one of the most renowned Ford models of the past 40 years, the RS200, has been reimagined by the company’s European design team to tie in with a new book revealing some of the company’s many secret projects. Mid-engined, four-wheel drive and turbocharged, the RS200 was conceived as Ford’s rally challenger for the all-conquering Audi […]
Air-conditioning systems have a bigger impact on fuel economy in hybrids than in petrol and diesel models, according to research by Emissions Analytics. Testing at the data service’s Los Angeles facility revealed driving a hybrid with the air-con on full reduces mpg by an average of 6.1 per cent, compared to just 3.8 per cent […]
regional councils are requiring much more funding for roads under their control, after an analysis exposed motorways as well as major A-roads are getting 52 times much more funding on a mile-per-mile basis. The regional government association (LGA), which represents 349 English councils, discovered the government plans to spend £1.1million per mile to preserve the […]
brand loyalty may be a thing of the past for the automotive sector, as the continuing shortage of new and used cars drives buyers to abandon their much-loved manufacturers. The ongoing semiconductor shortage is making it very tough for makers to build new cars, which has also led to boosted demand for used models. As […]
Hyundai will soon throw its weight behind the advanced air mobility (AAM) sector, with plans to launch an electric flying automobile in 2028. The company will then expand the segment during the 2030s, with the goal of creating a new ride-hailing service based around the tech. The company’s new aircraft will have vertical take-off and […]
For the first time in its history, Jaguar will be allowing buyers to drive some of the most distinct models in its classic heritage collection. the Jaguar Heritage Driving Experience includes models such as the Le Mans D-Type racing car, various E-Types, and the XKSS from the 1950s. There is also the option to drive the new […]
Lotus could be cutting as lots of as 325 jobs at its Hethel site in Norfolk. It’s all part of a restructuring and cost-cutting exercise at the company created to create a solid foundation for future growth. Recently instated as CEO of Lotus, Jean-Marc Gales said: “We have worked very hard to avoid the need […]
Our spy professional photographers have found a heavily-camouflaged prototype of the next-gen Mercedes E-Class undergoing testing on the continent. This is our very first look at the forthcoming executive saloon’s new bodywork, as well as in spite of the disguise, it’s remove the BMW 5-Series as well as Jaguar XF rival will much more or […]
Rumours of the demise of the Honda Accord from our shores have been circulating for a while. and it seems the Japanese firm has officially taken the drastic step to withdraw the automobile from its European line-up early next year, with no replacement expected. Honda UK has confirmed stories that the Accord name will disappear […]
first revealed at the 2018 new York motor Show, the facelifted Hyundai Tucson SUV is set to be used with a 48v mild-hybrid diesel powertrain when it is launched this summer. The use of 48v tech is a first for the brand, which claims that it will minimize fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by up […]