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Editor: Paul Barker Deputy editor: Richard Ingram Chief reviewer: Alex Ingram Senior test editor: Dean Gibson Executive editor: Paul Adam Senior staff writer: Jordan Katsianis Senior news reporter: Alastair Crooks News reporter: Ellis Hyde Chief colu

THESE days, the lifecycle of a car is pretty well defined. The unveiling of a new product is preceded by years of development and testing, which often continues throughout a long and drawn-out launch phase. Then three to four years down the line come

[email protected] @thomaswjervis HM Treasury pushing for it Our poll shows support TWO IN FIVE Auto Express readers think road pricing could be the least-worst option for filling the UK Government’s forthcoming financial black hole as it’s rev

VAUXHALL is readying a subtle update for its Mokka SUV. As one of the first models to adopt the brand’s distinctive ‘Vizor’ face, exterior changes are likely to be subtle. Expect bigger things inside, with new colour and trim options plus tech update

[email protected] @AllieCrooks UK pricing has been confirmed for the new Vauxhall Frontera, with both the pure-electric and hybrid-powered models starting from £23,495. This represents the first time that price parity has been achieved be

ALMOST SEVEN in ten (68 per cent) of motorists will move out of a closing lane as soon as they see a ‘merge in turn’ sign, instead of staying in their lane until the merging point, as the Highway Code advises. A survey by dealer network Dick Lovett f

VOLVO has confirmed that a heavily revised version of its popular seven-seat XC90 will be revealed on 4 September. It will join the new all-electric EX90, and offer a substantial set of updates that will bring the hybrid-powered SUV right up to date.

THERE’S a new all-electric small SUV from Skoda joining the fray towards the end of this year and it’s due to be called the Elroq. We’ve already driven a prototype (Issue 1,838), and can now share the first image of its interior, which Skoda claims f

IN celebration of the outgoing Superb Estate – a favourite among both journalists and customers – Skoda has revealed a very special one-off. It’s called the Sleeper Edition, but the name doesn’t refer to in-cabin camping, rather the fact that its pow

[email protected] @AutoExpress FROM: Victor Maitland WELL done to Mazda, who still offers a rotary control for its infotainment not far removed from BMW’s original iDrive set-up. On the move, I far prefer using this to a touchscreen because it’s

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DIESEL engines do their best work on a long-distance cruise, and the Superb proves that with excellent motorway returns. Once into its stride and settled into eighth gear, we were seeing more than 60mpg; enough for a range of nearly 900 miles from th

EVEN in its previous iteration, the Superb was strong enough to see off the closest competition. With this new model sticking to the same formula while introducing a wider range of small but positive changes, it has managed to pull itself even furthe

THE numbers in the graph to the left are based on the cars we’re testing. As it stands, there’s a huge difference between them in terms of monthly PCP payments. This is because the C5 X is pricier to begin with and Skoda is offering a very competitiv

If you’re tempted by the Superb or C5 X, our experts will give you some more food for thought “THE phrase ‘All the car you’ll ever need’ is something of a cliche in our line of work, but it’s one that certainly applies to the Superb. There really are

BEFORE the Superb dominated this class, it was the Ford Mondeo’s territory. Space, ride, handling and value ticked all of the boxes that the Skoda does today, but there are still great used Mondeos to be had. We found a 2017 model for sale with fewer

DUE Spring 2025 PRICE £45,000 (est) WHILE the sun sets on combustion-engined family cars, there are plenty of EV alternatives flooding the market – and lower, more aerodynamic body styles are back in fashion. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is due to be replaced

OUR Vauxhall Corsa has been quietly impressing senior news reporter Alastair Crooks over the past months with its efficiency and practicality, but one of its most surprising attributes has been the ride quality. In Alastair’s hometown of Grantham, Li

[email protected] @rsp_ingram SEPTEMBER is a great month to buy a new car, as the industry jumps across from one registration plate to the next, and dealers aim to ride the wave of extra interest the fresh prefix brings with some very keen

Price: £19.99 (500ml) Contact: gchem.co.uk FLEDGLING car care producer GCHEM is claiming a world first for its debut product – a petrochemical-free car shampoo. Started by cousins Alex and Tom Gallagher, GCHEM aims to launch a range of innovative car

WITH driving test places so sought after, it can be tricky trying to find an appointment, so you might grab one without being able to check if your instructor’s car is available. If they already have a booking for that date, you will be faced with a

POPULAR auction site eBay has revealed the most expensive parts and accessories it’s sold this year. In top spot was a V10 from an Audi R8 at £16,567. Second and third places went to sets of Porsche carbon bucket seats, for a 911 GT3 and Cayman GT4,

Derek Warwick, David Tremayne (Evro Publishing, evropublishing.com) Price: £60 Rating: AN entertaining and interesting memoir. Anyone who followed Warwick’s career will find the racing section unputdownable, though there’s plenty more to digest. This

I’M one of the lucky ones privileged to attend hundreds of local, national and international motor shows across the UK, mainland Europe, Asia and The Americas. And I’ve never been to a bad one. These exhibitions can make or break car companies. And t

Even more great content with the best news, reviews and tests – plus a fresh look for 2024 and beyond. Our first verdict on Swedish brand’s seven-seat all-electric SUV flagship We have first details as wraps come off fresh-faced rival for BMW X3 Sibl