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Peugeot 408 (2026 - ) review
Peugeot gives the 408 a facelift, but are the changes more than skin deep?

Kia EV9 GT (2025 – ) review
Ideal for families in a hurry, the EV9 GT adds a dose of attitude and extra pace into Kia’s impressive seven-seat electric SUV

Honda Super-N (2026 – ) review
Small but perfectly formed, the Super N is Honda’s super cute – and super affordable – city-friendly EV

Alpine A390 GTS (2026 - ) review
Alpine enhances its A390 GT to create the super-swift GTS version

Leapmotor B05 (2026 - ) review
The Leapmotor B05 is a rear-wheel-drive electric hatchback, but is it worthy of your attention?

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Living with a… Leapmotor B10
Chinese cars are taking the UK market by storm so we thought we’d better try living with one – say hello to our Leapmotor B10!

Living with a… Vauxhall Grandland Electric (Month 5)
Vauxhall looks to be playing to its family-friendly strengths with this new Grandland, something we’re looking to test over the next few months

Living with a… Toyota Urban Cruiser (Month 5)
Compact electric crossovers are all the rage, so we’re living with an Urban Cruiser to find out if it can hold its own

Living with a… Lexus RZ300e (Month 3)
Lexus is known for its impressive hybrids – can it do electric cars as well? Time to try living with one to find out!

Living with a… Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer (Month 4)
Could living with this spacious electric estate banish range anxiety once and for all?

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Tax your car online or at the Post Office (2026 update)
Find out how to tax your car online and in-person to be able to legally drive your car in the UK.

Vehicle excise duty: Car tax rates from 1 April 2026 onwards
Find out how VED tax bands work and how much tax you’ll pay for a new or used car in 2026.

How to renew car tax (vehicle excise duty)
You have to renew car tax every year to keep driving your car legally in the UK. Here we delve into different ways to do so.

MOT certificate: How to check it online
MOT certificate is an important document to legally drive in the UK. Find out how to access your certificate and download it for taxing your car.

What paperwork do I need to buy a car in the UK? (2026 update)
There's very little paperwork needed to buy a used car. Everything you do need is included in our checklist of all the documents you need to buy a car.

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Video | New Audi Q7 first look
Alex Legouix takes a tour Audi’s new diesel-powered luxury SUV

Skoda is hoping to pique your interest with its new all-electric seven-seater, the Peaq
The Peaq will be Skoda’s largest electric car majoring on space and comfort

Video | The new AMG GLC 53 is faster than Mercedes claims!
The Mercedes-AMG GLC 53 spent two hours with Rory Reid and showed its metal on the open road

Video | 500-mile EV range challenge!
Have the latest generation of electric cars banished range anxiety for good? Rory and Alex take a long drive to find out!

Video | Meet the most powerful AMG ever!
The all-electric AMG GT 4-Door Coupé combines F1 tech, the soul of petrol V8s and over 1,000 horsepower – join Rory to find out more about it!

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Best small cars: top compact cars to buy in 2026
From new drivers to families or empty nesters, there’s a small car to suit all tastes – here are the best as picked by our experts

Best JDM cars 2026
Inspired by videogames and movies there’s a whole scene for ‘Japanese Domestic Market’ or JDM cars – here’s what it’s all about!

The best cars for commuting and daily driving
Are you looking for a new car to get you to work? Here are the best cars to commute in

Best compact cars for everyday city driving 2026
Take a look at our favourite compact city cars for 2026

Best Family Cars 2026
Here are the best family cars of all shapes and sizes

The Best of the best
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Video | Are cars getting too heavy?
Rory looks at why modern cars are piling on the pounds, and whether there’s any alternative

Who is the registered keeper vs the owner of a car?
The legal owner is the one who buys the car while the registered keeper looks after the car. The legal owner and the registered keeper of a car can be different people – read our guide to find out how.

How to drive in snow safely
Read our advice on how to drive in snow and icy conditions, and tackle snow-covered roads like a pro.

Can I sell a car on someone else's behalf?
Yes, you can sell someone else's car with the right permissions. Keep reading to find out how.

How to sell a classic car?
Ready to sell your classic car? Value your car for free, then sell privately, though part exchange or directly to a dealer on Autotrader.

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The colour of money with Bentley
We delve into the world of car colours with queen of them all: Bentley

Try, Buy, Dream – June 2026
This month’s selection of vehicles to try out, buy or simply dream about

Toyota is turning old cars into new ones – we visited the factory to find out more
A behind the scenes look at the manufacturing and recycling facilities in Toyota’s Circular Factory

Skoda’s Superb 25 years!
The Superb changed the way we look at Skoda – join us for a drive back in history to find out why

Think you're ready for a Bank Holiday drive?
Bank Holidays roads are the busiest of the year, and no matter how much prep we do - there's always something we've forgotten. Here are all the pitfalls and problems you may have missed, and how to fix them before you set off.








