VW ID. Cross: UK price still unconfirmed as cheaper 37kWh version launches in Germany
Volkswagen now sells a 37kWh ID. Cross from 27,995 euros in Germany. In the UK, as of 2 November 2026, there is still no confirmed price or launch date.
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UK car insurance regional gap widens in 2026: Inner London £1,079 vs Central Scotland £688
Confused.com's Q3 2026 index shows UK drivers in Inner London pay £1,079 a year for car insurance on average, £391 more than in Central Scotland. What drives the regional gap and what it means for your own premium.
BYD breaks October export record: 490,168 cars sold, exports double
BYD exported more vehicles in October 2026 than ever before: 170,194 cars, up 102.8 percent. What the record means for buyers.
BMW Test Fleet: HVO100 Confirmed in 80% of Logged Refuelling Events
BMW tracked more than 5,500 refuelling events across 600+ vehicles. Over 80% involved HVO100. What the figure measures - and what drivers should check before filling up.
Winter Tyres in the UK and US: The Rules, Fines and Exceptions
Unlike Germany, Britain has no nationwide winter tyre law. But worn or unsuitable tyres can still mean a fine – and parts of the US require chains or snow tyres on mountain routes.
Mercedes Plans City Assist Feature for Germany From 2027
Mercedes plans to make its route assistance available in Germany from the first half of 2027. The Level 2 system is meant to help in cities too, but still requires driver attention and control.
Opel brings three premieres to Zurich
At Auto Zürich 2026, Opel is showing the STX Concept, the GSE 27FE Formula E race car and the Corsa GSE, which can already be ordered. What visitors will see and what buyers should know.
XPeng L05 Launches in China – European Premiere at Brussels Motor Show, 8–17 January 2027
XPeng’s new family SUV, the L05, has launched in China and is coming to Germany and Europe in early 2027. The manufacturer will reveal technical details, prices and the launch date at the Brussels Motor Show in January.
XPeng L05 launches in China – German premiere from 8 to 17 January 2027 in Brussels
XPeng’s new L05 family SUV has launched in China and is coming to Germany in early 2027: the manufacturer will announce specifications, prices and the launch date in January at the Brussels Motor Show.
ALPINA B3: Airbag Recall Warning Over Risk of Injury
An EU Safety Gate alert warns of possible injuries from airbag fragments in certain BMW/ALPINA B3 cars. Only the vehicle identification number shows whether a specific car is affected.