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German FAZ: Van already, already008569

The hierarchy in the large universe of small buses was like this for what felt like an eternity: VW T somewhere at the top, Mercedes-Benz trailed behind from the commercial vehicle department, Ford had its very own regular clientele with the Transit, and Opel or Renault or a few others shared the back seats. Go… Continue reading German FAZ: Van already, already008569

German FAZ: Van already, already008569

The hierarchy in the large universe of small buses was like this for what felt like an eternity: VW T somewhere at the top, Mercedes-Benz trailed behind from the commercial vehicle department, Ford had its very own regular clientele with the Transit, and Opel or Renault or a few others shared the back seats. Go… Continue reading German FAZ: Van already, already008569

German FAZ: Van already, already008569

The hierarchy in the large universe of small buses was like this for what felt like an eternity: VW T somewhere at the top, Mercedes-Benz trailed behind from the commercial vehicle department, Ford had its very own regular clientele with the Transit, and Opel or Renault or a few others shared the back seats. Go… Continue reading German FAZ: Van already, already008569

Vauxhall Frontera orders open with EV and hybrid versions both starting at £23,495

The Frontera Hybrid features a 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, backed up by a small 28bhp electric motor integrated into the six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This operates off a 48V electrical system, but isn’t capable of running for long stretches without the petrol engine. This powertrain comes with either 99bhp and 205Nm of torque or 136bhp and… Continue reading Vauxhall Frontera orders open with EV and hybrid versions both starting at £23,495

Stellantis bets big on hybrid cars with expanded line-up plan

Stellantis – parent company of Alfa Romeo, Citroen, Fiat, Jeep, Peugeot and Vauxhall – will set out a plan to boost its hybrid offering over the coming months, with European boss Jean-Philippe Imparato refusing to bet heavily on EVs as customer appetite continues to stagnate. Imparato said the one thing he won’t do this year… Continue reading Stellantis bets big on hybrid cars with expanded line-up plan

Car Deal of the Day: a top-spec Vauxhall Corsa for a mere £147 a month

Easy to drive Top-spec model £146.99 a month It’s hard to believe but the Vauxhall Corsa has been a feature of UK roads for more than 30 years.  That familiarity breeds success because the dinky Vauxhall is regularly in the best-selling car charts on account of its frugal engines, comfortable interior, and easy-going nature. You… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: a top-spec Vauxhall Corsa for a mere £147 a month

EV discounts: are they a short-term solution with long-term problems?

Auto Express spoke to Philip Nothard, insight director for motor-industry data services firm Cox Automotive. He said that “while attractive incentives and discounts may benefit consumers and fleet operators in the short term, they contribute to depreciation concerns for the used EV market. A surplus of heavily incentivised new BEVs entering the market devalues them… Continue reading EV discounts: are they a short-term solution with long-term problems?

German FAZ: Polestar wants to set up European production008561

Tesla competitor Polestar, controlled by Chinese owners, wants to produce cars in Europe for the first time. The Swedish company’s new Polestar 7 model should be produced on its home continent, Polestar boss Michael Lohscheller told the news agencies dpa-AFX and dpa. “The costs are significantly lower than shipping cars around the world,” explained the… Continue reading German FAZ: Polestar wants to set up European production008561

MG aims to beat UK’s biggest brands with 1/6 the workforce

The whole MG Motor UK operation consists of just 68 people. Its head office in London includes a styling studio and a showroom but still has not just empty desks but empty floors, while the engineering team at Longbridge is just a few people tasked with setting up the Chinese company’s cars for British roads… Continue reading MG aims to beat UK’s biggest brands with 1/6 the workforce