Order books are now open for the Ford Ranger Raptor, a hardcore version of the Blue Oval’s all-new Ranger. It’s the first derivative of the new-generation pick-up to go on sale – with the standard model not joining the configurator for another few months yet – and it’s priced from £57,340. First deliveries of the… Continue reading New Ford Ranger Raptor on sale now from £57,340
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New Mercedes MMA all-electric platform to make its debut in 2024
Mercedes’s new MMA electric vehicle platform will make its debut in 2024 on a new model, which will also signify a change to the entry point in the firm’s line-up, according to CEO Ola Kallenius. On a recent investor call the German brand confirmed that the MMA platform, which will focus on “entry luxury” models,… Continue reading New Mercedes MMA all-electric platform to make its debut in 2024
New Polestar 3 to debut in October 2022
Polestar has announced that its new 3 model will launch in October this year, with customers being able to order the all-electric SUV from the day of its premiere. It’ll provide fresh competition in the rapidly growing large electric SUV segment, rivalling the likes of the Audi e-tron and BMW iX. Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO,… Continue reading New Polestar 3 to debut in October 2022
“Almost 800,000 people are still working in Britain’s automotive industry”
Two years after Covid first clobbered us, the car business in the UK remains badly bruised, but still alive and kicking. It’s down, but not out. And believe it or not, in some departments, it’s healthier today than two years back. I’ve accessed the like-for-like (Spring 2020 vs Spring 2022) figures. Thankfully, they state that… Continue reading “Almost 800,000 people are still working in Britain’s automotive industry”
Toyota tops auto-supplier relations study, as Honda rises and Stellantis drops
Toyota Motor Corp. had the best working relationship with its North American suppliers, according to an annual study from accounting firm Plante Moran, while Honda Motor Co. showed the most improvement, and views on Jeep-maker Stellantis NV soured. This year’s North American Automotive OEM-Supplier Working Relations Index was ripe for change given the supply-chain disruptions ongoing for… Continue reading Toyota tops auto-supplier relations study, as Honda rises and Stellantis drops
GM took a pledge to be the ‘most inclusive’ company. It’s trying to make it happen
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American Axle pushes back on report it’s in talks to sell company
Auto supplier American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings Inc. late Sunday quashed a report that it’s in talks to sell the company. “While our long-standing policy is to not publicly comment on market rumors and media speculation, we feel it is important to clarify that we are not engaged in a process to sell the company,” the company… Continue reading American Axle pushes back on report it’s in talks to sell company
Despite stiff headwinds, BMW on track to meet ’22 production goals
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Average U.S. vehicle is now a record 12.2 years old
The average age of light vehicles in operation has hit a record, increasing by two months this year to 12.2 years, as a shortage of vehicles is keeping Americans in their cars for longer, according to a study released on Monday. It’s the fifth consecutive year of increase even as the U.S. vehicle fleet recovered, growing by… Continue reading Average U.S. vehicle is now a record 12.2 years old
Sunday Times Rich List reveals most affluent dealers
The Sunday Times Rich List has revealed the UK’s most affluent dealers. Geoffrey Warren, owner of Car Giant, topped the list of those who’s wealth comes from car sales, with a worth of £2.552bn, up £1.107bn from last year to be ranked 68th (2021: 148). Lady Philomena Clark and family, owners of Scottish Group Arnold… Continue reading Sunday Times Rich List reveals most affluent dealers