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Readers reply: Why are cars designed to be capable of going much faster than the speed limit?

Why are cars designed to be capable of going much faster than the speed limit? (Don’t tell me they’re made with the Autobahn in mind.) Andy Crosby, north Wales Send new questions to [email protected]. Readers reply Because for mechanical reasons a car that can reach 100 is going to perform better at 70 than a car that can only reach 70. Also, an engine that can only achieve 70mph on the level may struggle on hills. I had a 1.2 Clio that needed...


Modern songs have been dumbed down since the Eighties and are more repetitive now, study finds

Modern songs have been dumbed down and made more repetitive than they were in the Eighties, a study has found. The dominance of streaming platforms and the short attention span of the modern public mean musicians and producers are trying to make ever-catchier music that stops listeners from skipping to the next song. In previous decades, the need t...


Proceed With Caution Toward Deus Ex Machina’s Auction

If you aren't prepared to buy, prepare to bite your knuckles in desperation. Included are my top three picks.


The ‘superyacht in the sky’ that could change sustainable travel

The ‘superyacht in the sky’ that could change sustainable travel - The first Airlander 10 service is set to fly by 2028


The best and worst diesel cars in history

From early record breakers to modern performance cars, these are the highlights from the diesel engine’s story.


Mercedes W15 ‘clue’ discovered with Adrian Newey warning issued – F1 news round-up

We have a fresh batch of key Formula 1 headlines to bring you!


Lamborghini has a new logo, and it’s… radically similar to the old one

Spot the difference! Lambo has changed its logo to look a bit less early Noughties…


40 coolest cars of the 1980s

We celebrate the original Ford Sierra RS Cosworth and round-up the most exciting cars of its era.


Remembering the thrilling Ford Focus RS

How the Ford Focus RS developed into a cult car – and arguably became a victim of its own success


The rarest road cars ever built

Some car models run into the millions - but not this lot


Elon Musk reveals plan for next Starship mission

Elon Musk reveals plan for next Starship mission - Next launch could prove critical to SpaceX’s plans for world’s biggest rocket


When to watch Japanese GP live on Sky Sports

For the first time in the event's history, the Japanese Grand Prix takes place in April and will host the fourth round of the 2024 F1 season next weekend.


Top 10: used cars everyone should own once

A guide to the models you need to own, including the Porsche 911, Land Rover Defender and Mazda MX-5


Excellent yet still affordable future classics

Autocar recommends the future classics you should snap up before collector status sets in


BMW’s latest art car is a colour changing tribute to an old 525i

The BMW i5 Flow NOSTOKANA uses fancy electronic panels to display artist Esther Mahlangu’s work


I'm a 6ft 4 antiques expert - I've sold more than 50 Minis for a total of £700k, here's my tips to make profit...

Phil's Mini venture started out during a Covid-hit 2021. At the age of 26, he took his love for this favourite film, the 1969 blockbuster, The Italian Job, and turned it into his next business venture.


Mercedes discover W15 ‘clue’ with key set-up clarification confirmed

"It can be either quick and dirty or a little more involved and a bit more complicated."


EPA sets strict emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and buses in bid to fight climate change

EPA sets strict emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and buses in bid to fight climate change - The Environmental Protection Agency has set strict emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks, buses and other large vehicles


Aston Martin DB12

Replacement for the DB11 grand tourer packs a 671bhp V8 and has the Bentley Continental GT and Ferrari Roma in its sights


45 people killed in bus crash in South Africa – girl, 8, the sole survivor

More than 40 people have died after a bus veered off a bridge on a mountain pass in South Africa and crashed down onto rocks some 50 metres below.


10 used cars with the best engines you can buy

Not yet ready to enter the electric era? Jack Warrick digs out 10 used bargains that offer unique and characterful engines


20 essential songs about cars

Whether driving down the street or planning a road trip, there's nothing like hearing tunes blast through car speakers. So put your pedal to the metal and check out these top songs about cars and driving.


Chinese company Xiaomi releases first electric vehicle

Xiaomi is pushing into the overseas market by selling lower-priced models of their new electric vehicle. The US and EU have launched investigations into the Chinese EV industry.


Toto Wolff confirms change of approach as Mercedes boss over ‘break us’ fear

Toto Wolff has explained he's had to change the way he communicates with his staff, due to fears of escalating internal pressures...


Honda Clarity FCV

Honda’s fuel cell flagship reaches its second generation, but is the world ready?


Maserati GranCabrio might be 2024’s most glamorous new car

The new 2024 Maserati GranCabrio offers svelte styling, four seats and a choice of V6 petrol or fully electric power.


The new Peugeot E-5008 is an all-electric seven-seater with 410 miles of range

Large French EV arrives with a giant screen and a hefty battery. Will also be offered in petrol hybrid form


10 massively overrated fast Fords

Many fast Ford cars are rightly revered. But some – including the Fiesta XR2i and Tickford Capri – fall short of the mark.


Lexus has facelifted its big fancy boat

Is it called a facelift in the boating world? Who knows, but this posh Lexus yacht is worth a look


Edmunds compares: 2024 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Edmunds compares: 2024 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Midsize SUVs with two rows of seating are an excellent option if you want something a little bigger than a small SUV


12 hours in a Porsche Cayenne V8: is an SUV really the best GT?

We say auf wiedersehen to the petrol Cayenne with a dash around the Scottish border in the new V8 S


Mercedes EQXX sets electric car record by travelling 628 miles on one charge - and still had 192 miles of range left

The Vision EQXX has been driven from Riyadh to Dubai on a single battery charge in almost 15 hours without stopping for more electricity. Could we see its groundbreaking tech in production EVs soon?


Old-school thrilling cars – from just £1000

As the world goes digital, we salute a large bunch of analogue classics that we'll miss in the brave new world


Mythbusting the world of EVs: are people turning back to petrol?

Do people really go back to combustion engines after living with an EV?


A brief history of the Rover V8

We look at the highlights, and lowlights, of the mighty 3.5-litre 'Buick' V8


12 best carpet cleaners for removing stains

Remove stubborn stains and dirt from your carpet with these miracle-working machines


The Maserati MC20 Dakar is the unofficial answer to the Lamborghini Sterrato

With more body armour and a roof box, could this conceptual render become the next big supercar-turned-rally-raider?


Ferrari urged to hand ‘blank cheque’ to Max Verstappen for his ‘three-tenth’ advantage

A blank cheque for Max Verstappen will still be cheaper than trying to find "three-tenths" in a car...


BMW M2

The new 454bhp M2 – entry-point to M's range of wares – is now a very serious proposition indeed


The best cars from the 1990s, but which is your favourite?

With the 80s having been well and truly plundered for affordable classics, the 90s is next up. Here’s your ultimate guide to the cars to buy now – before their prices soar out of reach


An actual flying car is one step closer to reality

The AirCar gets licensed for production


Inside ‘the world’s least-visited country’ – where dirty cars are illegal and social media is banned


Car owners could lose thousands as insurance ‘safety net’ is suspended

At the end of April, car buyers will lose a valuable safety net that could cost them thousands of pounds. That’s when the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will stop companies selling GAP (Guaranteed Asset Protection) insurance. This add-on cover is bought by drivers worried that if their motor is written off by an insurer, their insurance settleme...


'We're back on top of it', Port of Dover boss says of weather-related backlog as Easter getaway begins

The Easter getaway has started, with 2.6 million car journeys expected on the nation's roads today.


Why did the Baltimore bridge collapse so quickly? Engineering experts explain tragic structural failure

Why did the Baltimore bridge collapse so quickly? Engineering experts explain tragic structural failure - Bridges usually have protections to keep them safe from collisions, experts say – but the huge force of the ‘Dali’ might have overwhelmed them


I want to convert my garage - do we need planning permission to replace the door with a window?

We have an integral garage and I wish to replace the door with a window and brickwork under the window. The garage is only used as a storage. Do I need planning permission?


Are electric cars too heavy for British roads, bridges and car parks?

Cars have a weight problem. Consider the Mini, designed to save precious fuel during rationing; it has ballooned in size. It is not alone. Cars have got bigger and bigger, with the rise of the SUV only accelerating the trend. Electric cars might look the same (for now) but they have one important difference: a heavy battery. Our EV mythbusters series has taken a wild ride through the common (but often misinformed) criticisms of electric cars,...


20 of the most popular country songs performed by Black musicians

Like many popular genres, country music began with Black people. Keep scrolling to read up on 20 of the most popular country songs by Black artists today.


The 14 best sporty Ford Fiestas

From the original Supersport to the new Fiesta ST, we tell the story of Ford’s smallest hot hatchback.


Here’s Why Riding Motorcycles Makes You a Better Driver

I’m sorry, but we’re better than you.