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Global Plug-In Car Sales Increased 19% In March 2024 To 1.3 Million

Almost one in five new cars was rechargeable, while plugless hybrids surged to a new record.

Alpine reveals hydrogen-combustion sports car with 335bhp

Alpenglow hits the track as Alpine doubles down on hydrogen; new V6 engine is in the works

Rivalto unveils the Forma series, offering Dennis Fano’s bold boutique designs at a accessible price

The Sferata, Quadrata, and Zenyata are based on primary shapes and player-friendly ergonomics, arrive in a choice of three gloss finishes, and are super cool

The Automotive Cold War Is Officially Underway

The White House plans to slap 100% tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Polesitting Ferrari disqualified after WEC Spa qualifying

Ferrari has lost pole position for the third round of the World Endurance Championship at Spa after its #50 499P Le Mans Hypercar was discovered to be underweight after qualifying.

2024 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD Gets 3.5 Miles/kWh EPA Energy Consumption

The new Long Range RWD version might even be a bit better.

The best Steve Martin films

From small roles to starring vehicles, Steve Martin has been in many films. These are the best of the bunch from the wild and crazy guy.

Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 switches four-pot PHEV for 585bhp V8

AMG lines up twin-turbo V8 power for upcoming super-coupé amid slow sales for four-cylinder hybrid C63

No, Today's Cars Don’t Have Too Many Gears

Eight-, 9-, and 10-speed transmissions are the norm for good reason.

Over 18,000 Riders Rolled Out For The Ducati 'We Ride As One' Tour

It's only the third year ever that Ducati groups worldwide have participated in this event, but the numbers keep growing.

A century of speed: Britain’s fastest cars

Peugeot 5008

MPV turns SUV. Does the new Peugeot 5008 offer the best of both worlds, or neither?

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

Four-wheel-drive 641bhp hatch is both technically complex and simply entertaining

21 giant-killing classic cars

Ford signs Carlos Sainz Sr to lead Dakar Rally programme in 2025

Ford has signed four-time Dakar Rally winner Carlos Sainz Sr to lead its cross-country rally programme from 2025.

The rally test that could provide motorsport’s fossil free fuel “end game” solution

Rallying is set to provide a groundbreaking test of synthetic fuel that could help provide the “end game” solution to motorsport’s quest to vastly improve its sustainability.

The Worst Cars Ever Made

Some pretty serious lemons have come off production lines over the years. From ridiculous looks to "a tendency to burst into flame," it's hard to imagine how these cars ever got made.

Tesla's $25,000 Car Could Be 'A Slimmed Down Model Y': Report

And it was a conceptual presentation for Tesla's robotaxi concept that almost killed it.

IndyCar Indy GP: Herta pips Canapino, as engine issues spark concerns

Andretti Global’s Colton Herta led a frantic opening session for this weekend’s Indy Grand Prix, which endured multiple red flags and three cars suffered engine woes.

The Naturally Aspirated Caterham Seven Is Dead

The final edition Seven 485 uses Ford’s Duratec 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine making 225 horsepower.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan revamp brings fresh look and new options

Revised styling, new infotainment and a raft of extra options for Goodwood's V12 SUV

China’s Working On Wild 8-Cylinder Touring Bike Nobody Asked For

For those who think a Honda Gold Wing is just too small.

Engine woes strike Honda IndyCar entries of Armstrong, Rahal

The opening practice of this weekend’s Indy Grand Prix featured an oddity as two new Honda engines encountered issues that derailed the session for Marcus Armstrong and Graham Rahal.

30 times Citroën got it right

Inside Honda's Plans To Phase Out Internal Combustion By 2040

Plus, Elon Musk changes his tune on Tesla Supercharging after laying everyone off, and one of Geely's brands makes its Wall Street debut.

Top Gear's The Stig halts 'death trap' landfill

Top Gear 's former test driver The Stig is backing calls to stop a landfill site in Devon being created which could affect children's safety and increase traffic.

Volkswagen California camper van goes plug-in hybrid

Seventh-generation California also gets car underpinnings, interior improvements and new technology

Driving anxiety is more common than you think. Here’s how to overcome it

Some people begin to feel anxious behind the wheel after a car accident. For others, such fear strikes unexpectedly.

Top driver's cars from just £1000

We look at previous contenders of Autocar's 'Britain's Best Driver's Car' that are now going for a song

WRC Portugal: Katsuta leads as inspired Neuville impresses

Takamoto Katsuta moved into the lead of Rally Portugal ahead of World Rally Championship points leader Thierry Neuville, who starred despite opening the gravel roads.

Tesla Model 3 After 6 Years And 144,000 Miles: Owner Breaks Down All The Costs

The car was bought brand new in 2018 for $54,000. Since then, the owner saved roughly $20,000 in fuel expenses.

Ready for Road Tripping? The Best Memorial Day Deals on Auto Parts, Tools, Gear, and Accessories

Parts? Tools? Gear and Accessories? Get your summer started right with fantastic automotive deals at Amazon, Walmart, Cycle Gear, and more.

Every electric car for sale in the US today

Want To Chat EVs? Come Hang With Us In Boston On May 19

We'll be at the Natick Mall Cars and Coffee on Sunday, May 19, before chatting EV stuff at Lucid's Boston Seaport store.

The best cars you’ve (probably) never heard of

If you've heard of these four-wheeled wonders you may as well enter for an Autocar Award

30 times Ford engines were used by other car makers

Woman falsely blamed Tesla autopilot for hit-and-run that left victim brain-damaged

Sakshi Agrawal was behind the wheel of her Tesla when she hit a pedestrian and fled the scene.

2024 BMW iX xDrive50 Long-Term Test: Getting Software Right, Mostly

A look at the software experience in BMW's big electric SUV after six months of ownership. Inside or out, the iX could use updates.

Jeremy Clarkson shares emotional moment with Diddly Squat crew as Gerald reveals cancer update

Jeremy Clarkson shares emotional moment with Diddly Squat crew as Gerald reveals cancer update - Former ‘Top Gear’ presenter raises a toast for co-worker Gerald Cooper for ‘beating the Big C’

Mercedes Admits Defeat, Reportedly Drops Four-Cylinder for V-8 in CLE63

The report cites slow sales for the four-cylinder hybrid AMG C63 in Europe as the reason for the switch.

30 names shared by cars and people

Manthey Racing Handling Kit for the Porsche 718 GT4 RS Costs $54,000

For that, you get coilover suspension, upgraded brakes, and more downforce. But not installation.

Ford Mustang Mach-E Owner After 25,000 Miles: No Issues Except For Winter Range Drop

This owner loves his 2023 Mach-E, but says some things could be better.

Anya Taylor-Joy Focused on This Section of Fury Road Preparing for Furiosa

Over the next two weeks, I guarantee many of us will have at least two good hours. That’s because, in the lead-up to Furiosa: A Mad Max Story, many of us will take that time and rewatch Mad Max: Fury Road. The 2015 George Miller film almost instantly became an all-time classic and a rewatch will add worthy context going into its latest iteration, as well as two hours of pure cinematic joy.

31 Classic TV Shows From The 1960s That Were Rebooted For Gen X

The 1960s was a very creative time for television, and Gen X grew up on the reruns. The success of those reruns led directly to a lot of the most popular shows of the decade getting reboots in the '80s, '90s, and beyond. This is our list of those classic '60s shows that were rebooted for a new generation.

Chicago Is Considering Lowering Speed Limits, But Should It?

Research shows that lower speed limits in dense urban areas save lives, but it's more than just changing street signs.

7 inspiring motorhome makeovers around the world

From DIY RV renovations to commericial van conversions, we've rounded up the best motorhome makeovers before and after pictures.

"We renovated our motorhome to live on the road"

See how an adventure-loving pair renovated an RV and joined the van life movement to live full-time on the open road travelling around America

Honda's New AWD Hybrid Minivan Has Impressively Low Cargo Floor

Japan's new Freed is much smaller than the Odyssey but can still carry up to six people.

Rallying-Rovanpera leads Ogier by a single second in Portugal

(Reuters) - Toyota's reigning world champion Kalle Rovanpera led team mate Sebastien Ogier by a second after the opening leg of Rally Portugal on Friday. The top four in the fifth round of the season were separated by just 5.4 seconds, with five different stage winners from the day's eight tests. "It has been a great battle the whole day," said the Finn, who like French eight-times world