BMW X8 M render
New X8 M will head up M range with 600bhp
Business

BMW plots major expansion of M performance range

Limited-run models and petrol-electric powertrains on the cards as performance division eyes more diverse line-up

1 July 2019
BMW plots major expansion of M performance range
Business

Mercedes-Benz to launch A250e plug-in hybrid hatchback

Petrol-electric A-Class will gain 101bhp electric motor; performance expected to mirror that of existing A250

28 June 2019
Mercedes-Benz to launch A250e plug-in hybrid hatchback
Business

Ionity to expand EV fast charger network at Extra services

350kW fast chargers to be installed at eight of Extra's motorway service stations

28 June 2019
Ionity to expand EV fast charger network at Extra services
Diesel pump fill-up
Diesel’s main problem is buyers’ concerns about its emissions
Business

Analysis: Why new car buyers are ditching diesel for hybrids and EVs

Over one third of prospective new car buyers expected to opt for some form of electrification

28 June 2019
Analysis: Why new car buyers are ditching diesel for hybrids and EVs
Business

Vauxhall set to build next-generation Astra at Ellesmere Port

UK factory set to remain the home of the long-running hatchback – but the deal depends on Brexit negotiations

27 June 2019
Vauxhall set to build next-generation Astra at Ellesmere Port
Ford Mach E render
What we think Ford's Mustang-inspired electric crossover will look like
Business

Ford to launch three new model names by 2024 in Europe

Ford will indirectly replace its larger car range and ditch MPVs in favour of "utility vehicles”, while 12,000 job losses are confirmed

27 June 2019
Ford to launch three new model names by 2024 in Europe
Business

BMW grille debate should focus on 7 Series, says design director

7 Series and X7 stand out from BMW's mainstream models because that's what their buyers want

27 June 2019
BMW grille debate should focus on 7 Series, says design director
Ford Escort Mk3
Bridgend was originally built to supply engines for the Escort
Business

Analysis: What went wrong at Ford's Bridgend plant?

Ford is shutting its Welsh engine production facility after 40 years. We look at the reasons why

27 June 2019
Analysis: What went wrong at Ford's Bridgend plant?
Business

UK car manufacturing output drops for 12th consecutive month

Latest SMMT figures show that the UK produced over 21,000 less cars in May than in April

27 June 2019
UK car manufacturing output drops for 12th consecutive month
Mini Cooper at Mini's Oxford factory
Mini Cooper is one of the most popular cars exported from Britain
Business

Car industry no-deal Brexit warnings grow stronger

SMMT claims frictionless trade is only way to preserve 'just-in-time' business model

26 June 2019
Car industry no-deal Brexit warnings grow stronger

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