Actively reporting, writing, and editing on automotive news and since 2021, Dave has brought his acerbic wit and love of European car culture to brands such as HotCars, CarBuzz,and TopSpeed.

City driving demands agility, efficiency, and a footprint that slips through traffic and into parking spots like an assassin.

The automobile world is full of names, terms, and abbreviations. One of the simplest terms - compact car - is one that is also open to interpretation, and some vehicles can straddle different classes.

Don't let their size fool you; the best small electric cars today are punching well above their weight in terms of value and capability. The EV market’s rapid expansion means owning a new, ...

If you’re shopping for a new car, chances are you’re considering one or more of the seven compact SUVs in this comparison test; taken together, roughly 1 in 10 new vehicles sold in 2024 was one of ...

Discover the 6 most affordable cars to buy in 2025. Compare prices, features, and value to find the best budget car for you. In 2025, the search for an affordable new car is no longer just about ...

The compact car segment is incredibly popular. You can get a brand-new compact car for under $30,000 in 2025. One compact car provides the most value in terms of performance, efficiency and standard ...

VW’s CEO says tightening emissions rules make small gas cars too expensive to save—clearing the way for a new wave of affordable electric models.

The 1956 Renault 4CV arrived at a moment when Europe was still rebuilding, and it quietly rewrote the rules for what a family ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. U.K.-based Neil Winton covers the European Auto industry. Europeans have been priced out of the market for small cars by ...