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Motoring Review: Is the latest Skoda Fabia the new small car to beat?

What is it? Given the ever-increasing popularity of crossovers and compact SUVs, you might think that conventional hatchbacks are becoming somewhat redundant. However, these value-focused models continue to provide the backbone of many manufacturer ...

30 Jan 2022 at 14:33

Road Tests

UK Drive: Is the new Honda Civic the new family hatchback benchmark?

What is it? Fifty years is a long time in the automotive world, and few cars have managed to exist continuously for that sort of timeframe. One exception is the Honda Civic, which celebrates its fifth decade in 2022 with a new 11th-generation ...

28 Dec 2022 at 08:58

Road Tests

First Drive: Is the new Renault Clio the hatchback to beat?

What is it? The Renault Clio is about as well-known a car as they come. Beloved by all different types of drivers, it’s a car which has transcended motoring groups throughout the years and provided reliable, relatively low-cost transport for ...

25 Oct 2023 at 09:36

Road Tests

Long-term report: Lots of miles expose the strengths and weaknesses of our Ford Focus

It’s been a busy 2022 with our long term Ford Focus, in fact, it’s probably safe to say that it’s the hardest-working car on our fleet. Over the last few weeks, it’s visited a number of different places in the UK, including Liverpool, ...

09 Jan 2023 at 10:22

Motoring

UK Drive: Audi’s RS 3 returns to shake up the hot hatch segment

What is it? The third-generation RS3 hit the scene with what appeared to be relatively minimal changes. You could be fooled into thinking that this was more of a refresh, in truth, what with the unchanged power reserves and ...

14 Jan 2022 at 17:25

Features

The best family hatchbacks to check out this year

Despite the rising popularity of crossovers and compact SUVs, the standard hatchback still has a firm place in the motoring landscape. They’re practical, easy to live with and economical, too, so they’re often an excellent ...

25 Oct 2022 at 13:30

Motoring News

The Renault 5 Turbo 3E is a rear-wheel-drive 500bhp hot hatch

Renault has revealed one of the most hardcore hot hatches ever with the 5 Turbo 3E. The car was revealed unexpectedly in an episode of the firm’s Amazon Prime documentary series ‘Anatomy of a Comeback’ which is about the ...

13 Dec 2024 at 15:31

Motoring News

Cupra Leon range extended with Shadow Edition

Cupra has announced that its Leon hatchback and Estate range has been extended with the launch of the ‘Shadow Edition’. The new addition is based on the ‘V3’ trim level and adds further standard equipment such as ...

07 Aug 2025 at 11:30

Road Tests

Long-term report: The Cupra Leon has become a real workhorse

Four and a half months in and it’s fair to say that the Cupra Leon has become a great daily workhorse. Since I took delivery of it in February, I’ve racked up nearly 4,000 miles and I have to say, it’s been ...

25 Jun 2025 at 14:25

Road Tests

First Drive: Audi’s RS3 feels like one of the last ‘true’ hot hatches

What is it? The famous hot hatch is in a period of transition. A popular choice in the UK, these compact performance cars have always provided a great option for drivers seeking a little extra zip but in a ...

05 Aug 2025 at 11:03

Motoring

The best family hatchbacks to check out this year

The regular hatchback is the perfect fit for many drivers, despite the increasing popularity of crossovers and SUVs. This is being reflected in various vehicle line-ups from all manner of manufacturers, ...

13 Feb 2022 at 19:33

Motoring News

Updated Mercedes A-Class and B-Class models now on sale

Mercedes has opened orders for its revised A-Class and B-Class models, along with confirming specifications for the two cars. Prices for the entry-level A-Class start from £31,880 for an A180 Sport ...

27 Oct 2022 at 18:25

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