Lighter, hardcore 400 hp BMW M2 CSL in the works
With all the talk about EVs and autonomous drive, here's some much needed respite for fans of the traditional BMW performance car. According to Autocar, Munich is preparing a hardcore version of …
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BMW plans to get rid of car keys – what do you think?
BMW is the latest carmaker to reveal imminent plans of ditching the conventional car key altogether, according to a report by Reuters. It's a matter of convenience, apparently, which is interesting coming …
2018 Honda Accord – production begins at Ohio plant
Honda of America Manufacturing (HAM) has celebrated the start of mass production of the all-new 2018 Honda Accord, a nameplate that has been sold in America for over four decades, with over …
VIDEO: Jaguar XJ L stars in ‘Game of Drones’ race
https://youtu.be/RXSviP1HqWg Jaguar has decided drone racing is the best way to demonstrate just how spacious the long-wheelbase XJ L really is. Therefore, the carmaker rounded up three units of the XJ L, …
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan, GLC LWB confirmed
Buried in Daimler's presentation of its second quarter interim results is a timeline of the German conglomerate's future products. Not only does the slide reveal when Mercedes-Benz's upcoming cars will be unveiled, …
Renault, Nissan, Mitsubishi target annual synergies of €10b in 6-year plan – focus on EVs, autonomous cars
Mitsubishi joining to make it three members in the Alliance calls for a new plan, and the just-unveiled Alliance 2022 six-year plan is a big one with eye-popping numbers. Objectives include the …
BMW to use a flexible platform for all cars by 2020
From 2020 onwards, BMW vehicles will be built around a flexible vehicle architecture, which can accommodate a wide range of powertrain and drive setups. This is according to Robert Irlinger, brand chief …
Mazda to unveil new rotary concept at Tokyo show
At the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda got many people excited by unveiling the RX-Vision concept, which is said to feature a next-generation SkyActiv-R rotary engine. The prospect of a successor to …
DRIVEN: Peugeot 3008 in Italy – plenty of savoir-faire
An award is never a guarantee that a product will turn out to be a commercial success, but it offers a validation that the item is – at least for that moment …
DRIVEN: Honda City Sport Hybrid – charged goodness
After launching a slew of IMA hybrids between 2012 to 2014, Honda Malaysia (HM) has been resolute in its path to introduce more advanced versions of hybrid cars equipped with its Sport …
Genesis G70 – Korea’s 3 Series rival finally revealed
Hyundai is taking the Germans head-on with its premium brand Genesis, and nowhere is the South Korean conglomerate's ambitions more apparent than in the new Genesis G70, which is set to do …
Shelby Baja Raptor revealed with 525 hp and 827 Nm
Shelby American has introduced the new Shelby Baja Raptor, which is based on the latest Ford F-150 Raptor pick-up truck. This being a company that has a history of making fast Fords …
SPYSHOTS: Maserati Levante V8 GTS spotted testing
Maserati's first sports utility vehicle, the Levante, made its debut early last year, joining the increasingly populated luxury segment with a 3.0 litre turbocharged V6 under its hood from launch. Luxury and …
SPIED: Lamborghini Aventador Performante spotted
The Lamborghini Aventador could be introduced in Performante guise in the future, according to these spyshots of two different test mules. Recently, the Italian carmaker wheeled out improved versions of its V12-powered …
Tesla shuts AEB functions pending validation, update
Having updated its autonomous emergency braking (AEB) to react at highway speeds, Tesla has temporarily switched off the system in select new Model S, Model X and Model 3 units, promising owners …
Aston Martin wants to be more involved in Formula 1, currently studying future engine regulations – CEO
Unlike endurance racing, Formula 1 isn't losing appeal among carmakers. Le Mans champions Porsche is interested in joining the circus, and Aston Martin - currently an "innovation partner" of Red Bull Racing …
Chery Exeed TX unveiled in Frankfurt – PHEV version to arrive first; 1.8 l/100 km, 0-100 km/h in six seconds
Chery announced previously it will be introducing a new nameplate for the European market, and a compact SUV will be the first model to lead this effort. Here it is then, the …
Big wave of Takata airbag recalls hit China – 4.86m vehicles for VW and partners, 2.5m for GM and JVs
Hurricane Takata is the biggest ever recall to hit the auto industry, and it's now making landfall in China, after wreaking havoc elsewhere. As China is the world's largest auto market, the …
BMW M1 won’t be resurrected, BMW M CEO confirms
According to a report by CarAdvice, BMW is not looking to offer a specially-developed supercar like its rivals (i.e. the Mercedes-AMG Project One). Instead, it will focus on high-performance cars for the …
2018 Bentley Continental GT previewed in Singapore
Fresh from its world premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show last week, the new Bentley Continental GT was quickly shuttled to its Asian debut in Singapore on Friday. This marked the first …
