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“1990s Chrysler: Hands-Free Cell Phone Built into Visor | Giga Gears”
While the technology we have in vehicles now is helpful, a lot of it is distracting. In addition to ever increasing screen sizes, cell phone use while driving continues to be a problem. Cell phone usage while driving spiked during the pandemic and has only gotten worse unfortunately. While bluetooth technology for…
“Stop Expecting Free Premium Gas | Giga Gears”
You’ve probably heard the old trick: Pull up to a gas pump right after a fancy luxury car leaves, and you’ll get a little bit of the premium gas they left in the pump’s hose added to the 87-octane swill you’re buying. Suddenly, magically, you’ve got a little extra octane in your tank for free. Well, hate to burst your…
“Autocar Magazine – September 25 Issue Now Available | Giga Gears”
New Mercedes super car revealed, Volkswagen Golf GTI rated, and a road trip in a Vauxhall Corsa
In this week’s issue, we take a look at Mercedes-AMG’s plans for a radical new electric car, give our verdict on the new Volkswagen Golf GTI, and go on a UK road trip in one of Britain’s best-selling cars.
News
Mercedes-AMG is hatching plans for a spectacular electric supercar inspired by the retro-styled Vision One-Eleven concept, with the inbound halo model set to arrive with a 730bhp quad-motor and cost £333,000. We speak to AMG boss Michael Schiebe to learn more.
Toyota looks to be readying its GR Corolla hot hatchback for a European launch as prototypes begin testing at the Nürburgring. We share all the latest spy shots.
Also in the news section: we reveal the 435bhp dual-motor Maxxus eTerron 9 electric pick-up truck and highlight how dealers are offering huge discounts on ex-demo EVs in a bid to combat the slowing demand for used electric cars.
Reviews
BMW’s best-selling model has been given a radical makeover - but is it as good as the outgoing SUV? James Attwood heads to Munich to find out.
The MG ZS Hybrid+ is bigger, plusher, punchier and more efficient than its predecessor, but no dearer. Matt Saunders finds out what this new hybrid SUV has to offer.
Also in the First Drive section: the new BMW 1 Series, bonkers Audi RS6 Avant GT, Polestar 3 Dual Motor, Hyundai Ioniq 5, BYD Seal U DM-i and the Peugeot 5008 Hybrid.
We also road test the new Volkswagen Golf GTI hot hatchback (#5694) and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class (#5695)
Features
The Vauxhall Corsa is a consistent top-selling car in the UK, but it is often overlooked by enthusiasts. Matt Prior takes the popular supermini on a road trip to some of Britain’s overlooked automotive attractions.
Opinion
Matt Prior ponders the current lack of car-related content on mainstream TV, and traces the history of the 750 Motor Club, a motorsport organisation founded in 1939 to get people racing in Austin 7s.
Steve Cropley heads to Coventry University to meet a group of students tasked with creating a hydrogen fuel-cell supercar with help from British brand Riversimple – and calls on the government to get a grip of the UK’s EV situation.
Used
The hardy but handsome Land Rover Discovery 4 is one of the best second-hand 4x4s you can buy today thanks to its go-anywhere usability and load-lugging versatility. Sam Phillips explains how you can get one for as little as £3000.
Also in the used section: My Car and I, Our Cars, Caught in the Classifieds and Head to Head.
“Unique Six-Wheeled Porsche 944 Pickup for Sale | Giga Gears”
Sometimes we come across custom cars that you hate to look at, but that also draw you in at the same time. I’m talking ridiculous stuff that’ll make you have confusing feelings of disgust and delight. If you have deep enough pockets, I’ve come across the exact kind of vehicle that’ll draw out those kinds of feelings:…
“Week in Cars: Steve Cropley & Matt Prior Podcast Ep. 107 | Giga Gears”
Prior and Cropley talk Mazda MX-5s, a design competition, and wonder how long a hybrid needs to go?