Nissan celebrates production of the 500,000th Leaf
If you didn’t know, September 9 marks the inaugural World EV Day, which is a global movement meant to celebrate e-mobility in all forms. In a spot of good timing, Nissan is …
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Thai production of Nissan X-Trail, Teana and Sylphy discontinued – to focus on smaller cars and EVs?
On August 31, 2020, Nissan Motor Thailand reportedly announced to its dealers in a letter, stating that production and distribution of the Nissan Sylphy, Teana and X-Trail models will end on September …
2021 Mercedes-Benz Project Gelandewagen unveiled – artistic, track-spec G-Wagen with full race car cabin
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has been the base for many bespoke projects, and the latest one involves Virgil Abloh, the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's men's wear collection and founder of Milan-based fashion …
2021 Land Rover Defender – X-Dynamic trim variant, 404 PS P400e PHEV and inline-six Ingenium diesels
Launched this time last year, the Land Rover Defender has been updated for the 2021 model year with the addition of a P400e variant that is powered by a 2.0 litre turbocharged …
Maserati MC20 leaked online ahead of official debut
Leaked photos of the new Maserati MC20 have been leaked online ahead of the model’s official debut, which is set to take place in just a few hours. The MC20 is part …
Next Nissan March to be designed and built by Renault
When it eventually appears, the next Nissan March (or Micra, as it is known in some markets) will not be a creation from the Japanese automaker. Instead, the sixth-gen will be a …
2021 Volkswagen Golf Estate, Alltrack models debut – longer wheelbase, more rear room, bigger boot space
Volkswagen has released the new Golf Estate and Alltrack Mk8 models, offering more practicality and space than the previous generation Golf Mk7 wagon. The new model is 66 mm longer, measuring at …
2020 Genesis G70 facelift debuts with updated styling – rivals the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 3 Series
Following the debut of the new Genesis G80 and G90, Hyundai’s luxury sub-brand has now unveiled the facelifted G70, which is set to go on sale in Korea next month. The G70 …
2021 Hyundai Tucson SUV completes intensive testing
In less than a week's time, the all-new, fourth-generation Hyundai Tucson SUV will be unveiled for the first time. In anticipation of the grand event, the automaker said the last steps of …
Thailand plans to implement trade-in coupon system to stimulate new car sales – RM13k rebate value
At the end of August, Thailand announced that it was looking to stimulate car sales in the country, which had fallen significantly as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. The plan will …
Indonesia’s financial regulator eases lending rules for EVs to promote adoption, spur investment in sector
Indonesia’s financial services authority (also known as Otoritas Jasa Keuangan or OJK) has eased lending rules for car buyers who purchase electric vehicles in the country. According to Reuters, the move, which …
2021 Dacia Sandero, Sandero Stepway, Logan unveiled
Dacia has unveiled a trio of new models, the Sandero, Sandero Stepway and the Logan, which have been overhauled with new designs. Complete details and a full gallery will be available at …
VIDEO: Lamborghini Urus Pearl Capsule chase scenes
https://youtu.be/R98KsxKs6Q4 Sant’Agata Bolognese announced the Lamborghini Urus Pearl Capsule design edition in June, and here's a car chase video to highlight the bold new colours for the super SUV. Because a car …
C8 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray gets Pandem body kit
The C8 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray was first revealed back in July last year and has caught the eyes of tuning companies, including Tra-Kyoto, the company behind Pandem and Rocket Bunny body kits. …
Renault F1 team to be rebranded as Alpine from 2021
Renault has announced that it will rebrand its Formula 1 team to Alpine F1 for next season, which will see Fernando Alonso race alongside Esteban Ocon. While the Alpine name has been …
Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder get seven-speed PDK gearbox, reduces 0-100 km/h sprint to 3.9s!
As promised earlier this year, Porsche has finally introduced the seven-speed PDK (Porsche Doppelkupplung) for the flagship 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder. The fast-shifting gearbox was recently offered as an option …
Volkswagen Tiguan X coupe SUV unveiled for China
Volkswagen has unveiled the Tiguan X coupe that is based on the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan facelift, with a sloping roofline towards the rear of the vehicle to give the coupe SUV shape. …
Toyota GR Yaris gets GR Parts bodykit, accessories
The folks at Gazoo Racing have been busy. Last week, we saw the new Toyota Yaris Cross get a full catalogue of GR Parts that can make it look like a rally …
Nissan Z Proto – teaser shows more of 400Z preview
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBlHM41wnL8 It's a good time for Japanese sports cars, and Nissan Fairlady Z fans must be eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new seventh-generation model. Tipped to be called the 400Z in …
New Nissan Qashqai production delayed to mid-2021
Production of the third-generation Nissan Qashqai SUV was reportedly supposed to begin next month, but according to the Financial Times, the date has been pushed back considerably to mid 2021 due to …
