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Your car’s speedometer does not display your actual speed
Created by Cynthia Batista at Monday, 18 May 2026
If you’ve ever noticed that your GPS shows a different speed from the one displayed on your car’s dashboard, don’t worry — it’s completely normal. In fact, most vehicle speedometers are intentionally designed not to display the exact real speed. As strange as it may sound, this small difference exis...
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More than 160 classics at the Benedita Classics Festival
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Tuesday, 12 May 2026
📸 View complete album with all photos On May 10, Cidade do Automóvel hosted the 4th edition of the Festival de Clássicos da Benedita, an event organized by Benecar – Cidade do Automóvel and Vitorinos Seguros, which once again brought together classic car enthusiasts in an atmosphere of conviviality...
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Highway Code could change: ACP proposes stricter road rules in Portugal
Created by Cynthia Batista at Friday, 15 May 2026
The Automóvel Club de Portugal has presented the Government with a set of proposals that could bring profound changes to the Highway Code as early as 2026. The aim is to reduce road accidents, strengthen safety on the roads, and adapt the legislation to the new realities of modern mobility. Among th...
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Opel plans electric SUV with Chinese technology for 2028
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Monday, 11 May 2026
Opel is preparing a new electric SUV for the C segment, expected to arrive on the market in 2028. The model is set to reinforce the German brand’s commitment to electric mobility and will be born from a strategic collaboration with Leapmotor, the Chinese manufacturer in which Stellantis holds a stak...
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The legendary Citroën 2CV could return as an electric car
Created by Cynthia Batista at Thursday, 7 May 2026
The model soon became known by the nickname “Deux Chevaux” (“Two Horses”), a reference to its fiscal horsepower rating in France. Over more than four decades of production, it became a true cultural icon, with over 5 million units produced before production ended in 1990. The “Deux Chevaux” enters t...
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A stone hit your windshield? Here’s what to do
Created by Cynthia Batista at Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Getting hit by a stone on the windscreen while driving is a more common situation than it may seem and, despite the initial scare, it does not always mean a major expense. The most important thing is to stay calm and act quickly, because a small mark can turn into a significant crack in a short time...
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Alex Zanardi dies: motorsport legend and Paralympic champion
Created by Cynthia Batista at Monday, 4 May 2026
The world of sport said goodbye, on May 1, 2026, to one of its most transcendent figures. Alex Zanardi passed away at the age of 59 at his home in Italy, leaving behind a legacy that goes far beyond the racetrack. The former Formula 1 driver and multi-time Paralympic champion died peacefully, surrou...
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New Volkswagen ID.Polo: compact EV linking past and future
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Thursday, 30 April 2026
The Volkswagen Polo is preparing to enter a new phase in its history. After more than 20 million units sold since the launch of the original model in 1975, the German compact now appears in a 100% electric version: the new Volkswagen ID. Polo. More than just a simple engine change, this new model re...
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Clio and Twingo lead Renault’s strategy for 2026
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Wednesday, 29 April 2026
Renault is preparing to enter 2026 with two very strong names at the center of its strategy: Clio and Twingo. Two models well known to the European public, but with very different missions in this new phase of the French brand. On one side is the new Renault Clio, one of the most important models in...
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