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Bugatti tests the Bolide supercar and promises Formula 1 power

Bugatti has completed production testing of the Bolide, its track-exclusive hypercar, which promises impressive performance thanks to its over 1,500 horsepower from a W-16 engine and significant weight reduction.

22 amazing electric emergency vehicles

Vauxhall Grandland reinvented with 435-mile electric option

Flagship SUV grows with petrol and EV options; is first Vauxhall based on STLA Medium platform

RAC figures reveal the true impact of potholes on drivers

RAC figures reveal the true impact of potholes on drivers - Potholes are often formed when water freezes and expands after entering cracks in the road surface

19 asymmetrical cars

Kia Tasman ute previewed in Aussie wrap

The Kia Tasman ute has been wrapped in a special camouflage by artist Richard Boyd-Dunlop, with the theme named ‘The Path Never Taken’.

2024 BMW iX xDrive50 Long-Term Test: A Road Trip Champ, Even With A Flat Tire

Spotting the sun meant covering a lot of miles, and sacrificing one tire to the gods.

The 25 most iconic film and TV vehicles

Here are the 25 most iconic film and TV vehicles, ranked in order of their first appearances.

The Biggest Smart Ever Is a Wannabe Off-Roader

The mid-size SUV is a far cry from the dinky ForTwo.

Every engine configuration in a production car ever

Super73 Has New Special Editions E-Bikes Built For Every Rider

A perfect beach cruiser or commuter with style.

22 cars that are 60 in 2024

6 spacious homes for car lovers

Featuring a 14-car showroom in Oregon and a Bentley-style apartment in Florida

Smart Concept #5 Previews Brand’s First Midsize Electric SUV

The #5 is huge for a Smart and features a battery pack with over 100 kilowatt-hours of capacity.

Quad Lock Has New Mounts For Cruiser Motorcycles With Thick Bars

You can have it in either black or chrome to suit your steed’s styling.

30 little-known Italian car makers

20 of the world’s fastest family cars

Pothole crisis continues with record number of vehicle breakdowns

The UK's pothole epidemic is intensifying with the RAC attending 10% more breakdowns resulting from motorists driving through potholes than a year ago.

Original Joe Dirt Dodge Charger Daytona Movie Car Sells for $330,000

Hollywood movies and car culture are closely connected. In some films, like American Graffiti and Bullitt, the cars are the stars, while other movies have turned cars into stars, like the DeLorean in Back to the Future and James Bond's Aston Martin DB5. It’s not uncommon for brand new cars to make their debut on the silver screen either. For example, Audi partnered with Columbia Pictures and Marvel Studios to place the redesigned, fifth...

The most controversial BMWs ever made

BMW has built some of the world's best cars in its illustrious history, but some made more of a splash than others…

Nymphia Wind’s RuPaul’s Drag Race win sparks celebrations in Taiwan

Nymphia Wind’s RuPaul’s Drag Race win sparks celebrations in Taiwan - Designer Leo Tsao’s drag persona is first non-American to win reality show

25 cars with an engine from a different manufacturer

Watch: Multiple onlookers hit by out-of-control cars at burnout event, Greg Murphy says he has 'no sympathy'

One woman gets run over and flipped by the rear end of a spinning car.

Council builds new £51m 'park and ride' site - but no road into it

The 850-space car park off the A40 in Eynsham, Oxfordshire was finished in January - apart from some landscaping works - and was promised to cut congestion in the area by a third.

2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid: It's Real Good

The hybrid should be the only powertrain offered on Toyota's mid-size pickup.

Golf club ranger, 90, inspiring next generation

William Clark has been a member of Maryport Golf Club for more than 30 years.

21 famously faulty classic cars

BYD Shark Is China’s New Plug-In Hybrid Pickup Truck

The BYD Shark is a plug-in hybrid that may also get a fully electric version at some point.

25 important Alfa Romeo coupés

Electric Cars Will Soon Outnumber Gasoline Cars In Norway

All-electric cars already represent roughly 90% of total new passenger car sales in the country.

25 most expensive cars in this week’s Mullin Collection sale

Tesla shares nudge higher despite 15 month slide, ahead of Q1 report

Tesla announced it would cut the prices of three of its models in the US last week as the company faces falling sales, stiff competition and the recall of some 4,000 cybertrucks

Recall: Intimidator And Mahindra UTV U-Joint Failures Could Severs Brake Lines

Talk about a double whammy.

New U.S. EV Registrations Went Into The Red In February For First Time Since 2020

Without Tesla, which is the biggest player by far in the EV game, the numbers actually went up compared to last year.

This Bonkers 48-Cylinder Kawasaki Just Sold For Over $114,400

In case you're keeping count, the selling price including premium was approximately $2,363.06 per cylinder.

The Mercedes AMG GT Hybrid Has 9 Miles Of Electric Range On Purpose

The 816-horsepower hybrid's battery is intentionally compromised to offer little energy.

What happens when an electric car runs out of charge?

Weird, strange & generally surprising car facts

As we navigate difficult times, let's take a diversion. Even Autocar readers may not know all these weird facts about the automotive world

Who invented Scalextric? Was it the first electric race car set?

In 1912, New York toymaker Lionel Co. launched the first electric slot car racing set, featuring heavy tinplate cars, miniature drivers and a two-lane track.

From tweaked headrests to new floors: China’s F1 updates in full

The intensity of Formula 1 sprint weekends means teams are reluctant to bring major upgrades because there is a lack of time to properly test them.

The women who revolutionized the automotive industry

The birth of the modern car dates back to 1886. German inventor Karl Benz started a revolution in the way people moved around, and the industry has since been mostly dominated by men. Women, however, also played a crucial role in shaping the automotive industry. From being credited with the invention of key auto parts, to the interior and exterior design of vehicles, and managing automakers at the highest level, women have put their stamp in car history. Browse through the following gallery and learn more about the women who revolutionized the automotive industry.

Police hunt 'dangerous' man who rammed cop car

The public are being urged not to approach the man and to call 111 if they see the car of interest.

First pictures: 2024 Range Rover Electric shown in full

Land Rover brand's first EV tests in extreme conditions as it approaches a launch later this year

’80s saloon cars that time forgot

Revealed: The world's largest RVs and mega motorhomes

Dubbed land yachts and mobile mansions, the world's biggest motorhomes are no ordinary RVs, kitted out with luxury amenities and sprawling living spaces. Let's take a tour...

Rolls-Royce Is Trying to Bring Back White-Wall Tires

This made-to-order Ghost has 104,268 stitches in the doors, and it's one of three special vehicles unveiled for customers in China.

Sustainable alternatives to lithium-ion batteries

Powering everything from smartphones to electric cars, batteries are an important power source in our everyday lives. But batteries are not exactly friends of the planet, are they? That being the case, the race is on to find a more sustainable alternative to the traditional lithium-ion battery. Curious? Check out this gallery to learn about some key contenders in the race.

U.S. Non-Tesla EV Sales Slowed Down In Q1 2024, But There Are Some Clear Winners

Ford is the only brand besides Tesla that sold over 20,000 EVs. Kia, BMW and Hyundai exceeded 10,000, while Cadillac's EV share surged.

The New Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Costs $65,395

That’s over $8,000 more expensive than the Ford Ranger Raptor.

We're Driving the BMW 750e PHEV. Ask Us Anything

BMW's flagship luxury sedan is now available as a plug-in—and it's in my driveway this week.