Volvo posts best ever 1H sales in 2021: 380k cars sold
Volvo Cars has just reported its strongest first half sales, ever. In the first six months of 2021, the Swedish automaker sold 380,757 cars globally, an increase of 41% compared to the …
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Lego Technic 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor debuts – 1,379 pieces; V6 engine with moving pistons; suspension
The 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor is the latest vehicle to be added to the Lego Technic range that also includes cars like the Bugatti Chiron, Ferrari 488 GTE, McLaren Senna GTR, and …
Hyundai Staria to be launched in Thailand next week
As the successor to the popular Starex, the new Staria is Hyundai's big bet in the commercial vehicle and people carrier sector and will be geared towards markets where those vehicles have …
Skoda debuts RE-X1 Kreisel EV rally car with 354 PS
Skoda Motorsport has unveiled a new fully electric rally car that was developed together with Skoda Austria, Kreisel Electric and Baumschlager Rallye & Racing. Called the RE-X1 Kreisel, it will make its …
Dallara EXP track car debuts – 492 hp/700 Nm, 890 kg, 1,250 kg of downforce; cornering forces up to 2.7 g
Motorsport specialist and race car builder Dallara has unveiled its latest product, the EXP. Based on the roadgoing Stradale, the EXP goes back to the Italian manufacturer's roots of track-only cars without …
2022 Honda Civic Type R rendered well before debut
When Honda revealed the latest Civic Hatchback last month, it confirmed that a Type R variant will only be revealed in 2022. With some time to go until the new year, renderings …
Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior launched in Australia – rugged pick-up with revised suspension, new styling
Nissan has launched an even more rugged version of its Navara pick-up truck, which will be sold exclusively in Australia. Previously revealed as the Navara Pro-4X Warrior, the new range-topper is described …
Hyundai Elantra N in ‘Ring teaser – to debut July 14?
Hyundai has released a teaser for its duo of high-performance models from the N range, the Elantra N and the Kona N in a short video clip. Shown with the date July …
Fiat 500X Yachting gets full-length fabric sunroof to celebrate la dolce vita – 500C Yachting also revealed
The Italian phase "la dolce vita" translates to "the sweet life" and typically conjures up images of dapper outfits, sun-kissed Mediterranean vistas and Aperol cocktails. Fiat is channelling some of that energy …
Nissan EV36Zero plan revealed – all-new EV crossover teased; EV production hub to be built in Sunderland
Nissan recently announced its EV36Zero plan, which reinforces the company’s commitment to the United Kingdom despite Brexit, drawing praise from UK prime minister Boris Johnson. The plan is a substantial one, involving …
Production version of Honda N7X Concept leaked in teaser images – seven-seat SUV to succeed the BR-V?
In May this year, Honda Indonesia revealed the N7X Concept, which serves to preview an upcoming seven-seat SUV model. Designed by Honda R&D Asia Pacific, the “New 7-Seater eXcitement” design study was …
Proton X70 launched in Nepal – AWD variant available; 1.5L TGDi engine; CBU Malaysia; priced from RM304k
Following market introductions in Brunei and Pakistan, the Proton X70 has now been launched in Nepal. Sold through authorised distributor Jagdamba Motors, which is operated by Shanker Group, the SUV is offered …
Renault previews future electric model range, battery ecosystem strategy; seven Renault EVs by 2025
Renault has detailed its electrification strategy with the Renault eWays ElectroPop event, along with a preview of its future electric vehicles. This goes towards the building of a model range that will …
2021 BMW Motorrad S1000RR Isle of Man Edition by BMW France – 50 units only, priced at RM162,465
While the fabled Isle of Man (IoM) TT is not being held this year due to the pandemic, BMW Motorrad France has released a 50 unit limited edition S1000RR commemorating the race. …
Volvo looking to capture real-time data directly from customer cars to speed up safety improvements
Real-time data is an important resource in the development of safer cars, as the information gathered can be used to validate certain features. In the case of autonomous driving systems, automakers test …
Lotus Emira teased yet again, to be revealed next week
Less than a week to go until the Lotus Emira is revealed in full, but Hethel has still found time to release one last teaser. This image gives us our best look …
VolvoCar.OS to feature in brand’s future EVs – Android Automotive OS to power new infotainment systems
Volvo Cars’ partnership with Google has resulted in the development of infotainment systems based on Android Automotive OS, which are now present in models like the XC40 Recharge, S90, V90 and XC60. …
Volvo Cars to focus on higher-density Li-ion batteries and fast-charging for its next generation of EVs
Volvo Cars recently held its Tech Moment event, where it laid out its future technology roadmap as it transitions towards becoming a fully electric premium car company. One of the areas where …
2022 Volvo Concept Recharge debuts – first glimpse into a new electric era, no more alphanumerical names
Say hello to the new corporate face of Volvo's upcoming electric car range. The Volvo Concept Recharge was just announced at the automaker's first ever Tech Moment conference, which touched on several …
Volkswagen Polo GTI Mk6.5 revealed – facelift gets power bump, new tech; DSG dual-clutch now standard
Having teased the car with a sketch last month, Volkswagen has released the first images of the facelifted Mk6.5 Polo GTI. The diminutive hot hatch gets the same visual tweaks and new …
