It’s a petrolhead’s dream: wrestling a rusty old padlock and prising open a creaky door to unearth a classic car ripe for a loving restoration. It’s called a barn find, and there are YouTube channels dedicated to this most tantalising of treasure hunts. But what if all the legwork has been done for you? A… Continue reading Inside the British factory still making 1930s supercars
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Wells to ramp up production of 850kg Vertige sports car
Warwickshire-based Wells Motor Cars is due to ramp up production of the Vertige – its 850kg mid-engined coupé – to around 12 cars this year, before doubling that figure in 2027. The Vertige made its debut at the 2021 Goodwood Festival of Speed, having been conceived as founder Robin Wells’ dream sports car. Production of… Continue reading Wells to ramp up production of 850kg Vertige sports car
The 100mpg challenge: Pushing my 22-year-old Audi A2 to the limit
[embedded content] Given that my Audi A2 was returning 75mpg in normal use, I had idly wondered what I could get out of this 1.4-litre diesel hatch if I tried. It was a bank holiday Monday, I was in no rush and I was driving from Bicester to Petersfield and back to visit family. So… Continue reading The 100mpg challenge: Pushing my 22-year-old Audi A2 to the limit
Podcast: Why Nissan is turning back to Japan for inspiration
Nissan is working on showcasing more of its Japanese heritage in the designs of future models, according to its new European design chief. Giovanny Arroba, a veteran of the Japanese firm who has previously worked in design centres in the US and Japan, took over as the head of Nissan Design Europe in Paddington, London last… Continue reading Podcast: Why Nissan is turning back to Japan for inspiration
Smart #5
Whichever #5 you pick, you won’t be short of performance. We have previously tested the entry-level Pro and the Brabus. The former still delivers 335bhp to the rear axle for 0-62mph in a more than satisfactory 6.9sec. The latter’s nausea-inducing, Lamborghini Urus-baiting 637bhp is little more than a gimmick you will try once, before realising… Continue reading Smart #5
“It was a hairy drive!” – Living with a BAC Mono in winter
When he bought his BAC Mono in sunny Dubai four years ago, did Jason Goddard ever imagine that one day, back home living in England after 14 years working in the Middle East, he’d be driving it in the middle of winter on lifeless carbon brakes up the M6 to BAC’s Liverpool factory for its… Continue reading “It was a hairy drive!” – Living with a BAC Mono in winter
4500 miles in a Volvo EX30: How I learned to love it
Which often leads me to panic and think I’m not indicating. Now, these systems are mandatory and yes, they can be turned off – and very few car firms have really nailed them. But I have encountered better implementation in cars from other manufacturers, which, given Volvo’s reputation for safety, feels a bit odd. If… Continue reading 4500 miles in a Volvo EX30: How I learned to love it
Genesis to launch bespoke platform for upcoming hybrids and EVs
Genesis will introduce a new, bespoke platform next year, as part of a move to make its cars more distinct to drive and cement its positioning as a standalone premium brand. The new architecture, which will be compatible with electric and hybrid drivetrains, is described as completely different from the Hyundai group architectures it currently… Continue reading Genesis to launch bespoke platform for upcoming hybrids and EVs
Hyundai Ioniq 3 will be first of five new B- and C-segment cars
Hyundai will launch five new electrified models in Europe over the next 18 months, including three small B- and C-segment cars, beginning with the Ioniq 3 hatchback in April. The Korean company has confirmed that it will unwrap its new electric hatchback – a rival to the Volkswagen ID 3, Renault Megane and Peugeot e-308… Continue reading Hyundai Ioniq 3 will be first of five new B- and C-segment cars
Third Mercedes-AMG EV will be a 1000bhp SUV Coupe
Mercedes-AMG will launch a coupe variant of its incoming 1000bhp SUV as the third model in its EV range, CEO Michael Schiebe has confirmed to Autocar. The decision to launch a SUV Coupe, which is expected to be unveiled in the second half of 2027, is because the brand “will double down on SUVs”, said… Continue reading Third Mercedes-AMG EV will be a 1000bhp SUV Coupe