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Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4

Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV review

The basic hybrid Tonale was let down by its powertrain, but James Fossdyke finds that the new plug-in version is far more convincing.
Published 17 November 2022
Ora Funky Cat

Ora Funky Cat EV review

Laugh at the name all you want, but the Funky Cat is a statement of intent from Chinese newcomer Ora. James Fossdyke tries out the electric Cat.
Published 16 November 2022
BMW i7 xDrive60 M Sport

Electric BMW i7 review

The new BMW i7 is sumptuous and silent. Dave Humphreys drives, and experiences, the first-ever electric 7 Series.
Published 05 November 2022
Healey by Caton

Healey by Caton restomod review

The Healey by Caton is great fun when it works, says James Fossdyke, but it’s let down by a huge pricetag.
Published 20 October 2022
Nissan X-Trail 2022

Nissan X-Trail 2022 review

Will Dron tries out Nissan's new X-Trail in the hills of Slovenia to see if it fulfils its "active parent" remit.
Published 19 October 2022
Maserati MC20 Cielo

Maserati MC20 Cielo review

The drop-top Cielo takes all that was good about the MC20 coupé and adds an extra dimension. James Fossdyke takes the wheel.
Published 19 October 2022
Ferrari 296 GTS

2023 Ferrari 296 GTS review

Ferrari has taken the roof off the sublime 296 GTB to create the GTS, retaining its epic hybrid powertrain. Shane O’ Donoghue takes the wheel.
Published 14 October 2022
2023 Renault Austral

Renault Austral review

The Austral is a massive leap forward compared with Renault’s old family SUVs, but still not quite a class leader.
Published 13 October 2022
2023 Smart #1 review

Smart #1 2023 review

We drive Smart's first effort after Chinese giant Geely bought a 50% stake of the company, and discover a lot of good.
Published 28 September 2022
2023 Bentley Bentayga EWB

Bentley Bentayga EWB review

The elongated Bentayga is here to take the luxury SUV crown. James Fossdyke tries it out for size.
Published 28 September 2022
2023 BMW iX1

BMW X1 and iX1 review

BMW’s new X1 goes straight to the top of its class, especially in electric form.
Published 25 September 2022
2022 Ford Focus and Focus Active review

Ford Focus review

New interior and exterior designs keep the Focus fresh, while new tech is a step forward for the popular family car.
Published 29 July 2022