MG’s upmarket expansion continues with the first models from its IM sub-brand The 2024 launch of the stunning MG Cyberster EV two-seater was a statement of intent from the Chinese-owned car company. MG’s growing range of value-for-money hybrid and electric hatchbacks and SUVs is selling well, but now it has …

The acclaimed Renault 5 E-Tech electric has triumphed at the prestigious UK Car of the Year Awards, dominating the final round of voting. In total, 20 of the 33-strong judging panel (including me!) voted for the retro-cool EV, which also won the Small Car category. The victory marks Renault’s first …

The successful MG4 EV gets a new sibling – the even more affordable and spacious MG4 EV Urban Since its launch in 2022, the MG4 EV hatchback has been a huge success with nearly 50,000 sold, accounting for about half of MG’s UK electric car sales. Its combination of value …

We road test BYD’s ninth new model in three years – the Sealion 5 DM-I plug-in hybrid The global rise of Chinese tech and automotive firm BYD has been nothing short of meteoric. In just a few years, BYD has become the world’s biggest seller of EVs and plug-in hybrids. …

We get behind the wheel of the new hybrid version of Toyota’s dinky Aygo X supermini When the original Toyota Aygo X was launched in 2022, it made a big impact, because the previously popular Aygo city car had been transformed into a funky, affordably-priced, urban crossover. At the time, …

A quarter of motorists have fallen victim to vehicle crime such as theft or vandalism in the past year, according to new RAC research. Those who live in towns and city centres are much more likely to have been targeted, with 45% of drivers in these areas experiencing vehicle crime, …

One of the eight newcomers below will be crowned winner of the prestigious UK Car of the Year title on February 26. The list highlights the growing popularity of electric vehicles as well as a continuing interest in practicality and interior space. Audi leads the way with two category wins. …

We get behind the wheel of the latest addition to Kia’s fast-growing electric line-up It might be a little late to the party, but this mid-sized family EV is hugely important to Kia because it’s the electric version of the brand’s best-seller – the petrol-powered Sportage SUV. About the same …

The rise of Kia since it entered the UK market in 1991 is remarkable. That year, the South Korean newcomer sold just 1,786 cars. Fast forward to 2025 and registrations had grown to a record-breaking 113,436 vehicles, making Kia the fourth best-selling brand in the UK with a 5.6% market …

Kia has unveiled the EV2 at the Brussels Motor Show – the most compact electric vehicle from the brand yet. The entry-level hatchback will be available with two battery options (42.2kWh and 61.0kWh) which are expected to deliver ranges of up to 197 and 278 miles. Inside, a new sliding …