Opinion
It’s essential to keep an open mind about EV vs ICE
It’s essential to keep an open mind about EV vs ICE
Mike Rutherford believes that it's crucial to separate fact from fiction when it comes to motoring’s biggest debate
Unsure about electric cars? Don’t let others make up your mind
Unsure about electric cars? Don’t let others make up your mind
Darren Wilson explains why you should stick to the facts when it comes to EVs
2024 was a roller coaster of surprises, shifts and game-changing moments
2024 was a roller coaster of surprises, shifts and game-changing moments
Paul Barker takes a look back at the past 365 days
EV targets risk destroying the UK’s car industry for good
EV targets risk destroying the UK’s car industry for good
Robert Forrester, CEO of Vertu Motors PLC, says the government has spurned all requests for meetings on the big issues around the ZEV mandate
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
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
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
A used luxury car can be a bargain, if you’re brave enough
A used luxury car can be a bargain, if you’re brave enough
Content editor George Armitage believes that the used car market is filled with prestige bargains, just as long as you’re careful.
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
A £10k electric car with a 100-mile range would surely be a sales success
A £10k electric car with a 100-mile range would surely be a sales success
Mike Rutherford thinks there would be demand for an electric car with a modest 100-mile range if it only cost £10k
We can help make the car buying process easier for you
We can help make the car buying process easier for you
Executive editor Paul Adam explains why buying a car just became a whole lot easier
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
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
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
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
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
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…
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…
Whether it’s petrol, hybrid or an EV, the cars we’re buying are better than ever
Whether it’s petrol, hybrid or an EV, the cars we’re buying are better than ever
Deputy editor Richard Ingram thinks the current legislations on new cars are forcing manufacturers to produce vehicles that are better than ever
Don’t rule out Hyundai selling Kia or Genesis to Toyota
Don’t rule out Hyundai selling Kia or Genesis to Toyota
Mike Rutherford wonders whether Hyundai boss Euisun Chung is thinking of offloading some of its brands
Don’t shy away from high mileage used cars
Don’t shy away from high mileage used cars
Auto Express’s senior news reporter reminds used-car buyers that there’s much more to check on a potential purchase than its mileage
Car drivers shouldn’t have to fill the UK’s financial black hole
Car drivers shouldn’t have to fill the UK’s financial black hole
Editor Paul Barker explains why Auto Express has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the 2024 Autumn Budget
Keeping electric cars within the £20k–£30k price range is key to their future success
Keeping electric cars within the £20k–£30k price range is key to their future success
Mike Rutherford thinks competitive pricing is vital if EVs are going to become more popular in the coming years
New car warranties are now benefitting used car buyers
New car warranties are now benefitting used car buyers
Auto Express's content editor gives his expert insight on why third-party warranties don't always make the best of sense
Honda’s 0 Series electric car strategy is both refreshing and risky
Honda’s 0 Series electric car strategy is both refreshing and risky
Without any class-leading stats, senior news reporter Alastair Crooks wonders if build quality, tech and driving dynamics will be enough to make Honda…
Charge your EV to 80 per cent and crack on with your journey – it’s cheaper and faster
Charge your EV to 80 per cent and crack on with your journey – it’s cheaper and faster
Editor Paul Barker doesn't think it makes much sense to keep your electric car plugged in all the way to 100 per cent on a public charging point
Cutting-edge Hyundai-Samsung cars will soon be in the UK
Cutting-edge Hyundai-Samsung cars will soon be in the UK
Mike Rutherford thinks the new partnership between South Korean giants Hyundai and Samsung is a match made in automotive heaven
The VW Polo Harlequin has become a sought-after icon, but not all special editions are winners
The VW Polo Harlequin has become a sought-after icon, but not all special editions are winners
Senior news reporter Alastair Crooks ponders the hit-or-miss practice of special editions and limited-run cars that brands love to produce