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The interior overall is somber but not bare, simple but not spartan; material quality feels good. It’s surprising to see heated, ventilated and messaging seats in such an affordable electric car – there’s even an electric tailgate. Nio’s cars get a small circular display atop the dashboard solely for the googly-eyed avatar for their own virtual assistant, Nomi. The Firefly does without that (featuring an on-board virtual assistant powered by ChatGPT) and instead has a simple tablet mounted onto the dashboard, with another small display behind the steering wheel. It’s a pretty clever set-up. For starters, there’s Apple CarPlay and…
We aren’t fans of the glossy black trim that surrounds the gearlever and infotainment control wheel, these are frequent touchpoints so it’s likely to get scratched easily. Overall, the quality of the plastics and soft leathers used inside is great. Infotainment, sat-nav and stereoOne particular highlight of the cabin is the control wheel that can be used to operate the CX-30’s touchscreen. You can use either the wheel or the screen, but we found the display to be a bit of a reach away (especially if you’re tall and have your seat set back), so it makes more sense to…
Audi has long been known for fast estate cars. Over various generations, the likes of the RS 4 and RS 6 have offered mind-bending performance with space for the whole family – plus the dog – to enjoy. Now, Audi has dipped its toe into the waters of high-performance estates with an electric twist, thanks to the new Audi S6 Avant e-tron. While there’s no fully blown RS model (yet, at least), the on-paper specs of the S6 show promise for fast wagon fans. After a series of electric SUVs that haven’t troubled the front runners in their respective classes,…
Summer has arrived and one could argue the coolest thing about our Vauxhall Grandland is its light-up front badge, which, I must admit, has grown on me over the past couple of months. But it’s the car’s air-conditioned cool box that’s proven to be most useful on longer trips; the centre console offers lots of space and has been the custodian of drinks, sausage rolls and even a tub of ice cream. Vauxhall Grandland Electric GS: first reportThe Vauxhall Grandland Electric is set for a tough test over the next six months on our fleet Advertisement – Article continues belowOne…
Aston claims 0-62mph in just 3.5 seconds – seriously impressive for a rear wheel-drive car – with the same 202mph top speed. With the hood down the Roadster’s weight distribution is 49:51 but with it up that switches to a theoretically perfect 50:50: the same as the coupe. Inside, the Roadster benefits from almost the same gorgeous cabin and fine driving position as its sibling, with the ergonomics and infotainment both hugely improved compared with its predecessor. Except in this case Aston has listened to its critics and increased the font sizes for the digitised instruments, making them far easier…
Is bigger always better? Not necessarily, especially if you want a folding electric bike that you’ll need to lift into the boot of your car. This is one of the reasons we have always liked the MiRiDER One, because it is compact enough to fit into most luggage spaces – and lighter than the average holiday suitcase. Advertisement – Article continues belowBut the tiny 16-inch wheels can mean it feels a little compromised on faster roads or rougher tracks, so MiRiDER has launched a new version with 20-inch wheels that has increased stability. Although not as compact, the MiRiDER…
Buy now from Halfords Draper 28815 12V DC-AC Inverter 400WPrice: around £62 Connector type: battery clamps Ports: USB-A and BS 3-pin Rating: 4 stars Contact: drapertools.com Draper’s 400W unit is compact and smart, and if it were a little cheaper, it would have been in with a chance of being the winner here – that’s worth considering, because there are sometimes very good deals online. It’s not the most powerful unit but we like its safety features, which include a reverse-polarity indicator, overload alarm and low-voltage indicator. The detachable battery clamps also feel well made and, being the…
In a rare fusion of racing pedigree and street legality, Porsche has unveiled a one-of-a-kind version of its Le Mans–winning 963 LMDh Hypercar. Known as the Porsche 963 RSP, the car was commissioned exclusively for racing legend Roger S. Penske and made its public debut in early June ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. A One-Off Tribute to a Motorsport Icon Built as a street-adapted version of the race-ready 963, the RSP—short for Roger S. Penske—is a personal gift from Porsche to one of their most successful and long-standing motorsport partners. It shares its DNA with the hybrid…
There’s overhead storage, plus a central bin for A4-sized folders and door pockets big enough to hold 1.5-litre bottles. Back-up matters in commercial vehicles, and the Transit Courier has always-on connectivity, allowing it to be integrated into and managed through the Ford Pro digital ‘fleet ecosystem’. In truth, most of the big van retailers offer similar back-up, although the sheer scale of Ford’s UK dealer network does give it a small advantage. Infotainment, sat-nav and stereoThe cabin has a fully digital instrument cluster and, more usefully for van users, a functional dash that includes an eight-inch infotainment system, complete with…
Owning an exotic or sports car is a thrill. But for many owners, the factory setup is just the starting point. Whether it’s unlocking more performance, adding visual flair, or creating a more engaging driving experience, the right aftermarket upgrades can take your car to the next level. Here’s a quick guide to the most popular upgrades tailored specifically for exotic and high-performance vehicles. 1. Exhaust Systems Upgrading your exhaust is one of the most dramatic changes you can make. A high-performance system enhances sound, reduces weight, and improves airflow for better engine response. The result? A more aggressive tone…