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Tough year for Auto but new models and Industrial Strategy can deliver growth

Vehicle production down -15.5% in 2025 as 764,715 cars and commercial vehicles leave factories. Car output falls -8.0% while CV volumes decline -62.3% as industry restructures amid cyber incident and…

An icon turns 50: spotlight on the Golf GTI at the Bremen Classic Motorshow

A look back at the first generation: In 1976, the first Golf GTI turned the sports car world upside down Production hero meets rally toughness: Volkswagen Classic is presenting two…

Time to get even more from the MG4 EV

Introducing the all-new MG4 EV Urban An affordable, practical family electric car with class-leading space The award-winning and popular MG4 EV is stronger than ever Improved technology, quality, driving engagement…

SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH FORECASTS RISE FOR FIRST TIME SINCE JULY 2024

New data from Novuna Business Finance reveals the first green shoots of a potentially new upward trend in small business growth forecasts. Following a worrying 18-month period since mid-2024, when…

Latest Renault offers enable customers to drive a great deal on the car that suits them best

Renault unveils strong PCP finance offers across its petrol, hybrid and electric models New MY27 Renault Clio, including the new ‘generation’ trim, available for just £199 per month(1), with 7.4%…

Volkswagen Group China starts production of its first locally developed zonal electronic architecture

Volkswagen Group China started on-schedule production of the first vehicle built on its China Electronic Architecture (CEA), the Group’s first zonal electronic architecture. Developed, tested and produced entirely in China,…

New imagery reveals top TALOS XXT customisation requests

‘Full carbon’ and ‘Verde Jewel’ imagery highlight the TALOS XXT as a truly unique creation The TALOS XXT is fully customisable to provide owners with a vehicle that is perfectly…

Uncompromising AMG begins cold-weather testing in Sweden

Second model of the exclusive Mercedes‑Benz Mythos series enters testing Cold-weather tests in Sweden highlight the extreme character of the yet-to-be-unveiled AMG model Based on the popular CLE series and…

CUPRA joins Volkswagen Group’s Europe-wide initiative for greater road safety

CUPRA’s all-electric line-up, including Tavascan, Born and Raval in the future, is participating in a Volkswagen Group initiative to use vehicle and traffic information to optimise driver assistance systems and…

‘Polar Preet’ gears up to make history as the first woman to reach the North Pole solo and unsupported

Harpreet “Polar Preet” Chandi MBE will embark on a record-breaking mission to become the first woman to reach the North Pole solo and unsupported in March 2026 The expedition will…

Hyundai Motor UK announces IONIQ 6 N pricing, specification and technical information

IONIQ 6 N re-defines high-performance EV driving experience Enhanced N e-Shift and N Active Sound+ Revised suspension geometry and aerodynamics Available from £65,800 LEATHERHEAD 22nd January 2026 – Hyundai Motor…

Driving on Sunshine: Nissan celebrates Clean Energy Day with a solar‑powered Ariya Concept

Equipped with 3.8m² custom solar‑panel system using high efficiency photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight directly into DC power Real‑world testing shows up to 14.3 miles additional range on a bright…

Volkswagen: the UK’s number-one manufacturer in true fleet channels last year

64,127 true fleet Volkswagen cars were delivered in 2025 The brand’s true fleet market share in 2025 was 11.2 per cent Electric ID. models account for almost a third (29…

Frozen cars, empty wallets: winter faults could wipe out two months’ rent, Carly data warns

Winter wallets leave car owners cold in the cold, as Carly research shows glow plugs,coolant pumps and air quality sensors most likely to go wrong over winter London, 22 January…

New Renault Duster reinvents the spirit of adventure for India

New Renault Duster unveiled as a robust compact SUV for the Indian market Modern, expressive design and a fully redesigned, high-tech interior, featuring OpenR twin screens and Google Automotive Services…

eBay Reveals the Most Expensive Parts and Accessories Sold in the UK in 2025

The priciest part purchased was a rare original aluminium Jaguar E-type bonnet, followed by a full Ford Transit Custom front end Performance engines dominate the list of the most expensive…

SCOTTISH BASED MARINE ENERGY TRAILBLAZER MAKING BIG WAVES IN INTERNATIONAL SEAS

UK’s only female-founded wave energy company secures: first-ever international purchase and Asia Pacific development agreement Scottish based marine energy company ZOEX LTD, is making big waves in international seas with…

Broad Arrow To Light up Collector Car Market With Exciting Previews at Iconic Paris Locations During Rétromobile Week

BROAD ARROW TO HOST PREVIEW OF SELECT CARS SET FOR UPCOMING CALENDAR AT ROLAND-GARROS STADIUM FROM 27 TO 30 JANUARY 2026 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE GLOBAL ICONS: ONLINE PREVIEW INCLUDE MICHAEL…

McLaren Motorsport confirms 2026 factory GT racing driver line-up

The McLaren Motorsport Factory Driver roster for 2026 will expand to include 16 drivers across two categories Joseph Loake steps up to full McLaren Factory Driver status joining Marvin Kirchhöfer,…

smart #5 named Safest Large SUV of 2025

smart #5 received the Euro NCAP “Best in Class” Award among large SUVs tested in 2025 All smart models have five-star Euro NCAP ratings smart #5 will be launched into…

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars appoints new Regional Director for United Kingdom, Europe and Central Asia

John Beckley takes up position as Regional Director for the United Kingdom, Europe and Central Asia Beckley assumed his new role from 1 January 2026 and is based at the…

Škoda Auto unveils updated Kushaq in India

Enhanced design: Updated SUV with elements of Škoda’s Modern Solid design language; Monte Carlo trim available from launch Powertrains and transmissions: Turbocharged engines across the range; all-new eight-speed torque-converter automatic…

Ford and Ohme lead the charge across Northern Ireland

Ford and Ford Pro have partnered with Ohme, its new EV home charging partner in Northern Ireland. As part of the Ford Power Promise, Ford dealers across Northern Ireland will…

Volkswagen Group deliveries remain stable in 2025

“The Volkswagen Group was on a solid track in 2025 – despite a challenging market environment. With around nine million vehicles delivered, our sales remain stable thanks to our attractive…

Singer Presents “Sorcerer” First Porsche 911 Reimagined For Its Owner Through DLS Turbo Services

This Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer has been named Sorcerer by its owner and is specified in graduated Fantasia Blue, with a track-focused rear wing and front fascia, and 7-spoke…