Both the next Qashqai and X-Trail will be built at Sunderland which means 7000 jobs in the North East remain secure.

Skoda has revised the Octavia, with a new headlight design and updated infotainment the most important changes.

It’s larger and more spacious than before, plus it comes with a higher level of standard equipment including navigation.

With updated connectivity and a semi-autonomous driving mode, the revised Leon goes on sale in early 2017. It is likely be priced from around £18,000, like the current car.

Details are few and far between but we expect the plug-in hybrid to use a 1.5-litre petrol engine and to be capable of more than 100mpg, officially.

Volkswagen confirms "extensive Golf update" for 2017, with lower running costs and more technology.

From launch there will be five engine options and four trim levels. Standard equipment on basic models includes keyless entry and start, a touchscreen, air conditioning and smartphone connectivity.

If you’re looking for a trustworthy and hassle-free way of buying a car, but don't have enough money to buy new, then an approved used scheme could be for you.

Models affected include the Ford Fiesta, over possible fire concerns, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class over possible fuel leaks and the 2010 Prius, due to possible airbag problems.

Power comes from the same 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre petrol engines as the MX-5 Roadster, but the RF (for Retractable Fastback) has a targa-style folding metal top for improved refinement and security.

The 3.6Kw Chargemaster Homecharge retails for £279 and will be provided and installed for private, business and fleet customers. It can charge the car up to 60 per cent faster than a three-pin socket.

Mercedes-Benz adds 200 d to E-Class Estate range and lowers entry-price by £1200.