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December 12, 2024

Electric pace and quality of Hyundai IONIQ 6

December 10, 2024

EV first for Kia that looks the part

Forester still has plenty to offer - but there's more to come

December 5, 2024

Making a smart choice for a compact SUV

November 26, 2024

Torres EV brings premium quality from KGM

BYD’S Atto 3 hits all the right notes

November 20, 2024

Subaru Crosstrek a new model that scores on or off-road

November 19, 2024

Stylish new Lexus SUV appeals to younger buyers

New MG3 Hybrid a fine car worthy of the iconic badge

November 12, 2024

All new Renault Captur raises the bar again

November 7, 2024

Toyota at the top of its game with revamped Hilux

October 21, 2024

Omoda's impressive new kid on the block

Subaru Outback a winner both on and offroad

September 26, 2024

E-Class act from Mercedes

Features|Sep 26

September 18, 2024

Easy as ABC for new BYD Dolphin

September 7, 2024

Sporty SEAT Arona offers great value

September 4, 2024

'I'm a pensioner and agree with the winter fuel allowance cut – here's why'

Cost of living|Sep 4

August 15, 2024

Suzuki a bargain with a premium touch

August 9, 2024

KGM newcomer has so much to offer

August 6, 2024

My onward journey away from the danger of diabetes

August 1, 2024

Sleek VW Passat bucks SUV trend

July 14, 2024

New Mini Countryman is bigger and even better

June 28, 2024

Audi's compact SUV is a real firecracker

June 11, 2024

'I'm a pensioner and I'm furious at Tory tax on my earnings'

General Election 2024|Jun 11

June 7, 2024

Volvo plug-in hybrid still a sensible choice

May 7, 2024

I was told I was about to get diabetes – so I decided to act and have become a changed man

April 29, 2024

Classy Kodiaq now bigger and better than ever

April 7, 2024

Crossover raises the bar for Toyota

Mazda updates range and cuts prices

April 4, 2024

White van man image transformed

March 21, 2024

Audi's awesome RS7 packs a punch

March 10, 2024

Muscular Jazz Crosstar ticks the right boxes

February 27, 2024

Arctic a cool premium off-road option

February 23, 2024

Upmarket Mazda bucks the trend with diesel

February 4, 2024

Solterra joins the electric SUV party

Sporty Swift still makes an impact

Sporty MG takes on the supercars

January 23, 2024

Sporty Leon a family-friendly option

January 16, 2024

X3 SUV still the one to beat

December 29, 2023

Amarok an impressive workhorse with premium quality

Reviews|Dec 29, 2023

Plug-in MG is a bit of a steal

Reviews|Dec 29, 2023

December 18, 2023

Pricey, but the Type R delivers in spades

Reviews|Dec 18, 2023

December 10, 2023

Sophisticated touches for rugged Subaru

Reviews|Dec 10, 2023

November 21, 2023

Rexton seven seater has a touch of class

Reviews|Nov 21, 2023

November 10, 2023

Pick-up facelift takes it to the max

Reviews|Nov 10, 2023

November 7, 2023

Premium quality and performance at a sensible price

Reviews|Nov 7, 2023

October 31, 2023

Rotary engine is back with Mazda's plug-in hybrid

Reviews|Oct 31, 2023

October 29, 2023

Kia Sportage, elegance and peace of mind

Reviews|Oct 29, 2023

October 20, 2023

Electric Buzz has the wow factor

Reviews|Oct 20, 2023

October 12, 2023

Stylish Mazda a compelling choice

Reviews|Oct 12, 2023