The Geneva motor show will return in 2023 after three years of cancellations, its organisers have announced. The international car show in Switzerland will return from 14-19 February for its 91st iteration, after the 2020, 2021 and 2022 shows were all cancelled because of the Covid pandemic. The global semiconductor shortage also contributed to this year’s cancellation, as… Continue reading Geneva motor show to return in 2023 after three years
Author: Autocar Magazine UK
Opinion: Electric 500 shows Fiat the way forward
Fiat boss Olivier François recently said an electric Abarth 500 is a logical extension of the new EV Fiat 500, which suggests he’s on the same wavelength as us. In our road test of the 500, we noted how its small dimensions and pointy chassis give it potential for a performance version without compromising its positioning as a city… Continue reading Opinion: Electric 500 shows Fiat the way forward
Thomas Muller replaces Nick Rogers as JLR engineering chief
A former Volkswagen Group engineering boss has been appointed executive director of product engineering at Jaguar Land Rover, Nick Rogers having left the position at the end of 2021 after seven years. Thomas Müller, who has worked in the automotive industry for more than 20 years, has experience of research and development into chassis, advanced driver-assistance systems… Continue reading Thomas Muller replaces Nick Rogers as JLR engineering chief
Henrik Fisker’s radical plan to take on Tesla
Henrik Fisker’s idea of a decent hotel breakfast is three fried eggs on a large plate, sunny side up. This much I discovered when I met the Danish-born, Californian-based EV entrepreneur in a Park Lane hotel last week – right before he jumped on a flight to Austria to review 47 Fisker Ocean prototypes that… Continue reading Henrik Fisker’s radical plan to take on Tesla
My life in 12 cars: Lotus boss Matt Windle
“That car was rubbish,” he says with feeling. “Bits kept falling off. I got through two sets of brake discs in the first year. It was fast and at times I enjoyed driving it. The engine was beautiful. But I got to know my dealership far too well, and they weren’t much use. It taught… Continue reading My life in 12 cars: Lotus boss Matt Windle
New 2023 Porsche Panamera pictured during winter tests
A prototype version of the new Porsche Panamera has been spotted testing in winter conditions, as the German firm prepares to launch the third-generation model for the end of 2023. The model, which was not wearing the Porsche badge, was pictured with a solid black exterior paint. Its front-end design is similar to the current… Continue reading New 2023 Porsche Panamera pictured during winter tests
Czinger 21C hypercar confirmed for UK debut at Goodwood
New American company Czinger’s debut model, the radical 21C hypercar, will make its UK dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in June. The announcement comes as Czinger appoints high-end car dealer HR Owen as the exclusive UK retailer for the 21C and other upcoming Czinger models, ahead of deliveries of the hypercar getting under… Continue reading Czinger 21C hypercar confirmed for UK debut at Goodwood
Hot new Alpine electric cars to use Formula 1 aero and tech
Alpine’s upcoming electric cars will draw heavily on engineering from its Formula 1 team as the marque seeks to optimise efficiency while reinforcing its enthusiast-targeted brand positioning. Three all-new Alpine EVs will be launched over the next four years, meaning Dieppe requires expertise in electrified powertrain technology and, in order to maximise range, aerodynamics – which is in abundant supply… Continue reading Hot new Alpine electric cars to use Formula 1 aero and tech
Mercedes-Benz EQXX: radical EV’s tech confirmed for production
Technology showcased on the super-efficient Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept will make production, Mercedes has confirmed. Talking to Autocar’s sister brand Move Electric, a Mercedes spokesman confirmed that technology featured on the car, as well as processes adopted during its super-quick 18 month gestation, will filter through to mainstream models. “Our EQXX is a research vehicle… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz EQXX: radical EV’s tech confirmed for production
US firm reveals armoured Aston Martin Vantage
American company AddArmor has unveiled a fully armoured Aston Martin Vantage for use in volatile situations. The California-based firm – which has previously armoured a Ferrari 458 Speciale and an Audi RS7, among other models – has upgraded the Vantage to its ‘B4’ level of armour. As a result, it features an armoured firewall and strengthened… Continue reading US firm reveals armoured Aston Martin Vantage