The new generation of pure-electric MINI Cooper and Aceman models will be assembled in Plant Oxford in three years time after a £600 Million investment led by BMW. The UK Government is reportedly giving £75 Million towards the cost of reconfiguring the factory and erecting new logistics facilities, it was announced yesterday. The investment will also see the end of petrol and diesel models … [Read more...]
Newcomers: Cars
Weekend roadtest: Subaru Solterra Touring
Subaru made its name in Britain with some compact go-anywhere estates before its reputation accelerated through the World Rally Championship. Both disciplines relied on a thoroughly designed and engineered all-wheel-drive system which would put much more expensive and complicated, if less reliable, rivals to shame. Subaru was better where it matters, as their marketing speak says, but that’s … [Read more...]
Newslines 4 September
The fifth generation, all-electric MINI Cooper will be unveiled at the German Motor Show in Munich this week. It will be available in E or SE grades with 190 or 250 miles range and priced from £30,000 next Spring. EDF’s small and medium-sized enterprise business customers can now save up to 40% on the cost of an electric vehicle through DriveElectric’s salary sacrifice scheme. Building upon … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Genesis Gv60 Premium
Having the right face can open doors for you and this is the thinking behind the latest Genesis GV60 ev. It is the first model to use the company’s new pure electric platform, winning independent awards for its sophistication and performance and has just been updated with a raft of features designed to make owning, driving and enjoying the 'baby-Genesis' a better experience. So, after a very … [Read more...]
Newcomers 29 August
The OMODA 5 has been awarded a five-star safety rating by the European New Car Assessment Program ahead of its 2024 arrival in Britain. Scoring 87% for adult occupants, 87% for child occupants, and 88% for safety assistance systems, the Chery OMODA 5 safeguarded all passengers. Lexus has added extra sporting style to its electrified RX large luxury SUV range with the introduction of a new F … [Read more...]
Newcomers 21 August
Bentley has added 18-cms to the wheelbase of its Bentayga SUV to create the 180mph Extended Wheelbase Mulliner model now on sale. It features sustainable materials for the seats and trimmings, has distinctive grille and wheels, and is fitted with the familiar 550ps Bentley 4.0V8 petrol engine, 8-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel-drive. … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: BMW X1 xDrive2.3i M Sport
As the motor industry increasingly turns in on itself and concentrates on niche models it’s good to see the BMW X1 arrive, genuinely offering something for everyone. Sport, xLine and M Sport trim levels span seven models including three or four cylinder petrol-hybrid units, four-cylinder diesels and an electric version to ensure there is something for every requirement or preference. To that … [Read more...]
73-plate buyers’ guide
Shop around for the car which suits you and your pocket with a new '73' plate. Ahead of the arrival of the new “73” vehicle registration in England, Wales and Scotland on the 1st of September, The Motor Ombudsman, the Ombudsman dedicated to the automotive sector, is highlighting 12 handy tips for motorists to take into consideration when looking to buy a new car to help ensure that it meets their … [Read more...]
Reservations open for Lexus LBX
Lexus has opened pre-sales for the all-new LBX, just eight weeks after the “breakthrough crossover” made its world debut. UK customers wanting to be among the first to own this pivotal new model can place an advance order via the Lexus consumer website at https://www.lexus.co.uk/new-cars/lbx/pre-order. They can choose their preferred model grade and Lexus centre and seal their order with a … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 August
Honda has confirmed the pricing and specifications for the new CR-V e:HEV and e:PHEV heading for showrooms later this year. The larger sixth generation of the CR-V will be available with either a full hybrid (e:HEV) or, for the first time in Europe, a plug-in hybrid (e:PHEV) powertrain, from £45,895. The 1950s Museum at Denbigh, North Wales is attracting increasing visitor numbers to … [Read more...]