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Audi RS E-Tron GT Saloon (2021 - ) review
Read our expert review of Audi’s super-stylish E-Tron GT, the four-door GT launching the firm’s electric sub-brand to a whole new level
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Electric vehicle terms explained
Considering an electric car? We explain all the electric acronyms and jargon in one place, so you can start shopping in confidence.
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Alternative fuel types explained
Outside of petrol and diesel, what are your options? We look at the different types of hybrid and electric car available, and reveal which will be available
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Why the fuss over the Hyundai Ioniq 5?
Everyone is revealing all-electric SUVs at the moment – we look at why Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 is causing a particular stir
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Best EV finance deals
We’ve been combing Auto Trader for the best monthly finance deals on the hottest electric cars out there – here are the latest picks!
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Living with a… Honda E (Month 4)
It's the coolest new electric car on the block but what's the Honda E like to live with?
Long-term review
Living with a… Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid (Months 3&4)
The Volvo XC90 is Auto Trader readers' favourite seven-seat car - we've got one on long-term test to see if it lives up to the hype
Long-term review
Leasing an electric car
Electric car leases are a great way to get to know the new technology set to dominate our roads from 2030. Interested? Here’s your starter guide to leasing
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Living with a… Renault Clio E-Tech Hybrid (Month 1)
Does hybrid power really make sense in a small supermini? We’ve got six months with Renault’s new Clio E-Tech Hybrid to find out
Long-term review
Coming soon: Audi E-Tron GT Quattro and RS E-Tron
Audi’s sleek new high-performance EV is formally unveiled with up to 646 horsepower, 302-mile range and a distinctively stylish and muscular look
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Vauxhall Mokka-e SUV (2020 - ) review
The all-electric version of the new Vauxhall Mokka is a stylish and appealing entry to the EV market and goes up against rivals like the Peugeot e-2008,
Expert review
Synthetic fuels explained: how e-fuels could save the V8
In our latest explainer video, Rory Reid looks at how synthetic fuels could keep petrol and diesel cars on the road after 2030
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Why the cheapest Taycan might also be the best
New rear-wheel drive Taycan is the most affordable version of Porsche’s stellar electric car – having driven it we think it might be the one to go for
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Coming soon: Mercedes-Benz EQA
Electrified adaptation of the GLA compact SUV leads the charge for a new generation of Mercedes EVs
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Best upcoming hybrid cars 2021
For those not ready to go full electric plug-in hybrids offer the ideal halfway house with short-range zero emissions driving and no range anxiety – here
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Best Upcoming Electric Cars 2021
Why this year could be the moment to go electric and the cars you should have on your shopping list for the big switch
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Living with a… Toyota Corolla Touring Sports TREK (Final report)
Six months and 7,000 miles later is the Corolla Touring Sports TREK good enough to overturn some long-held hybrid prejudices?
Long-term review
2021 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus: Video Review
Rory tests the 2021 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus and asks if it really can improve on the already brilliant Model 3
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Coming soon: Citroën Ami
We try Citroën's affordable, funky looking electric 'quadricycle' and ask could it work over here
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UK’s first ‘Electric Forecourt’ opens in Essex
First of 100 all-electric ‘filling’ stations goes live with café, shop and a comfy lounge to relax in as your EV charges outside
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