Vauxhall has reimagined its GSe performance brand with a new version of the Mokka Electric that has nearly double the power of the standard car. Previewed by the Mokka GSe Rally prototype in May, the crossover’s arrival marks the relaunch of GSe, most recently used for the plug-in hybrid Astra GSe, as a badge for performance-honed… Continue reading Vauxhall reinvents GSe performance brand with hot 276bhp Mokka
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Aston Martin Vanquish Volante
The interior is basically untouched compared with the regular car. Which means it’s neatly laid out, expensively put together with physical controls for most things. The view out is reassuringly straight forward considering the size of the car. The roof can be opened in 14-seconds and closed in 16-seconds. It works at up to 31mph… Continue reading Aston Martin Vanquish Volante
Skoda Elroq: why it’s What Car?’s favourite family electric SUV
Skoda has an apparently simple mantra when it comes to developing its electric cars: “Do it once, do it right.” It’s a mantra that sounds simple, but which is remarkably difficult to pull off. Nevertheless, that’s what the company has managed, first with the prizewinning Enyaq electric SUV, and now with this, the award-winning Elroq,… Continue reading Skoda Elroq: why it’s What Car?’s favourite family electric SUV
Renault Triber sells over 200,000 units in six years ahead of new model launch
Following the news that Renault India is to integrate its new logo in all its new product launches, starting with the new Renault Triber, which is to be launched today (July 23), a quick data dive at the Triber’s cumulative sales reveals that over 214,000 units have been sold since its launch six years ago.… Continue reading Renault Triber sells over 200,000 units in six years ahead of new model launch
GM says EVs are its ‘North Star’ as legacy automaker chases Tesla
The Chevrolet display is seen at the New York International Auto Show on April 16, 2025. Danielle DeVries | CNBC While Tesla remains the No. 1 electric vehicle manufacturer in the U.S. by a wide margin, General Motors said on Tuesday it has secured the No. 2 position and believes it has an “inherent advantage”… Continue reading GM says EVs are its ‘North Star’ as legacy automaker chases Tesla
Tesla Diner: Photos show opening of Musk’s futuristic California drive-in
People dine inside during the opening of the Tesla Diner and drive-in restaurant and supercharger on Santa Monica Blvd. in the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles on July 21, 2025. Patrick T. Fallon | Afp | Getty Images Elon Musk‘s flagship Tesla Diner opened Monday in Hollywood, California, and the CEO is already eyeing expansion.… Continue reading Tesla Diner: Photos show opening of Musk’s futuristic California drive-in
These charts show just how hard Trump’s tariffs are hitting Europe’s auto giants
This photograph shows the front logo of a car at the new Citroen C5 Aircross’ production line in the Stellantis car maker plant in Chartres-de-Bretagne, near Rennes, western France, on July 3, 2025. Damien Meyer | Afp | Getty Images U.S. President Donald Trump‘s tariffs on European car imports were always expected to hit hard… Continue reading These charts show just how hard Trump’s tariffs are hitting Europe’s auto giants
GM reports $1.1 billion tariff impact as automaker works to ‘greatly reduce’ exposure
watch now General Motors reported second-quarter earnings Tuesday that beat Wall Street’s estimates and affirmed its full-year guidance, despite ongoing uncertainty from President Donald Trump‘s auto tariffs. Shares of the company fell 8%. While automakers have been hoping for relief on tariffs, Trump’s 25% levies on imported vehicles and many auto parts remain in effect.… Continue reading GM reports $1.1 billion tariff impact as automaker works to ‘greatly reduce’ exposure
Hyundai India gets Rs 517.34 Crore tax, Penalty Demand from GST Authority
Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Tuesday said it received a demand of Rs 517.34 crore from tax authorities, along with a penalty, for alleged short payment of Goods and Service Tax (GST) compensation cess on its certain SUV models. “The company has received an order from Commissioner (Appeals), CGST Dept, Tamil Nadu, confirming GST Compensation… Continue reading Hyundai India gets Rs 517.34 Crore tax, Penalty Demand from GST Authority
US trade tariffs have cost Stellantis £260m, so far
President Trump’s tariffs are starting to bite across the car industry, if the latest news from the owner of Citroen, Peugeot, Vauxhall, Fiat and Jeep is anything to go by. The multi-brand Stellantis group says that it’s in a 300m Euro (£260m) hole as a result of extra costs associated with importing cars to the… Continue reading US trade tariffs have cost Stellantis £260m, so far