Steiner added that the emphasis on integrated braking is about “physics” because it is always more efficient to use the car ’s kinetic energy to slow it , with the aim of avoiding the use of the brake discs as much as possible. He said: “With a one-pedal system, you sometimes start to regenerate earlier… Continue reading Porsche Boxster, Cayman EVs use race tech for “real sports car” handling
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Why I love the Renault Scenic more than any Ferrari or Lamborghini
I’m sure that most of us who love cars happen to have developed that fondness because of one particular car in the family and one core memory hinged around it. I reckon that it usually stems from pretty early – those moments between learning to walk and writing your name – and it very often… Continue reading Why I love the Renault Scenic more than any Ferrari or Lamborghini
How Lego made a McLaren with 3800 parts – and working drive modes
Hansen points to the very first P1 model and claims the Lego P1’s level of detail is “unsurpassed”. When you consider the features that have been carried over from the real car to the model, I’m inclined to agree. The Lego model has the same seven-speed gearbox (you can change gear using a little paddle… Continue reading How Lego made a McLaren with 3800 parts – and working drive modes
Why can’t a mayor drive a Vauxhall Corsa?
Would you feel the status of your borough were diminished if your mayor arrived at an event in a Vauxhall Corsa? That’s the argument reportedly put forward by Dudley Borough councillor Adam Aston, who is opposing the decision to sell off its official mayoral car and accompanying attendant – a move that will save it… Continue reading Why can’t a mayor drive a Vauxhall Corsa?
Lotus says ‘never say never’ to Emira hybrid as it slows all-EV plan
Lotus could electrify the Emira and extend its lifecycle as the brand moves to hybridise its line-up and pushes back the sports car’s long-awaited electric replacement. It’s responding to flagging uptake of electric luxury cars by reducing its sales volume ambitions over the coming years and introducing a new range-extender (REx) powertrain option in a bid to boost the… Continue reading Lotus says ‘never say never’ to Emira hybrid as it slows all-EV plan
Renault’s turnaround is underpinned by cars you actually want
“The fastest turnaround in the recent history of automotive” read one of the captions on a recent Renault Group video reflecting on the first 1000 days of its ‘Renaulution’ turnaround plan. It’s not hyperbole either: Renault has gone from loss making in 2020 from just under 3 million sales to having an enviable 7.9% operating… Continue reading Renault’s turnaround is underpinned by cars you actually want
Land Rover Defender
It feels like Land Rover has aimed for an interior that straddles both luxury and utility. No easy task, but it has pretty well nailed it. That there are exposed sections of body colour and star-head bolts, a big broad slab of dashboard with grab handles and a dinky instrument binnacle all evoke the original… Continue reading Land Rover Defender
MG expects only small changes to ZEV mandate rules
MG doesn’t expect major changes to be made to the zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, because this could increase pressure on the UK government to reverse other financial policies, such as farmers’ inheritance tax. Commercial director Guy Pigounakis said the ZEV mandate, a fast-track review of which was confirmed Tuesday by the government, had fundamentally “changed the way cars… Continue reading MG expects only small changes to ZEV mandate rules
New pictures released of upcoming Range Rover Electric
The new electric Range Rover is undergoing final-stage testing ahead of its launch next year. New images show JLR’s second production EV testing in the United Arab Emirates – following Arctic Circle testing earlier this year – where temperatures are hitting as high as 50deg C with humidity levels of 90%. One of the key… Continue reading New pictures released of upcoming Range Rover Electric
Speed limits for cars in Scotland could be lowered
Speed limits for cars in Scotland could be reduced on selected roads if proposed new laws are given the go-ahead. Transport Scotland has proposed lowering the 60mph limit on single-carriageway roads to 50mph. This could “significantly reduce” collisions that result in injury or death while maintaining journey times, according to the government transport agency. The changes have already… Continue reading Speed limits for cars in Scotland could be lowered