Lexus RZ one motion grip
'One Motion Grip' now uses 200deg steering ratio instead of 150deg
New cars

Toyota to begin steer-by-wire production in 2024

'One Motion Grip' system is set to be offered initially on the Toyota bZ4X and Lexus RZ

31 October 2023
Toyota to begin steer-by-wire production in 2024
Mazda UK range front 2
Mazda is keen to continue using combustion engines, especially to extend the range of its EVs
Environment and energy

Mazda UK boss: Pragmatic 2035 ICE ban a relief for car buyers

Jeremy Thomson says the postponement will not change the pace at which electric cars are bought

31 October 2023
Mazda UK boss: Pragmatic 2035 ICE ban a relief for car buyers
toyota prius 2023 front quarter
Design overhaul brings Prius closer to the ground and extends wheelbase
New cars

Exclusive: New Toyota Prius will go on sale in UK

Hybrid front-runner was originally removed from the market due to demand for SUVs

30 October 2023
Exclusive: New Toyota Prius will go on sale in UK
Mercedes G Class climbing
V8-engined Mercedes-AMG G63 will be offered with a ‘kinetic’ suspension set-up
New cars

First ride: 2024 Mercedes-AMG G63

Revised off-roader gets semi-active suspension option in G63 guise; due next year

30 October 2023
First ride: 2024 Mercedes-AMG G63
Volkswagen Golf GTI front three quarter
The Mk8.5 Golf is due to be revealed early next year
New cars

Volkswagen Golf GTI gets major overhaul for final petrol outing

More power, chassis upgrade and cabin revamp mark petrol hot hatch swansong

30 October 2023
Volkswagen Golf GTI gets major overhaul for final petrol outing
Lexus UX manual gearbox dashboard
Lexus UX 300e is modified with Toyota GR86 pedals and gearshifter, plus rev counter
New cars

Driven: Toyota's manual gearbox for electric cars

New software-based system aims to offer more driver involvement. Is it more than a gimmick?

30 October 2023
Driven: Toyota's manual gearbox for electric cars
BMW digital
BMW says this digitalisation approach is not at odds with its focus on producing the ‘ultimate driving machines’
Car sales

How BMW is using digital to target next generation of customers

Behind the scenes, the Munich firm is making seismic changes to its sales and marketing approach

30 October 2023
Autocar Business
How BMW is using digital to target next generation of customers
Recruitment

Industry digest: Skills challenges are now a board agenda item

There is a commercial upside for automotive businesses who invest in upskilling – an increase in annual turnover of around 3%

30 October 2023
Autocar Business
Industry digest: Skills challenges are now a board agenda item
Renault Clio E-Tech front three quarters
All-new hybrid system combines the very best of petrol and electric
Advertising promotions

Renault Clio E-Tech full hybrid: an icon re-energised

With compelling style, advanced connectivity and an all-new hybrid system offering up to 550 miles* of range on one tank, Renault’s beloved hatchback is better than ever

29 October 2023
Renault Clio E-Tech full hybrid: an icon re-energised
Ferrari 296 Challenge front right three quarter
The 296 Challenge was presented at the 2023 Ferrari Finali
New cars

Ferrari 296 Challenge is 690bhp V6 customer racer

Firm’s latest racer ditches road car’s hybrid powertrain and is much quicker than V8-engined 488 Challenge

29 October 2023
Ferrari 296 Challenge is 690bhp V6 customer racer

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