In most ways, the new Leapmotor T03 impresses. It's well priced, you get lots of kit and it's an EV. But the electronic nanny systems are terrible.

My dealer informed me that I'm 20th in line for a Kia EV9 replacement motor that doesn't even have a part number yet. Kia's corporate response has been poor.

The move, incorporating all-wheel drive, will help help motorists who need more muscle to tow trailers and caravans.