain hunters towards the popular current model – and sure enough, you can now get your hands… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Nissan’s Juke has never looked more appealing at £155 per month
Obscure car question? Forget AI, ask an internet car forum
There was a time when, if you didn’t buy a popular mainstream model as a used car, then you were likely taking a step into the unknown when it came to what could possibly go wrong. At Auto Express we can lend a helping hand with our used car buyer’s guides, but even we can’t… Continue reading Obscure car question? Forget AI, ask an internet car forum
Black Friday Car Deal of the Day: Hurry… this Ford Puma Gen-E offer won’t be around for long
Engaging to drive 223-mile range; super-efficient Just £193.70 a month Ford’s electric Puma Gen-E has been a smash hit this year, so much so that the company has reportedly sold out of them. And it’s easy to see why, as it combines the fun driving of the regular petrol car with an efficient electric powertrain that… Continue reading Black Friday Car Deal of the Day: Hurry… this Ford Puma Gen-E offer won’t be around for long