How could a modern-spec electric car ever adhere to the spirit of the original Beetle?
An electric new-age Beetle wouldn't fit the mould of the original, so it's reassuring that a retro revival is off the cards
Reborn Volkswagen Beetle was one of the 'emotional' cars mooted under ex-CEO Diess
Volkswagen Golf, Passat and Tiguan due EV comeback, but ID Buzz is as retrospective as VW will go
The EV9, available later this year, is a riposte to the trend of aero dictating EV design
Brain behind Kia's Opposites United design philosophy explains why traditional 4x4 days are numbered
Rolls-Royce has been building cars in Sussex since 2003
British ultra-luxury brand remains "committed to Goodwood" factory despite expected increases in export costs
Relegating key functions to the touchscreen "frustrated customers who shouldn't be frustrated"
Boss Thomas Schäfer points to the all-new control layout of the Tiguan's cabin as a statement of VW's intent
HiPhi X (pictured) will be followed by the Z grand tourer and the Y crossover revealed at the Shanghai motor show
Chinese electric car brand's European launch begins with X SUV and Z grand tourer
The electric Sandero will be Dacia's first full-sized EV
Renault-owned brand's first full-size EV won't target a long range or rapid charging but affordability
The heavily reworked prototype looks to be an almost entirely bespoke creation
Extreme aerodynamics and race-spec chassis for one-off prototype, with an eye on Volkswagen ID R's record
After Audi Sport boss revealed an "even stronger" RS6 is inbound, new spy shots give clues what to expect
Crossover ditches physical controls for Range Rover's 11.4in touchscreen; on sale now from £44,790
The new Spectre made its European debut at Villa d’Este in Italy last week
Torsten Müller-Ötvös says firm "might exit batteries" but rules out hydrogen combustion
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