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New research says EV owners struggle to stick to speed limits as half-term holidays pile pressure on drivers

According to findings by road safety tech company Ooono, kids are the biggest in-car distraction

The Independent UK

Volvo EX60 review – new electric SUV is quiet, quick and has one of the best stereos I’ve ever heard

This is an appealing electric family SUV with big range and rapid charging – it’s close to perfect, but not quite there

The Independent UK

Chinese EV brands are forcing Ford into an electric Fiesta comeback

DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, motoring expert Steve Fowler explains why Ford is pinning its hopes on a Fiesta-style electric comeback as Chinese car makers such as BYD and MG pile pressure on Europe’s biggest brands

The Independent UK

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I got behind the wheel of the new Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI – here’s my verdict

The new ID. Polo GTI brings the famous badge into the electric age with 224bhp, a 264-mile range and plenty of nods to GTIs past

The Independent UK

Aion V review — this new electric SUV feels far more premium than its price suggests

Aion’s first UK model is a roomy, well-equipped electric family SUV with a plush cabin, long range and an eight-year ownership package – but its firm ride may divide buyers

The Independent UK

This car claims to make you happier – I’m a miserable guy so tried it out

Forget miles per hour, Fiat has devised a science-based smiles per hour measure. I drove the new electric Grande Panda to try and cheer myself up

The Independent UK

Super-efficient Lucid EVs coming to the UK in 2028, says company boss

Exclusive: Three high-tech SUVs will lead the way for award-winning efficiency-focused US brand from Silicon Valley

The Independent UK

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Leapmotor B10 review – is this the UK’s best-value family car?

The B10 is a family-sized electric SUV with 270 miles of range, a huge amount of standard kit and a bargain price – but it comes with a few frustrating quirks

The Independent UK

These service robots could be coming to car showrooms – and I met them

New AiMoga robot brand from Chery uses car tech to build humanoid robots – and a robot delivery dog called Argos

The Independent UK

These two new SUVs are set to be next Chinese Chery brands in the UK

Two more car brands likely to join Omoda, Jaecoo, Chery, Lepas and Delivan as Chery International looks to rival the Volkswagen Group and Stellantis

The Independent UK

Omoda and Jaecoo to more than double car line-up in aggressive growth push

The Independent UK

The Freelander is back – and I’ve had a look around

Iconic British 4x4 reinvented by Chinese brand Chery, with help from JLR – and it’s set for the UK

The Independent UK

Inside the Chinese motor show where AI, robots and fierce competition are redefining cars

DRIVESMART: After a first-hand look around Beijing’s vast auto show, Steve Fowler speaks to industry leaders about why China has become the proving ground for new technology, faster development and lower-cost cars – trends set to shape what UK drivers buy next

The Independent UK

The Chinese car company that wants to be like Nike

Chinese brand Leapmotor has celebrated one year in the UK with a real point of difference – it’s part of the world’s fourth biggest car maker Stellantis. The boss tells all on the first year and what to expect in future.

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Nissan Micra review – Britain’s favourite learner car is back as a cool EV

Nissan’s Micra returns as a fully electric supermini, sharing much with the Renault 5 but adding its own distinctive style and character – and it could be one of the most relevant EVs yet

The Independent UK

Full Self Driving Teslas are now in Europe – and I’ve ‘driven’ one

EXCLUSIVE Autonomous cars are edging closer – and they could transform road safety. Steve Fowler has been in a self-driving Tesla on the busy streets of Amsterdam to see how they work.

The Independent UK

Jaecoo 7 is selling fast – but should you really buy one? Here’s my view as an EV expert

DRIVESMART: With plug-in hybrids from new Chinese brands rapidly reshaping the UK market, electric vehicles editor Steve Fowler explores whether models like the Jaecoo 7 are any good and if buyers should take the plunge or stick with familiar rivals

The Independent UK

Hyundai Boulder concept signals bold new SUV design direction

Latest ‘Art of Steel’ styling signals a shift towards more rugged, off-road-focused Hyundai SUV models

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Which Chinese plug-in hybrid model is best? I put Jaecoo, BYD, Chery, Omoda, Geely and MG to the test

March’s best-selling new car, the Jaecoo 7, takes on five rival Chinese family-friendly, plug-in hybrid SUVs – Steve Fowler gives his verdict

The Independent UK

‘No one was clamouring to get rid of buttons’: Why drivers are fed up with car touchscreens

DRIVESMART: With frustration mounting over touchscreen-heavy car interiors, readers have been sharing their views with EV editor Steve Fowler on whether buttons, voice control or a mix of both offers the safest and most user-friendly driving experience

The Independent UK

Should you choose a plug-in hybrid or a fully electric car? Here’s my expert view

DRIVESMART: With fuel prices rising, electric vehicles editor Steve Fowler explores whether a plug-in hybrid could be the smarter step before going fully electric

The Independent UK

Kia EV2 review: Small electric SUV brings big-car tech to the masses from £24,245

The compact car offers a long range, fast charging and surprising space in a city-friendly package

The Independent UK

Porsche Cayenne Electric review: The EV SUV that feels like a proper sports car

With supercar pace, 400kW fast charging and the sharpest steering in the class, the Cayenne Electric sets a new benchmark for performance EV SUVs

The Independent UK

Could voice control finally fix the biggest frustration in modern cars?

DRIVESMART: With drivers increasingly frustrated by touchscreens, electric vehicles editor Steve Fowler explores whether voice control could be the safer, simpler future of in-car tech

The Independent UK

I tested the BMW iX3 to see if it could really do 500 miles on a single charge

OPINION: The BMW iX3 is turning out to be the hottest new car of 2026, thanks to its promised range. Our EV editor Steve Fowler decided to put those claims to the test

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