Bentley Bentayga Speed facelift to debut on Aug 12
Bentley has revealed it will unveil the Speed variant of the facelifted Bentayga on August 12, and has provided a few photos of a camouflaged prototype to go along with the announcement. …
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Next-generation Nissan GT-R to go with hybrid power?
Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign The rumour mill spins once again for the next-generation Nissan GT-R, which has been reported previously to be taking the electrification route in some form or another. The …
Hyundai announces Ioniq sub-brand dedicated to EVs – Ioniq 5, 6, 7 planned, all built on E-GMP architecture
You’re probably familiar with the Hyundai Ioniq as the brand’s liftback model that is offered in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric variants. Well, the “Ioniq” name is now used for the Korean …
Honda announces Q1 FY2021 results – sales dipped by 50.4%, operating profit down 46.9% from Q1 FY2020
Along with Toyota, Honda has also revealed its financial results for the first quarter of financial year 2021 (FY2021), which starts from April 1, 2020 and end on March 31, 2021. The …
VinFast President officially revealed – limited-edition V8-powered SUV based on the LUX SA2.0; 6.2L, 455 hp
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast has announced a new model called the President, which is sure to stand out from its other offerings. The limited-edition SUV was first previewed by the LUX V8 at …
Toyota reveals Q1 FY2021 results – 31.8% decline in sales, operating profit down 98.1% from Q1 FY2020
Toyota has released its financial results for the first quarter of financial year 2021, which runs from April 1, 2020 until March 31, 2021, and they aren’t very promising. The Japanese carmaker …
Cadillac Lyriq EV crossover – 480 km battery range, single and dual motor layouts; 33-inch LED display
Cadillac has unveiled the Lyriq fully electric crossover, after its debut was postponed from its original April 2 date due to the declaration of a health emergency in March after 14 people …
Tesla launches its own car wrap service over in China
Car wraps are a popular form of modification for vehicle owners these days, and Tesla is looking to capitalise on it by launching its own car wrap service at its delivery centres. …
Ford Puma ST teased again, Sept 24 debut confirmed
The sound of something exciting, from the people who helped make it. Coming September 24th.#PumaST pic.twitter.com/S3le5UQnMf— Ford Europe (@FordEu) August 5, 2020 Now this is a rather cute way to do a …
2020 Lexus ES in Japan – lithium-ion battery for hybrid, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, improved safety
Alongside the updated C-HR and the Camry Black Edition, Toyota has also given its luxury offshoot's executive sedan, the Lexus ES, a few choice upgrades in Japan. The revisions are relatively minor, …
First Lexus LC 500 Convertible delivered to auction winner in the US – USD2 million to go to two charities
Lexus made the LC even more desirable when it released a convertible version back in November last year, which joins the existing (and equally pretty) coupe model. Later on, in January 2020, …
Project Proton – meet the first Proton Wira to go on the Nurburgring and the two Dutch brothers that built it
Think of the Nurburgring and you’ll probably envision a bunch of performance machines making their way around “The Green Hell.” However, have you ever seen a Proton Wira lapping the famous track? …
Toyota Camry Black Edition released in Japan to celebrate the original Celica Camry’s 40th anniversary
Toyota has released the Camry Black Edition in Japan, which serves to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original Celica Camry that arrived in 1980. Based on the range-topping WS variant sold …
2020 Toyota C-HR gets improved safety, kit in Japan
Facelifted just last year, the Toyota C-HR is being updated again for the Japanese market. The B-segment crossover retains the same revised look but gains a new version of the Toyota Safety …
2021 Kia Stonic – now with mild-hybrid powertrain, iMT gearbox, updated infotainment and safety systems
Three years on from its debut, the Kia Stonic gets updated for the 2021 model year with new powertrain options and safety systems. The B-segment crossover gets a new EcoDynamics+ mild-hybrid petrol …
Mercedes-Benz and CATL announce enhanced EV battery partnership, including upcoming EQS supply
Mercedes-Benz and everybody's favourite EV battery-maker, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Limited (CATL), have announced the entering of the next stage of their strategic partnership. This next level will see them "create cutting-edge …
SEMA Show makes U-turn, cancels 2020 edition in Nov
It was only last month that the organisers of the SEMA Show were feeling bullish, pressing on with the 2020 edition of the famous tuning show despite Covid-19 wrecking havoc in the …
Jaguar Land Rover developing software to reduce passenger motion sickness in autonomous vehicles
Project Vector - Jaguar Land Rover's autonomous EV concept Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is developing software for self-driving vehicles to adapt their driving style in order to reduce motion sickness among its …
Nissan Magnite Concept – B-SUV’s interior revealed
Last month, Nissan unveiled its Magnite Concept, which previews an upcoming B-segment SUV meant primarily for India, but which will eventually become a global offering. Having shown the exterior, the automaker has …
Infiniti QX55 teased again – debuts on November 11
The Infiniti QX55 will officially makes its global debut on November 11 this year, marking the brand’s return to the luxury crossover coupe segment, which it vacated after retiring the QX70 (formerly …
