BMW M8 flagship confirmed for production – report
The legendary BMW M8 nameplate will finally make its way to a production flagship model, according to BMWBlog. The designation was originally meant to be used on a stillborn V12-powered M version …
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McLaren BP23 to become ‘one of the fastest ever’
British supercar maker, McLaren had earlier revealed that it has set out to produce a new supercar with a three-seat layout inspired by the iconic F1 of the 1990s. Codenamed BP23, the …
VW explores collaboration with Tata in India, via Skoda
The Volkswagen Group and Tata Motors have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore long-term strategic cooperation in India. VW says that the goal is to bundle the expertise of both car …
Toyota i-TRIL unveiled – three-seat urban transport
Toyota is making yet another foray into personal mobility after the i-ROAD – the Toyota i-TRIL, which makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show, is the Japanese conglomerate's vision of what …
Volkswagen forced to rethink next Phaeton’s direction
The next-generation Volkswagen Phaeton is in for a ground-up rethink, due to competition from the all-electric Tesla Model S. Any new, large VW sedan will have to incorporate next-generation technology, said Volkswagen …
SsangYong XAVL Concept – off-road capable 7-seater
Another motor show, another SUV concept from SsangYong. This time, the Korean 4x4 specialist brought the SsangYong XAVL concept to the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. The big SUV concept is described as …
Aston Martin introduces AMR performance sub-brand
Aston Martin launched its AMR performance sub-brand at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. Gaydon says that AMR reflects Aston Martin’s racing pedigree, and takes technology and inspiration from motorsport to amplify the …
Mitsubishi, Nissan to share pick-up platform – exec
Mitsubishi and Nissan are looking into the possibility of jointly-developed pick-up trucks for the Southeast Asian region, a senior executive said in a Reuters report. The move is said to encourage savings …
Mercedes-AMG Project One specs – AWD hybrid, 11,000 rpm redline, 30 km electric range, RM10.8mil
Mercedes-AMG has revealed a few juicy details regarding its fascinating Project One hypercar, set to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this year. According to Autocar, the car's F1-derived powertrain will …
Toyota 86 860 Special Edition – colour, trim, kit for US
Toyota is releasing a special edition of the Toyota 86 in the US, where it was formerly known as the Scion FR-S before the "young man brand" got shut down. The 860 …
BMW 6 Series M Sport Limited Edition officially debuts
BMW has released a special edition of the 6 Series dubbed the M Sport Limited Edition, which will be available in “restricted numbers” for all three body styles – Coupe, Convertible and …
Gemballa Avalanche debuts in Geneva with 820 hp
German tuner Gemballa has unveiled its latest Avalanche conversion programme for the 991 Porsche 911 Turbo at the ongoing Geneva Motor Show, which continues the tradition of coaxing as much performance out …
Lamborghini defends Huracan Performante’s lap time
The new Lamborghini Huracan Performante has made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show but prior to its reveal, the Italian carmaker uploaded a video of the supercar as it sets a …
VIDEO: The Fate of the Furious – new trailer is here!
https://youtu.be/jeKBMdYaM3U Most of you probably can’t wait for The Fate of the Furious to hit theatres, where you’ll get to go on yet another ride with the family you’ve come to know …
Land Rover reveals Project Hero at Geneva show – Discovery with roof-mounted drone for the Red Cross
Joining the Range Rover Velar at the Geneva Motor Show is a unique Land Rover Discovery 5, which is the work of Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) Special Vehicle Operations (SVO). Dubbed Project …
Mitsubishi questions future of Lancer range – report
In its bid to regain its strength, Mitsubishi Motors is likely to focus on its SUV and light commercial range of models instead of sedans - a move which puts the future …
Pirelli reveals coloured and smart tyres at Geneva
Have you ever looked at the Pirelli P Zero tyres on a million-ringgit supercar and wished they were coloured? Well, your wish has been granted, as the Italian tyremaker has unveiled exactly …
2017 Honda CR-V teased in Thailand – diesel, 7 seats
During the launch of the Civic Hatchback in Thailand, Honda snuck in a teaser video of the all-new CR-V, which is set to be launched in the Land of Smiles on March …
Toyota to build sub-86 sports car – hybrid powertrain?
It appears that even with the 86 and the forthcoming Supra, Toyota still hasn't satiated its sports car dream, as it is looking to build a third one – a smaller car …
Toyota C-HR arrives in the US: 2.0L only, from RM100k
Toyota's compact crossover, the C-HR, has made its debut in the United States, following market debuts elsewhere such as Australia, Europe and in its native Japan. The United States appears to demand …
