Takata airbag recall: US$1 billion settlement possible
There could be light at the end of the tunnel for the Takata airbag fiasco, as the company is preparing a deal with US federal prosecutors which could see the Japanese auto …
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Toyota Innova Venturer for Indonesian market leaked
Leaked brochure images from Autonetmagz have revealed that a new variant will join the Toyota Innova range in Indonesia soon. Called the Venturer, the new Innova model appears to be offered in …
FCA may sell Maserati and Alfa Romeo to ease debt?
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) might be flogging off the Maserati and Alfa Romeo brands in a bid to better handle its debt, which currently stands at almost US$7 billion (RM31.4 billion) at …
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Edition 40 – 265 PS
In conjunction with the 40th anniversary of the Volkswagen Golf GTI, the automaker’s United Kingdom branch has released more images of the Golf GTI Clubsport Edition 40, a special model that was …
Toyota’s Intelligent Clearance Sonar reduces pedal misapplication and vehicle reversing accidents
https://youtu.be/Ih8weympgis Toyota’s Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) has been around since 2015, and serves to prevent or mitigate collisions when parking or setting off. To prove its effectiveness since being introduced, the big …
Next-generation Mitsubishi ASX spotted undisguised
As previous spyshots have shown, Mitsubishi is currently busy developing the next-generation ASX ahead of its expected debut next year. However, thanks to Twitter user hotaka_ltd, we now have our first look …
New Tesla Roadster “some years away” – Elon Musk
@jelleprins Some years away, but yes— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) 23 December 2016 The Tesla Roadster may have been the company’s first production car but it has since been discontinued as of 2012. …
Nissan to develop plug-in hybrid model for Europe
According to an Auto Express report, Nissan is currently working on a new plug-in hybrid model for the European market (likely due to CO2-led taxation). The new model could benefit from the …
M&D Exclusive Car Design boosts Audi S7 to 690 hp
Tuner company M&D Exclusive Car Design has turned its attention to the pre-facelift Audi S7 Sportback, giving it a host of visual and mechanical modifications. As standard, the 2013 Audi S7 produces …
Porsche 918 Spyder recalled for faulty suspension
Porsche has once again issued a recall for the 918 Spyder, its flagship model that forms one third of the hybrid supercar Holy Trinity that also includes the McLaren P1 and LaFerrari. …
Ford reveals next-gen Fusion Hybrid autonomous development vehicle – improved hardware, software
Ford has unveiled its next-generation Fusion Hybrid autonomous development vehicle, reinforcing its intention to deliver a high-volume, fully autonomous vehicle for ride sharing by 2021. The car will make its appearance at …
Subaru announces 2017 Tokyo Auto Salon exhibits
Joining the rest of its compatriots at the 2017 Tokyo Auto Salon will be Subaru, with the automaker set to showcase a bevy of track vehicles along with a few concept cars. …
VIDEO: Faraday Future teases its gravity-defying seats
https://youtu.be/Hv-UTG6GiTk Another day, another teaser from Faraday Future (FF) about its new crossover. This time however, we finally get to see a glimpse of the electric vehicle’s interior, with the car’s seats …
VIDEO: Tesla Autopilot “predicts” highway accident before it happens, applies brakes before driver could
Original video, authorisation from the owner. Essential, no one could predict the accident but the radar did and acted by emergency braking. pic.twitter.com/70MySRiHGR— Hans Noordsij (@HansNoordsij) 27 December 2016 Tesla’s Autopilot system …
VIDEO: Mercedes E-Class Remote Parking Pilot ad
https://youtu.be/06YBI4WMAA0 The W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is certainly a technological tour de force with plenty of features like dual 12.3-inch display screens forming the instrument panel, Drive Pilot, Car-to-X communication and Remote Parking …
Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive made exclusive
Porsche Exclusive, the automaker’s in-house car modification department that “makes the special even more special,” has unveiled its latest project, which is based on the new Panamera Turbo Executive. If you can …
2017 Honda City facelift – full front-end gets rendered
The 2017 Honda City facelift was teased not too long ago in Thailand, showing us hints of the Civic FC on its updated exterior. If you need some idea on just what …
SPYSHOTS: Next-gen Kia Picanto spotted undisguised
It was just only a few days ago when Kia officially teased the third-generation Picanto, which will be unveiled early next year, with several sketches. Thanks to The Korean Car Blog, we …
Vanderhall Venice – three-wheeled fun in the sun
For 2017, maker Vanderhall, based in Utah, US, has come out with the USD29,950 (RM134,131) Vanderhall Venice, a "base model" version of its Laguna three-wheeler. Resembling a Morgan, somewhat, with a nose …
VIDEO: Faraday Future shows off its camera “mirrors”
https://youtu.be/O7hX9ZSIjqo Faraday Future isn’t slowing down despite losing two of its top execs - chief brand and commercial officer Marco Mattiaci and vice prseident for product marketing Joerg Sommer recently. The company …
