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EU set to ban chrome plating from 2024 over cancer concern

By Felix Page, Autocar UK calendar20 Jul 2023

Production emissions said to be 500 times more toxic than diesel as ban proposed for 2024

Tesla begins Cybertruck production at Texas Gigafactory

By Jonathan Bryce, Autocar UK calendar17 Jul 2023

Radical, straight-edged pick-up has been pictured with production workers at Texan Gigafactory after four-year delay.

Under the skin: how rare earth metals are used in electric cars

By By Jesse Crosse, Autocar UK calendar17 Jul 2023

We take a closer look at the 17 metals EV manufacturers love, and analyse their sustainability.

Electric Ford Fiesta on Volkswagen platform remains possible

By By Felix Page, Autocar UK calendar13 Jul 2023

In a new interview, Ford's European boss said the partnership with Volkswagen could go to "the next level".

Tech Talk: How does steer-by-wire work?

By Jesse Crosse, Autocar UK calendar11 Jul 2023

Electronically actuated systems come with infinitely variable lock, but are actually mechanically simple.

Tech Talk: How tyres are changing for electric cars

By Jesse Crosse, Autocar UK calendar04 Jul 2023

EVs require substantially different tyre technology, so Continental, Hankook and Michelin have responded.

Confirmed: Ford Fiesta production to end next week

By Charlie Martin, Autocar UK calendar02 Jul 2023

Last example of the UK's most popular supermini to be produced on 7 July.

Ex-Audi boss sentenced in diesel emissions fraud case

By By Greg Kable, Autocar UK calendar28 Jun 2023

Rupert Stadler given a suspended sentence and €1.1 million fine by German court following plea deal and admission of g...

Tech Talk: Why you will need robots to charge your EV

By By Jesse Crosse, Autocar UK calendar27 Jun 2023

In 2022, Hyundai released a CGI video of an automated charger. However, they showcased a working model this year.

Tech Talk: Why cars will become more like smartphones

By Jesse Crosse, Autocar UK calendar27 Jun 2023

A replacement for ECUs is the software-defined car, with Renault already working on 'CAR OS'.