Nick Gibbs

Nick Gibbs
Title: Business correspondent

Articles by Nick Gibbs

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Lotus has released an official image of the supercar's rear – and Autocar has imagined what the rest of the car will look like
News

Lotus confirms new V8 hybrid supercar for 2028

Company will channel spirit of Esprit with mid-engined follow-up to Emira, which is "likely" to be built in Europe

12 May 2026
Lotus confirms new V8 hybrid supercar for 2028
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News

Why inviting the Chinese to share factories could prove tough

European factories could prove cheaper for Chinese brands than paying import tariffs, stoking negotiations

8 May 2026
Why inviting the Chinese to share factories could prove tough
Bentley crewe
News

Bentley posts first quarterly loss since 2020

British manufacturer blames US tariffs, Middle East disruption and slower-than-expected rollout of updated models

7 May 2026
Bentley posts first quarterly loss since 2020
Ineos Fusilier yellow
Fusilier was delayed and will be launched "probably by 2028"
News

Ineos using shared platforms to fast-track new range of smaller 4x4s

Ineos avoids more "ground-up" cars like the Grenadier in bid to cut costs and accelerate expansion

7 May 2026
Ineos using shared platforms to fast-track new range of smaller 4x4s
Nissan Sunderland plant Leaf EV
News

Nissan to shut production line at Sunderland in cost-saving move

Japanese manufacturer will also cut 900 jobs across Europe - but confirms roles at Sunderland are safe

5 May 2026
Nissan to shut production line at Sunderland in cost-saving move
Farizon V7E
News

Europe's van giants forced to adapt under threat from new EV rivals

Cheap, electric-focused newcomers from Asia are forcing established brands to rethink – and get in on the act

5 May 2026
Europe's van giants forced to adapt under threat from new EV rivals
Porsche Rimac2
Opinion

Porsche-Rimac split is a blow for European automotive innovation

Porsche's investment in Rimac started in 2018 but it has now completely severed ties in the loss-making firm

30 April 2026
Porsche-Rimac split is a blow for European automotive innovation
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Picture: Getty Images
Opinion

Can we rely on King Charles' charm, or should we build Trump a limo?

The first visit from a reigning monarch since 2007 could ease tensions – and tariffs on our car trade

28 April 2026
Can we rely on King Charles' charm, or should we build Trump a limo?
Riversimple Audi A2
Audi A2s will form the basis for testing the Runabout, replacing the Riversimple Rasa (left)
News

UK FCEV maker Riversimple pivots to hydrogen-powered Audi A2

New project signals end of 10-year-old Rasa development car as firm switches to work on more practical Runabout

24 April 2026
UK FCEV maker Riversimple pivots to hydrogen-powered Audi A2
Tesla Model 3 RWD front quarter tracking
Opinion

Has Tesla kicked off a price war with bargain Model 3 deal?

A Model 3 for £295pm with £295 down is a compelling deal, undercutting even petrol-powered superminis

23 April 2026
Has Tesla kicked off a price war with bargain Model 3 deal?
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News

Honda pulls e:Ny1 from UK market in great EV reset

Japanese company now sells no electric cars in the UK as it struggles with electrification globally

16 April 2026
Honda pulls e:Ny1 from UK market in great EV reset

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