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VW Group's five 'core' brands each sell a Golf - but firm wants to remove complexity
New cars

VW Group plans "major reduction" of up to 50% of models

Company will remove derivatives and cut equipment options by 75% as it gives each brand a clearer line-up

24 July 2026
VW Group plans "major reduction" of up to 50% of models
Electric cars

BMW M boss: Electric M3 is petrol car's "natural enemy"

New electric version of super-saloon prioritises driver engagement rather than more power, says M division boss

24 July 2026
BMW M boss: Electric M3 is petrol car's "natural enemy"
New cars

Ford partners Geely on new multi-energy SUV for Europe

Chinese-American joint venture will build several new models at Valencia factory, securing its future

23 July 2026
Ford partners Geely on new multi-energy SUV for Europe
Electric cars

Audi R8 and Apple Watch designer reveals new off-road microcar

Tiny, sub-450kg off-roader started life as a golf buggy but now aims to reinvent the quadricycle

23 July 2026
Audi R8 and Apple Watch designer reveals new off-road microcar
Car sales

Renault's sales keep growing – and firm insists it's sustainable

French brand says that high residuals and AI-powered PCP deals can help it keep increasing sales

23 July 2026
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Renault's sales keep growing – and firm insists it's sustainable
New cars

Honda bets on 'quirky' new cars to reverse European slump

Japanese brand will focus on 'unique' cars that 'put smiles on faces' as it looks to carve out a market niche

23 July 2026
Honda bets on 'quirky' new cars to reverse European slump
New cars

Driven: Lotus Emira 420 Sport is lighter, faster, £105k track weapon

Lightest and fastest version of sports car so far delivers even greater driver thrills

22 July 2026
Driven: Lotus Emira 420 Sport is lighter, faster, £105k track weapon
New cars

Dutch courage: Driving the 592bhp lightweight coming to UK roads

Donkervoort has fascinated enthusiasts with its Lotus Seven spin-offs – now it’s building RHD cars for UK sale

22 July 2026
Dutch courage: Driving the 592bhp lightweight coming to UK roads
Range Rover GT rendering
Autocar rendering shows what the GT could look like when the wraps come off
Electric cars

Official: New Range Rover GT is brand's most saloon-like model yet

New addition to Range Rover model line will arrive as an EV, blending grand tourer style with SUV practicality

22 July 2026
Official: New Range Rover GT is brand's most saloon-like model yet
New cars

Kia EV3 GT review: a 4WD hot hatch with 288bhp for £49k

Well-rounded high-riding hatchback receives go-faster GT treatment

21 July 2026
Kia EV3 GT review: a 4WD hot hatch with 288bhp for £49k

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