If you live in or need to travel to the bottom-left-hand corner of Britain, you deserve deep sympathy from me and, I suspect, other fair-minded folk who regard freedom of movement as a basic human right. It’s bad enough that the motorway ‘network’ in this quarter of our green and pleasant land is woeful when… Continue reading ‘The Bristol City Council diesel ban is persecuting innocent drivers’
Author: Auto Express Magazine
New Ford Mustang Mach-E leaked on Ford’s website
Ford has accidentally published official images and details of the new, all-electric Mustang Mach-E on its website ahead of the car’s planned launch at a special event later this month. The details on the car’s US pricing, performance and range were quickly removed by Ford – but not before these screenshots were taken. The Ford… Continue reading New Ford Mustang Mach-E leaked on Ford’s website
New Toyota Yaris GR-4 hot hatchback teased
Toyota has issued the first glimpse of its forthcoming Yaris hot hatchback – a homologation special that will be the successor to the current GRMN. Shown in a teaser – which states there will be a reveal of some type at Rally Australia on 17th November – the car appears to be named Yaris GR-4.… Continue reading New Toyota Yaris GR-4 hot hatchback teased
‘Think of what PSA/FCA can do, not what they can’t’
We’ve kind of been here before (insert Renault where you see PSA), but the news that FCA (think Fiat, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Maserati, Abarth, Dodge and others) is joining forces with PSA (Peugeot, Citroen, Vauxhall/Opel, DS) fills me with huge excitement. Sadly that’s not the case everywhere, with Unite union boss and doom-monger-in-chief Des… Continue reading ‘Think of what PSA/FCA can do, not what they can’t’
Audi R8 RWD joins new-look line-up on permanent basis
Audi has added a new rear-wheel-drive R8 to the line-up on a permanent basis, which joins the updated and uprated quattro all-wheel-drive versions of the brand’s mid-engined supercar in a new-look line-up. The R8 was given a thorough facelift this time last year, with a sharp new look and extra power for both the base… Continue reading Audi R8 RWD joins new-look line-up on permanent basis
Volvo uses blockchain tech over cobalt ethics supply concerns
Volvo is to use blockchain technology to help it trace the provenance of the cobalt used in its electric cars, like the XC40 Recharge. Cobalt is a vital component for the batteries in electric cars, as well as smartphones and laptops. But with around 60 per cent of the world’s cobalt coming from the Democratic… Continue reading Volvo uses blockchain tech over cobalt ethics supply concerns
New 2020 Aston Martin DBX: first undisguised spy shots
A fresh suite of images showing an uncamouflaged Aston Martin DBX have appeared on the Spanish website AutoPista, ahead of the car’s planned launch in early 2020. The pictures show the SUV’s styling in full, giving us our first look at its exterior brightwork and production-ready panelling. The styling of this leaked Aston Martin DBX… Continue reading New 2020 Aston Martin DBX: first undisguised spy shots
Volvo aims to slash its CO2 output by 2025
Volvo is aiming to cut the lifecycle carbon footprint of every car it makes by 40 per cent within the next six years. The company claims it to be ‘one of the most ambitious plans in the automotive industry.’ The announcement follows Volvo’s commitment that by 2040 the firm will aim to become a climate-neutral… Continue reading Volvo aims to slash its CO2 output by 2025
New 2019 Honda Jazz teased ahead of Tokyo debut
Honda has teased the new Jazz ahead of its launch at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show. Unlike previous iterations, which have sported upright MPV-like styling and conventional engines, this fourth-generation model will feature rugged mini-SUV styling and a hybrid powertrain in a bid to boost its appeal. The Japanese brand’s latest teaser image suggests the… Continue reading New 2019 Honda Jazz teased ahead of Tokyo debut
New Aston Martin Vantage Roadster set for 2020 arrival
Aston Martin has revealed the first official images of the new Vantage Roadster. The latest open-top Aston will go toe-to-toe with the Porsche 911 Cabriolet and the Audi R8 Spyder when it’s released in spring 2020. Ditching the coupe’s metal roof has altered the Vantage’s shape quite dramatically. Gone is the long, gentle slope of… Continue reading New Aston Martin Vantage Roadster set for 2020 arrival