New all-electric Mercedes GLC EQ aims for BMW iX3 – and misses on range New Merc SUV boasts widescreen tech, but 443-mile range is short of BMW’s 500-mile claim The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025
The Skoda Vision O Concept Is a Love Letter to Big Wagons Crossovers and SUVs may reign supreme in most parts of the world, but wagons still matter in Europe. Since 2016, the growing popularity of the Octavia Combi and Superb Combi has made Skoda the best-selling brand on the continent in this segment. With the Vision O concept, the Czech automaker,… Motor1 · Sep 8, 2025
New Skoda Epiq is a small SUV with the spirit of the Skoda Yeti All-electric SUV gets funky looks, cool tech, spacious interior, 264-mile range and a price around £26,000 The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2025
10 Best Cars Added Since Launch In Gran Turismo 7 GT7 has added some really cool cars since launch! Operation Sports · Aug 28, 2025
Skoda's Forgotten Pickup Truck Is Back—And It Looks Better Than Ever Although not fully developed by the Volkswagen Group, the Felicia was the first Skoda to benefit from German engineering know-how. Launched in 1994 as a replacement for the Favorit, it remained on sale until the Fabia arrived at the turn of the century. During its six-year run, the subcompact hatchback… Motor1 · Aug 28, 2025
Europe’s Cool New Electric Wagon Is Just Around The Corner The long-roof electric Octavia will be previewed by a concept called the Vision O that debuts this September. InsideEVs · Aug 15, 2025
EVs Hit Record 98% In This Country, Here Are The Leading Brands When it comes to electric vehicle market share, one European market continues to dominate, with the month of July hitting new records, and only 25 petrol-only vehicles sold for the month. Benzinga · Aug 4, 2025
Skoda reveals (slightly) more of new electric Octavia Estate concept Thinly disguised Vision O concept previews next generation all-electric Skoda Octavia Estate The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025
Skoda Gets It: People 'Need Buttons and Dials' Automakers will never admit it, but cost-cutting has reared its ugly head in modern car interiors. Access to most functions has shifted from physical buttons to a touchscreen, which in some cases has absorbed nearly all conventional switchgear. Some automakers, like Volkswagen, have pledged to reverse course following customer criticism… Motor1 · Jul 30, 2025
Skoda’s CEO reveals all on electric cars, petrol cars and sporty Skodas Klaus Zellmer runs one of Europe's favourite car brands, Skoda. The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025
Tesla's Reign As Europe's Top-Selling EV Maker Is Over Tesla is having a bad time in Europe. So bad, in fact, that a legacy automaker overtook it. InsideEVs · Jul 23, 2025
Skoda Enyaq Updated: What’s New in 2025? Skoda’s first all-electric model, the all popular Enyaq, has been given an update with styling tweaks taking inspiration from the brand’s ‘modern solid’ design language, plus equipment and technology boosts to make it even more competitive. The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025
Skoda Elroq Review: Affordable Electric SUV with Space and Style Discover the all-new Skoda Elroq, Skoda’s latest compact electric SUV that combines affordability, comfort, and modern design. The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2025
The Volkswagen ID.4 Is Done Being Weird. It Wants To Be An Electric Tiguan Next The Volkswagen ID.4 is getting a major Tiguan-inspired overhaul next year. In fact, it's being described internally as the InsideEVs · Jul 14, 2025
TechRadar · Jul 11, 2025 Bluetooth security flaws could affect thousands of Mercedes, Volkswagen, Skoda cars - here's what we know PerfektBlue allows threat actors to eavesdrop on conversations, but how much of a risk is it?
The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2025 Geely (pronounced like Jelly) is next Chinese brand to arrive in the UK Owners of Volvo, Polestar, Lotus and Lyng & Co arrive later this year with its own brand of cars, starting with the Geely EX5 SUV
The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2025 Ford Explorer review: Stylish electric SUV is every inch a Ford The Ford Explorer family SUV has a excellent range and drives well, although prices may take some by surprise
Clever Dude · Jun 20, 2025 7 Manufacturers That Rebrand Failed Cars Under New Names—And Hope You Don’t Notice When you’re shopping for a new ride, you probably assume that a shiny new badge means a fresh start. But what if that “new” car is just a failed model in disguise? The world of rebranded cars is bigger than most people realize, and automakers have become experts at giving…
Motor1 · Jun 20, 2025 Skoda Turns Its Big Wagon Into a Truck With a Weird Door Skoda traces its roots to 1895, when founding fathers Václav Laurin and Václav Klement established Laurin Klement to manufacture bicycles. Car production began in 1905, and the company evolved into Skoda Auto in 1925 after being acquired by the industrial conglomerate Skoda Works. The year 2025 marks the 130th anniversary…
The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2025 BYD plans new EV and PHEV blitz by the end of next year Chinese brand will offer almost every BYD model with a fully electric or plug-in hybrid version, plus new Denza premium models
The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2025 Skoda Elroq vRS review: Skoda’s fastest ever production car is a hoot With a 0 to 62mph time of 5.4 seconds, the Elroq vRS takes the starch out of Skoda’s compact SUV
Motor1 · Jun 11, 2025 Here's What It's Actually Like To Own a Skoda As the sole European member of the Motor1 US team, I often prod my colleagues about just how good I have it when it comes to car variety. Despite living in an SUV era, Europe still has hatchbacks, sedans, and wagons abound. I can still get a regular Volkswagen Golf…
International Business Times UK · Jun 6, 2025 Are Europeans Abandoning Tesla? Elon Musk's Sales Plummets Despite EV Market Surge Across Europe Europe's EV marketing is experiencing a sales surge. But, Tesla is not included as the EV maker announces purchase decrease.
Motor1 · Jun 2, 2025 Toyota's Smallest Car Gets the GR Sport Treatment The funky Aygo X is the smallest model Toyota sells outside of Japan's kei car segment. It’s a diminutive vehicle competing in Europe’s rarefied A-segment, especially after the exit of the Volkswagen Group’s trio (VW up!, Skoda Citigo, and SEAT Mii) a few years ago. Previously a traditional hatchback, the…
Clever Dude · May 29, 2025 9 Best Car Brands That Almost No One Talks About When you think about car brands, you probably think about household names like Toyota, Ford, Chevrolet, and maybe even Mercedes. Throughout the world, there are some lesser-known brands that stand out for unique designs and great value. These nine underrated car brands are hidden gems in the automotive world. Have…