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Audi Q8

Updated Audi Q8 reviewed

Audi isn’t known for rocking the boat, but the Q8’s new Sakhir Gold colour scheme is a metaphor for a car that won’t be to everyone’s taste.
Published 08 November 2023
Alan Mann Racing (AMR) ePower Mustang electric restomod

AMR Mustang ePower review

A classic Ford Mustang with electric power, air con and a touchscreen, from a renowned British racing outfit. Will Dron is intrigued.
Published 07 November 2023
Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato

Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato reviewed

Ever-outrageous Lamborghini has turned the Huracan into a rally rage car, but does the transformation suit a supercar?
Published 03 November 2023
Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid

Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid reviewed

With more plug-in hybrid versions of the Porsche Cayenne than ever to choose from, buyers would do well to read Matt Robinson's thoughts.
Published 23 October 2023
Hyundai Kona Electric

New Hyundai Kona reviewed

The electric version of the new Hyundai Kona grabs all the headlines, but Matt Robinson discovers that the entire line-up is worth a look.
Published 19 October 2023
Mazda MX-30 R-EV

Mazda MX-30 R-EV reviewed

Has Mazda made its quirky MX-30 EV more appealing with the addition of a rotary range-extending engine? Dave Humphreys takes it for a spin...
Published 18 October 2023
Ford Transit Custom

Ford Transit Custom reviewed

The Ford Transit Custom will soon go electric; Neil Briscoe tests the new diesel models out for size.
Published 11 October 2023
Vauxhall Corsa Electric Long Range 2023

Vauxhall Corsa Electric review

The new Vauxhall Corsa Electric is updated in design, technology and performance. Will Dron takes it for a road test in Frankfurt.
Published 10 October 2023
BMW i5 eDrive40

BMW i5 electric saloon review

The new BMW 5 Series is being launched from the get-go in electric form, as the BMW i5.
Published 01 October 2023
BMW X5

Updated BMW X5 reviewed

Revamped BMW X5 gets a sharper look and new tech, but the highlight is an upgraded plug-in hybrid system.
Published 29 September 2023
2023 Lexus LM

Lexus LM 2023 review

Lexus is bringing its all-new "Luxury Mover" to the UK, offering first class level of comfort. But is it cool, wonders Will Dron.
Published 27 September 2023
Fiat 600e

Electric Fiat 600e reviewed

Can the new Fiat 600e crossover emulate its little sibling's success on a larger scale? Matt Robinson wonders if there's too much competition.
Published 21 September 2023