The electric Ford Puma Gen-E has been revealed as the first new EV to qualify for the Government’s full Electric Car Grant. That means it’s the only car on sale to officially qualify for a £3,750 discount under the scheme. Now starting from just £26,245, the Ford Puma EV becomes the cheapest electric SUV you… Continue reading At last! Ford Puma Gen-E is first electric car to get full EV Grant discount
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The R35 Nissan GT-R is dead: last model signals end of a high performance era
Commenting on the last unit to be built, Ivan Espinosa, President and CEO of Nissan said: “After 18 remarkable years, the R35 GT-R has left an enduring mark on automotive history. Its legacy is a testament to the passion of our team and the loyalty of our customers around the globe.” There were a few… Continue reading The R35 Nissan GT-R is dead: last model signals end of a high performance era
British drivers still love a new number plate
On 1 September, I’ll be driving to work with my eyes on stalks, eager to spot my first new-reg 75-plate car before I finish my morning coffee. It’s a biannual event – or annual, depending on how far you rewind – that I’ve enjoyed since I was a child, and the enthusiasm is yet to… Continue reading British drivers still love a new number plate
100 best new cars revealed in this week’s Auto Express
In this week’s issue of Auto Express we have a scoop on MG’s new baby G-Wagen with exclusive images that preview how the sub-£30k SUV could look. We also have all the latest on the Government Electric Car Grant, revealing which EVs are now eligible for the full £3,750 price drop. Advertisement – Article continues… Continue reading 100 best new cars revealed in this week’s Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: MG HS is an easy-going SUV for just over £200 a month
Easy and comfortable to drive High-spec Trophy model Just £206.34 a month MG’s modern-day image as a maker of efficient, value-for-money cars has been built by cars like the MG HS. The latest model adds some premium zing to the original’s package, and you can get the keys for a bargain £206 a month. Advertisement –… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: MG HS is an easy-going SUV for just over £200 a month
Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack: was customer data stolen?
Nevertheless, JLR instead tried to reassure customers, stating that “At this stage there is no evidence any customer data has been stolen”; it’s likely that the hackers were looking to extort money from the multi-billion pound company, much like what happened earlier on in the year with M&S and Co-op. While no individual nor group… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack: was customer data stolen?
Best sounding cars: great cars with soundtracks to give you goosebumps
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
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