Tech, development and manufacturing

Yamaha showcases new electric motor for 'hyper EVs'

Japanese bike and engine manufacturer to offer 469bhp electric unit for customer use

12 April 2021
Yamaha showcases new electric motor for 'hyper EVs'
New cars

Updated 2021 Lexus ES to make debut at Shanghai motor show

BMW 5 Series rival is due a mid-life refresh; expect improved efficiency and a more refined ride

12 April 2021
Updated 2021 Lexus ES to make debut at Shanghai motor show
New cars

Ford Ranger gains new Stormtrak and Wolftrak limited editions

Bespoke styling for pair of limited-run Ranger variants, arriving in UK dealerships in the autumn

12 April 2021
Ford Ranger gains new Stormtrak and Wolftrak limited editions
Motorsport

Bentley details 750bhp-plus Continental GT3 Pikes Peak racer

Heavily uprated Conti GT is running at least 738lb ft of torque, with “even higher levels” promised during the race itself

12 April 2021
Bentley details 750bhp-plus Continental GT3 Pikes Peak racer
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E-scooter schemes are revolutionising urban transport
Environment and energy

Inside the Industry: How urban e-scooters are riding the zeitgeist

Car makers are watching closely as predicted mass adoptions could cut traffic by 50%

12 April 2021
Inside the Industry: How urban e-scooters are riding the zeitgeist
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The Ghost’s V12 sends 563bhp to the rear wheels
Used car buying guides

Used car buying guide: Rolls-Royce Ghost

A Rolls-Royce should never be bought on a whim, but if you can afford the upkeep, a previously owned Ghost makes for a fine way to travel

12 April 2021
Used car buying guide: Rolls-Royce Ghost
Technology

Under the skin: The featherweight battery that could revolutionise EVs

Scientists believe that massless energy storage, whereby the car’s body acts as a battery, could reduce the weight of an EV by 50%

12 April 2021
Under the skin: The featherweight battery that could revolutionise EVs
Electric cars

Mini plans Minor revival, new EV hot hatch and larger SUV

Brand’s EV reinvention includes a smaller hatch, larger Countryman and new MPV, as brand turns electric only

12 April 2021
Mini plans Minor revival, new EV hot hatch and larger SUV
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Many fuel stations did well last year as more people shopped locally
Electric cars

Analysis: What future is there for rural petrol stations?

Fuel forecourts face being left behind amid the rollout of EV charging infrastructure

12 April 2021
Analysis: What future is there for rural petrol stations?
Formula E

Vergne and Vandoorne win Rome Formula E double header

All the talking points from Rome: A win apiece for the Frenchman and Belgian, while Brits Sam Bird and Alexander Sims grab a podium spot each

11 April 2021
Vergne and Vandoorne win Rome Formula E double header

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