Volkswagen will unveil a redesigned logo as part of a major rebranding at this year’s Frankfurt motor show, coinciding with the launch of the new ID 3 electric hatchback. Called New Volkswagen, it has been developed to make the brand appear “significantly younger, more digital and more modern”. It has been in development for more than three years and has… Continue reading Volkswagen to reveal new logo at Frankfurt motor show
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New engine raises Dacia Duster prices by £1000
Dacia has raised the pricing of its Duster SUV following the addition of a new entry-level petrol engine. The new engine is available on Dusters equipped with Access, Essential and Comfort trim, with prices ranging from £10,995 to £13,995. This marks a £1000 increase over the Duster’s previous £9995 entry price. The turbocharged three-cylinder TCe 100 unit… Continue reading New engine raises Dacia Duster prices by £1000
Aston Martin launches bespoke garage design service
Aston Martin’s bespoke personalisation outfit, Q by Aston Martin, has launched a new service to help owners create their ideal car storage facility. Automotive Galleries and Lairs, revealed today at Pebble Beach, will assist owners in designing bespoke garages or display units to house their Aston Martins. The new sub-division can also design and build… Continue reading Aston Martin launches bespoke garage design service
Audi RS Q3 Sportback drops disguise before Frankfurt reveal
Audi Sport is working its magic on the recently revealed Q3 Sportback – and the hot coupé-SUV will make its public debut at next month’s Frankfurt motor show. The RS version of Audi’s seventh SUV will join its less style-focused RS Q3 sibling at the event. Since the standard Sportback has already been revealed, the performance… Continue reading Audi RS Q3 Sportback drops disguise before Frankfurt reveal
BP Chargemaster activates first 150kW ultra-fast EV chargers
BP Chargemaster, the UK’s largest electric car charge point provider, has switched on the first of its new Ultracharge 150kW EV chargers at a London petrol station. Two charging points are now in operation at BP’s Cranford petrol station near London Heathrow airport – the first in a planned roll-out of 400 ultra-fast charging points by 2021 –… Continue reading BP Chargemaster activates first 150kW ultra-fast EV chargers
Toyota tests plug-in hybrid RAV4 SUV in new images
Toyota has been seen testing what appears to be a plug-in hybrid variant of the RAV4 SUV on European roads. At first glance, the prototype doesn’t seem any different from the standard Honda CR-V rival. However, closer inspection reveals a disguised opening on the right-hand side of the car – the opposite side of where the… Continue reading Toyota tests plug-in hybrid RAV4 SUV in new images
965bhp Puritalia Berlinetta hybrid coming to Salon Prive
Puritalia Automobili is due to showcase its Berlinetta hybrid sports car at this year’s Salon Privé motoring event. The Italian firm launched the Berlinetta at the Geneva motor show earlier this year, revealing it to be what it calls a ‘Super Hybrid’ hand-built grand tourer with a top speed of 208mph. A front-mounted V8 petrol engine runs… Continue reading 965bhp Puritalia Berlinetta hybrid coming to Salon Prive
Audi E-tron 50 revealed as value version of flagship EV
Audi has revealed the E-tron 50 as a cheaper and lighter version of its flagship electric SUV. Due to arrive in the UK in early 2020, the new variant weighs roughly 120kg less than the 2565kg E-tron 55, primarily as a result of its smaller battery pack. The E-tron 50’s 71kWh pack – likely to be the… Continue reading Audi E-tron 50 revealed as value version of flagship EV
New Ford Puma: pricing revealed for sporty compact SUV
Officially, the company describes the Puma as an “SUV-inspired crossover”, with its three standout virtues claimed to be “seductive styling”, ingenious rear stowage and the new 48V mild-hybrid petrol drivetrain. The body’s flowing surfaces have been developed under what designer George Saridakis labels an “anti-wedge” policy. What he calls “separated” headlights and tail-lights are also… Continue reading New Ford Puma: pricing revealed for sporty compact SUV
Aston Martin posts £78.8m loss in first half of 2019
Aston Martin recorded a pre-tax loss of £78.8 million in the first half of this year, due to lower-than-expected sales in Europe and expansion costs – but company boss Andy Palmer insists the firm’s ambitious growth plan remains on track. The publication of Aston Martin Lagonda latest results came a week after the firm issued… Continue reading Aston Martin posts £78.8m loss in first half of 2019