Mercedes-Benz is planning the roll-out of humanoid robots and new artificial intelligence (AI) software across its US and European manufacturing lines to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and save money. The Apollo robots from US-based company Apptronik and AI software from Google’s DeepMind are currently being tested at the car maker’s Digital Factory Campus at its… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz begins using AI robotics to make its cars
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Original TT could inspire new Audi sports coupé
“I’ve discussed that car so much with Massimo. That was an inspirational car for his whole career. When he was a young designer at Giugiaro, he took a day off when the TT was launched in Italy, went to the Audi dealer in Milan and sat in the showroom for a day just looking at the… Continue reading Original TT could inspire new Audi sports coupé
Volkswagen ID 5
The ID 5’s interior is identical to the ID 4, with a leatherette steering wheel and haptic touchpads. As we noted in that review, they’re not the best in terms of usability and take some getting used to. The climate controls are also touchpad sliders, but an update in late 2024 means they’re now backlit… Continue reading Volkswagen ID 5
Citroen e-C3 to gain £15k van variant with 200-mile range
Citroën hopes to spark a revival of the small car-based van segment by launching a £15,000 ë-C3 electric van. The commercial variant of its new entry-level electric car is due in April, with a likely starting price of £15,035 excluding VAT but inclusive of the UK’s Plug-in Van Grant. It will be built to N1… Continue reading Citroen e-C3 to gain £15k van variant with 200-mile range
The most expensive numberplates sold in the UK
If you’re looking for a way to make your car stand out from the crowd, there are few more popular ways to do it than with an expensive private numberplate. 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… Continue reading The most expensive numberplates sold in the UK
Vauxhall Mokka Electric
The Mokka’s cockpit is clearly style-oriented, with swooping, textured surfaces, Vauxhall’s large PurePanel display (now incorporating two 10in screens), a new steering wheel and new-look dials for the instrument panel. In spite of having two large screens, this is a pretty intuitive space to interact with. There are physical buttons for all secondary controls like… Continue reading Vauxhall Mokka Electric
Alpine A310 seen testing for the first time ahead of 2028 launch
The Frenchman, known for his work as an engineer on such acclaimed sports cars as the Ferrari 458 and Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, said Alpine is committed to the A310 and its sporting rangemates remaining true to the dynamic principles that have defined the brand and the four-cylinder A110, such as agility. Pillard said these… Continue reading Alpine A310 seen testing for the first time ahead of 2028 launch
New 2027 Mazda CX-5 to stick with petrol power
The next-generation Mazda CX-5 will receive an all-new petrol engine, marking the brand’s latest commitment to offering combustion-powered cars for the foreseeable future. It said the new unit would be named the Skyactiv-Z, suggesting it will replace the 183bhp Skyactiv-X four-pot offered in the current CX-5, Mazda CX-30 and Mazda 3. Mazda added that the… Continue reading New 2027 Mazda CX-5 to stick with petrol power
Ionity targets company car fleets as network doubles in size
Ionity has launched an EV charge card with discounted rates for fleets as part of an effort to attract time-sensitive business drivers to its fast-growing network of rapid-charging hubs. The manufacturer-backed network is installing 500 additional chargers in the UK this year, more than doubling the 379 already operating across the country. Each of its hubs… Continue reading Ionity targets company car fleets as network doubles in size
Next Jeep Cherokee to offer choice of petrol or electric power
Jeep is priming the next-generation Cherokee for launch next year, with the new-look SUV set to offer the choice of petrol or electric power. It’s set to be a close relationship of the flagship Jeep Wagoneer S EV, making the switch to Stellantis’s STLA Large platform. Indeed, the new Cherokee shares several design cues with the Wagoneer… Continue reading Next Jeep Cherokee to offer choice of petrol or electric power