Author: Autocar Magazine UK

BMW to launch 40 new or updated models by 2028

BMW is set to go on a massive product offensive, launching 40 models in the next three years. Announced by CEO Oliver Zipse during the brand’s annual results conference, the launches will be either new models or updates to current cars. At least two of these will be its first Neue Klasse models. The first will… Continue reading BMW to launch 40 new or updated models by 2028

Bold new 2026 BMW iX3 confirmed for September reveal

The next era of BMW will arrive in September, with the first Neue Klasse electric car, iX3 SUV, confirmed to be revealed at the Munich motor show. Previewed last year by the bold Neue Klasse Vision X concept (below), the second-generation iX3 will be the first of BMW’s new family of EVs, riding on the Gen6 platform, which promises significant improvements in range,… Continue reading Bold new 2026 BMW iX3 confirmed for September reveal

The Americans have transformed F1 into a pop culture icon

I recently attended the leaving drinks for an emigrating friend. We met through another friend and have few others in common, so I knew I would have to deploy my best small talk. Gulp. I was pleasantly surprised, then, when I found the main topic of conversation wasn’t a subject I knew nothing about –… Continue reading The Americans have transformed F1 into a pop culture icon

Great British Sports Cars Zero

Ollerton-based GBS is unusual among low-volume makers in that it likes to make things itself rather than assemble outsourced components, like Caterham, Ariel and others typically do. It estimates that 80% of the Zero is built in-house, including fabricating the chassis. This is less surprising when you wander through the factory to find GBS is… Continue reading Great British Sports Cars Zero

Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 to return as 500bhp EV with axial-flux motors

This is claimed to play a crucial role in the dynamic behaviour of the new CLA 45 4Matic+, allowing it to direct power to each individual wheel for more predictable cornering characteristics. It also provides scope for AMG to alter the handling, offering either more front-driven or rear-driven properties depending on the driving mode. As with… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 to return as 500bhp EV with axial-flux motors

Mercedes rethinks electric cars with game-changing 492-mile CLA

The CLA EV can be rapid-charged at rates of up to 320kW, thanks to its 800V electrical architecture, allowing for a 186-mile top-up in just 10 minutes. In addition to the 85kWh battery, a 58kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) pack will be added to the line- up shortly after launch. This will almost certainly bring a significant… Continue reading Mercedes rethinks electric cars with game-changing 492-mile CLA

Dacia Sandero

The Sandero’s increased wheelbase means rear-seat passengers get more leg room. There’s a very competitive amount of passenger and luggage space on offer here – which, when you consider that this is a B-segment supermini that costs less than some A-segment city cars (Kia Picanto, Hyundai i10, Toyota Aygo X) is a real selling point.… Continue reading Dacia Sandero

Seat won’t launch an EV until 2030s, confirms CEO

Seat won’t launch an electric car this decade – but the brand will need one if it’s to survive in the future, CEO Wayne Griffiths has confirmed. The Volkswagen Group-owned brand will make a decision on an EV timeline “at the end of the decade”, said Griffiths. However, speaking at Seat and Cupra’s 2024 results conference, Griffiths… Continue reading Seat won’t launch an EV until 2030s, confirms CEO