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NOT all hybrid cars are as green as they seem — with some not even as clean as their diesel rivals, a study shows. A new assessment system gave the £35,000 Mitsubishi Outlander, a plug-in hybrid SUV, just two stars out of five. It was beaten easily not only by hybrid rivals in the independent Green NCAP test but also by diesel and petrol cars that use the latest technology to keep emissions down. These included the diesels Skoda Octavia (3.5 stars) and Seat Leon (3 stars) as well as petrol versions of the Volkswagen Golf (3.5 stars) and the Audi A3 (3 stars). Unlike official emissions ratings done under lab conditions, Green NCAP tests rate cars based on greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency and air pollution. And unlike official tests that let cars boast of green credentials and claim low tax rates, the Green NCAP exams take place in real-world conditions. These include cold weather, on rough roads, with batteries not at full power and not going at optimal … [Read more...] about Not all hybrid cars are green – with some not even as clean as their diesel rivals

BRITS won't own their dream car until they are 47 but it must be a black sports car - preferably an Audi or Aston Martin. A study of 2,000 drivers found many know what they want, but most will have to wait before making the dream a reality, owning more practical or affordable alternatives in the meantime. In their twenties, Brits are most likely to own a supermini or saloon car, while a hatchback or an estate are popular choices for those in their thirties. But no matter what the car, people insist on the 'basic' luxuries like heated seats (43 per cent) and built in satnav (44 per cent). Neil You, general manager at YesAuto UK, which commissioned the survey, said: “Daydreaming about the cars we’d like to own one day is something British drivers love to do. “Opportunities for car owners are expanding, we have features on the site such as our Virtual Showroom which means exploring those dream vehicles has never been easier. LIFETIME OF CARS TIMELINE Saloon – … [Read more...] about Brits’ dream car is a black Audi or Aston Martin sports car but most will have to wait until they’re 47 to own one

LAMBO bosses must be spitting blood watching Audi soak up all the Hollywood glitz and glamour. Take the likes of Tony Stark, aka Iron Man. He drives an Audi R8 in the Marvel blockbusters instead of a Lamborghini Huracan. Same bones underneath, of course, but the Huracan is higher in the pecking order. Now Lambo has dropped its biggest hint yet by putting Iron Man’s heart in the new £2.5million Sian. I’m talking about that glow-up “supercap” badge between the seats. It does serve an actual purpose though, because it crowns the electric power source for Lambo’s first hybrid supercar. It’s complicated but I think I’ve got my head around it. Rather than use a lithium-ion battery pack like everyone else, Lambo has adopted what’s called a supercapacitor. It’s smaller and lighter and can’t hold as much energy but it doesn’t need to because it discharges and recharges instantly. So it boosts the already insane 785hp V12 by another 34 horsies when you floor it and … [Read more...] about We test drive Lamborghini’s £2.5m & 217mph Sian hybrid supercar

Ant McPartlin has been confirmed as host for I'm A Celebrity 2019. The Geordie presenter will be back alongside best pal Declan Donnelly after missing out on last year's trip to Australia. Ant pulled out of the 2018 series and all other TV commitment after pleading guilty to drink driving, so This Morning host Holly Willoughby stood in. Holly admitted she loved her time in the jungle but it was definitely a one-off and she would be watching from home this year. Speaking at the Bafta Masterclass of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, ITV producer Richard Cowles revealed Ant would definitely be back. He said: “We love what Holly did, but we’re very much looking forward to Ant coming back and I think it’s going to be an amazing series. “I think the job is for us to create a series and cast where everyone wants to come back and watch more, so I’m not worried [about ratings]. “I’m looking forward to seeing Ant and Dec back again.” Video Loading Video … [Read more...] about Ant McPartlin confirmed for I’m A Celebrity 2019 as he replaces Holly Willoughby

GARETH Gates and Faye Brookes have split up after dating on and off for seven years and called off their engagement. The Pop Idol star, 35, and the former Corrie star, 31 -  who were planning their wedding – have decided they are better off as friends. A source told The Sun Online: "Gareth and Faye have been through a lot together but they just can't make it work. "She's in a different place right now after leaving Corrie and is working hard to land some new roles. "She was really excited about the wedding and had even picked a venue but deep down she knew it wasn't right. "They are both really sad about it but have vowed to remain friends." In recent weeks the pair haven't been seen in public and Faye has been hinting at heartbreak on her social media. Today she posted a quote that read: "Someone said 'Don't be afraid to start over again. this tiem, you are are not starting from scratch, you are are starting from experience." Gareth is currently on holiday … [Read more...] about Gareth Gates and Faye Brookes split and call off their engagement