MINI Connected – upping the personal mobility game
Following the introduction of BMW Connected, MINI has launched its version of the app. The MINI Connected app was announced alongside the unveiling of the new F60 MINI Countryman, which will make …
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Dieselgate: VW to apply updates to 1.6 TDI engine, but insists defeat devices “compliant with European law”
A new round of recalls for Volkswagen's 1.6 litre diesel engine is forthcoming, following its official approval by the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) in Germany. This latest episode involves 2.6 million …
2017 Kia K2 Sedan revealed for China market – 1.4, 1.6
The Kia K2, leaked last month, has now been officially revealed in China. The K2 is a booted sedan based on the latest Rio unveiled in September, but it's a China-market special, …
Audi automatic transmission found to have emissions cheating device in the United States – report
We thought we've seen the worst of Volkswagen's 'dieselgate' emissions cheating scandal, but if the latest revelation from Bild am Sonntag is true, the carmaker group could be back in hot soup. …
SPYSHOTS: Porsche 991 GT3 facelift, undisguised
Spotted testing earlier, the upcoming, facelifted version of the Porsche 911 GT3 is now seen without disguise, and here we can see that it adopts the sharper, more square-cut front bumper treatment …
BMW X3 EV confirmed for 2020, MINI EV coming 2019
Buried in its third quarter performance report, BMW has confirmed that it will introduce fully-electric BMW X3 and MINI models by the end of the decade. No details have been revealed as …
Honda NSX-GT to take on Super GT: 2.0 turbo, 590 hp
There is now another racing version of the Honda NSX, in addition to the NSX GT3 - the NSX-GT. Where the NSX GT3 is powered by a 3.5 litre, twin-turbocharged V6 engine …
Ford Mustang GT4 – global race car unveiled at SEMA
It's not just custom pony cars at the 2016 SEMA Show, as Ford Performance unveiled its new, track-ready turnkey Mustang race car at the annual Las Vegas exhibition. The Ford Mustang GT4 …
Nissan Note e-Power detailed – range extender hybrid without plug-in socket, 1.2L engine, 37.2 km per litre
Nissan has revealed the first details of the new Nissan Note e-Power, which has just gone on sale in Japan. As previously reported, it's a range extender hybrid, but while most REx …
Ford ‘evasive steering assist’ to complement AEB
Ford is currently developing a system called 'evasive steering assist' to complement its autonomous emergency braking (AEB) setup, in the event that there isn't enough room to avoid a collision with braking …
2017 Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolet – the soft top revealed
This is the third and final variant that completes the Audi A5 family. Coming after the A5 Coupe and A5 Sportback, the 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet is for those who want to …
SPYSHOTS: Next-generation BMW 6 Series out testing
Seen here is the next BMW 6 Series coupe, which appears to initially closely resemble the current model, in silhouette at least. It's early days, therefore camouflaging on the prototype seen here …
Toyota Land Speed Cruiser – 2,000 hp, 352 km/h!
The Toyota Land Cruiser is typically driven or owned for its ruggedness and utility, but Toyota USA had other ideas for the example destined for SEMA this year. Behold, the 2,000 hp, …
Toyota and Mazda to co-develop connected cars, EVs
Toyota Motor Corporation and Mazda Motor Corporation are joining forces in the area of connected vehicles and electric powertrains, according to a report by Automotive News. The two automakers are conducting broad …
Volkswagen confirms departure from WRC rallying
It has been decided. Volkswagen confirmed its exit from the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) yesterday following a board meeting where the issue was discussed. This follows sister brand Audi's pull out …
Toyota patents “race track driving assistance” tech
A real-time helping hand whilst driving on a race track sounds like the sort of thing one would encounter in a video game such as Gran Turismo, but it could be a …
Volvo S90 L and Excellence unveiled for China market
An upgraded version of the Volvo S90 has been introduced for China, with the customary longer wheelbase made specifically for the market. A more exclusive, luxurious and oddly, three-seat version called the …
Geely not buying Lotus, considers “tech cooperation”
Not long after reports surfaced that Chinese automaker Geely may be buying out Lotus, company chairman Li Shufu has clarified that Lotus’ parent company Proton was seeking a partnership with other companies, …
Mazda MX-5 RF Kuro, Speedster concepts reach SEMA
Mazda North America Operations heads to Las Vegas once again for this year's edition of the SEMA Show, and this time it brings a pair of MX-5s with it: the MX-5 Miata …
Toyota Levin 1.2T – China Corolla gets new 1.2L turbo
The Toyota Levin has been updated in China, gaining a brand new 1.2 litre turbocharged engine and LED daytime running lights. In case you’re wondering, the Levin is the GAC-Toyota (Guangqi-Toyota) joint-venture’s …
