A new SUV from Chinese car maker Wey has been exposed in registry filings released by the country’s Ministry for Industry and Information Technology. Expected to take the name Wey 80 into production, the new seven-seat model is due to go on sale in China during the first half of 2023 before heading to export… Continue reading New Wey 80 is Europe-bound seven-seat luxury PHEV
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Tickets are now on sale for an exclusive event for Autocar readers at the Royal Automobile Club in London on 31 October. Ariel founder and boss Simon Saunders will be interviewed by our own Steve Cropley at the event, which starts at 6pm at the Pall Mall venue. You’ll learn lots about Simon and his latest… Continue reading Join Autocar for an exclusive event at the RAC
Porsche Macan EV delayed due to VW software woes
The launch of the new Porsche Macan electric SUV has been delayed for a year because of slower than expected software development within the wider Volkswagen Group. The Macan EV will be one of the first production cars to use Porsche and Audi’s Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, but Porsche has now confirmed that it… Continue reading Porsche Macan EV delayed due to VW software woes
Potential EV buyers at “all time high” but cost of living hitting sales
The number of drivers planning to buy an EV as their next car has risen to an all-time high, but they’re holding back on purchases because of the cost of living crisis, the RAC’s annual report on motoring has revealed. The report, which gathered results from 3102 UK drivers through a 30-minute online survey, showed that… Continue reading Potential EV buyers at “all time high” but cost of living hitting sales
Can EV upstart Nio ever upend premium rivals in the UK?
Nio ET7 starts at €1191 (£1040) per month for a three-year lease in Germany Close News 6 mins read 14 October 2022 Access to this content requires a subscription to Autocar Business The Knowledge. To subscribe, please see below and to login please click here ]]> Basic Register Access to additional free article Regular… Continue reading Can EV upstart Nio ever upend premium rivals in the UK?
Polestar 2 will remain brand’s smallest EV – for now
Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath has said the firm has no plans to launch a car smaller than the Polestar 2 in the future, stating that the goal is to focus on a select, rounded portfolio. The Sino-Swedish firm launched the 510bhp, £85,500 Polestar 3 large SUV earlier this week, which follows the 2 saloon. It has also… Continue reading Polestar 2 will remain brand’s smallest EV – for now
2024 Mini Convertible to be built at Oxford plant
The next-generation Mini Convertible will be built in at the Oxford plant, the firm’s boss has confirmed. Stefanie Wurst said production of the Convertible would switch to Oxford from the Netherlands in its next generation in 2024 or 2025, and be built alongside petrol-powered versions of the upcoming three- and five-door Mini models in their next… Continue reading 2024 Mini Convertible to be built at Oxford plant
Yamaha launches new range of electric bikes
Fabled motorbike manufacturer Yamaha is branching out into the world of electric bikes after unveiling three new e-bikes for mountain, gravel and urban segments. Earlier this year the firm revealed its plans to launch a new range of e-bikes in a Youtube premiere called Switch On, where Yamaha showcased its future electric scooters and mopeds.… Continue reading Yamaha launches new range of electric bikes
New partnership promises smoother journeys for road users
Drivers in the West Midlands are being promised smoother journeys thanks to a new partnership between traffic controllers and Waze, a route guidance provider. A combination of increased investment and road construction projects, the ending of covid lockdowns and events such as the 2022 Commonwealth Games have caused an increase in levels of traffic, congestion… Continue reading New partnership promises smoother journeys for road users
Polestar 3 electric SUV brings 510bhp for £85,500
The new Polestar 3 will arrive with up to 510bhp from a dual-motor electric powertrain, a host of advanced safety features and extensive use of sustainable materials – with its maker claiming this makes the SUV “more relevant and responsible”. The BMW iX and Jaguar I-Pace rival is the second series-production model from the Volvo spin-off brand… Continue reading Polestar 3 electric SUV brings 510bhp for £85,500