This week in Autocar, we discover the successor to the Lotus Carlton, test drive the new Tesla Model 3, and provide insights into becoming a motoring journalist.

News

Lotus continues its reinvention by introducing the Emeya, an electric sports saloon with 905bhp designed to compete with the Porsche Taycan and Lucid Air.

Peugeot unveils the new e-3008, a key player in the revolutionary Stellantis architecture that will underpin millions of cars each year.

Mini is set to release the next-generation Cooper hatch as part of their simplified lineup during a major overhaul of their offerings.

We also have news on Toyota’s hydrogen-powered Hilux with a range of 360 miles and Mercedes’ new Tesla Model 3 competitor.

Reviews

The Toyota CH-R, a huge success in Europe, gets an update that we test in Belgium to see its improvements.

Mercedes introduces the CLE Coupe as a stylish replacement for the C-Class and E-Class coupes, and we evaluate if it truly brings together the best of both worlds.

We examine the updated Tesla Model 3 to determine if it lives up to its predecessor’s success by offering increased efficiency and refinement.

Additionally, we put the new Mercedes GLC through its paces to assess its performance after undergoing enhancements.

Features

The Munich motor show makes a comeback this year with a revamped format and impressive debuts. We share our favorite cars and captivating interviews from the event.

If you aspire to be a motoring journalist, our experienced writer Andrew Frankel provides valuable advice on how to pursue this career.

We visit Stellantis’ Ellesmere Port, a factory that was on the brink of closure due to Brexit, but managed to secure a new lease of life with the production of electric vans.

Opinion

Matt Prior addresses his pet peeve and offers insights on why it can be so frustrating. He also delves into the origin of the term ‘supercar’ and reflects on the evolving consumer-friendliness of parking and car hire services.