Cars

The study warns that Britain's net-zero transition is most threatened less by hidden upstream infrastructure deficits

Ad Feature 80 per cent of UK councils face EV charging bottlenecks

Our Fiat 600 Petrol La Prima has arrived for a three-month test, priced at £28,045 in rather fetching Sky Blue Bi-Colour

Fiat 600 Petrol Manual Long-term test: Report 1 , first impressions Gareth Butterfield

The Geely EX5 starts at £31,990, with generous equipment and plenty of room for the family

Geely EX5 review: A lavish electric family SUV at a keen price

The Lepas L8 starts at £34,900, offering a spacious plug-in hybrid SUV with a generous equipment list

Lepas L8 review: A luxury-packed family SUV with a tempting price

Kia EV2 review: a small electric SUV with big-car appeal

(Photo: ChargePlace Scotland)

Exclusive SNP-backed electric vehicle scheme sees decline in charging points

Plates4Less has launched a new guide to help motorists navigate the UK private number plate market

Ad Feature Plates4Less launches consumer guide

Scotland’s scenic roads offer unforgettable journeys, but choosing the right hire car is key to a comfortable trip.

Ad Feature SDVH's Scottish road trip checklist

The Hyundai Inster’s boxy shape and round lights give the small electric car plenty of character

Hyundai Inster review: a tiny EV with some seriously clever ideas

The price of an MOT has been fixed for 15 years - but the costs keep going up.

Does the cost of your MOT mean it’s time to park your old motor

FIAT launches colour-matching service

Lamtto's RC35 is a monster of a display - and it has some incredibly smart features

Lamtto RC35 review: huge 11-inch CarPlay screen upgrades older cars

The Santa Fe remains as striking to look at as it did when it first launched in the UK

Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV review: big, clever and surprisingly sensible

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

The 500 Hybrid is every bit as cute as the 500e, and the added appeal should make it a more familiar sight

Fiat 500 Hybrid review: petrol power brings this city car back to life

A study found 94 per cent of parents contributed financially to keeping their child or young adult on the road

Parents spend an additional £525 a year once their children drive

Yes, it's another Chinese car. And yes, it's great value for money. And, yes, you've already forgotten what it's called, haven't you?

Aion UT review: this £28,950 EV offers a lot for the money

The cost of running a car continues to rise

Ad Feature Drivers question whether car ownership is 'worth it'

Some drivers rule themselves out of car finance options based on assumptions about their credit score

Ad Feature Drivers wrongly assume they won't qualify for car finance

Halfords recruited Judi Love as their Wheel Life Worry Whisperer to keep Brits safe on the roads

A quarter of motorists are driving potentially dangerous cars

Why more bikes than cars on Edinburgh rush hour route for first time

Cycling is just one of several ways to embrace 'active travel' (Picture: Dan Kitwood)

Has Scotland passed major milestone on path to being a healthy nation? Scotsman comment

Volvo's XC40 is a common sight on UK roads - and justifiably so

Volvo XC40 review: An enduringly appealing premium SUV

Suzuki e Vitara review: A hugely likeable first EV from £26,249

Luxury cars are a dream for many motoring enthusiasts

Could your dream car be more affordable than you think?

5.096 million units were sold in six months

Ad Feature China's auto exports hit record high

The range will be unveiled to invited guests and media at Haynes Motor Museum

Ad Feature Van Haven to unveil new T7 showcase at Haynes Motor Museum

The CTEK RB3000 is a premium jump starter

CTEK RB3000 review: Is this premium jump starter worth it?

The £1.8 million prize package includes properties in Lancashire and Spain, two cars and £50,000

Win two homes, two cars and £50,000 in this 19p competition

The portable 1600W pressure washer is advertised with up to 135-bar pressure and costs £40.99

This £41 pressure washer could revive a grimy patio

Plates4Less have created a valuation guide for private number plates

Ad Feature Demand for private number plate valuations soars by more than 150%

Lamtto's new 11" car display has an HD screen and an Android operating system

Lamtto 11-inch display review

Ad Feature Historic British coachbuilder to produce new bespoke cars

The new office will increase Carplus’s operational capacity

Ad Feature Carplus opens new office as part of continued business growth

Classic cars can be a lifestyle choice, as well as a way of saving a few quid

Young drivers are choosing classic VW Beetles

One of Miofive's best-selling dashcams will plummet in price for 24 hours - and it's not the only crazy deal

£50 Miofive 4K dashcam falls to £9.99 - but for one day only

The new system will include 249 fixed inspection stations

Ad Feature Agreement signed for vehicle inspection programmes

Classic cars can be a lifestyle choice

Why more under-25s are choosing £5,000 classic cars over modern models

Ad Feature Changan named amongst top global auto brands

Sir Ian Wood with Atul Rastogi, Luxmi Tea Group.

Sir Ian Wood - the humble billionaire driven by hard work and heart

The NOCO Genius 10 is one of the most versatile smart chargers on the market

NOCO Genius 10 review: Worth buying?

One winner will take home a 710bhp Ferrari F8 Tributo, a Richard Mille RM029 watch and £100,000 in cash.

Win a Ferrari F8, Richard Mille watch, and £100,000 cash for 5p
The huge prize bundle includes a 710bhp Ferrari F8 Tributo, a luxury Richard Mille watch and six figures in cash, with one winner taking all three prizes.

Classic Volkswagen Beetles and campervans are attracting a new generation of younger drivers, with specialist insurance potentially costing less than cover for a newer car

Why young drivers could cut insurance costs by choosing a classic car

The 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS has 479bhp, a 194mph top speed and just 630 miles on the clock

Win a 2026 Porsche 911 GTS or take £125,000 cash with entries from 3p

Thankfully, checking a car's history isn't expensive

The used car checks worth making

Explainer How large is CalMac's fleet and what are the firm's main challenges?

Thankfully, checking a car's history isn't expensive

This cheap check could stop used car buyers making a costly mistake

This cheap check could save car buyers from expensive hidden problems

The 2023 BMW M3 Touring prize comes with £15,000 cash and a £65,000 cash alternative

BMW M3 Touring and £15,000 cash prize draw has entries from 3p

Choosing a used car can be an exciting time - but there are checks you need to make beyond just lifting the bonnet

The hidden used car problem a clean MOT will never reveal

The Aion V enters a market that's starting to fill up with strong choices - but it has an ace up its sleeve

Aion V review: the Chinese EV with an eight-year ace card

Younger drivers are saving themselves money on insurance by choosing older cars

Why under-25s are swapping modern cars for a £5,000 classic

The Pure Sync is brilliantly designed and works incredibly well, but it comes at a cost

Road Angel Pure Sync review: excellent alerts but costly subscription

The 2019 McLaren 600LT Spider prize is accompanied by £5,000 in cash, with a £100,000 cash alternative available

Win this McLaren 600LT Spider and £5,000 cash for just 5p

The Leapmotor B10 might not win any styling awards, but it offers plenty for the money

Leapmotor B10 review: a fully loaded electric SUV for £29,995

More and more people are buying electric cars.

Is it time to switch to an electric car?

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