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Dacia Striker revealed: The brand’s largest ever hybrid crossover estate
Discover the 2026 Dacia Striker: a flagship hybrid crossover estate starting at £22,000. Explore specs, Hybrid 155 tech, and 4x4 options in our full UK guide.
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New Volkswagen Golf teased: Mk9 icon set to enter the electric era
Volkswagen previews the next-generation Golf, with a new electric version expected to arrive alongside petrol and hybrid models later this...
Mar 10, 2026
New Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door interior revealed - and It’s packed with screens
A new electric performance saloon from Mercedes‑AMG will feature a screen-heavy cabin, configurable driving controls and technology...
Mar 10, 2026
Rachel Reeves may scrap September fuel duty hike as oil prices spike past $100
Will Rachel Reeves scrap the UK fuel duty hike? Discover how Middle East conflict and 150p petrol prices could force a major Treasury...
Mar 10, 2026
Kia: Driving Automotive Innovation
From petrol to hybrid, Kia’s K4 joins the EV4 and XCeed as the brand strengthens its UK presence and prepares for a future of...
Mar 09, 2026
Australian GP 2026: Russell dominates, Mercedes seal stunnnig 1-2
George Russell clinches the 2026 Australian GP, leading Kimi Antonelli for a Mercedes 1-2. Leclerc completes podium. Full race breakdown and...
Mar 09, 2026
Diesel prices jump 6p in a week as Middle East conflict escalates
UK diesel price increases hit a 16-month high as oil prices surge. Discover why diesel is rising faster than petrol and what $100 oil means...
Mar 09, 2026
The case for an SUV levy in the UK — and how it could fund cheap EVs
Explore the debate on SUV safety and taxation UK. Learn about the 'large vehicle levy' proposal, Imperial College safety stats, and...
Mar 06, 2026
Jaguar Type 00: what it is, when it’s coming and when you can buy one
Jaguar’s radical new electric grand tourer arrives in 2026 with 1,000hp, 400-mile range, and plans for a future SUV. Here’s what you...
Mar 05, 2026
A guide to Formula One 2026: Rules, cars and drivers
New season, new cars, new drivers, new rules. Here’s everything you need to know.
Mar 03, 2026
UK car buyers shift focus from “Built in Britain” as Chinese brands surge
Quality, affordability, and technology now outweigh origin, with Chinese EVs capturing nearly a third of the UK electric car market.
Mar 02, 2026
UK petrol prices could surge as the US-Iran conflict disrupts global oil supplies
Fighting in the Middle East and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz push oil prices higher, with drivers warned pump costs could hit record...
Mar 02, 2026
UK car production slumps 13.6%: What’s behind the drop?
UK vehicle production decline hits 13.6% in January as SMMT calls for trade security. Discover how 'Made in Europe' rules and EV shifts...
Feb 27, 2026
Deepal S05: 303-mile range, 15-minute fast charge — and built for UK roads
Discover the Deepal S05 UK price and specs. Changan's new electric SUV offers 303 miles of range, 200kW charging, and a 7-year warranty. See...
Feb 26, 2026
UK streets with most PCNs: Top 10 fine hotspots revealed
Discover the UK streets with most PCNs in 2024/25. From Birmingham's Corporation Street to London's bus gates, see the top 10 fine hotspots...
Feb 26, 2026
Jersey scraps 2030 petrol and diesel car ban
Jersey has reversed plans to ban imports of used petrol and diesel cars by 2030, citing affordability and supply challenges. Here’s what...
Feb 26, 2026
Chinese EVs cost up to 3x more to insure than European rivals, data reveals
Struggling with Chinese car insurance? Discover why brands like BYD, XPeng, and Jaecoo face higher UK premiums and how to find the best...
Feb 26, 2026
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£5,690 car tax shock April 2026: Audi RS6, Range Rover, Lamborghini among 59 hit models. Updated Feb 26 - VED £200 (+£5), EV luxury...
Feb 26, 2026
Volvo EX30 recall: 10,500 UK cars hit by battery fire risk
Volvo EX30 recall: 10,500 UK models affected by battery fire risks. Owners of 69kWh variants advised to limit charging to 70% amid £144m...
Feb 25, 2026
Wayve secures £1.1 billion to revolutionise UK self-driving tech.
Wayve self-driving technology secures $1.5bn from Microsoft and Nvidia. Discover how this British AI startup is tackling UK potholes and...
Feb 25, 2026
London’s £2 million parking trap: the streets catching out thousands of drivers
Discover the UK parking fine hotspots costing drivers millions. See why Station Parade and Albert Bridge top the London PCN statistics for...
Feb 25, 2026