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Electric car sales targets have handcuffed the UK car industry; time to axe the ZEV mandate in 2025

Electric car sales targets have handcuffed the UK car industry; time to axe the ZEV mandate in 2025
Ellis Hyde explains why he believes the ZEV mandate could actually be doing more harm than good
The UK needs a plan to save the pick-up truck in 2025 because we’ll miss it when it’s gone

The UK needs a plan to save the pick-up truck in 2025 because we’ll miss it when it’s gone
Dean Gibson voices his concerns about the uncertain future of pick-up trucks in the UK
We all hate repeats on TV but a re-run of the 2024 F1 season in 2025 would be fantastic, for us and Netflix

We all hate repeats on TV but a re-run of the 2024 F1 season in 2025 would be fantastic, for us and Netflix
Tom Jervis thinks we'd all benefit from a trip down F1 memory lane
Today’s car market is absolute chaos, and that spells opportunity for the clever buyer

Today’s car market is absolute chaos, and that spells opportunity for the clever buyer
Head of digital content Steve Walker reckons canny buyers should be taking advantage of the tempting finance offers and price cuts available on new ca…
Petrolheads and EV enthusiasts really need to stop fighting in 2025, we all love cars

Petrolheads and EV enthusiasts really need to stop fighting in 2025, we all love cars
Is the petrol vs electric debate becoming a bit too heated? Shane Wilkinson believes that it's time for everyone to take a deep breath...
2025 could be the year pay-per-mile road tax finally arrives

2025 could be the year pay-per-mile road tax finally arrives
With the switch to EVs taking chunks out of fuel duty, editor Paul Barker thinks the Government will soon have to decide what comes next
Driver whose towbar voided his insurance wins payout

Driver whose towbar voided his insurance wins payout
Allianz tells Auto Express it was ‘right in principle’, but has agreed to cover the claim in full
Suicidally, Jaguar is opening the door for Tesla and BYD to pick off the best of its dealerships

Suicidally, Jaguar is opening the door for Tesla and BYD to pick off the best of its dealerships
Mike Rutherford thinks it's been a difficult few months for the British car industry
Citroen C4 and e-C4 get 2025 facelifts and a major price cut of £5,600

Citroen C4 and e-C4 get 2025 facelifts and a major price cut of £5,600
The C4, e-C4 and C4 X have been given a comprehensive makeover in line with Citroen’s new design language
What car should you buy? The answer is generally whichever Skoda best suits your needs

What car should you buy? The answer is generally whichever Skoda best suits your needs
Paul Barker explains the perils facing any petrolhead this Xmas. Do your friends and family want advice – or your approval?
Great car deals could be coming as manufacturers try to beat ZEV Mandate targets

Great car deals could be coming as manufacturers try to beat ZEV Mandate targets
Editor Paul Barker thinks car manufacturers would rather lose money on models that count towards the ZEV Mandate quota than pay the fines
Warning: your towbar could invalidate your car insurance

Warning: your towbar could invalidate your car insurance
Drivers could be in hot water if they don’t declare if a towbar is fitted when buying car insurance
I wonder if there are enough buyers for £100k+ luxury Jaguar EVs

I wonder if there are enough buyers for £100k+ luxury Jaguar EVs
Mike Rutherford gives his view on Jaguar's controversial rebrand
Jaguar has to change, otherwise it will follow MG Rover on a route to a slow and painful demise

Jaguar has to change, otherwise it will follow MG Rover on a route to a slow and painful demise
Editor Paul Barker explores the reasons why Jaguar is reinventing itself as a luxury all-electric brand
We need more extreme weather mobile phone alerts to save lives on UK roads

We need more extreme weather mobile phone alerts to save lives on UK roads
After being caught in the Spanish floods, Mike Rutherford thinks the UK could benefit from regular extreme weather mobile phone alerts
A test drive is vital before making any new or used car purchase

A test drive is vital before making any new or used car purchase
Senior news reporter Alastair Crooks gives his expert advice on how to make the most of a 30-minute test drive in any potential new purchase
New cars that plummet in value can make brilliant used buys

New cars that plummet in value can make brilliant used buys
Editor Paul Barker takes a closer look at our 2024 Used Car Awards
Dacia Duster vs MG ZS: which is the best budget hybrid SUV?

Dacia Duster vs MG ZS: which is the best budget hybrid SUV?
The new Dacia Duster and MG ZS are the UK’s cheapest small SUVs. Which makes more sense in hybrid form?
When is an Audi not an Audi? When it's an AUDI!

When is an Audi not an Audi? When it's an AUDI!
Editor Paul Barker tries to get his head around why Audi’s joint venture with SAIC has been called AUDI
Tesla boss Elon Musk is wrong to think a £25k electric car is pointless

Tesla boss Elon Musk is wrong to think a £25k electric car is pointless
Mike Rutherford wonders why it’s just so expensive to buy and run a car in 2024
Ford Fiesta vs SEAT Ibiza: a used budget supermini dance-off

Ford Fiesta vs SEAT Ibiza: a used budget supermini dance-off
Which is the better used supermini, an entry-level Ford Fiesta or a SEAT Ibiza?
Want a fun and low cost commute? Get a classic car!

Want a fun and low cost commute? Get a classic car!
Content editor George Armitage believes a classic car can make a fine commuter
Audi Q6 e-tron vs Polestar 3: sparks fly in this premium electric SUV skirmish

Audi Q6 e-tron vs Polestar 3: sparks fly in this premium electric SUV skirmish
Both of these electric SUVS have a feel-good factor, but which is best?
Will politicians never learn? Subsidised trains are for the few, while unsubsidised cars are for the many

Will politicians never learn? Subsidised trains are for the few, while unsubsidised cars are for the many
Mike Rutherford wonders why those in control of the UK continue to punish the motorist
The fate of Audi, BMW, Jaguar and Mercedes could be decided in the design studio

The fate of Audi, BMW, Jaguar and Mercedes could be decided in the design studio
Senior staff writer Jordan Katsianis wonders if the latest major shake up in the car design world is a course correction for legacy brands
Best car headlight bulbs 2024

Best car headlight bulbs 2024
Which car headlight bulbs will brighten your night?
A fuel duty freeze doesn’t distract from a Budget that ultimately hits motorists’ pockets

A fuel duty freeze doesn’t distract from a Budget that ultimately hits motorists’ pockets
While the Budget won’t hit motorists at the pumps, editor Paul Barker thinks there are many other ways car drivers will suffer financially
Used sports cars and hot hatches can bring huge fun at bargain prices

Used sports cars and hot hatches can bring huge fun at bargain prices
Consumer report Tom Jervis gives his expert insight on why you won’t miss out on driving thrills by choosing a car just a little bit older
Lexus RZ vs Volvo EX40: Tesla Model Y rivals go head-to-head in electric SUV battle

Lexus RZ vs Volvo EX40: Tesla Model Y rivals go head-to-head in electric SUV battle
Premium compact electric SUVs are a break from the norm in the class
The electric car charging network continues to discriminate against disabled people

The electric car charging network continues to discriminate against disabled people
Consumer editor Chris Rosamond thinks the UK’s charging network is still failing to provide for those who struggle to use it
Viva la Renaulution! Out-going Renault UK boss reveals brand's future plan

Viva la Renaulution! Out-going Renault UK boss reveals brand's future plan
Out-going UK boss discusses laying the foundations for Renaulution
Renault boss Luca de Meo is the perfect candidate to take over the helm at Stellantis

Renault boss Luca de Meo is the perfect candidate to take over the helm at Stellantis
Mike Rutherford thinks Luca de Meo could do for Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Abarth, Lancia and Vauxhall what he’s already done with remarkable success…
Recognise EV chargers as critical infrastructure to stop cable thefts, says charging CEO

Recognise EV chargers as critical infrastructure to stop cable thefts, says charging CEO
Electric car charger operators have resorted to employing private security patrols after crooks cut cables to sell copper for scrap
Great car advert wording is the secret to a successful sale

Great car advert wording is the secret to a successful sale
Even if you are “one careful lady owner”, our senior content editor recommends not resorting to meaningless words when you’re putting together a class…
Toyota Prius vs Mazda MX-30: a Japanese hybrid car clash

Toyota Prius vs Mazda MX-30: a Japanese hybrid car clash
The new Toyota Prius is a PHEV, while Mazda’s MX-30 R-EV is a rotary-engined range extender. Which takes charge here?
Best all-season tyres

Best all-season tyres
We compare seven tyres to reveal the UK’s best year-round option