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Every Hot Hatchback You Can Still Buy In 2024

Icons like the Civic Type R and GTI are still around. But hot hatchbacks have gotten scarce.

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.

The 2024 Porsche Macan Electric Is Just Too Expensive

Porsche has built a fantastic EV crossover. But you will have to spend a lot more money than the last Macan to get the one you want.

WorldSBK's Spinelli Subs For an Injured Petrucci At Assen Track

Petrux continues to give us updates on his recovery.

This Polaris Build Says "#Vanlife But Make It Off-Road"

A different kind of overlanding for a different kind of adventurer.

The Subaru Legacy Is Dead After 2025

Legacy sales have stagnated in recent years. So Subaru is finally pulling the plug.

6 spacious homes for car lovers

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

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 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.

30 little-known Italian car makers

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.

22 cars that are 60 in 2024

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

KTM's Updated XC And XC-F Dirt Bikes Give You Pro-Level Race Tech

Will an improved chassis and upgraded tech make these bikes the ultimate cross country racers?

22 amazing electric emergency vehicles

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

25 important Alfa Romeo coupés

The New Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Costs $65,395

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

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.

What happens when an electric car runs out of charge?

Are you a backseat driver? 20 signs that you're a terrible passenger

A backseat drivers is someone you hate to have in the car as a passenger who always thinks they know better or is quick to critique how you perform behind the wheel. Here are 20 telltale signs of one.

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.

BMW Vision Neue Klasse X sets template for brand's electric SUVs

iX3 successor gets a calmer look and classic grille to go with new platform, drivetrain and tech ‘superbrain’

Golf club ranger, 90, inspiring next generation

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

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.

Rivian Discounts R1 EVs By Up To $5,000 When You Trade In A Gas-Guzzling SUV

Buyers or lessees who trade in also get one free year of charging on the Rivian Adventure Network.

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...

Ranking the top 10 BTCC liveries

The British Touring Car Championship has always been awash with colour and style icons. But, in this latest top 10, here’s how we rank the best liveries of all time

This All Electric Jet Ski Can Charge To Full in Just An Hour

Silent hysterics with an EV jet ski? Sign us up.

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

Petrol hits 150p a litre in the UK for the first time in five months

Petrol has hit 150p a litre for the first time since November, the AA reports. Diesel has also reached 158.3p a litre, with drivers facing five-month highs to fill up a tank with fuel.

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

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.

19 asymmetrical cars

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.

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.

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

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.

25 cars with an engine from a different manufacturer

Every engine configuration in a production car ever

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.

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

A perfect beach cruiser or commuter with style.

Manthey on Porsche defending DTM title: “Don’t think they’ll allow that”

Manthey EMA is unsure if Porsche will be ‘allowed’ to defend its titles in the DTM this year, as the squad prepares for this weekend’s opening round of the season at Oschersleben.

BYD-owned Fangchengbao brings three new cars to Beijing show

High-tech off-road 4x4s and electric speedster hint at rapid expansion of the Chinese giant's nascent brand

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

The Biggest Smart Ever Is a Wannabe Off-Roader

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

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…

Judgment Day Arrives For Elon Musk And Tesla

Plus, Subaru gets an AI-upgrade to EyeSight and American youth's familiarity with Chinese EV makers spells trouble for U.S. brands.

BYD confirms Shark name for first plug-in hybrid pick-up

New four-wheel-drive double-cab truck from China is poised to rival the forthcoming Ford Ranger PHEV

2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid: It's Real Good

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