Toyota is exhibiting five special examples of its GR Supra at this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas. Two of them – the GR Supra Heritage Edition an… Read More

Earlier this year, BMW Motorrad displayed the retro-inspired Concept R 18 at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. Now, for the EICMA show in Milan, a variation on the same theme has been de… Read More

Demand for mid-size cruiser motorcycles isn’t huge in Europe. Nevertheless, Honda maintains a presence in the segment with the Rebel, which is getting several enhancements for the 2020… Read More

A restyled half fairing with twin LED projector headlights identifies the updated Tracer 700, which is expected to arrive at Yamaha dealers next March. As befits a sports touring all-rounder… Read More

Fisker is planning an innovative usage scheme for its luxury SUV, which is called Ocean. All access will be via a flexible leasing arrangement which is going to be managed by a dedicated app… Read More

If the proposed merger between FCA (Fiat’s parent company) and PSA (owner of numerous brands including Peugeot and Vauxhall) is successfully completed, then the just-launched 2020 Tale… Read More

For this year’s North American Commercial Vehicle Show, Hyundai has built a Class 8 heavy-duty truck that’s powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. The HDC-6 Neptune Concept is a signal… Read More

Earlier this year, Toyota Gazoo Racing revealed the Supra GT4 Concept at the Geneva International Motor Show. Now the race car – which has been developed by Toyota Motorsport GmbH in G… Read More

Seat dealers are now accepting Mii Electric orders. In the UK, this pure-electric model has an on-the-road price of £22,800. That figure does drop by £3,500 to £19,300 afte… Read More

With its oversized headlights and slim grille, the all-new Honda Jazz looks slightly awkward from some angles. Nevertheless, the otherwise inoffensive styling and familiar proportions are un… Read More

Nissan has unveiled its Ariya Concept at the Tokyo Motor Show. Measuring 4,600 mm (181.1”) long and 1,920 mm (75.6”) wide, this pure-electric crossover is slightly larger than th… Read More

Redesigned front bumpers, grilles, wheels and LED rear light clusters identify the updated Titan XD full-size pick-up. Changes aren’t just restricted to the mild facelift, though. As p… Read More

Nobody could accuse the fourth-generation Yaris of looking nondescript. Its large grille, rising waistline, bulging wheel arches and prominent rear light clusters are among the key elements… Read More

Interbrand has just published its twentieth annual 100 Best Global Brands report. Apple, Google and Amazon continue to occupy the first three slots, but the automotive sector remains well re… Read More

Uniti, the Swedish start-up that was established in 2015, has confirmed prices for its pure-electric city car ahead of deliveries beginning next year. The three-seat One was designed in Swed… Read More

Toyota continues to believe that fuel cell electric vehicles can play an important role in the move away from combustion engines. Having launched the original Mirai five years ago, it has no… Read More

Isuzu has introduced a completely revised D-Max pick-up. Like its predecessor, the 2020 model will be built in Thailand and customers can choose standard, space or crew cabs. As part of an … Read More

A few more Amarok pick-ups need to find buyers, so Volkswagen has resorted to introducing a couple of Black Edition models. One is based on the Highline version while the other uses the Aven… Read More

Chevrolet has announced a mild facelift for its mid-size Colorado pick-up. The changes are most obvious on the ZR2 variant, which is due to appear in public for the first time at next month… Read More

Back in March, Abarth unveiled the 595 esseesse and 124 Rally Tribute to help commemorate the brand’s seventieth birthday. Clearly such a momentous occasion deserves another limited ed… Read More

Organisers of the 2019/2020 FIA Formula E Championship have announced a finalised schedule. It still consists of fourteen rounds – the highest number yet seen in a single season &nda&hell…Read More

Figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders show that 343,255 new cars were registered during the important ‘plate-change’ month of September. In other wo… Read More

There have always been convertible versions of the Chevrolet Corvette, but the new C8 generation is the first to feature a solid top and a mid-engine layout. Six electric motors are used to… Read More

Chevrolet has unveiled its all-new Corvette C8.R racer, which will be eligible to participate in the GTLM class of the IMSA SportsCar Championship and the GTE class of the FIA World Enduranc… Read More

At 2019’s leisure vehicle trade fair at Le Bourget, Citroën is displaying its SpaceTourer ‘The Citroënist’ Concept. This compact camper van provides sleeping ac… Read More

Most large camper vans are usually white or silver, so the Boxer 4x4 Concept immediately stands out thanks to Wanderlust Green satin paintwork which is combined with some striking mint, grey… Read More

Slimmer bodywork, reduced mass, a larger engine and more technology denote the new CRF1100L Africa Twin. Thanks partly to a redesigned steel frame and the adoption of a bolt-on aluminium sub… Read More

Fifty jurors from Canada and the United States have voted to decide the semi-finalists for the 2020 North American Car of the Year, Truck of the Year and Utility Vehicle of the Year awards.2… Read More

Following 2017’s Sport Yacht Concept, Lexus has introduced the production-ready LY 650. Designed in collaboration with Italian studio Nuvolari Lenard, this flybridge cruiser combines a… Read More

Renault has confirmed prices and specifications for its updated Koleos SUV, which gains revised front-end styling, a more refined interior and new powertrains. A simple line-up comprises j… Read More

Dacia customers in France can now place orders for the Duster Black Collector, a limited edition that’s based on the existing Prestige trim grade. For the first time, the brand is admi… Read More

When the updated Vauxhall / Opel Movano van was revealed back in March, there was no mention of powertrains. Now that omission has been addressed. Every 2019 Movano comes with a 2.3 litre, f… Read More

With its new 500X Sport, Fiat is targeting crossover drivers who appreciate decent agility and handling. Accordingly, the Sport has gained recalibrated suspension settings, Frequency Selecti… Read More

There are already plenty of 595 variants available, but that hasn’t stopped Abarth introducing another one. The latest, which revives the Pista name, is recognisable by its green highl… Read More

Volkswagen has unveiled its ID.3 at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. Here are ten things to know about this important arrival, which spearheads a family of pure-electric ID vehicles.1… Read More

According to Hyundai, the 45 “re-imagines the in-car experience in the age of electrification and autonomous technologies”. This vision of the future – which has been revea… Read More

Older examples of the Volkswagen Beetle can now have their air-cooled petrol engines replaced by an electric powertrain. The conversion – which Volkswagen officially endorses and promo… Read More

As Smart has totally abandoned the internal combustion engine, every member of the brand’s refreshed range features a pure-electric powertrain. A rear-mounted synchronous electric moto… Read More

Unsurprisingly, the production version of the 2020 i10 isn’t as dramatic as the design sketch that Hyundai released last month. Nevertheless, this new A-segment contender looks pleasan… Read More

With its exaggerated wheel arches, high waistline and quirky front-end styling, few cars divided opinion like the original Nissan Juke. All of those design elements remain on the just-reveal… Read More

One of the smallest vehicles to be unveiled at the 2019 Düsseldorf Caravan Salon was the Peugeot Partner Alpin Camper. Indeed, an overall body length of just 4.75 metres (15’ 7&rd&hell…Read More

Despite having a slightly daft name, the Big Nugget will be a logical addition to Ford’s camper van range. It has just been unveiled in concept form at the 2019 Düsseldorf Caravan… Read More

Arguably the most interesting exhibit at the 2019 Düsseldorf Caravan Salon is the new Hymer VisionVenture. This ingenious concept vehicle – which is based on a Mercedes-Benz Sprin… Read More

When the 2019/2020 FIA Formula E Championship begins in November, two examples of the new Porsche 99X Electric will be on the grid. As per the series regulations, the car is built around a s… Read More

Squeezing a record twenty-two events into a season that’ll run from March to the end of November inevitably creates a very busy Formula 1 schedule. Indeed, the provisional 2020 timetab… Read More

Seat is going to unveil the Tarraco FR PHEV at next month’s IAA Frankfurt International Motor Show. As that name suggests, this new addition to the range combines the FR trim grade wit… Read More

Fifteen examples of the Corsa-e Rally are due to compete in next year’s inaugural ADAC Opel e-Rally Cup. This new car – which will appear in public for the first time at the 2019… Read More

Fiat Professional originally launched the second-generation Doblò back in 2010. However, a replacement isn’t due any time soon, despite the current model’s relative old ag… Read More

As with every other member of the current SsangYong range, the all-new Korando has distinctive styling that might divide opinion. However, prospective buyers shouldn’t dismiss this fiv… Read More

Mercedes-Benz has added three models to its EQ Power portfolio of electrified vehicles. The new A 250 e, A 250 e Saloon and B 250 e all share the same hybrid powertrain. As well as a 158 bhp… Read More

With production of the first-generation Ghost due to end soon, Rolls-Royce has created a special version named Zenith to commemorate its departure. Customers will have a choice of Iguazu Blu… Read More

Is there really a market for compact convertible SUVs? Volkswagen must be hoping so, because it has just unveiled a two-door drop-top version of the T-Roc. Obviously, a key component is the… Read More

Thanks to some chassis upgrades, the latest Shelby GT350R should deliver a better driving experience compared to its predecessor. A major change sees this particular Mustang gain the GT500&r&hell…Read More

Advances in battery technology should mean that the upgraded 225xe Active Tourer is more appealing than its predecessor. As before, the five-seat, all-wheel drive, plug-in hybrid MPV feature… Read More

A couple of new variants have joined the Mercedes-Benz minibus range. Named Sprinter Transfer 45 and Sprinter City 45, they’re intended for different purposes. The Transfer 45 –… Read More

Hyundai is due to unveil its all-new i10 at next month’s Frankfurt Motor Show. Ahead of that event, a single sketch has been released which previews the city car’s styling. Accor… Read More

Mercedes-Benz has created a special version of the Marco Polo camper van. Called ArtVenture, it’s due to appear for the first time at this month’s Caravan Salon in Düsseldor… Read More

Having been originally launched in 2004, the aged Triumph Rocket III was becoming overdue for replacement. Now, at last, its successor is here. The Rocket 3 (note the different suffix) has n… Read More

Ahead of a public début at the Düsseldorf Caravan Salon later this month, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has released the first proper images of its revised California. Being bas… Read More

Land Rover Classic, which focuses on the brand’s out-of-production models, has launched a selection of components for the 1994 – 2016 Defender. The new range – intended to… Read More

Prices for long-wheelbase Transit Custom camper vans from Wellhouse Leisure (a Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier) start at £49,500. However, as one customer in Yorkshire has discovered… Read More

Once they’ve served their intended purpose, pre-production homologation vehicles are usually destroyed. Such was the fate awaiting ‘LA66 HTG’, the first Kia Stinger GT S to… Read More

At 2017’s Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, Hymer displayed the DuoCar prototype. Now, with its design finalised, the camper van that’s aimed at solo travellers and couples will soo… Read More

Ford and Roush Performance have collaborated to build a one-off car that pays tribute to an outstanding Second World War pilot. Clarence ‘Bud’ Anderson, who served in Europe with… Read More

To help launch its all-new S-Way heavy truck range, Iveco has unveiled a pair of special concepts. The first honours Magirus, the German brand that was acquired by Iveco in the 1970s and is… Read More

Isuzu has added a special edition to the D-Max pick-up range. As its name suggests, the Workman+ targets commercial users rather than ‘lifestyle’ customers. This new arrival &nda&hell…Read More

In 1969, BMW began building motorcycles in Berlin and the ‘/5 series’ R 50/5, R 60/5 and R 75/5 models were launched. Now, to celebrate the fiftieth anniversaries of those two ev… Read More

Long, low proportions, scissor doors and a glazed roof certainly give the EXP 100 GT a dramatic appearance. As well as offering a glimpse of what a future luxury coupé might look like… Read More

Ten years after the Mini E research vehicle was created, the production Mini Electric has been launched. The newcomer – which is recognisable by a unique closed grille treatment &ndash&hell…Read More

Kia has added a fourth body style to its Ceed line-up. Despite sharing the same underpinnings, the new XCeed – which is described as an “urban crossover with coupé-like Eu… Read More

No, BMW doesn’t harbour any ambitions to enter the truck market. The X7 Pick-up is actually a one-off conversion devised by the company’s vocational trainees in Munich. Taking… Read More

Creating a supercar exclusively for circuit use must be a refreshingly restriction-free experience for manufacturers. After all, there’s no need to make it street legal, plus racing ho… Read More

Aston Martin is the manufacturer being celebrated by the ‘Central Feature’ sculpture at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. In response, the company’s ‘Q by… Read More

Last October, the government announced some big changes to its Plug-in Car Grant. The maximum benefit reduced from £4,500 to £3,500, while tougher eligibility rules meant that pl… Read More

For 2019/2020, the FIA Formula E Championship is going to consist of fourteen rounds. That’s the highest number seen yet in a single season. Although many events remain in what are alm… Read More

Last year, Volkswagen registered 1,235 examples of the California camper in the UK. Its popularity is set to continue with an updated version which is based on the new Transporter T6.1 van… Read More

Various cosmetic changes and some additional powertrain choices benefit the latest Panda Waze special edition, which is still based on the existing Cross trim grade. Customers can now combin… Read More

Škoda continues to target emergency services fleets in the UK. The company’s latest ‘blue light’ product is a Kodiaq vRS police pursuit vehicle. Like the standard mo… Read More

Bentley has created another limited edition to help commemorate the brand’s centenary. The new Continental GT Convertible Number 1 Edition by Mulliner pays tribute to the famous No. 1… Read More

Over many decades, BMW has constantly upgraded and modernised the iconic twin-cylinder boxer motorcycle engine. Indeed, only a mass shift to electrification is likely to cause its eventual d… Read More

BMW has added another body style to its 8 Series range. The four-door Gran Coupé – which is due to arrive at dealers in September 2019 – joins the existing Coupé an… Read More

An ice cream van, its bonnet propped open and diesel engine running continuously to keep the on-board freezer cold, is a common sight in Britain throughout the summer. Recognising that the a… Read More

Following the recent introduction of the Crafter Police Support Unit, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has added a couple more officially-approved conversions to its ‘blue light’ f… Read More

Next year’s British Touring Car Championship will retain its established format of ten events with three races at each. The 2020 schedule does include several alterations, though. Fo… Read More

Unless legislation ends up forcing it, a widespread shift to electric cars will only happen when manufacturers build affordable vehicles that don’t instil range anxiety. With the new … Read More

Extra power, a sharper chassis and some unique styling details define the Alpine A110S. This new version of the French two-seat coupé is due to arrive at dealers in October. It still… Read More

It’s well over a decade old, but judicious updates have managed to keep the current-generation Ducato relevant. Now, to help combat threats posed by relative newcomers such as the late… Read More

WPP and Kantar Millward Brown have completed their annual BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands study. Amazon heads the overall list for 2019, rising from last year’s third spot t… Read More

At last year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, a Bentley Bentayga set a new production SUV record. For 2019, the brand’s goal is to achieve the fastest ever time for any pro… Read More

Engineering a car to be equally adept at track days and long-distance luxury touring is undoubtedly a tough challenge. According to its manufacturer, the new M8 Competition achieves that obj… Read More

Apart from its new wheel designs, the 2019 Navara looks virtually identical to the superseded model. However, various mechanical upgrades have resulted in a pick-up that should be more capab… Read More

In July, Seat is going to stop offering its Mii city car with an internal combustion engine. Afterwards, the only available variant will be the new Mii Electric, which is essentially the sam… Read More

Hyundai is adding another powertrain option to its Kona range. The new Hybrid, which will sit alongside the existing Electric and internal-combustion versions, is due to arrive at dealers in… Read More

A team of thirty-five apprentices from Škoda’s Vocational School has built the Mountiaq, a one-off conversion based on the Kodiaq mid-size SUV. The specially strengthened pick-u… Read More

There’s soon going to be a new contender in North America’s ultra-competitive compact executive saloon segment. It’s the Cadillac CT4, which is roughly the same size as the… Read More

Cadillac has revealed the high-performance CT5-V. This V-Series version of its all-new CT5 mid-size saloon is distinguished by a mesh grille, 19” wheels, a rear diffuser, four exhaust… Read More

This year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans will serve as the finale for the 2018-19 FIA World Endurance Championship ‘super season’. The race is also going to be – for the time… Read More

At this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, BMW Motorrad unveiled a retro-inspired cruiser. Named Concept R18, it mixes long and low proportions, minimal bodywork, exp… Read More

BMW has unveiled its third-generation 1 Series. Here are ten things to know about this all-new hatchback, which is destined to become a very common sight on British roads.1. It’s built… Read More

Opel Special Vehicles took inspiration from The A-Team for its latest project. The O-Team Zafira Life – which is based on the ‘Medium’ production model – pays homage… Read More