Tech

​2025 changeover could safeguard our classics

​AMG has earned the honour of developing the brand new R232 SL from scratch – find out how Mercedes’ performance division has broken new ground with the automotive icon using a range of technological advancements.

Isn’t it great when a product does exactly what it says on the tin? ‘Fabsil Gold is a concentrated highly-effective silicone-based water repellent treatment for all kinds of outdoor kit.

​The BMW Digital Key is now available for smartphones using the Android operating system

​The ‘one-stop-shop’ digital tool is an improved prospect for both Apple and Android smartphones

​A pilot scheme to charge non-zero emissions vehicles in Oxford city centre began on 28 February, following an announcement by Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council.

Development of the forthcoming BMW i7 continues with focus now turning to acoustic testing. BMW has been refining the acoustics of the car with the aim of ensuring disturbing noises are kept away from occupants.

​Fifteen years ago or so, a mate of mine used to work for the Co-Op. And into his shop, one day, sauntered a reasonably well known former rock star

So we’ve finally seen Alfa Romeo’s new Tonale in the flesh and had a good prod around it. What do we make of it?

​Most readers will be aware of the degradation effects of ageing in electric vehicles with lithium-ion batteries, which are primarily related to the crystal structure and chemistry of the electrodes

​Nissan has confirmed it will not invest in passenger cars to meet the Euro 7 emissions standards, with no new purely combustion engine-powered models arriving in Europe from 2023 onwards.

​Lotus has embarked on a new era with the launch of the Eletre all-electric ‘Hyper-SUV’, which is the first car in a new line-up

​Brit firm Warwick Acoustics is aiming to disrupt the £6 billion in-car audio market with innovative Electro Acoustic Panels, based on its patented Electrostatic Loudspeaker technology

​Ford is testing connected traffic light technology that could turn green for ambulances

​Peugeot is breathing new life into its car accessories range, thanks to 3D printing technology. Now available in the Peugeot Lifestyle online store, the range kicks off for the 308 with add-ons include a sunglasses holder, phone, card and drinks holder.

​As we've pointed out previously, the benefits of electric power for transport hinges significantly on how green the electricity is when vehicles are charged

​The second of four new limited-run Porsches to be released under the manufacturer’s Heritage Design banner, the new 992 Sport Classic takes heavy influence from the Carrera RS 2.7 and the more recent 997 Sport Classic

​Following recent proposals to change the annual MoT to a two-yearly test, a charity dedicated to raising awareness of the dangers of defective tyres is asking the government to reconsider the idea.