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Opinion

'Formula E is the future of motorsport, not Formula 1'
OPINION Formula E

'Formula E is the future of motorsport, not Formula 1'

After watching the Formula E finale, Steve Fowler says that Formula 1 has a lot to learn from the all-electric racing series
Opinion
24 Jul 2019
‘Vauxhall and Peugeot need to cut electric car prices'
Opinion - MINI Electric

‘Vauxhall and Peugeot need to cut electric car prices'

Mike Rutherford thinks affordability is fast becoming one of the most important words in the modern car-buying vocabulary
Opinion
20 Jul 2019
Lotus Evija marks a turning point for the brand under Geely
 Opinion: Lotus Evija

Lotus Evija marks a turning point for the brand under Geely

What does the Evija mean for Lotus? John McIlroy thinks it's important but mainly as a sign of things to come...
Opinion
17 Jul 2019
'Manufacturers are building cars designed to last'
OPINION new car sales

'Manufacturers are building cars designed to last'

The quality of cars today is so good that customers are keeping them longer which is hurting new car sales, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
13 Jul 2019
The French Grand Prix marks the beginning of the end for F1
OPINION F1

The French Grand Prix marks the beginning of the end for F1

The French Grand Prix will go down as one of the dullest races ever and has damaged the reputation of Formula 1, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
7 Jul 2019
“The UK leads the world on talent in the motor industry”
Opinion - Richard Palmer

“The UK leads the world on talent in the motor industry”

It’s been a good news week for the UK and our 2019 Brit List shows that the future looks even brighter, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
3 Jul 2019
'Filling Ian Callum's designer shoes is a tough job'
OPINION - Ian Callum

'Filling Ian Callum's designer shoes is a tough job'

Replacing the retiring Ian Callum is not an easy task however Jaguar have just the man in Julian Thompson, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
29 Jun 2019
The Ford Puma is here, but surely better names are available
Opinion - Ford Puma badge

The Ford Puma is here, but surely better names are available

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler bemoans Ford's lack of imagination in dusting off the Puma name for its new small SUV
Opinion
26 Jun 2019
‘Euisun Chung looks set to be most powerful car bloke of the
OPINION Mike Rutherford

‘Euisun Chung looks set to be most powerful car bloke of the

Mike Rutherford thinks vice-chairman Euisun Chung holds the key to Hyundai and Kia's future
Opinion
22 Jun 2019
'PSA is at the forefront of normalising electric cars'
OPINION Peugeot 2008

'PSA is at the forefront of normalising electric cars'

With the new Peugeot 2008, Steve Fowler thinks PSA is leading the way in making electric cars normalised with the general public
Opinion
20 Jun 2019
‘Are saloons dead? Don’t be daft. They’re very much alive’
Opinion - Volvo S60

‘Are saloons dead? Don’t be daft. They’re very much alive’

Mike Rutherford thinks the archetypal saloon-type car is suffering an identity crisis, but will still be around for decades to come
Opinion
16 Jun 2019
Car industry is floundering due to a lack of support
OPINION Bridgend

Car industry is floundering due to a lack of support

Steve Fowler thinks car bosses rather than politicians would be better suited to dealing with the struggling UK car industry
Opinion
12 Jun 2019
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FCA / Renault merger deal has fallen through
OPINION FCA & Renault

FCA / Renault merger deal has fallen through

The idea of a potential merger between FCA and Renault sounded like a bad idea, so Mike Rutherford is glad the deal has fallen through
Opinion
9 Jun 2019
‘Car guys never retire, they go on to greater things’
Opinion - Ian Callum

‘Car guys never retire, they go on to greater things’

Ian Callum, Dr Dieter Zetsche and Paul Buckett have left jobs in the car industry, but Steve Fowler thinks they'll leave a lasting legacy
Opinion
5 Jun 2019
'2018 was the year the UK car industry went backwards'
OPINION UK manufacturing

'2018 was the year the UK car industry went backwards'

2018 was a disastrous year for the UK car industry with it going backwards in too many crucial areas, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
2 Jun 2019
'The all-electric Vauxhall Corsa is a landmark car for EVs'
OPINION Vauxhall Corsa

'The all-electric Vauxhall Corsa is a landmark car for EVs'

The new Vauxhall Corsa has gone electric and editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks this could be a game changer for electric cars
Opinion
29 May 2019
'Google can change how cars are sold forever'
OPINION Google

'Google can change how cars are sold forever'

Google should lend it's modern retailing expertise to car manufacturers rather than building its own car, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
27 May 2019
‘Independence is admirable, but it’s holding JLR back’
Opinion - Ralf Speth

‘Independence is admirable, but it’s holding JLR back’

Deputy editor John McIlroy thinks Jaguar Land Rover could benefit from a change of owner
Opinion
22 May 2019
We need a British motor
OPINION Goodwood

We need a British motor

A British motor show is needed to help educate and inspire the future generations interested in the car industry, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
18 May 2019
The UK should follow Norway's lead for an EV future
OPINION Norway

The UK should follow Norway's lead for an EV future

Norway has embraced the electric car and sales are rising rapidly and the UK should be taking note, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
15 May 2019
'Motorist's freedom is being stripped away'
OPINION Speedometer

'Motorist's freedom is being stripped away'

The introduction of speed limiters into new cars is another example of freedom being stripped away, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
12 May 2019
'Tesla needs to cement its place as THE electric car maker'
OPINION Tesla Model 3

'Tesla needs to cement its place as THE electric car maker'

Tesla needs to prove that it is the definitive electric car maker and stay ahead of its mainstream rivals, says John McIlroy
Opinion
8 May 2019
'Are motor shows dead or alive?
OPINION Genesis

'Are motor shows dead or alive?

No car manufacturer seems to know whether or not the humble motor show is going to thrive to be killed off, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
6 May 2019
Jaguar WCOTY 2019
OPINION WCOTY 2019

Jaguar WCOTY 2019

Jaguar and Ian Callum have both proved that the UK motor industry is not on its knees after all, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
28 Apr 2019
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‘Genesis is set to succeed where Infiniti has failed’
Opinion - Genesis

‘Genesis is set to succeed where Infiniti has failed’

Hyundai's luxury brand Genesis is coming to Europe, and Steve Fowler thinks it will succeed where many others have failed
Opinion
24 Apr 2019
ULEZ money grabbing scam
OPINION London

ULEZ money grabbing scam

The recently introduced ultra-low emission zone in London is just another money making scheme targeting motorists, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
21 Apr 2019
‘Why should we be excited about Lotus? One word: Geely’
Opinion - Lotus

‘Why should we be excited about Lotus? One word: Geely’

With an electric hypercar and a 911 rival on the way, Steve Fowler thinks the future of Lotus looks bright under Geely’s leadership
Opinion
18 Apr 2019
Hyundai-Kia is becoming a global car superpower
OPINION  - Hyundai

Hyundai-Kia is becoming a global car superpower

Hyundai-Kia have dramatically improved in the last few decades and look set to become one of the motoring giants, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
13 Apr 2019
‘Car makers need to work hard to stay relevant’
Opinion - Ford Go Further

‘Car makers need to work hard to stay relevant’

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks some car companies might not survive if they don’t adapt to the new world of mobility services
Opinion
10 Apr 2019
'Coventry council is insulting UK's Motor City'
OPINION - Traffic

'Coventry council is insulting UK's Motor City'

The proposal of a 'leave your car at home' scheme by Coventry Council is an insult to the UK's Motor City, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
7 Apr 2019
‘Hyundai and Kia plan to up their game even further’
Opinion - Kia Soul EV

‘Hyundai and Kia plan to up their game even further’

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks Euisun Chung’s leadership is steering Hyundai, Kia and Genesis into an even brighter future
Opinion
3 Apr 2019
'UK government to create a new car company after Brexit'

'UK government to create a new car company after Brexit'

If Brexit happens then the government should use it to create a UK-run car company, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
30 Mar 2019
Volvo is pushing the safety boundaries
OPINION Volvo

Volvo is pushing the safety boundaries

Despite its pioneering safety history, Volvo is being more ambitious than ever before in its pursuit for safety, says John Mcllory
Opinion
27 Mar 2019
'The world may never see 100 million new car sales'
OPINION new car sales

'The world may never see 100 million new car sales'

86 million new car sales in 2018 is impressive but the 100 million barrier may be out of reach says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
23 Mar 2019
Missing manufacturers from Geneva
OPINION Geneva

Missing manufacturers from Geneva

Several manufacturers were missing from this year's Geneva Motor Show, and have all lost out on big sales, says Mike Rutherford
Opinion
18 Mar 2019
'Car companies that don’t partner up won’t survive'
bmw mercedes opinion header

'Car companies that don’t partner up won’t survive'

Mercedes and BMW are setting a good example of sharing technology and expertise, says Steve Fowler
Opinion
13 Mar 2019
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