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Four-year MOT test under review

Government consulting on delaying a car's first MOT

BMW i Vision Dee

Concept with talking Al, full-windscreen head-up display and 'E Ink' body shows off tech that could feature on next 3 Series

Lotus Emira

The final petrol-powered Lotus ever has a lot to live up to - so is the Emira a fitting last hurrah? On sale Now Price from £75,995

Volkswagen ID Buzz Cargo

Is the commercial version of our 2023 Car of the Year the ultimate zero-emissions urban delivery vehicle? On sale Now Price from £39,625 (excl VAT)

Audi Activesphere

Concept hints at upcoming Q6 e-tron, with 436bhp and up to 372 miles of range On sale Late 2025 Price from £65,000 (est)

DS 3

The smallest SUV from DS gets a makeover, a new name and an array of tech tweaks On sale Now Price from £25,900

Alpine A110 R

Stripping out even more weight creates the most hardcore version of Alpine's sports car yet On sale Now Price from £89,990

Ineos Grenadier

Can this Defender pretender beat the latest version of the Land Rover legend with its back-to-basics ethos? On sale Now Price from £55,000

Citroën e-C4 X

If you're after an electric car that can carry a lot of luggage, this one puts the boot in On sale Now Price from £31,995

BMW M3 Touring

THE NEW BMW M3 Touring is the high-performance version of the 3 Series executive car that will appeal to dog owners.

12 ways to reduce your motoring costs

As pop singer Yazz once sang, the only way is up, and the same seems to apply to the general costs of living in the UK. From groceries to electricity bills, all of us are being hit by the rising cost of living, and drivers especially are feeling the crunch. So, to help, we've compiled a list of 13 straightforward things you can do to reduce your motoring costs.

Volkswagen ID 3 Pro Performance Family

There may be room for improvement, but our electric hatchback has ticked a lot of boxes in its time with us

HOW FAR CAN ELECTRIC CARS REALLY GO?

We tested them in cold weather earlier this year, and now the heat is on to find out how close electric cars can get to their official ranges in near-ideal summer conditions

THE CAT OR THE CREAM?

The Kia EV6 is a class-leading new electric SUV, but for slightly less, you could have a used version of Jaguar's desirable I-Pace. So, which is the better buy?

E STREET BAND

With names like TFSle, eHybrid and E-Tense, these SUVS are eager to promote their electrification and efficiency. But which one's the boss?

How to spec your Skoda Karoq

The Skoda Karoq has the measure of its family SUV rivals, including the Kia Niro, Nissan Qashqai and Seat Ateca. It serves up a big boot, a family-friendly interior and a well-judged balance between ride and handling. We recommend pairing the gutsy 1.5 TSI 150 petrol engine with mid-rung SE L trim for the best blend of standard kit and value for money, but there are still some upgrades worth adding from the options list.

Mini Aceman

Concept heralds an all-new, electric-only small SUV with a range of around 275 miles On sale 2024 Price from £35,000 (est)

Kia EV6 GT

High-performance version of our reigning Car of the Year packs a whopping 577bhp On sale October Price from £61,595

Kia Niro PHEV

Second-generation plug-in hybrid family SUV brings a more spacious interior and refreshed tech On sale Now Price from £33,525

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

Family favourite returns with greater practicality and the option of plug-in hybrid power On sale Now Price from £25,515

Porsche Cayenne Coupé Turbo GT

Range-topping sports SUV offers supercar performance and space for all the family On sale Now Price from £147,510

Nissan Ariya

All-new electric SUV takes on Kia's EV6 with a competitive range and an upmarket interior On sale Now Price from £43,845

Volkswagen ID Aero

Concept previews a new executive car to crown Volkswagen's all-electric ID range On sale 2024 Price from £55,000 (est)

Lexus RZ

Price from £60,000 Lexus lines up its rival to the Audi Q4 e-tron and Tesla Model Y

Mercedes-Benz EQE

Price from £73,450 Electric saloon promises a 410-mile range and much of the flagship EQS's tech in a downsized package

In at the cheap end

Households on tight budgets don't need to compromise to get a great family SUV, as these entry-level models demonstrate. Let's see which one offers the best value

Volkswagen Amarok

Second-gen pick-up promises a blend of comfort, tech and practicality On sale Late 2022 Price from £32,000 (est, plus VAT)

Skoda Enyaq iV 60 Loft Nav

In the absence of a wallbox or a local public charger, it's a case of getting your electrons where you can

Smart #1

All-new electric SUV has a tech-filled interior and promises a 273-mile range On sale Summer 2023 Price from £32,000 (est)

Peugeot 3008 1.2 Puretech 130 Allure Premium EAT8

Family SUVS are hot to be seen in right now, so we're running this one to see if it's cut from the right cloth