Wipe-out! That"s what...
Wipe-out! That"s what could happen to the Mercedes A-Class and Vaneo mini-MPV. The company is recalling all cars built in the 12 months before April 2003, because the windscreen wipers could come off. "In the worst case scenario, cracks in the recess for the plastic covers of the wiper arms can cause them to become detached," said a Mercedes spokesman.
Lightning strikes! Here’s...
Lightning strikes! Here’s the first picture of how the new British-built electric supercar, the Lightning GT, will shape up. And there’s nothing shocking about the two-door’s swoopy silhouette. It’s based on an existing petrol machine, although the design has been updated to reflect the modern credentials.
Bonnet and side vents hint at impressive performance – its combination of batteries and motors will deliver the equivalent of 700bhp. The wide-mouthed grille, integrated foglights and swept-back headlights are also entirely new.
When the first models arrive late this year, the Lightning GT will take on the Lotus-built Tesla roadster. It’s likely to cost more than ÷£100,000, and deposits of ÷£15,000 are being taken now.