Jaguar I-Pace takes just 45 minutes to get 80% charge
Jaguar has released more information about the I-Pace - the company’s first all-electric vehicle that is set to make its global debut on March 1 this year. The SUV was first previewed …
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Formula 1 waves bye-bye to grid girls in 2018
After decades of being a fixture in the paddock and starting grid, Formula 1's grid girls, sometimes known as "umbrella girls", "brolly birds" or "race queens", will no longer make an appearance …
BMW to produce PHEV batteries in Thailand in 2019
Thailand, already a leader in pick-up truck and small car production, has of late put in efforts to attract carmakers to build green cars such as hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and full …
Hyundai Santa Fe – renders of fourth-gen SUV shown
After teasing the arrival of the fourth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, the carmaker has now released official renders of the SUV ahead of its global premiere in February. The new model replaces the …
German carmakers tested diesel fumes effect on people, monkeys via academic research – reports
Here's another blow to the embattled diesel engine. Reports have emerged about experiments that exposed people and monkeys to diesel fumes. The research was backed by the European Research Group on Environment …
Alfa Romeo 2018 forecast: better, but won’t make profit
Alfa Romeo isn't set to see profit this year despite an upturn in fortunes, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles chief executive officer Sergio Marchionne said during a fourth-quarter earnings call for the company, according …
Volvo’s fully electric car to be based on 40.2 concept
Last year, Volvo announced its first fully electric car will be built in China, based on the Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) used in the XC40. A report by Autocar UK has now …
SPYSHOTS: BMW M8 Convertible running road trials
For most BMW coupes, there will be a matching convertible, so it seems with the Munich marque's model line-up. Following this line of thought, it is only natural that the forthcoming BMW …
Mazda’s SkyActiv-3 engine to be as clean as an EV?
Mazda is a big fan of bold claims, few of which it has yet to deliver. The Hiroshima-based automaker's groundbreaking SkyActiv-X engine hasn't even made it to production, but already there are …
Renault could launch new crossover coupe in Russia
Renault is reportedly looking to introduce a new crossover coupe in Russia, according to information by Vedomosti. The new model is expected to be unveiled at this year’s Moscow Motor Show, and …
Zotye Traum MA501 – Mazda CX-4 replica spotted
The Mazda CX-4 is the next model being referenced by Zotye, as it plans to launch a new model under its Traum brand, codenamed MA501. If you’re familiar with the Chinese company’s …
VIDEO: Top Gear Series 25 – new official trailer is here!
https://youtu.be/e4DDDW3XCUQ There won’t be a shortage of motoring-related programmes anytime soon, as Top Gear is set to return for Series 25 “soon.” We won’t know how soon as an official date has …
VIDEO: 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class teased again
https://youtu.be/lUjLnV3u_vk Mercedes-Benz has released its first video teaser for the all-new 2018 A-Class, which is set to celebrate its world premiere in Amsterdam on February 2, 2018. Right off the bat, the …
Honda City with new Insight Hybrid looks rendered
Click to enlarge Honda recently unveiled the Honda Insight Prototype, which is the production 2019 Honda Insight in all but name. Launching in the US later this year, the Insight - a …
Grab in talks to buy over Uber in South-East Asia?
It appears as if ride-hailing company Grab might be acquiring rival Uber in South-East Asia. With the popularity of ride-hailing services in this region, Uber has rapidly been challenged by its competition, …
VIDEO: Ford Ranger Raptor – tested to the extreme
Another teaser for the Ford Ranger Raptor has been released on the carmaker’s Australian and Thailand Facebook pages, focusing on the vigorous testing involved during the performance pick-up truck’s development. As the …
2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class to debut on February 2
We won’t need to wait long to see all-new 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class, as the model is set to celebrate its global premiere in Amsterdam on February 2, 2018. This teaser image is …
McLaren MSO X – 570S GT4-inspired, only 10 units
Have you ever looked at the McLaren 570S GT4 race car and wished there was a road-legal version? Well, you’re not the only one because the sales personnel at McLaren Newport Beach …
VIDEO: Porsche 718 GTS detailed – is flat-four better?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PckgiN_b98 When Porsche introduced the 718 Boxster and Cayman, some enthusiasts the world over threw a fit of frenzy over the company's decision to retire the naturally-aspirated six-cylinder engine in favour of …
Rimac teases ‘Concept Two’ ahead of Geneva debut
Hold the Hammond jokes for now - Croatian electric hypercar maker Rimac has a new model set for arrival at this year's Geneva Motor Show. The 'Concept Two' - just a name …
