Car and van subscription provider Mycardirect is covering the cost of a home charger for contracts lasting more than 12 months as tax-stimulated demand from small businesses pushes EVs towards a one-third share of its fleet. Developed in partnership with charger subscription company Egg, the package is designed to reduce both financial barriers and complexity for… Continue reading Car subscription firm adds home charger to car and van package
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Honda Civic
While the application of the e:HEV system is exactly the same as in the Jazz and HR-V, the Civic uses a new 2.0-litre direct-injection turbo petrol engine (which we might hope to find in the imminent new Civic Type R) in conjunction with two electric motors, one acting as a generator and one giving propulsion,… Continue reading Honda Civic
Autocar notebook: Ferrari’s future plans
This week, we take a look at Audi’s newest EV and what the Rimac Nevera has beaten in a drag race. But first, here’s Ferrari’s take on the lifespan of its cars. Endurance challenge In addition to electrifying its line-up, Ferrari will seek to drastically cut emissions from operations, supply chain and fleet. At least it… Continue reading Autocar notebook: Ferrari’s future plans
Mercedes-Benz C43
The electric motor can build boost when there isn’t enough exhaust flowing to help reduce lag and in the car’s more aggressive dynamic modes keeps the turbine spinning in a high-tech form of anti-lag. Drive is delivered through a nine-speed automatic gearbox that incorporates AMG’s wet clutch, instead of a torque converter, and a 4Matic… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz C43
DS design chief vows to ditch touchscreens for future models
The chief designer of French premium brand DS wants to delete all screens from the interior of future cars, because they’re “not very sexy”. Thierry Métroz said he and the DS team are looking to “revolutionise” the interiors of the brand as the current trend to have a lots of screen is “a little bit stupid”. “Our… Continue reading DS design chief vows to ditch touchscreens for future models
Volkswagen ID Aero is EV Passat equivalent with 385-mile range
Volkswagen has previewed its long-awaited Tesla Model 3 rival with a sleek, low-slung concept called the ID Aero. Based on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, the new four-door model is planned to go on sale in China during the second half of 2023, with production initially set to take place at Volkswagen joint venture partners FAW (First… Continue reading Volkswagen ID Aero is EV Passat equivalent with 385-mile range
Updated DS 7 gets range-topping 355bhp plug-in hybrid
The newly updated DS 7 will be launched with three plug-in hybrid powertrains, including a 355bhp range-topper. The SUV features a new front design, improved technology and a fresh infotainment system over the original model, which was released in 2017. The subtle restyling brings sharper lines and a front grille that shows off the French firm’s future design philosophy. New,… Continue reading Updated DS 7 gets range-topping 355bhp plug-in hybrid
Chinese firm Aiways plans 2023 UK launch with U5 SUV
Chinese firm Aiways aims to start selling cars in the UK and other right-hand- drive markets in 2023. Founded in 2017 by Fu Qiang (a former sales chief at Volvo) and Gary Gu, it now has a factory in Shanghai with an annual capacity of 300,000 units, plus its own research and development centre and… Continue reading Chinese firm Aiways plans 2023 UK launch with U5 SUV
Jaguar Land Rover CEO on chips, EVs, quality and Discovery
We know you’re working flat out on the new electrified Jaguar line-up — but what about new Land Rover models? “We will advance some of those, too, even ahead of schedule to cope with electrification. But I can’t give details yet.” Your Land Rover brands are extremely strong, but even so you have work to… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover CEO on chips, EVs, quality and Discovery
British race car builder Lola set for revival
Lola, one of the world’s most prolific constructors of racing cars, is set for revival 10 years after it closed for business following an asset buyout by a British businessman. US-based Till Bechtolsheimer has purchased all Lola assets, including its fully operational wind tunnel and technical centre in Huntingdon, plus the intellectual property and designs for… Continue reading British race car builder Lola set for revival