Sir Jim Ratcliffe has proved that a British billionaire can bring an all-new car to market, today launching his ‘back to basics’ Ineos Grenadier – a rugged, hard-working and utilitarian 4X4 machine. The Grenadier, named after the multinational chemical company owner’s favourite pub in Knightsbridge, is expected to cost from between £30,000 and £45,000 and … Read more
War has been declared on polluting petrol and diesel vehicles, and motorists can expect to pay more and more to keep driving them. So is it time to turn your back on fossil fuel? How much do electric cars cost to run, and could you really run out of power on the motorway? Money Mail … Read more
Lamborghini on water: Iconic car maker teams up with Italian boat builder to create a superyacht with two V12 engines producing 4,000 horsepower The Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 is a limited-edition superyacht inspired by the £3million Siân hypercar It uses two V12 engines – each producing 2,000hp – that weigh the same as a Lamborghini Urus … Read more
Citroen hopes you will be sitting comfortably for the launch today of its new C4 compact hatchback – because that’s the whole point for drivers and passengers of the car offered in electric, petrol and diesel modes. That’s because they reckon the blend of style, tech, design and engineering in their latest car will make … Read more
Land Rover really does means business with rugged new commercial vehicle versions of its latest 21st century Defender model. The upmarket alternative to ‘white van man’ is set to prove a hit with small businesses who want to add a bit of extra 4X4 style and capability to their firms as they accelerate out of … Read more
Land Rover really does means business with rugged new commercial vehicle versions of its latest 21st century Defender model. The upmarket alternative to ‘white van man’ is set to prove a hit with small businesses who want to add a bit of extra 4X4 style and capability to their firms as they accelerate out of … Read more
MOTs will be mandatory again from August as the Government cuts short the six-month test exemption during pandemic A six-month MOT test exemption was introduced on 30 March to help slow the spread of the coronavirus In April and May, MOT test volumes fell to just 2.2m – down from 7.2m in 2019 Restrictions on … Read more
Around 5,300 cars were produced by UK factories in May compared to 116,000 in the same month a year ago, latest industry figures have confirmed. Motor manufacturing fell by 95.4 per cent last month, with vehicle plants ‘severely held back by social distancing requirements and reduced demand’, said trade body, Society of Motor Manufacturers and … Read more
As Prime Minister Boris Johnson urges Britons to enjoy a ‘staycation’, interest in campervans surges, says RAY MASSEY By Ray Massey Motoring Editor For The Daily Mail Published: 22:08 BST, 26 June 2020 | Updated: 22:33 BST, 26 June 2020 Boris Johnson this week urged the nation to enjoy a ‘staycation’ in Britain, as part … Read more
Aston Martin’s first ever motor bike, expected to be priced from around £100,000 and capable of speeds up to new 186mph, has been photographed during testing trials. Roaring around a race-track in France, the strictly limited edition ‘AMB 001’ track-only superbike is the creation of British luxury sports car-maker and the re-born legendary bike maker … Read more