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New Porsche 718 GT4 and Spyder revealed with 414bhp flat-six

The 718 GT4, like the Spyder, sits 30mm lower than standard Convertible and coupé share a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre engine, manual-only gearbox and track-focused chassis Porsche’s GT division is shunning the industry-wide trend for downsizing, turbocharging and automation with its two new additions: the 718 Spyder and 718 Cayman GT4. Both cars maintain a naturally […]

Volkswagen ID 3 confirmed as fastest-charging EV hatchback

Renault Zoe rival's lithium-ion batteries given a 100,000-mile warranty Volkswagen has revealed charging and battery details of its upcoming ID 3 electric hatchback, ahead of production getting under way later this year. The ID 3's lithium-ion cells have been designed to allow for a charging capacity of up to 125kW, which puts it ahead of […]

Polestar 1 2019 review

Part petrol and lots of electric, the Polestar 1 is a luxury coupe that's bewilderingly complicated and lots of fun Do you worry that electrification will make all cars the same? Then the Polestar 1 is a reassuring thing: a 600bhp plug-in hybrid with a 2.0-litre supercharged, turbocharged petrol engine with starter/generator, two other electric motors, a […]

Renault reveals second-gen Zoe EV with 242-mile range

Updates prepare Zoe's EV pioneer for increasingly fierce competition from Peugeot, Vauxhall, VW and Honda Subtly restyled Peugeot e-208 rival receives new interior technology and a larger battery pack Renault has revealed the second-generation Zoe hatchback, the successor to Europe’s best-selling electric car. The new model offers an extended 242-mile range and up to 134bhp. […]

Jaguar confirms I-Pace recall for potential brake issue

System failure on 2018 and 2019 models could result in extended stopping distances Jaguar has issued a voluntary global recall notice for its I-Pace electric SUV. Owners of 2018 and early 2019 models have been advised of a fault with the I-Pace’s electrical regenerative braking system, which could result in extended stopping distances. The fault […]

Mini Cooper S 5-door 2019 long-term review

Can the addition two extra doors retain the sense of fun the Mini is best known for? We're finding out over six months Why we’re running it: To discover if the spirit of the iconic 3dr Mini lives on in the 5dr hatch, while also providing a dose of practicality Month 3 - Month 2 […]

LEVC reveals new taxi-based range-extender delivery van

Range-extender van promises 80 miles of electric-only running; order books will open next year LEVC has given the green light to a new delivery van, based on the same range-extender electric vehicle technology as its new London taxi. Based substantially on the same architecture as the new TX black cab, the LCV can manage an electric-only range of around 80 […]

Jordan takes another BTCC double at Croft

Jordan (left) and Smiley BMW racer claims fourth and fifth wins of 2019; fellow 3 Series racer Colin Turkington strengthens title lead Andrew Jordan claimed his fourth and fifth race wins of 2019 in the latest MSA British Touring Car Championship round at Croft, as the new BMW 3 Series continued its stunning start to […]

Toyota wins Le Mans again despite late drama

Alonso, Buemi and Nakajima took victory Fernando Alonso, Sébastien Buemi and Kazuki Nakajima claim glory after late puncture delays sister car Toyota took full advantage of its open goal to win a second consecutive Le Mans 24 Hours on Sunday. But even without opposition in the top LMP1 hybrid class, the Japanese manufacturer offered a […]

Renault to expand EV line-up with multiple bodystyles

A full range of A, B and C-segment electric models by 2022 is brand’s objective, according to Renault EV sales boss Renault intends to launch new at least two new bodystyles of electric models before 2022 as part of its wide-reaching electrification plan, including expected crossover models. During a presentation of the redesigned Renault Zoe, revealed […]

Used car buying guide: Mercedes-Benz CLK 55 AMG

Looking for a solid second-hand German performance coupé? Cast your eye to the other side of Stuttgart The CLK 55 AMG’s subtle good looks make this a performance car bargain for the more discerning buyer All hail the used car market, which has produced another supercar bargain in the shape of the CLK 55 AMG […]

Under the skin: How haptics are making touchscreens safer

Getting a physical haptic response from a touchscreen can make them less distracting to use and even extend their reach to steering wheel controls Fast-developing technology will make button-less interfaces safer to use by providing physical feedback Screens evolved in cars as a means of simplifying the way in which drivers could interact with increasingly […]

BMW X3 M Competition 2019 review

Has many of the dynamic hallmarks of BMW’s best M cars, but lacks a bit of effusive performance charm and SUV-typical dynamic versatility. The BMW X3 M Competition is at once quite a rare and special thing, and also about as common as new performance cars come at the moment; it depends on how you’re minded to […]

BMW X4 M Competition 2019 review

M Division's 503bhp version of the smaller BMW SUV-coupé has striking pace and sporting purpose This is the other new M Division performance SUV – except that BMW prefers to describe the X4 M Competition as a ‘sports activity coupé’. In this case, that means it retains a five-seat interior but has a plunging roofline that trades […]

A day in the life of Britain's exotic car transporters

Rare and expensive cars require bespoke expert care and attention for transportation Shifting expensive supercars is a risky business, and as we discover, not just from a financial point of view Lewis Grimshaw has learned the hard way that whoever takes a car off one of his firm’s transporters should be the person who loaded […]

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