Ford to appeal $1.7bn verdict against it in Georgia truck crash case Civil suit centering on what was argued to be defective roofs came after couple killed when vehicle rolled over Melvin and Voncile Hill were killed in April 2014 when their 2002 Ford F-250 crashed. Their children pursued a wrongful death lawsuit against the… Continue reading Ford to appeal $1.7bn verdict against it in Georgia truck crash case
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Mate Rimac: the rising star of electric supercars
Interview Mate Rimac: the rising star of electric supercars Jasper Jolly Mate Rimac began his life in electric cars by fitting an old BMW with a forklift truck motor and taking it racing. Mate Rimac began his life in electric cars by fitting an old BMW with a forklift truck motor and taking it racing.… Continue reading Mate Rimac: the rising star of electric supercars
The Guardian view on the UK car industry: facing a green moment of truth | Editorial
The Guardian view on the UK car industry: facing a green moment of truth Editorial If a rudderless government continues to stand back, other countries will dominate the electric vehicle revolution ‘Even as domestic demand for electric cars rises, the UK is in danger of falling behind in the race to build battery manufacturing capacity.’… Continue reading The Guardian view on the UK car industry: facing a green moment of truth | Editorial
UK new car sales fell 9% in July as supply chain problems continue
UK new car sales fell 9% in July as supply chain problems continue Fifth monthly fall in row prompts industry body to cut 2022 forecast even though chip shortages expected to ease New cars at Southampton port last year. The SMMT expects 2022 to be the most challenging year for the UK car industry in… Continue reading UK new car sales fell 9% in July as supply chain problems continue
Ferrari reports record profits as supercar sales boom
Ferrari reports record profits as supercar sales boom Italian luxury carmaker enjoys strong sales in second quarter despite global economic concerns Ferrari said sales were driven by the Portofino M and the F8 family mdels. Photograph: John Keeble/Getty Images Ferrari said sales were driven by the Portofino M and the F8 family mdels. Photograph: John… Continue reading Ferrari reports record profits as supercar sales boom
Will ‘connected cars’ persuade drivers to pay for a high-spec ride?
Will ‘connected cars’ persuade drivers to pay for a high-spec ride? A digital dashboard screen on Mercedes’ new EQS SUV. The company offers an online diary service through the car’s dashboard for £19 a year. Photograph: Elijah Nouvelage/Reuters A digital dashboard screen on Mercedes’ new EQS SUV. The company offers an online diary service through… Continue reading Will ‘connected cars’ persuade drivers to pay for a high-spec ride?
Aston Martin’s pre-tax losses crash to £285.4m for the first half of 2022
Aston Martin’s pre-tax losses crash to £285.4m for the first half of 2022 Carmaker says supply chain shortages have hit production, leaving hundreds of its supercars unfinished The Aston Martin DBX707 SUV. Some 350 of the cars could not be delivered at the end of June as Aston Martin awaited final parts. Photograph: Ben Birchall/PA… Continue reading Aston Martin’s pre-tax losses crash to £285.4m for the first half of 2022
UK car industry’s 1m vehicles a year target slips by two years to 2025
UK car industry’s 1m vehicles a year target slips by two years to 2025 War in Ukraine, lockdowns in China and chip shortages among factors slowing recovery in sector already hit by Covid A range of problems is forecast to reduce the UK’s output of motor vehicles by 113,000 this year from its planned level.… Continue reading UK car industry’s 1m vehicles a year target slips by two years to 2025
Supercar sales accelerate in the UK
Supercar sales accelerate in the UK Low-cost finance and a ‘you only live once’ attitude behind 19% rise in the likes of Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Maseratis, say market analysts A yellow Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta in Mayfair, central London. Photograph: ddimcars/Alamy A yellow Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta in Mayfair, central London. Photograph: ddimcars/Alamy Wealthy people in the… Continue reading Supercar sales accelerate in the UK
Tyre dust: the ‘stealth pollutant’ that’s becoming a huge threat to ocean life
Tyre dust: the ‘stealth pollutant’ that’s becoming a huge threat to ocean life Tyre wear particles are considered by environmental scientists to be one of the most significant sources of microplastics in the ocean. Photograph: Ian Nicholson/PA Tyre wear particles are considered by environmental scientists to be one of the most significant sources of microplastics… Continue reading Tyre dust: the ‘stealth pollutant’ that’s becoming a huge threat to ocean life