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Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs
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Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs

Huge restructuring also sees VW slash domestic capacity by 750,000 cars
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23 Dec 2024
Slowest cars on sale now
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Slowest cars on sale now

Sometimes it’s good to sit back and enjoy the journey, and the cars on our list of the slowest-accelerating new models give you plenty of time for tha…
Best cars & vans
18 Dec 2024
Best hybrid cars on sale 2025
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Best hybrid cars on sale 2025

With more hybrid cars on the market than ever before, these are the best ones to buy
Best cars & vans
17 Dec 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Mazda 2 gives cheap thrills and a sporty drive for £181 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Mazda 2 gives cheap thrills and a sporty drive for £181 a month

Mazda’s smallest model is a cracking choice if you want a cheap hatchback. It’s our Deal of the Day for 16 December
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16 Dec 2024
Best family cars to buy 2025
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Best family cars to buy 2025

Family cars come in a variety of shapes, from hatchback to SUV. But which is best for you? Find out with our top 10 family cars on sale now.
Best cars & vans
16 Dec 2024
Car Deal of the Day: a high-class Volkswagen ID.3 at an appealingly low price
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Car Deal of the Day: a high-class Volkswagen ID.3 at an appealingly low price

The Volkswagen ID.3 stands out as one of the finest family EVs you could hope for. It’s our Deal of the Day for 14 December
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14 Dec 2024
Car Deal of the Day: new MG4 long-range EV for a ridiculously low price
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Car Deal of the Day: new MG4 long-range EV for a ridiculously low price

The MG4 is one of our favourite EVs on account of its sheer value for money. It’s our Deal of the Day for 11 December
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11 Dec 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Citroen C3 is cheap and cheerful at just £217.22 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Citroen C3 is cheap and cheerful at just £217.22 a month

Citroen C3 is a clever rethink of the type of small car Brits love to buy. It’s our Deal of the Day for 9 December
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9 Dec 2024
MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: budget supermini impresses in many areas
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MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: budget supermini impresses in many areas

First report: We welcome new full-hybrid supermini to the fleet, and it’s loads better than expected
Long-term tests
4 Dec 2024
Skoda Superb automatic hatchback long-term test: comfort and space make early impression
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Skoda Superb automatic hatchback long-term test: comfort and space make early impression

First report: our photographer gets his hands on his fourth Skoda and is already a fan, thanks to the Superb’s immense comfort and practicality
Long-term tests
4 Dec 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Cute Renault Clio is a Black Friday steal at £157 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Cute Renault Clio is a Black Friday steal at £157 a month

The Renault Clio is a cracking supermini – and even cheaper than you might think. It’s our Deal of the Day for 29 November
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29 Nov 2024
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Toyota Yaris receives a fresh round of updates for 2025
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Toyota Yaris receives a fresh round of updates for 2025

Cosmetic upgrades in store for Toyota’s big-selling supermini
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29 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Upmarket Audi A3 Sportback for £275 a month with this Black Friday offer
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Car Deal of the Day: Upmarket Audi A3 Sportback for £275 a month with this Black Friday offer

Posh and plush, the Audi A3 has long been a popular choice for Brits. It’s our Deal of the Day for 28 November
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28 Nov 2024
Volkswagen Golf alternatives: great options for family hatch buyers
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Volkswagen Golf alternatives: great options for family hatch buyers

The VW Golf is often thought of as the default family car, but there are plenty of other models to consider in this class
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28 Nov 2024
Vauxhall Astra Electric review
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Vauxhall Astra Electric review

All-electric Vauxhall Astra is stylish, well-equipped and now costs less to buy
In-depth reviews
27 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Suzuki Swift is a steal for £168 with this Black Friday deal
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Car Deal of the Day: Suzuki Swift is a steal for £168 with this Black Friday deal

Suzuki Swift is an excellent supermini – it’s fun to drive and cheap to run, and t’s our Deal of the Day for 26 November
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26 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: MINI Cooper E blends retro charm and electric power for only £214 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: MINI Cooper E blends retro charm and electric power for only £214 a month

Style and EV power needn’t cost the earth with the MINI Cooper E Classic – it’s our Deal of the Day for 21 November
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21 Nov 2024
Best used hatchbacks to buy now
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Best used hatchbacks to buy now

Hatchbacks offer great practicality, low running costs and comfort – these are the best used hatchbacks on the market
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21 Nov 2024
Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power
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Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power

Next generation of Stellantis small cars will feature hybrid and fully electric powertrains
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20 Nov 2024
Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options
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Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options

The popular Volkswagen Golf Black Edition and Match get new powertrain choices
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19 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Cupra Born proves EVs can be fun and cheap, at £202 per month
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Car Deal of the Day: Cupra Born proves EVs can be fun and cheap, at £202 per month

The Born remains a solid choice and is better value than ever before - it’s our Deal of the Day for 17 November
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17 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: Peugeot 208 is an upmarket supermini for £173 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Peugeot 208 is an upmarket supermini for £173 a month

The 208 remains a connoisseur’s choice in a tough field of superminis - making it our Deal of the Day for Saturday 9 November
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9 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: newly facelifted BMW 1 Series is a premium hatchback for £294 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: newly facelifted BMW 1 Series is a premium hatchback for £294 a month

The BMW 1 Series has been renewed with great handling and build quality – it’s our Deal of the Day for Friday 8 November
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8 Nov 2024
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Toyota Prius review
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Toyota Prius review

Sharp looks are matched by the best-ever driving experience to be found in a Prius
In-depth reviews
8 Nov 2024
New Smart #6 will be a VW Golf-sized electric hatchback
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New Smart #6 will be a VW Golf-sized electric hatchback

Smart's upcoming electric hatchback is set to bring the brand into the mainstream, and our exclusive image shows what it could look like
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6 Nov 2024
New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update
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New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update

Mid-spec all-wheel drive 123 xDrive, plus 520 and M550e Tourings join the range, adding new ICE-powered options
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30 Oct 2024
Tesla Model 2: Robotaxi takes entry-level model’s place
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Tesla Model 2: Robotaxi takes entry-level model’s place

Tesla has backtracked on the Model 2 with the fully-autonomous Robotaxi coming instead
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28 Oct 2024
Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio
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Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio

JBL has developed a powerful new sound system specifically for the Aygo X
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28 Oct 2024
Kia EV4 hatchback drops its camouflage and gets ready for the big reveal
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Kia EV4 hatchback drops its camouflage and gets ready for the big reveal

The EV4 will be Kia’s all-electric family-sized hatchback
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25 Oct 2024
New Volkswagen ID. Golf to take iconic name into EV era
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New Volkswagen ID. Golf to take iconic name into EV era

VW will merge old and new with its future line-up of ID-badged family cars, but petrol versions will be offered too
News
25 Oct 2024
Audi A2 e-tron restomod built to celebrate oddball hatchback’s 25th birthday
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Audi A2 e-tron restomod built to celebrate oddball hatchback’s 25th birthday

The Audi A2 e-tron is a one-off EV conversion built by the company’s young apprentices
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22 Oct 2024
BYD Dolphin review
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BYD Dolphin review

The BYD Dolphin doesn’t excel when it comes to driving thrills, but higher trim versions are brilliant value for money
In-depth reviews
21 Oct 2024
Used Skoda Octavia (Mk4, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: the ultimate second-hand family car
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Used Skoda Octavia (Mk4, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: the ultimate second-hand family car

A full used buyer’s guide on the Skoda Octavia covering the Octavia Mk4 that’s been on sale since 2020
Used car tests
18 Oct 2024
Car Deal of the Day: if you don’t totally love the Cupra Born after three months, get your money back!
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Car Deal of the Day: if you don’t totally love the Cupra Born after three months, get your money back!

Our Deal of the Day for 17 October lets you find out if you’re really ready to go electric
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17 Oct 2024
All-electric Skywell Q gives new meaning to the phrase ‘Q-car’
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All-electric Skywell Q gives new meaning to the phrase ‘Q-car’

The Q is the first Skywell to make its global debut in Europe
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16 Oct 2024