2020 Mazda MX-5 R Sport debuts in the UK – RM146k
The limited edition Mazda MX-5 R Sport has finally gone on sale in the UK, with production limited to just 150 units. Prices start from £27,700 (RM146k), and as part of a …
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Toyota GR Yaris build film hints at more GR models
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5HbXTq-22g It's safe to say that the new Toyota GR Yaris is the most highly anticipated hot hatch right now. Not only is it the first proper rally-bred homologation special in a …
BMW to axe 10,000 contract workers due to Covid-19
BMW will not be extending the contracts for 10,000 of its contract workers, an insider familiar with the matter told Reuters. The Bavarian automaker is in the midst of implementing cost-cutting measures, …
BMW, Mercedes autonomous tech alliance put on hold
BMW and Mercedes-Benz have put on hold an alliance to jointly develop autonomous driving tech. "Following extensive review, the two companies have arrived at a mutual and amicable agreement to concentrate on …
BMW 8 Series Golden Thunder Edition makes its debut
BMW is giving its entire 8 Series range a bit of bling with a new Golden Thunder Edition, which will be available from September 2020 onwards. Available as a coupe, convertible or …
No reason to go past 180 km/h, Volvo safety boss says
As promised, Volvo is currently rolling out the 180 km/h speed limit for all newly manufactured vehicles, but even the reduced speed limit won't make a significant difference in improving safety, said …
2020 Toyota Harrier gains GR parts from TRD in Japan
Alongside Modellista, Toyota Racing Development (TRD) has released its own range of accessories for the new Harrier, all of which carry the Gazoo Racing branding. Unlike the chrome-laden offerings of its sister …
G11/12 BMW 7 Series LCI – mild-hybrid diesels up to 340 hp/700 Nm, Integral Active Steering on all variants
The G11/12-generation BMW 7 Series LCI (facelift) has been updated with a pair of new inline-six turbodiesel engines, now featuring 48-volt mild-hybrid technology along with a new exhaust after-treatment system which results …
Thailand Jan-May 2020 auto production drops 40.2%
The auto industry isn't in the best of shape now, with the world itself being rather troubled in 2020. The coronavirus has "stopped the world" somewhat, with its effects far reaching and …
2021 Chevrolet Colorado facelift – Silverado-like face
Chevrolet has released photos of the facelifted 2021 Colorado in standard guise, months after we got a look at the more rugged ZR2 model, which is one of four available trims, with …
2020 Toyota Harrier gets Modellista parts in Japan
Fresh from its Japanese market launch, the new Toyota Harrier has already been given a large selection of dress-up parts from Toyota's Modellista arm. As with the company's recent efforts, the SUV …
Next Ford F-150 to gain OTA updates, sleeper seat
The next-generation Ford F-150 is due to make its debut next week on June 25, and the Blue Oval has released a shadowy teaser of the pick-up truck's front end that is …
Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign laps the Tazio Nuvolari circuit – 720 PS and 780 Nm; only 50 units; RM4.7 mil
https://youtu.be/bZ40anuYaNs With a price tag starting from 990,000 euros (around RM4.7 million), the Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign was meant to celebrate the 50th anniversary of both the GT-R and Turin-based design house. …
Honda Civic Type R Suzuka teaser – record attempt?
The Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition arrived as part of the Japanese hot hatch model's facelifted range, which is also comprised of the standard GT and Sport Line variants. The Limited …
2020 Honda City previewed for India – 1.5L engines, LaneWatch, semi-digital instrument cluster, sunroof
Honda Cars India has revealed preliminary details of the 2020 Honda City that is set to be launched in the country soon, confirming many of the things we saw in a leaked …
Mercedes-AMG shows off its new electric turbocharger
Electric turbochargers aren’t exactly new, as they have been used in Formula 1 cars for several years now. With benefits such as virtually no turbo lag and better efficiency, Mercedes-AMG has announced …
Toyota Harrier goes on sale in Japan – Dynamic Force 2.0 litre NA and 2.5 litre hybrid; starts from RM119,638
Following its global debut in April, the fourth-generation Toyota Harrier has now gone on sale in Japan in 2.0 litre naturally aspirated and 2.5 litre hybrid versions. Both the 2.0 litre naturally …
Kia Carnival – fourth-gen teased, set for Q3 2020 debut
The all-new Kia Carnival is set to arrive on the scene sometime in the third quarter of the year, and the Korean automaker has offered the first glimpse of what to expect, …
W213 Mercedes-AMG E63 4Matic+ facelift debuts – updated styling; 4L twin-turbo V8 with up to 612 PS
Mercedes-AMG has revealed the new W213 E 63 4Matic+ facelift, which is its answer to the latest F90 BMW M5 that made its debut just recently. The facelift brings with it changes …
Volkswagen ID 4 leaked in Chinese gov’t filing – report
Images of the Volkswagen ID 4 undisguised have surfaced on the VW ID Talk forum, where the German automaker's forthcoming electric SUV can be seen in full production form from various angles, …
