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'Shame on those who exploit the pandemic for their own misguided car-hating beliefs' 

'Shame on those who exploit the pandemic for their own misguided car-hating beliefs'
Mike Rutherford thinks the Covid-19 pandemic is being used as a cover for an attack on the British motorist.
Rolls-Royce Dawn Silver Bullet special edition revealed

Rolls-Royce Dawn Silver Bullet special edition revealed
New Rolls-Royce Dawn Silver Bullet looks 100 years into the past to evoke spirit of historic roasters; just 50 examples will be produced
New electric vans 2020 and beyond

New electric vans 2020 and beyond
The electric van market has taken off in 2020, with numerous new models launched by manufacturers. Here's a rundown of what has appeared
Jaguar Land Rover Aluminium Upcycling initiative to slash carbon emissions

Jaguar Land Rover Aluminium Upcycling initiative to slash carbon emissions
The use of end-of-life vehicles in addition to other recycled sources, will form part of Jaguar Land Rover’s drive towards zero-emission production
Tesla Model S-based Coleman Milne BINZ.E hearse revealed

Tesla Model S-based Coleman Milne BINZ.E hearse revealed
All electric Tesla hearse emits zero tailpipe emissions, while Model S drivetrain promises the most ludicrous funerals ever
New Volvo XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T4 arrives 

New Volvo XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T4 arrives
New Volvo XC40 T4 PHEV option sits below the existing T5 and achieves 134.5mpg, while new mild hybrid options join the range, too
‘A lack of diversity is one of the biggest problems the industry faces’

‘A lack of diversity is one of the biggest problems the industry faces’
With just six women and not one person from a BAME background making it onto our 2020 Brit List, editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks more needs to be …
London and Cardiff authorities take £58.2m fines from moving traffic offences

London and Cardiff authorities take £58.2m fines from moving traffic offences
London and Cardiff see 25 per cent rise in money from fines for stopping in a yellow box junction, making an illegal turn or driving down a no entry
Consultation launched into automated lane-keeping systems for semi-autonomous cars

Consultation launched into automated lane-keeping systems for semi-autonomous cars
Government calls for evidence to find out how cars can safely drive themselves on motorways
Frequency of speeding incidents tripled during lockdown

Frequency of speeding incidents tripled during lockdown
Telematics data shows drivers broke speed limits more often when they got behind the wheel during lockdown
Government should place 15% EV quota on car manufacturers, campaigners say

Government should place 15% EV quota on car manufacturers, campaigners say
Global Action Plan and FIA Foundation claim 59 per cent of two-car families could run an electric car without any hindrance
Yorkshire Motorsport Festival 2021 to feature Palmer Foundation Engineering Village

Yorkshire Motorsport Festival 2021 to feature Palmer Foundation Engineering Village
The Palmer Foundation's presence at the 2021 Yorkshire Motorsport Festival will give British engineering and motorsport firms a platform and showcase …
'SUV haters might as well tie a hand behind the back of every JLR employee'

'SUV haters might as well tie a hand behind the back of every JLR employee'
Mike Rutherford thinks ecomentalists should stop persecuting SUV drivers
New Aston Martin Vantage and DBS Superleggera 007 Edition celebrates 'No Time To Die' James Bond film

New Aston Martin Vantage and DBS Superleggera 007 Edition celebrates 'No Time To Die' James Bond film
Two new special edition Aston Martins launched alongside latest James Bond film
New 2022 Mercedes GLC to rival Audi Q5 and BMW X3 with sleek new look

New 2022 Mercedes GLC to rival Audi Q5 and BMW X3 with sleek new look
The next-generation Mercedes GLC SUV will get S-Class tech and our exclusive images preview how it could look when it arrives in mid-2022
Toyota Proace and Proace Verso updated with more kit

Toyota Proace and Proace Verso updated with more kit
Toyota’s Proace panel van and Proace Verso people carrier have been fitted with more generous amount of standard equipment
'Get your fill of combustion fun while you still can'

'Get your fill of combustion fun while you still can'
Steve Fowler thinks we should enjoy the pleasures of internal combustion motoring before it becomes extinct
New commemorative Jaguar E-Type 60 Editions unveiled

New commemorative Jaguar E-Type 60 Editions unveiled
The restored special edition Jaguar E-Types celebrate the iconic sports car’s 60th anniversary – and they’ll be sold exclusively as a duo
190mph Bentley Bentayga Speed SUV updated for 2020

190mph Bentley Bentayga Speed SUV updated for 2020
The Bentley Bentayga Speed - the world’s fastest SUV - gets a cosmetic makeover inside and out, but the W12 engine's thunderous performance remains un…
New 2020 BMW 545e PHEV: specs, details and prototype drive

New 2020 BMW 545e PHEV: specs, details and prototype drive
The facelifted BMW 5 Series gets a new six-cylinder plug-in hybrid 545e option, and we’ve been for a short spin to get a feel for the new drivetrain
Number of public rapid EV chargers up 363% in five years

Number of public rapid EV chargers up 363% in five years
UK rapid EV charger numbers grow to meet increased demand of electric cars
New Suzuki Ignis facelift revealed with improved hybrid powertrain

New Suzuki Ignis facelift revealed with improved hybrid powertrain
The dinky Suzuki Ignis crossover has been given a subtle facelift, with a handful of cosmetic tweaks and a revamped hybrid powertrain
New 2020 Audi S3 Sportback blasts in with 306bhp

New 2020 Audi S3 Sportback blasts in with 306bhp
Audi’s latest hot hatch keeps four-cylinder power but turns up the wick and level of standard tech
Entire Volkswagen line-up updated for 2021

Entire Volkswagen line-up updated for 2021
Volkswagen has revised its complete range of vehicles for 2021, adding new engines, fresh tech and its latest MIB3 infotainment system
New 2021 Lexus UX 300e electric SUV on sale now with 196-mile range

New 2021 Lexus UX 300e electric SUV on sale now with 196-mile range
The Lexus UX 300e crossover is the brand's first all-electric car, and is available to order now priced from £43,900
New Maserati Quattroporte Trofeo launched with 572bhp

New Maserati Quattroporte Trofeo launched with 572bhp
Maserati has shoehorned a 572bhp 3.8-litre V8 engine under the bonnet of its flag-bearing Quattroporte limousine
Hot Maserati Levante Trofeo SUV updated for 2020

Hot Maserati Levante Trofeo SUV updated for 2020
The 572bhp Maserati Levante Trofeo SUV gets a subtle range of cosmetic and technology improvements
Hyundai reveals new Ioniq electric car sub-brand

Hyundai reveals new Ioniq electric car sub-brand
The Ioniq sub-brands's first all-electric model will be the Ioniq 5 - a production version of the 45 concept
'Cars should be the stars, but for a few days the industry became all about the people'

'Cars should be the stars, but for a few days the industry became all about the people'
Mike Rutherford looks back at late July 2020 when the global automotive managerial merry-go-round went into overdrive
Midday on Mondays is most popular time to buy a car

Midday on Mondays is most popular time to buy a car
Data from BuyaCar shows that people like to buy cars between late morning and mid-afternoon on Mondays
“Tesla is now the hunted instead of the hunter”

“Tesla is now the hunted instead of the hunter”
Chief reviewer Sean Carson thinks Tesla can’t afford to rest on its laurels at the top of the electric car tree with the likes of Audi, BMW and Merced…
DS range to expand to six models by 2022

DS range to expand to six models by 2022
PSA’s premium brand DS is expected to treble its model range in just a couple of years, Auto Express can reveal.
250bhp Mazda 3 Turbo variant not coming to the UK

250bhp Mazda 3 Turbo variant not coming to the UK
Hotter 250bhp turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine lands in Mazda 3 family hatch, but European sales won’t happen
Jim Farley to replace Jim Hackett as Ford’s CEO and President

Jim Farley to replace Jim Hackett as Ford’s CEO and President
Hackett has retired from his leadership position after just three years at the helm and is succeeded by Farley, the brand’s acting COO
Volkswagen e-Beetle, e-Golf Classic and e-Safari trademark applications hint at electric classic car conversations

Volkswagen e-Beetle, e-Golf Classic and e-Safari trademark applications hint at electric classic car conversations
Trademark applications suggest mode classic EV conversions will follow the converted Volkswagen Samba Bus and Electric Beetle Cabrio revealed last yea…
Mercedes me smartphone companion apps updated for 2020

Mercedes me smartphone companion apps updated for 2020
All three Mercedes me apps now just need one login, and all three get a new look too