“In the past, British car manufacturers have been rather reluctant to issue any clear figures on their actual model production,” we reported in May 1969. “Now the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has compiled detailed statistics for the Big Four – British Leyland, Ford, Rootes and Vauxhall.” Car production and export figures had been… Continue reading Why British car makers kept their sales figures a secret until 1969
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Inside Magma: Why Genesis is taking on BMW M and AMG
It’s doing reasonably well in the US and Canada but is less well established in Europe, partly because Genesis only launched here in 2021, and then only in selected countries. Genesis sold around 1000 cars in the UK last year and just over 5000 here in total. It has also had to pivot from original… Continue reading Inside Magma: Why Genesis is taking on BMW M and AMG
Mercedes-AMG priming new GLC 53 with six-cylinder PHEV
Mercedes-AMG is readying a new 600bhp range-topping GLC that will be unveiled later this year, replacing two SUV models in the firm’s stable. Arriving as part of a mid-life facelift for the second generation of the combustion-engined GLC, the new GLC 53 will use the plug-in hybrid powertrain from the E53. Combining a turbocharged 3.0-litre… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG priming new GLC 53 with six-cylinder PHEV
How omnichannel 2.0 is reshaping customer experience in auto industry
The consensus among the experts and industry leaders was clear: omnichannel 2.0 is no longer about presence across platforms, but about mastering handoffs. In the automobile customer experience arena, omnichannel strategy has moved from experimentation to execution as buyers now arrive far more informed than before. At the ETAuto Retail Forum 2026, senior leaders from… Continue reading How omnichannel 2.0 is reshaping customer experience in auto industry
@BMW: Rétromobile Paris: Celebrating 50 Years of the BMW Art Car Collection. The BMW Art Car World Tour continues in 2026, kicking off in Paris, at one of the world’s most prestigious classic car shows.004534
Munich/ Paris. The BMW Art Car World Tour, a celebration of the fusion between art and automotive innovation, marked the 50th anniversary of the BMW Art Car Collection in 2025 with an extraordinary journey across five continents. Featuring over 45 stops in more than 30 countries, the tour captivated hundreds of thousands of visitors with… Continue reading @BMW: Rétromobile Paris: Celebrating 50 Years of the BMW Art Car Collection. The BMW Art Car World Tour continues in 2026, kicking off in Paris, at one of the world’s most prestigious classic car shows.004534
@BMW: British creativity meets MINI charm: The MINI Paul Smith Edition – from the runway to the roads.004533
Munich. The new MINI Paul Smith Edition combines MINI´s iconic design with Paul Smith´s famous design language “Classic with a Twist”. This special edition for the entire MINI Cooper family captivates with its unique look. The appearance and details of the vehicles not only showcase Paul Smith´s unmistakable style, but also the playful, optimistic and… Continue reading @BMW: British creativity meets MINI charm: The MINI Paul Smith Edition – from the runway to the roads.004533
I spent $30 on this bizarre magnetic keychain flashlight, and it’s a surprise hit
Olight iUltra keychain LED flashlight ZDNET’s key takeaways A tiny keychain flashlight that’s built with toughness and simplicity in mind Pull off the magnetic base to activate a 90-foot beam Built-in USB-C connector for easy charging. Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. A keychain is a tough environment for any gadget.… Continue reading I spent $30 on this bizarre magnetic keychain flashlight, and it’s a surprise hit
German FAZ: There is no such thing as a gentle conversion010459
From the rolling hills of Tuscany, some of the difficulties in faraway Germany may seem a little less sharp. But there are tasks that have to be completed, and Wolfgang Reitzle doesn’t want to let anything slide in the last few meters of his professional life. The 76-year-old captain of industry has created a retirement… Continue reading German FAZ: There is no such thing as a gentle conversion010459
German FAZ: What the agreement between China and the EU means for consumers010458
The European Commission did not explicitly confirm this. However, on Monday it published “guidelines” on how manufacturers can avoid the current special tariffs on electric cars produced in China. They must commit not to sell the cars below a certain minimum price in Europe. The special tariffs are currently between 7.8 percent and 35.3 percent… Continue reading German FAZ: What the agreement between China and the EU means for consumers010458
Sandbox VR Opens New Venue in San Jose
The ‘best virtual reality experience on the planet’ is now open in the Westfield Valley Fair SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sandbox VR, the world’s premier destination for premium location-based virtual reality experiences, has added its newest venue in San Jose, CA, in the prominent Westfield Valley Fair mall. With nearly 150k… Continue reading Sandbox VR Opens New Venue in San Jose