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Plug-in Hybrid vehicles are more popular than ever with UK buyers as Mitsubishi Motors rejoins the market with seven-seat Outlander PHEV
Mitsubishi tells us… Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle market increases by 30% in October and 40.7% year-to-date New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV launched in June 2026, adding to consumer choice Outlander PHEV now available with seven-seat configuration for the first time in the UK 10th November 2026 – The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), once firmly … Read More ››
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Plug-in Hybrid vehicles are more popular than ever with UK buyers as Mitsubishi Motors rejoins the market with seven-seat Outlander PHEV
Mitsubishi tells us… Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle market increases by 30% in October and 40.7% year-to-date New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV launched in June 2026, adding to … Read more ››
Showstopping creations transform Palace House into Alice’s Christmas Wonderland festive experience at Beaulieu
Beaulieu tells us... Vans are rolling into Beaulieu with installations to transform Palace House into Alice’s Christmas Wonderland for visitors to ‘tumble down the rabbit hole’ … Read more ››
Davanti Tyres launches new Protoura Sport Evo
Davanti Tyres has officially launched the Protoura Sport Evo, its newest flagship ultra-high performance (UHP) summer tyre. Davanti tells us... (Photograph and all words … Read more ››
Tickets Go On Sale for Beaulieu’s 2027 Events as Kids Go FREE to Autojumbles
Beaulieu tells us... Tickets for Beaulieu’s 2027 events are now on sale, with many offering earlybird savings. The 2027 calendar promises a packed programme of automotive … Read more ››
Toyota bZ4X Touring – Road Test
By Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) Toyota offers a very wide range of models worldwide and never seems to hesitate hauling out yet another to meet owners’ needs, as it has … Read more ››
The Motor Ombudsman names Graham Clark as the inaugural winner of its Outstanding Achievement Award
The Motor Ombudsman tells us... Graham Clark, co-founder of the award-winning Anderson Clark Motor Repairs independent garage in Inverness, Scotland, has been named the winner … Read more ››
American style of 1930s Buicks donated to the National Motor Museum
The National Motor Museum tells us: Two beautifully restored Buick cars have been donated to the National Motor Museum Trust. Although the cars have an American brand, they are … Read more ››
The Motor Ombudsman celebrates a decade as the Ombudsman for the automotive sector
The Motor Ombudsman tells us... The Motor Ombudsman marks 10 years as the dedicated Ombudsman for the automotive sector, serving as an authoritative independent and impartial … Read more ››
October 2026 new car registrations climb – for now
Robin Roberts (and WheelsWithinWales) reports... The UK new car market rose 5.4% to 152,730 registrations in October, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and … Read more ››
Why mobile tyre fitting is perfect for busy drivers
Mobile tyre fitting can be a great help for you and your car... Note: This feature incorporates sponsored content. Day to day life in the UK often feels like a never-ending … Read more ››
Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp restoration team shortlisted in RAC Historic Awards
World Land Speed Record breaker Sunbeam 1000hp restoration team is shortlisted in Royal Automobile Club Historic Awards The National Motor Museum tells us: Senior Engineer Ian … Read more ››
Why a clean MOT Is not the same as a clean vehicle history
A Pass slip Is not a promise The VINinspect Mazda VIN decoder can provide Mazda owners/buyers worldwide with available vehicle information. Note: This feature incorporates … Read more ››
Changan Deepal SO5 Ultra Phev – First Impressions
Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) writes… Barely six months after launching its first mid-sized SUV pure electric model in Britain, China’s latest entrant has just strengthened … Read more ››
Beaulieu unveils 2027 event dates as children go FREE at Spring and International Autojumbles
Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Visitors can start planning their 2027 adventures as Beaulieu reveals its event dates for the year ahead, with a … Read more ››
Little relief for UK motorists in today’s Budget, and even higher costs down the road
Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) writes... The Budget announced today will continue freezing some costs for drivers, increase allowances but also delay implementing new charges … Read more ››
Mercedes-Benz’s oldest commercial vehicle to join the RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
Benz combination delivery vehicle to celebrate 130 years of Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles on Britain’s roads An extraordinary piece of automotive history will take to the … Read more ››
St James’s Motoring Spectacle – this Saturday, 31st October
PALL MALL BECOMES A 140-YEAR JOURNEY THROUGH THE WORLD OF MOTORING From the world’s earliest cars to the latest hypercars, the third St … Read more ››
Celebrate the trailblazing women shaping the worlds of gaming and cars at the British Motor Museum!
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from the Museum). Playground Games and the British Motor Museum are hosting an event honouring the trailblazing … Read more ››
Lexus ES350e – Road Test
Robin Roberts (WheelsWithinWales) writes… Maturity comes respect and in the age of electric cars, the Lexus ES has earned a place at the head of the queue. The new, eighth … Read more ››
Motoring freedoms celebrated on 2026 RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
Biggest and best entry in recent years as more than 400 pioneering cars line-up for the world’s longest-running motoring celebration We are told... The magical RM Sotheby’s … Read more ››