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THIS WEEK

DRIVEN NEW FORD CAPRI • REVEALED We get behind the wheel of a car that’s caused quite a stir – all because of its name

What makes new Ford SUV a Capri?

New Twingo takes shape ahead of 2025 reveal • Exclusive images show how new baby EV could look, as design chief discusses concept that previews it

New Honda Prelude is caught out in the open for first time • SCOOP Coupé likely to feature hybrid technology from Civic hatchback

Tesla decides to dump Model 2

Fresh face and more tech for Mustang EV

Fake parts could be lethal, drivers told • OFFICIAL Intellectual Property Office push encourages drivers to buy genuine parts, claiming counterfeits could be dangerous

How to spot and avoid fake car parts

Skoda fires up new Kodiaq vRS with Golf GTI engine • Performance-focused SUV is revealed with 261bhp, four-wheel drive and sporty makeover

New small Mercs to get hybrid and EV power

Euro NCAP tests show flaws in BYD assistance systems

Wraps set to come off new-look Kia Sportage in LA

IS LABOUR WAVERING ON COMMITMENT TO DISABLED EV D RIVERS? • ‘OUTRAGE’ OVER LACK OF CHARGEPOINT ACCESSIBILITY REGULATION TURNS INTO A GOVERNMENT REVIEW

MINI Aceman • FIRST DRIVE All-electric Aceman offers all the fun of a MINI with a little more space, but it’s not the most practical option

BMW M5 • FIRST DRIVE Does the incredible technology in the new BMW super-saloon hinder or enhance the fun on offer? We find out

Dacia Duster Hybrid • FIRST DRIVE Full-hybrid Duster is the most expensive model in the range. We find out if it’s good enough to justify the extra cost

Audi RS 3 • FIRST DRIVE Audi’s facelifted super-hatch has numerous tweaks that are said to make it faster and better to drive

IN SAFE HANDS • Zero road accidents by 2050? We test latest Mercedes tech that’s intended to keep drivers out of trouble

Mercedes’ boss on eliminating road accidents by 2050

LIFESTYLE CHOICE • A new powertrain boosts the electric Lexus RZ’s appeal. Here it takes on the freshly renamed Volvo EX40

LEXUS RZ vs VOLVO EX40 • Premium compact electric SUVs are a break from the norm in the class

LEXUS RZ • Arrival of new powertrain means electric SUV is a more attractive package

VOLVO EX40 • A new name hasn’t had an effect on this premium SUV’s capability

PRICES AND SPECS

INFOTAINMENT

RESULTS

RENAULT SCENIC • French SUV joins the fleet and takes on Ford’s new Explorer

FIAT 600e • Stylish hatch has evoked strong, and opposing, opinions

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PRODUCTS

Ring rechargeable lamps and pads

TESTED Screen washes • From £4.50: Screen washes have to do a good job in all conditions, so are you better off using a traditional product or an innovative new formula?

LAMPS • Which bulbs will brighten your night?

BUYING CARS • OLD SPORTSTERS: BIG FUN, SMALL COST

POSITION 25th BMW 1 Series Mk3 • USED PRICES FROM: £13,000 YEARS: 2019-2024 CO2: 114-123g/km FUEL ECONOMY: 40-47mpg (118i) BEST OPTIONS: Adaptive headlights, space-saver spare wheel

USED BUYER’S GUIDE Volkswagen ID.4 Mk1 • FROM £15,000 VW’s electric SUV offers space,...