BMW’s decision to revive the Neue Klasse name for its next generation of cars might suggest a desire to go retro, but it actually serves notice of its radical intent.
Reborn 3 Series to usher in new electric era. First car on BMW’s revolutionary Neue Klasse platform will be saloon with new motors, long-range battery and sustainable materials.
I'm still slowly digesting the data supplied in the launch announcement for the significant new BMW EV, the i4. The sporty M50 variant apparently weighs 2.3 tonnes unloaded, and its electric motor delivers 537bhp
As readers will be well aware, there’s a big shift happening. And while we can count ourselves as ‘early adopters’, with a keen interest in technology and motoring in general, the majority face a plunge into the world of electric driving
Highways England is promoting a switch to warm mix asphalts (WMAs) which bring CO2 savings of up to 15 per cent compared to more traditional hot mix asphalts that are normally used
The NX 350h features a 2.5-litre petrol engine with self-charging hybrid technology, while the NX 450h+ adds plug-in functionality. Sitting on the company’s GA-K platform
Current lithium-ion (Li-ion) electric vehicle battery technology and production is continually being refined, and has progressively reduced battery costs over recent years, but rising raw material costs now threaten that progress
MINI is shining a light on sustainability with its one-off STRIP concept car, co-created with fashion designer Paul Smith. The car was styled according to the principles of ‘maximum reduction’, and to show off the raw materials used in its construction
The BMW Group put sustainability at the centre of its presence at the IAA Mobility show with an emphasis on CO2 targets. In a bid to help combat climate change, the Group
The new Skoda Fabia will get a range of four petrol engines when it arrives early next year. Updates will ensure the units offer better efficiency and lower CO2 emissions than the outgoing model
Mercedes-Benz took the opportunity to showcase the full breadth of its current and future electric vehicle line-up at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Germany
Volvo has upgraded the technology in its plug-in hybrid 60 and 90 series to offer improved driving range while in the pure electric mode. The main improvements include a new longer-range battery,
SEAT has scooped the top honour at the 39th Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year competition but there were also big wins for the all-electric Skoda Enyaq iV 80, Volvo V60 Recharge and SsangYong Musso Rhino.
There is a new Toyota RAV4 on the horizon called the Adventure and it boasts stand-out rugged styling that perfectly suits the car’s “go anywhere” spirit.
Skoda is adding to its all-electric Enyaq iV range early next year, with the unveiling of a five-door coupé model. Customers can select between two battery sizes and three power variants
