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This week: Tesla Model Y driven in the UK, the return of the Opel Manta and a visit to the JCB academy
Tesla has expanded its model range further, and we’ve got ourselves behind the wheel of the new Model Y. The £55,000 crossover packs a 315-mile range and is set to arrive in the UK in March next year.
-Also in this issue-
The legendary Opel Manta and Lancia Delta will return to lead Stellantis’ EV attack, as new long-range electric variants will tap into the sporting pedigree of their famous nameplates.
Jack Warrick investigates how recovery firms are adapting to the increasing number of electric cars. Do independents have the resources they need?
The Ford Focus will receive a major update, with new styling, upgraded infotainment and extra equipment.
-Reviews-
-The Tesla Model Y leads our first drive section this week. The EV firm scored a smash hit with the Model 3 compact saloon - is an SUV version certain for even greater success?-
The Chevrolet Corvette C8 hits europe. Can the Porsche 911 rival compete on the global stage? Elsewhere, the Volvo C40 Recharge, Ferrari SF90 Stradale, RAM 1500 TRX are tested.
The BMW 5 Series leads our in-depth road test this week.
-Features-
The Mini is often presented as the genesis of the front-driven car, but much of the mechanical make-up used by manufacturers nowadays derives from an all but forgotten Fiat. The Volkswagen Golf and Fiat 128 face off.
Elsewhere, Colin Goodwin pays a visit to the JCB academy and John Evans embarks on a London to Brighton rally in a Renault Zoe.
-Opinions-
Matt Prior discusses the revival of the Lancia Delta, while James Ruppert explains how to make your fuel go further.
-Deals-
The Land Rover Defender features in this week’s used buying guide, and we run through a selection of sporty hatchbacks available among the classifieds.
-Where to buy-
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