The next-generation Honda CR-V has been revealed in the US, sporting a rugged new look and touting improved performance courtesy of an upgraded hybrid drivetrain. The redesigned and re-engineered Toyota RAV4 rival will go on sale in Europe next year – as the final entrant into Honda‘s new-generation, all-hybrid mainstream line-up. It has made its… Continue reading New 2023 Honda CR-V brings upgraded hybrid and fresh design
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Alfa Romeo Giulia QV given radical 1960s-style overhaul
Italian firm ErreErre Fuoriserie has revealed a retro-styled coachbuilt Alfa Romeo Giulia to celebrate the model name’s 60th anniversary. Based on the hot Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, the new car is designed to pay tribute to the original 105-series Giulia, produced between 1962 and 1978. It’s priced at £207,502, which doesn’t include VAT or the £74,999 Giulia… Continue reading Alfa Romeo Giulia QV given radical 1960s-style overhaul
Dacia Spring EV unlikely to arrive in UK before 2024
The Spring launched in several European markets early last year, but Dacia initially delayed a UK sales decison while it evaluated production capacity and its sales potential against the cost of a right hand-drive conversion. “It is looking very positive, but there is no final decision,” Denis Le Vot, CEO of Dacia told Autocar late last year. “Our data… Continue reading Dacia Spring EV unlikely to arrive in UK before 2024
Wales to lower urban speed limits to 20mph
Wales will become the UK’s first nation to lower speed limits in built-up areas from 30mph to 20mph by default, in a bid to cut traffic collisions and reduce noise. Ministers hope it will also encourage more motorists to either walk or cycle. However, following trials across the country, many drivers have blasted the slower… Continue reading Wales to lower urban speed limits to 20mph
Official: New 2023 Honda Civic Type R to be revealed on 21 July
The new Honda Civic Type R will finally be unwrapped on Thursday 21 July, Honda has officially confirmed, putting an end to months of speculation. The hugely anticipated hot hatchback has also been previewed in a new teaser image (below) which gives little away beyond confirming it will be marked out from the standard Civic by… Continue reading Official: New 2023 Honda Civic Type R to be revealed on 21 July
Ford Mustang Mach-E prices up by average of £7700 in 2022
The price of a new Ford Mustang Mach-E has shot up by an average of over £7700 in the last seven months, with one particular variant rising by more than £9300. Prices for the US-built electric SUV – which now starts at £50,030 – were raised by between £2500 and £5980, depending on specification, earlier this month. This follows… Continue reading Ford Mustang Mach-E prices up by average of £7700 in 2022
How can fleets benefit from connected vehicles?
The internet of things – the vast global network of smart devices sharing information – is expanding quickly. IOT Analytics predicts that it will almost double in size from 14.4 billion devices in 2022 to 27 billion in 2025, and connected vehicles are an important contributor. Fleets, which operate the newest vehicles on the road, will… Continue reading How can fleets benefit from connected vehicles?
Greatest road tests ever: Chrysler PT Cruiser
Tested 26.7.00 Chrysler’s hot-rod-inspired hatch was a cult hit in its early days and can be had for less than a grand today. But was it any good? The PT Cruiser was built on a new platform but took its 2.0-litre four-pot petrol engine and five-speed manual gearbox from the Neon, albeit with the respective… Continue reading Greatest road tests ever: Chrysler PT Cruiser
Future Vauxhall models to be more “distinctive”, says design boss
He explained: “You see an Astra and then a Peugeot 308 (above). I hope you wouldn’t say they were from the same fundamentals. Some things are, but things people don’t see, like starter motors. Things you look at, see and feel are different. Things are good now: we’re on a good path and we can still… Continue reading Future Vauxhall models to be more “distinctive”, says design boss
Under the skin: The new EV technology improving efficiency
A few years ago, the companies that produce many of the major components for car makers, such as transmissions, recognised that a new, potentially lucrative market was about to emerge. Although not in need of a traditional multi-speed transmission or driveline, manufacturers would still need some sort of transmission to sit between the motor and… Continue reading Under the skin: The new EV technology improving efficiency