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Could Lotus have found a new niche it doesn’t want?

Emira sets new standards for Lotus • DRIVEN We hit road and track in the model that redefines Lotus as a sports car maker

Mercedes’ Mk2 GLC embraces electrification

F1 tech and 1,048bhp for new One hypercar

Cupra’s new baby EV goes big on sporty style

More power, sharp look for special Polestar 2

BMW iX is target for new Polestar 3 SUV

S trim joins GT, GTC ranges

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More power for Brit-built Corolla hybrid

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SWAP SHOP DEAD BATTERY? NIO BATTERY • We sample Chinese brand NIO’s innovative battery-swap technology in Norway to see if it could be the future of electric-car charging

DS4 E-Tense 225 • FIRST DRIVE Compact crossover aims to establish DS as a real rival for premium brands

Genesis Electrified G80 • FIRST DRIVE The name gives the game away for latest limo’s powertrain

Toyota GR Supra • FIRST DRIVE Manual gearbox and chassis tweaks boost rear-wheel-drive coupé

SsangYong Musso • FIRST DRIVE Revised pick-up makes a strong case for itself

WORLD’S WEIRDEST RULES OF THE ROAD • You may think the UK’s driving rules are tough, but there are really strange regulations in other countries around the world

Grand designs • Vauxhall’s family SUV has  received a makeover – how does it compare with Skoda and Nissan rivals?

Vauxhall Grandland • A sharp new look and upgraded tech help Vauxhall’s compact SUV remain competitive in the class

Skoda Karoq • Update is more subtle than the Vauxhall’s, but it hasn’t spoilt Czech SUV’s talents as a family-friendly all-rounder

Nissan Qashqai • Qashqai was all-new when it arrived last year – is that enough for it to have the beating of its rivals here?

Infotainment • Which multimedia system is best for music, sat-nav & connectivity?

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Honda HR-V • FIRST REPORT Practical, sporty and frugal SUV makes a good first impression as it joins fleet

Citroen e-Berlingo • THIRD REPORT Electric people carrier comes into its own as a removal van

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TECHTRON POWERS UP NEW E-SCOOTER RANGE

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Goodyear extends roll-out of new performance tyre

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New Nilfisk washer looks to blast away Karcher rival

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COOLANT TESTERS • We find how best to check your concentration

Skoda Kodiaq • YOU TELL USCzech SUV is heavier on fuel than is ideal, but excellent everywhere else

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BUYER’S GUIDE: Suzuki Jimny • FROM £20,000 Diddy off-roader gained instant classic status, while used values are outstripping original list prices

Loaded question • When you want more space than in a regular hatch, a hatchback-based estate could be the answer – but which makes the best used buy?

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports • Thanks to better equipment and a more enjoyable drive, hybrid Toyota wins out

Volkswagen Golf Estate • German car is a fine, practical estate, but it’s second best in a few crucial areas

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Hypercars lead the 90th Le Mans 24 Hours pack

Red Bull and Ferrari do battle on streets of Baku

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