The AA left us cowering on the hard shoulder of the M1 for six hours

The AA left us cowering on the hard shoulder


David Mills and his wife suffered a tyre blowout on the M1. That was just the start of their ordeal.

Best used EVs for under £17,000


There are used EVs for sale that will suit almost every budget, as our rundown of the best sub-£17k models reveals.
ULEZ proposed expansion

ULEZ expansion approved by High Court


The High Court has ruled that the expanded ULEZ can go ahead, coming into effect from August 29.
Polestar O2 concept previews 2023 Polestar 6

Car makers' electric vehicle plans (updated)


Fancy going all-electric with your next new car? Here are all of the current and upcoming pure-electric models you'll be able to buy.
Volvo XC40 Recharge battery pack

What are EV batteries made of?


It’s more important than ever that we know what electric car batteries are made of, and the costs of mining and manufacturing those materials...
UK has reached “peak petrol”, says research

Charging times explained


Do electric cars take long to charge? We take a look at it.
New BMW 128ti quicker, more affordable than Golf GTI

Best hot hatchbacks of 2023


In a world full of SUVs, it's good to know that the hot hatchback is still going strong. We pick six of the best for 2023.
Sunday Times Driving Letters - Jeremy Clarkson VW Arteon review

Best executive cars to buy


Executive cars need to deliver comfort and tech that's the talk of the company car park.
The Volkswagen Tiguan

Best mid-sized family cars to buy in 2023


New family cars come in many shapes and sizes. Here are 11 of our favourites.
Land Rover Defender off-road

Five best off-road cars to buy in 2023


If you're heading for the hills, then these five cars are going to get you well off the beaten track.
Top tips for driving on snow and ice

How to drive on snow and ice


As a nation with famously unpredictable weather, Brits have to get used to the idea of suddenly finding themselves driving through snow.
2019 Peugeot 208 and e-208: prices, details, electric range and on sale date

Is now the time to buy an electric car?


There's a lot of suspicion around pure-electric vehicles (EVs) but they’re suitable for a lot more of us than you might think.