JLR will reinvent the ailing Discovery brand for its sixth generation by repositioning it in its own “unique territory” and moving it away from its Defender sibling, which has been “cannibalising” sales. The current Discovery has been on sale since 2017, making it the oldest model in the Land Rover stable. It is also the… Continue reading JLR will reinvent Discovery to take it out of Defender’s shadow
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
The cheapest electric cars available in the UK
Electric cars come in all shapes and sizes, and the focus on battery-powered models is sharper than ever. For many drivers looking to make the switch from petrol, price is paramount. If you’re one of them, this list of the cheapest electric cars should be your bible. Many drivers consider electric cars to be expensive… Continue reading The cheapest electric cars available in the UK
Will car buyers be excited about the return of Proton?
I have a dim and distant memory of two Bullseye contestants winning the darts game show’s star prize, which, perhaps or perhaps not unusually, wasn’t a speedboat but a car. As it was surprise-revealed to them (and this is where I wish I could be more confident in my memory, which yesterday couldn’t find my… Continue reading Will car buyers be excited about the return of Proton?
Why Silverstone Festival is perfect setting to celebrate Senna
Ayrton Senna always had a strong affinity with the UK. Like so many before and since, it was on Britain’s race tracks where Ayrton Senna da Silva (as he was then) cut his racing teeth when he came here as an already precocious 21-year-old in 1981 to dive into the maelstrom that was good old… Continue reading Why Silverstone Festival is perfect setting to celebrate Senna
How two-stroke engines nearly changed the game
With an all-electric automotive future now looking rather less of a shoo-in than it once did, some car makers are contemplating the next iteration of the internal combustion engine by developing versions powered by hydrogen or synthetic e-fuels. But rather than change what you’re burning, what if you changed altogether how you burn it? That’s… Continue reading How two-stroke engines nearly changed the game
Genesis drops G70 and GV80 as it shifts focus to hybrids
Genesis has pulled its G70 saloon and GV80 SUV from the UK market, with no plans to bring them back to the market in their current ICE forms. The cars have also been removed from sale in Europe, although they remain available to configure in Asia and the US. Both cars struggled for sales: Genesis… Continue reading Genesis drops G70 and GV80 as it shifts focus to hybrids
Ford cancels seven-seat electric SUV in profitability push
Ford has scrapped its plan to launch a three-row, seven-seat electric SUV next year, warning that the move could cost the company $1.9 billion (£1.5bn). It has been cancelled because it would not have been profitable within the first year of its launch. The company highlighted the increasing cost-consciousness of new electric car buyers, as well… Continue reading Ford cancels seven-seat electric SUV in profitability push
Volvo XC90 facelift to be unveiled on 4 September
A “substantially refreshed” Volvo XC90 will be unveiled on 4 September, the Swedish brand has announced. It said that a “new iteration of the hybrid Volvo XC90” will be shown at an event celebrating the market launch of its all-new electric sibling, the EX90. Volvo also hinted at a further unveiling at the event, adding:… Continue reading Volvo XC90 facelift to be unveiled on 4 September
Audi A6, VW Golf designer takes reins at Polestar
Philipp Römers has been named as Polestar’s new head of design, replacing Maximilian Missoni. Römers was previously Audi’s head of exterior design and is credited with designing cars including the outgoing Audi A6, the A8 and E-tron GT, as well as the Mk7 Volkswagen Golf. Missoni, who was Polestar’s design chief since it was hived… Continue reading Audi A6, VW Golf designer takes reins at Polestar
The most expensive numberplates ever sold in the UK
Private number plates have long been a popular purchase in the UK – but you might not believe how much the most expensive number plates go for. For many drivers, they’re a way to present a message to other family, friends, or other drivers. Some use them to present their name, make jokes or relate to their car. … Continue reading The most expensive numberplates ever sold in the UK