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Formula 1 racing will be carbon-neutral by 2030
F1 has announced it plans to reach 'net zero carbon' by 2030, and make its events fully sustainable by 2025.
November 12, 2019/by Ethan JuppComparison sites add £60 to every car insurance quote
A new study reveals that 88 percent of new and young drivers aren’t aware of the added charges that obtaining insurance from a comparison website incurs.
November 12, 2019/by Ethan JuppEurope mandates new car safety tech for 2022
Human error accounts for 90 percent of injuries and fatalities on our roads, which is why the European Commission is making these safety systems mandatory.
November 12, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithGirls given toy cars to combat gender stereotypes
Mercedes-Benz has teamed up with Mattel to giveaway 50,000 toy cars to help combat gender stereotypes in the United States.
November 12, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithAuto Trader introduces ‘fair’ and ‘high’ price flags on ads
Auto Trader is upgrading the way its listings look. The car sales site is adding new features to make buyers more confident as they search the classifieds.
November 11, 2019/by Ethan JuppIt takes 60 weeks to become a ‘good driver’
On average, UK motorists think it takes more than a year to become a good driver, with many feeling very nervous after passing their test.
November 11, 2019/by Ethan JuppThe real cars of Le Mans 66
As Le Mans 66 debuts in cinemas, telling the story of Ford’s famous win over Ferrari, we take a detailed look at the film’s star cars
November 11, 2019/by Ethan JuppCars could be banned from parts of the Lake District
The Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA) and National Trust are looking at car-free zones and traffic management schemes to cut congestion.
November 11, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithAdvice
Is this the ultimate car de-icing life hack?
Watch, as this person de-ices a windscreen – within seconds – with just a few wipes.
November 10, 2019/by Ethan JuppDo you really need winter tyres?
Winter is coming, so should you invest in a set of winter tyres? Here's our guide to choosing the right winter rubber
November 9, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithHow to stay awake behind the wheel
Accidents caused by tiredness and drowsiness are 50 percent more likely to result in death or serious injury. Here's how to stay alert when driving your car.
November 8, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithWinter is coming: prepare your car for the cold
Winter is coming and it's already getting dark. Prepare your car for the coming conditions to stay safe over the colder darker months
November 4, 2019/by Ethan JuppCar Reviews
Mercedes-AMG A35 review: 306hp hot hatch takes on Golf R
The new A35 isn’t Mercedes-AMG’s hottest hatchback, but it sure isn’t tepid. We sample Affalterbach’s answer to the Volkswagen Golf R on UK roads.
November 11, 2019/by Tim PittJaguar F-Pace SVR review: don’t fear the leaper
The Jaguar F-Pace SVR is an SUV with enough power to give supercars a scare. But it also majors on luxury and easygoing comfort.
November 7, 2019/by Tim PittHyundai i30 Fastback N review: life and Seoul of the party
Honed at the Nurburging, the Hyundai i30 Fastback N is a compact coupe with the heart of a hot hatch. Read on for our verdict.
November 4, 2019/by Tim Pitt2019 Porsche Cayman GT4 review: old-school driving excitement
With a free-breathing flat-six and manual gearbox, the new Porsche Cayman GT4 majors on traditional sports car thrills.
October 30, 2019/by Tim PittOpinion
Opinion: the new Mirage will need more than just ‘Mitsubishi-ness’
The new 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage will be unveiled in Thailand on 18 November. If the teaser image is a guide, it should be a big improvement over the old car.
November 8, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithOpinion: OK, Laura – make sure the new Skoda Octavia is good
Skoda has released design sketches of the new fourth-generation Octavia. Our man has one request: please make it up to scratch.
November 6, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithOpinion: Your village NEEDS an electric charging point
Around 400 village shops are closing every year, but we reckon a rural electric charging point strategy could deliver a reversal in fortunes.
November 5, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-SmithOpinion: This Mini is half the price, but not half the fun
As Mini unveils releases details of the new £34,995 John Cooper Works GP, our man thinks there's as much fun to be had with the half-price One Classic.
November 4, 2019/by Gavin Braithwaite-Smith
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