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The Honda CR-V is getting styling and technology updates for 2021
Honda has revealed details of the 2021 updates for its CR-V SUV, which will be available from the start of December.
How to drive when blue light vehicles want to pass
Letting emergency vehicles pass with the blues and twos blaring can be a nerve-wracking experience, even for experienced drivers.
The five best plug-in hybrid cars on sale in 2020
Electric vehicles are the future, but for many people, they don’t quite offer the solution for the present.
Comfort one of key considerations in new car purchase, survey finds
Comfort is one of the most important factors for drivers when buying a car, coming second only to price, a new survey has found.
Britishvolt showcases plan for new West Midlands headquarters
Electric vehicle battery firm Britishvolt has announced that its global headquarters will be situated at a new location in the West Midlands.
F3 racer uploads video of himself driving recklessly in traffic
A Formula 3 racer has caused outrage on social media after uploading a video of himself driving recklessly in traffic.
Councils urged to encourage shoppers back to the high street with free Christmas parking
Councils should offer free parking from the middle of December to encourage Christmas shoppers back to the high street.
Mercedes-Benz announces prices and specs for eVito
Mercedes-Benz has released more information about its new electric eVito.
Motorists submitting more than 35 dash cam videos to UK police each day
Drivers across the country submit more than 35 dash cam videos of potential traffic offences being committed to UK police forces each day.
The modifications that devalue cars the most
Fitting various modifications to your car could knock thousands of its value, new research shows.
New Volkswagen Golf Estate hits the road priced from £24,575
Volkswagen’s practical Golf Estate has gone on sale priced from £24,575.
Long-term report: Our Nissan Leaf proves EVs can be road trip companions
A quick thank you to my mum before I get stuck into this month’s report about the all-electric long-term Nissan Leaf we currently have on our fleet.
Half of shoppers would accept longer wait for ‘greener’ deliveries
Forty-nine per cent of online shoppers would be willing to wait longer for items if they knew the delivery was more environmentally conscious.
Lamborghini teams up with Ducati to build a supercar-inspired motorbike
Ducati and Lamborghini have collaborated on a limited-edition motorcycle inspired by the Sián supercar.
Click-and-collect proving a lifeline for dealers during second lockdown
Click and collect car buying services are proving a hit with buyers as retailers experience heightened demand for contactless services during the second lockdown period.
Car production falls again amid subdued demand in UK and overseas
The number of cars built in the UK fell by almost a fifth last month compared to a year ago, new figures reveal.
UK Drive: The Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 finds the sports car sweet spot
What is it? They say variety is the spice of life, and if that’s the case, Porsche’s 718 range is spicier than a vindaloo. That nomenclature refers to the Cayman and Boxster, Porsche’s ‘entry level’ sports car coupe and convertible.
Porsche Taycan breaks Guinness World Record for longest EV drift
A Porsche Taycan has broken the Guinness World Record for the longest drift by an electric vehicle after travelling 42.171 kilometres (26.2 miles) sideways.
Ferrari reveals track-only 488 GT Modificata
Ferrari’s new 488 GT Modificata has been showcased for the first time, bringing a high-performance version of the firm’s core supercar to the circuit.
More people used to idea of buying a car online than before, says Auto Trader study
People are more prepared than ever to complete their car buying process entirely online.
Driving tests could start at supermarkets to save money
Driving tests could start at supermarkets instead of test centres to save money and boost convenience, a Government agency has revealed.
Bugatti pays tribute to aviation icons with Chiron Sport “Les Légendes du Ciel”
Bugatti is honouring famous racing driver pilots from the last century with a limited-edition version of the Chiron.
Modern cars are so big they’re making parking a nightmare
Modern cars have increased in size so much that it is making parking difficult.
More than half of car buyers are against the 2030 petrol and diesel car ban
More than half of buyers don’t think new petrol and diesel cars should be banned in 2030, according to research.
Vauxhall Corsa gets price drops for 2021
Vauxhall has announced updates to the Corsa range that will see updated styling, new engines, more trim choices and lower prices.
No deal Brexit would strike £55bn blow to UK automotive industry by 2025, government warned
The government has been urged to strike a Brexit deal by Christmas that puts automotive at the heart of discussions – or risk striking a financial blow to one of the UK’s biggest industries.
Phone app promises car insurance cover ‘in less than 60 seconds’
A smartphone app is promising motorists car insurance within a minute of beginning the process.
Speeding increased during the first lockdown, government data confirms
A reduction in traffic levels during the first coronavirus lockdown saw a seven per cent increase in the number of drivers speeding, new government data shows.
Plug-in hybrid vehicles pollute more than claimed, say campaigners
‘Plug-in hybrids are fake electric cars, built for lab tests and tax breaks, not real driving’, according to a prominent zero-emission mobility campaign group.
Can I buy a car when lockdown ends?
Today, Boris Johnson has laid out the UK’s plan to contain Covid-19 after the second lockdown period in England comes to an end on December 2.
