PSA boss Carlos Tavares remains “eager to invest” in Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port factory should a suitable business case be made for it off the back of UK-EU trade deal talks. However, should tariffs be imposed on cars or car parts then Tavares said the UK government would need to make the investment as it “would not be… Continue reading PSA Ellesmere Port factory investment will hang on EU trade deal
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne is 1099bhp performance EV
Revived luxury car marque Hispano Suiza has revealed an upgraded version of its Carmen electric grand tourer, inspired by the brand’s motorsport heritage. Called the Carmen Boulogne in reference to one of the Spanish firm’s historic race cars, the limited-run luxury car is claimed to offer substantial performance and handling upgrades over the standard car,… Continue reading Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne is 1099bhp performance EV
Mega-power electric hypercar “not a priority” for Porsche
Porsche has no desire to follow the array of electric hypercars with four-figure power outputs into the market, according to the brand’s design chief. Talking to Autocar in a phone interview that would have taken place at the cancelled Geneva motor show, Michael Mauer expressed that he has other ideas about what is important for enthusiasts. … Continue reading Mega-power electric hypercar “not a priority” for Porsche
Porsche: no electric 911 until at least 2030
An all-electric Porsche 911 will not be produced before 2030 at the earliest, according to Porsche sports cars line director Frank-Steffen Walliser. “The 911 will be the last Porsche to become electric,” he told Autocar, “coming hopefully after my retirement so I’m not responsible any more and no one can blame me… I will fight to… Continue reading Porsche: no electric 911 until at least 2030
Suzuki Ignis gains new styling and powertrain for 2020
Suzuki’s quirky Ignis city car has undergone a mid-life facelift, gaining subtle design tweaks and a new mild hybrid powertrain option. The Fiat 500 rival, launched in 2016, retains its boxy overall silhouette, flared wheel arches and compact footprint, but gains a new five-spoke front grille that brings it into line with the Jimny SUV. … Continue reading Suzuki Ignis gains new styling and powertrain for 2020
New Bentley Mulliner Bacalar is £1.5m two-seat luxury GT
Hannig identifies three pillars of Mulliner: Mulliner Classic, Mulliner Collections and Mulliner Coachbuilt. Mulliner Classic was kick-started last year with a 1939 Bentley Corniche recreation and news of a continuation series of the Birkin Blower. Mulliner Collections includes models such as the recently revealed Continental GT Mulliner Convertible. And Mulliner Coachbuilt includes the Bacalar, with… Continue reading New Bentley Mulliner Bacalar is £1.5m two-seat luxury GT
New Skoda Octavia vRS gains 242bhp PHEV option for 2020
Skoda’s longest-serving sporting model, the Octavia vRS, has moved to a new generation and, like its Volkswagen Group siblings, will be the first to feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The Czech brand has released details of only the vRS iV plug-in version so far, which has a 1.4-litre TSI turbo petrol engine mated to a… Continue reading New Skoda Octavia vRS gains 242bhp PHEV option for 2020
New Dacia SUV will be Europe’s most affordable EV
Dacia has previewed its first electric vehicle with the Spring Electric concept – and promised that the production version, due in 2021, will be the most affordable EV sold in Europe. As expected, the Spring Electric’s design is based heavily on the Renault City K-ZE electric crossover that Dacia’s parent company designed primarily for the… Continue reading New Dacia SUV will be Europe’s most affordable EV
Special edition Pininfarina Battista to mark firm’s 90th anniversary
The Battista is now undergoing a rigorous track testing programme under the guidance of ex-Formula 1 and Formula E racer Nick Heidfeld. The Battista’s makers claim that it’s the most powerful road-legal car ever produced in Italy, with a motor for each wheel that, collectively, deliver up to 1900bhp and 1696lb ft. Pininfarina says that will be good… Continue reading Special edition Pininfarina Battista to mark firm’s 90th anniversary
Under the skin: Koenigsegg’s ingenious transmission solutions
Koenigsegg won’t say what, but it will hopefully reveal something special on the morning of 3 March at this year’s Geneva motor show. Rumour has it the Swedish supercar maker, known for its highly innovative drivetrains, will reveal a production car concept capable of breaking the 500km/h barrier (a smidge over 310mph). Koenigsegg currently employs… Continue reading Under the skin: Koenigsegg’s ingenious transmission solutions