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Subaru aims at Land Rover buyers with three of seven new EVs

Subaru Uncharted (yes, that’s what it’s called) compact SUV, plus new range-topping E-Outback EV and revised Subaru Solterra all here next year

The Independent UK

Mercedes-Benz CLA review: Merc goes star crazy with brilliant new EV

Mercedes has promised big things from the new CLA. It’s the first in a new breed of Merc’s with advanced tech that claims 484 miles of range, super-fast charging and a new in-car experience, too. It’s the best Merc I’ve driven in years, but with one temporary flaw

The Independent UK

The Updated 2025 Nissan Micra That No One Expected!

Nissan’s iconic supermini has gone electric. Steve Fowler gets his first look at the brand-new Micra EV.

The Independent UK

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How This Car Gets Amazing Aerodynamics With Hidden Features!

The DS No. 8 is bold, built for range, and, well... quite posh! Steve Fowler gives his verdict on this striking new EV from France.

The Independent UK

Is MINI John Cooper Works the Most Fun Electric Car?

Mini has electrified its most iconic performance car — the John Cooper Works. But is the fun still there? Steve Fowler takes it for a spin to find out.

The Independent UK

Bentley CEO reveals secrets of EV plans

Steve Fowler is joined in this episode of Drive Smart by the CEO of Bentley, Frank-Steffen Walliser where he revealed the future of his electric vehicle plans.

The Independent UK

New Tesla Model Y - The King... For Now

Tesla has officially unveiled the refreshed 2025 Model Y, delivering key updates to its best-selling electric SUV. In this video Steve Fowler takes a first look at the new model.

The Independent UK

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BYD is taking on a British institution – the Land Rover Defender

BYD’s posh brand Denza is set to launch its Denza B5 plug-in hybrid 4x4 – and we’ve been in it

The Independent UK

Are headlights getting brighter? Why glare is a big worry for drivers and the high-tech solutions you can use

OPINION: Here’s how auto-dimming technology borrowed from the Boeing 787 Dreamliner could be about to make driving less dazzling, says Steve Fowler

The Independent UK

This is the BYD that’s going to take on Porsche and Lotus – and I’ve been in it

The Denza Z9 GT is the first car from BYD’s new premium brand – and it’s coming to the UK next year

The Independent UK

DS No.8 review: If it’s good enough for President Macron...

After a decade of so-so autos, the No.8 is the car that finally put DS on the premium car map

The Independent UK

BYD Dolphin Surf review: Is this what a budget Tesla should be like?

All-new, all-electric, £18,650 supermini is everything BYD does well in its most appealing package yet. It’s already won World Urban Car for 2025

The Independent UK

Think electric cars are expensive? My new EV costs me less than a couple of posh coffees a day

OPINION: Our EV editor Steve Fowler has just taken delivery of a brand new £38,000 Vauxhall Grandland – and he’s paying just £6.21 per day. Here’s why the secret to cheap car buying is leasing (and not being too fussy)

The Independent UK

Polestar 2 electric car review: Tesla’s stylish Swedish rival is easier to live with than ever

Polestar's answer to the Model 3 now boasts impressive range, ultra-fast charging, and a much-improved ride

The Independent UK

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Car makers have a surprising new target demographic – your dog

OPINION: Goodwood is the home of fast cars, but last weekend it was all about dogs. Steve Fowler speaks to the car makers trying to woo their human companions

The Guardian - UK

‘This car just makes me smile’ – a motoring expert checks out MINI’s new all-electric Aceman

With loads of zip, top-of-the-range tech, precision handling, and style for miles, MINI’s new all-electric Aceman has really charmed motoring guru and EV expert Steve Fowler

The Independent UK

New Chinese car brands unveil models including cheaper version of Range Rover Evoque

New Omoda 7 plug-in hybrid and new Jaecoo 5 EV revealed at Chinese brands’ home show with Omoda 9 coming soon, too

The Independent UK

You’re going to see a lot more BYD cars on the road very soon – here are all the big reveals from Shanghai Show

Three of BYD’s five new PHEVs that will arrive in 18 months were revealed at the Shanghai Motor Show

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A Korean EV just won World Car of the Year (again) - did it deserve it?

The Kia EV3 was named best car in the world, with BYD, Hyundai, Volvo and Volkswagen other EV winners

The Independent UK

DriveSmart newsletter: Get motoring news, reviews and advice from EVs editor Steve Fowler

Stay ahead in the world of motoring with DriveSmart, your weekly guide to EVs, expert tips, and the latest industry insights

The Independent UK

Lexus reinvents the steering wheel with updated all-electric RZ SUV

New Lexus RZ550e gets steer-by-wire tech and is first of three new all-electric Lexus models

The Independent UK

Three (and a half) new all-electric Toyotas coming soon

New Urban Cruiser, revised bZ4x and all-new C-HR+ lead rebooted EV range with tiny FT-Me micro car a possibility, too

The Independent UK

Are rear-hinged car doors a touch of class, or simply backwards thinking?

OPINION: Rear-hinged ‘suicide’ doors will no longer be the preserve of luxury cars or black cabs – they’re coming to a Kia near you very soon. But should they?

The Independent UK

Jaecoo 7 review: Great value plug-in hybrid, plagued by warning beeps

Handsome plug-in hybrid SUV offers impressive value and quality, and a decent electric range, but poor ride quality and infuriating beeps and bongs

The Independent UK

The new Tesla Model Y starts at £44,990 in the UK

Tesla has announced prices for the new Model Y – and it’s £5,000 more expensive than an Xpeng G6

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