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Hyundai launches world's first contactless car

The Ioniq has payment points where the public can tap their contactless methods to donate to Stand Up To Cancer

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Hyundai launches world's first contactless car

With five contactless points situated around the car, the world-first fundraising initiative is in aid of Stand Up To Cancer

28 April 2017

Hyundai launches world's first contactless car

Vauxhall Zafira

The Vauxhall Zafira was first recalled in 2015

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Vauxhall "reckless" over Zafira fires, say MPs

A damning government report has criticised Vauxhall's reaction to fires in its Zafira, accusing it of putting public safety at risk

28 April 2017

Vauxhall "reckless" over Zafira fires, say MPs

Opinion: here’s hoping the Skoda Karoq can do everything the Yeti did

The Yeti has been a quiet success for Skoda since launching in 2009

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Here’s hoping the Skoda Karoq can do everything the Yeti did

We reminisce on the charms of the outgoing Skoda Yeti, which is being replaced with with a name, the Karoq

28 April 2017

Here’s hoping the Skoda Karoq can do everything the Yeti did

major European automotive bodies are warning of the potential damage that Brexit could do to the automotive industry

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Leading EU automotive bodies warn of potential Brexit damage

The automotive bodies' stance on protecting the industry in the wake of Brexit reflects that of the UK equivalent, the SMMT, according to its chief executive Mike Hawes

27 April 2017

Leading EU automotive bodies warn of potential Brexit damage

AMG to launch standalone showrooms in Britain

Having launched the first AMG store in Tokyo earlier this year, the performance arm of Mercedes now has imminent plans for showrooms in Sydney, Shanghai and Abu Dhabi

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AMG to launch standalone showrooms in Britain

AMG boss Tobias Moers said it's “only a matter of time" before the UK gets a store; the first one opened in Tokyo this year

25 April 2017

AMG to launch standalone showrooms in Britain

Citroen C5 Aircross

Tavares hopes the Citroen C5 Aircross, pictured against the backdrop of Shanghai, will help revive PSA's sales in China

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China is key to PSA becoming a global car maker

Proving itself in China is fundamental to global success, says PSA Group boss Carlos Tavares, who is confident its new SUVs will help its goals

21 April 2017

China is key to PSA becoming a global car maker

McLaren 720S

Opinion

Why China is the golden child for premium brands

McLaren predicts the Chinese market will become one of its biggest within a few years, but why is the country so important for high luxury car sales?

19 April 2017

Why China is the golden child for premium brands

Mercedes-Benz A-Class concept

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How Mercedes is taking hints from its rivals

The Mercedes-Benz Concept A saloon was revealed in Shanghai, and I expect it'll take a considerable chunk of sales away from the Audi A3 saloon

19 April 2017

How Mercedes is taking hints from its rivals

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Opinion

A rare case of exciting autonomy

The new Mercedes-Benz S-Class features some of the most notable autonomous technological advancements in some time, but how long will the lead last?

18 April 2017

A rare case of exciting autonomy

Citroen C5 Aircross

Citroen C5 Aircross

Opinion

The return to conventional design may backfire

Citroen has revealed the new C5 Aircross at the Shanghai motor show, but is its more simple design a step backwards for the brand?

18 April 2017

The return to conventional design may backfire

Citroen C5 Aircross at Shanghai

The Citroen C5 Aircross is on display at the Shanghai motor show

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Citroen C5 Aircross revealed at Shanghai motor show

Set to become the most powerful Citroen model yet produced in hybrid form, the C5 Aircross will take on the Nissan Qashqai and Seat Ateca

18 April 2017

Citroen C5 Aircross revealed at Shanghai motor show

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