Cars

Here are 12 of the longest-range electric cars you can buy today

The EVs that’ll make range anxiety a thing of the past

20 greatest cars of the 2010s

From the Dacia Sandero to the Bugatti Chiron – via the Ford Fiesta ST – we name our favourite cars of the previous decade.

Tesla recalls thousands of vehicles over jammed accelerator issue

Tesla has recalled more than 3,800 of its Cybertruck models following complaints that the accelerator pedal is at risk of getting stuck, US regulators have announced.

The Cheapest 300 HP You Can Buy From the Factory Is This Sea-Doo

If you haven’t daydreamed about how much HP you can get for your buck, you might have stumbled upon this site by accident, or I envy your bank balance.

Wider cars mean drivers struggle to get in and out when parked – study

Manufacturers have increased the width of vehicles despite the size of most UK car park spaces being unchanged for decades.

20 fantastic French luxury cars

De Luxe and delightful: we celebrate the best French luxury cars, from the beautiful Citroen DS to the bijou Renault Clio Baccara

Ranked: the longest-living car engines

Tried and trusted engines can survive in production for decades – often far longer than the cars in which they’re fitted. These are the longest survivors

Tesla suddenly cuts Supercharger pricing – exactly when we need it most

Tesla's Supercharger network has lowered subscription prices

Bots now account for half of global internet traffic and 'bad bots' nearly one third

It's probably too late to reprogram all those T-800s.

The 6 Best Midsize Cars for 2024

Uncover the best 2024 midsize cars for families and commuters. From performance ratings and specs to safety features and fuel economy, find out why U.S. News places these six vehicles at top of the list.

Heavy metal: Dodge Challenger Black Ghost vs Ford Mustang Dark Horse

The Challenger is dead, for now. Will the muscle car survive? We couldn’t leave California without a 1,300bhp grudge match

Lexus RX500h review: this fast Japanese hybrid is fit to rival Germany’s finest

On the face of it, at least, this is the ideal car for fans of Boris Johnson. The RX500h is built with cakeism in mind; on the one hand, you get to have your cake, what with its huge warranty, excellent reputation for reliability and a theoretically fuel-sipping hybrid powertrain. You also get to eat said cake. This top-spec version has a thumping ...

Mercedes EQS: update brings 500+ mile range and standard-fit Hyperscreen

Bigger battery, more equipment, upright bonnet star: Merc gives its electric saloon a once over

Hybrid drivers exploit loophole to collect fuel and green tax breaks

Hybrid electric company cars are surging in popularity, with their uptake almost doubling in a year. The cars are considered green, and so they come with significant tax breaks via company salary sacrifice schemes, meaning drivers can save thousands of pounds by not having to pay income tax on the benefit-in-kind. But drivers are exploiting the dua...

What are the 10 best and cheapest used cars for young drivers to buy?

The Citroen C1 has been crowned the best second hand car for Gen Z drivers (those aged 17-27), according to a new study. Cars were ranked on cost, insurance, safety and mpg.

How to prevent car and travel sickness

We examine the causes of car sickness – including staring at your mobile phone and a lack of fresh air – and explain how you can avoid it.

The Triumphs and Disasters of nameplate revivals

Which revivals got it right, and which fell criminally short? We look at the most famous winners - and losers

The story of the mysterious Lancia Thesis

Lancia poured time and money into development, but fewer than 20,000 sold in eight years - we look back

Best used sporty but economical cars from £2000

These budget picks show you can own a cheap, fun car without breaking the bank at the fuel pump

The best five convertible cars for less than £5k

They are scarce at this time of year, but if you keep a watchful eye they are there. Tempted out by blue skies, sunshine and the first mild temperatures, roof-down convertibles have once again been spotted on our roads. “Poseurs,” you might think. But let’s be honest: that’s simply envy. After all, who doesn’t fancy a bit of al fresco motoring on a...

Christian Horner contradicts Helmut Marko’s Carlos Sainz ‘lucrative deal’ inside info

Helmut Marko says Audi have made Carlos Sainz a "lucrative" offer, one Red Bull "can't match".

70 of the biggest questions about the universe and life answered

Because enquiring minds need to know...

Inside ‘the world’s least-visited country’ – where dirty cars are illegal and social media is banned

Sebastian Vettel ‘ready’ for F1 comeback on one condition as Helmut Marko issues update

"He's ready for it" - but on one condition, according to Helmut Marko.

Drivers face paying more than 150p per litre amid ‘shocking’ petrol price rises

Drivers face paying more than 150p per litre for fuel after “shocking” price rises, amid concerns about profiteering by petrol stations. Almost a quarter of petrol stations are already charging this amount or more, according to the AA, meaning it costs £82.50 to fill the tank of a typical 55 litre petrol car. Average pump prices on Tuesday stood at...

Skoda Kodiaq review: Still the best in the family car business – but only if you need a car this big

The saying “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” has multiple translations in Czech and I’m willing to bet that each one of them was uttered during the development of Skoda’s second-generation Kodiaq. The first car – on sale since 2017 – was and remains a high-quality SUV, with no significant shortcomings that needed to be fixed for the second iteratio...

20 essential songs about cars

Whether driving down the street or planning a road trip, there's nothing like hearing tunes blast through car speakers. So put your pedal to the metal and check out these top songs about cars and driving.

The best British cars ever made

It's been seven years since we last updated this list - our choice of the UK's greatest cars ever. Which cars launched since then have made the cut?

Charles Leclerc reveals unseen consequences of latest error in China F1 sprint qualifying

"Again I didn’t maximise qualifying..."

Tesla cuts Supercharger membership cost for other EVs

Drivers of electric cars other than Teslas now pay £2 less per month to access cheaper charging rates

Top Gear's Top 9: truly unsung movie cars

Like the Bullitt Mustang! Just kidding

The meaning behind major car nameplates

The story behind many car brand names are well known - but what about the tale behind the models they make?

Fire and ice in China as trackside flames spark ‘wild’ F1 sprint qualifying

The Shanghai International Circuit briefly caught fire on Friday as sparks flew onto a patch of grass before heavy rain in the final part of sprint qualifying turned the track into an “ice rink”. A chaotic session eventually ended with a pair of Britons on the front row, McLaren’s Lando Norris just pipping Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton to pole to set up...

32 cars with crazy doors

From drop-down doors to aircraft-style canopies, there are many ways to climb into a car. We reveal some of the wildest door designs ever created

52 supercars you’ve probably never heard of

Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Pagani… all far too common to feature here. We explore some of the world’s strangest and most obscure supercars.

The greatest limousines ever made

We take a journey into the sumptuous realm of the world's finest limousines ever made

5 Japanese workers narrowly escape suicide bombing that targeted their vehicle in Pakistan

5 Japanese workers narrowly escape suicide bombing that targeted their vehicle in Pakistan - Five Japanese autoworkers have narrowly escaped an attack by a suicide bomber who detonated his explosive-laden vest near their vehicle in Pakistan's southern port city of Karachi

The second-generation Nissan Kicks is here with a bigger engine and new tech

Pumped-up Kicks will compete in the competitive subcompact SUV market when it launches in the US later this year

20 of the most popular country songs performed by Black musicians

Like many popular genres, country music began with Black people. Keep scrolling to read up on 20 of the most popular country songs by Black artists today.

The 18 different car gearbox types

There are rather more gearbox types out there than you might think? We take a look at them all

20 Of The Greatest Pickup Trucks Ever Made

Bold redesign for new 2024 Nissan Qashqai

New styling inspired by Samurai armour is said to be more aerodynamic, boosting efficiency and refinement

The weird, weird world of forgotten car accessories

Need some inflatable seats for your car or a felt safety cap to protect your bonce? There was a time when you could buy such things…

Ranking every Pixar movie from worst to best

This list will help you avoid the stinkers in favor of some of the greatest, most touching movies ever made.

Luxury SUV face-off: Edmunds compares the Genesis GV80 and Lexus RX

Luxury SUV face-off: Edmunds compares the Genesis GV80 and Lexus RX - The Genesis GV80 made quite a splash when it entered the midsize luxury SUV segment

10 used cars with the best engines you can buy

Not yet ready to enter the electric era? Jack Warrick digs out 10 used bargains that offer unique and characterful engines

The 14 best sporty Ford Fiestas

From the original Supersport to the new Fiesta ST, we tell the story of Ford’s smallest hot hatchback.

12 of the weirdest objects in space

Some of the most outlandish objects in the universe.

Land Rover’s Defender ‘Octa’ is a bi-turbo V8 mega-lux 4x4

Want a Defender’s rufty-tuftiness with Range Rover lux? Consider that niche busted

Windows of plane used by King Charles fell out mid-flight after the frames were melted by lights

Windows of plane used by King Charles fell out mid-flight after the frames were melted by lights - A loud noise was heard shortly after take-off when the aircraft was at 14,000ft