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THIS WEEK

DRIVEN NEW BMW 1 SERIES • FIRST DRIVE Refreshed hatchback has a smaller, simpler line-up, but is still a class act from behind the wheel

Tesla Model Y shapes up for 2025 makeover • SCOOP Updated electric SUV is due to arrive next year with a new look inspired by the Model 3

Ford unveils Europe’s first plug-in hybrid pick-up • REVEALED The Ford Ranger PHEV provides 27 miles of EV range and can act as a mobile generator in remote areas

Striking retro-styled Renault Estafette Concept revealed

Maxus eTerron 9 is UK’s first 4x4 electric pick-up truck

BYD enters large delivery van market with E-Vali EV

Formula One inspiration for new AMG GT 63

Danger drivers need graduated licences

Alpine readies sporty new A390 electric SUV • Sporting division will preview its first family-friendly model in October

Hot electric MINI JCW leaked online

Peugeot E-408 set to complete firm’s EV line-up

VOLKSWAGEN’S FUTURE SAFETY TECH REVEALED • PLUS Autonomous VW Trailer Assist tech can reverse-park your caravan

MG ZS Hybrid+ • FIRST DRIVE Second-generation of small SUV hits the road with hybrid power and a hugely competitive price tag

BMW X3 • FIRST DRIVE Impressive new SUV comes with a wide array of engine choices and trim levels, but it faces stiff competition

Peugeot 5008 • FIRST UK DRIVE All-new seven - seat SUV delivers spacious versatility and premium quality in an electrified package

Porsche 911 Carrera • FIRST DRIVE The latest incarnation of the entry-level icon is anything but basic, and is as enthralling to drive as it ever was

BEST 80S HOT HATCHES • NEW SERIES Our writers pick their favourite cars. This week: pocket rockets

PULLING WITH PUNCH • Hitching up a caravan for a holiday or break is increasingly popular. But which cars are the best for the task? We find out

WELCOME • How our towcar challengers are put to the test

42 YEARS OF WINNERS

VOLKSWAGEN ID.7 • 77kWh 286PS Match Pro

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF ESTATE • 1.5 eTSI 150PS DSG Style

SKODA SUPERB ESTATE • 1.5 TSI e-TEC 150PS DSG

BMW i5 • eDrive40 M Sport Pro Touring

HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 • 77.4k Wh 328PS AWD Ultimate

VOLVO V90 • T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Ultra

VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK • 3.0 TDI 4MOTION 240PS PanAmericana

VOLKSWAGEN MULTIVAN • 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG Style

VOLVO XC60 • T6 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus

CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS • Compact SUV is rising to the demands placed on it by a busy photographer

FLEETWATCH

BEHIND THE SCENES OF A RENAULUTION! • Renault is going through major changes as part of its Renaulution strategy. Join us for an in-depth look at what that means for the company’s future

SETTING THE SCENE • Outgoing UK boss discusses laying the foundations for Renaulution

5 GIMME FIVE • What’s the secret behind Renault’s next hit? Design boss Gilles Vidal reveals all

CHARGING ACROSS EUROPE • Can you drive an electric car across Europe with no planning? We take a road trip to find out

REINVENTING THE SCENIC • From MPV to sexy crossover, the Scenic has been on quite a journey

VIDAL’S BEST BITS OF NEW SCENIC

MAKE DO & MEND • We go behind the scenes at...