Mazda has previously hinted that it might use a rotary engine as a range-extender for future electric vehicles, but now the company has confirmed it is happening. Like many carmakers, Mazda is planning to launch electrification options for its vehicles in the future. More specifically, it wants to offer electrified […]
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Infiniti Project Black S concept debuts potent twin-turbo hybrid tech
Check out this racy sports coupe. It’s called the Infiniti Project Black S, and it’s pitched as a design study to inspire future models. It showcases an advanced hybrid powertrain derived from Formula 1 technology, and features some crazy aero elements. The concept is based on the Q60 Red Sport […]
DS 7 Crossback E-Tense 4×4 revealed as new plug-in hybrid SUV
Citroen’s premium brand has launched a new hybrid SUV called the DS 7 Crossover E-Tense 4×4. It’s pitched as a premium SUV, based on the DS 7, that offers fully electric driving capability. It’s all in the name, E-Tense. This refers to the hybrid powertrain, consisting of a 1.6-litre PureTech […]
2019 Lexus ES 300h on sale in Australia from $59,888
The striking 2019 Lexus ES has been announced for Australia, underpinned by the all-new TNGA platform, with a fresh design inside and out. Just two variant lines of this seventh-generation model are being presented in Australia, including Luxury and Sports Luxury, in only ES 300h hybrid form. This streamlines the previous […]
Aston Martin Project 003 confirmed as 3rd hypercar
Aston Martin has confirmed it is working on a new hypercar codenamed ‘Project 003’, which will be the company’s third hypercar if you count the Valkyrie and Valkyrie AMR Pro. At this stage Aston Martin is keeping its cards pretty close to its chest, but it has handed out this […]
Mercedes-AMG Project ONE prototype testing continues
Mercedes-AMG is busy preparing its upcoming Project ONE hypercar, with testing and development now moved to race tracks and proving grounds. The engineers have been extensively testing the new hypercar in the digital world, in the lead up and following the concept car’s debut last year. This digital development process, […]
Unusual Ferrari 488 prototype spotted, hybrid power? (video)
A Ferrari 488 prototype has been spotted on the streets in Italy, featuring some pretty wild aero parts and big intakes, while sounding mysteriously quiet and hybrid-like. It seems similar to the 488 hybrid spotted at Fiorano earlier this year. It’s understood Ferrari is planning to introduce more hybrid tech […]
Toyota Yaris GRMN Sport announced, inspired by Gazoo Racing version
Toyota’s ripping little Yaris GRMN hot hatch, that we unfortunately miss out on in Australia, has been given a slightly tamed down brother in the form of the new Yaris GRMN Sport. Following up from the limited edition GRMN, the GRMN Sport is infused with the same fiery inspiration but […]