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AS of 1 September – just a few weeks away – new cars will have to be homologated to new WLTP emissions standards: what’s known as Euro 6c. And while the thinking behind these emissions regulations is right, the implementation, as usual, leaves quite a lot to be desired. By having such a cut-off point – with only a small amount of wriggle room – we’re likely to see unusually high August ‘sales’ as dealers rush to register cars that don’t meet the new standards. But that’s not the end of it. In September sales are expected to dip massively as car makers are still struggling with the workload to ensure all cars are tested to the new standards, meaning extensive delivery delays for some models. I don’t have a…

• Behind the wheel as boxy off-road legend is reborn • More power and low-down torque from 1.5-litre engine ORDER a new Suzuki Jimny in Japan now and you won’t pick it up until early next year. That’s how popular the tiny, go-anywhere SUV has become. And Suzuki says it expects similarly strong demand in overseas markets, too. Why? That retro styling, of course. The Jimny is a logarithmic improvement over the chunky, clunky outgoing model; born way back in 1970, this is the first all-new Jimny in more than 20 years. So Suzuki has had time to think about revisions and get the packaging right. Penned in an unashamedly boxy style with strong hints of the Mercedes G-Class and Land Rover Defender, the new Jimny has proportions that make…

“In profile the iconic shape remains unspoilt, with more pronounced rear haunches than on the 991” James_Brodie@dennis.co.uk @jimmybrods • Spies catch next sports car on test with no disguise • Plug-in hybrid technology to feature for the first time THE 2019 Porsche 911 has been spied testing yet again, although these latest spy shots are unlike our usual candid snaps of upcoming cars. These fresh images reveal the new 992-generation 911 almost in its entirety; it even has a proper paintjob. They serve up an unblemished look at the latest evolution of Porsche’s iconic sports car before we get to see it officially later this year, possibly in November at the Los Angeles Motor Show. On display is a new front bumper and grille arrangement that is boxier and wider…

• Corsa set to be first model to feature latest design language Richard_Ingram@dennis.co.uk @rsp_ingram VAUXHALL has confirmed that a fresh brand design language is on the way, teasing a new concept carto mark the first anniversary of Opel and Vauxhall’s takeover by the PSA Group. Called the GT X Experimental, the design study will be revealed imminently. It doesn’t have a conventional grille, potentially hinting at a fully-electric drivetrain. There’s no information on what form the concept will take, although the cleverly draped sheet suggests a conventional hatchback shape. The face of the GT X Experimental is also expected to influence the all-new Vauxhall Corsa, which isdue in 2019. Vauxhall vice-president of design Mark Adams previously told AutoExpress: “The [GT X Experimental] concept is where weare going with the brand…

COMBO LIFE – 2018 New Vauxhall leisure activity vehicle hits UK this summer. ASTRA FACELIFT – 2019 Updated version of brand’s VW Golf rival has been spied. CORSA – 2019 Supermini will share platform with next Peugeot 208. GRANDLAND X PHEV – 2019 Plug-in hybrid version of flagship SUV confirmed. CORSA EV – 2020 Electric Corsa will be first of many EVs from firm by 2024. MOKKA X – 2020 Next Mokka X on PSA platform has been spied on test as well. NEW ASTRA – 2022 Eighth-generation Astra to boast plug-in hybrid tech.…

MINI has revealed the new Clubman City. It’s a new entry-level trim aimed at fleet users, introducing new kit and engines to the compact estate’s line-up. Engine choices include a pair of 1.5-litre three-cylinders. The petrol unit, badged MINI One Clubman City, produces 101bhp, while the One D Clubman City diesel gets 114bhp and comes with an auto box as standard. The diesel achieves claimed economy of 68.9mpg, and the petrol 48.7mpg. CO2 emissions start from 109g/km. All Clubman City cars are equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels as standard, although 17-inch designs are available on the options list. Elsewhere, the Clubman City’s standard kit list includes a 6.5-inch touchscreen with satellite navigation and Apple CarPlay, rear parking sensors and cruise control. Buyers can also specify run-flat tyres. The MINI Clubman…