Skip to main content

Autos - SERIES 128 {21 articles}

Auto Makers Consider Shifting More Manufacturing to North America

10/5/2018, 11:17:20 AM
Foreign car makers are considering moving more manufacturing to North America from their overseas plants following the recent U.S. trade deal with Canada and Mexico. ✔ The deal exempts light trucks such as pickups from the caps ✔ Some industry analysts say the new restrictions could over time hurt North American competitiveness, raising manufacturing costs and retail prices for U.S.-sold cars ✔ Many car makers now use North Americaand particularly Mexico and the U.S.as export hubs to markets overseas, but that could change with the shifting trade policies



Honest John: I was flashed by a speed camera on the M25 – how do I know whether I'll get a ticket?

10/5/2018, 12:28:56 PM
If your car has developed a fault, or for consumer advice, turn to Honest John by emailing honestadvice@telegraph. ✔ This contradicts the large number of surveys I have read going back over 20 years and what I have heard form those in the motor industry ✔ If your car has developed a fault, or for consumer advice, turn to Honest John by emailing honestadvice@telegraph.co.uk For tips and advice, visit our Advice section, or sign up to our newsletter here A-Z Car Finder



The future of electric car design has yet to be written

10/5/2018, 12:11:17 PM
At its heart, the car industry remains a deeply conservative one ✔ Photo by Vlad Savov / The Verge Carmakers are a weird bunch ✔ Attending the Paris Motor Show this week, I see this dichotomy everywhere around me ✔ Renault’s EZ-Ultimo self-driving limo is parked a few feet away from a fleet of anonymous-looking SUVs ✔ There’s a certain degree of real-world skeuomorphism going on with electric car designs



2018 Paris Motor Show: Towards an electric and autonomous future

10/5/2018, 2:44:36 PM
#TECH 24 : This week, we bring you a special edition of Tech 24 from the 2018 Paris Motor Show. As electric cars and autonomous vehicles take centre... ✔ This week, we bring you a special edition of Tech 24 from the 2018 Paris Motor Show ✔ As electric cars and autonomous vehicles take centre stage, we tell you how tech giants and start-ups alike are looking to get into the auto industry and help design the car of the future



In pictures: gorgeous 1954 Arnolt-Bristol Roadster goes up for auction in Zoute 

10/5/2018, 12:51:33 PM
In pictures: gorgeous 1954 Arnolt-Bristol Roadster goes up for auction in Zoute  ✔ Its cylinder head was designed by Rudolf Schleicher who was also known for developing Horch’s impressive 8-cylinder units ✔ With a bit of tuning, the Bristol engine could produce in excess of 150bhp, more than enough power to propel the nippy 2,100lb car around the track ✔ The sale takes place tonight at 5.30pm Brussels time



Toyota recalls 55,500 of its cars on UK roads - find out if yours is one of them

10/5/2018, 3:33:35 PM
TOYOTA has issued a recall of 55,519 of its hybrid cars on UK roads over power loss problems, including the popular Prius. Other cars affected are the Prius+ and Auris – all made from October… ✔ To check if your model is affected, you will need to enter the car registration on the Toyota or Government recall websites ✔ Toyota dealers will update the software for all involved vehicles at no charge and the recall will be conducted in accordance with DVSA guidelines



2018 Paris motor show wrap

10/5/2018, 8:37:34 AM
Alternating between Paris and Frankfurt each year, Europe’s largest motor shows give powerhouse nations a chance to flaunt their wares on the world stage. ✔ Think of it as Mercedes’ answer to Apple’s Siri or Amazon’s Alexa, an onboard assistant capable of navigating, adjusting the temperature or telling you the population of Botswana with a simile vocal query.] Mercedes-AMG chief Tobias Moers told us his brand’s new entry-point, a 225kW, all-wheel-drive A35 hatch is a proper AMG, and that the next-gen, non-hybrid A45 AMG will set new benchmarks when it arrives next year



2019 Ford Edge first drive review: A baby step improvement

10/5/2018, 2:14:52 PM
Ford throws more tech and light styling revisions at its midsize crossover SUV. ✔ When the freshened 2019 Ford Edge debuted at the Detroit auto show earlier this year, the addition of a hotter ST model naturally garnered most of the attention, thanks to its 335-horsepower twin-turbo V6, tighter suspension and sharper looks ✔ Ford engineers squeezed an additional 5 ponies out of the engine for 2019, which isn't a dramatic change but it's something



Cramer on Elon Musk's SEC tweet: This type of 'erratic behavior' won't take Tesla to $1 trillion

10/5/2018, 2:43:00 PM
CNBC's Jim Cramer sees the Tesla CEO's tweet poking fun at the SEC as deeply concerning. ✔ Cramer has previously suggested that Tesla's board should put Musk on a short medical leave after weeks of what the Mad Money host called bizarre behavior ✔ He later apologized for that on the second-quarter call in August ✔ Tesla did not immediately respond to CNBC's request for comment



MotoGP Thailand preview: what to expect from Chang International Circuit this weekend

10/5/2018, 12:01:24 PM
The Chang International Circuit, an hour's ride from Phanom Rung in Thailand’s Buriram province, is the location for round 15 of the 2018 MotoGP championship this weekend. ✔ The Chang International Circuit, an hour's ride from Phanom Rung in Thailand’s Buriram province, is the location for round 15 of the 2018 MotoGP championship this weekend ✔ By contrast Yamaha have had no rider finish in the top three in the last four races



Shocking footage released of drivers risking their lives at level crossings

10/5/2018, 2:25:12 PM
NEARLY 50 accidents take place every week in the UK as impatient drivers jump the lights at level crossings. Network Rail has released footage of in a bid to deter the one in seven dangerous driver… ✔ This is even more dangerous considering that freight trains are not listed on public timetables - and they go through level crossings at speeds up to 100mph ✔ By staying behind the barrier until it is safe to cross and paying attention to the warnings at level crossings, we can all keep ourselves and those in our vehicles out of harm's way



Tesla is down 5% thanks to Musk's tweets, all but wiping out Tesla's gains for settling with the SEC

10/5/2018, 2:35:13 PM
Musk apparently called the SEC the "Shortseller Enrichment Commission" on Twitter. Before Musk sent the tweet, the two parties were ordered to write a joint letter to a judge justifying their settlement.  ✔ The deal also requires that Tesla put in place a system for monitoring Musk's public communications about the company, including his tweets ✔ The company's stock is down more than 12 percent since the start of the year ✔ The stock has been volatile throughout much of 2018 ✔ As of Friday morning, shares were trading at roughly $268



Red Dead Redemption 2: Early Access Content Revealed for PS4

10/5/2018, 3:00:49 PM
An outfit, horse, saddle, and revolver for PS4 players. ✔ Sony has revealed some of the 30-day early-access content coming to those who purchase Red Dead Redemption 2 on PlayStation 4 and it includes an outfit, horse, saddle, and a revolver ✔ This saddle is an enhanced version of the basic saddle that comes stock for players when starting Red Dead Online



How to Disconnect From ‘Always On’ Work Culture

10/5/2018, 12:02:34 PM
In our ‘Always On’ world, colleagues text and email us at all hours, expecting a quick response. But with these strategies, you can be happily out of reach—and not out of a job. ✔ Just tap the circled i next to VIP in your mail app to add preferred addresses, and then you can set custom alerts and notifications ✔ September 27, 2018 New Tamagotchis, and the Trials of Digital Parenthood in 2018 September 25, 2018 Smart Showers, Brainy Tubs: The Rise of the High-Tech Bathroom September 19, 2018 How Tech is Drawing Shoppers Back to Bricks-and-Mortar Stores September 12, 2018 Quiz: Can You Tell the Difference Between Gmail Smart Reply and a Human



Where is Xur Today? Destiny 2 Location, time he arrives October 5 - Plus Malfeasance News

10/5/2018, 8:32:39 AM
DESTINY 2 exotic gear merchant Xur returns, selling more exotic weapons, armour and gear! But does he have anything worth spending those Legendary Shards on? Follow updates for the Agent of the Nine's new stock, here. ✔ Moving forward:  Xur will no longer display a vendor icon on destination maps Xur will no longer be tied to Flashpoints Xur’s Fated Engrams will grant only pre-Forsaken Exotics All this being said, it looks like Xur is still spawning in the exact same areas on Titan, Io, Nessus and the European Dead Zone



Toyota recalls 2.4 million hybrids over stalling risk

10/5/2018, 2:47:07 PM
Stay safe, check your VIN against the recall database. ✔ PA Archive/PA Images Toyota is facing a fresh setback after having to deal with a long line of faults relating to its hybrid cars over the past few years ✔ The carmaker stated that no actual accidents have been recorded so far ✔ Last month, the company had to recall over a million hybrid vehicles due to the risk of fire in the PCU wiring



Netflix cements its roots in Hollywood with new high-rise office

10/5/2018, 1:17:06 PM
The new tower will boast autonomous vehicle drop-off points and drone deliveries. ✔ That's on top of the sites it already leases across the street, which it's also renewed, bringing its tally to 745,623 square feet in that iconic part of town, reports Deadline ✔ Upon completion, the cutting-edge space will boast electric car charging stations, solar-paneled windows and a dedicated VIP rideshare, and autonomous vehicle drop-off and drone deliveries, according to real-estate company Hudson Pacific



Tesla’s referral programme rewards owners by sending photos to space 

10/5/2018, 11:11:57 AM
Palo Alto-based firm Tesla has a bizarre new referral programme that rewards owners by sending an image of their choice 'etched in glass' to deep space. ✔ The SEC claimed Musk had not lined up backers and he'd predicted the $420-per-share price based on a 20 per cent premium to the previous day's closing rate, because he thought this would be the typical uplift paid by a bidder taking a firm private ✔ I think we just became a real car company … Thank you for your hard work and dedication, Elon



Elon Musk taunts the SEC days after fraud settlement

10/5/2018, 1:08:34 PM
The erratic CEO has a new name for the federal agency. ✔ Musk’s defiance on Twitter, where he has 22 million followers, could prove risky or unwise: Regulators had pushed to bar him from leading the company, and could do so again if they feel Musk or the company have not abided by the deal ✔ Naughty by Nature, he tweeted, including a winking face



The Morning After: Did China hack Apple and Amazon?

10/5/2018, 10:46:35 AM
We’ve got everything to expect from Google’s fancy Pixel event next week (Phones! Hybrid devices!), as well as more details on the first live-action Star Wars TV series. ✔ The 'stealth lock' is a stylish improvement over the original's chain system.VanMoof's new electric bike is seriously smart VanMoof's Electrified S2 and X2 are vast improvements on their predecessors, with bigger batteries, nippier motors and smarter locking mechanisms



Best Garmin watch 2018: how do you find the right one for you?

10/5/2018, 10:34:01 AM
A look at the US giant’s running roster ✔ Welcome to our list of the very best Garmin watches out at the moment - something we've spent a long time putting together ✔ You might not know that for 30 years the brand has been making devices for the automotive, aviation and marine industries, but it's getting notable success in fitness ✔ Read our full Garmin Forerunner 620 review 8



>>> Open This Series

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Autos - SERIES 165 {11 articles}

Volkswagen Polo GTI 2018 new car review | value, performance 10/18/2018, 8:25:52 PM Stephen Ottley road tests the 2018 Volkswagen Polo GTI, assessing it for performance, handling, value, space and features. ✔ The boot is also 71-litres bigger than the old model and can now swallow 305-litres of luggage, which is better than some small cars from the class above ✔ The steering is direct and responsive but could do with more feedback to the driver ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert) The game developer behind 'Grand Theft Auto' and 'Red Dead Redemption' is embroiled in an ongoing controversy — here's what's been going on 10/18/2018, 10:26:55 PM Rockstar Games employees have taken to social media to express their feelings about the video game studio’s work environment after cofounder Dan Houser praised staff members for pulling 100-hour work weeks to finish "Red Dead Redemption 2....

Autos - SERIES 189 {12 articles}

2019 Audi A8 L review: A top-tier tech car 10/26/2018, 11:59:03 AM The A8 is Audi's flagship large luxury sedan, leading the way with the best comfort, technology and amenities that the German automaker has to offer. Elon Musk successfully cosplays as a normal car company CEO 10/26/2018, 11:07:27 AM How long will this plot line go on? ✔ This quarter did contain the most-normal car executive shit I’ve ever seen out of Musk ✔ His antics funding secured, calling a rescue diver a pedo, having some whiskey and hitting a blunt on the Joe Rogan show have been toned way, way down ✔ This is likely to reassure nervous investors, who’ve had a real rollercoaster of a year ✔ Sure, it’s weird for a CEO, but by Musk’s standards, it’s basically normal 2019 Ram 1500 gets lifted, dropped for SEMA 10/26/2018, 11:59:15 AM FCA's all-new pickup will have its ups and downs at the nation's largest custom car expo. ✔ Thanks to their multifaceted nature, pickup trucks are more cu...

Autos - SERIES 191 {11 articles}

All British ambulances could soon be made by Fiat to cut back on costs 10/26/2018, 4:04:21 PM FIAT is looking to capitalise on scathing criticism of NHS spending on ambulances, by supplying more of its cheaper-alternative vans. The Italian car maker’s Ducato can save the NHS up to £16… ✔ Alamy 2 The traditional Modular Box ambulance is dying out due to conversion and fuel costs Fiat Professional is already the leading supplier of panel van ambulances in the UK, with hundreds of its Ducato models on the road ✔ We look forward to working with the various Health Trusts in 2019 and beyond 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross First Drive Review | Digital Trends 10/26/2018, 5:40:11 PM The 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross relies on 1990s nostalgia, spiffy styling, and a new turbocharged engine to add some spice to a bland crossover recipe. Mitsubishi is trying to rebuild itself with a focus on SUVs, and the Eclipse Cross is an important part of that strategy. ✔ At high revs the engine m...

Autos - SERIES 145 {10 articles}

China’s Auto Sales Face First Annual Decline in Decades 10/12/2018, 12:09:15 PM Auto sales in China fell for the third straight month in September, as fragile consumer confidence amid a falling stock market and trade tensions led to weak sales. ✔ General Motors Co.’s China sales declined 15% in the third quarter year over year ✔ The company’s poor performance in China comes despite a July reduction in tariffs from 25% to 15%, which was expected to help importers of premium vehicles such as the British auto maker You could be fined £300 and slapped with SIX penalty points if you make this simple oversight on your car insurance 10/12/2018, 3:12:26 PM MOTORISTS face a severe penalty for making a simple oversight when applying for car insurance. If you fail to declare any modifications on your car in your insurance policy, you might not be covere… ✔ But if the case goes to court that could be extended to an unlimited fine and even a driving ban ✔ And as your insurer won't...

Travel - SERIES 90 {15 articles}

US flights: Tropical Storm Gordon to affect Louisiana and Florida travellers - full list 9/4/2018, 7:04:13 PM TROPICAL STORM Gordon is to make landfall tonight, in which it could become a hurricane if it's speed picks up. A number of US airlines are waiving the charges to change flights for passengers affected by the storm in Louisiana and Florida. ✔ Tropical Storm Gordon: Full list of airlines with free changes in the US (Image: Getty/NHC) Frontier Airlines Travellers from airports in Jackson in Mississippi, New Orleans or Pensacola in Florida can change their ticket if travelling between 4 September and 6 September You can now order cannabis-infused grub from hotel room service in America 9/4/2018, 5:01:50 PM HOTEL rooms in the US are now offering an unusual item on the room service menu – cannabis oil. The drug has become legal in nine US states for recreational use, including California, Nevada and Co… ✔ WIN A FREE HOLIDAY Fancy a free holiday to Disneyland or Du...