The new Kia Stonic breaks cover with a bold new look
Reshaped inside and out, the new Stonic debuts with a confident look inspired by Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy The model is available in both ICE and MHEV powertrain options…
Ampere’s Cléon plant produces its 1,000,000th electric motor as it prepares to deliver on Alpine’s sportiness
Pioneering in motor electrification, Ampere’s Cléon plant inaugurates a new production line for the 7DL twin motor, the brand-new rear motor unit of the Alpine A390. It embodies French performance,…
Motor Parts Direct orders 300 new Renault Kangoo vans to support nationwide growth
Motor Parts Direct orders 300 new Renault Kangoo vans to support nationwide growth Motor Parts Direct expands and refreshes its delivery fleet with 300 Renault Kangoo vans Award-winning Kangoo chosen…
The Magnificent Seven
Start Rescue is a Which? Recommended Provider again Seven years in succession as a recommended UK Breakdown Provider Best overall score from customers surveyed “Small brand, big results” Start Rescue…
Santana Motors announces the appointment of Enrique Lorenzana as Chief Commercial Officer to lead its international expansion
Santana Motors, the historic 4×4 and off-road vehicle manufacturer founded in 1956, has named Enrique Lorenzana as its new Chief Commercial Officer. His arrival marks a decisive step in the…
Phantom at 100: Rolls-Royce reflects on places and moments that shaped Phantom’s first century
Rolls-Royce celebrates locations and moments that influenced Phantom’s evolution A 100-year odyssey, taking in Côte d’Azur, London, Sussex and the Australian Outback Highlights key individuals and landmarks in Phantom’s technical…
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presented with a GRAMMY – live on stage at the Royal Albert Hall
Last night (Wednesday 24th September), the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) was presented with a GRAMMY Award – in front of a packed house at the Royal Albert Hall, on the opening night of the RPO’s 2025/26…
30 years of the Škoda Museum: home to the company’s storied history
Since its initial opening in 1995, the Škoda Museum in Mladá Boleslav has welcomed more than four million visitors Exhibitions provide detailed insights into highlights of Škoda’s 130-year history and…
Steve Fowler launches Carblah “It’s like Tripadvisor for cars”
The UK’s first dedicated car review site written by owners Real reviews of real cars written by real people A new rich source of insight for consumers and industry Tuesday…
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles commends Britain’s Fittest Farmers 2025
‘Britain’s Fittest Farmer’ finale sees four category winners crowned Annual fitness contest sparks conversations on the wellbeing of the nation’s farmers Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles sponsors annual challenge, with this year’s…
Aston Martin celebrates 100th FIA World Endurance Championship start as Valkyrie spearheads Fuji assault
Aston Martin Valkyrie to make Far East competition debut in Japan Aston Martin THOR Team aims to capitalise on growing competitiveness of spectacular V12-powered British hypercar Valkyrie chases first top…
MCPURA debuts in Italy: Maserati takes the spotlight at the Turin Auto Show
The Trident’s new super sports car is showcased in both coupé and cabrio versions – the latter named Cielo –to embody the purest expression of elegance and performance in true Maserati…
Farizon SV posts super efficiency stats during Explorer EV Rally 2025
Average of 1,043 miles covered by each of the three demonstrator Farizon SVs over five-day Newquay-to-Cheshire rally Two of the vans beat their official WLTP efficiency figures during real-world driving…
Maserati triumphs in GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli:the Trident dominates in Valencia with Philippe Prette celebrating two overall victories, confirming himself as class champion
Philippe Prette in the number 1 Maserati GT2 has been crowned 2025 champion in the Am Class in the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli, confirming the title he won in…
From pilot fleet to series production: the new BMW iX5 Hydrogen
Technology-open approach as strategic success factor For the first time at BMW: five drivetrain variants in one vehicle HyMoS initiative to promote development of local hydrogen ecosystems Munich. The BMW Group…
The Kia EV4: Europe-tuned innovation for the next generation of electric mobility
The EV4 hatchback marks the beginning of Kia’s electric vehicle production in Europe Dynamic and sophisticated, the EV4 reflects Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, with an advanced interior and distinctive…
Vantage GT3 claims GT World Challenge Sprint Silver Cup crown
Aston Martin Vantage GT3 claims championship title in GT World Challenge Europe Sprint Cup Silver Class Reigning Aston Martin Racing Driver Academy winner Jamie Day graduates with honours alongside fellow…
Guild Award focuses on motorsport specialists
Award recognises Guild members writing about or competing in motorsport Trophy and cash prize to be presented at gala dinner in December Winners also earn tour of sponsor, motorsport 7…
Catherine Baker joins Volkswagen Group UK Board of Management as Director of Aftersales
Catherine Baker takes on responsibility for One Aftersales function from 1 October Replaces Sylvain Charbonnier who will take up a senior role outside the UK Baker brings 30 years of…
New Head of Fleet Sales for Volkswagen UK
Simon Lynch becomes Volkswagen’s new Head of Fleet Sales He succeeds Owen Shepherd, who takes on responsibility for Product and Planning Appointment completes a series of leadership moves in the…
UK Weather Forecast: The Next 24 Hours (Tue 23 Sep → Wed morning)
Currently 43° · Mostly clear London, Greater London, United Kingdom Today 62° 50° Sun giving way to increasing clouds Wednesday 65° 51° Some sunshine giving way to clouds; remaining dry…
YANGWANG U9 Xtreme becomes world’s fastest production car, with top speed of 308.4 mph (496.22km/h)
YANGWANG, the luxury sub-brand of global new-energy vehicle (NEV) leader BYD, has set a new global production-car top-speed record of 496.22km/h (308.4 mph) at the ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg test…
Electric eActros 600 powers the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team’s green push to Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team set a new milestone for long-distance electric trucks by using an all-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 to transport its W16 race cars 673km from its UK…
Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2026 – Victory for Volkswagen’s Perfect Passat
Victory for Volkswagen’s Perfect PassatThe Volkswagen Passat R-Line 2.0 TSI 204PS DSGcrowned victor in theCaravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2026 Awards Embargo: London, 19 September 2025, 16:00:…
Firm favourite: new Elroq continues Škoda’s winning streak with top award from Business Car
New all-electric Škoda Elroq named Medium SUV of the Year by Business Car magazine Judges praise compact SUV’s design, practicality and driving range Elroq is the latest Škoda model to…