Category: Automotive

This post was originally published on Autocar Electrical assistance reduces engine idle speed from 720rpm to 600rpm Electrical assistance is said to improve engine’s refinement and responsiveness without hurting truck’s capabilities A new mild-hybrid diesel Toyota Hilux has gone on sale in the UK, priced from £49,640, with the brand claiming it offers the same capabilities… Continue reading Mild-hybrid diesel Toyota Hilux goes on sale at £49,640

This post was originally published on Autocar Van den Acker said now is the time for 70s/80s cars and in 10 years we could see the 90s and 00s return Chief designer believes in “window of opportunity” to create more “cool” retro revivals after 5 Turbo 3E Renault will continue to tap into its back… Continue reading Renault to revive 'Fast and Furious cars' as it taps into retro

This post was originally published on Autocar With steer-by-wire, the only link between the steering wheel and the front wheels is an electromechanical actuator The Nio ET9 now comes with a ZF full steer-by-wire system that has no mechanical connection between the road wheels and the steering wheel. It’s among the first production cars to… Continue reading Why the car industry is turning to steer-by-wire

This post was originally published on Autocar The pitfalls that might apply to ownership of a typical EV don’t matter if you own 13 more cars Too big and heavy, too expensive, too slow to charge. These are all accusations levelled at today’s electric car batteries, to an extent and on occasions, fairly.  Consider also what’s… Continue reading Why electric propulsion is the perfect fit for Rolls-Royce

This post was originally published on Autocar Rolls-Royce fights the habit of 120 years and launches its first electric car  The Rolls-Royce Spectre is the super-luxury car company’s first electric vehicle. But if you think electric cars are a modern phenomenon, remember that when company founders Charles Rolls and Henry Royce met, electric cars were very… Continue reading Rolls-Royce Spectre

This post was originally published on Autocar House of Commons’ public accounts committee recently found England’s roads to be “national embarrassment” From 30 June, each local authority must publish a report detailing how many potholes it has repaired England’s local authorities will be required to publish annual reports stating how many potholes they have filled or face… Continue reading English councils must prove pothole repairs or lose funding

This post was originally published on Autocar Updated Arona and Ibiza (pictured) are due later this year – but now face fresh threat Brand warns it may have to “start firing people” and “stop building Ibiza, Arona” due to tariffs on Tavascan Volkswagen-owned Seat Group has warned that the impact of the European Union’s new… Continue reading Seat boss: Chinese EV tariffs threaten ICE cars and European jobs

This post was originally published on Autocar BMW’s Neue Klasse concept previewed a bold new direction for its future cabins The electric age has spawned lounge-like interior designs that are redefining how cars look and feel inside After decades of ubiquitous grey, black and cream interiors, car makers are finally experimenting with more adventurous combinations of… Continue reading How car interiors are sparking new levels of creativity

This post was originally published on Autocar We drove three donated ambulances full of medical aid to Ukraine in 2022 Mighty Convoy, a British non-profit organisation that delivers ambulances and medical aid to Ukraine, has joined forces with two other charities to more effectively get aid to the sick and injured. I travelled with Mighty Convoy a… Continue reading Ukraine needs vans, minibuses and pick-ups – can you help?

This post was originally published on Autocar Not only is the MX-5 good on track, it also swallowed up the six-hour drive to Anglesey with aplomb We take to North Wales, in winter, for a world-first unlit track night I am peddling my Mazda MX-5 as fast as I dare. In front of me is… Continue reading Night light: We try overnight track ‘day’ in the Mazda MX-5

This post was originally published on Autocar Autocar’s Editor Mark Tisshaw talks to Citroen CEO Thierry Koskas about possible new 2CVs and much more In this bonus podcast, Autocar’s Editor, Mark Tisshaw, meets the Citroen CEO Thierry Koskas. Citroen has refreshed its entire model range in the past 12 months as part of an all-new… Continue reading MWIC Bonus Episode 3: Autocar meets Citroen CEO Thierry Koskas

This post was originally published on Autocar Smart #5 Summit gets a roof rack and side-mounted ladders Off-road-styled #5 electric SUV is by far Smart’s largest and most potent car yet UK deliveries of the Smart #5 – the brand’s biggest car yet – will begin in October. An EV that will attempt to win over buyers… Continue reading Smart #5 gets 366-mile range and 4×4-inspired special edition

This post was originally published on Autocar Big SUV relinquishes V6 engine as Italian luxury brand initiates electric transition Electric cars can struggle to excite enthusiasts, so Maserati has used some powerful imagery to sell its inaugural crop of EVs: lightning, or folgore if you’re Italian.The first of them to arrive is the Maserati Grecale… Continue reading Maserati Grecale Folgore

This post was originally published on Autocar That’s right – the AA started operating in Surrey and Sussex in 1905 as an activist group The AA today is a wide-reaching organisation whose services range from insurance and breakdown cover to giving driving lessons and general advice. It’s perhaps hard to believe, then, that this trusted… Continue reading It’s hard to believe, but this trusted body has its origins law-dodging

This post was originally published on Autocar New T-Roc will be unveiled at the Munich motor show in September Toyota Prius-style system will be rolled out across most VW Group models Volkswagen will introduce a full-hybrid powertrain to its line-up for the first time with the second-generation T-Roc, which will be unveiled at the Munich motor… Continue reading Volkswagen to introduce full-hybrid powertrains with 2026 T-Roc

This post was originally published on Autocar Never mind whacking up the heating – here’s how to properly zap some electrons There’s one part of the process we currently go through when benchmarking a new car for a road test that, while necessary, isn’t formally part of it at all. And yet it’s very often one of… Continue reading The best way to drain an EV? Just spank it

This post was originally published on Autocar Seagull is also known as the Dolphin Mini in some markets, but will be named the Dolphin Surf here Seagull EV will be renamed the Dolphin Surf and upgraded when it goes on sale in the UK later this year The BYD Dolphin Surf will be one of… Continue reading New BYD Dolphin Surf bound for UK as sub-£20k EV

This post was originally published on Autocar New Stelvio will be offered with choice of hybrid and electric powertrains Flagship seen testing as brand begins phasing out the current SUV and its Giulia saloon sibling Alfa Romeo is putting the finishing touches on the next-generation Stelvio, having started to phase out the current-generation SUV and its… Continue reading First pictures of new Alfa Romeo Stelvio as current car bows out

This post was originally published on Autocar BYD perceives the Yangwang U9 as a rival for the likes of Ferrari’s SF90 BYD has grown its sales almost tenfold in five years – now it’s aiming for world domination Just five years ago, BYD posted its third straight decline in annual sales. The 530,000 cars it sold… Continue reading BYD's bold plan to take on Mercedes, Ferrari and more

This post was originally published on Autocar Suzuki’s stalwart supermini promises tech, style and an engaging drive. Does it deliver? In the current automotive landscape, the business case for bigger cars is easier to justify than that for smaller ones, which makes vehicles like the Suzuki Swift all the more unusual. The small car sector might seem… Continue reading Suzuki Swift review

This post was originally published on Autocar Ed Jones returns to Japanese brand’s British arm after seven years with Audi UK Welcome to Movers and Shakers, a new Autocar Business feature covering the latest job moves from across the automotive industry. This page will be updated regularly with all the biggest transfers, promotions and departures in… Continue reading Nissan GB names new sales director

This post was originally published on Autocar European roads are far more enjoyable with their higher speed limits and pristine surfaces Our next-door neighbours, with their 7383 miles of smooth, free-flowing highway linking the outer reaches of their pretty countryside to the ring roads of their major towns, provide valuable lessons in inter-urban road transportation. France’s first… Continue reading French motorways show us how it should be done

This post was originally published on Autocar Sharp looks to match clever tech – the Vauxhall Mokka wants you to have your cake and eat it As we know, jacked-up superminis like the Vauxhall Mokka can fly off the shelves. The Ford Puma is no stranger to the UK’s best-sellers chart and Vauxhall showrooms have… Continue reading Vauxhall Mokka

This post was originally published on Autocar Chinese giant aims straight at the Tesla Model Y with its new electric family SUV After shifting 4.72 million electric cars in 2024, BYD’s quest for world domination continues with the BYD Sealion 7, the latest in its maritime model range.Taxonomies of the animal kingdom be damned: the Sealion 7 starts… Continue reading BYD Sealion 7

This post was originally published on Autocar The German marque has installed all kinds of high-tech sound testing gear in Munich With the shift to electric cars and their near-silent drivetrains, the pressure to scrutinise noise generation from wind, tyres and vibration is getting even stronger, especially for premium manufacturers. BMW recently opened a new… Continue reading Inside the lab where BMW is making EVs even quieter

This post was originally published on Autocar SQ9 will be a three-row seven-seater that offers a range of hybrid powertrains Seven-seat hybrid flagship SUV has been redesigned during its development Audi is putting the finishing touches on the new Q9 SUV, its largest and most opulent model to date. It’s aimed primarily at markets such as… Continue reading Audi Q9 due next year as luxurious BMW X7 rival

This post was originally published on Autocar Jordan Grand Prix owner and TV pundit had been fighting prostate cancer Extravagant former Formula 1 team boss Eddie Jordan, whose eponymous outfit claimed four race wins during the 1990s, has died. He was 76. The Irishman, who had been living with aggressive prostate cancer, died in Cape… Continue reading Formula 1's Eddie Jordan dies aged 76

This post was originally published on Autocar MOT testers must now take photographs of cars as evidence they have actually been inspected DVSA’s new test verification process is fallible, claims former MOT inspector The government’s plan to tackle the most common form of MOT test fraud has been criticised by a former inspector who claims… Continue reading Crackdown on MOT fraud comes under fire

This post was originally published on Autocar Front end gets slim LED headlights and Cyberster-style lower grille Electric hatchback has grown to rival the likes of the Citroën ë-C4 and Kia Niro EV The second-generation MG 4 electric hatchback has been revealed in China, bringing a new look and a significant reduction in weight. The… Continue reading New MG 4 revealed with 161bhp and Cyberster-inspired styling

This post was originally published on Autocar Kryptonite green accents are borrowed from Peuegot Sport cars Racy version of load-lugger will be offered as 134bhp EV or with a 178bhp diesel engine Peugeot has launched a new version of its Expert van inspired by its 9X8 Le Mans hypercar. Named the Expert Sport, it gains the… Continue reading Peugeot Expert Sport revealed as Le Mans-inspired van

This post was originally published on Autocar Skoda’s practical and spacious family hatchback takes a step up in size Any list of spacious family shuttles for buyers to consider will have a Skoda featuring high up in it. Nine times out of 10, that Skoda will be the Octavia, thanks to its all-round ability, pleasing road… Continue reading Used Skoda Octavia 2014-2020 review

This post was originally published on Autocar Should you be worried about the battery life of an electric car? Not if you pay close attention to our guide For many car owners, the electric car represents an entirely new way of driving and brings with it many queries and worries. One of the largest concerns… Continue reading How long do batteries last in electric cars?

This post was originally published on Autocar Last-of-the-line DBS is a stunning swansong for Gaydon’s full-fat grand-touring coupé The Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate is what you would get if you plied the Toyota GR86 with anabolic steroids and then packed it off to the same finishing school as the BMW M5. All of which is to say… Continue reading Used Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate 2023-2024 review

This post was originally published on Autocar Anniversary special edition will be based on new GTI Clubsport New special edition will honour five decades of the iconic front-wheel-drive hot hatch Volkswagen has confirmed plans to unveil a celebratory Golf GTI model at the Nürburgring 24 Hours race in June, marking 50 years of the genre-defining… Continue reading Volkswagen to unveil 50th anniversary Golf GTI at Nurburgring 24hr

This post was originally published on Autocar Can the second-generation version emerge from the 3 Series’ shadow? Behind the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is a bit of marketing genius. Small saloons don’t tend to be very popular in Europe. When was the last time you saw a four-door version of the Ford Focus or… Continue reading BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

This post was originally published on Autocar Autocar revealed earlier this year that design work on a 2CV-inspired model had begun Brand chief Thierry Koskas confirms the brand will “leverage” the fame of the 2CV Citroën will leverage the history and heritage of the brand – and the 2CV in particular – with future models, boss Thierry… Continue reading Reborn Citroën 2CV part of plan for 'daring and shocking' models

This post was originally published on Autocar Audi E concept shows off Audi’s new design approach for Chinese-market EVs Striking new look, 435-mile range, 745bhp and not one four-ring badge: the new AUDI range will arrive in April Audi will launch its new AUDI brand for Chinese-market EVs next month with a striking, tech-focused estate… Continue reading Audi to launch first AUDI model for China in Shanghai next month

This post was originally published on Autocar Polo-based A1 is Audi’s smallest model Smallest, cheapest Audis to bow out as the firm launches an electric A3 equivalent – which could be called A2 Audi will retire the A1 and Q2 next year and launch a new entry-level electric car as an indirect replacement for its two… Continue reading Audi A1 and Q2 retire next year to make way for new entry EV

This post was originally published on Autocar Engineering firm Fersa’s new technology drastically reduces friction, improving fuel efficiency and cutting emissions Spanish engineering firm Fersa has revealed a new wheel hub design that’s claimed to improve a vehicle’s fuel efficiency by more than 3%. It has been devised to minimise rolling resistance in lorries without… Continue reading New wheel hub design cuts lorry fuel consumption

This post was originally published on Autocar This week, Steve Cropley and Matt Prior wonder what’s going on at Ford, talk Tesla, Morgan, Longbow and more On this week’s My Week In Cars podcast, Steve Cropley and Matt Prior wonder what’s going on at Ford in Europe, riff on whether people are buying (or not… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.132)

This post was originally published on Autocar It’s more raised coupe than true SUV, so does this make the Ferrari Purosangue the market’s best tall car to drive? I’m in Italy to drive the new Ferrari Purosangue SUV and the last time I came here to drive a Ferrari, the weather was fine, with temperatures into… Continue reading Ferrari Purosangue

This post was originally published on Autocar Fiat performance brand’s first UK-bound crossover is also its most powerful car yet – but is it fun? What few attempts have been made to reimagine the classic hot hatch format for the electric age have so far been tepid at best, but with the launch of cars like… Continue reading Abarth 600e

This post was originally published on Autocar The new Audi A5 will gain a plug-in hybrid powertrain next week Slower-than-expected growth in EV demand and new hybrid tech mean Audi could extend lives of petrol and diesel engines Audi may no longer launch its final ICE car in 2026 as originally planned and will use this… Continue reading Audi may no longer launch final ICE car in 2026

This post was originally published on Autocar Investment in US firm Apptronik leads to Google Gemini AI and humanoid robots being deployed in new process Mercedes-Benz is planning the roll-out of humanoid robots and new artificial intelligence (AI) software across its US and European manufacturing lines to streamline processes, increase efficiency and save money. The Apollo… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz begins using AI robotics to make its cars

This post was originally published on Autocar Audi is tipped to return to the sports coupé segment with a TT successor Audi boss says sports cars are “integral” for the brand, and new designer Frascella is a big TT fan Audi is considering a new halo model that rekindles the spirit of some of its most… Continue reading Original TT could inspire new Audi sports coupé

This post was originally published on Autocar Is Volkswagen’s family-friendly ID 4 electric SUV better when it’s trying to mimic a coupé? Gone are the days when SUVs were purely boxy, drag-inducing lumps with a languid demeanour and lacklustre efficiency.Okay, so traditional SUVs are still a sales phenomenon, but there’s a more modern body style in… Continue reading Volkswagen ID 5

This post was originally published on Autocar ë-C3 van will have its rear seats and seatbelt points removed and a mesh bulkhead added French brand wants to revive car-based van segment with new version of its electric small SUV Citroën hopes to spark a revival of the small car-based van segment by launching a £15,000… Continue reading Citroen e-C3 to gain £15k van variant with 200-mile range

This post was originally published on Autocar Fancy your own special combination of letters and numbers? These can be had from £325,000 If you’re looking for a way to make your car stand out from the crowd, there are few more popular ways to do it than with an expensive private numberplate. For many drivers, they’re… Continue reading The most expensive numberplates sold in the UK

This post was originally published on Autocar Stylish compact crossover offers appealing looks and interior tech. Does it have the drive to match? The Vauxhall Mokka Electric takes the traditional crossover recipe and tries to meld it into something truly desirable and appealing.A funky, futuristic design and a stylish-looking interior made this car both modern… Continue reading Vauxhall Mokka Electric

This post was originally published on Autocar A310 will be a stretched, more practical A110 and use new-era design cues A110 stretched into 2+2 sports car will take on the likes of Porsche and Lotus Alpine will crown its electric sports car line-up with the A310 – a 2+2 tourer that will put the French… Continue reading Alpine A310 due in 2028 as Porsche 911 rival

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Minister says ‘substantial changes have been agreed’ following industry lobbying

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The MG4 XPower is a serious hot electric hatch for a cool price. It’s our Deal of the Day for 7 March.

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk A new DVSA scheme aims to cut down on the issuing of fraudulent MoT pass certificates

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk It’s the first time Volvo has given us a look at its upcoming electric XC60 alternative

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Ford’s family hatchback favourite is being axed as the brand focuses its efforts on EVs

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Volkswagen ID.Every1 previews ID.1 production car that will feature new-age software architecture from Rivian

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Junctions 10 to 11 are to close from 9pm Friday as the delayed bridge project continues, and it looks set to cause more M25 traffic chaos

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The range-topping limousine could be in line to get BMW’s latest interior tech

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The futuristic carbon material has been added to a new road in Middlesborough, in a world-first public road trial

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk 90 per cent of van operators say drivers need residential charging before they will make the EV transition

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Electric SUV could be perfect for families looking for a car with space and character. It’s our Deal of the Day for 6 March.

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk It’s technically possible, but not a priority. It’ll likely depend on us if VW launches an ID.1 GTI

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk VW will bring affordable all-electric motoring to the masses with its city-sized ID.1, previewed by this cute concept

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Maserati has still yet to decide what platform the next Quattroporte will use and, seemingly, what will power it

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Paul Adam explains how we can help to take the drama out of buying or selling a car

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The Bigster sits above the Duster as the largest car Dacia makes

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Plans for a two-seat 1,200bhp EV flagship have been shelved due to dwindling demand, but the ICE car will be facelifted this year

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Alpine’s first electric SUV will feature incredibly striking, athletic design and a tri-motor powertrain previewed by last year’s A390_ß concept

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Following countless teasers, Volvo’s next EV has finally been revealed – and it’s a strong taster of what’s to come

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Here’s the inside story of how an auto company broke the internet – and the car that’s coming next

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Ford has finally released the electric Ford Puma, and it mixes 233-mile range with great practicality. It’s our Deal of the Day for 5 March.

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Sleek estate car will be offered with extremely efficient hybrid and pure-electric powertrains – the same as upcoming CLA saloon

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Retro-styled electric van offers 200 miles of range from 59kWh battery

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk But the industry bemoans a ‘flat February market’ and repeats pleas for more government aid to meet targets

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Electric SUV will switch to 800V hardware for faster charging and improved efficiency – after less than a year on sale

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The company, famous for its boxy estate cars, will be focusing on SUVs in the future – possibly hot ones

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk In Auto Express magazine this week we have exclusive images of the new Toyota RAV4 and test the updated Kia EV6 against the Skoda Enyaq

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Paul Barker explains why the Korean brand is managing to win the hearts of so many British buyers

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk New VED charge kicks in from April, but EV owners can re-tax early to avoid paying anything in 2025

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The Kia Sportage mixes a sporty design with hybrid power. It’s our Deal of the Day for 4 March.

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk We’ve taken a look around the upcoming Dacia Bigster – the largest SUV the Romanian brand makes

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk But one CPO operator calls out “obsession with lamppost chargers that will be street litter in a few years”

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk London council demands huge fees from drivers who want to ‘cross the kerb illegally’

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The company recently celebrated producing its 10,000th Emira

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The new Audi A6 Avant has been revealed with a super sleek design for more lifestyle-oriented customers

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Next generation of all-electric Mercedes vans will ride on a bespoke platform

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The next-generation Compass is expected to borrow some styling details from its big-selling Avenger brother

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Get an already affordable EV even cheaper with these £2,000-off deals on the Citroen e-C3

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Lanzante celebrates 30 years since its famous Le Mans victory

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk ‘Automotive Action Plan’ focuses on new technologies and the green transition in response to Chinese threat

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk New model, badged ‘Grecale’ replaces the old GT, but comes with the same 296bhp four-cylinder engine

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Both coupe and convertible are now available at a more attractive price point

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The iconic Ford Mustang muscle car is set to gain four-door variant

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk You can switch to electric without busting your wallet with this Vauxhall Mokka. It’s our Deal of the Day for 3 March.

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The Mercedes-AMG electric SUV should have hypercar-rivalling power and performance

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk MG’s all-new compact electric SUV is based on the award-winning MG4 hatchback

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Delays in gathering blood test evidence means the law must be changed, says the AA

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk The new Jaecoo 7 has Range Rover-inspired looks at an appealing price. It’s our Deal of the Day for 2 March

This post was originally published on autoexpress.co.uk Mike Rutherford takes a look at new car sales figures across Europe

This post was originally published on Autonews We’ve all learned a lot about generative artificial intelligence, its predecessors and machine learning in the last year and a half. It continues to pervade the automotive industry.

This post was originally published on Autonews BMW AG is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles in China due to coolant pump defects.

This post was originally published on Autonews IBM has been expanding Maximo’s capabilities to monitor the health of production machinery and tooling by using data to predict when critical maintenance is needed. The goal: Prevent unplanned downtime.

This post was originally published on Autonews The UAW is aware of the grave dangers of an ill-equipped and unrepresented workforce.

This post was originally published on Autonews The Sealion 7 will be the brand’s most technologically advanced model in Europe.

This post was originally published on Autonews Despite heavy financial losses and slumping vehicle sales, Maserati is sustainable but more needs to be done to position it as a pure luxury brand, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said.

This post was originally published on Autonews The addition of Tesla is another indication that the Paris show is enjoying something of a comeback after a lackluster 2022 edition.