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Dacia Duster

Dacia Duster redesigned for 2024 launch with rugged look and first use of hybrid power

Published 29 November 2023
By Dave Humphreys
Once the UK’s most affordable SUV, the new Dacia Duster gets a chunky off-road look and will come as a hybrid for the first time.
Volkswagen ID.7

Volkswagen ID.7 review

We’ve had to wait for Volkswagen’s first big electric car that’s not an SUV, but the ID.7 is finally here, and Dave Humphreys has driven it...
Published 17 November 2023
Range Rover Evoque

Updated Range Rover Evoque review

Subtle tweaks here and there keep the Range Rover Evoque fresh, while the PHEV model gets a longer range.
Published 14 November 2023
Mazda MX-30 R-EV

Mazda MX-30 R-EV reviewed

Has Mazda made its quirky MX-30 EV more appealing with the addition of a rotary range-extending engine? Dave Humphreys takes it for a spin...
Published 18 October 2023
BYD Seal

BYD Seal Chinese electric saloon reviewed

The BYD Seal is the latest model to join the Chinese brand’s expanding line-up, and it comes in two versions.
Published 13 September 2023
Honda e:Ny1

Honda e:Ny1 reviewed

Honda is rolling out an all-new range of SUVs including the pure-electric e:NY1.
Published 31 July 2023

2023 Mercedes E-Class review

The sixth-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class has arrived, bringing more tech than ever to entertain its occupants while adding more luxury.
Published 24 July 2023
2024 Skoda Superb Estate in camouflage

Skoda Superb prototype review

Skoda will renew its flagship Superb saloon and estate models later this year following a co-development programme with the Volkswagen Passat.
Published 21 July 2023
2024 Skoda Kodiaq in camouflage

Skoda Kodiaq prototype review

As the second generation of the Skoda Kodiaq reaches its final stages of development, Dave Humphreys takes the wheel.
Published 11 July 2023
Vauxhall Astra Electric

Vauxhall Astra Electric reviewed

You can now get a Vauxhall Astra in pure electric form. Dave Humphreys tests how it stacks up against the competition.
Published 28 June 2023
Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin

Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge Review

Volvo is introducing a subtle update for its XC40 Recharge Twin SUV, mimicking how tech companies operate.
Published 16 May 2023
Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv D

Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv D review

Mazda is betting on combustion engines hanging around. Dave Humphreys drives the diesel Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv D.
Published 28 April 2023
Dacia Jogger Hybrid

Dacia Jogger Hybrid 140 review

The Dacia Jogger Hybrid 140 has seven seats, ingenious storage solutions and no plug. Dave Humphreys drives it.
Published 23 February 2023