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Auto Express

Cuts to policing are increasing danger on our roads

BMW revs up electrifying new M5 • SCOOP Next-generation M5 ready to plug into hybrid power to raise the super-saloon stakes even higher

COMING SOON BMW’S M-CAR BIRTHDAY BONANZA

Does the UK need a National Roads Police Force?

How dire is the state of UK roads policing?

Fixed-penalty tickets issued for traffic offences 2011 to 2018

Toyota adds lightness to Yaris hot hatch

Lexus shows its wild side with off-road concepts

Subaru’s 1,000bhp EV targets ’Ring times

news in brief

Peugeot confirms all-electric 308 is coming

Updates keep Fiat’s line-up looking fresh

Numbers game for e-tron facelift

DfT hits the brakes on smart motorways for next five years

news in brief

ANALYSIS: Can current car brands survive onslaught of EV startups? • We ask the experts if traditional firms can survive industry changes

Can ‘non-auto’ brands sell? • WILL LION BBH London – ad agency

What do investors think? • CHRIS HALL ESGinvestor.net – market analysis

Will the ‘old guard’ change its ways in time? • ANDY PALMER Auto executive and engineer

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SECRET FORDS • A new book delves behind the scenes at Ford to reveal the reimagining of its Group B monster, plus the company’s struggles to replace the ageing Escort with a fresh new design

Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid • FIRST DRIVE Behind the wheel of Bentley’s electrified limousine

RIVALS What it needs to beat

DS 9 E-Tense • FIRST DRIVE Flagship executive saloon has a fight on its hands

Peugeot 308 Hybrid • FIRST DRIVE Plug-in drive adds a sporty edge to new hatch

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake • FIRST DRIVE Load-lugging executive offers style, a sporty drive and plenty of kit

Used Buying Guides 15 family favourites with deals • Used-car prices have risen, so our guide will help you buy some great second-hand models at the right price

USED BUYING GUIDES: Hyundai i10 • FROM £900 Compact city car delivers a confidence-inspiring drive

USED BUYING GUIDES: Ford Fiesta • FROM £500 It sold in big numbers, so there are lots of Fiestas to choose from

USED BUYING GUIDES: MINI Hatch • FROM £900 With its focus on style and a fun drive, this Brit is an attractive buy

USED BUYING GUIDES: Renault Clio • FROM £900 Long-running supermini improves with each new generation

USED BUYING GUIDES: Vauxhall Corsa • FROM £600 Long-time Fiesta rival was Britain’s best-selling car in 2021

USED BUYING GUIDES: Peugeot 2008 • FROM £4,000 The two models look very different, but they’re both great value

USED BUYING GUIDES: Audi A3 • FROM £1,000 Upmarket hatch set the tone for Audi’s premium rivals to follow

USED BUYING GUIDES: BMW 1 Series • FROM £1,250 Front or rear-drive, this is the most fun premium hatch to drive

USED BUYING GUIDES: Honda Civic • FROM £1,100 This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Civic nameplate

USED BUYING GUIDES: Mercedes A-Class • FROM £900 Smallest Merc morphed from MPV to a desirable hatchback

USED BUYING GUIDES: Skoda Octavia • FROM £700 Through every generation, this Skoda has always been great value

USED BUYING GUIDES: Volkswagen Golf • FROM £2,000 Family hatch has stood the test of time for nearly half a century

USED BUYING GUIDES: Nissan Qashqai • FROM £1,200 Qashqai blazed a trail for the current crossover-SUV craze

USED BUYING GUIDES: Kia...