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BYD Great Tang SUV tops 10,000 sales for third month running

The BYD Great Tang, a D-segment flagship SUV available as an EV or PHEV, has delivered over 10,000 units monthly for three consecutive months and is set for overseas expansion.

LiveWire S4 Honcho Street Approved for Motorcycle License Training

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation has cleared the LiveWire S4 Honcho Street electric motorcycle for use in rider training, making it possible for new riders to earn their licence without learning clutch control.

BMW M Builds One-Millionth Car and Teases M3 EV as Munich Plant Prepares for Electric Future

BMW M GmbH has produced its one-millionth car, a Fire Orange M3 Competition, and previewed the upcoming M3 EV as the Munich plant moves to all-electric production by 2027.

Jaguar F-Type Four-Cylinder Spotted Testing at Nürburgring

Jaguar has been heard testing a four-cylinder F-Type at the Nürburgring, confirming the arrival of a lighter, turbocharged entry model in the sports car range.

Jaguar confirms C-X75 hybrid hypercar for limited production

Jaguar will build 250 examples of the C-X75, a carbon-fibre hybrid supercar developed with Williams F1, targeting over 200mph and emissions below 99g/km.

Tesla Patent Reveals Sports Car with Active Wing, Hints at Roadster Preview

A newly published Tesla patent shows a detailed sports car with an active rear wing, prompting speculation about the upcoming Roadster's design and aerodynamic features.

Tesla Model 3 Gains 16-Inch Screen and Performance Upgrades in US

Tesla has updated the Model 3 for the US, Puerto Rico, and Mexico with a larger touchscreen, improved acceleration, and increased range on select models.

Next-Gen Polestar 2 Targets BMW i3 With New Platform and 800V Tech

Polestar will unveil the second-generation Polestar 2 next year, featuring a new platform, batteries and motors, and aiming to rival the BMW i3 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric.

MG leads UK August 2026 pre-registration figures with 553 cars

SMMT data for August 2026 shows MG topping UK pre-registrations, with Volkswagen, Audi, Renault, Skoda and Dacia also reporting low single-digit disposals and gross revenues.

BMW launches 2027 i3 with up to 468-mile range and $61,500 price

BMW’s new i3 electric sedan claims up to 468 miles of range, dual-motor AWD and fast-charging tech, but the starting price is $61,500 before fees.

Chevrolet Bolt faces early end as sales and output fall short

Chevrolet's Bolt is expected to leave production in early 2027, with third-party sources citing poor sales, limited promotion and a much-reduced build total compared to original plans.

BYD overhauls Seagull EV with larger body and luxury features

BYD’s cheapest electric car, the Seagull, is being replaced by a bigger, more powerful model with higher-end equipment and a new 95 kW motor.

Helderburg’s Vermeer Classic Defender Restomod Priced at $403,740

The Arkansas-based specialist’s Vermeer restomod retains the original 300Tdi engine and costs an estimated 2.5 times more than a new Defender Octa.

McLaren and Nissan confirm £670m UK investments, creating jobs and boosting output

McLaren will spend £500 million on a new model and carbon fibre development, while Nissan commits £170 million to Sunderland production and job security.

UK EV model count doubles as 171 BEVs now on sale

UK buyers now have access to 171 battery electric models, with a new EV arriving every fortnight and average ranges exceeding 300 miles per charge.

GM’s 8.3L Duramax V8 Outmuscles Ford in Power and Torque

Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD get a new 8.3-litre Duramax V8 with 555hp and 1,230lb-ft, but Ford retains the lead in gooseneck towing.

National Highways to trial four Hyundai IONIQ 9 electric SUVs

Four Hyundai IONIQ 9 seven-seat electric SUVs, converted by Richell Vehicle Conversions, will be tested by National Highways for frontline traffic officer duties on England’s major roads.

Porsche Offers Arctic Circle Winter Driving Lessons in Levi, Finland

Porsche’s Ice Experience in Finnish Lapland lets drivers test the limits of control on meticulously prepared ice tracks using the latest Porsche models, with expert instruction and exclusive activities.

Porsche plans Pajun as smaller Panamera rival for E-Class

Porsche is developing the Pajun, a mid-size saloon positioned below the Panamera, with launch targeted for 2016 or 2017 and prices starting around €60,000.

Audi A4 e-tron delayed to 2029 as next-gen A4 range expands

Audi’s next-generation A4 will return as both a saloon and Avant, but the all-electric A4 e-tron has been pushed back to 2029 due to SSP platform delays.

Fiat 500 Set for Chinese Market Launch as Fiat Expands Global Reach

Fiat confirms plans to introduce the 500 city car to China, targeting urban buyers as part of its wider strategy to grow in the world’s largest car market.

Shengrui unveils China’s first longitudinal 8-speed automatic

Shengrui Transmission has launched the country’s first homegrown longitudinal 8-speed automatic for commercial vehicles, aiming to break foreign dominance in the sector.

Aston Martin Prepares All-Electric Version of Cygnet City Car

Aston Martin is developing an all-electric Cygnet as part of its exploration into zero-emission urban mobility, broadening its portfolio beyond luxury sports cars.

Best Low Rolling Resistance Tyres Tested: Efficiency Without Compromise

Independent tests show that the latest low rolling resistance tyres can deliver real fuel or range savings without sacrificing wet grip or safety, with several models now outperforming older rivals.