New Supersport 400 is the most powerful Morgan sports car ever

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

New Supersport 400 is the most powerful Morgan sports car ever

Morgan's new flagship, the Supersport 400 boasts more power, an upgraded chassis and bespoke exterior styling.

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Morgan has revealed its most powerful production car to date: the new Supersport 400.

Launched as the new flagship for the British marque’s model range, the Supersport 400 is intended to signal a new era for Morgan.

Along with traditional sports cars, Morgan plans to build a series of bespoke and limited-production vehicles.

Launched last year, ...


Car wheels keep getting bigger – leading to increased tyre costs

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Car wheels keep getting bigger – leading to increased tyre costs

Car wheels and tyres keep on getting bigger, with the average size for UK company cars growing by an inch since 2023.

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The average petrol or diesel company car now rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and tyres – an inch larger than just two years ago.

Electric company cars in the UK have even larger wheels, with the average size growing from 18 to 19 inches since 2023.

The new data from automotive tech firm Epyx reveals the cost of ...


Volkswagen launches first hybrid Golf and T-Roc

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Volkswagen launches first hybrid Golf and T-Roc

Having previously focused on plug-in electrified cars, the new Golf and T-Roc are the first production ‘self-charging’ hybrids from VW.

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Volkswagen has revealed its first production full hybrid powertrains, destined for the Golf and T-Roc.

While Volkswagen experimented with hybrids in the 1970s, the company has avoided ‘full’ or ‘self-charging’ hybrid powertrains until now.

Intended to complement the company’s existing mild and plug-in hybrids, the use of a ...


Production of new Volvo EX60 electric SUV gets underway

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Production of new Volvo EX60 electric SUV gets underway

Following unprecedented levels of customer demand, the new Volvo EX60 is now available to order in the UK, priced from £56,860.

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The first examples of the Volvo EX60 electric SUV have left the Torslanda production line in Sweden.

The latest addition to the marque’s growing range of electric SUVs, the EX60 has been subject to unprecedented demand since its announcement earlier this year. 

Revealed in January 2026, Swedish Volvo customers had already placed more than 3,000 orders by March. Other European markets, including Germany, also saw a considerable number of...


New Porsche Cayenne Coupe EV has styling inspired by the 911

Fri, 24 Apr 2026

New Porsche Cayenne Coupe EV has styling inspired by the 911

Following the launch of the Cayenne Electric SUV, Porsche has added a sleeker and sportier Coupe version. Here's what you need to know.

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Porsche has expanded its Cayenne Electric lineup with the addition of a curvaceous Coupe version.

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric has styling said to be inspired by the iconic 911. The sweeping roof of the sports car is its most obvious contribution. 

According to Thomas Stopka, head of exterior design at Style Porsche, the “gently sloping roofline sweeps elegantly over the...


HMRC fights ruling to cut VAT on public EV chargers

Fri, 24 Apr 2026

HMRC fights ruling to cut VAT on public EV chargers

Earlier this year, a First-Tier Tribunal ruled that the VAT applied to public EV charging should be slashed to five percent.

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A reduction in the level of VAT levied on public EV charging is being challenged by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), following a recent legal case.

Last year, a First-Tier Tribunal (FTT) heard an appeal from a not-for-profit charging company, Charge My Street, about the way in which VAT is applied to EV chargers. 

At present, using a public charger means electric car drivers must pay VAT at the commercial rate of 20 percent. Those using ...


The new electric Mercedes C-Class has been certified as vegan

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

The new electric Mercedes C-Class has been certified as vegan

The Vegan Society has confirmed the new C-Class as the second Mercedes-Benz model to offer a fully animal-free interior.

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The 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class saloon has been officially certified to have a vegan interior.

Continuing a partnership with the Vegan Society, the latest C-Class becomes the second Mercedes-Benz model to receive the Vegan Trademark.

Last year, the related ...


New Isuzu D-Max EV pickup debuts at Commercial Vehicle Show

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

New Isuzu D-Max EV pickup debuts at Commercial Vehicle Show

Pricing and specifications for Isuzu’s fully electric D-Max EV pickup truck have been confirmed at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026.

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Isuzu has launched its first fully electric pickup truck, with the D-Max EV revealed at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026.

The new Isuzu D-Max EV is the first electric pickup on sale in the UK with a one-tonne payload capacity. It also has the ability to tow up to 3.5 tonnes, and features permanent all-wheel drive. 

Two versions of the D-Max EV will be offered from the outset. Customers can choose between the...


Mercedes-Benz C-Class gets bold new look and electric power

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Mercedes-Benz C-Class gets bold new look and electric power

Squaring up to the new BMW i3, the first fully electric Mercedes-Benz C-Class saloon will offer a battery range of up 473 miles.

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Mercedes-Benz has revealed its first fully electric version of the compact C-Class.

The 2026 C-Class becomes the latest entrant to a growing premium electric saloon sector, following the recent unveiling of the rival BMW i3. 

With 800-volt technology and an eye-catching aerodynamic design, the new C-Class will offer a range of up to 473 miles when fully charged. It should make for a talking point in ...