MILITEM FERŌX ADVENTURE ready for international markets
The new MILITEM FERŌX ADVENTURE represents the latest and finest in MILITEM’s ‘American tech/Italian made’ philosophy and is ready to be distributed in international markets.
Kia achieves record European market share
According to new data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA)* Kia has achieved its highest ever market share in Europe of 3.9 per cent during the first half of 2021.
Jeep® celebrates 80 years by building an electric present and future
On 15 July, 1941, the former Willys-Overland Co. Signed a contract with the U.S. War Department to begin production of the first military Jeep vehicle. Eighty years later, the Jeep brand thrives around the world with a product line-up that continues to expand into new segments, a devoted community of global customers and the utilisation of 4xe
MG Motor breaks mid-year records
MG Motor has seen a 76.3% year-on-year growth in the UK at the midpoint of 2021, outselling its total 2019 volume by the end of June.
Zenseact receives ECARX strategic investment, companies plan autonomous driving technology collaboration in China
Volvo Cars has announced its autonomous driving (AD) software development subsidiary Zenseact has received a strategic investment by ECARX, the privately-owned Chinese provider of cutting-edge connected car technology.
Kia rocks Electric Avenue at Goodwood
Kia’s premiere appearance at the world famous Goodwood Festival of Speed sets pulses racing with the first UK public outing of the EV6 electric car and track focused one-off special ‘Stinger GT420’.
70% of PEUGEOT models electric in 2021
Electrification is at the heart of the PEUGEOT’s strategy, and the new PEUGEOT 308 will offer two rechargeable hybrid engines on its saloon and SW estate versions from launch. With these new additions, PEUGEOT’s vehicle range will be 70% electric by the end of 2021, including passenger cars and commercial vehicles. By 2023, 85% of the brand's
Lexus Design Award 2022 open for entries
The Lexus Design Award 2022 competition is now open for entries, which can be submitted online at lexusdesignaward.com from today, 13 July, through to 10 October 2021.
Vauxhall to be all-electric in 2028
Vauxhall is opening the next chapter of its comprehensive electrification offensive: the British brand will focus entirely on full battery electric vehicles from 2028.
New functions and greater comfort: Volkswagen launches Over-the-Air Updates for the ID. Family
Volkswagen is taking the next big step towards becoming a software-oriented mobility provider: from this summer, the brand will regularly send software updates “Over-the-Air” to models in its ID. Family. This makes Volkswagen the first and only high-volume manufacturer to make this innovative technology available to its customers on a broad basis.
Rimac and Bugatti combine forces in historic new venture
Today (05 th July 21), Rimac Automobili announces another major milestone in its history, as it combines forces with iconic automotive brand, Bugatti Automobiles, to create a new automotive and technological powerhouse.
Ellesmere Port will support sustainable mobility through the production of an all-electric vehicle, starting in 2022
Stellantis announces today (06 th July 21) a £100million investment in Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant to transform the site for a new era in electric vehicle manufacturing. Ellesmere Port will become the first Stellantis plant to produce a solely battery-electric model, in both commercial and passenger versions
Saietta Group plc raising £37.5 million to accelerate growth strategy
Saietta Group plc (Saietta), a UK company that has developed the innovative Axial Flux Technology (AFT) electric motor, has announced its listing on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market, raising expected gross proceeds of £37.5 million with an approximate market capitalisation of £102.1 million at the issue price.
Dacia sells its 200,000th car in the UK
Dacia is popping corks of affordable, but good quality bubbles, as it celebrates reaching 200,000 sales in the UK. This momentous milestone has been achieved just eight years since the brand launched to market. Year on year, Dacia has built a strong reputation of offering consumers essential, practical, and robust vehicles all for a shockingly
Nissan unveils EV36Zero – a £1bn Electric Vehicle (EV) Hub to accelerate the journey to carbon neutrality
Nissan today (01 st July 2021) unveils Nissan EV36Zero, a £1 billion flagship Electric Vehicle (EV) Hub creating a world-first EV manufacturing ecosystem.
Kia UK sales bounce back in first half of 2021
Kia UK Limited has posted its best-ever first-half market share, accounting for 5 per cent of total UK registrations through the first six months of 2021.
Next-generation pure electric Volvo comes with lidar technology and AI-driven supercomputer as standard to help save lives
Volvo Cars’ forthcoming fully electric flagship SUV will have industry-leading safety technology as standard, helping to save even more lives as the company sets a new benchmark for automotive safety.
Lexus technology leadership gives the all-new NX 450h+ class-leading potential
The all-new NX marks the introduction of Lexus’s first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), the latest achievement in the brand’s distinguished history of electrified vehicle innovation.
Vauxhall supports all-electric Paramotor world record attempt
Vauxhall is providing four 100% electric vehicles in support of the ‘Round Britain Climate Challenge’, a Guinness World Records attempt to fly around Britain in a fully electric paramotor.
Bentley launches New Excellence Centre at celebrated Crewe factory
Bentley Motors today (22/06/2021) certified for delivery its first car from a new, dedicated Excellence Centre for Vehicle Finish at the company’s celebrated factory in Crewe, England. Board Member for Manufacturing, Peter Bosch, drove the first car – a Bentayga V8 – off the line, as part of a celebratory ceremony for colleagues on site.
Nissan breaks through fourth wall on London’s Southbank for launch of the all-new and electrified Nissan Qashqai
As part of the launch for the third generation all-new Nissan Qashqai, now electrified with mild hybrid technology, TBWA\London has devised Europe’s first automotive 3D experiential activity.
Mazda continues commitment to carbon neutrality and driver safety
Heading towards a carbon-neutral future by 2050, the Mazda Motor Corporation today announced that it will accelerate its global electrification plans. By 2030, Mazda assumes that a quarter of its products will be fully electric and all other models will be electrified in some form.
Volvo starts online sales and subscriptions for extended XC40 Recharge pure electric SUV range
The expanded Volvo XC40 Recharge pure electric range is now available for UK customers to purchase online. Three new versions of the compact SUV have been introduced, with updated equipment specifications that enhance the customer appeal of this stylish addition to the Volvo range.
Volkswagen plans to use new 3D printing process in vehicle production in the years ahead
Volkswagen is pressing ahead with the use of innovative 3D printers in car production. For the first time, the newest process – known as binder jetting – is being used to manufacture components at the company’s main plant in Wolfsburg, Germany.
Jaguar Land Rover to develop hydrogen-powered defender fuel cell prototype
Jaguar Land Rover is developing a prototype hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) based on the new Land Rover Defender, with testing scheduled to begin this year.