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Hyundai Tucson gets chunky for new generationThe all-new Hyundai Tucson has taken a bold step forward when it comes to its looks, with the latest generation of the medium-sized SUV offering a chunkier and more ‘muscular’... -
The 2026 upgrade for your 'Future Classic' PorscheIf you own an older Porsche, you might be able to swap your dusty old infotainment system for a factory-fit up-to-date replacement complete with navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay,... -
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Renault Megane and Scenic – big updates for brand's family carsRenault has upgraded two of its most family-centric electric models with more kit and bigger batteries for both the Scenic E-Tech SUV and the Megane E-Tech hatchback. The Megane’s update... -
Survey shows more than half of UK drivers think 60mph is too fast for rural roadsMore than half of UK motorists think the 60mph speed limit on rural roads is too high, with more than two thirds saying they feel unsafe travelling at those speeds... -
New BMW 3 Series unveiled with near-identical looks to all-electric i3The new BMW 3 Series saloon has been revealed and it looks mighty familiar… That’s because the 3 Series looks almost identical to the fully electric BMW i3 saloon despite... -
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MG updates trio of popular models, bringing more value, smoother driveMG has announced a series of updates to its MG 3 supermini, MG ZS compact SUV and larger MG HS SUV. There are improvements to the Hybrid+ powertrain and changes... -
Electric Nissan Pixo revealed with retro gaming inspired stylingThe all-new Nissan Pixo electric city car has been revealed, with the small EV arriving as Nissan’s take on the Renault Twingo E-Tech and recently announced Dacia Spring. The three... -
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Renault bumps up the 5’s driving range for 2027 – and the improvements haven’t affected its priceRenault has revised the 5 E-Tech supermini for 2027 with a range of improvements designed to make it easier to live with and more interesting to look at. Crucially, these... -
Used EVs are selling better than ever – but most drivers don’t want oneElectric cars are gradually being accepted into the UK’s used vehicle stock. At the end of quarter three 2025, used EV sales grew faster than any other form of propulsion,... -
What is the car Parkers readers want the most?Parkers is asking you to dream medium. We want you to tell us what car you would really like next, but we’re also keeping it a bit real – no... -
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Nissan to build new Kicks crossover at firm's Sunderland plantNissan has given a big boost to UK manufacturing with the announcement that it will build its new Kicks model at its plant in Sunderland. The new vehicle is a... -
Volkswagen renames the Multivan, extends the ID. Buzz Cargo and updates the California camperVolkswagen’s commercial vehicle arm has updated four of its key models, bringing about one particularly major change for UK buyers in the process. The purpose-built people carrier that’s been sold... -
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BMW's big EV estate for £30,000 off | Parkers Deal Watch: Nearly New (22 May 2026)Every Friday I’m on the hunt for a lightly used car that, thanks to depreciation, makes for exceptional value for money against the list price. While depreciation affects nearly every... -
Our Car Buying Editor's best new car deals of the week | Parkers Dealwatch (w/c 11 May 2026)Welcome to Parkers Dealwatch – your go-to guide for the best new car deals available this week. I’ve selected five standout new cars that deserve a closer look, with a... -
Huge discounts for the Skywell BE11: is it now cheap enough to consider?Skywell is trying very hard to make the BE11 SUV successful in 2026. And it needs to – the brand only managed to sell 31 cars in the whole of... -
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£20,000 off the retro Volkswagen ID. Buzz | Parkers Deal Watch: Nearly New (17 April 2026)Every Friday Car Buying Editor Ryan Gilmore is on the hunt for a lightly used car that could save you thousands. This week he’s looking at Volkswagen’s flagship EV, a... -
New Renault Trafic E-Tech is ready to set new standards for medium-sized electric vansRenault has revealed the production spec version of its new Trafic E-Tech at the 2026 IAA Transportation show. Entirely new from the ground up and sharing only the Trafic name... -
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All-new electric Kia PV7 van arrives and looks to take on the big gunsThe new Kia PV7 electric van has been unveiled at the 2026 IAA Transportation show in Hanover, Germany. Competing in the medium van market, the PV7 takes all the strengths... -
Chinese car brands are winning over British buyers faster than everNew research suggests British car buyers are becoming increasingly turning to Chinese car brands, with BYD emerging as the UK’s fastest-improving automotive marque for public perception. According to a new YouGov... -
Price Watch Extra: Volkswagen boosts discounts ahead of March plate changeVolkswagen has increased incentives across several of its most popular models ahead of the March number plate change, adding an extra £1,000 deposit contribution on top of existing discounts to... -
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Autumn Budget 2025: What drivers need to knowChancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her second Autumn Budget on 26 November 2026, and for the UK’s 40 million motorists it has been one of the most important in years. With... -
YouGov: Britons back pay-per-mile road tax for electric cars if it’s fairA new YouGov poll suggests most Britons are open to the idea of paying per mile to drive an electric car, so long as the system feels fair. The findings... -
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Stellantis diesel engine recall: what UK drivers need to know about the 1.5 BlueHDi camshaft chain issueOwners of popular diesel cars from Peugeot, Citroen, Vauxhall, Fiat and DS are being urged to check whether their vehicles are affected by a major Stellantis recall, after the group... -
Renault qualifies for £3,750 EV grant – but there’s a catchThe Renault 4, Renault 5 and Alpine A290 all now qualify for the government’s full £3,750 electric car grant. However, to satisfy the needs of the scheme, only the cars... -
Ford brings forward updated Puma Gen-E after strong UK demandThe Ford Puma remains the UK’s best-selling car, and soaring interest in the all-electric Puma Gen-E has prompted Ford to accelerate the updated model’s arrival. The 2026 version is now... -
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Mercedes GLB: new-generation electric and hybrid model adds more space insideMercedes has launched its next-generation GLB – the small-ish SUV with seating for seven. This version is offered with petrol or electric power – the EQB is no more –... -
Stellantis expands ‘wet belt’ compensation portal to include UK customersStellantis, parent company of several brands including Citroen and Vauxhall, has announced it’s to offer compensation to UK customers affected by mechanical issues caused by the ‘wet belt’ fitted to... -
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Bestsellers from Ford, Volkswagen and Land Rover are the most stolen cars – is your car at risk?Just shy of 54,000 cars were stolen in 2024 here in the UK, and data reveals that the Ford Fiesta is still the most stolen car in the UK, having... -
Leapmotor B03X (2026) unveiled: the Puma poacher?Leapmotor has a bold strategy for the UK market. It’s already proved big, flagship SUVs don’t need to be expensive with the C10 – and it upended the electric city... -
Audi updates A5, Q5, A6 E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron with more tech and efficiencyAudi has rolled out a broad update across four of its most important models, bringing new tech, fresh trim levels and efficiency gains. The A5, Q5, A6 E-Tron and Q6... -
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Mitsubishi confirms return to UK showrooms in 2026Mitsubishi will return to the UK in summer 2026 with a fresh range of models supplied through International Motors. The revived line-up will be sold through a new network of... -
The bestselling cars of 2026: Back to the status-quo for AprilThe UK new car market saw 149,247 new car registrations in April according to the latest Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) figures. This is a healthy growth of... -
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Spain to mandate V-16 emergency beacons for all vehicles by 2026Spain’s traffic authority has confirmed a major change to its breakdown laws: from 1 January 2026, every vehicle on the country’s roads must carry and use a V-16 emergency beacon... -
New Nissan Leaf gets full £3,750 UK electric car grant discountNissan has announced the first official pricing for its third-generation Nissan Leaf electric car. At the same time, it’s been confirmed that this new British-built EV (electric vehicle) will be... -
Used electric cars take record market shareElectric cars took their biggest ever share of the UK used car market in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, with sales rising faster than all other forms of propulsion... -
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Euro NCAP’s latest safety tests: 23 new cars ranked, 18 score five starsEuro NCAP has released its biggest set of safety results this year, testing 23 new cars and awarding 18 of them the full five stars. With tougher assessments coming in... -
New Fiat 500 Hybrid brings petrol power back to Fiat’s chic city carFiat has revealed the new Fiat 500 Hybrid, marking the return of petrol power to a model range that had become exclusively electric. Left-hand-drive production has already started in Turin,... -
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What you need to know about the Electric Car Grant: ECG discounts, eligibility, cars and how you get itThe Government Electric Car Grant (ECG) was introduced in July 2025 and is designed to make buying a new electric car more affordable. Obviously, there are some caveats to the... -
Government urged to reconsider pay-per-mile tax for electric carsElectric car drivers could soon face a new pay-per-mile tax designed to replace falling fuel duty revenues. The Treasury is expected to announce plans for a 3p-per-mile charge in the... -
Omoda 3 renamed to Omoda 4 as new compact SUV is revealedOmoda has pulled the wraps off its new Omoda 4, a compact family SUV that will be available with a wide range of powertrains and is set to launch in... -