His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has introduced a new rate for claiming back the cost of using public chargers for drivers who use company-owned EVs. It follows criticisms that the single-tier system wasn’t matching what they were spending. From 1 September, drivers will be able to claim 8p per mile for journeys where they charged at home or… Continue reading HMRC raises amount that company EV drivers can claim back
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Mercedes in talks to use BMW engines for future petrol cars
Mercedes-Benz is in advanced talks about potentially using BMW‘s four-cylinder petrol engines for a wide range of future cars, as part of a radical rethink of its ICE strategy prompted by slower-than-expected take-up of its EVs. A Mercedes source has told Autocar the two firms are already at high level of planning and negotiations, and an announcement on whether it will… Continue reading Mercedes in talks to use BMW engines for future petrol cars
Nissan X-Trail Nismo brings aggressive look and chassis overhaul
The Nissan X-Trail Nismo has been revealed in Japan as a sporting version of the brand’s family SUV, gaining a more aggressive look and chassis upgrades. Key to the package is a set of new swing-valve dampers supplied by suspension firm KYB, said to provide more effective bump absorption at low speeds than conventional items.… Continue reading Nissan X-Trail Nismo brings aggressive look and chassis overhaul
Drivers of Change: New Talent 2025 – get your nominations in now
There is still time to submit your nominations for the Autocar Drivers of Change: New Talent awards – ahead of entries closing on 10 September. Held in association with the SMMT, the Drivers of Change awards – returning with a new focus after a successful launch earlier this year – will celebrate individuals who are either apprentices or in… Continue reading Drivers of Change: New Talent 2025 – get your nominations in now
£30,850 BYD Atto 2 to go after Volvo EX30
BYD will launch the Atto 2 crossover in the UK next month, priced from £30,850. Available to order now, it plugs the gap between the Dolphin hatch and Atto 3 SUV to give BYD a footing in the competitive electric crossover segment. Its starting price places it in the crosshairs of the Jeep Avenger and… Continue reading £30,850 BYD Atto 2 to go after Volvo EX30
BYD Atto 2 to go after Volvo EX30 at £30,850
BYD will launch the Atto 2 crossover in the UK next month, priced from £30,850. Available to order now, it plugs the gap between the Dolphin hatch and Atto 3 SUV to give BYD a footing in the competitive electric crossover segment. Its starting price places it in the crosshairs of the Jeep Avenger and… Continue reading BYD Atto 2 to go after Volvo EX30 at £30,850
Xiaomi plans to launch electric cars in Europe in 2027
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is planning to start selling its new electric cars in Europe within the next two years. Historically best known as a manufacturer of consumer electronics (primarily its hugely popular smartphones), Xiaomi launched the SU7 saloon as its first EV in 2023 and announced plans to become one of the world’s five biggest… Continue reading Xiaomi plans to launch electric cars in Europe in 2027
Leapmotor readies more value models as it clears profitability hurdle
Two recent facts revealed about Stellantis-backed Chinese electric car maker Leapmotor shouldn’t both be true at the same time but somehow are. The first is that the company’s T03 electric runabout is now the UK’s cheapest car – £14,495 after a recent £1500 discount applied by Leapmotor to mimic the government grant. The second is… Continue reading Leapmotor readies more value models as it clears profitability hurdle
Cupra Tindaya: radical design concept to be revealed at Munich show
The new Cupra Tindaya concept car will preview the next stage of the brand’s design language when it is revealed at the Munich motor show next month. The show car is named after the volcanic mountain on the Atlantic island of Fuerteventura because “its copper-toned rock echoes the signature of Cupra”, said the brand. To be unveiled on 8 September, it is… Continue reading Cupra Tindaya: radical design concept to be revealed at Munich show
Arnott: The car company founded by a woman
Of all the many thousands of car makers that have ever existed, it seems probable that only one was created and operated by a woman. Daphne Arnott’s eponymous company lasted for only a decade or so, but its short existence was an exciting and noteworthy one – and not just because of gender norms. Arnott was… Continue reading Arnott: The car company founded by a woman