Under the Bonnet
Under the Bonnet
The truth about European cars that manufacturers don't want you to know.
We expose reliability disasters, engineered obsolescence, and the hidden costs of car ownership across Europe. From Stellantis scandals to Chinese competition reshaping the market—we dig into the data so you don't get burned.
Every video is backed by real sources: ADAC, TÜV, Which? UK, DEKRA, and Euro NCAP testing. No manufacturer sponsorships. No dealer partnerships. Just honest analysis for informed car buyers.
Our audience: Experienced drivers who value reliability over marketing hype. People who've owned enough cars to know when something's wrong with the industry.
What we cover:
→ Cars mechanics refuse to work on
→ Brands disappearing from Europe
→ Hidden warranty secrets
→ Why your 15-year-old car might be better than anything new
New investigative videos weekly.
Based in the UK, focused on European markets.
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Hello dear community,
As you might have noticed, the last few videos have little to no music. This decision was made after receiving feedback from some of you who mentioned, “I’m here for the information, not the music.”
That being said, I’d love to know your thoughts on whether I should continue including music (to soften the tone of my voice a bit, so it doesn’t feel like I’m telling you off) or if I should stick to a more straightforward approach without the music.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
2 months ago | [YT] | 16
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Alpine's F1 TEAM Sale Shocks Europe! 🏎️💸
FRENCH PRIDE SOLD: Renault sells Alpine F1 team to Saudi Arabia for €1.2 billion! Ocon and Gasly fired, team moves to Riyadh by 2026. French government furious as last French F1 constructor disappears. Alpine road cars face uncertain future without F1 marketing. Meanwhile, Aston Martin and Williams reject Saudi offers to preserve British identity.
Will Alpine survive without Formula 1 connection?
4 months ago | [YT] | 6
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Citroën's COMFORT REVOLUTION Dies! 🛋️⚰️
HYDROPNEUMATIC EXTINCT: Citroën abandons legendary air suspension for cheap steel springs in 2025 C5 X! 70 years of "magic carpet" comfort sacrificed for €3k cost savings. French engineers fired as Stellantis forces platform sharing with Peugeot 508. Customers desert for Genesis GV70 and Mercedes E-Class. Last bastion of unique French engineering becomes generic rental car.
Should Citroën bring back hydropneumatic suspension?
4 months ago | [YT] | 8
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Audi's QUATTRO DEATH! ⚙️💀
AWD APOCALYPSE: Audi kills Quattro AWD on most 2026 models to cut EV costs! Only RS and Allroad keep AWD while A4, A6 go FWD-only. 45 years of "Vorsprung durch Technik" abandoned for Chinese price competition. Dealers revolt as customers flee to BMW xDrive and Mercedes 4MATIC. Engineer exodus accelerates as Audi becomes "premium" FWD brand like Peugeot.
Can Audi survive without Quattro DNA?
4 months ago | [YT] | 7
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Porsche's EV SALES COLLAPSE! 🏎️📉
SPORTS CAR CRISIS: Porsche Taycan sales crashed -50% in Q1 2025 as luxury EV market implodes! €100k+ EVs sit unsold while 911 ICE orders surge. Macan EV launch delayed amid quality issues and charging infrastructure chaos. Chinese luxury EVs like Zeekr and NIO steal premium customers with half the price. Stuttgart panic as electric sports cars prove unwanted by enthusiasts.
Can Porsche survive the luxury EV massacre?
4 months ago | [YT] | 3
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Škoda's INDEPENDENCE War! 🇨🇿⚔️
CZECH REBELLION: Škoda demands freedom from VW Group's failed EV strategy! Enyaq sales tank while Octavia ICE prints money. Czech government backs Škoda's push for hybrid-focused strategy over VW's electric-only mandate. Union threatens strikes if VW forces unprofitable EV production. After 30 years under German control, Škoda wants to chart own course as practical car maker.
Should Škoda break free from Volkswagen Group?
4 months ago | [YT] | 4
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Ford's European EXODUS Accelerates! 🇺🇸➡️🇨🇳
AMERICAN RETREAT: Ford cuts 4,000 European jobs by 2027 as EV losses mount! Cologne factory switches from ICE to EV-only but struggles with 50% capacity. Explorer EV flops against Tesla Model Y while Chinese brands flood market. Mustang Mach-E production may move to Mexico. After 100 years in Europe, Ford considers full withdrawal from passenger cars, keeping only commercial Transit vans.
Is Ford finished as European passenger car brand?
4 months ago | [YT] | 5
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MINI Goes China-Only for EVs! 🇬🇧➡️🇨🇳
OXFORD BETRAYED: All new MINI EVs built exclusively in China from 2024! Countryman EV, Aceman, Cooper E - all Chinese-made while Oxford makes ICE MINIs until 2030 phase-out. BMW claims "cost efficiency" but 4,500 British jobs disappear. UK government silent as iconic British brand joins Volvo in Chinese exodus from European production.
Is MINI still British if made entirely in China?
4 months ago | [YT] | 5
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Renault's Ampere IPO DISASTER! 📉⚡
EV SPIN-OFF FLOPS: Renault's Ampere EV unit valued at just €8 billion, 60% below expectations! Megane E-Tech sales crash -41% in 2024 while Tesla Model Y dominates. Investors flee as Renault admits EV profits won't come until 2027. Meanwhile, Dacia's cheap ICE cars print money. French government pressure mounts as Chinese EVs flood European market.
Can Renault's EV strategy survive investor exodus?
4 months ago | [YT] | 3
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Volvo's Chinese TAKEOVER Complete! 🇨🇳🔧
SWEDEN LOST: Geely moves ALL Volvo EV production to China by 2026! EX30 already made in China, EX90 following soon. 6,000 Swedish jobs at risk as Gothenburg plant focuses only on ICE Volvos. EU considers 38.1% tariffs on Chinese-made Volvos, potentially making them uncompetitive. Nordic governments furious as century-old Swedish brand becomes fully Chinese operation.
Is Volvo still Swedish or just Chinese with Nordic badge?
4 months ago | [YT] | 5
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