W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class to reach Malaysia in Q3
We previously got a heads up on the arrival of the W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class during the launch of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s new line of SUVs (GLC, GLE, GLE Coupe), where we were told …
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VIDEO: Red Bull Racing and Puma unveil 2016 livery
https://vimeo.com/155785029 Red Bull Racing kicked off its 2016 Formula One season with bang, showing off a brand-new racing livery on the 2015 RB11, ahead of the 2016 RB12's track debut in Barcelona, …
Kia Optima Sportswagon revealed ahead of Geneva
Kia’s first D-segment tourer, the Optima Sportswagon, has been revealed ahead of its debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show next month. The estate version of the fourth-gen Optima, which was previewed …
VIDEO: Skoda ‘crystalline’ design for the VisionS SUV
https://youtu.be/zaq3-1I1vUk Skoda will bring the VisionS concept car (S for SUV) to the upcoming Geneva motor show. The showcar represents Skoda’s "new, modern design language in the SUV segment" and hints at …
Bentley Flying Spur V8 S – more power, better ride
Bentley has unveiled the Flying Spur V8 S, which has been tuned for more power and brings along a revised suspension for the ride. A number of visual elements have also been …
Nissan to begin local assembly in Myanmar this year
An update on Nissan's Myanmar plans - the automaker says it will begin assembling cars in the republic later this year in partnership with Tan Chong Motor (TCM), having announced plans to …
New VW Transporter Chassis Cab – single, double-cab
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced the launch of its latest evolution of the Transporter Chassis Cab, based on the Transporter T6 that was revealed in April 2015. Yes, it's a Transporter pick-up …
VIDEO: Inside a Mercedes AMG F1 Hybrid Power Unit
https://youtu.be/HJ3EIbhwx2w Formula One engines are high-strung, precision engineered beasts that cost awesome amounts of money and thousands of man-hours to develop. Mercedes AMG, coming off its very successful 2015 Formula One season, …
2016 Honda Accord facelift launched in Thailand
The 2016 Honda Accord facelift has been launched in Thailand. There are minor aesthetic changes at both ends, and new features for the refreshed D-segment sedan that fights the Toyota Camry and …
Aston Martin RapidE – production targeted for 2018
The Aston Martin RapidE inches closer to production - the British automaker has announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chinese technology company LeEco, one that will work …
GM Powertrain now GM Global Propulsion Systems
General Motors has announced that it has officially renamed its GM Powertrain division to GM Global Propulsion Systems. The automaker says that the name change for the group reflects the new and …
VIDEO: 2016 Toyota Prius is the ultimate getaway car?
https://youtu.be/MYeM-8hO3hM Toyota isn't afraid to make fun of itself when it comes to promoting its all-new Prius. Joining its “raising heck” Super Bowl ad is another light-hearted spot titled The Longest Chase, …
Euro car sales hit highs despite Volkswagen slump
Car sales in Europe have hit a high in January 2016, rising 6.3% against December 2015’s figures. In total, nearly 1.1 million cars were sold in the past month in Europe despite …
Germany to carry out random vehicle emission tests?
Germany intends to carry out random vehicle testing for emissions, said a Reuters report on February 14. Quoting transport minister Alexander Dobrindt speaking to German newspaper Bild, the proposed random testing is …
Riversimple Rasa hydrogen fuel cell car – 88.5 km/L
Hydrogen-powered vehicles are now available to the public with the introduction of the Toyota Mirai and Honda Clarity Fuel Cell. With other manufacturers like BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi looking to introduce their …
Jaguar E-Type renewed as the Eagle Spyder GT
For over three decades, Eagle has been giving the Jaguar E-Type a fresh lease of life. Alongside the Eagle E-Type, Speedster and the Eagle Low Drag GT, another newly-restored roadster has been …
Indonesian Rio Haryanto to join Manor Racing in F1?
News has emerged that British Formula One team Manor Racing is letting driver Will Stevens go, and may be replacing him with Indonesian Rio Haryanto. Haryanto is said to be bringing with …
Jeremy Clarkson – manual gearbox buyers are mad
Most driving enthusiasts would certainly agree that nothing beats the feel of a traditional, row-it-yourself manual transmission. As the term goes, “real men use three pedals,” right? Not so for former Top …
VIDEO: Fiat Toro truck teased ahead of Brazil launch
https://youtu.be/EfvebQhvZuI We're surprised it hasn't been launched already, the Fiat Toro pick-up truck. Official images of the light truck for South America were released in October last year, and it starred in …
Mercedes-Benz new OM654 2.0 litre turbodiesel engine detailed – 14 hp up, 13% more efficient, 17% lighter
Mercedes-Benz has revealed and detailed a brand-new 2.0 litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that will be used across its global model range. Known internally as OM654, the 1,950 cc engine is here …
