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DS 4 Crossback BlueHDi 180 review: 2015 first drive

Looking for off-road style without any real off-road ability? The new DS 4 Crossback is worth a look.

DS 4 THP 210 Prestige review: 2015 first drive

The DS 4 is now better looking and better to drive. But is it enough for it to compete with its German rivals?

Lexus GS F review: 2015 first drive

Lexus is best known for fuel-sipping hybrids, not flame-spitting super saloons. And no matter how good the new GS F is, that’s unlikely to change. You see, this flagship V8-engined GS is destined to remain a rare sight. Lexus expects to shift just 100 each year in the UK – half as many as the RC F coupe. But therein lies the rub, because selling in small numbers is a big part of this car’s appeal. Put simply, you won’t spot another in the golf club car park.

Boris has bought a Toyota Mirai hydrogen-powered car

Zero-emissions fuel cell Toyota is coming to London

Renaultsport Clio 220 Trophy (2015) road test review

Stung by criticism of the standard Clio 200 hot hatch, Renault has responded with the Clio 220 Trophy. As its name suggests, it boasts an extra 20hp, plus 40% stiffer suspension, sticky Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres and a quicker-shifting semi-automatic gearbox. Can the Trophy restore Renaultsport’s reputation?

Two-thirds of motorists ‘less likely to buy a Volkswagen’ after dieselgate scandal

Car buyers say they don't trust VW engineers after emissions scandal

Audi A4 2.0 TDI 150 Ultra SE review: 2015 first drive

On British roads in Audi's big-selling new 2.0-litre TDI A4

Calls for 20mph limits to reduce NOx emissions

But they'd actually increase CO2 emissions...

Smoking in cars with children is now BANNED

Kwik Fit warns that many drivers aren't aware of new laws

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