The MG 4 electric hatchback will arrive in the UK in early 2023, offering up to 443bhp and 442lb ft of torque in dual-motor performance form. 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 based on parent company SAIC’s new Modular Scalable Platform (MSP),… Continue reading 2023 MG 4 is new electric rival to Volkswagen ID 3
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Steve Cropley: An hour with the world’s fastest man
Monday It’s Goodwood Festival of Speed week, and several days before the event begins in earnest, the air is filled with car-based joy. Wouldn’t it be great if the pervading mood of the wider nation could emulate the optimism and happy anticipation of this mighty Sussex event, 29 years old this year? Two decades ago,… Continue reading Steve Cropley: An hour with the world’s fastest man
Opinion: Newey’s RB17 indulgence is good for us all
Red Bull doesn’t talk about its Formula 1 ‘factory’; instead, the Milton Keynes site is described as a ‘technology campus’. But that’s no pretentious exaggeration. The expansion continues from what was originally a relatively humble base for Stewart Grand Prix in the late 1990s, with the new powertrain department the latest addition to the collection of Red Bull-branded buildings in… Continue reading Opinion: Newey’s RB17 indulgence is good for us all
Car subscription firm adds home charger to car and van package
Car and van subscription provider Mycardirect is covering the cost of a home charger for contracts lasting more than 12 months as tax-stimulated demand from small businesses pushes EVs towards a one-third share of its fleet. Developed in partnership with charger subscription company Egg, the package is designed to reduce both financial barriers and complexity for… Continue reading Car subscription firm adds home charger to car and van package
Honda Civic
While the application of the e:HEV system is exactly the same as in the Jazz and HR-V, the Civic uses a new 2.0-litre direct-injection turbo petrol engine (which we might hope to find in the imminent new Civic Type R) in conjunction with two electric motors, one acting as a generator and one giving propulsion,… Continue reading Honda Civic
Autocar notebook: Ferrari’s future plans
This week, we take a look at Audi’s newest EV and what the Rimac Nevera has beaten in a drag race. But first, here’s Ferrari’s take on the lifespan of its cars. Endurance challenge In addition to electrifying its line-up, Ferrari will seek to drastically cut emissions from operations, supply chain and fleet. At least it… Continue reading Autocar notebook: Ferrari’s future plans
Mercedes-Benz C43
The electric motor can build boost when there isn’t enough exhaust flowing to help reduce lag and in the car’s more aggressive dynamic modes keeps the turbine spinning in a high-tech form of anti-lag. Drive is delivered through a nine-speed automatic gearbox that incorporates AMG’s wet clutch, instead of a torque converter, and a 4Matic… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz C43
DS design chief vows to ditch touchscreens for future models
The chief designer of French premium brand DS wants to delete all screens from the interior of future cars, because they’re “not very sexy”. Thierry Métroz said he and the DS team are looking to “revolutionise” the interiors of the brand as the current trend to have a lots of screen is “a little bit stupid”. “Our… Continue reading DS design chief vows to ditch touchscreens for future models
Volkswagen ID Aero is EV Passat equivalent with 385-mile range
Volkswagen has previewed its long-awaited Tesla Model 3 rival with a sleek, low-slung concept called the ID Aero. Based on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, the new four-door model is planned to go on sale in China during the second half of 2023, with production initially set to take place at Volkswagen joint venture partners FAW (First… Continue reading Volkswagen ID Aero is EV Passat equivalent with 385-mile range
Updated DS 7 gets range-topping 355bhp plug-in hybrid
The newly updated DS 7 will be launched with three plug-in hybrid powertrains, including a 355bhp range-topper. The SUV features a new front design, improved technology and a fresh infotainment system over the original model, which was released in 2017. The subtle restyling brings sharper lines and a front grille that shows off the French firm’s future design philosophy. New,… Continue reading Updated DS 7 gets range-topping 355bhp plug-in hybrid