As May draws to a close, the motoring world is anything but quiet. From bold EV breakthroughs to surprise production hiccups, and from Europe’s tech‑driven leaps to Asia’s shifting market tides, this week has delivered another lively mix of innovation, controversy and the occasional eyebrow‑raiser. Here’s your global roundup of the stories steering the automotive world forward.
New Lotus Emira 420 Sport
Lotus introduces the Emira 420 Sport – the most powerful, lightest and most aerodynamically capable Emira ever built.
Peugeot drops prices across the UK — up to £10,000 off
Peugeot has slashed prices across its entire UK line‑up, making models from the 208 to the 5008 “more accessible than ever.” Some trims are seeing reductions of up to £10k, a major shake‑up in the mid‑market segment.
AC Cars launches £400k Cobra Coupe supercar
Historic British brand AC Cars has kicked off a new era with the reveal of its £400,000 V8 Cobra Coupe, aiming to build over 1,000 cars per year. A bold move for a boutique UK sports‑car maker.
Ferrari unveils its first EV — the Ferrari Luce
Ferrari has officially revealed the Ferrari Luce, its first fully electric model, featuring a 122 kWh battery and 350 kW fast‑charging capability. A landmark moment in the supercar world.
Illegal phone use among young drivers spikes
A new report highlights a sharp rise in illegal mobile phone use among young drivers — a worrying trend for road safety campaigners.
UK vehicle production dips slightly in April
SMMT figures show UK vehicle production fell 1.2% in April, described as “broadly stable” after a tough start to the year.
Worldwide Car News Roundup — This Week
Toyota sales fall for the third consecutive month, driven by declines in China and the Middle East.
Thailand’s car production drops to a five‑year low, signalling regional manufacturing challenges.
Global Industry & Technology: Big Moves and New Milestones
- BMW’s Shenyang plant builds its seven‑millionth vehicle, marking a major production milestone for the brand.
- Basemark and KPIT partner to accelerate next‑gen automotive HMI systems, pushing forward cockpit and UI innovation.
- Hyundai Mobis joins the Eclipse SDV open‑source initiative, signalling the industry’s shift toward software‑defined vehicles.
- MAN backs a new Brenner corridor e‑truck initiative, supporting long‑haul electric freight in Europe.
- Volvo expands Tesla Supercharger access across Europe and Asia‑Pacific, continuing the global NACS adoption trend.
