Lancia has officially revealed the new Ypsilon electric hatchback as well as official specifications, complete with a bold, concept-inspired look, Stellantis’s new infotainment and an EV range of 250 miles. The long-awaited electric car is Lancia’s first, and launches in Ypsilon Limited Edition Cassina form, which the Italian firm claims has been “inspired by the world of Italian furnishings.” Just 1906 examples to… Continue reading Official: Lancia Ypsilon reborn as EV supermini with 250-mile range
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Nissan Juke revamped with bigger touchscreen and improved quality
Nissan has given its popular Juke crossover a wide-reaching interior overhaul in a bid to maintain its position near the top of the sales charts. The updates come as the third-generation Juke enters its fifth year on sale, having sold a record 31,745 units in the UK last year to rank as one of the… Continue reading Nissan Juke revamped with bigger touchscreen and improved quality
Autocar magazine 14 February: on sale now
This week in Autocar, we reveal the new Aston Martin Vantage, deliver our verdict on the new Tesla Model 3, and celebrate the 60th anniversary of Car of the Year. News The Aston Martin Vantage has upped its game in all areas to battle the Porsche 911, with more power and pace, new cabin tech… Continue reading Autocar magazine 14 February: on sale now
New Skoda Octavia facelift brings more powerful vRS
Skoda has revealed the Octavia’s mid-life facelift, bringing technology and sustainability upgrades for its best-selling hatchback. The new look is distinct from the rest of the Skoda line-up, with more angular LED headlights nestled above a bold crease in the front bumper – producing a reference to the Czech flag that is especially pronounced on… Continue reading New Skoda Octavia facelift brings more powerful vRS
Ford facing potential strike of 3,000 UK white-collar workers
The logo of car manufacturer Ford is pictured in Inwood, New York, on February 5, 2024. Charly Triballeau | AFP | Getty Images LONDON — Ford was warned Wednesday that more than 3,000 white-collar workers across the U.K. could launch industrial action after union members rejected a pay offer from the U.S. automotive giant. Unite,… Continue reading Ford facing potential strike of 3,000 UK white-collar workers
Waymo issues a voluntary recall on its self-driving vehicle software
A Waymo rider-only robotaxi is seen during a test ride in San Francisco, California, U.S., December 9, 2022. Paresh Dave | Reuters Waymo has filed a voluntary recall notice with federal vehicle safety regulators for software that was previously used in their driverless cars, the company announced Tuesday, marking a first for Alphabet‘s self-driving vehicle unit.… Continue reading Waymo issues a voluntary recall on its self-driving vehicle software
Passenger vehicle, two-wheeler wholesales surge in January: SIAM report
In January, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) reported a significant increase in domestic passenger vehicle and two-wheeler wholesales, indicating a promising start to the year for the Indian automotive industry. Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales saw a notable rise of 14% year-on-year, reaching an all-time high of 3,93,074 units. This surge was primarily fuelled… Continue reading Passenger vehicle, two-wheeler wholesales surge in January: SIAM report
Passenger vehicle, two-wheeler wholesales surge in January: SIAM report
In January, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) reported a significant increase in domestic passenger vehicle and two-wheeler wholesales, indicating a promising start to the year for the Indian automotive industry. Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales saw a notable rise of 14% year-on-year, reaching an all-time high of 3,93,074 units. This surge was primarily fuelled… Continue reading Passenger vehicle, two-wheeler wholesales surge in January: SIAM report
Passenger vehicle, two-wheeler wholesales surge in January: SIAM report
In January, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) reported a significant increase in domestic passenger vehicle and two-wheeler wholesales, indicating a promising start to the year for the Indian automotive industry. Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales saw a notable rise of 14% year-on-year, reaching an all-time high of 3,93,074 units. This surge was primarily fuelled… Continue reading Passenger vehicle, two-wheeler wholesales surge in January: SIAM report
“The Volkswagen Golf is the greatest real-world car of the last 50 years”
As a kid in the seventies I tried – and failed – to cope with my troubled displacement from the inner London I loved to the suburbs that I didn’t. A pair of new, out-of-town schools beckoned. To be fair, the first was happy and glorious – not least because the atmosphere and teaching were… Continue reading “The Volkswagen Golf is the greatest real-world car of the last 50 years”