Niels van Roij reveals Land Rover Defender-based Valiance Convertible

Land Rover’s reinvented Defender has been a success story the world over for the brand. But die-hard fans of the original may think there is still something missing: a convertible version. That’s where Dutch coachbuilder Niels van Roij Design steps in. The company’s Heritage Customs division has announced it will produce a select number of… Continue reading Niels van Roij reveals Land Rover Defender-based Valiance Convertible

2023 Porsche Panamera facelift caught testing

The current Porsche Panamera received a refresh as recently as 2020, but Porsche is preparing another update to its Audi A7 rival for next year to extend the lifecycle of its large luxury saloon. We don’t expect significant mechanical revisions for the new car, although it will arrive with fresh styling and interior changes. Our… Continue reading 2023 Porsche Panamera facelift caught testing

New Gordon Murray Automotive T.33 supercar to sit below T.50

Gordon Murray Automotive’s next supercar will be called the T.33 and will be unveiled on 27 January, the company has confirmed – and the vehicle is to be built at the company’s new global headquarters in Windlesham, Surrey. Also referred to as Project Two, the new T.33 model is expected to retain the Cosworth-developed V12… Continue reading New Gordon Murray Automotive T.33 supercar to sit below T.50

New 2022 Nissan X-Trail: price, specifications and UK launch date

The fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail is being readied for launch. The latest version of the Japanese brand’s large SUV will go on sale in Europe and the UK next year as a fresh rival for the Kia Sorento, Peugeot 5008 and Skoda Kodiaq. The next X-Trail will move onto the same CMF-C underpinnings as the newest… Continue reading New 2022 Nissan X-Trail: price, specifications and UK launch date

Tesla adds active noise reduction tech to Model S and X

Tesla has upped the cabin refinement levels of its latest Model S and Model X in its latest software update, which activates an in-car noise reduction system. The most recent over-the-air update, which also introduces a number of other convenience features, brings a new ‘Active Road Noise Reduction’ feature. The system activates a pair of… Continue reading Tesla adds active noise reduction tech to Model S and X

Vauxhall Corsa-e and Mokka-e get £3k price cut after grant changes

Vauxhall has responded to last week’s surprise reduction in the UK’s Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG) incentive scheme by lowering the price of its electric cars.  Effective from today, the battery-powered Corsa-e and Mokka-e will have their list prices reduced by £3,000. It means the former now starts from £25,805 on-the-road including the grant, with the… Continue reading Vauxhall Corsa-e and Mokka-e get £3k price cut after grant changes

NIO ET5 saloon makes its debut in digital reveal

Chinese electric car brand NIO has unveiled its new ET5 mid-size saloon online, the second of three models based on NIO’s Technology Platform 2.0 following the larger ET7 saloon.  Although not yet confirmed, the third vehicle could either be an MPV or a sports car, while the ET5 expands NIO’s model range to five models.… Continue reading NIO ET5 saloon makes its debut in digital reveal

‘Cars are becoming here-today, gone-tomorrow commodities’

We’ve all been there – desperately trying to be honest and realistic about our available motoring-related budgets and needs, before deciding which car to go for. Let’s admit it: failing to pick the correct one can be just as disastrous as choosing the wrong job, home, husband or wife. And even if a customer makes… Continue reading ‘Cars are becoming here-today, gone-tomorrow commodities’

New Mercedes Vision EQXX: image released ahead of January debut

Mercedes-Benz is just days away from unveiling its Vision EQXX concept, an ultra-efficient EV with a focus on aerodynamics. Now, the firm has put out a revealing teaser image showing the car’s profile.  Mercedes’ COO Markus Schafer has previously disclosed that it promises a real-world range of 1000km (620 miles). Dubbed “the most efficient vehicle… Continue reading New Mercedes Vision EQXX: image released ahead of January debut

Volkswagen to roll out faster charging update for ID.3 and ID.

Volkswagen will increase the maximum charging rate of its ID.3 and ID.4 electric cars with a new software update, which will also enhance the charging process for owners or new buyers. The announcement is part of a range of new charging solutions detailed today by the brand, which includes bi-directional charging and a new function… Continue reading Volkswagen to roll out faster charging update for ID.3 and ID.