Geely to build RM19 bil battery plant to aid its EV push
It looks like 2021 is going to be a very busy year for Geely. Despite only being three months in, the Chinese company has already announced a number of collaboration projects with …
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Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter “stress test” the Porsche Taycan Turbo on an epic drive with a single charge
https://youtu.be/2agbMNSIOJ4 What is your favourite way to spend quality time with your closest friends? A leisurely drive on the weekends surely sounds ideal, and that's exactly what old pals Keanu Reeves and …
Third-gen MINI Countryman confirmed – new platform; ICE and EV versions; production to begin from 2023
The third-generation MINI Countryman has been confirmed, with production of the model set to take place at the BMW Group’s Leipzig plant from 2023. For now, we don’t get an official debut …
BMW Group reveals its future roadmap until 2025 and beyond – next-generation “Neue Klasse” EVs planned
It was a busy time for the BMW Group during the company’s annual conference this year, with the i4 making its first official debut ahead of a market launch later this year. …
2021 Peugeot 308 revealed – revised C-segment hatch gets new lion badge, bold design and two PHEVs
Having already been exposed in almost all its entirety in spyshots, the new third-generation Peugeot 308 has just been officially revealed. The revised C-segment hatch is promised to be roomier than its …
MINI to go full electric by 2030, last ICE model in 2025
MINI, after revealing that it will stop offering real leather for the interior of its cars in the near future, has announced that its final combustion engined car will be launched in …
Aston Martin confirms fully electrified line-up by 2025
Aston Martin has made it clear that electrification will be an important part of its future, with cars like the Valkyrie and Valhalla spearheading this initiative. This commitment will see the British …
McLaren 720S GT3X is a regulation-free track monster with a passenger seat – 4.0L V8, 750 PS; 1,210 kg!
McLaren Customer Racing has just unveiled an unrestricted version of its 720S GT3 race car, called the 720S GT3X. It's designed for track use only, and is not homologated for any racing …
MG Marvel R Electric SUV launching in Europe in May – 288 PS, AWD from 3 motors; over 400 km of range
MG is one of those Chinese brands that has quietly spread its footprint around the world. We don't know much about the SAIC brand's progress here, being fixated on Geely, but MG …
Toyota set to preview new mid-sized EV SUV built upon e-TNGA platform at 2021 Shanghai Motor Show
Toyota has confirmed that it will preview a new mid-sized, battery-electric SUV at the 2021 Shanghai Motor Show next month. The model, which was teased last December, will be the first to …
Hyundai Staria MPV – seven-seater Premium variant gets relaxation mode for second-row occupants
One week on from the teaser of the Hyundai Staria, the Korean manufacturer has revealed more images and details of its Starex successor that has been given a design overhaul - such …
Audi Sport Nogaro Edition models unveiled for the UK – TT RS, RS4 Avant, RS5, RS6 Avant in Nogaro Blue
Audi Sport has launched five ultra-limited Nogaro Edition models in the UK as a tribute to the original 1994 RS2 Avant. The five are the TT RS Coupe, RS4 Avant, RS5 Coupe, …
Toyota Aygo X Prologue previews brand’s new city car
Toyota has revealed the Aygo X Prologue concept, which serves as a preview for a new, small crossover to replace its successful Aygo. The show car exemplifies the company’s commitment to Europe’s …
BMW i4 electric 4-door coupé revealed in first photos
The second-generation BMW 4 Series lineup continues to be fleshed out, first with the vanilla G22 Coupé, then the G82 M4 and the G23 Convertible. Now, Munich has released the first photos …
Volkswagen CEO Diess dismisses tie-up notion – “We want to get close to Tesla, and then overtake them”
Volkswagen Group CEO Herbert Diess has dismissed the notion of tying up with Tesla for the manufacture of electric vehicles, CNBC reported. "No, we haven't considered that, we are going our own …
2022 Kia Stinger debuts in the US – turbo 3.3L V6 and 2.5L 4-cylinder; up to 368 hp; special Scorpion model
Several months after being revealed to the world, the facelifted Kia Stinger has now been introduced to the United States for the 2022 model year. Set to arrive at dealerships this spring, …
2021 Nissan X-Trail – 1.5L turbo 3-cylinder and 8AT combo currently on trial for US-market Rogue SUV
We've just heard about the fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail getting a new VC Turbo engine in China. That's Infiniti’s high-tech variable compression turbocharged engine, an upgrade from the familiar naturally aspirated 2.5 litre …
BMW iX electric SUV detailed – 320 PS xDrive40 with 400 km range, 500 PS xDrive50 with 600 km range
Back in November, BMW made a bold statement of intent of its future by revealing the iX electric SUV. Not a lot of technical information was divulged back then, but Munich has …
Indonesia looking to push assembly and adoption of pure EVs by raising taxes on PHEVs and hybrids
Indonesia is looking to push the adoption of pure electric vehicles (EV) by raising the tax for plug-in hybrids. The new regulation, which will only apply to locally-assembled vehicles, was announced by …
Porsche to take control of Bugatti, form JV with Rimac
During the Volkswagen Group’s annual media conference recently, board chairman Herbert Diess provided a clearer picture as to what will happen to Bugatti. As it turns out, the French brand won’t be …
