Clean, Fast and 1000 Miles to a Tank – so Why Is Diesel a Dirty Word?
Diesel engines have evolved from noisy, inefficient relics into high‑torque, ultra‑efficient powertrains that can exceed 100 mpg on long hauls. Modern diesels meet the same real‑world emissions standards as petrol and hybrid vehicles, yet they still deliver superior range and lower fuel costs. The Dieselgate scandal and subsequent policy shifts have driven sales below 5% of new‑car registrations in the UK, despite these technical gains. Enthusiasts argue that diesel remains the most sensible choice for high‑mileage motorists.
Torque vs Tread - Do EVs Tear Through Tyres Faster?
Electric vehicles tend to wear tyres faster than comparable ICE models due to higher curb weight and instantaneous torque delivery. Studies suggest a 450 kg weight increase can boost tyre wear by roughly 20%, and manufacturers like Michelin confirm up to...
Government to Review Planned Fuel Duty Rise as Iran War Causes Price Surge at Pumps
The UK government will review its planned September removal of the fuel‑duty freeze after the Iran war drove crude oil prices to about $90 a barrel, pushing petrol up 6p and diesel up 12p in a week. Prime Minister Keir...
Nissan Gives X-Trail Rugged Makeover, Reduces Engine Options
Nissan has refreshed the 2026 X‑Trail, reintroducing the rugged N‑Trek trim with waterproof upholstery, new paint colours and subtle exterior tweaks. The 1.5‑litre mild‑hybrid engine is dropped, leaving only the ePower series‑hybrid system in two outputs – 201 hp front‑wheel drive...
Revealed: The Best Used Cars in Every Segment
British drivers changed hands 7.8 million used cars in 2025, a 2.2% increase year‑on‑year. Autocar evaluated models from budget hot hatches to premium luxury and electric cars, ranking the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 as the overall best used vehicle. The top‑ten list...
New MG 4X Crossover Brings Semi-Solid-State Batteries
MG unveiled the 4X, a chunkier crossover sibling to the MG 4 hatchback, featuring a refreshed design and a semi‑solid‑state battery pack. The 53.95 kWh battery is rated for a 317‑mile CLTC range, though real‑world figures may be lower. Measuring 4.4 m...
New £45,000 Jaecoo 8 Is Brand's Largest, Plushest Car Yet
Jaecoo has unveiled its flagship 8 SUV, a six‑ or seven‑seat plug‑in hybrid that will launch in the UK in May. The model arrives in two trims – Luxury at £45,500 and Executive at £47,500 – and is powered by...
New S9 PHEV Due in UK This Summer as MG's Biggest Car Yet
Chinese automaker MG will introduce the S9 plug‑in hybrid SUV in the UK this summer, marking the brand’s largest model for the market. The seven‑seat vehicle pairs a 1.5‑litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor to produce 201 bhp and...
Next Alpine A110 to Get ICE Variant Alongside Incoming EV
Alpine confirmed that the next‑generation A110 will debut later this year as an all‑electric sports car built on the new Alpine Performance Platform, a modular 800‑volt architecture shared with the Renault 5 Turbo 3E. The platform is also engineered to...
Chery Tiggo 4 Coming to UK as £20k Hybrid Crossover
Chinese automaker Chery has opened orders for the Tiggo 4, a compact hybrid crossover priced from £19,995, making it one of the cheapest full‑hybrid SUVs in the UK market. The model combines a 1.5‑litre petrol engine with a 1.83 kWh battery...
Dacia to Launch Four EVs by 2030 Including £16k Twingo Sibling and Sandero
Dacia announced a rollout of four new fully electric models by 2030, starting with a sub‑£16,000 city car derived from the Renault Twingo and an electric version of its flagship Sandero. The launch coincides with the hybrid‑powered Striker estate and...
Porsche Cayenne Electric S Packs 657bhp for £100k
Porsche has introduced a new Cayenne Electric S variant priced at £99,900, positioned between the standard model and the 1,140 bhp Turbo. The S delivers 536 bhp continuously and can overboost to 657 bhp, sprinting from 0‑62 mph in 3.8 seconds and reaching 155 mph. Its...