In this week’s Autocar confidential, we speak to the man in charge of Lotus about how to deliver an EV that sticks to the firm’s lightweight ethos, and find out when Citroen changed its tune on diesel. But first, what can Cupra do to stand out from its VW Group siblings? CUPRA MORE THAN A… Continue reading Autocar confidential: Lotus on delivering EV dynamism, Citroen preempting diesel dip and more
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Porsche 718 Cayman EV keeps ‘mid-engined’ layout
“With a typical two-door sports car, you see the car is really low because to reduce drag you want the silhouette as low and flat as possible,” said Steiner. “To do that you should have the driver sitting as low as possible, and if you do that there is no space for a battery below the… Continue reading Porsche 718 Cayman EV keeps ‘mid-engined’ layout
Under the skin: Renault reveals new tricks to squeeze more out of batteries
The latest EV announcements give an inkling as to how the technology will evolve before the end of the decade and what we can expect to see in forthcoming cars. In particular, with the Mégane E-Tech Electric revealed recently at the Munich motor show, Renault has firmly planted its flag in the sand and potentially made… Continue reading Under the skin: Renault reveals new tricks to squeeze more out of batteries
MG Maze concept is radical city EV inspired by videogames
SAIC Design – the London-based styling outfit responsible for MG Motor – has presented the radical new Maze concept as a gaming-inspired compact EV which aims to “bring back driving fun to electrified cars”. Revealed as the UK returns to a more familiar way of life following lockdowns and other pandemic-related obstacles, the Maze has… Continue reading MG Maze concept is radical city EV inspired by videogames
Autocar Confidential: EVs getting cheaper, a future ‘lithium crunch’ and more
In this week’s Autocar confidential, we unveil the unlikely inspiration for Everrati’s electric 911, Bentley’s commitment to sustainable leather and the possibility of a future lithium shortage in the latter part of the decade. Charging less for EVs How’s this for a win-win? Mercedes-Benz boss Ola Källenius has outlined his aim for the firm to… Continue reading Autocar Confidential: EVs getting cheaper, a future ‘lithium crunch’ and more
Autonomous Volkswagen ID Buzz revealed ahead of 2025 launch
Volkswagen has revealed a prototype autonomous version of the forthcoming ID Buzz electric MPV that features technology developed by self-driving technology specialist Argo AI. The ID Buzz, which features a retro design that evokes the original T2 Transporter, is set to launch next year in both passenger and commercial vehicle forms. Unveiled at the Munich… Continue reading Autonomous Volkswagen ID Buzz revealed ahead of 2025 launch
New Defender V8 Bond Edition is spy-themed limited-run special
Land Rover‘s SV Bespoke division has revealed the Defender V8 Bond Edition to mark the off-roader’s appearance in the forthcoming 007 film No Time to Die. Limited to 300 examples worldwide, the special edition is available in both the three-door 90 and longer-wheelbase, five-door 110 forms. Based on the recently launched 518bhp Defender V8, it’s powered by a 5.0-litre supercharger… Continue reading New Defender V8 Bond Edition is spy-themed limited-run special
Hot Wheels offers enthusiasts chance to have toy of their car made
Hot Wheels is giving one car owner the chance to have their car made immortalised as a toy. The toy-car maker is asking owners of customised cars to enter the Hot Wheels Legends event to be in with a chance of having their car turned into a 1:64 scale model that will be released in… Continue reading Hot Wheels offers enthusiasts chance to have toy of their car made
New Cupra UrbanRebel concept previews 2025 urban EV
Cupra has unveiled the UrbanRebel Concept, a bold racing-inspired machine that previews the firm’s forthcoming entry-level electric crossover due in 2025. The new machine has been unveiled by the Spanish firm ahead of the Munich motor show, where it will be shown in public for the first time. It is the first glimpse of a… Continue reading New Cupra UrbanRebel concept previews 2025 urban EV
Isuzu and Arctic Trucks reveal hardcore D-Max AT35
Isuzu has joined forces with Arctic Trucks to deliver the latest D-Max AT35, based on the new D-Max. Set to go on sale 14 February 2022 the hardcore pick-up truck features a strengthened chassis and Arctic Trucks’ Bilstein performance suspension set-up, which includes bespoke springs and dampers at the front, an adjustable anti-roll bar and extended shackles… Continue reading Isuzu and Arctic Trucks reveal hardcore D-Max AT35