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 …
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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 …
Toyota Yaris facelifted in Thailand – Ativ-style front and cabin, 7 airbags and VSC standard, from RM60k
Toyota has given the Yaris hatchback a midlife facelift in Thailand. The Thai eco car gets the same look and dashboard as its new Yaris Ativ sedan sister, a new offering that …
Singapore will continue hosting Formula 1 until 2021
After much speculation about its future, it has been confirmed the Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix will continue for another four more years from 2018 to 2021. Singapore has been part of …
McLaren chooses Renault as new engine supplier from 2018 F1 season; Honda partners up with Toro Rosso
It’s now official, Honda will stop supplying engines to McLaren from the 2018 Formula One World Championship. Instead, the Japanese marque has announced a new deal to deliver power units to Scuderia …
Volvo XC40 leaked ahead of official debut on Sept 21
While Volvo initially planned to unveil the XC40 on September 21, the carmaker’s operations in Hungary accidentally jumped the gun and released a video trailer revealing the car in full. So here …
Honda Shuttle updated with Sensing, improved i-DCD
The Honda Shuttle, which is a JDM "Jazz Wagon" (it was previously called Fit Shuttle), has received an update in its homeland. Update not facelift, because there's no change to the five-seater …
2017 BMW M Bike Limited Carbon Edition – RM6,995
Taking the Marina Bay Blue Metallic paint from the BMW M5, the 2017 BMW M Bike Limited Carbon Edition is set to retail at a price of 1,400 euro (RM6,995). With only …
VIDEO: Red Bull Racing F1 drivers meet the durian
It’s Friday, so let’s welcome the weekend with some light-hearted comedy involving Red Bull Racing Formula One team drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen, together with the well-known durian. The F1 circus …
Honda promises electric tech for all new Euro models
Honda has confirmed that electrified technology will now feature in every new car model launched in Europe. The announcement was made by Honda president and CEO, Takahiro Hachigo, at the IAA 2017 …
Volvo XC40 to make its official debut on September 21
The new Volvo XC40 is one of the most anticipated cars of the year, and the carmaker has now confirmed its smallest XC model will celebrate its global premiere on September 21. …
Porsche Cayenne coupe under consideration as potential rival to Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, BMW X6
The new Porsche Cayenne was revealed back in August, and the Turbo model celebrated its global premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show recently. Now, Autocar UK reports the German carmaker is considering …
McLaren and Honda agree to terminate F1 partnership
McLaren has reached an agreement with Honda to end their partnership from the 2018 Formula One season, according to a report by Motorsport.com. The move comes after a string of performance and …
Mazda CX-8 – three-row SUV makes its debut in Japan
The Mazda CX-8 has been launched in Japan, where it retails for between 3.2 and 4.2 million yen (RM122k-160k). The CX-8 is a three-row SUV that serves as the SUV flagship model …
VW Polo GTI Mk6 makes show debut – 0-100 km/h 6.7s
The new Mk6 Volkswagen Polo GTI has made its motor show debut at the ongoing IAA 2017 in Frankfurt. The latest Polo GTI is the performance flagship of the sixth-generation Polo range …
