How Renault Outsmarted Cheap Chinese EVs, And Profited Renault 5 E-Tech electric, Scenic E-Tech and Dacia Spring anchor a higher EV mix while cost cuts defend profitability in a tougher European market Motor1 · Jul 31
Five memorable moments from the F1 Malaysian GP Sepang will end its F1 hiatus in 2026 and during its previous stint on the F1 calendar from 1999 to 2017, the Malaysian track produced a lot of drama Motorsport · Jul 30
Stand out moments from the Malaysian GP Sepang will end its F1 hiatus in 2026 and during its previous stint on the F1 calendar from 1999 to 2017, the Malaysian track produced a lot of drama Autosport · Jul 30
100 of Renault ‘Le Frog’ Twingo EVs arrive in UK showrooms as orders open The award-winning electric city car arrives at Renault retailers nationwide, with prices expected to start well below £20,000 The Independent UK · Jul 30
Renault to face criminal trial in France over 'dieselgate' emissions scandal Renault will face a criminal trial in France on aggravated fraud charges over accusations that devices in its diesel cars were designed to cheat clean air laws, the public prosecutor's office told French news agency AFP. Radio France Internationale · Jul 29
Inside the deals bringing Chinese carmakers into Europe’s factories DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, Steve Fowler unpacks Ford’s new deal with China’s Geely – and asks whether Europe’s carmakers are wheeling in their own Trojan Horse The Independent UK · Jul 28
WRC Estonia: Unbeatable Pajari leads after perfect Friday A dominant display by Pajari on Estonia's fast gravel roads, with the Toyota driver winning every stage to open a 14.7s lead over Oliver Solberg Autosport · Jul 17
Renault India leveraging on Duster brand equity to woo customers for upcoming products Renault plans seven multi-energy models in India by 2030. The popular Duster SUV will help attract customers to new products. Preparations are underway for a Duster hybrid launch around Diwali this year. The company is significantly expanding its dealer network across the country. Renault is making substantial investments for a… The Economic Times · Jul 15
Renault Duster Adventure Edition launched in India at Rs 12.99 lakh: Check new features, cosmetic upgrades, engine options and everything buyers need to know Renault Duster Adventure Edition Price: The Renault Duster Adventure Edition has officially launched in India at Rs 12.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the petrol variant. This special edition SUV features new outdoors-inspired styling elements and accessories. It is based on the mid-spec variant and offers a more rugged appearance. The vehicle… The Economic Times · Jul 14
This New EV Range Extender Skips Gas And Packs A New Kind Of Generator The electric motor on Horse Powertrain’s D20 range extender is smaller and more powerful than conventional generators. InsideEVs · Jul 14
I helped drive this record-setting EV across Britain on sunshine alone — and the 870-mile trip cost absolutely nothing For the first time, a production EV has driven the 870 miles from Land's End to John o'Groats on solar energy alone, without taking a single unit from the grid. I went along for a wild ride that was absolutely free. TechRadar · Jul 12
High court rejects most of ‘dieselgate’ claims brought by 1.6m UK car owners Carmakers welcome ruling against suit claiming manufacturers including Nissan, Ford and Peugeot fitted devices to defeat emission tests The Guardian - UK · Jul 10
MG2 electric car previewed as Renault 5 rival with classic MG looks MG Go! Goodwood concept previews a baby EV due in 2027, with design inspiration from the MGB GT The Independent UK · Jul 10
Nissan Tekton Launched in India at Rs. 10.49 Lakh : Price, Mileage & Features The official launch of its new car Nissan Tekton, Nissan has entered the competitive mid-sized SUV category in India. Priced starting from Rs. 10.49 lakh, The SUV equipped with two turbo petrol engines, high-tech features, Level 2 ADAS and a 5-star BNCAP crash safety rating.It is powered by two turbo… MyLifeXP · Jul 9
The Economic Times · Jul 9 Nissan Tekton launched in India: Price starts at Rs 10.49 lakh; variants, features, engine options and key differences from Renault Duster Nissan Tekton Price in India: Nissan India is set to unveil its all-new Tekton SUV today. This upcoming mid-size SUV will borrow styling cues from the flagship Patrol. It is expected to share underpinnings with the new Renault Duster. The Tekton will compete with popular rivals in the Indian market.…
Motor1 · Jul 8 The Dacia Striker Is Europe's Cheap All-In-One Car All the car most people will ever need, without breaking the bank.
MyLifeXP · Jul 7 5 Budget Hatchbacks I'd Buy Without Thinking Twice Buying your first car sounds exciting until you step into a showroom. Every brand promises the best mileage, the latest features, and unbeatable value. But when you're driving through crowded city streets every day, flashy advertisements don't matter. What truly matters is a car that's easy to drive, simple to…
The Independent UK · Jul 6 Electric cars hit record 30 per cent share of UK new car market as fuel prices give EV buyers a nudge June was the strongest month for electric car sales so far this year, with the Tesla Model Y and Model 3 topping sales charts, while Leapmotor B10 and Jaecoo E5 also prove popular with leasing drivers
Fortune · Jul 3 Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa was forced to put together a plan to save the Japanese carmaker in just six weeks: ‘I knew what had to be done’ Espinosa faces the challenging task of revitalizing an automaker that’s getting hit on multiple fronts, from fierce Chinese competition to U.S. tariffs.
Dot Esports · Jul 2 How to complete Week 3 events in Forza Horizon 6 Festival Playlist Series 2 Cars from 2000s are here.
TechRadar · Jul 1 A new EV price war begins — Dacia slashes price of the Spring by £4k to again make it the 'most affordable new car on the market' Dacia slashes price of the Spring to reclaim UK’s cheapest car title, as the small EV price war begins.
The Economic Times · Jun 25 India may approve $370 million Chinese-linked auto investment, first in nearly a decade India is poised to approve a significant $370 million investment from Horse Powertrain Ltd., a hybrid-engine venture backed by China's Geely and France's Renault. This move, one of the largest Chinese-linked manufacturing investments in years, will see advanced hybrid powertrains built in India, potentially at Renault's Chennai plant. The investment…
Motor1 · Jun 24 These Automakers Sold The Most Cars in Europe Last Month Volkswagen remains the leader, ahead of Stellantis and Renault. BYD, Chery, Tesla, and Leapmotor grew, while Ford and Nissan declined.
The Independent UK · Jun 24 This is the SUV £20k buys you now – and it’s worrying China’s car rivals DRIVESMART: The Chery Tiggo 4 shows how far sub-£20k hybrid SUVs have come – and why China’s new wave of cheap, well-equipped cars is starting to unsettle established brands, writes EV editor Steve Fowler in the latest DriveSmart newsletter
The Conversation · Jun 24 Businesses often row back on ethics when times get tough. Here’s how technology can keep them on track Five carmakers are involved in a case at the High Court in London over claims that they cheated on emissions tests. A decade ago, the “dieselgate” scandal broke, eventually forcing Volkswagen to pay billions of euros in fines and settlements. These carmakers (Mercedes, Ford, Peugeot/Citroën, Renault and Nissan) have all…