One of Skoda's 'simply clever' features is doors which conceal umbrellas
The Czech firm is proud of the practical features hidden in its cars – and it's trying to find new ones for the digital age
Potential tie-up would create industry giant worth around £40bn, sources claim an official announcement will be made on Thursday
XC40 Recharge is Volvo's first fully electric model
Google-developed software used in the new XC40 Recharge is based on Android OS and allows third-party apps
CEO Bernhard Maier also hinted that the Czech brand is interested in producing smaller, entry-level cars
Early adopter of electric power has been refined rather than reinvented
BorgWarner's electric Ariel Nomad
Engineering giant BorgWarner fits 268bhp twin-motor EV drivetrain into British-built off-roader to highlight new tech
New models, Chinese growth and cost-cutting drive help British firm to bounce back from recent heavy losses
Eighth-generation Golf isn't as future-orientated as the ID 3, but this is to the new car's advantage
Double F1 champ will contest gruelling endurance epic in Saudi Arabia in works-run Hilux
Subaru Levorg
Subaru previews second-generation of its AWD estate, with promise of 'grand touring' driver pleasure and comfort
S version of Alpine's Porsche Cayman rival gets more power and bespoke suspensions settings for a more focused feel
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