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Alpine told Gucci partnership "speaks volumes" as Enstone revival gathers pace

Pundits have hailed the team's growing momentum

Motorsport

Mercedes pulls out of Alpine F1 share talks over asking price

The German manufacturer will not be acquiring Otro Capital's minority stake in the Alpine Formula 1 team

Autosport

From Benetton to Gucci: Is Briatore Closing the Circle at Enstone?

Gucci's arrival at Alpine evokes memories of Benetton's rise in Formula 1. Could Flavio Briatore once again help turn an Italian fashion brand into an F1 success story?

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On this day: Michael Schumacher’s final unsportsmanlike manoeuvre

Schumacher’s ‘parking’ incident at the 2006 Monaco Grand Prix topped off a controversial career

Motorsport

BYD’s compact new car is set to be UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid

BYD’s new small car promises electric commuting with petrol power back up, and first deliveries later this year

The Independent UK

How building electric cars are forcing rival brands to become partners

DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, Steve Fowler explains how the electric vehicle revolution is forcing rival carmakers like Stellantis, Jaguar Land Rover and Ford into unlikely partnerships to share costs, technology and platforms in a rapidly changing global industry

The Independent UK

I’ve driven the smallest Kia EV yet and there’s a lot to love about the baby of the bunch

Small, spacious and styled to start conversations, Kia’s baby EV is actually the grown-up urban EV choice.

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'We Have To Pay The Bills:' Ford Explains Why The Fiesta Had To Die In Europe

Motor1 spoke with Christian Weingaertner, head of Ford’s car division in Europe, to understand what to expect from future models

Motor1

Rising fuel prices tip the scales toward electric vehicles

Meet the new EV owners who say the savings are already stacking up

The Independent UK

Citroën Is Bringing Back The 2CV Because EVs Got Too Expensive

The reborn affordable motoring icon from Citroen will be fully electric, made in Europe, and priced below $17,500.

InsideEVs

Don't Worry: Ford Won't Sell 'Toasters On Wheels' In Europe

Five new models are launching on the continent this decade, including a Euro-specific Bronco.

Motor1

Chinese EV brands are forcing Ford into an electric Fiesta comeback

DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, motoring expert Steve Fowler explains why Ford is pinning its hopes on a Fiesta-style electric comeback as Chinese car makers such as BYD and MG pile pressure on Europe’s biggest brands

The Independent UK

Ford resets its European car and van business with new rally-bred line-up

Ford fights back at Chinese car makers with rebooted ‘multi-energy’ van and car line-up

The Independent UK

What is a PHEV? The four types of hybrid car explained

Not all hybrid cars are alike – here’s what you need to know before you buy yours

The Independent UK

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Lotus Will Use V6 And V8 Engines Developed By Renault And Geely

It’s been nine years since Chinese automotive giant Geely bought a controlling stake in Lotus. However, it wasn’t until recently that one of the models received a combustion engine developed by the sports car brand’s parent company. The awkwardly named For Me is essentially an Eletre SUV with a plug-in…

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Google announces two major picture and sound-focused updates coming to Android Auto

In-car entertainment is about to get more immersive for Android users

The Independent UK

Used electric car sales hit record high as buyers hunt for cheaper EVs

Used EV sales up 32 per cent as more drivers went electric in early 2026 and more affordable battery cars reach the second-hand market

InsideEVs

Android Auto’s Massive Update Brings Edge-To-Edge Maps To Every Car Screen

Android Auto will now fill every inch of a car’s screen. HD videos and uninterrupted playback are also coming.

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India’s Top 5 Cars With Shockingly Huge Boot Space

Every Indian family knows the struggle of packing for a long trip. One suitcase fits. Then another bag refuses to enter. Suddenly, backpacks land on passengers’ laps, snacks fill the footwell, and the journey becomes uncomfortable before it even starts. That is exactly why cars with massive boot space are…

InsideEVs

This Radical Beach Cruiser Is A Refreshing Cure For Boring EV Designs

Want a vacation car for your upcoming trip to the beach? Renault has some ideas.

Android Central

Android Auto gets a fresh take on Google Maps navigation, teases more Gemini at the Android Show

The Android Show 2026 revealed Google's major personal and AI-fueled plans for Android Auto, giving drivers a refined hands-free experience.

Motor1

RIP: These European Cars Won't Make It To 2027

Automakers refresh their lineups all the time, but not every model gets a replacement. Sometimes a car gets too old, the segment shrinks, or sales just aren’t strong enough anymore. And from a business perspective, manufacturers are constantly making decisions on which vehicles are worth keeping around.

The Independent UK

Two million electric cars are now on UK roads – but still missing government EV targets

New car sales bounced back in April as EVs hit a major milestone, while the Renault 5 became Britain’s best-selling electric car

The Independent UK

Why this £295-a-month Tesla might be Britain’s best-value new car

DRIVESMART: Steve Fowler crunches the numbers on one standout leasing deal – and explains why it could quietly be one of the smartest ways into a new EV right now

Motor1

Lego: Please Bring This Renault 5 Idea To Life

There’s a new Lego project that needs your support—desperately. A creator has built a killer Renault 5 Turbo 3E, and it is just over halfway to getting a review by Lego itself.

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