Ford Ka cornering - front
Around £1000 buys a leggy but likeable Ford Ka from 2009
Used cars

James Ruppert: with small cars, choose substance over style

A run-of-the-mill small hatch is the answer to many questions, but beware of brand appeal

3 September 2019
James Ruppert: with small cars, choose substance over style
Confidential

Autocar confidential: Alfa plots next-gen Giulia, Pininfarina's usable hypercar and more

Our reporters empty their notebooks to round up a week in gossip from across the automotive industry

3 September 2019
Autocar confidential: Alfa plots next-gen Giulia, Pininfarina's usable hypercar and more
New cars

BMW M4 Edition M Heritage edition celebrates racing history

75 UK-bound cars will see bespoke M-Sport inspired colours as a limited-run special, but 444bhp straight-six is unchanged

2 September 2019
BMW M4 Edition M Heritage edition celebrates racing history
Advertising promotions

Promoted | Want to drive the new CUPRA Ateca?

We’re giving you the chance to try out the new performance SUV that we called “a compelling option that mixes performance kicks with crossover practicality”

2 September 2019
Promoted | Want to drive the new CUPRA Ateca?
Slideshow

The fastest production cars in the world

As the Bugatti Chiron breaks the production car speed record, we look at all the world's fastest cars

2 September 2019
The fastest production cars in the world
Honda bikes

Promoted | Honda CB650R: Performance meets style

The latest star of Honda’s Neo Sport’s range blends standout looks, track-honed power and a more refined ride for easier everyday riding

2 September 2019
Promoted | Honda CB650R: Performance meets style
Volkswagen ID R
Volkswagen ID R
Motorsport

Volkswagen ID R establishes record on Chinese hillclimb

Pikes Peak and Nurburgring record breaker showcases forthcoming ID electric car range in China

2 September 2019
Volkswagen ID R establishes record on Chinese hillclimb
Alfa Romeo GTV - front
When cornering, the GTV’s rear wheels turn slightly before realigning themselves with the fronts as centrifugal forces increase
Used cars

Used car buying guide: Alfa Romeo GTV

The Alfa GTV is a timelessly stylish coupé with real enthusiast appeal, but there are pitfalls to be avoided

2 September 2019
Used car buying guide: Alfa Romeo GTV
Audi torque converter-based gearbox
Torque converter-based gearboxes are the original type of automatic transmission and they’re evolving fast
Technology

Under the skin: How torque converters improve refinement

The original type of automatic gearbox, a torque converter unit can provide the most satisfying acceleration curve

2 September 2019
Under the skin: How torque converters improve refinement
Slideshow

The epic story of the Land Rover Defender

On the eve of the all-new Defender being unveiled, Autocar takes a look at the model's 71-year history

1 September 2019
The epic story of the Land Rover Defender

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