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New Audi A2 e-tron EV is Ingolstadt’s most efficient model ever
The next-generation Audi A2 looks set to pick up from where its hyper-efficient, cult-classic predecessor left off in the early 2000s.
Leapmotor B03 coming to the UK to take on Renault 5
Chinese supermini expected in 2027 alongside B03X crossover as part of push to "democratise electric mobility"
British Nissan EV owners rack up 3 billion miles in 15 years
The distance is the equivalent of driving to the moon and back over 6,000 times.
Mercedes GLA arrives to replace EQA with 408-mile range and light-up face
Smallest SUV family member gets class-leading range and charging along with £45k starting price
75% of council still have no accessible on-street charging
New study reveals sharp increase in compliance with guidelines but disabled drivers still face significant obstacles
BYD Racco breaks ground as “world’s first” software-defined Kei car
BYD's global expansion continues, and the Chinese giant now seeks to muscle in on Japan's Kei car segment.
UK vehicle output steadies but SMMT warns EV investment at risk
UK vehicle production fell 7.5% in H1 2026 to 385,979 units, but Q2 steadied. SMMT warns EV investment is at risk without…
BMW Debrecen factory breaks record with 50,000th new Neue Klasse iX3
The Debrecen site is a key pillar of Munich's future electrification strategy.
Renault Twingo ‘Le Frog’ hops into UK showrooms before orders open
Renault Twingo E-Tech electric arrives at UK retailers, with 100+ left-hand-drive display cars in Absolute Green ahead of sub-£20,000 order books opening.
China’s all-electric SC01 sports car to arrive in the UK next year
China's lightweight sports EV looks ready to take the fight to the Alpine A110 Electric and Longbow Roadster.