This Week in Autocar: Ferrari 812 Successor, Rolls-Royce Spectre Tribute, and the Future of Petrol Stations

Ferrari 812 Successor

Ferrari is nearing the completion of its highly anticipated successor to the 812 Superfast. The exciting news is that it will continue to feature the iconic V12 engine. Stay tuned for all the details on this upcoming release.

Rolls-Royce Spectre Tribute

Join us as we take a ride in the new Rolls-Royce Spectre, paying homage to the legendary Henry Royce. Discover the history and innovation behind this groundbreaking vehicle.

The Future of Petrol Stations

The rise of electric cars is reshaping the automotive industry, and with it comes a decline in demand for petrol and diesel. Explore what the future holds for petrol stations and how they may adapt to this changing landscape.

News

• Get a first look at the new Dacia Duster, touted as the “best bargain on the market.”
• Discover the exclusive electric off-roader, Callum Skye, claimed to be the world’s most beautiful high-performance multi-terrain vehicle.
• Learn about the new ultra-luxury Porsche Panamera, Nissan’s Sunderland plant future, and Lucid’s Tesla rival.

Reviews

• Experience the third generation of the Peugeot e-3008, powered by electric technology.
• Find out if the new Polestar 3 lives up to its claim of being the keen driver’s choice.
• Explore the reinvented Renault Scenic, now a family-focused electric crossover.
• Take a test drive in the brand new Hyundai Santa Fe, facelifted Vauxhall Corsa, and the new BMW i5.

Features

• Delve into the story of Rolls-Royce’s first EV, tracing its roots back to Henry Royce and experiencing the groundbreaking new Spectre.
• Discover the impact of electric cars on petrol and diesel demand and explore the future of petrol stations.

Opinion

• Matt Prior reflects on the various drive modes available in modern cars and shares his changed perspective since the launch of the Hyundai Ioniq 5N.
• Steve Cropley provides an in-depth look at the Caterham Project V and its potential as a successor to his A110. He also shares his visit to Ford’s heritage center and his drive of the Mercedes EQE 500 SUV.

Used

John Evans highlights the reliability and appeal of the fourth-generation Mercedes E-Class, making a case for giving it a second chance.