Vauxhall Mokka GSE review: The first of a new breed of hot Vauxhalls Great handling, good performance and lukewarm styling means Vauxhall’s new GSE range gets off to a decent start The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025
Geely EX5 review: Sensational value SUV with a little help from Lotus The first model from Volvo, Polestar and Lotus owner Geely is a cracker – if only it went a little bit further The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2025
Suzuki e Vitara review: Bags of charm, but behind the times on tech Suzuki reinvents its 90s icon as an appealing SUV that feels like it’s still a bit stuck in the 90s. The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025
This car promises to glide over potholes, but can it really? The Nio ET9 has been developed to give it a true magic carpet ride. Electric vehicles editor Steve Fowler tested it on Britain’s broken roads to find out if it lives up to the claims The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025
EV prices edge up as demand increases The Independent EV Price Index shows new EVs are more expensive this month than last but still down over seven per cent year-on-year The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2025
BYD Atto 2 review: A high quality and enjoyable, family-friendly EV I’ve been driving BYD’s latest arrival in the UK and found it drives well, feels really upmarket and has lots of space for the family The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2025
Vauxhall Frontera review: Budget electric SUV is perfect for the school run The Frontera name has been brushed off and put on a great SUV that’s cheaper than its petrol equivalent The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2025
Jaecoo 5 vs MG S5 vs BYD Atto 2: Which family SUV is best? The family SUV market has never been more competitive, with three smart contenders vying for top spot The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2025
KGM Musso EV review: An affordable Tesla Cybertruck rival with added cool The Korean brand’s all-electric pick-up drives like a car and is great value, especially with low running costs The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2025
Tesla Model 3 vs Polestar 4 vs Kia EV6 – which EV is best? Choosing a premium electric saloon is tougher than ever – we pit Kia, Tesla and Polestar head-to-head The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2025
DS No.4 E-Tense review – all-electric hatchback gets an upgrade Posh French brand DS has worked some magic on its all-electric hatch to produce something temptingly different The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2025
Jaecoo 5 review: The cut-price Range Rover Evoque lookalike buyers will love Here’s another surefire hit from Jaecoo. The 5 isn’t perfect, but its blend of style, quality, kit and value will make it a winner The Independent UK · Oct 8, 2025
Tesla Model Y Performance review: The best Tesla yet is an SUV supercar slayer Tesla’s new top model gets a hot makeover that not only makes it more fun to drive, but also makes it more comfortable and better built The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2025
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid review: Big, bold, clever, but not quite brilliant The new Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid is spacious, smart, and packed with tech – plus it’s perfect for families. But its short EV range and firm ride hold it back The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2025
The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2025 Cupra tops and tails its line-up with Raval and Tindaya Sneak peek at new supermini and concept previewing new range topper both shown at Munich Motor Show
The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2025 Fiat reckons it’s found the formula for the perfect road trip playlist Celebrating 70 years of the Fiat 600, the science-backed setlist includes hits by ABBA, Dua Lipa and more
The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025 Omoda 9 review: So near to greatness, but yet so far Omoda promises great things with the Omoda 9 plug-in hybrid, especially its 93 miles of EV range. It looks good and has loads of kit, but it’s pricey and let down by so-so dynamics
The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025 Porsche Taycan review: Porsche’s first EV remains one of the best Porsche’s first EV charges quicker than any other. Available in many flavours and with three different body styles, the Taycan is a deeply impressive EV for those with equally deep pockets
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025 Living with an electric BMW iX: it’s the best EV 4x4 by far My time with the BMW iX is up and my verdict is in: it’s a brilliant EV that sets the standard everyone, including BMW, has to beat
The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2025 Subaru aims at Land Rover buyers with three of seven new EVs Subaru Uncharted (yes, that’s what it’s called) compact SUV, plus new range-topping E-Outback EV and revised Subaru Solterra all here next year
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA review: Merc goes star crazy with brilliant new EV Mercedes has promised big things from the new CLA. It’s the first in a new breed of Merc’s with advanced tech that claims 484 miles of range, super-fast charging and a new in-car experience, too. It’s the best Merc I’ve driven in years, but with one temporary flaw
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2025 The Updated 2025 Nissan Micra That No One Expected! Nissan’s iconic supermini has gone electric. Steve Fowler gets his first look at the brand-new Micra EV.
The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025 How This Car Gets Amazing Aerodynamics With Hidden Features! The DS No. 8 is bold, built for range, and, well... quite posh! Steve Fowler gives his verdict on this striking new EV from France.
The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025 Is MINI John Cooper Works the Most Fun Electric Car? Mini has electrified its most iconic performance car — the John Cooper Works. But is the fun still there? Steve Fowler takes it for a spin to find out.
The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025 Bentley CEO reveals secrets of EV plans Steve Fowler is joined in this episode of Drive Smart by the CEO of Bentley, Frank-Steffen Walliser where he revealed the future of his electric vehicle plans.