The driver of the Mifa 9 is well cared for, at least in range-topping Premium trim, with many-way electric adjustment, heating and massage functions. Behind, the two captain’s chairs – of leather and PVC, and with ‘Mifa 9’ headrest embroidery – are even more comfortable and yet more adjustable, by way of a small touchscreen… Continue reading Maxus Mifa 9
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Alpine’s hydrogen V6 hypercar could make production
Alpine is exploring the possibility of putting the extreme Alpenglow concept into limited production as a road-going supercar with a hydrogen-combustion engine. First shown in 2022, the Alpenglow recently nudged closer to a potential production car when it became the Hy4 – a rolling prototype fitted with the French brand’s first hydrogen combustion engine. It… Continue reading Alpine’s hydrogen V6 hypercar could make production
Range Rover Electric gets Fortescue’s range-boosting battery tech
JLR will use new battery management software in its upcoming electric cars that is claimed by its maker to boost their range, performance and lifespan – without the need for any additional hardware. The software developed by Elysia, the battery technology spin-off of Fortescue-owned WAE (previously Williams Advanced Engineering), is used to monitor the health… Continue reading Range Rover Electric gets Fortescue’s range-boosting battery tech
GWM Ora 03 finally gets Apple CarPlay 18 months after launch
Ora Funky Cat and GWM Ora 03 owners can now finally use smartphone mirroring services, following a long-awaited software update. The 03 was launched in the UK as the Funky Cat in November 2022, and while it wasn’t fitted with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, this was said to be scheduled for roll-out just a few months later.… Continue reading GWM Ora 03 finally gets Apple CarPlay 18 months after launch
Lamborghini Huracan replacement has screaming 10,000rpm V8
The replacement for the Lamborghini Hurácan will feature one of the most powerful and highest-revving V8 engines yet installed in a production car. The new Ferrari 296 GTB rival, codenamed 634, will be revealed in August, as previously reported by Autocar, and is set to be launched by the end of the year. It will have… Continue reading Lamborghini Huracan replacement has screaming 10,000rpm V8
Callum Skye is go-anywhere electric sports car for £80,000
The Callum Skye, an electric all-terrain sports car created by ex-Jaguar designer Ian Callum, is now available to order, priced from £80,000. The first bespoke car from Callum’s eponymous design agency has gone on sale just ahead of its public debut at this week’s Savile Row Concours in London, having been revealed in digital form late last… Continue reading Callum Skye is go-anywhere electric sports car for £80,000
How upcoming tyre brand aims to crack the UK market
The UK tyre market is set for an assault by new, lesser-known manufacturers that aim to take on legacy brands with rubber that offers comparative performance at a fraction of the cost. Among those trying to crack the European market are Bandag, Boto, Kenya, Next Tread, Pinso Rovelo, Saetta and Triangle. And one that already calls it home is eyeing… Continue reading How upcoming tyre brand aims to crack the UK market
Hot Mini John Cooper Works returns with petrol power
The hot new John Cooper Works version of the petrol-powered Mini hatchback has been revealed in camouflaged competition form ahead of its official debut later this year. The overhauled hot hatch is making its first outing at next weekend’s Nürburgring 24 Hours race. It will be entered into the loosely regulated SP 3T class by Mini… Continue reading Hot Mini John Cooper Works returns with petrol power
It’s harder than ever to know what car makers will do next
I think it has finally happened: I can’t keep up with the car world. Sorry. I just suddenly feel overwhelmed. Where to start? Well, Land Rover announced that it was dropping its straight-six petrol engine from the Defender, which from memory it introduced only about 30 minutes ago, in favour of a V8. Now, don’t… Continue reading It’s harder than ever to know what car makers will do next
Ford CEO: We won’t make “a Mustang that’s not a Mustang”
Jim Farley, president and CEO of Ford, has just qualified 13th. It’s 2pm and we’re at the 81st Goodwood Members’ Meeting, where the Ford Mustang 289 V8 that Farley is sharing with Britain’s Steve Soper, the former BTCC ace, has finished in the top half of a stellar 30-car field in qualifying for the inaugural… Continue reading Ford CEO: We won’t make “a Mustang that’s not a Mustang”