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The 2025 Hyundai Venue Elite is a compact SUV built around simplicity, efficiency and everyday usability, pairing a small-displacement petrol engine with front-wheel drive and an equipment set aimed at city driving.

The 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV represents a major technological and strategic step for Ford in the global pickup truck market. Built around a plug-in hybrid system combining a 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine with a 75 kW electric motor, it blends practicality, performance and lower emissions. The new model targets professionals and private users seeking full pickup capability with electrified efficiency.

The Chinese premium brand Denza, a subsidiary of BYD Auto, has officially launched the 2025 model year of its Denza D9, a large luxury multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) available in both plug-in hybrid (PHEV/DM-i) and fully electric (EV) variants. Designed for comfort, efficiency, and high technology, the D9 aims to challenge established rivals in global MPV markets. It combines cutting-edge engineering with executive-level refinement and sets a new benchmark for luxury people movers.

The 2025 BYD Denza B5 marks a significant step for the Chinese automaker BYD Auto as it introduces a premium, off-road capable plug-in hybrid SUV to multiple markets including Europe, the UK, Australia and beyond. The model is positioned to compete with traditional luxury off-roaders, combining a body-on-frame architecture with a large battery pack and twin-motor hybrid system.

The BYD Denza B8 is a full-size plug-in hybrid SUV developed under BYD’s premium Denza sub-brand. Initially introduced in China as the Fangchengbao (Leopard) 8, the B8 combines robust off-road capability, hybrid performance, and modern luxury. This article explores its technical specifications, driving dynamics, global market strategy, and how it compares across Europe, the USA, and Australia.

The 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV is the first plug-in hybrid version of Great Wall Motor’s mid-size pickup, and its launch is drawing attention across Australia, and potentially in Europe and the U.S. markets. It combines a turbocharged petrol engine with an electric drive, while retaining off-road and towing capabilities. In this press-style article we examine its specifications, pricing, market strategy, and how it compares in key regions.

In mid-2025, Mitsubishi refreshed the ASX compact SUV, particularly the ES Street trim, with updated styling, additional equipment, and revised warranty terms. This review outlines the car’s technical specifications, equipment, efficiency, and then compares how it is positioned in Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, and other regions, with the notable absence of the model in the U.S. market.

In Oxfordshire, Frontline Cars has revived the iconic 1950s MG A with the Frontline MGA Factory Edition, a restomod that retains the spirit of the classic while integrating modern engineering and craftsmanship. This project combines lightweight construction, advanced performance, and bespoke interiors, creating a car that blends nostalgia with contemporary usability.

The 2025 Toyota Fortuner GXL builds on its reputation as a tough, family-sized SUV based on the HiLux ladder-frame chassis. It combines strong diesel performance with a seven-seat cabin, off-road ability, and a range of modern features. This article focuses on the car itself - its specifications, design, comfort, and utility - before placing it in context across international markets.

The Hyundai Inster 2025 is a newly introduced electric urban crossover, derived from the Korean-market Casper model. Designed for city driving, it combines compact dimensions with spacious interiors and advanced electric technology. The model has already earned international recognition, including the prestigious 2025 World Electric Vehicle award.