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SEEING GHOSTS

City centres were once full of prestige car dealers. Hard to picture? Not so, thanks to one enthusiast in 1980s Edinburgh. Richard Webber joins him down memory lane

DON'T BE SHY

You could buy a V12 DBS for the price of a new 5 Series. Oliver Young tempts you

MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS

There's still much to explore, even from 1500 miles away

VOLKSWAGEN ID 4 GTX

We're enjoying our honeymoon, although we've had a few disagreements already

FORD FOCUS ST

Hot hatchback is revitalised with a new look, higher spec and improved interior

PORSCHE 911 SPORT CLASSIC

With rear-wheel drive, a manual gearbox, 543bhp from its flat six and a 1970s-inspired design, is this the most desirable 911 of all?

ZIGGING WHEN OTHERS ZAG

Citroën is doubling down on its unique view of how cars should be done under the leadership of Vincent Cobée. Steve Cropley meets him and his quirky Ami in Paris

UNITED AT LE MANS

Rivals in American championship join forces for European epic

Mercedes to turn itself into a 'modern luxury company'

Wider profit margin achieved during chip crisis prompts firm to head upmarket

PHANTOM TRUCK

In 1931, a big Rolls rushed precious cargo from the Solent to Derby. John Evans retraces its route in the marque's modern-day equivalent, a Cullinan Black Badge

MAZDA CX-5

Comparison with a 2016 model highlights Mazda's guile

CHALLENGING THE STATUS QUO

Amateur drivers such as Rick Parfitt Jr and Michael Crees can push the star-name professionals in the BTCC. Matt Salisbury asks them how it's done

TOYOTA GR86

Can it build on the strengths of its five-star GT86 predecessor or does this newcomer fall flat? A drive on road and track reveals all

Land Rover tops Defender range with eight-seat 130

Extra-long, luxurious 4x4 outstretches X7 and G-Class; prices start from £73,895

BMW 2 Series

Does the junior BMW coupé still make a convincing case with its entry-level engine?

AUDI S8

Clever active suspension gives 563bhp V8 a unique selling point among limos

IN THE THICK OF IT

How Mitch Evans is staking a claim to Jaguar's first Formula E title

Kia Sportage

Kia's talismanic European-built SUV opens a new chapter in exterior design

TOYOTA bZ4X

Important new platform underpins important new RAV4-sized battery-electric SUV

Is EV charging at night safe?

Safety issues around charging late at night need to be addressed, say campaigners

CATON HEALEY

Continuation specialist introduces restomod brand with upgraded 1953 roadster

McLaren is latest supercar maker to succumb to SUVS

Woking to follow rivals in chase for big profits; new high-riders will be electric-only

McLAREN ARTURA

After two years of turmoil emerges a crucial new supercar with plug-in hybrid power

Industry strives to raise female representation

Manufacturers are setting bolder gender targets as Autocar again honours women excelling in senior automotive roles

Basic instinct

As the world becomes more chaotic and complicated, a brand predicated on simplicity will only appeal more. Jim Holder talks to Dacia boss Denis Le Vot about his plans for growth

24 HOURS IN PSE

Peugeot is returning to endurance racing with a new hypercar. Vicky Parrott reports

STUCK IN THE MIDDLE WITH YOU

Lotus's latest mid-engined sports car isn't entirely unfamiliar, but it breaks new ground for the brand. Matt Saunders pitches it against the class benchmark

WIESMANN PROJECT THUNDERBALL

TESTED 27.5.22, NICE, FRANCE ON SALE 2023 PRICE £255,000 (EST) | Known for retro-style sports cars powered by BMW Mengines, this German firm is now set on making a properly engaging EV

Urban Rebel is baby Cupra EV

Brand's entry-level EV due in 2025 with new platform, 231bhp and 273-mile range

Used car checks in spotlight

There are concerns that many pre-sale used-car inspections may be falling short