BMW has been on a button-cutting mission with its most recent models and updates. The Z4, however, has been spared and continues to look the same inside as it did when it was launched. This might suggest that it’s dated, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. We have criticised BMW’s recent user interface… Continue reading BMW Z4
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Nominations open for 2025 Autocar Drivers of Change initiative
Autocar has opened nominations for the 2025 Drivers of Change awards, a new initiative held in association with Ennis & Co and the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) to champion diverse talent in the automotive industry. A returning name with a completely new format and approach, Drivers of Change is a sibling event to Autocar’s Great… Continue reading Nominations open for 2025 Autocar Drivers of Change initiative
Mercedes could axe GLC, GLE coupé-SUVs
Mercedes-Benz is considering retiring the GLC Coupé and larger GLE Coupé from its line-up in a continuation of its model consolidation plans, according to officials from the German car maker. The two combustion-engined coupé-SUVs are said to be at the “top of the list” of existing models facing the chop as Mercedes continues the process… Continue reading Mercedes could axe GLC, GLE coupé-SUVs
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In the world of eccentric Japanese car manufacturers, the maker of this car, the new Mazda CX-80, is perhaps the most unpredictable and wilful. Take the Pathfinder XV-1: a Series 1 Land Rover knock-off, only even more goggle-eyed, especially when painted Kermit green, as many were. In the 1960s, a tiny run of these 4x4s left… Continue reading Untitled
McLaren F1, P1 successor to be revealed on 6 October
McLaren will reveal the next instalment in its Ultimate Series of hypercars on 6 October, just over a decade since the P1 arrived to replace the 240mph F1. A video published by the company features those two hallowed hypercars and reveals that “the next benchmark” is inbound. The new car is anticipated to take advantage… Continue reading McLaren F1, P1 successor to be revealed on 6 October
‘Comic opera scenes’ at first ever Japanese GP
Doing something for the first time is rarely easy, and especially not when those around you are experienced at it. Have a little sympathy, then, for the plight of the Japan Automobile Sports Association (Jasa) in May 1963, as it hosted the burgeoning nation’s first international grand prix meeting. The stage was splendid Suzuka, opened… Continue reading ‘Comic opera scenes’ at first ever Japanese GP
Citroën Berlingo
The price to be paid for enduring the van-style exterior is one of the most capacious cabins currently available. Shorter Berlingo M versions can comfortably seat five adults, while the XL has seven perches all capable of accommodating grown-ups. When not required, those third-row seats can be folded over to the sides of the boot or… Continue reading Citroën Berlingo
Recaro-triggered Ineos stop exposes fragility of supply chain
News that Ineos Automotive has been forced to stop production of the Grenadier off-roader because of a component shortage – understood to be seats from Recaro following its insolvency – underscores the fragility of the automotive supply chain, particularly for smaller car makers. “Automotive supply chains are always complex and challenging, but this hits at… Continue reading Recaro-triggered Ineos stop exposes fragility of supply chain
JLR Halewood plant ready to build EV and ICE Land Rovers
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a further £250 million investment in its plant in Halewood, Merseyside, to ready it for the production of new Range Rover models. The plant is being transformed to enable the production of new SUVs on the upcoming EMA platform, which supports pure-combustion, hybrid and battery-electric powertrains. The total investment in… Continue reading JLR Halewood plant ready to build EV and ICE Land Rovers
Skoda Elroq to be unveiled on 1 October
The new Skoda Elroq will be unveiled on 1 October, the brand has announced. It will be the first model to embody the its new Modern Solid design language, with design sketches revealing it bears the ‘Tech-Deck’ Face and fresh logo (with ‘Skoda’ lettering replacing the old emblem). Based on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, the Elroq will be Skoda’s third EV to… Continue reading Skoda Elroq to be unveiled on 1 October