“It is disappointing to see the that the UK Government has stopped the plug-in car grant today without notice. “At Stellantis, we are fully committed to a zero-emission future and have ambitious goals across our Brands with our Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan to have entirely fully electric cars and vans well ahead of the… Continue reading Plug-in Car Grant: what axe means for car buyers and manufacturers
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Kia Niro EV prototype
While there are plenty of touchscreens and the dual-function touch bar first featured in the EV6, they are easier to use than many we’ve tried – and there remains enough physical buttons to keep most people happy. The teo 10.25in digital screens are crisp and easy to read, as is the 10in head-up display. There’s also… Continue reading Kia Niro EV prototype
UK government axes plug-in car grant with immediate effect
The government has axed the £1500 plug-in car grant (PiCG) with immediate effect – bringing to an end an electric car incentive scheme that dates back to 2011. The government hails “success in the UK’s electric car revolution” as a reason for the decision, saying that it has helped to boost sales of pure-EVs from 1000… Continue reading UK government axes plug-in car grant with immediate effect
Dacia Sandero and Duster Bi-Fuel off sale amid LPG crisis
Dacia has temporarily stopped production of its Bi-Fuel cars, which can run on liquid petroleum gas (LPG), due to problems in the LPG supply chain. This means the Dacia Sandero Bi-Fuel and Dacia Duster Bi-Fuel – the only LPG-ready cars sold in Britain – are presently unavailable to order. Both the hatchback and the SUV feature a 1.0-litre… Continue reading Dacia Sandero and Duster Bi-Fuel off sale amid LPG crisis
Autocar notebook: How Mercedes-Benz is bucking its own trend
This week, we look at the how the car world celebrated the Platinum Jubilee, and tell you why the new Mercedes-Benz GLC is an exception to the rule. Keep on trimming Mercedes-Benz has been on a warpath since 2020, cutting down on variants, platforms, powertrains and components and soon even entry-level models. So why is… Continue reading Autocar notebook: How Mercedes-Benz is bucking its own trend
New 2023 Chevrolet Blazer primed to take on Tesla Model Y
General Motors CEO Mary Barra has lifted the veil on the new Chevrolet Blazer EV – the firm’s crucial rival to the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E. Like its Blue Oval rival, the strikingly styled electric crossover will be sold alongside a mechanically unrelated ICE car and share with it a name that has… Continue reading New 2023 Chevrolet Blazer primed to take on Tesla Model Y
Which EV to buy? Every electric car on sale
Lexus has made no bones about its commitment to hybrid power, meaning its first full EV is a bit of a half-hearted effort. A fully electric version of the angular UX crossover, it falls short of its similarly priced premium rivals in almost all areas. Its 201bhp motor is short on poke, its 196-mile range falls… Continue reading Which EV to buy? Every electric car on sale
2023 Ssangyong Torres: rugged 4×4 coming to UK as EV
Ssangyong has officially revealed the ruggedly styled Torres SUV, which is set to hit UK shores next year as an electric rival for the likes of the Skoda Enyaq and Toyota bZ4X. New images of the rugged SUV have been released on the firm’s Korean social-media channels, showcasing its new Powered by Toughness design direction, with… Continue reading 2023 Ssangyong Torres: rugged 4×4 coming to UK as EV
Racing lines: Toyota sweeps Le Mans for the fifth time
The sheer scale and sense of occasion can never be underestimated at the Le Mans 24 Hours, even in the years the race itself doesn’t quite live up to the hype. The 2022 edition had its moments, combining the usual blend of emotional triumph for some and devastating heartbreak for others. But the bare truth… Continue reading Racing lines: Toyota sweeps Le Mans for the fifth time
New Plasan Wilder is groundbreaking mid-engined armoured vehicle
“Self-driving in the battlefield environment is very different to civilian autonomy,” said Kahn. “The challenges are very different: the vehicle can go anywhere, but there’s no infrastructure, like white lines for guidance.” The Wilder or some of its technology might yet find a place in the British Army, since Plasan is one of several companies… Continue reading New Plasan Wilder is groundbreaking mid-engined armoured vehicle