This Week’s Automotive Highlights
This week’s issue delves into the exciting world of automotive design and innovation. From Jaguar’s bold redesign to Hyundai’s new seven-seater Ioniq 9, there’s plenty to discover. We also take a look back at the iconic VW Golf, test drive the Volvo XC90 facelift, and explore the ongoing debate around the suitability of EVs for all drivers.
News
Hyundai wows audiences at the Los Angeles Motor Show with the unveiling of a luxurious SUV set to rival Volvo XC90 and MercedesBenz EQS.
Kia raises the bar with the powerful EV9 GT, boasting an impressive 501bhp and lightning-fast acceleration from 0-61mph in just 4.3 seconds.
Jaguar teases fans with concept images as they embark on a bold rebranding journey towards an EV-only future.
Reviews
Our reviewer Murray Scullion travels to Sweden to test drive the XC90 facelift and explains why it’s a game-changer for Volvo.
Is Bentley’s Flying Spur Speed truly the ultimate saloon? Mark Tisshaw puts it through its paces in Arizona to find out.
We also take the latest Dacia Duster Mk3 for a spin to see how it measures up.
Features
Join Vicky Parrott as she celebrates fifty years of the VW Golf, taking a nostalgic drive in a classic Mk1 while tracing the evolution of this iconic car through eight generations.
Alex Wolstenholme goes behind the scenes at the Singapore Grand Prix, offering a glimpse into the world of F1 engineers and telemetry.
Are EVs becoming too complex for new drivers? John Evans investigates the rising crash rates among inexperienced EV owners.
Opinion
Steve Cropley explores the future of automotive design at Coventry University, visits the British Motor Museum, and shares his thoughts on the latest Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Matt Prior delves into the fascinating world of behavioural neuroscience with professor Kelly Lambert, discussing her groundbreaking research on training rats to drive.
Used
Sam Phillips reflects on the raw power and exhilarating sound of the Huracán’s atmospheric V10 engine.
Don’t miss our other used car features, including My Car and I, Our Cars, Caught in the Classifieds, and Head to Head comparisons.
