In the early days, the automatic gearbox was the enemy of driving enjoyment, robbing drivers of the fine control and interaction brought by a decent manual shift. Automatics have always felt at home in plush, luxurious machines where changing gear yourself is a chore rather than an indulgence, but the technology has advanced in the… Continue reading Top 10 best automatic cars 2023
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Best cars for £3,000 or less
If you’re on a relatively tight budget for your next used car, there’s no need to worry. You can find plenty of quality second-hand car buys for £3,000 or less. We’ve tracked down a range of options for this price range, covering all sorts of models ranging from a hugely-practical van-based MPV to a plush… Continue reading Best cars for £3,000 or less
New Lotus Type 133 electric super saloon caught on camera
After decades of thrilling petrol-powered sports cars, Lotus is reinventing itself for the electric age. The Evija was the brand’s first EV, the Eletre its first SUV, and its next model – codenamed Type 133 – will see Lotus enter yet another new territory with its first ground-up four-door saloon. Of course, Lotus is no… Continue reading New Lotus Type 133 electric super saloon caught on camera
McLaren F1 LM and Solus GT in new Speed Champions Lego set
McLaren is kicking off 2023 with an altogether more affordable offering than its usual mid-engined supercars. The company turns sixty years old this year, and to commemorate the occasion, it has licenced a new Lego set containing two of its landmark hypercars from past and present. The new Speed Champions kit costs £39.99 and lets… Continue reading McLaren F1 LM and Solus GT in new Speed Champions Lego set
2023 Renault Megane E-Tech Iconic lands as range-topping version
The Megane E-Tech has gained a new Iconic trim level to sit at the top of the all-electric hatchback’s range. Renault says the Iconic is based on the limited Launch Edition model, but gets a heat pump and additional paint options. The heat pump (the design of which is apparently patented by Renault) is able… Continue reading 2023 Renault Megane E-Tech Iconic lands as range-topping version
Halfords and Palmer Foundation search for new automotive apprentices
Halfords and the Palmer Foundation, working with the Institute of the Motor Industry, First Step Trust and London South East Colleges, are launching a new programme to give young people from disadvantaged backgrounds their first step towards a career in the automotive industry. Auto Express contributor and founder of the Palmer Foundation, Andy Palmer, said,… Continue reading Halfords and Palmer Foundation search for new automotive apprentices
“Middle-lane hoggers seem to be out in force these days”
I’ve driven a fair few hundred miles over the past week and one thing has struck me: the standard of driving on UK roads these days is shocking. My biggest bugbear – after many hours spent on the motorway – is the Middle Lane Owners’ Club, who seem to be out in force these days,… Continue reading “Middle-lane hoggers seem to be out in force these days”
New Mercedes GLE facelift updates SUV and Coupe SUV for 2023
Mercedes is in the middle of revising its SUV lineup, first it was the turn of an all-new GLC, later this year we’ll see the GLS get a revamp but right now it’s time for the GLE’s facelift. The GLE has been given a broad series of updates for 2023 to keep it competitive against… Continue reading New Mercedes GLE facelift updates SUV and Coupe SUV for 2023
New 2023 Range Rover Velar goes on sale from £54k with big updates
The Range Rover Velar was launched in 2017 to squeeze in between Range Rover’s smallest model, the Evoque, and the larger Range Rover Sport as a dynamic, style-led option. 2023 sees the Velar gain a thorough mid-life update, bringing changes to the exterior, interior and even the powertrain. Available to order now, the new 2023… Continue reading New 2023 Range Rover Velar goes on sale from £54k with big updates
Top 10 best sports cars 2023
The traditional sports-car market may be shrinking, but these highly entertaining models still have a place among other performance-oriented cars such as hot hatchbacks and fast SUVs. While the genre incorporates a range of sizes, layouts and power outputs, the bottom line is that the best sports cars are all created with driving fun near… Continue reading Top 10 best sports cars 2023