Motoring
All Motoring Posts
Ultra-rare Porsche Carrera GT and Ferrari 512 BB heading to auction
Two rare classic supercars have been revealed as the stars of the show at Silverstone Auctions’ dedicated Porsche and Ferrari sales next month.
Smart motorways used to boost road capacity
Millions of motorists stuck in queues during the bank holiday getaway will wish there was less congestion on motorways.
Ninety-nine per cent of fuel theft goes unpunished in the UK
About 99 per cent of fuel thefts go unpunished according to new research that indicates the cost to victims is about £9m per year.
UK van drivers pay almost £600,000 for loading bay fines each year
UK van drivers have been hit by loading bay fines worth more than £1.7 million in the past three years.
Lynk & Co 03 Cyan Concept ‘breaks two Nurburgring lap records’
Chinese car start-up Lynk & Co claims to have broken two lap record at the Nurburgring Nordschleife in Germany.
Porsche reveals Taycan interior with a heavy screen presence
Porsche has revealed the interior of its new all-electric luxury car will be a screen-laden tech-fest inspired by classic 911 sports cars.
Cupra gives first glimpse at interior of upcoming EV concept
Cupra has offered a first look at its upcoming Concept’s interior ahead of a full reveal at next month’s Frankfurt Motor Show.
Updated Citroen C3 appeals to buyers’ desire for upmarket features
Citroen has revealed a raft of upgrades for it C3 supermini, aimed at simplifying the range and emphasising its most popular trims.
Opel to electrify rally stages with Corsa-e racer
Vauxhall sister brand Opel has revealed a new all-electric rally car that’s set to hit the stage next year.
Night Eagle trim revealed for Jeep Renegade and Compass
Jeep has brought a darker side to its Renegade and Compass ranges with new Night Eagle grades.
Hyundai teases 1970s-inspired all-electric ‘45’ concept
Hyundai has teased a retro-inspired all-electric concept that it says will demonstrate the firm’s focus on the future of car design.
First Drive: Skoda’s Kamiq targets the top of the compact SUV segment
What is it? In case you hadn’t noticed, SUVs are big business now. Hatchbacks and small estates continue to be shunned in favour of compact off-roaders and crossovers – and Skoda is a company well aware of this. It’s why it has now bolstered its SUV line-up with this – the new Kamiq – which sits alongside the Karoq and Kodiaq in the firm’s range of high-riders.
Volvo S60 range bolstered with new trim and plug-in hybrid powertrain
Volvo has broadened the appeal of its S60 range, with a plug-in hybrid powertrain now available alongside a range-topping specification.
Porsche shares first teaser image of all-electric Taycan’s interior
Porsche has teased the interior of its first all-electric model, with the car set to be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month.
First Drive: The Ssangyong Korando is an alternative choice in a competitive crossover market
What is it? Ssangyong may only be the third-most-popular car manufacturer to come from South Korea, but the firm is slowly edging its way towards the mainstream with a new set of more refined and well-equipped vehicles. And here is its challenger for the ever-booming crossover market, the Korando.
Rolls-Royce Cullinan gets bespoke Fux Orange treatment
Rolls-Royce has revealed a one-off Cullinan, finished in bespoke Fux Orange for one of its most prized clients.
The new Audi RS6 Avant is a 592bhp mild-hybrid monster
Audi has revealed the latest variant of its RS6 Avant, with the performance estate benefitting from mild-hybrid technology for the first time.
Limited-edition hardcore Hyundai i30 Project C revealed – but UK won’t get it
Hyundai has upgraded its i30 N hot hatch for a limited-run model that’s lighter, lower and more capable — but it won’t be sold in the UK.
UK drive: The Toyota Supra is a compelling newcomer to the sports car market
What is it? The story behind the new Toyota Supra is well-told, but here’s a quick catch-up for those who haven’t heard: Toyota wanted to build a new Supra with an inline-six-cylinder engine like the old one, but didn’t want to make its own all-new model. It approached BMW to see if it could use the German firm’s engine, and the pair ended up co-developing a pair of sports cars in the form of the BMW Z4 convertible and Toyota’s coupe.
Mercedes-Benz reveals all-electric EQV MPV
Mercedes-Benz has revealed the second model in its all-electric EQ range in the form of the EQV.
Ford cars top target for West Midlands thieves this year
Thieves in the West Midlands are targeting Ford vehicles most commonly this year, according to new data.
Jaguar Land Rover developing 3D in-car technology
Jaguar Land Rover has announced that it is developing a next-generation head-up display technology which would allow passengers to stream 3D movies and beam real-time safety information to the driver.
Nearly £700m worth of uninsured cars saved from scrapheap in 10 years
Nearly £700 million worth of uninsured cars have been rescued from the crusher over the past decade, new figures have revealed.
Aston Martin teases upcoming DBX in new video
A new glimpse at Aston Martin’s upcoming DBX has been offered in a fresh video.
JCB puts its first all-electric excavator into production
The first all-electric excavators from JCB have rolled off the production line and been delivered to customers.
Ford announces creation of first esports team ahead of Gamescom convention
Carmaker Ford has announced plans to expand its racing presence to virtual tracks for the first team through the creation of its own esports team.
Is it a bike? Is it a plane? Bizarre-looking vehicle stopped on motorway
Police have described stopping one of the strangest vehicles seen on Britain’s roads – a motorbike gaffer-taped to a look like a boat.
Mercedes sparks more life into A and B Class with plug-in hybrid models
Mercedes has unveiled a pair of plug-in hybrid versions of its popular A and B Class models.
Bugatti reveals 1,578bhp Centodieci in tribute to iconic EB110
Bugatti has revealed the Centodieci, a modern interpretation of the EB110, one of its most iconic models.
Drivers stung by insurance policy excesses rising above inflation
The average cost of compulsory car insurance excesses has risen well above the rate of inflation since 2012, new research has found.
