Chinese manufacturer BYD posted a 314.9% year-on-year increase in electrified vehicle sales in June in its mission to surpass Tesla. The company – which is based in Shenzhen and backed by American billionaire magnate Warren Buffet – sold 641,000 hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric cars worldwide from January to June, 134,036 of those in June. Tesla sold 564,000 electric cars in… Continue reading Chinese firm BYD posts 314.9% growth in electrified vehicle sales
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Worst June for new car registrations in 26 years
The number of new cars registered in the UK last month was the lowest in June since 1996, new figures have revealed, as supply shortages hampered the automotive industry. The data, released this morning by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), showed that 140,958 cars were registered, down 45,180 (24.3%) on June 2021.… Continue reading Worst June for new car registrations in 26 years
2024 BMW X3 primed to take on Mercedes-Benz GLC
The big-selling BMW X3 will enter its fourth generation in 2024, taking the fight to the recently revealed Mk2 Mercedes-Benz GLC with new powertrains, refreshed styling and a completely overhauled cabin. The new SUV, which has been caught testing on public roads around BMW’s German headquarters, looks to be getting a bigger front grille than its… Continue reading 2024 BMW X3 primed to take on Mercedes-Benz GLC
Autocar notebook: BMW’s F1 blues and Cupra’s go-karts
This week, we hear how Cupra wants the upcoming Urban Rebel to drive, but first we ask if BMW has its sights set on an F1 return. BMW’s F1 blues Will BMW return to Formula 1 as it looks to fast-track its understanding of electric powertrains? It’s unlikely, according to BMW M boss Frank van… Continue reading Autocar notebook: BMW’s F1 blues and Cupra’s go-karts
Chinese firm GAC unveils hydrogen-powered MPV concept
Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) has revealed a new luxurious MPV concept featuring a bespoke hydrogen powertrain. Unveiled at the GAC Tech Day event, where the Chinese company previews newly developed technologies, the concept has been named Space. GAC didn’t give details of the Space’s powertrain, but it also unveiled a 1.5-litre hydrogen-fueled engine at the event, claiming that… Continue reading Chinese firm GAC unveils hydrogen-powered MPV concept
Fuel price protests bring UK motorways to a standstill
Campaigners are causing long tailbacks across the UK as they target motorways in ‘go-slow’ protests over the rising cost of fuel. Protesters are calling on the government to drop fuel duty as the price of petrol and diesel continues to soar to unprecedented levels. Most recent figures show that a litre of petrol costs on… Continue reading Fuel price protests bring UK motorways to a standstill
New 2022 MG 4 takes on Volkswagen ID 3 with 280-mile range
The MG 4 electric hatchback will arrive in the UK in September, rivalling the Volkswagen ID 3 and Kia Niro EV with up to 281 miles of range, a spacious interior and optimised dynamics. First revealed in China, where it’s known as the MG Mulan, the latest in a growing range of MG EVs is the first to be… Continue reading New 2022 MG 4 takes on Volkswagen ID 3 with 280-mile range
Official: Ford Bronco 4×4 coming to Europe in 2023
After two years of speculation following its unveiling, the rugged Ford Bronco 4×4 has been confirmed for a European launch at the end of 2023. The current Bronco was revealed in July 2020, bringing back the storied nameplate after a 24-year absence and providing Ford with a full-sized 4×4 to rival the Land Rover Defender and Jeep… Continue reading Official: Ford Bronco 4×4 coming to Europe in 2023
Intelligent speed assistance: everything you need to know
Colin Goodwin: “For me, high-speed motoring died years ago, even on the Continent. Large fines, the prospect of a confiscated car and, worse of all, prison have all slowed me down. So I will find it easy to live with ISA. I shall build an Austin Seven special in which I will scare myself silly… Continue reading Intelligent speed assistance: everything you need to know
Future Citroen models to straddle multiple segments
Citroën will continue to challenge current vehicle categorisation to ensure that it remains “future-proof”, even if that means taking risks, according to its strategy boss. The French firm, part of the Stellantis empire, has recently launched the Citroën C4 X, which fuses elements of a fastback, saloon and SUV. It follows the similar Citroën C5 X and… Continue reading Future Citroen models to straddle multiple segments