As BYD matures, it seems to be moving away from the zany, wacky interiors and towards something with more conventional shapes and subdued colours. The result is a bit forgettable, with generally good perceived quality but lots of gloss black plastic. Cars on the launch event were in Excellence spec, so had the big battery, dual… Continue reading BYD Sealion 7
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Star cars from a century of British motoring
One of the most widely consequential inventions of all time – the self-propelled carriage – emerged in the mid-1880s from Germany, courtesy of Karl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler, and it was a business deal with the latter that sparked the British automotive industry into existence at an old cotton mill in Coventry. As the 20th… Continue reading Star cars from a century of British motoring
Radical new Renault interiors move upmarket, keep buttons
Renault will radically rethink its approach to interior design with its next-generation electric cars, due from 2028, as part of a bid to improve usability while moving upmarket and embracing ultra-advanced new technologies. “We are going to bring breakthrough solutions on pretty much everything, including the cockpit and user interaction,” explained head designer Gilles Vidal,… Continue reading Radical new Renault interiors move upmarket, keep buttons
Skoda Octavia vRS
Inside is where most of the major changes have taken place, centered on new 13.0in infotainment touchscreen. A cost option on the standard Octavia, this is a major quality-of-life upgrade, especially over the previous car’s outdated display, and immediately adds a more premium finish to the car. The new screen is responsive and clear, with the main functions (such as media… Continue reading Skoda Octavia vRS
Mobilize Duo
Said by Mobilize to be “as simple to use as a smartphone”, the Duo’s interior is deliberately basic, both from the perspectives of design and functionality. The company wants it to appeal as much to private customers as shared mobility, fleet-based operators like ZipCar or Enterprise, which means it has to stand up to accommodating… Continue reading Mobilize Duo
The tortured development of Alfa Romeo’s first SUV
Three years passed and, just like the first time around, we saw little of substance, despite endless talk of a Volkswagen Golf-sized SUV. That January, at the 2010 Detroit motor show, Fiat chief Sergio Marchionne warned that “Alfa has been underperforming for a long time”, and come April he announced yet another relaunch of the… Continue reading The tortured development of Alfa Romeo’s first SUV
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.114)
On this week’s My Week In Cars podcast our hosts Matt Prior and Steve Cropley drive from London to Brighton in the 1902 Albion Dog Cart, talk a new flat eight cylinder engine, fix Cropley’s Mini Cooper, and talk much more besides, including your correspondence You can make sure you never miss an Autocar podcast… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep.114)
Autocar magazine 13 November: on sale now
In this week’s issue we look at Bentley’s first EV crossover, drive the Mercedes-Benz CLE and take a look at how Trump’s win could cause US tariff increases. Plus Steve Cropley and Matt Prior attempt to drive a 1902 ‘dog cart’ on the 2024 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. Make someone’s Christmas or treat… Continue reading Autocar magazine 13 November: on sale now
New Porsche Taycan GTS brings ‘all-rounder’ performance for £117k
Porsche has lifted the covers off the new Taycan GTS, the “all-rounder” variant of the updated electric performance car. It now packs up to 690bhp (when using the Launch Control function), an increase of 100bhp over the old GTS, thanks to a new rear motor that makes 107bhp and 30lb ft more yet weighs 10kg less. As such,… Continue reading New Porsche Taycan GTS brings ‘all-rounder’ performance for £117k
Movers and shakers: the latest job moves in the car industry
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 the sector, covering everything you need to know. Name: Damien O’Sullivan Company: VW Group UK Role: Managing director Volkswagen Group UK… Continue reading Movers and shakers: the latest job moves in the car industry