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Charging Speed Vs. Charging Power: What’s The Difference?

The concepts of charging power and charging speed are intrinsically linked, but they aren’t interchangeable and can be confused.

BMW 5 Series

Has the plug-in hybrid sporting executive saloon finally come of age?

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 cars with an engine from a different manufacturer

22 amazing electric emergency vehicles

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.

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.

Dacia Duster

Romania’s value champion compact crossover enters a second model generation. It still might not be as refined as other SUVs, but the Duster is very much in a class of its own

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.

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

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.

22 cars that are 60 in 2024

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.

30 little-known Italian car makers

11 Must-Have Amps for Musicians, According to Professional Guitarists

Our comprehensive guide will get you rocking out with expert-approved guitar amps, including beginner and lightweight picks.

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...

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.

Vauxhall Grandland reinvented with 435-mile electric option

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

Zero Motorcycles Launches Tesla Tap Mini NACS Adapter

Go further using Tesla's L2 Destination network.

Porsche Cayenne GTS gains more power and standard equipment

Range Rover Sport rival gets new chassis set-up, interior tech and design refresh

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.

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.

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.

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

19 asymmetrical cars

21 famously faulty classic cars

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

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.

Every engine configuration in a production car ever

The New MG Electric Hypercar Hits 62 MPH in 1.9 Seconds

The concept car has an ultra-low drag coefficient of just 0.181.

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.

MG EXE181 concept previews Rimac-baiting electric hypercar

Chinese firm claims new concept will hit 62mph in 1.9sec; has 0.181 drag coefficient

20 of the world’s fastest family cars

Breakdowns due to potholes up 9% in a year

Breakdowns due to potholes up 9% in a year - Common vehicle problems caused by potholes include damaged shock absorbers, broken suspension springs and distorted wheels.

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

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.

’80s saloon cars that time forgot

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

A perfect beach cruiser or commuter with style.

Aston Martin DBX 707 revamp for 2025 - what's new?

The 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 is available to order this spring. It comes with a new infotainment system, a revised interior and, you'll only be able to buy the 707 high power version.

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 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.

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.

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

Talk about a double whammy.

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…

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?

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.

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.

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’.

25 important Alfa Romeo coupés