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Kia has officially unveiled its new PV7 electric van, expanding its growing range of purpose-built electric commercial vehicles. The new Kia PV7 made its world premiere at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Germany, on 14 September 2026. It is the second dedicated electric model in Kia's new Platform Beyond Vehicle range, following the smaller PV5. Kia says the PV7 is designed to give businesses and other users more space, flexibility and long-distance capability.

Buying or checking a car in UK often starts with one simple question - is everything actually in order? From expired tax to invalid MOTs, small oversights can quickly turn into costly problems. Yet until now, getting even the most basic vehicle information has not always been quick or convenient. That is exactly what Top Car Check is changing. UK drivers can now access essential vehicle information in seconds thanks to a brand-new free MOT check tool. The new feature allows anyone to quickly look up key details about a vehicle using just the number plate - completely free of charge. No cost, no hassle, and no guesswork - just fast, reliable information when you need it most.

Some cars lose value quickly. Others seem to resist it year after year. Even in a market that has been unpredictable, certain models continue to stand out for one simple reason - people just keep wanting them. For used car buyers, value retention matters more than ever. It affects what you pay today, what you can sell for later, and how much risk you take on if the market shifts again. As prices begin to settle and buyers become more selective, cars with strong long term appeal are separating themselves from the rest.

Most drivers entered 2025 with one clear expectation - that used car prices would finally settle after years of unpredictable swings. The UK market had been chaotic since 2021, slightly stabilised in 2024, and many hoped 2025 would be the reset. Instead, the year delivered a different story. Prices fell in some categories, climbed in others, and confused buyers across the country.

The UK has officially entered a new era for electric and low emission cars. For years, EV owners enjoyed the sweet deal of zero road tax, lower running costs, and exemption from congestion zones. But from April 2025, that’s all changed. The government has gone with a major shift in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), and if you drive - or plan to buy - an electric or hybrid car, these updates will affect you directly. Let’s break down what’s changed, what stays the same, and how this impacts both used car buyers and electric vehicle owners across the UK.