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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

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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.

The Independent UK

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

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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

The Independent UK

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

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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

The Independent UK

There’s never been a better time to switch to an EV – just ask this reformed petrolhead

DRIVESMART: With fuel costs climbing, electric vehicles editor Steve Fowler – a former petrolhead – shares why now is the perfect time to consider the switch from petrol to electric

The Independent UK

Alpine accelerates EV future with new tech for all-electric A110

French F1 team confirms next-generation sports car and a new Alpine Performance Platform as part of Renault Group growth plans

The Independent UK

Sue could give you a lift home with no driver needed

All-electric, self-driving people mover targets rural and urban transport gaps with human-centric design

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The Independent UK

Omoda 7 SHS review: Family-style plug-in hybrid SUV targets fashion-conscious buyers with a 745-mile range

Priced from £32,000, the Omoda 7 is offering a lot of size, tech and electrification for its cost

The Independent UK

The growing car repair crisis that could leave you off the road for quite some time

DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, Steve Fowler warns of a looming car repair crisis that could leave drivers struggling to get even minor damage fixed, as a growing skills shortage threatens a £35bn industry vital to keeping Britain on the road

The Independent UK

Tesla’s cheapest Model 3 offers a 332-mile range and stunning value – here’s our verdict

This entry-level Model 3 targets buyers with strong efficiency, competitive pricing and Tesla’s trademark technology

The Independent UK

Grok AI gets a ‘sexy’ personality for UK Tesla owners but it can argue with you, too

The free in-car AI companion gets multiple personality modes that include Motivation, Romantic and Argumentative

The Independent UK

What Elon Musk’s next moves could mean for Tesla and EVs

DRIVESMART: Has the Tesla bubble burst? EV editor Steve Fowler explores what falling sales and Musk’s vision for the company could mean for the future of EVs in this week’s DriveSmart newsletter

The Independent UK

Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid review: Impressive family-friendly SUV is more than just great value

It’s another sub-£30,000 Chinese-made plug-in hybrid SUV, but the Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid CSH is one of the better options

The Independent UK

New affordable MG2 will ‘make you smile’ – here’s how it could look

Exclusive: Our renderings show the new model’s potential design

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