With many carmakers turning to turbocharging to improve economy and reduce emissions, Lexus is set to be the next on the agenda, with a new 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder. Toyota Motor Corp. will begin producing a new 2.0 turbo which will first appear in a Lexus later in 2014/early 2015. The […]
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Aston Martin continues engine deal with Ford – rumour
Aston Martin has apparently signed an engine deal with Ford, which could mean the existing engines will continue to roll out. Currently, Aston Martin V8 and V12 engines are built at a Ford facility in Cologne, Germany. It’s understood the deal will secure the partnership for another five years. This […]
Video: 2014 Maserati Ghibli design story explained
Maserati has released a new video explaining the philosophy behind the new 2014 Maserati Ghibli. In the video, Marco Tencone, Maserati’s design boss, gives us a quick rundown on some of the highlights. Tencone goes on to talk about the history of the Ghibli and the important role that the […]
Bugatti ‘Super’ Veyron to be the last, around 1500hp – report
When it comes to monstrously powerful road cars, the Bugatti Veyron is pretty much the king. There’s now word Bugatti is working on a final sendoff edition, nicknamed the ‘Super Veyron’, which is set to be the most powerful of all. According to a recent Autocar report in the UK, […]
Video: 2014 Porsche 911 Targa prototype spotted (991)
Porsche has been spotted testing a prototype version of the upcoming 2014 Porsche 911 Targa, with its roof detached. The prototype was spotted on the streets in Stuttgart, Germany. Showcasing a full rear windscreen, the Targa is one of the 911’s core and most iconic variants. As you can see […]
2013 J.D. Power Initial Quality survey: Porsche, Lexus, Infiniti on top
The 2013 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study results are out, and it’s Porsche, Lexus, and Infiniti that have come out on top. At the other end, Nissan, Mitsubishi and Fiat have been rated as the least reliable. In the US, J.D. Power surveys are regarded as the best measurement tools […]
Audi S8 crash in Netherlands splits car in half, driver survives
In what can only be described as a super freak accident, an Audi S8 large luxury performance sedan has been involved in a horrendous crash which literally tore the car in half. Some how, the driver escaped with only minor injuries. Just looking at the images, the extent of the […]
Mercedes-Benz ‘SLC’ AMG prototype revealed, 911 rival
Mercedes-Benz has released some images showing a prototype version of the upcoming ‘SLC’ AMG sports coupe. The images confirm such a model is on the way, ready to take on the likes of the Porsche 911. The SLC will sit beneath the grand daddy SLS AMG in the range, offering […]