Skoda Rapid gets second facelift for Russian market
Skoda might have largely replaced its Rapid with the more sophisticated Scala, but the former has been so successful in Russia that the company has evidently seen fit to leave it there. …
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No bespoke sports car from Seat’s Cupra brand – CEO
Seat's Cupra sub-brand will not be having a bespoke sports car anytime soon. The performance arm of the Volkswagen Group's Spanish brand will focus on SUVs, Cupra CEO Luca de Meo told …
German Tesla Gigafactory to make 500k cars a year?
It's been revealed that Tesla plans to build up to 500,000 electric vehicles at its new Gigafactory in Berlin, Germany. According to Bild, the plant will create 10,000 jobs, and documents show …
2021 Volkswagen Atlas facelift teased in 3 sketches
After making its debut three years ago, the Volkswagen Atlas is set to receive its first facelift, with the automaker releasing three official sketches to give us some idea of what to …
Rolls-Royce Rose Phantom debuts – a million stitches!
Rolls-Royce has just released yet another bespoke Phantom, this one called the Rose Phantom. It was commissioned for a Stockholm-based entrepreneur who is deeply passionate about flowers, so much in fact he …
Tesla Cybertruck tri-motor production to start 2021, base RWD model launch pushed to late 2022 – report
With the launch of the Cybertruck, American electric vehicle maker Tesla has enjoyed strong reception in terms of bookings for its new pick-up model. Now, Business Insider reported that Tesla has revised …
Toyota GR Yaris to debut at Tokyo Auto Salon Jan 10
The question of what exactly Toyota will name the hot version of its new Yaris (the European and Japanese model, not the Vios-based hatchback that we get) has finally be answered. It's …
H247 Mercedes-AMG GLA35 4Matic – 306 PS, 400 Nm
This is the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4Matic, and it is the performance-focused variant of the second-generation crossover aimed at power-hungry individuals. It is also the seventh (and latest) member of the company’s …
BMW gets wireless Android Auto, ready by July 2020
At long last, BMW owners can finally enjoy wireless Android Auto in their vehicles, enabling access to a multitude of functionalities such as suggested destinations, upcoming appointments, as well as music and …
H247 Mercedes-Benz GLA revealed – BMW X2 rival grows taller and receives new tech and engines
Six years have passed since Mercedes-Benz shook up the compact premium SUV market with the GLA, but such is the rate at which the company has replaced its models that it seems …
Land Rover Defender to spawn base, luxury versions; pure EV powertrain for range-topping variant – report
Land Rover is planning to expand the new Defender range with additional versions at both ends of the spectrum, Autocar reports. The company aims for the entry-level five-door model to be priced …
Indonesia pushing for EV battery, chemical investment
Indonesia is seeking to ride the EV wave by attracting investment from electric vehicle battery producers as well as those involved in the chemicals needed for the batteries, extracted from nickel ore. …
2020 BMW X3, X4 M40i & M550i get huge power bump for the US – M550i’s 4.4L V8 makes 523 hp & 750 Nm!
BMW US has quietly released revised versions of the M550i, X3 M40i, and X4 M40i models for 2020, with each receiving sizeable gains in performance thanks to several hardware upgrades. Let's start …
McLaren 620R – road-legal version of 570S GT4 racer
If it seems as though the McLaren 600LT - until now the most potent of McLaren's Sports Series models - was released just over a year ago, that's because it was, and …
Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic Black introduced in UK
Land Rover UK has announced the availability of the Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic Black, and it's limited to just 500 examples. All models are based on the market most popular D180 R-Dynamic …
GM, LG Chem set up JV for EV batt production in Ohio
General Motors and South Korea's LG Chem have announced plans to mass-produce battery cells for future electric vehicles. Together, the companies will invest up to a total of $2.3 billion (RM9.6 billion) …
Jaguar I-Pace gets software update, enhances range
Jaguar has announced that it will be rolling out a complimentary software update for its I-Pace customers, one that provides an increase in real-world driving range through software optimisation. According to the …
Toyota Corolla goes full hybrid in the UK – 1.8L, 2.0L hybrid powertrains only; new GR Sport & Trek models
The Toyota Corolla range in the UK has gone exclusively hybrid, with the 1.2 litre turbocharged engine now effectively removed from the line-up. UK customers can only choose between the 1.8 litre …
GALLERY: Aston Martin DBX SUV at St Athan factory
As you've probably read by now, Aston Martin has opened its doors to its new factory in St Athan, Wales, and yours truly was there to provide you with full coverage of …
Volvo XC40 Recharge – EV influenced by Tesla Model 3
Volvo's first electric vehicle, the XC40 Recharge, wouldn't have been the same if it wasn't for the arrival of the Tesla Model 3. Volvo's chief technology officer, Henrik Green told Automotive News …
