Motoring Research
1 in 4 UK vans fail their first MOT test
The first-year MOT failure rate for Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) is more than twice the rate recorded for cars.
PalmerSport review: the ultimate, high-adrenaline driving day
We join PalmerSport for Britain’s most exciting track day, driving a McLaren Artura GT4 racer, a Formula 3000 single-seater and more.
Omoda and Jaecoo offer £600 ‘EV tax rebate’ in response to budget
The special offer from Omoda and Jaecoo will give drivers the equivalent of 20,000 free miles under the government's new pay-per-mile EV tax.
Men spend twice as much on speeding fines than women
A new survey shows that 21 percent of male drivers in the UK paid more than £1,000 in speeding fines during the past year.
What is a historic vehicle – and what are the benefits?
Cars defined as historic vehicles are usually exempt from MOT tests and road tax (VED). We explain the rules – and how you could benefit.
Vauxhall has designed a van to make the perfect cup of tea
The one-off Vauxhall Vivaro Electrici-TEA features a kettle, fridge, sugar dispenser and biscuit tin integrated into its load area.
Wider parking spaces are top of drivers’ demands
New research has found that the rise of SUVs means drivers struggle to fit their vehicle inside a standard parking bay
How to save fuel when driving your car
We took part in the WLTP Challenge, learning how to drive as efficiently as possible. Here are our tips to save fuel – and save money, too.
Time is running out to bid on James May’s Porsche 911
Currently being auctioned by Collecting Cars, the Porsche 911 Carrera S has been owned from new by 'Captain Slow'.
Gordon Murray S1 LM sold for $20.6 million at Las Vegas auction
A Gordon Murray Special Vehicles S1 LM has become the most expensive new car ever sold at auction, at the equivalent of £15.8 million.
New Nissan Leaf gets £3,750 price cut thanks to Electric Car Grant
The new British-built Nissan Leaf has been confirmed to qualify for the UK Government’s top-tier £3,750 Electric Car Grant.
Should you use a dehumidifier for your classic car this winter?
If you own a classic car, a dehumidifier can reduce the likelihood of rust and prevent mildew from forming inside it. Here's how to buy one.
Rally-inspired Fiat to be recreated as a Hot Wheels model
As the global winner of the Hot Wheels Legends Tour, this wild Fiat 126 will be immortalised as a 1:64-scale miniature to be sold in shops.
Meet the Rolls-Royce inspired by vintage video games
The Black Badge Ghost Gamer is the very first Bespoke Rolls-Royce to feature inspiration from retro video games
Millennials worried about EV chargers reducing their house prices
More than half of 25-34-year-olds now worry about how an unappealing home charger could devalue their property
Cayenne EV revealed: Porsche’s bestseller goes electric
The new 2026 Cayenne Electric is the most powerful production Porsche ever, with a total of 1,156hp in Turbo guise.
