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For the love of the drive. Whether you're a car enthusiast or a practical owner, find everything from new model reviews and maintenance tips to the latest news from the automotive industry.

Aluminum sports car chassis with exposed battery pack in a modern, brightly lit automotive engineering lab.

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21/10/2026Alex Ryder

Porsche Electric 718 Keeps Mid-Engine Balance with Behind-the-Seat Batteries

Porsche is ditching the conventional skateboard battery layout to preserve the legendary handling of the upcoming electric 718 Boxster and Cayman. By stacking the battery cells vertically behind the cockpit, the new architecture replicates the low-slung seating and central balance of a traditional mid-engine sports car. Discover how this bespoke engineering choice protects agile dynamics and authentic road feel in an era of heavy electric vehicles.

Modern electric retro beach buggy on a sunny coastal road with palm trees and ocean views.

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21/10/2026Alex Ryder

Electric Moke Mk2 Gains Double the Range and Faster Speeds for Real-World Roads

The iconic open-air beach buggy gets a serious mechanical overhaul with the arrival of the Electric Moke Mk2. Thanks to a larger battery that pushes range beyond the 100-mile mark and a higher top speed, the retro runabout graduates from a golf-cart-adjacent novelty into a truly usable coastal cruiser. Explore how the latest engineering upgrades blend 1960s resort style with the modern performance needed for everyday suburban roads.

Vintage Maserati 5000 GT Frua parked in a sunlit Italian restoration garage with tools in the background.

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20/10/2026Alex Ryder

The First Maserati 5000 GT Frua Returns After Decades in Hiding

After disappearing into the Middle East for nearly three decades, the very first Maserati 5000 GT bodied by Pietro Frua has resurfaced to reclaim its place in vintage motoring lore. Commissioned for the world's elite and powered by a ferocious race-bred V8 engine, this rare Italian grand tourer survived long periods of obscurity before undergoing a monumental international rescue.

White Volkswagen ID.4 parked in an empty lot under dramatic overcast skies, focus on the open charging port.

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17/10/2026Alex Ryder

Volkswagen Recalls Thousands of ID.4 Electric SUVs Over Unresolved Battery Fire Risk

Volkswagen has issued a safety recall for over 22,000 ID.4 electric SUVs following federal warnings of a severe high-voltage battery fire risk. With engineers still working on a permanent fix, drivers are being urged to immediately modify their charging habits and parking routines to avoid dangerous battery overheating. Learn which model years are impacted and what essential precautions you need to take right now to protect your vehicle and home.

Modern electric car interior with a digital dashboard map, empty steering wheel, and a quiet highway ahead.

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17/10/2026Alex Ryder

Tesla Rebrands Full Self-Driving in Europe Following Pressure from Regulators

Under intense pressure from European transport authorities and consumer watchdogs, Tesla is dropping its ambitious Full Self-Driving moniker across the continent. Regulators argued the original branding misled buyers about vehicle autonomy and created dangerous driver complacency on public roads.

Military heavy-duty pickup truck in desert camouflage parked on a dusty trail with roof-mounted sensors and lidar.

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14/10/2026Alex Ryder

GM Defense Transforms the Chevrolet Silverado into an Autonomous Military Supply Truck

GM Defense is turning the commercial Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD into a fully autonomous tactical supply vehicle designed to navigate hostile territory without a human driver. By integrating drive-by-wire systems, lidar, and optical cameras into a familiar civilian platform, the project aims to keep soldiers out of vulnerable resupply convoys while cutting logistics costs.

Close-up of a modern rally car with carbon fiber panels, mud-splattered tires, and a rear spoiler in a workshop.

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04/10/2026Alex Ryder

Ford Returns to WRC as a Full Factory Team for 2028

Ford is officially returning to the World Rally Championship as a full-fledged factory team for the 2028 season, ending years of competing as a semi-privateer outfit. By elevating its long-running partnership with M-Sport through full corporate funding and technical support from Ford Performance, the American automaker aims to challenge heavyweights Toyota and Hyundai head-on.

Empty car interior at dusk with a glowing map touchscreen and a smartphone on the console in cinematic lighting.

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02/10/2026Alex Ryder

Connected car privacy and how modern vehicles track your personal data

Modern vehicles have evolved into sophisticated data collection hubs that track far more than just basic driving habits. From paired smartphone records and precise location histories to cabin camera feeds, connected cars quietly build detailed profiles of their drivers' daily routines. Learn how automakers harvest your personal telemetry through infotainment systems and mobile apps, and discover what you can do to reclaim your digital privacy on the road.

How to prepare your car for the winter season

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01/08/2025Daniel Foster

How to prepare your car for the winter season

Prepare your car for winter with essential maintenance tips, from winter tires and battery checks to emergency kits and smart travel advice. Drive safely on icy roads with confidence!

The pros and cons of owning an electric car in 2025

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24/07/2025Daniel Foster

The pros and cons of owning an electric car in 2025

Electric cars in 2025 offer huge savings, cleaner air, longer ranges, and faster charging, but higher upfront costs and battery concerns remain key factors to consider before switching.

A simple car maintenance checklist for every driver

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15/07/2025Alex Ryder

A simple car maintenance checklist for every driver

Keep your car safe and reliable with this simple maintenance checklist. Learn monthly, weekly, and seasonal tips to boost performance, extend lifespan, and avoid costly repairs.

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07/07/2025Daniel Foster

A first look at the most anticipated cars of 2026

Discover the most anticipated 2026 cars redefining driving with electric innovations, powerful hybrids, and advanced tech like Level 4 autonomy and solid-state batteries.