Ford has not ruled out using the VW Group’s new MEB Entry platform for a reborn electric Fiesta – but such a car is not an immediate priority. The Ford Fiesta bowed out of production last week after 47 years and seven generations, to make way for the new electric Ford Explorer SUV – based on… Continue reading Electric Ford Fiesta on Volkswagen platform remains possible
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Renault Arkana goes upmarket with new Esprit Alpine trim
The Renault Arkana has been updated in line with the French brand’s move upmarket, bringing sharper looks and a new range-topping trim inspired by the Alpine performance brand. A subtle restyle introduces Renault’s new ‘Nouvel’R’ brand identity – in which the trademark rhombus logo is divided into distinct geometric lines – finished in black, satin… Continue reading Renault Arkana goes upmarket with new Esprit Alpine trim
Vauxhall shows first images of next Experimental concept
Vauxhall sibling brand Opel has confirmed that it will show its next concept car, named simply the Experimental, at the Munich motor show on 10 September. Created at the firm’s design centre in Rüsselheim, Germany, it will preview the next evolution of the brand’s design identity and uses a streamlined iteration of the brand’s characteristic ‘Vizor’ front… Continue reading Vauxhall shows first images of next Experimental concept
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep. 44)
Episode 44 of the Autocar motoring podcast My Week In Cars finds our resident experts Steve Cropley and Matt Prior talking reviews of the Rolls-Royce Spectre, Lotus Eletre, and Prodrive P25. Cropley also spends time with Riversimple and BMW talking – and trying – hydrogen vehicles. And they bring you your correspondence, plus much more… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep. 44)
‘We are extremely interested in bringing semiconductor industries to the state, expect big- ticket announcements in a year’: DR TRB Rajaa
With the rising significance of semiconductor chips in an era of connected vehicles and devices, Tamil Nadu – considered the Detroit of India, is close to announcing big-ticket investments in the state. Dr TRB Rajaa, the Minister of Industries of Tamil Nadu told Autocar, “‘We are extremely interested in bringing semiconductor industries to the state,… Continue reading ‘We are extremely interested in bringing semiconductor industries to the state, expect big- ticket announcements in a year’: DR TRB Rajaa
CNG car sales witness slowdown in first-half CY2023, decline 5 percent
India’s market for CNG-powered cars and SUVs has expanded with the launch of the Hyundai Exter mini-SUV on July 10. Of the 22 CNG passenger vehicles sold in India, it is only the second compact SUV to get the CNG treatment after the Maruti Brezza. The launch comes at a time when retail sales in… Continue reading CNG car sales witness slowdown in first-half CY2023, decline 5 percent
Autocar magazine 12 July: on sale now
This week in Autocar, we offer details on Britain’s baby Porsche 911, drive the ultimate Prodrive-reworked Subaru Impreza and dive behind the scenes at the Goodwood Festival of Speed News The stunning Caterham Project V headlines the Goodwood Festival of Speed as the British firm’s vision of an electric sports coupe that the marque could put… Continue reading Autocar magazine 12 July: on sale now
Caterham shows lightweight electric sports car for 2026
Jannarelly added: “It’s like if you have a soft sheet and you drape it over the chassis.” He highlighted the very visible architectural elements of the Seven as a key factor in its enduring appeal, saying: “With the Seven, it is form follows function. In some forms, I tried to apply almost the same rules,… Continue reading Caterham shows lightweight electric sports car for 2026
Fain puts bullseye on ‘Big Three’ as UAW strike target
UAW President Shawn Fain on Tuesday addressed the big question on the minds of probably anyone working at Ford, General Motors or Stellantis right now. Who is the strike target for this year’s contract bargaining? The answer he gave during a Facebook Live session, however, keeps the question where it has been for months, up… Continue reading Fain puts bullseye on ‘Big Three’ as UAW strike target
PETA declares victory with animal ban for crash test research; Ford updates policy
The animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) declared “major victory!” on Tuesday after learning Ford Motor Co. had just changed its policy to ban animal testing. In a news release, PETA wrote, “In Ford’s 2023 Integrated Sustainability and Financial Report, the automaker has updated its policy at PETA’s request to… Continue reading PETA declares victory with animal ban for crash test research; Ford updates policy