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BMW recently launched the updated 2025 iX and the new Mini John Cooper Works range in the UK. I went along to drive the iX and the Mini Aceman JCW Electric. Here's my review for YouTube in which I might have a favourite.

Ignition GT - Audi doesn't seem to be able to make up its mind regarding its model names lately, but until things change, this is the new A5. That means combustion engines with the upcoming A4 being electric. I went to the south of France to drive it and the new S5 and here's my review for Ignition GT.

Motorscribe YouTube - Subaru has launched the 6th generation of its Forester in the UK. I went along to the launch to drive it and put together this first video review for my new Motorscribe YouTube channel. I'm supposed to say please "Like and Subscribe" but no pressure.

Automotive Powertrain Technology International - The Audi A4 has become the A5, at least until the all-electric A4 comes along. Audi has changed its mind on its naming strategy, again, but the A5 is the combustion-engined version of the A4, using Audi's latest Premium Platform Combustion. I delve into the details for APTI magazine.

CGTN Europe - What does 2025 have in store for automakers, especially when it comes to Electric Vehicles? How will the Nissan and Honda merger work and how are attitudes to cars in cities changing? Lots to discuss in this insert for CGTN Europe.

Wanted - The replacement for the Lamborghini Huracan, the Temerario, brings a new and more contemporary design. It boasts electrification with three electric motors supporting the V8 and there's more tech and comfort. I spoke to the CEO, Stephan Winkelmann to get the lowdown on the new bull.

Car Design News - Genesis has revealed its Magma performance plans. Design boss Luc Donckerwolke provides some insight into what Magma is all about and what we can expect in the years ahead. Subscription may be required.

Times Live - Jaguar created a great deal of controversy with its corporate rebrand, but the Type 00 concept tells more about the vision of the cars that will wear the new jaGuar badge. I spoke to executives and the design team to get some insight into the strategy.

ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle - Visited Magna Electronics in Germany to get some insight into their latest driver assistance technology. This piece for AAVI delves into the tech with Magna's key experts and discusses the role AI can have in filling some gaps.

Rest Less UK - SUVs might be popular at the moment, but they are still outnumbered by small cars that are big on personality and the latest tech. This piece for Rest Less UK picks 10 of the best small cars and looks at a few heading to the UK in the months ahead.

Oracle Time - Marcello Gandini was one of the greatest automobile designers of all time. His works included the Lamborghini Miura and Countach but he also penned the Citroen BX and Fiat X1/9. Delve into some of his famous and not so famous designs and then browse some wonderful new watches.

Autocar - The Suzuki Jimny became a firm favourite very quickly in the UK. Then just as quickly it was taken away due to emissions regs. It's still avaialble in some international markets and recently a more practical five-door version was added. I drove it in South Africa and you can read my review of it for Autocar here.

The Telegraph - The Porsche Taycan combines sportiness with clean electric driving, but it's probably not the first choice to take on a camping trip. We jumped into a Taycan Cross Turismo with a rooftop tent and headed into the hills of north west Wales, a place notorious for lacking rapid EV charging facilities. To find out how it all turned out, have a read of the piece here. Subscription might be required.