Motoring Research
The cost of leasing a new car fell again in 2025
Leasing a car became more affordable in 2025, with the Nissan Qashqai topping the list as the most enquired-about new vehicle.
Rapid charging your EV regularly can double battery degradation
Electric car batteries degrade more slowly than many think – but new data shows regular rapid charging can double the rate of decline.
US hypercar firm Czinger opens new UK engineering base
Czinger has opened a facility at the MIRA Tech Park in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, where it will develop the 21C hypercar alongside new models.
Motability says cheaper ‘slow’ charging is vital to boost EV uptake
A lack of lower-priced ‘slow’ chargers is pushing up costs for EV drivers, despite over half saying price is a key factor in charger choice.
Hot Wheels Brick Shop adds Honda legends to self-build model range
The new Brick Shop kits are based on the classic Honda Civic EF and S2000 sports car. Both are supplied with a die-cast Hot Wheels model.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 orders open, priced from £47,995
Celebrating 50 years of the iconic hot hatchback, the most powerful Volkswagen Golf GTI ever is now available to order.
Grey is the UK’s favourite new car colour – but green is on the up
Grey was Britain's most popular new car colour for the eighth year running in 2025. But green has grown to its highest volume in two decades.
BYD boosts EV battery warranty to 155,000 miles
Owners of BYD cars will get an extended eight-year EV battery warranty, now valid for 155,000 miles – and existing owners can benefit, too.
The Kia K4 Sportswagon is here to save the estate car
With petrol power, and even a manual gearbox option, the new 2026 Kia K4 Sportswagon is a practical and stylish estate car.
Home charge your EV for the equivalent of 350 miles per gallon
Even with an increasing Standard Variable Tariff for electricity, charging an EV can still be much cheaper than refuelling a petrol car.
Jensen is back with new Interceptor-inspired V8 luxury GT
Banbury-based JIA already restores and upgrades the classic Jensen Interceptor. Now the company is creating a new bespoke V8 GT car.
New electric Volvo EX60 exceeds 500 miles on a single charge
Due to be revealed in full later this month, the new Volvo EX60 SUV could travel from Paris to Amsterdam without needing to stop and recharge.
Kia PV5 and Ford Ranger named van and pickup of the year
The new Kia PV5 has scooped a major award from Van Reviewer, alongside the best-selling Ford Ranger PHEV plug-in hybrid pickup.
Alfa Romeo reveals limited edition Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa
Announced at the Brussels Motor Show, just 10 examples of the wild-looking Giulia Quadrifoglio Luna Rossa will be made.
Stylish Mazda CX-6e electric SUV revealed ahead of UK launch
Due on sale in the UK later in 2026, the electric CX-6e family SUV is the latest addition to Mazda’s growing EV range.
Ask the experts: 10 things every learner driver needs to know
Learner driver? Read our 10 easy-to-follow tips to pass your theory and practical tests, and to stay safe on the road afterwards.