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How the ‘build your own’ Slate EV could change the future of cars

DRIVE SMART: The latest DriveSmart newsletter from Steve Fowler explores how the ultra-affordable, endlessly customisable Slate EV pick-up could signal a radical new future for how cars are designed, built and personalised

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I’m cancelling my Cybertruck order – I’ve been behind the wheel of the new Slate truck and fallen in love

OPINION: It’s goodbye to Tesla and hello to Slate for our EV editor. One day all cars may be this simple– and this cheap, says Steve Fowler

The Independent UK

Kia PV5 review – new passenger van is the perfect family wagon

We’ve driven the passenger version of the Kia PV5 van and discovered it could be one of the family car bargains of the year.

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Sony and Honda are building a car, and I’ve been behind the wheel

OPINION: Exclusive: The Afeela 1 is the first car from Sony Honda Mobility and our Electric Vehicles Editor Steve Fowler had a demo at the opening of its new Beverly Hills showroom

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BYD Seal 6 DM-i review – the dog-friendly plug-in hybrid that’ll go 935 miles in one go

Another brilliant BYD that promises quality, advanced tech, a good price and a long, long range.

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Nissan Leaf review – British built and an EV to be proud of

The latest version of the OG EV may not rewrite the rule books, but it’s an appealing electric car with value on its side.

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What it’s like to hand over the wheel to a self-driving car – and what it means for the future of motoring

DRIVESMART: The latest DriveSmart newsletter has Steve Fowler reflecting on his father giving up driving – and how autonomous cars, from Waymo’s Jaguar I-Paces to Tesla’s Model Y, could help people stay mobile

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Vauxhall Mokka GSE review: The first of a new breed of hot Vauxhalls

Great handling, good performance and lukewarm styling means Vauxhall’s new GSE range gets off to a decent start

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Geely EX5 review: Sensational value SUV with a little help from Lotus

The first model from Volvo, Polestar and Lotus owner Geely is a cracker – if only it went a little bit further

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Suzuki e Vitara review: Bags of charm, but behind the times on tech

Suzuki reinvents its 90s icon as an appealing SUV that feels like it’s still a bit stuck in the 90s.

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This car promises to glide over potholes, but can it really?

The Nio ET9 has been developed to give it a true magic carpet ride. Electric vehicles editor Steve Fowler tested it on Britain’s broken roads to find out if it lives up to the claims

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EV prices edge up as demand increases

The Independent EV Price Index shows new EVs are more expensive this month than last but still down over seven per cent year-on-year

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BYD Atto 2 review: A high quality and enjoyable, family-friendly EV

I’ve been driving BYD’s latest arrival in the UK and found it drives well, feels really upmarket and has lots of space for the family

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Vauxhall Frontera review: Budget electric SUV is perfect for the school run

The Frontera name has been brushed off and put on a great SUV that’s cheaper than its petrol equivalent

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Jaecoo 5 vs MG S5 vs BYD Atto 2: Which family SUV is best?

The family SUV market has never been more competitive, with three smart contenders vying for top spot

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KGM Musso EV review: An affordable Tesla Cybertruck rival with added cool

The Korean brand’s all-electric pick-up drives like a car and is great value, especially with low running costs

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Tesla Model 3 vs Polestar 4 vs Kia EV6 – which EV is best?

Choosing a premium electric saloon is tougher than ever – we pit Kia, Tesla and Polestar head-to-head

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DS No.4 E-Tense review – all-electric hatchback gets an upgrade

Posh French brand DS has worked some magic on its all-electric hatch to produce something temptingly different

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Jaecoo 5 review: The cut-price Range Rover Evoque lookalike buyers will love

Here’s another surefire hit from Jaecoo. The 5 isn’t perfect, but its blend of style, quality, kit and value will make it a winner

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Tesla Model Y Performance review: The best Tesla yet is an SUV supercar slayer

Tesla’s new top model gets a hot makeover that not only makes it more fun to drive, but also makes it more comfortable and better built

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Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid review: Big, bold, clever, but not quite brilliant

The new Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid is spacious, smart, and packed with tech – plus it’s perfect for families. But its short EV range and firm ride hold it back

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Cupra tops and tails its line-up with Raval and Tindaya

Sneak peek at new supermini and concept previewing new range topper both shown at Munich Motor Show

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Fiat reckons it’s found the formula for the perfect road trip playlist

Celebrating 70 years of the Fiat 600, the science-backed setlist includes hits by ABBA, Dua Lipa and more

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Omoda 9 review: So near to greatness, but yet so far

Omoda promises great things with the Omoda 9 plug-in hybrid, especially its 93 miles of EV range. It looks good and has loads of kit, but it’s pricey and let down by so-so dynamics

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Porsche Taycan review: Porsche’s first EV remains one of the best

Porsche’s first EV charges quicker than any other. Available in many flavours and with three different body styles, the Taycan is a deeply impressive EV for those with equally deep pockets

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