Formula 1’s use of grid girls under “strong review”
In a world that is seeing greater female participation in all forms of motorsport, Formula 1 is conducting a "strong review" on its use of female promotional models or grid girls, according …
Lamborghini Urus makes launch debut in Singapore
The Lamborghini Urus recently celebrated its global premiere at the company’s headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese, and has now made its launch debut in Singapore, just a week later. Reservations for Lamborghini’s second …
Honda Freed Modulo X officially launched in Japan
The Honda Freed can now be had in a new Modulo X flavour, more than a year after the second-generation model made its debut in Japan. As with most Modulo X models, …
Alibaba to create car vending machines – report
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvJFluC3A5s Vending machines for cars aren't exactly the newest thing. However, China has previewed not just its own example, but cat-shaped ones which will soon open in Nanjing and Shanghai, according to …
Nissan Terra spotted in China – 7-seater Navara SUV
Here's a very clear look at the new Nissan Terra. Said to be spotted in China, the SUV previously rumoured to be named Xterra seems to have dropped the 'X' in the …
Kia Ray facelift revealed – updated looks, engine
After teasing the car last week, Kia has finally pulled the wraps off the facelifted Ray. The Korea-only kei car-like box on wheels has been refreshed after six years on the market …
Toyota C-HR open for booking in Thailand – 1.8 NA, Hybrid, Safety Sense; from 9XXk baht, Q1 2018 launch
With so much hype and talk about the Toyota C-HR, it's hard to believe that this is a car that is yet to go on sale. Not just in Malaysia, but in …
Tesla Model 3 – cancer patient given early delivery
If you're waiting to take delivery of a Tesla Model 3, you could well be in for a long wait despite Tesla's ramping up of production efforts, which is an inconvenience at …
Mercedes-Benz X-Class gets Prior Design treatment
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class is a fairly recent addition to the German brand's line-up, but that hasn't stopped the likes of Prior Design from coming up with bodykits and wheel sets for the …
2018 Toyota Vios launched in Singapore, from RM272k
A new Toyota Vios has been launched in Singapore and predictably, it's identical to the Yaris Ativ sold in Thailand, albeit with a larger, more powerful engine. That means it gets the …
VW Polo GTI Mk6 – advance sales start in Germany
First introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September this year, advance sales of the Mk6 Volkswagen Polo GTI has now begun in Germany, with the range-topping variant being priced at 23,950 …
Holden Colorado SportsCat by HSV – Chevy truck gets chassis, cosmetic, off-road upgrades Down Under
Caught your attention, didn't it? This is the Holden Colorado SportsCat by HSV, or Holden Special Vehicles. Previewed in Australia, the SportsCat is based on the range-topping Z71 Colorado, and there are …
Fiat Punto gets zero-star Euro NCAP safety rating
https://youtu.be/9N1Q0k6-ebg In its latest round of testing, the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) has given the Fiat Punto a zero-star safety rating – the first model to receive such a …
Hyundai Kona receives five-star ANCAP safety rating
https://youtu.be/P2f1OjE2w20 The Hyundai Kona has been awarded a five-star safety rating by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). The rating applies to all variants of the B-segment SUV sold in Australia …
Tesla Model S gains Novitec personalisation, tuning
German tuning and accessories company Novitec has released tuning parts and accessories for the Tesla Model S, which apply to both the car's exterior as well as under its skin. For post-2016 …
Toyota and Panasonic eyeing joint EV battery business
Toyota and Panasonic have just announced an agreement to begin studying the feasibility of a joint automotive prismatic battery business. It's intended to address the growing demand and expectations for electrified vehicles. …
Ares Project Panther – a modern take on an Italian icon
Italian coachbuilder Ares Design has unveiled its latest project, which marries the underpinnings of the modern Lamborghini Huracan with styling inspired by the classic De Tomaso Pantera. It is called Project Panther, …
VIDEO: How Volvo overcomes turbo lag in its engines
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sr5mksh68A4 Turbo lag, or the delay between summoning acceleration via the car's throttle and the response from the engine, is a perennial challenge for engineers developing turbocharged engines. With the latest PowerPulse …
Bugatti recalls 47 units of the Chiron for faulty welds
The Bugatti Chiron may be quite the machine, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t susceptible to recalls. Recently, the French carmaker announced a recall involving 47 units of the Chiron for faulty …
2019 Mercedes G-Class – official pics of new interior
Mercedes-Benz has released official interior images of the new 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, which we first saw via leaked pics last month. They confirm that the cabin of the Geländewagen has received a …
