While many are pessimistic about the UK's ability to charge EVs, the National Grid is more positive
Will the network be able to cope when EVs go mainstream? National Grid has a plan
Details of the battery pack for Volkswagen’s ID 3 for 2020 reveal the latest-generation battery cell tech
From lithium manganese oxide-based systems to lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide alternatives, manufacturers are constantly tinkering in search of more power and economy
Innovative new combustion system boosts fuel economy and cuts NOx emissions
The German firm's innovative combustion system ignites charge as a whole rather than just near the spark plug, producing a faster burn and more power
Off-the-shelf powertrains can be tailored to individual needs for plug-and-play EV manufacturing
Swindon Powertrain's HPD weighs just 70kg, while still generating plenty of horsepower
G-Wagen and Supra are faithful replicas of the real things
Tamiya is world renowned for its intricately detailed scale model kits and iconic radio-controlled cars. We trace the brand’s roots
Electric superchargers are becoming more common as a way to kill lag and help emissions
Cutting out turbo lag is a big reason that Audi and other manufacturers introduced the new tech
Diesel engines may have fallen out of favour recently but they will always be more frugal than petrol engines
Though both fuels come from crude oil, diesel engines' compression ignition and no throttle gives them the edge
Integrated plug-and-play electric drivetrains should help make EVs more affordable.
Balancing affordability with profits is a major challenge facing EVs, but integrated plug-in electric powertrains can save everyone money
New, high-pressure injection systems are making petrol engines even cleaner
Particulates are the bane of direct fuel injection engines, but ramping up the pressure and other innovations can solve this
Four-wheel drive is no substitute for the science behind winter tyres
Reduced rubber width and increased softness are just some of the factors that give winter rubbers the edge over summer ones
Cooling down your motor with water injections increases power and combustion efficiency, as well as minimising harmful oxides
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