Volkswagen, LG to jointly develop connected car tech
Here in 2016, connectivity between everyday objects (also known as the internet of things, or IoT) – has become the big buzz word in technology – your lights, television, even your fridge …
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Roewe RX5 unveiled – “internet car” with Alibaba OS
If you’re a frequent internet shopper, you’ve probably heard of Alibaba. From power banks to clothing, the e-commerce company sells a wide range of products, and will now enter the automobile industry …
2017 Skoda Kodiaq – first official details on the SUV
Skoda has revealed more details of its Kodiaq SUV, which will go on sale in Europe early 2017. The press release was accompanied by these pics of the Kodiaq still in camouflage, …
Renault reveals Clio RS facelift – three variants on offer; new GT Line pack available for standard car
When Renault revealed its Clio RS 16 concept at this year’s Monaco Grand Prix, there was an inkling that something good will come of it. Well, the French carmaker has now unveiled …
Aston Martin AM-RB 001 concept unveiled – hypercar developed with Red Bull Racing and Adrian Newey
Less than four months after Aston Martin announced that it would create a new hypercar in conjunction with Red Bull Racing and legendary F1 designer Adrian Newey, the real thing has been …
2017 Toyota 86 receives complete TRD parts upgrade
Following the introduction of the facelifted Toyota 86, the company’s in-house tuning shop Toyota Racing Development (TRD), has released an extensive list of modifications for the two-door sports car. How extensive? The …
LaFerrari convertible unveiled in first official photos
After being teased earlier this year and again by Gordon Ramsay during the series-opening episode of the new Top Gear, then leaked as a scale model, it's finally been unleashed. Ferrari has …
No dieselgate owner compensation for Europe – VW
It looks like Europe won't be getting anything like the $15 billion (RM60.4 billion) compensation package that Volkswagen is offering to its US customers to as settlement for the 'Dieselgate' scandal. VW …
Audi R8 tuned by Underground Racing to 2,200 hp!
As we all know, the 2017 Audi R8 is obviously an underpowered car. Even in top V10 plus guise, Ingolstadt's finest produces just 601 hp from its 5.2 litre naturally-aspirated V10. But …
SPYSHOTS: 2016 Mazda 3 facelift seen out in the open
The 2016 Mazda 3 facelift has been spotted in Japan, ahead of its local launch debut thanks to Minkara and CarDrive. Known as the Axela there, the visual updates seen on these …
GALLERY: New Honda NSX makes its European debut
By now, most of you would already be familiar with the new Honda NSX. The technology-filled sports car was unveiled at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show, more than two decades after the …
Toyota 86 facelift goes on sale in Japan, from RM103k
Nearly four months after the facelifted Toyota 86 made its debut at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), the revamped front-engined, rear-wheel drive sports coupé is finally going on sale in …
Dodge Viper celebrates its 25th birthday and final year of production with six limited-edition models
It is the star of its own 90s television series, and holds the current production car lap record at the Laguna Seca Raceway with a time of 1:28.65. We are of course …
Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 – UK’s most extreme
This is the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35, billed as the most extreme pick-up truck ever sold through a UK franchised dealer network. Order books open late this month. The AT35 is …
The Range Rover Evoque celebrates its fifth birthday
Happy birthday Range Rover Evoque! The compact SUV has celebrated its fifth year of production at Jaguar Land Rover’s Halewood manufacturing facility near Liverpool. With over half a million units sold globally …
SPYSHOTS: Next-gen Mercedes-Benz G-Class spotted
After more than three decades, Mercedes-Benz looks set to introduce a new generation of the G-Class or G-Wagen, with these spyshots being the first proof of such. The all-new model is said …
Chris Evans officially steps down from Top Gear role
Stepping down from Top Gear. Gave it my best shot but sometimes that's not enough. The team are beyond brilliant, I wish them all the best.— Chris Evans (@achrisevans) July 4, 2016 …
VIDEO: Honda Accord turns 40 – a retrospective look
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxjH4mXK6jI Bring out the birthday cake – the venerable Honda Accord is now 40 years old! This midsize (D-segment to you and me) sedan has been sold in the United States since …
Mercedes-Benz introduces new alloy wheel collection
Mercedes-Benz Accessories has introduced a range of new light-alloy wheels as part of its 2016 Summer Collection. According to the company, the new wheels “enhance the appearance of any vehicle while lending …
Toyota Alphard Type Black and Vellfire Golden Eyes – special dressed-up editions introduced in Japan
Over in Japan, Toyota has introduced a couple of special edition Alphard and Vellfire MPVs for the domestic market. The Alphard Type Black and Vellfire Golden Eyes, as the specials are called, …
