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Best hot hatches 2024 – the most fun, and the one to avoid

A great hot hatch needs to combine driving fun with everyday usability. So, which models do it best..

George Hill, Mon Sep 30 2024

Best estate cars 2024 – the top choices if you need a big boot

An estate car needs to be practical, but the best models are also comfortable, well equipped and aff..

Darren Moss, Mon Sep 30 2024

The 10 cheapest hybrid cars you can buy – reviewed and rated

Hybrids bridge the gap between petrol and fully electric cars, combining an engine with an electric..

George Hill, Sun Sep 29 2024

What is an electric car heat pump and how does it work?

A battery heat pump could make a big difference to your electric car’s range and efficiency. Here we..

George Hill, Sat Sep 28 2024

BYD Seal long-term test: report 1

Can a brand that's relatively new to the UK show established names a thing or two in the highly comp..

Steve Huntingford, Fri Sep 27 2024

Best performance cars 2024: the thrillers to buy – and avoid

The best performance cars combine sports car-rivalling acceleration and engaging handling with impre..

Mark Pearson, Fri Sep 27 2024

How going electric helped me buy a BMW

Learn how smart home charging gave BMW iX3 driver James the opportunity to purchase a more premium c..

What Car? Promotion, Tue Sep 03 2024

What is WLTP? Official economy and emissions tests explained

Official WLTP test figures for fuel economy, CO2 emissions and electric range can make a big impact..

George Hill, Tue Sep 24 2024

The all-electric MINI Cooper: find your perfect spec

Here’s how to choose your perfect balance of style, tech, practicality, sporty driving character and..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Sep 04 2024

Businesses to share electric car charging facilities

New platform aims to cut charging costs for electric company cars by letting them charge at business..

Eleanor Cooper, Tue Sep 24 2024

Real MPG: most economical small SUVs

What Car?'s Real MPG tests reveal the real fuel economy figures you can expect from a car. Here we r..

Darren Moss, Tue Sep 24 2024

Volkswagen ID 7 long-term test: report 4

With the promise of space, comfort and a long range, could the VW ID 7 be the perfect posh commuter..

Stuart Milne, Tue Sep 24 2024

Best executive cars 2024 – tested, rated, plus those to avoid

Great executive cars are comfortable, classy and well equipped, yet also cheap to run. Here we name..

George Hill, Tue Sep 24 2024

Renault Clio long-term test

In January, we named the latest Clio our Small Car of the Year. But now we're seeing if it continues..

Jonty Renk, Mon Sep 23 2024

New Maxus eTerron 9: UK’s first four-wheel-drive electric pick-up truck

New all-electric Maxus eTerron 9 pick-up truck gets four-wheel-drive and a range of up to 267 miles

Eleanor Cooper, Mon Sep 23 2024

Best used small SUVs for less than £10,000

Small SUVs are some of the most popular used cars in the UK right now. Here are our top 10 favourite..

Oliver Young, Sat Sep 21 2024

What is one-pedal driving and how does it work?

Many electric cars and plug-in hybrids offer one-pedal driving capability. Here, we explain what it..

George Hill, Sat Sep 21 2024

Other ways to follow What Car?

Get the latest car news, reviews and advice from us via our social media channels so you don’t miss..

Ayisha Gharu, Sat Sep 21 2024

Best family SUVs 2024: our favourite SUVs for kids and cargo

Want practicality, class and an elevated driving position in a relatively compact and affordable pac..

Stuart Milne, Fri Sep 20 2024

Skoda Kamiq long-term test: report 4

The Skoda Kamiq is consistently among the most popular cars on Whatcar.com, and it's just been given..

John Bradshaw, Thu Sep 19 2024