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
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
How 3D-printing made this intercooler 10 times lighter – and better
3D-printing technology – or, to use its proper name, additive manufacturing (AM) – has progressed fast over the past five years. Dutch car company Donkervoort is one of the latest to take advantage of its unique benefits, by 3D-printing intercoolers for its forthcoming P24 RS supercar. These were developed by Australia’s Conflux, and the technique… Continue reading How 3D-printing made this intercooler 10 times lighter – and better
How 3D-printing made this intercooler 10 times lighter – and better
3D-printing technology – or, to use its proper name, additive manufacturing (AM) – has progressed fast over the past five years. Dutch car company Donkervoort is one of the latest to take advantage of its unique benefits, by 3D-printing intercoolers for its forthcoming P24 RS supercar. These were developed by Australia’s Conflux, and the technique… Continue reading How 3D-printing made this intercooler 10 times lighter – and better
What’s up at Ford; car insurance; ‘the Havana Effect’
This latest episode of My Week In Cars finds Steve Cropley and Matt Prior discussing future European Fords and Mercedes’ boss’s belief that drivers may keep their cars for much longer. They also talk car insurance, old Toyotas, aerodynamics, and much more besides, including your correspondence. You can make sure you never miss an Autocar… Continue reading What’s up at Ford; car insurance; ‘the Havana Effect’
Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
JLR has opened a solar farm the size of 36 football pitches at its Gaydon headquarters as part of efforts to increase its energy independence. The 26-hectare, 18MW site can generate enough electricity to power a third of the Jaguar and Land Rover base. The site is home to JLR’s design, engineering and R&D teams. It’s part of a… Continue reading Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has opened a solar farm the size of 36 football pitches at its Gaydon headquarters as part of efforts to increase its energy independence. The 26-hectare, 18MW site can generate enough electricity to power a third of the British firm’s base. The site is home to JLR’s design, engineering and R&D… Continue reading Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has opened a solar farm the size of 36 football pitches at its Gaydon headquarters as part of efforts to increase its energy independence. The 26-hectare, 18MW site can generate enough electricity to power a third of the British firm’s base. The site is home to JLR’s design, engineering and R&D… Continue reading Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has opened a solar farm the size of 36 football pitches at its Gaydon headquarters as part of efforts to increase its energy independence. The 26-hectare, 18MW site can generate enough electricity to power a third of the British firm’s base. The site is home to JLR’s design, engineering and R&D… Continue reading Solar to supply a third of energy at JLR HQ
Vauxhall reveals wild next-gen Corsa concept with 789bhp
The brand’s ‘Vizor’ fascia has also been redesigned. While current models feature a gloss black panel, on the concept it’s transparent with daytime-running lights behind. The griffin motif now also lights up. Adams said this is an element that Vauxhall is exploring for production: “We’ve got a clear philosophy, but you want to find fresh… Continue reading Vauxhall reveals wild next-gen Corsa concept with 789bhp
Leapmotor B05: VW Golf rival to be revealed at Munich show
Leapmotor will reveal the B05 hatchback, an electric rival to the Volkswagen Golf, at the Munich motor show next month. The new model is one of three cars – the others being another hatchback and a small SUV – that will arrive within the next two years as Leapmotor grows its global line-up. Confirmed to Autocar by the… Continue reading Leapmotor B05: VW Golf rival to be revealed at Munich show