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
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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
New Vauxhall Frontera Hybrid and Electric models go on sale at the same price
This powertrain comes with either 99bhp and 205Nm of torque or 136bhp and 230Nm of torque, with the former completing the 0-62mph sprint in 11 seconds and the more powerful engine taking nine seconds. Despite the power difference, both engines produce 120g/km. In Design trim, the 136bhp hybrid version costs an extra £1,500 over the… Continue reading New Vauxhall Frontera Hybrid and Electric models go on sale at the same price
New Vauxhall Mokka Coffe-e is ‘cars and coffee’ taken a bit too literally
The Vauxhall Mokka Coffe-e has ‘bean’ unveiled as a caffeinated one-off concept version of the brand’s popular small SUV. According to Vauxhall, 80 percent of its buyers are coffee drinkers, so in what may be seen as a cheap marketing ‘shot’, the firm has ‘brewed’ up the Coffe-e concept car – no doubt as a… Continue reading New Vauxhall Mokka Coffe-e is ‘cars and coffee’ taken a bit too literally
Drivers warned to watch out as school kids on phones becomes major road safety issue
“In today’s digital age, diverting attention away from the screen is a challenge, but one needed to ensure safety when walking,” says Churchill spokesperson Ewan Robertson. “That’s why we’ve launched our “Screen down, Eyes Up” campaign to help spark discussions among students and schools, to promote greater road safety awareness.” As part of the Screen… Continue reading Drivers warned to watch out as school kids on phones becomes major road safety issue
Car Deal of the Day: stylish, high-tech Renault Megane E-Tech for only £211 per month
Cool, stylish interior with brilliant Google tech Lots of standard kit and big 440-litre boot £211 per month with £2,201 initial payment The Renault Megane E-Tech is one of our favourite family hatchbacks on the market. It looks simply stunning, features brilliant Google-powered technology, comes well-equipped, is pretty practical and nice to drive. All that… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: stylish, high-tech Renault Megane E-Tech for only £211 per month
New Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Fire+Ice pays homage to EV’s hatchback heritage
The Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Fire+Ice is a one-off creation that has been inspired by the Volkswagen Golf Mk2 ‘Fire and Ice’ special edition that appeared in Europe in 1990. Like its forebearer, the ID.3 GTX Fire+Ice was developed in collaboration with Bogner, the Munich-based luxury sports clothing brand. It has deep purple paint finish, although… Continue reading New Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Fire+Ice pays homage to EV’s hatchback heritage
Used electric car prices are coming down and looking increasingly attractive
But it’s only worth buying if it fits with your lifestyle. For example, you can forget it (for now) if you can’t charge at home, or if you regularly tow heavy loads. Those who make frequent long trips or aren’t willing to try new things should probably give EVs a wide berth, too. After all,… Continue reading Used electric car prices are coming down and looking increasingly attractive
New Nissan Ariya Nismo arriving in UK showrooms in January 2025
The cherry on top of the Ariya Nismo’s aggressive new look is the spicy red accent that wraps around the car – a Nismo signature. There are lots more red accents found inside, from the dashboard and central armrest to the 12 o’clock marker on the steering wheel. Specially designed Nismo seats with suede-effect upholstery… Continue reading New Nissan Ariya Nismo arriving in UK showrooms in January 2025
New Jaguar GT due soon as first of a three-car luxury line-up
All of the new creations will sit on a bespoke-EV platform called Jaguar Electrified Architecture (JEA). Nick Collins, JLR’s executive director of vehicle programmes, said: “JEA is being developed specifically for the exuberant Jaguar brand. There’s not a single vehicle architecture anywhere in the world that could create something as exuberant as what Gerry and… Continue reading New Jaguar GT due soon as first of a three-car luxury line-up