70mph limit
Transport minister Tom Fraser introduced the limit for a trial period
From the archive

On this week in 1965: 70mph limit imposed on UK motorways

We take a look at the voices for and against an issue that remains contentious to this day

8 December 2023
On this week in 1965: 70mph limit imposed on UK motorways
New cars

Next-generation Nissan Qashqai EV to match current pricing

Family crossover will go electric yet remain built in UK; designed with focus on aerodynamics

8 December 2023
Next-generation Nissan Qashqai EV to match current pricing
93 ev charger suppliers under scrutiny podpoint
PodPoint recently switched focus from fast public devices to home and workplace charging
Tech, development and manufacturing

EV charger companies switch tactics in search for elusive profits

Companies are looking at new business models as shaky medium-term profit outlooks leave investors spooked

8 December 2023
Autocar Business
EV charger companies switch tactics in search for elusive profits
Ample charging
The system will initially be rolled out in Madrid next year
New cars

Stellantis to introduce battery swap stations from 2024

Car-making giant partners with battery manufacturer to develop subscription-only sites

7 December 2023
Stellantis to introduce battery swap stations from 2024
Bugatti 57 One of One front three quarter
The 57 One of One was commissioned by an American customer
New cars

Bugatti Chiron one-off nods to legendary Type 57 Atlantic

Tribute to 1934 car features bespoke detailing both inside and out; is one of the last Chirons to be produced

7 December 2023
Bugatti Chiron one-off nods to legendary Type 57 Atlantic
Electric motor
Rotor (left) is spun by stator (right) to generate power
Technology

How to reduce rare metals in electric cars

Magnet developed by Iron Magnetics claims to be twice as effective while being 75% more sustainable

7 December 2023
How to reduce rare metals in electric cars
Formula 1 start shot Brazil 2023
F1's technical chief said the sport is "committed to promoting sustainability”
F1

F1 to investigate hydrogen power for future motorsport use

F1 technical chiefs form new working group with FIA and officials from new Extreme H hydrogen racing category

7 December 2023
F1 to investigate hydrogen power for future motorsport use
Petrol stations lead
Today there are 8400 independent stations and BP reckons there’s still a 25% contraction to come
Features

What happens to petrol stations when every car is electric?

The rise of EVs is causing demand for petrol and diesel to drop - we ask how small, rural businesses are adapting

7 December 2023
What happens to petrol stations when every car is electric?
2024 Skoda Enyaq vRS blue
The sporty Enyaq vRS (pictured) has received a 40bhp boost, pushing its total output to 335bhp
New cars

2024 Skoda Enyaq gains range and performance upgrades

Upgraded electric SUV is fastest and most powerful road-going Skoda yet; range boosted to 340 miles

7 December 2023
2024 Skoda Enyaq gains range and performance upgrades
ACbusiness Powerlist 1600x1060 EP2
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Autocar Business

Power List 100 podcast: The top automotive disruptors (ep.2)

Episode two of all-new podcast takes a look at the people and companies shaking up the industry

6 December 2023
Power List 100 podcast: The top automotive disruptors (ep.2)

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