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Neil Briscoe

Car makers to face massive fines for cheating emissions tests

European court calls for car fuel economy test to be replaced after studies find large over-estimations

Published 12 April 2024
By Neil Briscoe
The WLTP economy and emissions test, designed to be more accurate and real-world representative than its predecessor, is falling short.
Volvo EX30

Volvo EX30 EV reviewed: Small and powerful

The new EX30 is Volvo’s smallest model, and potentially its fastest too. Neil Briscoe tries it out for size.
Published 04 March 2024
Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 VW Tiguan review

The new Tiguan’s long-range plug-in hybrid might just be a better fit for many than a fully-electric model. Neil Briscoe tries it out for size.
Published 22 February 2024
Smart #3

Smart #3 EV reviewed

New #3 aims to be a stylish, roomy electric crossover, but does it still count as a Smart? Neil Briscoe investigates.
Published 30 November 2023
Ford Transit Custom

Ford Transit Custom reviewed

The Ford Transit Custom will soon go electric; Neil Briscoe tests the new diesel models out for size.
Published 11 October 2023