Ligier recently hit the news by recording the slowest ever lap of the Nürburgring, amusingly claiming this “hinted at its glorious history”. But what exactly is that history? Well, the name Ligier first appeared in Autocar in March 1964, on the entry list for the forthcoming Le Mans 24 Hours. Driving for the French importer of Porsches,… Continue reading From butcher to F1: the inspiring tale of Ligier
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Sub-£20k Nissan Wave city car to channel retro 1980s classics
Nissan has chosen the name Wave for its version of the Renault Twingo electric city car and will rework the design with influence from its Pike retro cars, Autocar has learned. The Wave is due next year and will be built by Renault alongside the Twingo. It is expected to hit the same sub-£20,000 price… Continue reading Sub-£20k Nissan Wave city car to channel retro 1980s classics
Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Frontera EV for £120 a month might just be deal of the year
Well-equipped GS model 186-mile range; 20 per cent off Gridserve charging Just £119.98 a month The year may be just about over but there is time for one more tempting car leasing deal – and we think this is arguably the best value of 2025. Through the Auto Express Buy A Car service, Carwow Leasey is… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Frontera EV for £120 a month might just be deal of the year
GM remains #2 EV seller as Cadillac leads luxury market, Chevy Equinox sales near 58K
Despite fewer models sold in the fourth quarter, GM outpaced Ford to remain the #2 EV seller in the US, behind Tesla. GM EV sales rise in 2025 despite Q4 drop As expected, GM reported lower EV sales in the final three months of 2025 after the $7,500 federal tax credit expired at the end… Continue reading GM remains #2 EV seller as Cadillac leads luxury market, Chevy Equinox sales near 58K
Battery Housing Market Report 2025: Non-metallic Materials Such As Plastics and Composites Dominate Due to Their Lightweight and Corrosion-resistant Properties – Forecast to 2029
Company Logo The global battery housing market, valued at US$4.91 billion in 2023, is projected to reach US$25.85 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 31.88% from 2024-2029. Essential for NEVs, battery housings improve safety, thermal management, and structural integrity. Non-metallic materials, such as plastics and composites, dominate due to their lightweight and corrosion-resistant… Continue reading Battery Housing Market Report 2025: Non-metallic Materials Such As Plastics and Composites Dominate Due to Their Lightweight and Corrosion-resistant Properties – Forecast to 2029
Battery Housing Market Report 2025: Non-metallic Materials Such As Plastics and Composites Dominate Due to Their Lightweight and Corrosion-resistant Properties – Forecast to 2029
Company Logo The global battery housing market, valued at US$4.91 billion in 2023, is projected to reach US$25.85 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 31.88% from 2024-2029. Essential for NEVs, battery housings improve safety, thermal management, and structural integrity. Non-metallic materials, such as plastics and composites, dominate due to their lightweight and corrosion-resistant… Continue reading Battery Housing Market Report 2025: Non-metallic Materials Such As Plastics and Composites Dominate Due to Their Lightweight and Corrosion-resistant Properties – Forecast to 2029
Nissan Motor India Records 15,372 Units in December 2025, Export Volume Hits 10-Year High
Nissan Motor India concluded calendar year 2025 with strong export momentum, shipping 13,470 units in December—the highest monthly export volume in over a decade. Combined with domestic wholesale figures of 1,902 units, the company achieved total consolidated sales of 15,372 units for the month. Export Performance Drives Growth The December export surge reflects the continued… Continue reading Nissan Motor India Records 15,372 Units in December 2025, Export Volume Hits 10-Year High
Why we still fly around the world just to drive in circles
When The Beautiful South wrote their song Rotterdam (Or Anywhere), they could have been writing about the itinerant life of a road tester. Motoring hacks travel to locations that serve a particular purpose: to drive around in big circles. And then we go home. To the outsider looking in, I can well appreciate that you… Continue reading Why we still fly around the world just to drive in circles
Driven: Ford’s epic £2m Dakar Rally monster
Some opportunities don’t come along that often – and aren’t the sort of thing you say no to. Such as the chance to drive a £2 million Dakar Rally challenger in a private forest. How exclusive was this opportunity? Well, at the time I climbed behind the wheel, only three people outside of rally outfit… Continue reading Driven: Ford’s epic £2m Dakar Rally monster
What cars qualify for the electric car grant? Full list with our best (and worst) picks
If your answer to that question was space, there’s the slightly larger and boxier Renault 4, our Small SUV of the Year. As well as a bigger boot and more rear-seat space, the R4 also offers one-pedal driving – something its sibling doesn’t right now – which is great around town. On top of all… Continue reading What cars qualify for the electric car grant? Full list with our best (and worst) picks