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New Ford Mondeo versus business car rivals - comparison
The latest Ford Mondeo and VW Passat have injected quality and interest back into the repmobile market. We find out how they stack up against their main rivals.
From: Autocar 31/01/2015

VW Golf GTD Estate (2015) set for Geneva show debut
Following in the gently smoking tyre tracks of the Golf R Estate, Volkswagen is hatching another hotted-up wagon as suited to conquering B-roads as it is Ikea. This time it's a diesel: the VW Golf GTD estate.
From: CAR Magazine 29/01/2015

2014 Volkswagen Golf GTI hatchback
The Volkswagen Golf GTI has a long bloodline, so it's no surprise the seventh version is fast, sophisticated and polished. Racey, yes, but also surprisingly usable.
From: CARkeys 29/01/2015

New Jaguar F-Pace SUV spied testing
The new Jaguar F-Pace has started testing on the road with close-to-production bodywork in preparation for its launch in 2016.
From: Autocar 29/01/2015

New Volkswagen Golf GTD Estate revealed
High-performance diesel Golf estate will be revealed at the Geneva show before going on sale in the UK in June.
From: Autocar 29/01/2015

2015 Hyundai Genesis - pricing, specification and engines
The 2015 Hyundai Genesis will be priced from £47,995 when it goes on sale in the UK this April.
From: Autocar 29/01/2015

Spyker handed a lifeline after successful appeal against bankruptcy
Dutch sports car firm comes out of bankruptcy after appeal; hints at imminent merger with US electric aircraft company.
From: Autocar 29/01/2015

Hyundai rules out sports car in favour of more performance models
Hyundai UK boss Tony Whitehorn has dashed rumours of a new sports car for the brand, instead saying the Korean firm will focus on hotter, performance versions of its existing products.
From: Autocar 29/01/2015

All-wheel-drive Kia Soul EV concept for Chicago motor show
Kia says it will introduce a new concept car at the Chicago motor show next month.
From: Autocar 29/01/2015

Renewed push to promote the benefits of LPG
It is "patently absurd" that the UK hasn't embraced liquefied petroleum gas as a car fuel with the same enthusiasm as other nations, say champions for LPG.
From: Autocar 29/01/2015

New Renault-Alpine racer revealed for Gran Turismo
Virtual concept car presented as a full-scale model, with its design partly informed by the upcoming Alpine sports car.
From: Autocar 28/01/2015

The cars of Vision Gran Turismo - picture special
Digital concepts from Aston Martin, Nissan, Toyota and many more help to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Gran Turismo racing series.
From: Autocar 28/01/2015

Facelifted BMW M135i - first pictures
The facelifted BMW 135i has been revealed, a couple of weeks after BMW issued full details on the revised 1 Series. The six-cylinder hot hatchback will go on sale in the UK this spring after it makes its public debut at the Geneva motor show in March.
From: Autocar 28/01/2015

Limited-edition Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Red Vapor revealed
A limited-edition version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT performance SUV will go on sale next month, priced from £64,999.
From: Autocar 28/01/2015

2016 Porsche Panamera - latest spy pictures
Porsche plans a total revamp for its second-generation saloon, giving it sharper looks, an advanced new platform and new V6 and V8 engines.
From: Autocar 27/01/2015

Mitsubishi previews new plug-in hybrid concept
Mitsubishi has previewed a new concept car that will make its debut at the Geneva motor show in March.
From: Autocar 27/01/2015

2015 Hyundai ix20 facelift - first spy pictures
Hyundai readies its updated ix20 compact MPV for a year-end launch, with a debut at the Frankfurt motor show likely.
From: Autocar 27/01/2015

Mitsubishi to show new plug-in hybrid crossover at Geneva
Perhaps predictably, Mitsubishi is sticking with its two key brand pillars at the 2015 Geneva motor show: it'll show another crossover that's also a plug-in hybrid.
From: CAR Magazine 27/01/2015

Volvo to focus on plug-in hybrid models, but full EVs also ready
Volvo is ready to launch fully electric cars - but won't do so until market or legislative demand makes it necessary, according to vice president of product strategy, Lex Kerssemakers.
From: Autocar 26/01/2015

Renault Kadjar SUV to take on Nissan Qashqai
French company confirms that its new crossover will be called the Renault Kadjar and is set to go on display at the Geneva motor show.
From: Autocar 26/01/2015

Hardcore Porsche Boxster in development for 2016 launch
A more sporting version of the Porsche Boxster, which could become a successor to 2011's Boxster Spyder, is in development.
From: Autocar 26/01/2015

What's coming when - the new cars arriving in 2015 and 2016
Autocar's new cars calendar gives you all the information on 2015 and 2016's new arrivals, as we round up all the new models going on sale in the UK.
From: Autocar 25/01/2015

Saying goodbye to the Audi R8 - picture special
The first generation of Audi R8 is signing off with the limited-edition LMX model. Nic Cackett goes for a farewell drive.
From: Autocar 25/01/2015

McLaren 650S track special: is this the new 'Long Tail?'
McLaren has released two teaser pictures of a mystery new variant of the 650S supercar, which will go on display alongside the McLaren P1 GTR at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show.
From: CAR Magazine 23/01/2015

The 2015 Honda CR-V
Comprehensive updates to 2015 Honda CR-V deliver enhanced style, engines and technology.
From: AutoInsider 23/01/2015

The new Peugeot 308 GT
Award-winning PEUGEOT 308 introduces performance GT models.
From: AutoInsider 23/01/2015

2015 Vauxhall Astra nears year-end debut
All-new Astra will offer better interior quality and new exterior styling, and looks set to be unveiled towards the end of this year.
From: Autocar 23/01/2015

Lamborghini Huracan GT3 (2015): the Huracan's going racing
Not a car lacking in visual drama, the Lamborghini Huracan. But this new racing version, the Lamborghini Huracan GT3, turns the extremity up a notch further than 11.
From: CAR Magazine 22/01/2015

Mercedes-Benz to push future technology
After the launch of its F015 concept, Mercedes says the key to complex new tech is to make it relevant and palatable to customers.
From: Autocar 22/01/2015

Hydrogen-powered 2015 Toyota Mirai - new price info and specs
Toyota has revealed more information on its upcoming hydrogen-powered car, which will be called Toyota Mirai. The model was previously known as the FCV.
From: Autocar 22/01/2015

Slow-selling Ford EcoSport to get updates
EcoSport baby SUV is set to be updated with better interior fittings, modified suspension and the option to remove its spare wheel from May.
From: Autocar 22/01/2015

PSA puts Hybrid Air technology on back burner
PSA's innovative and fuel-saving Hybrid Air technology is being scaled down because of rising development costs.
From: Autocar 22/01/2015

New Jaguar XF R-Sport Black model revealed
Jaguar has announced changes to its XF line-up, which now includes a new R-Sport Black model and upgrades to other trim levels.
From: Autocar 21/01/2015

2015 Subaru Outback pricing and spec revealed
This fifth-generation of the Outback features a new exterior design, a more spacious and higher quality interior as well as a range of new safety equipment.
From: Autocar 21/01/2015

Mercedes-Benz Shooting Brakes winning young buyers
The growing range of Mercedes-Benz Shooting Brake models is drawing in more new, younger customers to the brand than expected, according to the firm's head of design Gorden Wagener.
From: Autocar 21/01/2015

Volvo plans to grow Cross Country brand
Volvo will build more Cross Country models in future and exploit the brand more aggressively, according to the firm's vice-president of product strategy, Lex Kerssemakers.
From: Autocar 21/01/2015

New Generation i20 now available
New Generation i20 available at Hyundai dealers nationwide from Thursday 22nd January, priced from £10,695 OTR
From: AutoInsider 21/01/2015

Mustang Order Books Open
The new Ford Mustang can now be specified and ordered in the UK.
From: AutoInsider 21/01/2015

Jaguar XF R-Sport Black (2015): last hurrah for the current XF
To stoke the embers of the Jaguar XF range and keep sales ticking over until its replacement arrives, JLR has announced various equipment upgrades and a new run-out variant called the Jaguar XF R-Sport Black.
From: CAR Magazine 21/01/2015

2015 Peugeot 308 GT hatchback review
The Peugeot 308 GT models bridge the performance gap between regular 308 runabouts and the forthcoming 308 hot hatch.
From: CARkeys 21/01/2015

2014 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 review
The Jeep Cherokee is a distinctive looking choice of mid-size 4x4 which aims to take on the best in its class. Unlike with other 4x4s made by Jeep in the past, the American manufacturer has put a lot more emphasis on attracting European customers.
From: CARkeys 21/01/2015

2016 Bentley Bentayga - engines, specification and gallery
Bentley has revealed the name of its long-trailed luxury SUV. The Bentayga will be "revealed to the world later this year and go on sale in 2016", the company says. It will combine "pinnacle luxury and performance".
From: Autocar 20/01/2015

New Lotus Evora to be revealed at Geneva show in March
British sports car firm announces global sales growth and confirms a new model launch for the Geneva motor show.
From: Autocar 20/01/2015

McLaren 650S Le Mans special edition revealed
McLaren Special Operations has announced a limited-edition 650S, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the McLaren F1 GTR's victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race.
From: Autocar 20/01/2015

Caterham launches approved used scheme for secondhand thrills
Caterham has launched a new approved used scheme to give secondhand buyers more reassurance when taking the plunge and buying a used track-day toy.
From: CAR Magazine 20/01/2015

2014 BMW M3 saloon review
The BMW M3 has been a popular choice of performance car for a few decades now. While the coupe and convertible versions have been replaced by the M4, the M3 is still offered in a saloon variant. The M3 saloon mixes a practical executive car design with potent performance on the road.
From: CARkeys 19/01/2015

2014 SEAT Leon Cupra hatchback review
The Leon Cupra is SEAT's main entry in the hot hatch market segment, pitting itself against some of the quickest competitors within here. Using a feisty 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, the Leon Cupra aims to please driving enthusiasts with lots of power mixed with sharp handling.
From: CARkeys 19/01/2015

2013 Audi RS 7 Sportback review
This is the largest entry in Audi's infamous 'RS' high-performance model line-up. The RS 7 Sportback looks to wow drivers with its exotic interior and a feisty twin-turbo V8.
From: CARkeys 19/01/2015

2012 Mazda CX-5 crossover review
The Mazda CX-5 is one of the more stylish entries in the crowded crossover market segment. It looks to take sales off premium and non-premium models by offering lots of kit as standard and very efficient engines.
From: CARkeys 19/01/2015

McLaren confirms P1 GTR for 2015 Geneva motor show
McLaren has confirmed it will show the production P1 GTR at this spring's Geneva motor show. Woking has issued the development video of the maximum-attack P1, which we've posted below ahead of its March debut.
From: CAR Magazine 19/01/2015

Could Renault's aluminium-air battery be a game-changer for electric cars?
Renault is the front-runner to adopt a game-changing aluminium-air battery, which could yield a sevenfold boost in the electric Zoe's 130-mile range.
From: CAR Magazine 19/01/2015

Jeep considers new sub-Renegade SUV
Jeep is evaluating the launch of an even smaller car to its Nissan Juke-rivalling Renegade, but it cannot yet see a business case for such a model, according to its CEO Mike Manly.
From: Autocar 18/01/2015

Driving Toyota's GT86 rally car - picture special
The GT86 CS-R3 is an off-the-shelf rally car created by Toyota Motorsport and it's even more fun than the road-going version, as Matt Prior discovers.
From: Autocar 17/01/2015

McLaren P1 GTR to be revealed at Geneva Motor Show
The McLaren P1 GTR will make its public debut at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, the company has confirmed.
From: Autocar 16/01/2015

London council brings in parking surcharge for diesel vehicles
Islington Council votes for a £96 additional 'diesel' charge for resident parking permits.
From: Autocar 16/01/2015

The McLaren P1 GTR to debut at Geneva
The track-only model will make its global debut in production form at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show in March.
From: AutoInsider 16/01/2015

The new BMW 1 Series
The new BMW 1 Series sees the introduction of powerplants from the BMW Group's new engine family.
From: AutoInsider 16/01/2015

The open top Aygo x-pression
Feel the ice in the your hair with the new Aygo x-pression.
From: AutoInsider 16/01/2015

Google partners with car makers to develop its autonomous car
Google is seeking to partner with major car makers and component giants in a bid to bring its self-driving car to market, probably by the end of the decade.
From: CAR Magazine 16/01/2015

BMW 1-series 2015 facelift is here - with prettier face
The new 2015 BMW 1-series hatchback family has taken a style lesson from the 2-series coupe and convertible twins - borrowing their front end lock, stock and barrel.
From: CAR Magazine 16/01/2015

2015 Honda Civic Type R caught in final weeks of testing
300bhp Civic Type R undergoing tweaks ahead of 'late spring' deliveries.
From: Autocar 15/01/2015

New Mercedes S-class cabriolet confirmed
Luxurious convertible version of the latest Mercedes S-class confirmed; set to take on the Bentley Continental GTC later in 2015.
From: Autocar 15/01/2015

Mercedes S-class Pullman to launch in 2015
The Mercedes-Maybach S-class Pullman will be revealed in the first half of 2015, it has been confirmed.
From: Autocar 15/01/2015

Mercedes plans new Maybach SUV
A Maybach-branded SUV is 'likely' to be made, say officials, with a view to taking on upcoming luxury SUV offerings from Bentley and Rolls-Royce.
From: Autocar 15/01/2015

Future BMW M cars could go 4wd, says boss
BMW's M division CEO Franciscus van Meel has hinted that a four-wheel drive option is likely to make an appearance on larger M cars in the near future.
From: CAR Magazine 14/01/2015

Alfa Romeo 4C Spider (2015) unveiled at Detroit show
A car so logical for Alfa Romeo that it almost undermines the carmaker's passionate, heart-on-sleeve image, the 4C Spider will offer an open-top alternative to the coupe.
From: CAR Magazine 14/01/2015

The new NSX is here
Twenty five years after the original NSX was released we get the latest version from Acura.
From: AutoInsider 14/01/2015

Alfa Romeo 4C Spider unveiled in Detroit
If you like carbon fibre you'll like this.
From: AutoInsider 14/01/2015

2016 Lincoln MKX unveiled at Detroit motor show
New Lincoln MKX will go on sale in the US this autumn featuring added safety, better dynamics and a new engine.
From: Autocar 14/01/2015

GAC reveals new GS4 compact SUV in Detroit
GAC says it has created a new benchmark for Chinese cars and has big plans to break into the vibrant US and European markets.
From: Autocar 14/01/2015

2016 Volvo S90 to rival Jaguar XF
Volvo's replacement for the current S80 will look to rival top-end models from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar when it is launched later this year.
From: Autocar 14/01/2015

Mercedes-AMG plans hot GT Black Series
AMG boss confirms that a GT Black Series is coming, along with a convertible version.
From: Autocar 14/01/2015

Volkswagen launches new Club Up and Street Up
Volkswagen has launched two new versions of its Up supermini. The new Street Up and Club Up are both now open for orders, with first deliveries planned for March.
From: Autocar 14/01/2015

Fiat Chrysler boss Sergio Marchionne's seven predictions for 2015
Chrysler group's CEO Sergio Marchionne faced myriad questions at the 2015 Detroit motor show, on subjects as diverse as electric power and Jeep production. CAR magazine caught up with him at one of his legendary Q&A sessions at the NAIAS.
From: CAR Magazine 13/01/2015

Crewe names 2016 SUV as the Bentley Bentayga!
The wait is over to hear the name of Crewe's new 2016 SUV: we can now confirm you are looking at what will become the new Bentley Bentayga.
From: CAR Magazine 13/01/2015

2015 SsangYong Tivoli gets public debut in Korea
New baby SUV rival for the Nissan Juke shown in Seoul; arrives in UK dealers in June.
From: Autocar 13/01/2015

BMW M boss says M2, X3 M and X4 M in development
New BMW M boss Frank Van Meel lifts the lid on his vision for the performance brand, including more models and all-wheel drive.
From: Autocar 13/01/2015

New Mini John Cooper Works unveiled
Performance-orientated Mini gets 228bhp from its 2.0-litre turbocharged engine; reaches the UK in April.
From: Autocar 13/01/2015

Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S Coupe at 2015 Detroit motor show
Here's one of the more shocking sights of the 2015 Detroit motor show: the new Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S Coupe.
From: CAR Magazine 12/01/2015

All-new Ford GT revealed in Detroit
Ford unwraps its Detroit motor show surprise, a new version of the GT supercar which will arrive in 2016.
From: Autocar 12/01/2015

Jaguar Land Rover to create 1300 new jobs at Solihull plant
Jaguar Land Rover is to create 1300 new jobs at its Solihull plant, where the new F-Pace performance crossover and other all-aluminium models will be constructed.
From: Autocar 12/01/2015

Mercedes C350 Plug-in Hybrid added to C-class range
Mercedes-Benz has added a second plug-in hybrid to its line-up in the form of the new C350 Plug-in Hybrid.
From: Autocar 12/01/2015

The price of petrol falls below £1 per litre
The price of petrol has dipped below £1 per litre for the first time in five years.
From: Autocar 12/01/2015

2015 Chevrolet Volt unveiled in Detroit
GM's plug-in hybrid gets a complete revamp, but it won't be coming to Europe.
From: Autocar 12/01/2015

Chevrolet unveils new Bolt crossover EV with a 200-mile range
Chevrolet's Detroit motor show concept showcases its vision for an affordable all-electric vehicle and looks very likely to make production.
From: Autocar 12/01/2015

Jaguar really is building an SUV, and it's called the F-Pace
It's happening. Jaguar has confirmed an SUV will join its line-up in 2016. What's more, it has a name. Ready for this? It's called the Jaguar F-Pace.
From: CAR Magazine 11/01/2015

Infiniti Q60 concept at 2015 Detroit show. Target: BMW 4-series
Infiniti has shown its new Q60 Coupe concept at the 2015 North American International Auto Show, aka the Detroit show.
From: CAR Magazine 11/01/2015

The UK car market winners and losers of 2014
As a year of strong UK sales draws to a close, David Francis delivers his end-of-term report on who did what.
From: Autocar 11/01/2015

Volvo S60 Cross Country revealed at Detroit show - first pictures
The Volvo S60 is the latest model in the Swedish manufacturer's line-up to receive the brand's Cross Country treatment.
From: Autocar 11/01/2015

Urban Truck Ultimate RS (2015): the 500bhp Land Rover Defender
Land Rover earlier this week showed off a trio of limited-edition Defender run-out models to mark the beginning of the end for production of the iconic off-roader.
From: CAR Magazine 09/01/2015

Vauxhall and Opel to improve brand image
Both Vauxhall and Opel need to improve their brand image, according to Vauxhall managing director Tim Tozer and Opel-Vauxhall design chief Mark Adams.
From: Autocar 09/01/2015

Zenos E10 S makes its debut at the Autosport International show
Zenos cars has unveiled a more powerful version of its E10 sports car, dubbed the E10 S, at the Autosport International show.
From: Autocar 09/01/2015

Detroit motor show 2015 preview
A new Audi SUV, Honda's NSX sports car and a host of vehicle debuts from Mercedes-Benz means January's Detroit motor show should kick 2015 off in style.
From: Autocar 09/01/2015

Volvo S60 Cross Country (2015): a saloon in hiking boots
Volvo's been making jacked-up, off-road-oriented versions of its estate cars for years. But it's never applied the big wheels 'n' skidplates formula to a saloon before. (And nor has anyone else, for that matter.) Until now: say hello to the Volvo S60 Cross Country.
From: CAR Magazine 08/01/2015

Seat Leon ST Cupra 280: is this 2015's hottest estate?
The Spanish are hellbent on shedding their reputation as the weak link in Volkswagen's empire, and judging by the rate of change in Martorell in recent years we'd say they're doing a great job of banishing that underdog status for good. The new Seat Leon ST Cupra 280 estate, unveiled today, will do plenty to continue altering perceptions.
From: CAR Magazine 08/01/2015

Noble shows prototype open-top M600 at Autosport International
Noble has revealed an open-top version of its M600 supercar at this year's Autosport International show. It is the first car from the British manufacturer to adopt a semi-automatic gearbox.
From: Autocar 08/01/2015

CES 2015 round-up: best car gadgetry from annual Vegas tech-fest
The International CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas is underway once again, an annual melting pot of futuristic tech, from 3D printers to robotics.
From: CAR Magazine 07/01/2015

UK 2014 car sales analysis: winners and losers
Britain's new-car market is booming, official figures out this morning prove - with the biggest registration bonanza for a decade.
From: CAR Magazine 07/01/2015

Aston Martin Vantage GT3 road car (2015) teased
Aston Martin today confirmed it would build a Vantage GT3 road car, to provide a Porsche-style fillip to the ageing British sports car range.
From: CAR Magazine 07/01/2015

Land Rover Defender run-out specials, stay of execution
Land Rover has shown a hat-trick of Defender special editions, as it prepares to wind down production of the seminal 4x4 at its Solihull factory in December 2015.
From: CAR Magazine 07/01/2015

Bentley eyes up smaller SUV to follow full-size model
Bentley's first ever SUV will be revealed this year, but bosses are already gauging interest in a second, smaller SUV model.
From: Autocar 07/01/2015

Skoda Fabia is 2015 What Car? Car of the Year
The Skoda Fabia has won the most prestigious motoring award in the UK - What Car? Car of the Year, in association with Warranty Direct.
From: Autocar 07/01/2015

Lexus GS F (2015) squares up to BMW M5
The new Lexus GS F super-saloon you see here will form the centrepiece of the Lexus stand at the 2015 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), aka next week's Detroit show. And as well as ushering in a new performance saloon, it's our first look at a revised GS range.
From: CAR Magazine 06/01/2015

Ariel Nomad unveiled (2015): the Atom veers off road
The new Ariel Nomad unveiled this week is the tougher, muddier brother to the Atom sports car. There's no doubting the lineage of the two: the scaffold chassis and Ariel design cues leave you in no doubt this is another product of Simon Saunders' maverick team in Somerset, England.
From: CAR Magazine 06/01/2015

Mercedes F 015 Luxury in Motion self-driving car at CES
If you thought your S-class could practically drive on its own, wait until you see the new Mercedes-Benz F 015 Luxury in Motion concept car.
From: CAR Magazine 06/01/2015

Jaguar development guru Norman Dewis honoured with an OBE
Renowned Jaguar test and development engineer Norman Dewis has received an OBE in the New Year Honours list for 2015.
From: Autocar 06/01/2015

Detroit Electric SP:01 detailed ahead of 2016 launch
Detroit Electric has pushed back the launch of its SP:01 electric sports car, but promises the model will be "the world's fastest pure-electric production two-seater sports car" when it goes on sale in 2016.
From: Autocar 06/01/2015

Infiniti Q60 coupe concept revealed (2015)
Following that shadowy teaser image issued before Christmas, Infiniti has revealed its Q60 concept in full. The two-door coupe concept will make its debut at the Detroit motor show from January 13th 2015.
From: CAR Magazine 05/01/2015

Citroen considers new sports models
French firm is exploring the possibility of more sporting model derivatives, buoyed by its success in the World Touring Car Championship.
From: Autocar 05/01/2015

Porsche 911 hybrid 'possible'
The chances of the long-mooted Porsche 911 plug-in hybrid becoming a reality are strengthening.
From: Autocar 05/01/2015

Ferrari could make even more hardcore LaFerrari FXX K
An 'Evoluzione' version of the recently revealed FXX K could be made, say officials, but it's not likely to be seen for a number of years.
From: Autocar 05/01/2015

All-new Chevrolet Volt previewed
General Motors has briefly teased the all-new Chevrolet Volt at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, ahead of its full public debut at the Detroit motor show on 15 January.
From: Autocar 05/01/2015

New Volkswagen Golf R Touch revealed at CES
Volkswagen offers a look at the dashboard of the future with this upgraded 292bhp Golf R, which is on display at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
From: Autocar 05/01/2015

Citroen C4 Cactus versus the desert - picture special
Citroen's C4 Cactus is a one-of-a-kind car that invites adventure. See all the best pics from when we took it to the desert.
From: Autocar 04/01/2015

How to buy a used Bugatti Veyron
"The world almost certainly doesn't need a car like the Bugatti Veyron," we said in our landmark 5000th road test back in March 2011. "But the fact that it exists in the first place is, we feel, reason in itself to celebrate."
From: Autocar 03/01/2015

The streets that made Mini - picture special
The third-generation Mini has roots all over the country. Hilton Holloway traces the London origins of this motoring icon.
From: Autocar 02/01/2015

Comparison: three-cylinder engines on test
Turbocharged three-cylinder engines prove that downsizing can still be fun, but which triple reigns supreme? Matt Saunders decides.
From: Autocar 01/01/2015

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