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New all-electric Ford E-Transit Custom to arrive with 236 miles of range
Ford is ramping up its plans to bring four new electric vans to the market by 2024 with the upcoming E-Transit Custom, E-Transit Courier and E-Tourneo Courier set to join the recently unveiled E-Tourneo Custom. A previous teaser image had shown the four shadowy vehicles along with the full-size e-Transit. We expect the rest of… Continue reading New all-electric Ford E-Transit Custom to arrive with 236 miles of range
Ford Puma ST line-up expands with 1.0 mild-hybrid Powershift auto option
Ford is on a big electrification push and the brand’s Ford Performance division is part of it, with the big-selling Puma ST now available with an electrified, mild-hybrid powertrain mated to a Powershift seven-speed automatic gearbox. Both are firsts for the Puma ST, which has been manual-only up to now. The engine is the most… Continue reading Ford Puma ST line-up expands with 1.0 mild-hybrid Powershift auto option
New Volkswagen ID 2all concept to be revealed tonight: watch here
Those privy to the early proposals of the redesigned ID 2 say it sits halfway between the existing internal-combustion-engined Volkswagen Polo and Golf in terms of exterior dimensions, with a length put at “around 4250mm”. With a relatively short bonnet and flat floor, it is claimed to offer “the sort of interior space of models… Continue reading New Volkswagen ID 2all concept to be revealed tonight: watch here
MINI Electric: how its tech helps you stay connected
With its standout style, dependable range and amped-up all-electric driving character, the MINI Electric is the perfect EV for every occasion. Add in the cost-saving benefits of home top-ups, zero road tax and urban emission zone exemption, and MINI ownership becomes even more affordable and even more sustainable than ever before. We haven’t even got… Continue reading MINI Electric: how its tech helps you stay connected
Government freezes 5p fuel duty cut as part of 2023 spring budget
The UK government has frozen its 5p fuel duty cut, initially introduced last year, in a decision which has been welcomed by key players in the country’s automotive industry. Announced by chancellor Jeremy Hunt as part of his 2023 spring budget, the cut will remain at 5p for an additional twelve months, which Hunt says… Continue reading Government freezes 5p fuel duty cut as part of 2023 spring budget
Ford Bronco to be offered in European markets for the first time
Ford will introduce its Bronco off-roader to European markets for the first time in “strictly limited numbers” and with a tight focus on extreme off-road use. Set to be available later this year, the Ford Bronco will be offered in two trim levels: Badlands, which is more suited to extreme off-road driving, and Outer Banks. The… Continue reading Ford Bronco to be offered in European markets for the first time
Citroen brings back petrol and diesel Berlingo MPV due to demand
The Citroën Berlingo MPV is back on sale in the UK in petrol and diesel guises, with the French firm citing high demand as the reason for its return. Available to order now, with production set to start in May, the Berlingo is priced from £25,465 as a diesel, while petrols command a slight premium, at £25,590. The… Continue reading Citroen brings back petrol and diesel Berlingo MPV due to demand
Volkswagen confirms £17,000 ID 1 as entry-level EV
Volkswagen is working “full steam ahead” on a sub-£17,000 electric ‘ID 1’ that will sit underneath the new ID 2all, although brand boss Thomas Schäfer has admitted that achieving the target price is proving a major challenge. The new Volkswagen ID 1 will be the smallest model in the brand’s line-up of bespoke electric cars. Previously hinted… Continue reading Volkswagen confirms £17,000 ID 1 as entry-level EV
Automotive Marketing & Communications Awards 2023 winners announced
The winners of the annual Automotive Marketing & Communications Awards have been announced by Autocar Business, with 11 companies emerging victorious across a wide variety of categories. With an incredibly strong list of entries, judging was tougher than ever this year with each company showcasing brilliant ideas. Emerging from a few tough years for the… Continue reading Automotive Marketing & Communications Awards 2023 winners announced