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What makes a classic car ‘original’?


In the classic car bubble, originality is a buzzword that causes endless contention. Charlotte Vowden asks the experts what makes 'an original'.

Pop-up charging point trials underway in Oxford


One of the chief obstacles to mass uptake of EVs is being addressed in trials of "pop-up" charging points for drivers without off-street parking.
Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer on creating the soundscape for BMW's future cars

Hans Zimmer on creating BMW's EV soundscape


Nestled in as studio in the suburbs of Santa Monica, Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer is making BMW's future electric cars sound . . . happy.

UK car makers: we need a world beating Brexit deal


UK car makers have issued their starkest warning yet over the dangers they face if the UK leave the European Union without a deal.
2019 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Concorde Edition reveal

Aston celebrates Concorde with special edition DBS


Aston Martin has paid tribute to one of the most famous planes of all time, in the form of a Concorde-inspired DBS Superleggera special edition.
2019 Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision Gran Turismo concept car reveal

Lamborghini unveils wild Lambo V12 racing car


Lamborghini has created many wacky cars over the years — and now it's designed one so wild, it can only be brought to life in a video game.
Danny Thompson Challenger 2 land speed record attempt Bonneville salt flats August 2019

Challenger 2 record car heading to auction


One of the world's fastest cars could soon be yours, as the land speed record-breaking Challenger 2 will go under the hammer in January 2020.

Uber to appeal London ban


Ride-hailing firm Uber has said it will appeal Transport for London's (TfL) decision not to grant it a new licence to operate, putting 45,000 of
2020 Audi S8 review - front action shot

2020 Audi S8 review


With the S8, Audi wanted to 'turn one car into two', with a split personality that offers both supreme luxury and sporty dynamics on demand.

Jeremy Clarkson: I believe in climate change


Instead of high octane action and supercar shootouts, the next episode of The Grand Tour will shine a spotlight on the effects of climate change
2021 Tesla Cybertruck pure-electric pick-up truck reveal November 2019

Tesla Cybertruck can tow 6 tons, 0-60mph in 2.9sec


Tesla boldly claims its pure-electric Cybertruck has nearly double the towing capacity of nearly every other pick-up on sale in the UK right now.
Nottinghamshire Police Newark A17 lorry dangerous driving crash

Video: Distracted lorry driver crash


A lorry driver from Lincolnshire has been jailed for 18 months after pleading guilty to causing serious injury by dangerous driving.