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Cumartesi, Eylül 27, 2025

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BMW model updates, autumn 2025

Note: This press release is a 1:1 copy of the original issued by BMW headquarters in Germany. No adaptions have been made to cater to the UK market.   Munich. Autumn 2025 adds revised powertrains, new features and practical details to the...

Leading light: 25 years Audi A2

In the early 1990s, the three-liter car was announced as a development goal by the Volkswagen Group and Audi, and the first work on the project began shortly afterwards. The designers in Ingolstadt worked closely with the experts at...

New Zenos E10 RZ previewed ahead of production

New, reengineered version of the highly respected Zenos E10 previewed Explosive new powertrains available, delivering up to 500bhp per tonne Zenos’ innovative chassis design and construction retained Full carbon fibre bodywork part of E10’s added-lightness ethos New 325bhp Zenos E10 R2 joins the range...

Thrilling finish to A2RL SIM-Sprint as teams gear up for the real-world showdown in Abu Dhabi

Kinetiz claims inaugural title by just 4 points, beating out rival TUM for top spot All teams demonstrated significant technical progress in driving algorithm...

Volkswagen Passat crowned Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year

Passat wins overall trophy and categories for Family Towcar and caravan weight 1,300 kg to 1,500 kg Volkswagen Multivan also scoops Large Family Towcar award for the fourth year running Victories are in addition to many other Volkswagen models being shortlisted Milton...

Track-tested: Maserati’s GT2 Stradale is road-legal, terrifying, and brilliant

The Maserati GT2 brought the Trident a lot of success on track, which ultimately led to a road-legal version of the vehicle — the GT2 Stradale. There’s also an argument that the GT2 Stradale is free of the restrictions...

California Cooking: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and Matt Tebbutt whip up one-pot wonder in new California

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles cooks up one-pot wonder with chef Matt Tebbutt – Braised Summer Squash and Fennel with Croutons, Goats Cheese and Prosciutto Survey...

Workshops invest in tech and talent to keep Britain’s safer, greener cars on the move

New study reveals majority of UK workshops (81.2%) are ready to service electric vehicles, with four in five investing in skills and tools needed to maintain EVs and advanced safety technologies. New SMMT Aftermarket Report highlights £62.2 billion sector’s adaptation...

Tool theft on the rise again, as UK businesses face bill of £3.5bn

Milton Keynes, UK – Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ latest survey has revealed that tool theft from UK van drivers is on the rise, with more than 1 in 4 (28%) falling victim to the crime in 2024 – up from 19%...

Farizon SV posts super efficiency stats during Explorer EV Rally 2025

London, United Kingdom: The innovative design and advanced technologies of the Farizon SV have proved their worth as a small fleet of the born-electric vans achieved exceptional efficiency during a nationwide real-world rally at the start of the month. From 1...

The Magnificent Seven

Start Rescue has secured an impressive seventh Which? Recommended Provider rating in succession, once again underlining its status as a trusted and leading vehicle breakdown and recovery partner for UK motorists. No other breakdown company has achieved seven successive recommendations from...

Bentley-backed Guild Award focuses on editors

A cash prize of £500 and a trophy await the winner of the Guild of Motoring Writers Bentley Editor of the Year Award, together with a complimentary ticket to the Guild’s annual Gala Dinner in London in December. However Guild...

Watt a service! SAS Tech Services goes electric as it adds first eActros 600 to its 100% Mercedes-Benz fleet

SAS Tech Services has marked its 25-year commitment to Mercedes-Benz Trucks with a bold step into the future of sustainable logistics - the arrival of its first all-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, supplied by trusted dealer Midlands Truck & Van. The...

Hyundai Motor UK announces exclusive sponsorship of Amazon Original movies on Prime Video in the UK

Hyundai Motor UK today announced its largest streaming TV advertising campaign to date as the first-ever year-long exclusive sponsor of new Amazon Original movies on Prime Video in the UK, beginning 1 October 2025. Hyundai will hold exclusive sponsorship rights...

Isuzu launches curated range of Ruffwear dog accessories for D-Max

Isuzu UK is excited to announce a new collaboration with premium outdoor dog gear brand Ruffwear, offering a curated range of official accessories to accompany the Isuzu D-Max. Designed for dog owners who love to explore, the partnership brings...

BYD hits 100 UK retailer sites milestone in record time

BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles (fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars), has achieved its latest significant milestone on its unprecedented growth journey, as its 100th UK franchised car sales site opens. The first BYD UK retailer opened...

BYD UK supports Global’s Make Some Noise charity fund-raising with top prize Dolphin Surf car

A brand-new, top-of-the-range BYD Dolphin Surf electric car will be the reward for a lucky winner in a charity promotion from Make Some Noise. The fundraising will enable the organisation to support even more projects delivered by small, local...

TyreSafe calls for urgent action as road casualty figures remain stagnant

TyreSafe today responded to the release of the government's 2024 road casualty statistics for Great Britain, highlighting the continued stagnation in overall fatal and Killed or Seriously Injured (KSI) figures. This concerning trend has persisted for over 15 years,...

Toyota-sponsored Guild Award boosts young motoring journalists

If you are a young journalist trying to make their way in motoring journalism, winning a prestigious award with a cash prize will certainly be a help – as will a year’s complimentary membership of the much respected professional...

Hyundai launches ‘Rest Drives’ of the KONA Electric to help families find a calmer way to do nap times

Hyundai is introducing ‘Rest Drives’, a new initiative offering 24-hour test drives of the KONA Electric, created with families in mind. These extended drives allow motorists to experience the EV in real-life situations, from hectic school runs to peaceful...

The new Kia Stonic breaks cover with a bold new look

Reshaped inside and out, the new Stonic debuts with a confident look inspired by Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy The model is available in...

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presented with a GRAMMY – live on stage at the Royal Albert Hall

Last night (Wednesday 24th September), the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) was presented with a GRAMMY Award – in front of a packed house at the Royal Albert Hall, on the...

F1 Academy finale in Las Vegas teams up with Hello Kitty

F1 Academy will close out its 2025 season in Las Vegas with an unusual partner: Hello Kitty. The women’s racing series announced a collaboration with Sanrio’s global character brand for the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, taking...

Ampere’s Cléon plant produces its 1,000,000th electric motor as it prepares to deliver on Alpine’s sportiness

Pioneering in motor electrification, Ampere’s Cléon plant inaugurates a new production line for the 7DL twin motor, the brand-new rear motor unit of...

Motor Parts Direct orders 300 new Renault Kangoo vans to support nationwide growth

Motor Parts Direct expands and refreshes its delivery fleet with 300 Renault Kangoo vans Award-winning Kangoo chosen for its competitive pricing, reliability, and proven...

Santana Motors announces the appointment of Enrique Lorenzana as Chief Commercial Officer to lead its international expansion

Santana Motors, the historic 4×4 and off-road vehicle manufacturer founded in 1956, has named Enrique Lorenzana as its new Chief Commercial Officer. His...

Phantom at 100: Rolls-Royce reflects on places and moments that shaped Phantom’s first century

Rolls-Royce celebrates locations and moments that influenced Phantom’s evolution A 100-year odyssey, taking in Côte d’Azur, London, Sussex and the Australian Outback Highlights key individuals and landmarks in Phantom’s technical development “Phantom has always been defined by the people who commission it,...

Leading light: the Audi A2 launched 25 years ago

In the early 1990s, the three-liter car was announced as a development goal by the Volkswagen Group and Audi, and the first work on the project began shortly afterwards. The designers in Ingolstadt worked closely with the experts at...

30 years of the Škoda Museum: home to the company’s storied history

Since its initial opening in 1995, the Škoda Museum in Mladá Boleslav has welcomed more than four million visitors Exhibitions provide detailed insights into...

Tyler O’Hara shatters Bonneville record on Indian Challenger

Bonneville Salt Flats has a new name in the record books. Tyler O’Hara, best known for his success in MotoAmerica’s King of the Baggers series, just pushed an Indian Challenger to a verified 194.384 mph. The run secured him...

Aston Martin celebrates 100th FIA World Endurance Championship start as Valkyrie spearheads Fuji assault

Aston Martin Valkyrie to make Far East competition debut in Japan Aston Martin THOR Team aims to capitalise on growing competitiveness of spectacular V12-powered British hypercar Valkyrie chases first top ten finish in FIA World Endurance Championship All-British line-up, Harry Tincknell and...

Bentley brings luxury travel to pets with new Bentayga accessory line

Bentley has launched a new set of accessories for the Bentayga, designed for owners who regularly travel with dogs. The handcrafted collection aims to improve safety and comfort for pets while protecting the SUV’s interior and the owners’ luggage. The...

MCPURA debuts in Italy: Maserati takes the spotlight at the Turin Auto Show

The Trident’s new super sports car is showcased in both coupé and cabrio versions – the latter named Cielo –to embody the purest expression...

Upgraded EX90 charges even faster and delivers new and improved features

Volvo Cars is opening the order books for the 2026 Volvo EX90, now enhanced with hardware and software upgrades. Powered by the company’s...

Farizon SV posts super efficiency stats during Explorer EV Rally 2025

Average of 1,043 miles covered by each of the three demonstrator Farizon SVs over five-day Newquay-to-Cheshire rally Two of the vans beat their official WLTP efficiency figures during real-world driving conditions SV’s lightweight born-electric platform, cell-to-pack technology and low drag coefficient...

Ampere’s Cléon plant produces its 1,000,000th electric motor

At the heart of Ampere’s industrial system, the Cléon plant is the group’s mechanical excellence hub, backed by a decade of experience in electric motor industrialization. This unique expertise now places it at the forefront of advanced technologies, as...

Vegan Women’s Club Announces Ambassadors: Empowering Voices for Veganism

The Vegan Women’s Club is excited to announce its initial team of inspirational ambassadors: Heather Mills, Juliet Gellatley, Jasmine Harman, Wendy Turner Webster and...

ADL Delivers Enviro100EV electric buses to London Bus, receives order from FirstBus

Electric bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis (ADL) announced that it had supplied 13 next-generation Enviro100EV zero-emission buses to Transport UK London Bus for use on behalf of Transport for London (TfL).The Enviro100EV are the first next-generation Alexander Dennis electric buses for Transport...

Plug-In Hybrids Fuel August Sales Surge for Chinese Car Brands in Europe

Chinese car manufacturers sold more vehicles in Europe than both Renault and Audi in August, according to the latest data from JATO Dynamics. This surge was driven by strong sales of plug-in hybrids, with models from BYD, Jaecoo, and...

From pilot fleet to series production: the new BMW iX5 Hydrogen

Munich. The BMW Group is launching a vehicle with five different drivetrain technologies. The new BMW X5 will be the first model to offer customers a choice of battery electric, plug-in hybrid, petrol, diesel, and hydrogen fuel cell technology. The...

The Kia EV4: Europe-tuned innovation for the next generation of electric mobility

The EV4 hatchback marks the beginning of Kia’s electric vehicle production in Europe Dynamic and sophisticated, the EV4 reflects Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy,...

Turin Auto Show spotlights Maserati’s all-new MCPURA

Maserati has officially introduced its new MCPURA super sports car at the Turin Auto Show. The model, which follows its first appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July, was shown in both coupé and cabrio versions. The cabrio,...

Royal Enfield’s Build Train Race season ends with thrilling Lake Ozark finale

Royal Enfield’s Build Train Race program wrapped its 2025 flat track racing season at Lake Ozark Raceway in Missouri with a finale that came down to the wire. Fans saw tight racing, shifting podiums, and a championship decided in...

Vantage GT3 claims GT World Challenge Sprint Silver Cup crown

Aston Martin Vantage GT3 claims championship title in GT World Challenge Europe Sprint Cup Silver Class Reigning Aston Martin Racing Driver Academy winner Jamie...

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Huawei’den Ren Zhengfei ve Dongfeng Motor’dan Yang Qing, elektrikli araçlarda daha derin işbirliği

Huawei Technologies'in kurucusu ve CEO'su Ren Zhengfei, Çin'in elektrikli araç (EV) sektöründeki iş birliğini derinleştirmek amacıyla bu hafta Shenzhen'de devlete ait Dongfeng Motor'un başkanı Yang Qing ile...

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