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This week on autoexpress.co.uk we've got all the latest pictures and details on Ford's new hot hatch – the Focus ST. With a 247bhp turbocharged 2.0-litre engine, bosses are promising one of the most exciting fast Fords yet. And the best bit? It arrives early next year. And that's not all, we've got a shoot-out of Porsches past and present, as we pit the extreme Cayman R against its legendary ancestor: the 904. How far have lightweight, race-inspired Porsches come in the last 45 years? Find out in our test. In news, BMW has started the unveiling of its all new 1-Series, and Aston Martin has once again joined forces with Italian design house Zagato on a new project. Elsewhere on the site, we want your say. The Government wants to introduce instant penalties for dangerous manoeuvres such as undertaking and tailgating, but is it a good idea? Leave your comments on the site and the best replies will be printed in next week's magazine. Our testers have hit the road in some of the latest models, including a new V6 petrol-engined Mercedes E-Class promising better fuel economy than a diesel. Read all about it here. We've also been behind the wheel of the most efficient Vauxhall Corsa yet – the tax-free 1.3 CDTi. Finally, read our verdict on the hot diesel MINI Cooper SD, as we pit it against the Nissan Juke and SEAT Ibiza FR TDI. We look forward to welcoming you to the site. Dan Strong
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 Focus ST enters final testing Fresh images and new details on Focus ST as it prepares for 2012 on sale date. |
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 Porsche Cayman R vs 904 We see if the extreme new Porsche Cayman R can live up to the reputation of the legendary 904. |
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 Hyundai i40 saloon: first pics and details Korean firm unveils its Mondeo-rivalling model at the Barcelona Motor Show. |
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 New Calibra's green light Leak confirms reborn Vauxhall coupé is on the way and it will be based on the Insignia. |
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 New Aston Martin Zagato British supercar maker joins forces with Italian design house again on a new project. |
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 BMW teases new 1-Series Image of two cloaked hatchbacks kicks off build up to unveiling of new 1-Series. |
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 VW Golf GTI Edition 35 New special edition celebrates 35 years of the Golf GTI with a power upgrade and visual tweaks. |
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 Merc makes world's fastest ambulance Modified SLS debuts at emergency services motor show in Germany. |
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 On-the-spot fines for bad drivers Government considers instant penalties for offences like tailgating and undertaking. |
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 Rejecting a new or used car Ever tried to reject a new or used car? Auto Express is here to help, and we want to hear your stories. |
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 Vauxhall Corsa 1.3 CDTi Facelifted Corsa diesel swaps pace for economy, making new ecoFlex model road tax exempt. |
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 SsangYong Korando New crossover SUV is a step in the right direction for the revived Korean firm - particularly in budget 2WD form. |
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 Ford Grand C-MAX EcoBoost Ford's seven-seater MPV gets a new petrol turbo engine, we see if it’s the range’s best buy. |
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 Mercedes E350 BlueDIRECT The E-Class gets a new V6 petrol engine with class-leading efficiency, and a revised automatic gearbox too. |
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 SEAT Ibiza 1.2 TSI Does the addition of a turbocharger improve SEAT's sporty runabout? Auto Express took a drive to find out. |
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 MINI Cooper SD vs rivals With the new Cooper SD, MINI hopes to blend fun with low running costs. We see if it can beat hot diesel rivals... |
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 Mercedes C-Class group test Mercedes has refreshed its compact exec, but is it enough to beat Audi and BMW rivals? Find out here. |
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 Electric Peugeot EX1 breaks 'Ring record Peugeot's concept car smashes Nurburgring record to become the fastest electric car to set a lap. |
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 Hyundai ix35 Long weekends have allowed our SUV to stretch its legs out of town – and it’s really impressed. |
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 Folding bikes tested Cut fuel bills and beat jams with a bicycle that fits in your boot. We pick from eight of the best. |
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