Aston Martin first fitted a V12 to the Vantage in 2007 but it’s not to then which I want to return. Instead it’s to late 2013, by which time the V12 Vantage was already “our favourite Aston of modern times” and had just been replaced by the V12 Vantage S, which had an additional 55bhp… Continue reading Opinion: New Aston Martin V12 could be a driver’s dream
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV interior previewed ahead of unveiling
The interior of the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has been previewed, showcasing a technology-filled cabin with an array of digital screens. The EQS SUV, the third model based on the firm’s new EV architecture, is pictured with an interior which largely similar to that of the Mercedes-Benz EQS saloon. A 56in curved display, which consists of an instrument… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV interior previewed ahead of unveiling
New Prodrive Hunter: 600bhp ‘Ferrari of the desert’ revealed
Q&A: David Richards, Prodrive chairman Why build a road-going Hunter T1+? “Many people in remote areas, especially the Middle East, do a lot of desert driving for recreation. There’s a big off-road culture. It seemed logical to propose such a car – and then the crown prince [of Bahrain] became interested in being our first… Continue reading New Prodrive Hunter: 600bhp ‘Ferrari of the desert’ revealed
New Gordon Murray T33 to make public debut at Goodwood
You haven’t yet shown the T33’s interior. What’s it like? The T33 adheres very much to Gordon Murray Design principles: exquisite but very simple, driver-focused design. It will be all analogue: no touchscreens, top-quality machined-aluminium rotary controls for all important functions and every switch floodlit, as backlighting is confusing. We’re not even having steering column stalks, because… Continue reading New Gordon Murray T33 to make public debut at Goodwood
2022 Ford Focus orders halted due to parts shortage
The new Ford Focus has been hit by parts shortages due to the ongoing Ukraine crisis, meaning it can’t currently be fitted with the range-topping infotainment system, Ford has told Autocar. In a statement sent to Autocar, the American manufacturer confirmed that the parts shortages affected new, facelifted Focus cars that were set to be… Continue reading 2022 Ford Focus orders halted due to parts shortage
Ford Puma EV to be launched in 2024
The Ford Puma will gain an all-electric variant, the American firm has revealed. However, details of the car remain scarce, with Ford of Europe boss Stuart Rowley saying: ”There’s nothing further to say about Puma today other than that we will have an electric version of that vehicle.” Rowley did confirm that the Puma EV won’t utilise… Continue reading Ford Puma EV to be launched in 2024
Wiesmann reveals plans for “world-first” sports car
Luxury sports car marque Wiesmann will soon reveal a new model featuring retro styling and refined performance. Codenamed Project Thunderball, it has been described as a “sports car befitting the modern era” and will be built at the firm’s Gecko factory in Dülmen, Germany. It has been shown in a series of images released by Wiesmann with… Continue reading Wiesmann reveals plans for “world-first” sports car
Racing lines: BRM is born again
“As bad as it gets!” fired back Sir Stirling Moss when I once asked for his verdict on the BRM P15 V16, Britain’s first true Formula 1 car. “I can’t think of anything that was good about that car other than the brakes and gearbox – and the fact that it broke so early you… Continue reading Racing lines: BRM is born again
Steve Cropley: Morgan never fails to bring a smile
Monday It’s no easy assignment, taking a positive view of a week as terrible as this. The only viable approach seems to be to be thankful for the life you lead and make the best of your opportunities. This, at least, is how I tried to tackle a trip to Morgan’s headquarters in Malvern Link,… Continue reading Steve Cropley: Morgan never fails to bring a smile
New 2022 Renault Austral SUV is all-electrified Kadjar replacement
The all-new Austral SUV is the replacement for the Renault Kadjar, bringing bold new styling, a drastically enhanced kit list and all-electrified powertrains in a bid to “win back” buyers in the crucial crossover segment. Positioned as a rival to the Ford Kuga and Toyota RAV4, it’s the first Renault to use the new third-generation CMF-CD… Continue reading New 2022 Renault Austral SUV is all-electrified Kadjar replacement