New cars

The unlikely design inspiration for the Lotus Evija

Prior discusses the influence of the Lotus 340R, and just how feasible is mega-miling a car?

18 November 2023
The unlikely design inspiration for the Lotus Evija
Polestar 4
The new Polestar 4 electric SUV will arrive in the UK next year
Business

Editor's letter: Polestar shows how tough being a start-up can be

Volvo spin-off brand has spent more than $1.5 billion (£1.2bn) on day-to-day operations in 2023 alone

17 November 2023
Autocar Business
Editor's letter: Polestar shows how tough being a start-up can be
Matt Prior opinion
Motorists are finding some of the latest safety features, that will have to be fitted, annoying
New cars

Why EU law makers should be careful what they wish for

In-car safety systems are getting more intrusive, and firms are vilified if they don't fit them - does the public care?

11 November 2023
Why EU law makers should be careful what they wish for
Retail and finance

Editor's letter: Discounting is back with a vengeance

Look closer and you will see that there's plenty of smoke and mirrors at play

10 November 2023
Autocar Business
Editor's letter: Discounting is back with a vengeance
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Yamaha OX99-11 pre-dates other F1-inspired road cars but never really worked
New cars

A love for dead-on-arrival Yamahas and V8 desirability

Prior recounts an obsession with Yamaha's OX99-11 and its modern equivalent; is amazed at the V8's longevity

4 November 2023
A love for dead-on-arrival Yamahas and V8 desirability
Alpine A110R carbonfibre wheel
Alpine A110R feels especially feathery – could this be down to its lightweight wheels?
New cars

Are carbonfibre wheels actually worth it?

Lighter wheels bring tangible benefits to handling, but there are more user-friendly materials

28 October 2023
Are carbonfibre wheels actually worth it?
Mazda UK range side
Mazda currently sells only one EV: the MX-30
Electric vehicles

Editor's letter: Why Mazda isn't just looking at EVs

Japanese brand believes carbon neutral should be the goal – and is looking at a broad range of technologies to reach it

27 October 2023
Autocar Business
Editor's letter: Why Mazda isn't just looking at EVs
New cars

What's the solution to poor roundabout etiquette?

Prior decides that no punishment is too great for those who exit a roundabout without signalling

21 October 2023
What's the solution to poor roundabout etiquette?
Geneva motor show
Bosses confirmed last week that the event will return following years of uncertainty
Business

Editor’s letter: Will Geneva motor show return to form in 2024?

Europe’s largest motoring event returns next year after a five-year absence

20 October 2023
Autocar Business
Editor’s letter: Will Geneva motor show return to form in 2024?
New cars

Why you shouldn't judge a car on its lap time

Prior was pleased Porsche bosses didn't disclose the 911 S/T’s Nürburgring lap time

14 October 2023
Why you shouldn't judge a car on its lap time
Electric vehicles

Editor's letter: How fake news can shape the car industry

Luton Airport car park fire shows impact false information, especially about electric cars, can have

13 October 2023
Autocar Business
Editor's letter: How fake news can shape the car industry
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Prior’s Oxon has, like many parts of the country, been disfigured – and for what?
New cars

How to solve the woes caused by axing HS2

Our editor-in-chief discusses his answers to the UK's recently canceled HS2 project

8 October 2023
How to solve the woes caused by axing HS2

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honda saloon render 2024
New line-up will be inspired by Zero Saloon concept shown at CES earlier this year
New cars

Honda primes radical saloon to rival Tesla Model 3 by 2030

17 May 2024
Honda primes radical saloon to rival Tesla Model 3 by 2030