The dual-clutch debate
The Clio's rivals, like the Fiesta ST, are still offered with a manual transmission
Motor shows

Renault's RS Clio and the dual-clutch debate

Many might mourn the loss of a manual option for the RS Clio, but there's still hope for enthusiasts wanting something with a hard edge

12 September 2013
Renault's RS Clio and the dual-clutch debate
Go upmarket, or go out of business
Optional trims, equipment and premium finishes are designed to boost profits
Frankfurt motor show

Europe's car makers need to go upmarket, or go bust

The shrinking European car market is forcing many companies to push their cars upmarket, but they need to act fast

12 September 2013
Europe's car makers need to go upmarket, or go bust
Why steel wheels are the best part of Caterham's entry-level Seven
The 160 fits our mantra for new sports cars: 'Don't increase power, reduce grip'
Frankfurt motor show

Lack of grip and less power is why back-to-basics Caterham will be a real hoot

Of all the details we've received regarding Caterham's new sub-£17k Seven, the most intriguing (and exciting) is its low-spec tyres

11 September 2013
Lack of grip and less power is why back-to-basics Caterham will be a real hoot
Is a joint venture with Fiat the right way forward for Mazda's MX-5?
Porsche wouldn't sell off the 911 so why is Mazda trading its MX-5 to Alfa Romeo?
Frankfurt motor show

Is a joint venture with Fiat the right way forward for Mazda's MX-5?

Surely Mazda is giving away its crown jewels by developing an MX-5 sibling with Alfa Romeo

11 September 2013
Is a joint venture with Fiat the right way forward for Mazda's MX-5?
I read the news today, oh boy...
Some of the inaccuracies in this article were later changed
Frankfurt motor show

I read the news today, oh boy...

It's great that the motoring press is getting on board with the electric and hybrid revolution, but other parts of the media need to catch up

11 September 2013
I read the news today, oh boy...
Why the BMW i3 is a truly game-changing electric car
The BMW i3, in all-electric form, is claimed to be capable of covering up to 124 miles
Frankfurt motor show

Why the BMW i3 is a truly game-changing electric car

The new i3 looks set to be more desirable than any other electric car to date - and not just because it stacks up well on paper

11 September 2013
Why the BMW i3 is a truly game-changing electric car
Nissan
Nissan launched its all-electric Leaf back in 2010; other manufacturers are now committing to electric cars with conviction
Frankfurt motor show

Nissan's autonomous future

With its Leaf having shown that electric cars are viable, worthwhile and increasingly relevant, Nissan is now turning its attention to autonomous vehicles

11 September 2013
Nissan's autonomous future
Can Tisshaw motors take on Dacia?
There's more to a budget brand than stacking 'em high and selling 'em cheap
Frankfurt motor show

Can Tisshaw Motors take on Dacia?

There's more to building a budget brand than meets the eye, but Dacia is unlikely to be the last no-cost car maker to set up in Europe

10 September 2013
Can Tisshaw Motors take on Dacia?
My money is on the new S-class brand
Few could miss Mercedes' hall
Frankfurt motor show

My money is on the new S-class brand

No amount of Mercedes razzmatazz could detract from the latest S-class variant, which could prove to be a smart move

10 September 2013
My money is on the new S-class brand
Ten things you should know about the new Jaguar C-X17 SUV
The concept is an important milestone for Jaguar
Frankfurt motor show

Ten things you should know about the new Jaguar C-X17 SUV

Jaguar's SUV concept is a milestone for the company, so here's our top ten facts on the C-X17

10 September 2013
Ten things you should know about the new Jaguar C-X17 SUV
Cold weather? Mini has the answer
An N-plate Mini proved to be the perfect hack transport
Frankfurt motor show

Cold weather? Mini has the answer

The original Mini, painted with a union flag is the perfect answer to the size of the Frankfurt motor show

10 September 2013
Cold weather? Mini has the answer
Getting to the IAA in BMW's i3
Reaction to the new electric i3 is mixed
Frankfurt motor show

Getting to the IAA in BMW's i3

Steve takes a ride in BMW's new city car, which the firm is using to ferry journalists at the Frankfurt motor show

10 September 2013
Getting to the IAA in BMW's i3

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