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Steve_Fowler@dennis.co.uk @stevefowler ● Habaniro stars at NY show ● 2021 car to retain this shape “Kia calls the concept an Everything Car. It’s a commuter, crossover, sport utility and adventure vehicle rolled into one” KIA is hard at work on the development of the next-generation Niro crossover, and at last week’s New York Motor Show the Korean brand gave us a glimpse of what we can expect in showrooms in 2021 with the Habaniro concept. Kia refers to the Habaniro as an ECEV – an Everything Car Electric Vehicle. So it’s a commuter, crossover, sport utility, tech workroom and adventure vehicle all in one. Although the concept features four butterfly-wing doors that won’t make it into production, the shape and various details will carry over to the next Niro. Among…

Senior staff writer THE Shanghai show certainly didn’t miss its opportunity to impress. Chinese motor shows used to be a chance to poke some fun at some truly terrible copycat cars. Not any more. Compared with my last trip to a Chinese expo in 2017, things have developed at an astonishing rate. Many of the new cars in Shanghai this year are impressive technically and in execution. They should have the European establishment looking over their shoulders a little. I say a little, because for many of these new companies, focusing on their home market is probably their best guarantee of success. China’s economy is slowing but will still expand by about six per cent in 2019. Such growth would be a miracle in sluggish western Europe, which already has…

THIS is our first glimpse of the all-new Toyota Yaris, which has been testing at the Nürburgring ahead of an official reveal at the Tokyo Motor Show at the end of the year. Don’t be fooled by the familiar styling, because this prototype is running on a new set of chassis components that will bring more hybrid tech and added practicality to the Ford Fiesta rival. It’s also clear that the Yaris will have a longer wheelbase, which will make the hatch more spacious inside. Switching to Toyota’s TNGA platform, as used by the Prius and Corolla, gives access to a wider range of hybrid powertrains than offered on today’s model. The car in these pictures looks to be the sportier Yaris GR, which will bridge the gap between the…

James_Batchelor@dennis.co.uk @JRRBatchelor Bentayga, Cayenne, Stelvio in drag race OUR last hot hatch drag race really got you talking, with hundreds of comments posted on the video. So how about this one: a super-SUV head to head? The Bentley Bentayga faces Porsche’s Cayenne Turbo and Alfa’s Stelvio QV. With W12 v V8 v V6, it’s a battle of the cylinders. First drive report on new Mercedes CLA MERCEDES’ 2019 product roll-out continues with the new CLA. While the last CLA’s styling divided opinion, this new one is far sleeker and, arguably, it looks more expensive. It certainly has a better interior because it’s based on the excellent new A-Class hatch, too. Richard Ingram has driven it. You can watch any of our videos on your phone Simply scan this QR code.…

“THE VBox is a clever piece of kit that uses a GPS signal to measure a car’s speed. It’s very accurate, gauging velocity to within 0.1km/h, so is perfect for assessing speedos. “We set our test cars to 30, 50, 60 and 70mph using the built-in speed limiter or cruise control to ensure a steady speed, then used the VBox to measure how fast we were going. This gave us a fair idea of the discrepancy between actual and indicated speed. “Not many drivers have access to a VBox, but a separate smartphone app or sat-nav can give you an idea of how accurate your speedo is.”…

Hugo_Griffiths@dennis.co.uk @hugo_griffiths WELCOME to our Driver Power 2019 brand survey. In Issue 1,571, we counted down the top 100 new cars to own; now we do the same with the makers that build them. This week, the results we publish from Britain’s number one car satisfaction survey are telling; over the next seven pages you’ll be able to determine the broad trends that characterise life with cars from 30 manufacturers. Some brands, for example, may produce models that have a halo effect, and rank high up in our top 100. But if these cars are exceptions to the rule, and the firm’s other products are underwhelming, you’ll be able to sniff this out in our Driver Power brand survey; there’s no hiding here. Do the featured manufacturers produce vehicles that…

Richard_Ingram@dennis.co.uk @rsp_ingram Practicality Boot (seats down) up to 5,010 litres MUCH like the way it dominates the luxury limousine market, Mercedes has long held the monopoly on high-spec passenger vans. The current V-Class, based on the Vito van, was launched in 2015 and continues to sell strongly in Europe. Now Mercedes is shaking things up. Not only is the firm giving its posh people mover a facelift, it’s also preparing a pure-electric version for release by the end of the year. But before we try that, we’ve driven the fresh 300 d – complete with a powerful new diesel engine from the C-Class saloon. There’s plenty of choice when it comes to specifying your new V-Class. In addition to the two engines, Mercedes offers three wheelbases (standard, long, extra-long) and…

Expert insight James_Howe@dennis.co.uk SUVS may be enjoying their time in the spotlight at present, but the fact remains that superminis still dominate the list of bestselling new cars in the UK. The Vauxhall Corsa, MINI Hatch and Toyota Yaris all made it into the top 10 for new cars registered in March 2019, with the Ford Fiesta topping the list overall; all four feature in the year-to-date top 10, too. Their success shouldn’t come as a surprise because today’s superminis are great all-rounders. The majority have space for four or five people plus luggage, as well as efficient engines and levels of quality and refinement that would embarrass the family hatchbacks of 10 years ago. The breadth of choice in the supermini class is larger than ever before, with the…

MODEL TESTED: Bentley Bentayga V8 PRICE: £138,390 ENGINE: 4.0-litre V8, 542bhp THE launch of the Bentayga marked a brave move into a new area for Bentley, following demand for a luxury SUV. It’s a divisive car, but you can’t deny its image, which puts this £138,390 Bentayga V8 right in the G 63’s firing line. Design & engineering THE Bentayga launched with a colossal W12 twin-turbo petrol engine, while a V8 diesel followed later. This was dropped due to Dieselgate, and while you can still get the W12, there’s also this V8 petrol to consider. It’s a familiar engine from the VW Group (Bentley’s parent company), at 4.0 litres in capacity and bolstered by two turbos, like the G 63’s. However, the Bentley doesn’t quite match the AMG’s output, with…

Porsche Cayenne Turbo PRICE: £101,481 ENGINE: 4.0-litre V8, 542bhp THE Porsche Cayenne Turbo’s performance matches its rivals’ in this test, because the 542bhp twin-turbo V8 packs a punch. It has a massive boot, too, so it’s on par for practicality, but its image might not be in the same league as these two. Range Rover Sport SVR PRICE: £101,210 ENGINE: 5.0-litre V8, 567bhp A 567BHP 5.0-litre supercharged V8 means the SVR has just as much character from its powertrain as the G 63. It rides better and is cheaper, too – which is good, because it’ll leave you more money for running costs; this Range Rover is thirsty.…

Otis_Clay@dennis.co.uk I WOULDN’T say that I’ve completely neglected our Dacia Duster for the past four months, but due to the amount of miles that it has to cover week in, week out – and because the UK’s weather is fairly changeable, to say the least – my faithful companion could do with a bit of a scrub. As the weather gets warmer, the idea of giving it a wash isn’t quite so daunting. A nice spring clean is in order for our loveable Romanian rogue, just like I’ve had to do in my flat recently. Very soon, I’ll be using the Duster to transport all my worldly goods, when I move house from north London down to the southern part of the capital. But it almost seems a shame to…

Porsche watch aimed at frequent travellers PORSCHE has added a new watch to its Design range. The 1919 Globetimer UTC is designed for the world traveller, with chronograph-style dials that make it easy to switch between time zones. A titanium case and titanium or gold finishes are available, and you can toggle time zones with the two shoulder buttons on either side of the crown. Prices start at 3,750 Euros (£3,230) for the standard titanium case. Find out more at www.porsche-design.com. Siri shortcuts added to Sygic sat-nav app IN a bid to make interacting with its sat-nav on the move quicker, easier and safer, Sygic Navigation has added the capacity for Siri voice shortcuts. iPhone users can now choose custom shortcuts, allowing them to check out traffic or choose a preset…

PRODUCT GROUP TEST 24|4|2019 Every week, we extensively test all the latest car kit from tyres to trim cleaners. Log on to www.autoexpress.co.uk to look through our huge online test archive OVER the years, sat-nav apps have become the de facto guidance tool – even for drivers who own a car with built-in navigation. These apps are often free to use and, with accurate traffic alerts thanks to 3G and 4G network coverage, they represent excellent value when compared to traditional devices. Apps such as Google Maps and Waze are now supported by Apple CarPlay so guidance can be projected through compatible infotainment units, meaning there’s more reason than ever to use a sat-nav app for all your navigation needs. They also benefit from regular tweaks and updates from their…

Motoring’s most outspoken and opinionated columnist sounds off “Ian Callum does more to put the British car industry on the map than the Government, the DTI and Coventry Council combined” BRITISH motor industry on its knees? Jaguar in trouble? UK workers unable to compete with their allegedly stronger counterparts in mainland Europe, Asia and America? Don’t believe any of the above for a second. During 17 minutes of mayhem at the New York Auto Show last week, the UK, its most treasured car company and its favourite son proved all three are capable of taking on and beating the world, ta very much. Jaguar’s design director, Ian Callum (64 going on 46), can largely be thanked for this. For those glorious 17 minutes in NYC a few days ago, he…

Jonathan_Burn@dennis.co.uk @Jonathan_burn ● Third generation of Range Rover rival unveiled at New York show ● Due to go on sale this summer, with prices starting from £75,000 NOBODY has more SUVs in its model range than Mercedes, and the German firm has just crowned its line-up with an all-new version of the flagship GLS. The third generation of Mercedes’ Range Rover rival made its debut at last week’s New York Motor Show and will arrive in dealers this summer, priced from £75,000. The new GLS is longer and wider than the previous model, and one of the largest cars on sale, at over 5,200mm long and almost 2,000mm wide; only a Rolls-Royce Cullinan is bigger. An extra 60mm has been added to the wheelbase – now 3,135mm – which Mercedes…

ELSEWHERE at Kia, the firm’s all-new full-size SUV, the Telluride, will heavily influence the look of the next-generation Sorento, Auto Express can reveal. Despite the success of the Telluride in the US, Kia’s flagship SUV will not go on sale in Europe – due to the fact it is only available with a 3.8-litre GDI V6 petrol engine. However, an insider at the firm did reveal that its chunky design will inspire the look of the next Sorento, which is scheduled to go on sale on 2021. You can expect the new Sorento to adopt a much beefier, squarer stance – which the Habaniro concept shows will also happen to the next Niro – along with a similar treatment to the front and rear lights. Kia’s SUV line-up will continue…

Jaguar I-Pace is World Car of the Year winner JAGUAR’S I-Pace has scooped the World Car of the Year award, beating the Audi e-tron and Volvo S60. The win follows the I-Pace’s European Car of the Year victory, making it the first vehicle ever to scoop both awards in one year. A team of 86 journalists, including Auto Express’s Steve Fowler and Mike Rutherford (above, left, with Jag design chief Ian Callum), voted the I-Pace as winner from 40 nominated cars. PAGE 82: Mike Rutherford’s view Special offers to mark launch of Skoda Scala SKODA has confirmed a 114bhp 1.0-litre SE version of its new Scala will cost from £18,585, plus it’s offering a £1,250 deposit contribution on four-year PCP deals. This could make the car around £25 per month…

Alex_Ingram@dennis.co.uk @AxleIngram ● New convertible hits 211mph ● Same 715bhp V12 as Coupé THIS is the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante – the fastest convertible the firm has ever launched. The Volante does away with the conventional fixed roof for an eight-layer folding fabric hood. This opens in 14 seconds and closes in 16 seconds, and can be operated either from the inside, or by the key within two metres of the car. Powering the Volante is the same engine as in the Coupé: a 5.2-litre twin-turbocharged V12 linked to an eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox. It sends 715bhp and 900Nm of torque to the rear wheels. Even though the car wears a fabric hood in place of the hard-top, and benefits from additional chassis strengthening to compensate for the loss…

Hugo_Griffiths@dennis.co.uk @hugo_griffiths AT the start of 2019, rumours swept the internet that speed cameras on certain motorways would issue tickets if drivers exceeded the 70mph limit by just 1mph. Those stories turned out to be untrue and unfounded. But rather than allow misinformation about camera activation ‘thresholds’ to circulate unchecked, Auto Express asked the UK’s 45 police forces via Freedom of Information requests how strictly their 3,224 speed cameras enforce limits. The majority of the forces that responded said their cameras would only activate when drivers exceed the speed limit by 10 per cent plus 2mph, in line with prosecution guidelines from the Association of Chief Police Officers. “Most police forces said their cameras activated in line with advice from the Association of Chief Police Officers” This means cameras won’t…

mail@autoexpress.co.uk @AutoExpress Write to: Watchdog/Letters, Auto Express, Dennis Publishing Ltd, 31-32 Alfred Place, London WC1E 7DP HOT TOPIC Audi S6 goes diesel FROM: Dan Vine I HOPE this marks the beginning of the end of the demonisation of diesel. There is still no better fuel for anyone who does a lot of motorway driving, and the option of a fast, stylish diesel saloon or estate is more than welcome. FROM: HarryBoo WHAT’S the point of diesel engines in performance cars? I have nothing against diesel, but a petrol engine is more suitable. However good the S6’s engine is, it won’t offer the same noise or rev range as an equivalent petrol engine. Join the debate at www.autoexpress.co.uk ■ “I hope Audi brings out a Black Edition at the same time…

mail@autoexpress.co.uk THE £75,335 F-Pace SVR has arrived almost one year later than expected, after Jaguar delayed the launch of the original version due to quality issues. But does that mean it already feels out of date, even though in April 2019 it is still, in theory, brand new? No, not one bit. Indeed, at £25,000 less than a Porsche Cayenne Turbo but with a fraction more power and performance, the 176mph F-Pace SVR looks like strangely good value. The basic four-wheel-drive F-Pace platform was a strong place to start when attempting to create an SUV with supercar performance, but to ensure the SVR version delivers the goods where it counts, Jaguar’s designers and engineers have turned the wick up in numerous different directions. “To ensure the SVR delivers the goods,…

Richard_Ingram@dennis.co.uk @rsp_ingram FOR too long, Volkswagen had the camper van market wrapped up. But that changed in 2017, when Mercedes launched the V-Class-based Marco Polo. Like the standard model, the camper has also been given a refresh. It gets the same updated trim, but much of its styling has been left unchanged. As before, there are two versions: the Marco Polo and the Marco Polo Horizon. As on the VW California, one comes with a mini kitchen, and the other does not. The Horizon model (without the hob, fridge and sink) is roughly comparable with VW’s Cali Beach, while the more expensive Marco Polo is on par with the better-equipped Ocean. We drove the Marco Polo, which in Sport trim is expected to start from around £58,000. Basic models will…

Mercedes-AMG G63 COMAND Online Standard Key features: Connectivity, twin screens THE AMG’s infotainment system has the edge over the Bentayga’s unit. Its twin 12.3-inch screens offer a higher resolution and more advanced graphics, while the set-up is placed in a better position, higher up on the dashboard for easier viewing. It’s the same COMAND Online infotainment system used in other Mercedes. That means there’s a rotary controller, simple menu layout and responsive interface, so it’s easy to use – especially on the move. And it’s more intuitive than the Bentley’s touchscreen, which generally feels older in design and execution than the crisper, better-integrated set-up in the G 63. You get sat-nav, which you can also display on the screen in front of the driver, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, connected…

Got a query? products@autoexpress.co.uk @AE_Consumer Q When to replace your wipers MY dad has told me I should change the wipers on my car for the summer because they will have been worn heavily during winter as they cleared frost and gritty rain. Is he right about this? Sam James, E-mail A THE key to when wipers need changing is their performance, rather than the time of year. If the wipe is streak-free and they are quiet, there’s no reason to change them. Just remember to check them regularly, and particularly before any MoT test. Some blade manufacturers do recommend changing them at least once a year, however. Q Can I buy a single car mat? I HAVE twice worn out my driver’s side car mat, but have to buy a set of…

KEEPING your tools in a purpose-built box makes a lot of sense – they’ll stay in good condition and won’t get lost. Plastic boxes are light, but as strong as steel, and are less likely to damage the boot of your car. Our test in Issue 1,563 reviewed eight but the VonHaus Roller Tool Box arrived too late, so now we’re putting it up against our test winner from Curver. We loaded a selection of common tools into the tote tray, and added larger items below. Marks were awarded for size, practicality, build quality, weight, organiser boxes for versatility and the number of dividers offered. We looked at size and price on a cost-per-litre basis, too. In the end, the unusual but versatile and well-priced VonHaus took a maiden win…

Dear Alex, I want a thrilling hot hatchback but only have a relatively modest budget. What do you suggest I should choose for £5,000? Russell Peterson, E-mail Contact: Alex_Ingram@dennis.co.uk • THE CUTE CHOICE Abarth 500 FOR: Cute styling, newest car here, lovely noise AGAINST: Underpowered engine, harsh ride THE Abarth 500 takes the cute styling of its Fiat cousin and transforms it into an angry-looking hot hatch. Power comes from a cracking 1.4-litre turbocharged engine, but while some models have as much as 187bhp, a £5,000 budget will only stretch to one of the 135bhp examples. Still, in a car this small that means a sub-eight-second 0-62mph time, accompanied by a fantastic soundtrack. The 500 feels agile in corners, but a harsh ride means that it lacks the delicacy and…

Audi Q7 ALTHOUGH it’s shorter and cheaper than the GLS, the Q7 is just as premium and has seven seats as standard, but the third row is only suitable for children. Audi’s biggest SUV is also due a facelift, having been on sale for several years. BMW X7 THE GLS’s latest competition comes from BMW, in the shape of the X7. Its proportions are very similar, measuring 2,000mm wide, while the third row of seats is spacious enough for adults. Prices start from just under £75,000. Range Rover CONSIDERED the best luxury SUV on the market, the Range Rover isn’t available with seven seats, but it does cosset those inside with unrivalled luxury at this price point. You can also get long-wheelbase versions for more comfort. Volvo XC90 AS with…

James_Brodie@dennis.co.uk @jimmybrods ● Chinese makers dominate show ● Vast array of pure-electric cars SPANNING the enormous number of vast halls at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Centre last week was a spread of brand new cars from many familiar faces. These included Audi’s AI:ME concept, Volkswagen’s ID. Roomzz and the facelifted MINI Clubman. But this year’s Shanghai Motor Show was mostly dominated by new metal from some fresh-faced, homegrown brands. Despite a recent sharp downturn in sales, China’s auto industry is still the fastest-growing in the world by some margin. The market for new-energy vehicles, particularly electric ones, is the largest on the planet. Annual EV sales in China are predicted to surpass two million by 2020, so unsurprisingly, a significant amount of new cars on display in Shanghai…

James_Brodie@dennis.co.uk @jimmybrods ● Two-seater set for 2020 launch ● Brand’s first electrified model LOTUS will launch an all-new sports car in 2020, its first new model for 12 years. It will also be the firm’s first vehicle to feature an electrified powertrain ahead of the all-electric Type 130 hypercar, confirmed at last week’s Shanghai Motor Show. Since the Evora was launched in 2008, Lotus’s model portfolio has been littered with special-edition versions of the Elise and Exige. The fresh sports car, which doesn’t have a name yet, will be based on an all-new platform rather than the firm’s trusted extruded-aluminium chassis. Our exclusive images show how it could look. “We’re busy now investing in a pretty aggressive business plan that will deliver an all-new sports car next year,” Lotus CEO…

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Alex_Ingram@dennis.co.uk @AxleIngram THIS is the DS 3 Crossback: the second SUV from PSA’s new premium brand. It’s a big ask to waltz into the compact SUV class at the best of times, but with prices starting from £21,550, the Crossback is aiming straight at posher models such as the Audi Q2 and the MINI Countryman. We found enough to like on the French model’s international launch (Issue 1,567), but does it hold the same appeal back in the UK? The Crossback is the first PSA Group car to ride on the Common Modular Platform (CMP), which will underpin the upcoming Peugeot 208 and Vauxhall Corsa. CMP gives a rigid structure to work from, and is able to accommodate fancy in-car tech, Level 2 autonomy and electrified powertrains. First impressions show…

Richard_Ingram@dennis.co.uk @rsp_ingram THE Toyota Camry is a global superstar. Despite not being available in Europe for 15 years, it has continued to sell strongly around the world; since 1982, the firm has built and shifted more than 19 million units. Now, with the demise of the Avensis, it’s time for the Camry to return to Britain. On list price alone, this new rival for the VW Passat and Vauxhall Insignia looks dear, but Toyota expects 80 per cent of UK sales to be to fleet buyers. And the entry-level Camry’s 23 per cent Benefit-in-Kind rating smashes the equivalent Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI DSG (30 per cent) right out of the park. The Camry really shines around town, where it is whisper quiet. Its electric motor offers instant throttle response and…

Honda Jazz THE Honda Jazz is a cleverly designed supermini that makes the most of its interior space. There’s a host of useful cubbyholes inside, the rear bench can fold up like cinema seats and the boot offers a handy 354-litre capacity. Elsewhere, the car impresses with its slick manual gearbox, generous standard kit and decent build quality. Hyundai i20 CLOSELY related to the Kia Rio, the i20 offers a similar blend of comfort, practicality and equipment – all at a reasonable price. Running costs aren’t quite on par with the rest of the class, but the five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty and well-specced trim levels work in the Hyundai’s favour. Suzuki Baleno SOMEWHAT overshadowed by the smaller Swift in the Suzuki range, the Baleno is a bit of a hidden gem.…

MODEL TESTED: Mercedes-AMG G 63 PRICE: £143,370 ENGINE: 4.0-litre V8, 577bhp A REVAMP for Mercedes’ flagship G 63 AMG means there’s a new contender in the luxury SUV market. Buyers wanting an off-roader packed with personality and performance should take note – so what’s the £143,370 G 63 like? Design & engineering WHILE the styling might not look all that different to its predecessor’s, this new G-Class sports some big changes underneath. Its body is still separate from the backbone chassis below, which uses independent suspension at the front controlled by three-mode air suspension. The 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8 is new for this G 63, too, tuned to produce 577bhp and 850Nm of torque. It exhales through the G 63’s trademark – a pair of fat side exhausts – and the…

NOISE THE G 63 AMG’s trademark is its pair of dual-exit side exhaust pipes. They give it a huge amount of character both visually and aurally. Its V8 doesn’t have the same hardcore edge as it does in AMG’s sports saloons and supercars – it’s a more woofly tone reminiscent of an old school non-turbo engine. In isolation, the Bentayga sounds good, but it can’t match the Merc for character. OFF ROAD NOT many owners are likely to explore the off-road prowess of their near-£150,000 SUVs, but if they do, they’ll find the G 63 is more accomplished. More ground clearance and three locking differentials operated by chunky buttons give the Mercedes the edge. Bentley offers different off-road modes that you select via its rotary controller (below). The Bentayga will…

James_Brodie@dennis.co.uk @jimmybrods Running costs 38.8mpg (on test) £55 fill-up/£140 or 25% tax Practicality Boot (seats up/down) 330/1,150 litres Performance 0-62mph/top speed 9.6 seconds/121mph WE’VE welcomed a fresh supermini to our fleet. Say hello to our very new and very blue Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI SE L, which we’ll be taking to task over the next six months on test. Why the Fabia? Here and now in 2019, it occupies an interesting space in the Volkswagen Group empire. It was on the receiving end of a very mild facelift in 2018, but this is a car that sticks out in the group’s vast small car spread. While its main siblings, the Volkswagen Polo and SEAT Ibiza, have moved on to the latest group supermini platform – known internally as MQB A0…

Audi A6 Avant Iss 1,555, 1,558, 1,566, 1,571 Cupra Ateca Issue 1,564 Dacia Duster Issues 1,561, 1,564 Hyundai Kona Electric Issues 1,551, 1,556, 1,561, 1,566, 1,571 Kia e-Niro Issue 1,569 Kia Ceed Issue 1,567 Mazda 6 Issues 1,549, 1,555, 1,560 Mercedes A-Class Issues 1,550, 1,559, 1,568 Mercedes G-Class Issue 1,565 Mercedes X-Class Iss 1,547, 1,557, 1,563, 1,571 Nissan Leaf Issues 1,533, 1,551, 1,555, 1,560, 1,568 SEAT Tarraco New arrival Volkswagen California New arrival Volkswagen Polo Iss 1,549, 1,558, 1,562, 1,570 Volvo V60 Iss 1,553, 1,560, 1,567, 1,571…

FIRST TEST Nuna MYTI Price: £275 Contact: www.nuna.eu/uk CHILD seats are a significant investment, so it’s worth choosing one that grows with your child. Nuna claims its new MYTI is the first to blend that scalability with i-Size regulations. The 13.3kg MYTI’s weight contributes to the kind of solidity you might associate with a Group 0 or 1 child seat, but is much less common in a high-backed booster. It has plenty of padding, as well as adjustable headrest and shoulder supports, which mean that children up to 19.5kg will be comfortable. And as far as we can tell from appearances at least, they should be well protected in the event of a crash. The integrated straps are easy to adjust and can be unbuckled single-handed. However, we are a little…

Ford Mustang II and Pinto, 1970-1980 Marc Cranswick (Veloce Publishing, www.veloce.co.uk) Price: £19.99 THE story of the unloved Mustang II isn’t one many fans will be raring to read. Cranswick takes a rose-tinted approach and gives a new perspective to these US oddballs. It’s worth picking up, if only to remember why these underpowered econoboxes existed. Ginetta: Road and Track Cars Trevor Pyman (Crowood Press, www.crowood.com) Price: £25 THIS race-focused British brand has some really interesting cars in its history, and they’re well written up and presented here. It’s a seriously in-depth account that also feels like great value for such an impressive volume. A fine buy, especially for Ginetta fans. Racing Fever: Moto Available for: iOS, Android Price: Free THE fairly simple gameplay could get old quickly, but it’s…

Got any car queries? Tristan_Shale-Hester@dennis.co.uk @AE_Consumer Q When is tech to cut NOx due? BOSCH recently announced a new system to cut NOx emissions from diesels to a tenth of present limits, but I haven’t heard anything since. Do you know when this will arrive? Philip Mason, E-mail A CORPORATE confidentiality agreements mean that it’s hard to say if any manufacturers have commissioned Bosch’s system, but those that have will take time to integrate it into their production lines. And some car makers have cut (or even eliminated) NOx emissions from diesel engines using their own technology. Q Hot topic for future EV buyer I WOULD like my next car to be pure-electric, but I wonder where EVs source their heat. Given there’s no engine to warm the cabin up, where does the…

Stephen_Errity@dennis.co.uk ● Leclerc downbeat on Shanghai ● Advantage Mercedes for Baku FERRARI team principal Mattia Binotto is coming under pressure after the squad failed to prevent another Mercedes 1-2 at the Chinese Grand Prix, despite a decision early in the race to let Sebastian Vettel pass team-mate Charles Leclerc. The Monegasque passed Vettel at the start and was running third, but later said he was being held up by Vettel after he let the German ahead to chase the Mercs. After the race, Binotto had to defend his outfit’s team-orders stance to the media, saying: “I understand the feeling of Charles. It’s a shame for him. But at that stage of the race the Mercedes were slightly faster. “I think we simply tried to give Sebastian a go and see…