With the all-new 2021 Kia Sorento just around the corner, it’s understood Hyundai is preparing a pretty major update for its sister vehicle, the Santa Fe, for later in the year. Kia has confirmed some juicy details the 2021 Sorento, including saying that it will be based on an “all-new” […]
Hybrid
BMW X5, X6 debut new xDrive40d with 48V mild hybrid tech
A new powertrain option has been introduced for the latest BMW X5 and X6, pairing together the company’s staple 3.0-litre turbo-diesel with new mild hybrid tech. They reintroduce the xDrive40d badge. Both the X5 xDrive40d and X6 xDrive40d, based on the latest models, debut a powerful and very fuel efficient […]
2021 Kia Sorento previewed again, shows more detail
We might have already seen it in spy photos but Kia is continuing to send out teaser images of the all-new, 2021 Kia Sorento ahead of its public debut next month. As confirmed with a teaser last week, the 2021 Sorento will come with a hybrid powertrain option for the […]
2021 Kia Sorento to debut at Geneva, hybrid confirmed
Following some very revealing spy photos last week, Kia has now officially previewed the upcoming 2021 Sorento and confirmed its debut for the Geneva motor show next month. The company has also confirmed the new model will be offered with a hybrid powertrain. The 2021 Kia Sorento will showcase a […]
2020 Renault Megane facelift debuts plug-in hybrid, more power for RS
Some revisions and updated tech has been announced for the introduction of the 2020 Renault Megane range, including for the RS hot hatch. Renault is also introducing E-TECH plug-in hybrid technology for the firs time for the small hatch, and an RS Line trim package. Starting with the design facelift, […]
Maserati to debut first hybrid at Beijing motor show with eco Ghibli
Maserati is reportedly planning to unveil its first hybrid package at the upcoming Beijing motor show, showcasing a new plug-in powertrain for the Ghibli. The system is expected to merge across to other models further down the track. According to a recent Automotive News report, the premium, FCA-owned brand will […]
2020 Toyota Yaris hybrid on sale in Australia in May, 3.3L/100km
Toyota Australia is announcing some initial details of the all-new 2020 Yaris, which will go on sale here in May. It claims the model, thanks to a new hybrid package, will become the brand’s most fuel efficient car. The new model will be available with a 1.5-litre hybrid powertrain (specs […]
All Subaru models to feature “electrification” by mid-2030
Subaru has set out aggressive plans to electrify all of its range, with a target of at least 40 per cent of its global sales to comprise of electrified vehicles by 2030. A fully electric crossover is also in the works, set to debut in 2025. The Japanese company is […]