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Confused by Merc’s new model-naming system? Let us break it down for you…

Way back in 1994, the heavyweights at Mercedes-Benz HQ decided to shake up the brand’s model-naming system. And so, determining the designation of each…

7 massive challenges facing connected cars

Merging data and telecommunications has been catapulted to the front and center of the IT world — connected cars are the newest innovation to…

Euro NCAP now test’s how well your car’s pedestrian detection tech works

Car makers are investing plenty of time and money into technologies that not only make the occupants of their vehicles safer but those around…

Jorge Lorenzo wins Valencia GP, MotoGP Championship: the motorsport roundup

The MotoGP Championship drew to a thrilling close this weekend in Valencia, with teammates hustling for the top brass. Of course, that sounds simple…

Ex-Stig says Ford Mustang is best stunt car of all time

Ben Collins is probably best known for spending a number of years as The Stig on Top Gear, but he’s also one of the…

New campaign aims to bring a little fun to the car-rental space

Car rentals can be a complete pain in the arse, you only have to look at the people queuing up for cars at the…

4 things this year’s Tokyo Motor Show tells us about the future of driving

Most major motor shows are dominated by the official unveilings of new production vehicles – essentially models you’ll very soon be able to buy….

Omoda C5 X review

Omoda is one of Chery’s sub-brands in the South African market, combining daring design with an abundance of in-cabin digitisation. Its mid-size crossovers are…

TDK enhances IMUs for extreme temps

TDK has responded to developing market needs with a new range of advanced inertial measurement units (IMU) for automotive applications. The Japanese electronics giant…

Data centres and defence are reviving diesel

Data centres will command power equivalent to the entire Japanese power grid by 2030. It’s a startling prediction and one that infrastructure futurists, data…

The most recognisable tactical pickup truck evolves

Perhaps the most iconic of all light tactical vehicles is the Toyota Land Cruiser Technical. These pickup trucks have been a platform of choice…

JLR channels its Camel Trophy history

JLR’s Range Rover might be the most profitable vehicle it markets, but the Defender generates the highest volume of revenue. It has become the…

Luca de Meo and his Renault legacy

Luca de Meo has left his tenure as CEO of Renault, having led one of France’s most important companies for five years. The Italian…

Gemini AI to enhance Volvo infotainment

Gemini will soon enhance the in-cabin infotainment experience for Volvo owners, thanks to a new agreement with Google. Volvo was an early pioneer of…

Everest better at exploring than Explorer

Everest isn’t available to American buyers. But its platform-twin Ranger is. Are American Ford fans who like the idea of a more compact three-row…

Quartermaster is unquestionably cool – and capable

Ineos has done what Land Rover could not, reviving its original Defender’s spirit. The independently financed British brand has created the fantasy off-road exploration…