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 …
Nissan Leaf 30 kWh update – range now up to 250 km
The updated Nissan Leaf has been unveiled in very unusual way in a new ad. To recap, the EV here features a new 30 kW battery, which sees the Leaf’s travel range …
Nissan reveals world’s first Intelligent Parking Chair
https://youtu.be/O1D07dTILH0 As a technological showcase, Nissan has announced the world’s first automated Intelligent Parking Chair. Thanks to Nissan, never again will bosses have to enter a disorderly work place where chairs are …
BMW i3 inspired by Mr. Porter – a stylish collaboration
A limited edition BMW i3 has been brought about in a collaboration between the German brand and UK online fashion portal, Mr. Porter. The i3 comes with a classy exterior paint that’s …
Mercedes-AMG GT gets Stage 1 turbo upgrade from Renntech – power bumped up to 716 hp and 889 Nm
When asked what Renntech thought of the Brabus-tuned Mercedes-AMG GT, the company said “it's cute.” Now, that may be a total fabrication, but considering the latest performance upgrades the Florida-based company has …
Renault Alpine Vision previews Porsche Cayman rival
It was only a matter of time before Renault announced the return of its resting Alpine brand. The clues were obvious when the French carmaker first introduced the Renault Alpine A110-50, followed …
2016 Jaguar F-Type SVR – 567 hp, 700 Nm, 321 km/h
The existence of the 2016 Jaguar F-Type SVR coupé has been known for a while now, but the only real detail that Jaguar was admitting to was its 321 km/h top speed. …
Audi Q1/Q2 teased again in 16-second off-road clip
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_s6qdgg03dA Audi has dropped yet another teaser of its next Q model, said to be known as the Audi Q1 (or Q2, following the brand’s success at securing the naming rights). The …
Tesla Model S for kids by Radio Flyer – it’s a real EV!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGom8Y5wAow Radio Flyer has introduced a miniature Tesla Model S that allows for three- to eight-year-olds to get behind the wheel of the full-electric vehicle. Developed in collaboration with Tesla, the miniature …
Lotus Elise Cup 250 – fastest ever, 200 units per year
Lighter and faster. That's what the new Lotus Elise Cup 250 is all about. Hethel has managed to trim 21 kg from the already flyweight Elise, which gains a further 26 hp. …
Land Rover Discovery Sport enhanced by Startech
German specialist Startech - part of the Brabus group - has given the Land Rover Discovery Sport a series of add-ons that comprises of exterior, interior and performance enhancements for the 2.2 …
2016 Toyota Prius rendered with Wald’s Sport Line kit
Toyota has been busy trying to inject some attitude into its all-new Prius lately (just watch the latest Super Bowl ad to see what we’re on about). To accompany this new bold …
Toyota Sienta for Indonesia – early details revealed?
The Toyota Sienta will be launched in Indonesia come April, according to internal sources at Toyota. The Yaris-based Sienta will fit in between the Toyota Avanza and Kijang Innova in the Indonesian …
Volvo V40 facelift set for Feb 24 reveal, Geneva debut
Volvo will be unveiling the facelifted Volvo V40 online on February 24, before the refreshed five-door hatch makes its show debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show alongside the new V90 estate …
Honda Civic – carryover 1.8, 1.5 Turbo RS for Thailand
It's getting closer now, the new Honda Civic. Following Honda Thailand's through-the-generations Civic heritage video to usher in the tenth-generation model and the spotting of lightly disguised units roaming the streets, Thai …
BMW M2 Coupe gains optional M Performance Parts
The new BMW M2 Coupe certainly got enthusiasts and fans of the previous 1 Series M Coupe raving when the Bavarian automaker introduced it back in October last year. Now, BMW has …
Daimler recalls 841k vehicles with Takata airbags
Daimler AG has confirmed that it will be recalling some 841,000 vehicles in the US. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration there has notified the German car maker that some 705,000 Mercedes-Benz …
