Lamp posts and signs...
Lamp posts and signs could soon be used to help reduce congestion on UK roads. Exeter-based technology firm LastMile has developed a new solar-powered transceiver, which can be fitted into road furniture and used to beam traffic information into cars. It is working on the project with Qinetiq – the company which carries out weapons testing for the Ministry of Defence.
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The FIA has confirmed...
The FIA has confirmed that the Formula One Championship will stage a night race for the first time in its history next season (2008).
The Fiesta has been...
The Fiesta has been given some real Verve! A week after Auto Express revealed the first official images of the new Ford supermini, the car giant has released these detailed photographs of the model both inside and out.
The Finn had struggled...
The Finn had struggled to match the pace of team-mate Felipe Massa during pre-season testing, prompting sceptics to wonder if he was the right man for the job. But he took advantage when mechanical problems hit the Brazilian in qualifying, and claimed pole position, then led the Australian Grand Prix from start to finish.
The firm"s top brass...
The firm"s top brass were said to be hopping mad when Solido, the toy manufacturer commissioned to make collectors" models of the new car, jumped the gun. Its staff unveiled the miniature clay models of its 2005 range at the Nuremberg Toy Fair in Germany.
The Freelander is set...
The Freelander is set to hog the lime-light at next monthð€™s British Motor Show at ExCeL in Londonð€™s Docklands, where it will make its international debut
The full details of...
The full details of the arrangement are not yet known, but Fiat has confirmed that talks with Ford are at an advanced stage. A company statement read: "These discussions have been progressing positively, to the point we have both signed a Memorandum of Understanding."
The German Government...
The German Government will meet later on today (Wednesday) to decide which company will take over Opel and Vauxhall in Europe.
The gloves are finally...
The gloves are finally off! After 17 rounds and nine months of racing, the fight for the F1 championship will go down to the wire.
The Griffin has landed!...
The Griffin has landed! Feast your eyes on the exclusive first interior pictures of the all-new Vauxhall Insignia, set to soar into showrooms at the end of this year.
The growth in delivery...
The growth in delivery vans with untrained drivers creates more pollution and accidents, and injuries are more serious
The Gullwing has taken...
The Gullwing has taken flight! This is the Mercedes supercar thatò€™s set to perch right at the top of the tree when it hits showrooms in 2010.
The heat is on at Renault...
The heat is on at Renault, thanks to the limited-run Mégane R26.R. Itò€™s a final fling for the hatch, which will be replaced next year by an all-new model ò€“ and this dramatic Renaultsport version is a fitting send-off.
The heat is on in the...
The heat is on in the compact hatch sector ò€“ Auto Express has learned that Ford is readying a dramatic new Focus to go head-to-head with Vauxhallò€™s forthcoming Astra.
The hi-tech flashing...
The hi-tech flashing cones and a new fleet of convoy trucks to escort drivers into M-way roadworks are being introduced in a Government-backed initiative.
The ice-man Kimi Raikkonen...
The ice-man Kimi Raikkonen kept his cool to triumph in the heat of Malaysia. The reigning champion put the disappointment of Australia behind him and guided his Ferrari to an emphatic win.
The international standard...
The international standard kilogram is losing weight, according to
The IQ has been remodelled...
The IQ has been remodelled for Americans! Toyotaò€™s Scion sub-brand, aimed at ò€˜young urban trendsettersò€™, has got its hands on the revolutionary city car and given it an ultra-aggressive makeover. Called the Scion IQ Concept, it takes what you previously thought feasible with a car less than 10-feet long and rips up the rulebook completely.
The Japanese firm took...
The Japanese firm took the wraps off this replacement model at the Geneva Motor Show. Looking similar to its predecessor, the all-new X-Trail had many event-goers rubbing their eyes. But with improvements to its off-road ability, interior space and flexibility, as well as a fresh engine line-up, there"s more to the model than you might think.
The Laguna Coupé...
The Laguna Coupé will sit above the forthcoming hatchback and estate models, which will be unveiled for the first time later this year at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
The latest Budget means...
The latest Budget means that motorists are facing an extra ÷£1,000 in taxes. While Chancellor Alistair Darling delayed increasing the price of fuel, he did signal that the taxation system would change to punish the most polluting motors.
The latest hot Mitsubishi...
The latest hot Mitsubishi is ready to hatch! Set to go head-to-head with the Ford Focus ST, the new Lancer Ralliart has five-door practicality, a 238bhp engine and four-wheel drive.
The Lexus LS has long...
The Lexus LS has long set the standard for refinement in this competitive market, but it has never been able to match the Merc"s driving appeal or its broad range of equipment levels. However, with the introduction of the new LS, which is set to debut at this month"s Tokyo Motor Show, Lexus is promising all of that will change.
The lid has been lifted...
The lid has been lifted on MINIò€™s hottest rival yet! Citroen unveiled its all-new DS at the Geneva Motor Show in March ò€“ but until now has managed to keep the interior under wraps.
The lid has been lifted...
The lid has been lifted on the world’s fastest cabriolet. The Lexus LF-A Roadster combines 200mph performance and wind-in-the-hair motoring.
The mag can also reveal...
The mag can also reveal the latest spy shots of the XK convertible, along with news of the firm"s eagerly anticipated SUV. Top of the bill is the all-new coup탩. When Jaguar said the final production version would stick closely to the appear- ance of the ALC concept unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show in January, it meant every word. Designers have produced one of the most attractive new models of the decade.
The mag has the first...
The mag has the first pictures of the facelifted PT Cruiser, which will be on sale in UK showrooms before the end of next year. Just when you thought the American car"s styling was radical enough, it looks as though it will be getting an even more striking front end. Despite the disguise, it"s clear the newcomer has more rounded headlights than the current model.
The mag"s pictures this...
The mag"s pictures this week show how the forthcoming Polo GTI will look. A Golf-style honeycomb grille and new front and rear bumpers help to distinguish the supermini, which will take styling cues from it bigger brother.
The mag"s shots clearly...
The mag"s shots clearly show the latest door layout, which will open up a whole new world in terms of practicality. Hyundai fans will also welcome the fresh look of the newcomer, which boasts much sharper styling than the existing car.
The mag"s spies caught...
The mag"s spies caught what appeared to be a road-ready version testing on the streets of Turin, and a Fiat spokesman told us: "The Simba will definitely go into production, and be barely distinguishable from the concept."
The model is certainly...
The model is certainly much more conventional than the hatchback, which has had a mixed reception across Europe. Inside, the 2 will share the 1"s dash and front cabin, but the rear seat will be modified to take only two people. The car will get a conventional boot, meaning luggage capacity will be considerably smaller than that of the 1-Series.
The model shown here...
The model shown here is actually the limited-edition Sportstyle, but these pictures reveal how muscular the new Smart"s quirky shape can become with only a few minor styling changes. The aggressive Sportstyle will not be made available to UK buyers of the ForFour, but the accessory pack gives the biggest clue yet as to how the hot Brabus range-topper will look when the wraps are finally taken off in 2005.
The most eagerly anticipated...
The most eagerly anticipated fast Ford for years made its global debut at the British Motor Show today. The Focus RS is powered by a 296bhp version of the 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbocharged engine from the Focus ST, making the new RS the most powerful model Ford of Europe has ever produced. No official performance figures are available yet, but Ford RS boss Jost Capito estimated a 0-60mph time of less than six seconds. Top speed is likely to exceed 150mph.
The most eye-catching...
The most eye-catching details are the huge 20-inch wheels, but also note the newcomer"s distinctive "waterfall" radiator grille. The front end is set to become a styling cue to distinguish off-road Audis from their tarmac-bred siblings. That trend is due to start with the new Q7 sport utility vehicle, which will debut towards the end of this year.
The most important Big...
The most important Big Cat ever has finally leapt into view. After months of spy shots and a sensational concept model, the eagerly anticipated replacement for the Jaguar S-Type has finally broken cover – and Auto Express has the full story.
The move is being considered...
The move is being considered by the Government as part of tough new measures to improve registration plate security. Auto Express has seen high-level consultation documents, which include several proposals designed to crack down on car crime. Other ideas include electronic tagging and special tamper-proof materials.
The new 4x4 will debut...
The new 4x4 will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September and hits British showrooms shortly afterwards - where it"s tipped to cost around í‚á£3,000 more than its predecessor. It will go head-to-head with the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.
The new Cat is almost...
The new Cat is almost out of the bag! But if you want to know exactly what Jaguar"s XF will look like, you won"t have to wait any longer.
The newcomer is aiming...
The newcomer is aiming for fewer sales than the conventional X3, so designers can be more adventurous with the looks, which will be influenced by the X Coup탩 concept revealed at the 2001 Detroit Motor Show. This was the first BMW to use the "flame surfacing" styling instigated by design chief Chris Bangle, which provoked a mixed reaction from the press and public alike.
The newcomer joins the...
The newcomer joins the ranks at an exciting time - the company has recently announced that the Arnage Drophead Coup탩 will go into production in 2006. And the Continental GT coup탩 has been a runaway success, with more than 6,500 sold worldwide last year - over 1,800 of them in the UK alone.
The new Golf is here...
The new Golf is here at last ò€“ and itò€™s aiming to shoot straight in at the top of the hatchback leaderboard! Auto Express can bring you these exclusive official
The new model has four-wheel...
The new model has four-wheel drive, pin-sharp styling and a premium quality cabin. But there"s more - it"s tipped to be wowing the crowds in concept form at next week"s Detroit Motor Show.
The new product is TRACKER...
The new product is TRACKER Response, a combination of GPS, VHF and GSM technologies to keep a real-time track of your car at all times. The owner can view this from the website, and this monitoring power enables Tracker to offer a few clever wrinkles too.
The news follows confirmation...
The news follows confirmation that, after three successful seasons, Auto Express’ parent firm Dennis Publishing has renewed its media partnership with the all-action Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship.
The number’s up...
The number’s up on illegal registration plates! New rules introduced at the beginning of the month aim to crack down on dodgy styles and fonts. And unless your car now carries special identifying marks, it won’t pass the annual MoT test.
The Polo just got a...
The Polo just got a whole lot more interesting! This fiery little number is one of two offerings from VW at this years GTI meeting in Worthersee, Austria ò€“ where Audi and VW fans gather to celebrate their shared passion.
The price is right!...
The price is right! And so is everything else with Jaguar’s make-or-break XF premium saloon – if its predicted best-in-class residuals hold true.
The Pro-ceeò€™d will...
The Pro-ceeò€™d will go head-to-head with established class contenders such as the Volkswagen Golf GTI and the Renaultsport Mégane
The production model...
The production model draws heavily on the M3X concept that appeared at last September"s Paris Motor Show. Bosses at parent firm GM are keen to stress that while the design is fresh, the overall shape and many of the styling cues will be familiar. Size-wise, the newcomer is exactly the same length as the outgoing model, at 3.50 metres.
The Qashqai has gone...
The Qashqai has gone under the knife ò€“ and Auto Express has the first pictures.
The ranking, which awards...
The ranking, which awards stars from one (worst) to four (best), will highlight the motorways and dual or single carriageway roads where drivers are most at risk of having a serious or even fatal accident.
The recycleyourcar.co.uk...
The recycleyourcar.co.uk website claims 50,000 old vehicles are torched annually - and with an average ÷£5,000 clean-up cost, that"s a big bill for taxpayers. A spokesman said: "It"s time to stop damaging our environment - and our wallets - in this way."
The replacement load-lugger...
The replacement load-lugger will appear at September"s Frankfurt Motor Show and go on sale soon after. It follows on from the Passat saloon - officially seen already, but set to make its public debut at March"s Geneva event.
There’s always...
There’s always been something fishy about the grubby, litter-strewn, graffiti-stained world of public transport and some of the people who exploit it for financial or political gain. But the nasty smell that has traditionally oozed from and hovered over this dubious, massively subsidised industry is turning into an insufferable stench.
There’s a rough...
There’s a rough road ahead for SEAT! Following in the rocky tracks of the VW Tiguan and Ford Kuga, this is the Spanish firm’s new Tribu compact SUV.
There"s a Dacia coming...
There"s a Dacia coming to the UK that promises to offer a cut price alternative to Ford"s Focus.
The result is a two-pronged...
The result is a two-pronged attack to be led by a facelifted evolution of the current machine in mid-2006. That gives company technicians more than enough time to develop an all-new vehicle, codenamed W212, which is due for launch in 2009.
The Scirocco has been...
The Scirocco has been revealed. Journalists were jostling for position to get a clear view of the stunning new VW coupé, and these are the first pictures taken from the show floor.
These are the first...
These are the first official pictures of the facelifted version, which will make its public debut at next month"s British Motor Show and breathe new life into MG"s Subaru Impreza pretender. What"s more, not only have we got a picture of the revised front end, we also have a world exclusive peek at the rear.
These are the first...
These are the first official pictures of the final production version, which will be unveiled at next month"s Geneva Motor Show. But regular Auto Express readers got their first glimpse of the undisguised convertible back in issue 784. Now that the newcomer is out in the open, the firm has also confirmed that the Tigra name will be resurrected. With its Vauxhall badge and neat styling, the car is expected to knock the Peugeot 206 CC off the top-selling convertible spot when it arrives here in August.
These are the first...
These are the first official images of the all-new Ford Ka ò€“ and itò€™s set to shake up the booming city car sector when it hits showrooms in January.
These exclusive pictures...
These exclusive pictures reveal the final production version of the Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé ahead of its official unveiling at this week"s Detroit Motor Show.
These exclusive top-secret...
These exclusive top-secret sketches are from the firm"s design team, and are part of the project to replace the ageing 9-5. According to sources, they are the last work of ex-styling chief Michael Mauer and were finished days before he defected to Porsche in April. The images reveal three versions of the new 9-5 - a saloon, estate and a four-door hatchback supercar.
THE show must go on!...
THE show must go on! After a lacklustre stand at the LA Motor Show in November, GM is back on form for Detroit. The struggling firm is aiming high with three models making their expo debuts Stateside and one world-exclusive unveiling.
The Smart ForTwo is...
The Smart ForTwo is growing ò€“ and hereò€™s the picture to prove it! Auto Express has learned that Mercedes is planning to add a pair of rear doors and extra seats to its famous city car.
The sound engineer runs...
The sound engineer runs over and grabs my arm: “Have you seen Jane?” he asks. “She’s supposed to be doing post-race interviews in two minutes!”
THE stunning BMW Z4...
THE stunning BMW Z4 has blown its top... And Auto Express has the first official pictures.
The Stuttgart-based...
The Stuttgart-based firm has recently brought us the Carrera 4S and Cayman - and now it"s set to use next month"s Geneva Motor Show as a platform to launch the awesome new 911 Turbo.
The system, which will...
The system, which will be standard across the entire range, uses a pair of powered hinges to raise the hood in a frontal collision. This reduces the chance of a pedestrian"s head striking the hard engine beneath. But there is a price to pay for this innovation; the C6 starts at í‚á£29,500 - that"s í‚á£155 more than a Jaguar S-Type - and rises to í‚á£38,000.
The team’s brand...
The team’s brand new racers dominated the opening 1,000km round of the European Le Mans Series at Monza in Italy. But on the other side of the Atlantic, Audi’s R10 TDI lost its 13-month unbeaten record.
The three-door Alfa...
The three-door Alfa hatchback will share its underpinnings with Fiat"s Grande Punto. And engineers are currently testing a prototype fitted with a 197bhp petrol engine and limited-slip differential, which could form the basis of a hot GTA variant. The newcomer, known internally as the Racer, looks set to revive the brand"s Junior tag from the Sixties and Seventies. However, Alfa bosses re÷main undecided on whether to replace the existing numeric naming system across the rest of the line-up.
The tin snail is back!...
The tin snail is back! Citroen is planning to evoke memories of its legendary 2CV with an all-new model. And thanks to our French sister magazine, Auto Plus, we have details and exclusive images of the car. Dubbed the DS2, the compact hatch will be the entry point to the firmò€™s new DS range when it arrives in 2012.
THE ò€™Roc just got...
THE ò€™Roc just got harder! The Scirocco R is the fastest, most aggressive version of the Golf-based coupé yet, and Auto Express has been granted an exclusive audience with it ò€“ giving us the chance to bag these first official images.
The two-door GTC concept...
The two-door GTC concept gives clues to the look of the next-generation family model, but these images are a tantalising glimpse of how the real thing is shaping up. "There"s no doubt that the GTC is a preview of the design of our next upper medium front-wheel-drive cars," said General Motors" vice chairman Bob Lutz. "Why deprive people of great styling? We have now established ourselves again as a corporate leader in automotive design."
The VIN (Vehicle Identification...
The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) codes were supposed to give offi÷cers vehicle information instantly. Each plate is unique and contains a his÷tory of the car, including model and bodystyle, and when and where it was built.
The Volkswagen-owned...
The Volkswagen-owned manufacturer has a ÷£3billion war chest with which to attack Europe"s most popular markets.
The wild features won"t...
The wild features won"t be toned down when the production version is revealed at the Frankfurt exhibition in September. According to the hatchback"s designer Toshiyuki Okumoto, it will be virtually identical. Of course, regular readers of Auto Express already know that, because we published exclusive spy shots in issue 834.
The wraps are off Mercedesò€™...
The wraps are off Mercedesò€™ next-generation CLK ò€“ and even its name has changed!
The wraps are off the...
The wraps are off the new Mégane ò€“ and itò€™s still a real head turner!
The wraps are slowly...
The wraps are slowly being peeled back on Jaguar"s new Big Cat ò€“ the XJ. These teaser pictures were released at the Shanghai Motor Show, giving us our best look yet at the upcoming BMW 7-Series and Mercedes S-Class rival, which will go on sale before the end of the year.
The wraps have come...
The wraps have come off Renault’s first-ever compact SUV... and here are the official pictures.
They’re on a roll...
They’re on a roll at Audi! Believe it or not, the company could be giving its stunning Cross Cabriolet quattro the green light for production.
This is a Phantom with...
This is a Phantom with real menace! Take a look at the stunning new Rolls-Royce Coupé, a sleek two-door set to debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The marque’s answer to the awesome Bentley Brooklands is set to become one of the most desirable models on the planet.
This is Skoda"s new...
This is Skoda"s new flagship, which the firm is expected to introduce at the expense of not only its big Superb, but the Octavia, too. It will combine the appeal of the pair into one motor.
This is the car that...
This is the car that is set to launch Chevrolet into the seven-seater MPV sector. Built on the same General Motorsò€™ Delta platform as the new Cruze saloon, the distinctive Orlando will be a crossover between a sport utility vehicle and a people carrier.
This is the machine...
This is the machine the Italian outfit hopes will allow Kimi Raikkonen and Felipe Massa to maintain the great German driver’s winning streak.
This is the stunning...
This is the stunning Continental GT Convertible, complete with trademark mesh grille and twin headlamps. The newcomer, to be badged GTC, shares its imposing styling with the coup탩, and the two have an identical profile below the waistline. As you"d expect, maintaining the GT"s smooth lines was at the top of Bentley"s priority list.
This is the SUV that’s...
This is the SUV that’s set to put Ford back on the off-roader map – the Explorer America. After the sale of Land Rover is completed, the blue oval will have a Discovery-sized hole in its UK line-up, but this model promises to fill the gap.
This muscle car created...
This muscle car created quite a stir at last week’s Specialty Equipment Market Association show (SEMA). Pictures of the stunning ’Cuda concept were leaked on the eve of the Las Vegas event, prompting wild speculation among fans. The striking coupé debuted on the Chrysler stand, and is inspired by the legendary Plymouth Barracuda. However, dreams of a comeback for the celebrated model were shattered on the opening day of the expo.
This Sunday, the World...
This Sunday, the World Touring Car Championship is in action around the picturesque French town of Pau. James Thompson was the star last time out in Valencia, becoming only the second driver to win twice on the same weekend in WTCC history. The series is being lead by BMW duo Andy Priaulx and Jörg Müller.
This week"s mag has...
This week"s mag has the first pictures of the eagerly anticipated model, which looks sure to spark a buying frenzy among upmarket hatchback fans when it arrives on UK forecourts next year.
Three is the magic number...
Three is the magic number at Mercedes. This is the third version of the SLR McLaren coupé, and it’s the meanest yet!
Throwing litter out...
Throwing litter out of your car window is a shameful and anti-social habit. But itò€™s clearly addictive. More than 1.3 million bits of rubbish are dropped on Britainò€™s motorways every weekend. Thatò€™s over 67 million items a year, according to the Highways Agency.
To make matters worse...
To make matters worse, hedgehogs are rubbish at running, and rise up like a speedboat the faster they go
Toyota has revealed...
Toyota has revealed that the traditional "boxes are proving difficult to match to the complex power cycles of new petrol/electric hybrid engines, and so are likely to be unsuitable for its hi-tech traction control systems, too. Cars such as the new Auris, which currently come in manual form, will eventually only be available as autos.
True, on roads, tracks...
True, on roads, tracks, frozen lakes and in remote deserts I often test cars whose tanks have been filled by the manufacturers. But I also spend time driving around in a wide variety of gas-guzzling and frugal models which run on fuel I"ve paid for. It"s impossible to estimate how much I"ve personally spent over the decades. But the last thing I"m prepared to do is beat myself up over the fact. And although it"s entirely up to you, my humble advice is that you shouldn"t feel bad either.
True, the organiser...
True, the organiser of the event, the Society of Motor Manufactures and Traders (SMMT), has tried to make it more appealing by moving it to the spring. But the truth is the change hasn"t worked. Nor, I suspect, will a new domestic venue be the answer to the UK show"s long-running and inexplicable catalogue of headaches and embarrassments.
Twin-spoke alloys and...
Twin-spoke alloys and quadruple exhausts identify the hot new model, which insiders say could use the same 343bhp 3.2-litre straight-six engine as the current M3. It would give the much smaller Z4 Coup탩 stunning perform-ance and a five-second 0-60mph time.
UK Smart is the work...
UK Smart is the work of bespoke vehicle builder Carbonyte UK, based in Christchurch, Dorset, and is 5.1 metres long. Yet despite the modifications, it can hit motorway speeds using the original 600cc engine, thanks to a new lightweight alloy chassis. Called Smaaart, the one-off is being used as a Red Bull promotional vehicle – but you can order your own for ÷£25,000.
UK tunnel operators...
UK tunnel operators are considering bringing in the startling new safety measure - a laser projection of the sign on to a sheet of water sprayed from pipes above - to prevent drivers getting caught in underground incidents.
Under the bonnet is...
Under the bonnet is the same 1.6-litre engine as in the 207 GT. But Peu÷geot has boosted power from 150bhp to 175bhp
Used boost as VW site relaunches...
Used boost as VW site relaunches...
Used buyers have never...
Used buyers have never been so content – that’s the verdict from one of the UK’s leading vehicle retailers. According to Brit-ish Car Auctions (BCA), a huge 72 per cent of second-hand customers were “very sat-isfied” with their new motor last year.
Using the underpinnings...
Using the underpinnings of the recently launched ForFour, the newcomer will feature jacked-up suspension, chunkier styling, flared wheelarches and larger rims. Tracing its heritage back to the TRIDION4 concept car unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2001, the ForMore follows Smart"s favoured design technique - bolting interchangeable plastic panels to a steel frame.
Vauxhall is flexing...
Vauxhall is flexing its creative muscles with the next Zafira – and here’s the proof! Sister company Opel un÷veiled this stunning concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show. And, according to the maker, it gives strong hints as to how the next generation of the big-selling MPV will look.
Want to save fuel and...
Want to save fuel and cut down your CO2 emissions? The DTI has just unveiled the ò€œAct On CO2ò€ initiative to encourage car buyers to purchase more fuel efficient motors. Auto Express has conducted its own research to find Britainò€™s 100 most economical motors.
WATCH out Ferrari ò€“...
WATCH out Ferrari ò€“ Pagani is developing a replacement for the Zonda! Caught testing in Italy, our spy photographers shot this prototype putting its new engine, advanced aerodynamics and totally fresh chassis through their paces.
Welcome to the baby...
Welcome to the baby hot hatch revolution! While performance fans have had a feast of high-powered superminis in recent months, we can reveal the new kids on the block that are ready to rip up the rule book.
We"ll be revealing the...
We"ll be revealing the some of the class results online over the next week, starting with the best supermini. If you can"t wait or need the full facts, seek out this week"s issue on the bookstalls.
Well, judging by our...
Well, judging by our test ride, it has a great chance. Unlike most rival electric scooters, the Vectrix has been designed from the outset to run on battery power, rather than being converted from a petrol machine.
We revealed the rear...
We revealed the rear view of this sizzling MINI Clubman before, when it appeared on a poster at October’s Tokyo Motor Show – and now we can unveil the front end, too.
We"ve already seen official...
We"ve already seen official shots of the front end, but this is our first chance to take a look at the rear and interior. The firm"s latest model, which debuted at the recent Los Angeles Motor Show, is only 5.5cm shorter than the Lexus RX off-roader. But the sleek design is more like a coupé, and stylists have used the marque"s RX-8 as inspiration.
When it makes its world...
When it makes its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month, the 2"s bold design is sure to cause a stir
When we told you about...
When we told you about the new McLaren-powered Viper in Issue 914, we didn’t have any pictures of the Dodge-y motor. But now we do!
Whether we’re...
Whether we’re car drivers, bikers or bus and coach users, we each have our corners to fight and are all entitled to our say. And the same is true of truck operators. As with the rest of us, they pay a high price to put their vehicles on the road and keep them running. And judging by the amount of complaints I have heard over the years from the lorry boys and girls – about everything from low profit margins to unfair competition created by foreign-registered vehicles – I always thought they were genuinely hard-up.
While it"s not brave...
While it"s not brave enough to publicly admit it, Labour is clearly anti-car, and so are the Lib Dems. Fair enough. At least those of us who sit down and work these things out for ourselves (rather than read the nauseous party manifesto propaganda) know where we stand with these two motorist-bashing political outfits. The Conservatives are slightly different; traditionally, they have tended to be more sympathetic towards the existence of cars and the 50 million people who drive or get driven in them.
Will raising the driving...
Will raising the driving age to 18 reduce road deaths? Iò€™m not sure. Most people of this age will simply ride motorbikes instead
Winner Honda Civic Type R
Winner Honda Civic Type R
Winter has set in, and...
Winter has set in, and Peugeot is already making good use of the snow in Scan÷dinavia to start cold weather testing of its new baby estate.
With a deep front splitter...
With a deep front splitter, low side skirts and high rear wing, it"s more aggressive looking than ever - and the style is backed up by the dynamics. Using the same 3.6-litre flat six-cylinder unit as the outgoing model, engineers have increased airflow through the engine and upped power from 381bhp to 415bhp at 7,600rpm.
With agile handling...
With agile handling and a fine ride, the B-MAX will be great to drive, as well as flexible
With all the secretive...
With all the secretive tape and plastic disguising removed, we can finally see how company design boss Chris Bangle"s team has gone to work on the Mercedes C-Class rival. It"s immediately clear the maker hasn"t shied away from its current controversial styling theme - and this will make the 3 one of the most distinctive cars in its class.
WITH car prices in the...
WITH car prices in the doldrums at the moment, youò€™d think there would never be a better time to head down to your local auction house and bag a bargain.
With its sharp Giugiaro-designed...
With its sharp Giugiaro-designed body, a cutting-edge new platform and a range of revamped engines, this is an Alfa that won"t rely on style alone in order to attract buyers. The 156 replacement carries over many of its predecessor"s styling cues, but adds even more distinctive details.
With looks inspired...
With looks inspired by the Brera coupé, the two-door convertible is the long-awaited successor to the current drop-top, which dates back to 1996.
With record high fuel...
With record high fuel prices and a growing appreciation that drivers will have to curb their thirst for gas-guzzlers, reality is hitting home for motorists in the USA. That"s what has prompted Ford to turn its attention to building a stylish small coupé once again.
With rivals such as...
With rivals such as the Peugeot 206 CC and Vauxhall"s Tigra now well established, Renault is keen to join the class. Sister firm Nissan is already a step ahead, and will launch the Micra C+C drop-top at this September"s Frankfurt Motor Show.
With storm clouds gathering...
With storm clouds gathering over the global car industry, petrolheads needed some exciting news to lift their spirits at the start of December.
With the hatchback already...
With the hatchback already on sale and the Clubman estate due to arrive in showrooms early next year, the drop-top will be the third model to join the second-generation MINI line-up.
With the imminent release...
With the imminent release of the firm"s latest sports saloon, BMW test drivers have apparently let down their guard. Snapped out on the road free of a heavy disguise for the first time, this week"s mag shots shows how the new coupé looks in M sport guise.
With three races gone...
With three races gone, there are now three drivers at the head of the championship, and five within seven points of each other.
Yet with a vast 500-litre...
Yet with a vast 500-litre boot which can be extended to 1,650 litres with the rear seats folded
You can see that the...
You can see that the car"s front end is lifted straight from the Roomster supermini-MPV, unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The model snapped here is the estate variant, which will go on sale alongside a conventional five-door hatchback. A saloon version will also be available, but it is thought the Fabia line-up will continue without a three-door.
You heard it here first!...
You heard it here first! Way back in September last year, Auto Express revealed Jaguarò€™s plans to expand its XF range.
Your eyes are not deceiving...
Your eyes are not deceiving you – this SUV has a prancing horse on the bonnet. In a move set to cause a stir across the world, Ferrari is considering putting its famous name to a rival for the Porsche Cayenne.
You"ve seen the pictures...
You"ve seen the pictures - but how is Ford"s new Mondeo going to perform when it finally hits the road? Auto Express is the first magazine in the world to find out.