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GWM's flat-eight motorbike proves Chinese car makers can have fun

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Why a plug-in hybrid is rarely the best car for the job

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6 December 2024
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1 December 2024
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Niche car ownership forums are the best pages on the internet

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The French brand is pushing to build electric cars that you truly desire to own

29 November 2024
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Plug-in hybrid cars can do 100mpg, but they need to be honest

Plug-in hybrids offer the best of both worlds, but the figures can be misleading

27 November 2024
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Rewriting ZEV mandate rules is the right thing to do

Tough government targets are now resulting in job losses and factory closures in car industry. Action has to be taken

26 November 2024
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Ora 03 maker GWM to launch Haval SUVs in UK next year

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