VW Group to streamline operations – CEO Mueller
In the face of hardship facing the Volkswagen Group, chief executive officer Matthias Mueller outlined a 15-point strategic plan to bring the German automaker back to a more positive outlook. The VW …
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GALLERY: Kia Sportage – new QL together with old SL
The fourth-generation (QL) Kia Sportage was launched in Malaysia nearly a month ago, bringing with it a completely new design compared to the previous third-generation (SL) model. Just how radical are these …
VIP number plate series approved, on sale in 2017
Want to show the world how important you are, and have your vehicle registration plate reflect that? Well, good news for you then, as a new VIP vehicle rego set is due …
2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera recalled – clutch issue
A recall - number SRV-RCL-16-002 - has been issued by Ducati North America for the 2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera for a clutch issue that could cause the rear wheel to lock up. …
Toyota to advance self-driving tech via AI in 5 years
Driver assistance systems appear set to benefit from advances in artificial intelligence developments in the next five years, according to Toyota in a Reuters report. The integration of AI aims to improve …
SPIED: Honda Gienia spotted – it’s a City hatchback!
In 2014, Honda rolled out the Concept B during the Beijing International Auto Show, previewing a hatchback version of the Honda Greiz sedan. Thanks to Autohome, we now have a first look …
Paid GrabHitch JB-Singapore cross-border rides are illegal – Singapore Land Transport Authority
The Singapore Land Transport Authority (LTA) has a few qualms with Grab’s new cross-border ride-sharing service, saying that its business model “did not comply with regulations in Singapore,” as reported by Channel …
Honda NSX EV revealed for 2016 Pikes Peak Hill Climb
Honda had previously announced a trio of NSX coupes that will partake in this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC). While we are already familiar with the look of its first …
Jeep Renegade Hell’s Revenge for Harley-Davidson
The Jeep Renegade, a small SUV offering based on Fiat Chrysler America's (FCA) Small Wide platform, has undergone a special edition makeover by custom motorcycle fabricator Garage Italia Customs, to bring to …
SPIED: Renault Fluence successor based on Megane
Seven years after the Renault Fluence sedan debuted in 2009, it appears that it will finally receive a successor soon – our European spy photographers have caught the French C-segment sedan out …
VIDEO: Tesla Model S can be a boat, albeit briefly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FszARiU_jRI Cars don't go swimming, nor do electrical appliances. With electric vehicles and petrol or diesel hybrids becoming more mainstream, sometimes there are concerns with their ability to weather difficult conditions. You'd …
Bugatti Chiron makes surprise 2016 Le Mans showing
The 2016 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans is one for the history books. The way Toyota's quest for its first ever Le Mans win ended was heartbreaking - leading …
Volkswagen Group to drop 40 vehicle models by 2025?
A report has emerged that Volkswagen is considering cutting 40 models from the lineup across its various car brands by 2025. German online daily Handelsblatt, quoted in a Reuters report, said that …
Tesla’s Ludicrous Mode just a façade – Porsche exec
The Porsche Mission E concept first broke cover at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, and has since been confirmed for production. Automobile Magazine recently had a chat with Porsche personnel find out …
Local Motors develops Olli autonomous EV minibus
City centres are typically congested, which is what makes mass transit the de facto solution. Local Motors, the open source vehicle manufacturer most famous for the Rally Fighter off-road racer, is going …
SPAD submits proposal to legalise Uber and Grab
The road to legalising app-based, ride-sharing services like Uber and Grab here appears to be well on track. It has been revealed that the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) has submitted its …
Ducati motorcycle brand not for sale, says Volkswagen
A speculative report carried on Bloomberg on June 15 stating that VW was weighing options in divesting itself of non-core brands caused talk that Ducati would be among companies that it owned …
Alfa Romeo to develop 5 Series, E-Class, A6 rival?
Alfa Romeo is planning on building a rival for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5 Series and Audi A6, according to a report by AutoExpress. The new Alfa model will slot in above …
VIDEO: Lewis Hamilton stars in Mercedes-AMG GT R teaser – “Beast of the Green Hell” debuts June 24
https://youtu.be/LVXeA0-oCDU Mercedes-AMG will reveal the new GT R (not to be confused with the Nissan model) at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed on June 24. Ahead of the reveal, the Affalterbach-based …
Brabus 850 6.0 Biturbo Cabrio based on Mercedes-AMG S63 Cabriolet – 850 hp, 1,450 Nm, 350km/h
When Brabus turns its attention to a large Mercedes-Benz car, big numbers can be expected to result. Based upon the Mercedes-AMG S 63 Cabriolet, the Brabus 850 6.0 Biturbo Cabrio is upsized …
