When Toyota first launched the iQ earlier this year, it knew the project would help shape the future of the small car market. So it’s exciting news indeed to hear that Aston Martin is interested in expanding on the car’s design to create the Cygnet.

We’ve been learning more about the ‘home’ of new Prius; the Tsutsumi factory in Japan where it’s built. We’re fascinated by the lengths management and staff go to make it a showcase for environmental best practice.

The Next Prius has been busy touring the UK over the last few weeks. Toyota is also previewing the Prius to journalists and customers at the MIRA test track in Warwickshire.

We’ve learned a lot about the nuts-and-bolts technical advances Toyota has made with new Prius, but the work invested in the car’s design and packaging has also had a big impact on its performance and its practicality as day-to-day transport

Earlier this month, Toyota launched its Prius hybrid car to the European press in Stockholm. Two weeks on and the first reviews are out - so what do the journalists think?

Well, the Prius is back safely, and Charlie, Alex and myself have all been fed and watered (if not quite properly rested).