Small independent filling stations are significantly cutting their pump prices to reflect reductions in the wholesale cost of petrol and diesel. These smaller retailers are passing on a 10p wholesale saving, meaning they’re generally charging no more than 180p per litre. One station in Cornwall appeared in news headlines for reducing its pump price to… Continue reading UK petrol and diesel prices: independent retailers cut prices
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2022 Nissan X-Trail debuts in Japan
Nissan has unveiled the new X-Trail for the Japanese market, giving us our best look yet at the firm’s latest SUV – set for launch in Europe later this year. The X-Trail will move onto the same CMF-C underpinnings as the latest Qashqai, meaning it’ll be available with hybrid power for the first time. When… Continue reading 2022 Nissan X-Trail debuts in Japan
New MG Cyberster electric roadster to get steering yoke and scissor doors
MG has built much of its reputation on small affordable roadsters, and now, fresh leaks all but confirm that the brand is returning to its roots with a dainty, probably all-electric, roadster called the Cyberster. Our exclusive images provide a clear view of how the forthcoming sports car could look, but a newly released teaser… Continue reading New MG Cyberster electric roadster to get steering yoke and scissor doors
Just Stop Oil protesters plan to make M25 a ‘no-go zone’
Protesters have pledged to block the M25 motorway around London for three days starting today, in an act of civil disobedience and disruption that’s already causing havoc in Surrey. National Highways reports that three lanes have been closed between Junction 11 for Chertsey and J10 for Wisley on the south-west stretch of the motorway, and… Continue reading Just Stop Oil protesters plan to make M25 a ‘no-go zone’
“Hyundai is ready for take-off, literally, in 2028”
It’s hard not to be impressed by Hyundai these days. From its range of award-winning cars to the work it’s doing around sustainability, the Korean firm is showing more established brands the way forward. I’ve been out in Korea for the home unveiling of the new Ioniq 6, a car that outpunches the Tesla Model… Continue reading “Hyundai is ready for take-off, literally, in 2028”
New all-electric Porsche SUV will be focused on luxury
The Taycan is currently Porsche’s only electric car, but we’re about to see an influx of electric SUVs from the German brand in the coming years. In 2024, the electric Macan will debut and now Porsche has claimed it will follow up with a larger, all-electric SUV. Porsche’s Taycan now outsells the 911 and the… Continue reading New all-electric Porsche SUV will be focused on luxury
Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson go head-to-head in this week’s Auto Express
In this week’s issue of Auto Express we have a Korean shootout as the all-new Kia Sportage goes head-to-head with the Hyundai Tucson to see which is the best tax-busting plug-in hybrid SUV. We also have the lowdown on the new-look Kia XCeed, which has been updated for 2022 with design tweaks and a refreshed… Continue reading Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson go head-to-head in this week’s Auto Express
Renault Master E-Tech electric van gets larger battery for 2022
Renault’s largest electric van, the Master E-Tech, has been updated for 2022. The French firm says the latest version will be available to order from August, with first deliveries expected in September. Following the mid-size Kangoo E-Tech 2022 update comes revisions to the Master E-Tech. Renault’s large panel van competes with the Ford E-Transit, Citroen… Continue reading Renault Master E-Tech electric van gets larger battery for 2022
2022 Renault Kangoo and electric Kangoo E-Tech pricing revealed
Renault’s electrified line-up has gained another vehicle in the form of the new Kangoo E-Tech. The French firm has announced pricing and specifications for both the internal-combustion engined Kangoo and the pure-electric Kangoo E-Tech, with orders open now and first deliveries expected by October. The new Kangoo E-Tech shares the same underpinnings as the latest Mercedes Citan… Continue reading 2022 Renault Kangoo and electric Kangoo E-Tech pricing revealed
Ford unveils new hardcore 700bhp F-150 Raptor R truck
Ford’s F-150 pick-up truck is one of the world’s most popular vehicles and the line-up has just been crowned with the most aggressive variant the Blue Oval has ever made in the form of the F-150 Raptor R. The new high-performance pick-up receives plenty of alterations to distinguish it from the regular Raptor, including an… Continue reading Ford unveils new hardcore 700bhp F-150 Raptor R truck