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Exports fuel growth in UK car production during April

Exports fuel growth in UK car production during April

Output grew for the third consecutive month as supply shortages ease.

By James Fossdyke 1m ago

Stellantis preparing all-new premium electric SUV for 2025

Stellantis preparing all-new premium electric SUV for 2025

The parent company of Jeep, Dodge, and Alfa Romeo will invest €160 million to make it happen.

By Brian Potter 02 June 2023

UK commercial vehicle production up in best April since 2010

UK commercial vehicle production up in best April since 2010

The SMMT expects output to grow further in 2022 as supply chain constraints ease.

By James Fossdyke 02 June 2023

Range Rover Velar to transform into redesigned EV by 2025

Range Rover Velar to transform into redesigned EV by 2025

Yet another luxurious, off-road-ready SUV is going to arrive as a fully electric model sooner rather than later.

By Brian Potter 31 May 2023

The second-gen Tesla Roadster isn't coming anytime soon, Musk confirms

The second-gen Tesla Roadster isn't coming anytime soon, Musk confirms

Clearly, the low-volume Roadster is not a priority for Tesla.

By Brian Potter 30 May 2023

New Mazda CX-5 planned, could launch in 2025 with hybrid powertrain

New Mazda CX-5 planned, could launch in 2025 with hybrid powertrain

The CX-5 would be sold alongside the CX-50, CX-70, and CX-90 in Mazda's showrooms.

By Brian Potter 30 May 2023

Tesla Cybertruck was “a tough product to design,” says Elon Musk

Tesla Cybertruck was “a tough product to design,” says Elon Musk

It's even harder to build, according to the company’s CEO.

By Brian Potter 25 May 2023

Ford 3-row electric SUV coming in 2025 with 350 miles of range

Ford 3-row electric SUV coming in 2025 with 350 miles of range

The upcoming model is likely the Explorer-sized EV Ford will build in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.

By Brian Potter 23 May 2023

Alpine, Lotus end partnership on future electric sports car project

Alpine, Lotus end partnership on future electric sports car project

There could be some collaboration in other areas, however.

By Brian Potter 23 May 2023

Could the BMW Concept Touring Coupe be headed for low-volume production?

Could the BMW Concept Touring Coupe be headed for low-volume production?

According to the BMW Group’s Design boss, customers have already expressed interest.

By Brandon Turkus 21 May 2023

Nissan confirms Leaf successor will be made in UK from 2026

Nissan confirms Leaf successor will be made in UK from 2026

Expected to be a crossover coupe inspired by the Chill-Out concept, the Nissan Leaf successor will be made in Sunderland.

By Dan Mihalascu 20 May 2023

See how 2024 Lamborghini Revuelto is built in behind-the-scenes video

See how 2024 Lamborghini Revuelto is built in behind-the-scenes video

The automaker puts every electric motor through a load test that simulates the Nardò circuit.

By Brian Potter 19 May 2023

Watch Tesla Model Y in Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red at Giga Texas

Watch Tesla Model Y in Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red at Giga Texas

Does this mean the two special colours will be applied to US-made vehicles?

By Brian Potter 18 May 2023

Musk estimates Tesla could sell 250,000-500,000 Cybertrucks yearly

Musk estimates Tesla could sell 250,000-500,000 Cybertrucks yearly

"We'll make as many as people want and can afford," Musk said, adding that it will be hard to make the cost affordable.

By Brian Potter 18 May 2023

Tesla Roadster "hopefully" entering production in 2024: Elon Musk

Tesla Roadster "hopefully" entering production in 2024: Elon Musk

The CEO said Tesla expects to complete the engineering and design of the next-gen Tesla Roadster this year.

By Brian Potter 18 May 2023

Mercedes to launch new electric van platform, expand camper lineup

Mercedes to launch new electric van platform, expand camper lineup

The first models to ride on the VAN.EA architecture launch in 2026.

By Brian Potter 17 May 2023

Honda to stop making petrol powered lawn mowers this September

Honda to stop making petrol powered lawn mowers this September

It indicated supply chain issues, and the growth of battery-powered lawn equipment led to this decision.

By Brian Potter 15 May 2023

Fully electric Jeep Wrangler reportedly not coming until 2027

Fully electric Jeep Wrangler reportedly not coming until 2027

Although an electric Wrangler is confirmed, Jeep is focused on its Avenger, Recon and Wagoneer EVs for now.

By Brian Potter 15 May 2023

Lamborghini Huracan no longer available, remaining production sold out

Lamborghini Huracan no longer available, remaining production sold out

The naturally aspirated V10 supercar will be discontinued in 2024.

By Brian Potter 12 May 2023

Shooting at Mercedes EQS plant in Germany results in two deaths

Shooting at Mercedes EQS plant in Germany results in two deaths

A 53-year-old man opened fire in a production hall this morning, killing two people; no one else was hurt.

By Brian Potter 12 May 2023

Watch how Tesla tests its cars in extreme heat

Watch how Tesla tests its cars in extreme heat

A new official video shows how engineers push the EVs to their limits in temperatures over 50 degrees Celsius.

By Brian Potter 12 May 2023

Tesla denies rumours about new Model 3 production starting soon

Tesla denies rumours about new Model 3 production starting soon

While we've known Tesla's Project Highland has been underway for some time, Tesla China says the rumoured production isn't happening.

By Brian Potter 11 May 2023

McLaren confirms new hybrid V8 for future high-performance supercars

McLaren confirms new hybrid V8 for future high-performance supercars

The company Ricardo will handle manufacturing the engine for McLaren.

By Brian Potter 10 May 2023

Mercedes CLS production to end in August

Mercedes CLS production to end in August

No replacement in sight.

By Brian Potter 09 May 2023

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