Top five things we learned this week
116 years ago this week, Ford revolutionised car manufacturing when the first Model-T made on an assembly line was completed. By simplifying assembly of the Ford Model T into 84 distinct steps it ...
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Will rising CO2 vehicle emissions result in less choice for your next car?
The choice of cars available to lease or buy in the UK could be about to take a nosedive. This is because of emissions and the current trend for drivers to choose SUVs over other types of cars. Th...
Video review: BMW 330e iPerformance PHEV
With its reputation as the ultimate driver’s car, the 3 Series remains BMW’s most accomplished model. So where does the plug-in hybrid derivative fit into the grand scheme of things? We sent Howard...
Kia introduces plug-in hybrids of the all-new Kia XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon
Kia has revealed details of its first plug-in hybrid models based on the Xceed crossover and Ceed Sportswagen. Both models are powered by a 1.6-litre GDi engine combined with an electric motor and...
Hyundai and Kia to invest €100m in UK-based EV startup Arrival
Hyundai and Kia are looking to accelerate their clean-mobility transformation with a €100m investment in UK-based startup Arrival. Founded in 2015, Arrival has production plants and R&D centres ...
National Pothole Day: Everything you need to know, plus alternative pothole uses
Potholes are ugly, destructive, disruptive, and dangerous, but your local road crater may be more useful than you thought...
National Pothole Day: Shock poll reveals extent of our dissatisfaction with UK roads
It’s National Pothole Day. Yes, 15 January signals that much celebrated day for motorists in which we grumble about the state of the UK road network. Entering its fifth year, National Pothole Day ...
AA calls on government to scrap VAT on electric cars
The AA is calling on the government to scrap VAT on both sales and leasing costs of electric vehicles to encourage uptake. Research of 17,500 AA members found that over 60% would be more inclined ...
Oxford set to introduce zero-emission zone
Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council have announced plans for the introduction of the UK’s first city centre Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ). The ZEZ aims to reduce Oxford’s toxic air pol...
Why CES is the place to be for automakers in January
If you have even the remotest interest in car technology, the chances are you heard about a show called CES. This is the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and it’s held in Las Vegas every year. You ...
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