Chinese-based automotive research and development company Techrules has announced plans to unveil an extravagant electric-powered supercar at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The company is aiming to showcase its latest developments in the field of range-extending turbine recharging technology with an “all-new supercar”. It uses something called a Turbine-Recharging […]
Hybrid
BMW 330e on sale in Australia from $71,900, X5 xDrive40e from $118,900
Following an initial announcement last week, BMW Australia has now confirmed prices for the new BMW 330e and X5 xDrive40e plug-in hybrid models. Surprisingly, the 330e is quite affordable for a mid-size premium car. The local arm has indicated a retail price of $71,900, making it significantly cheaper than the […]
Skoda VisionS concept revealed, previews future 7-seat SUV
The covers are off Skoda’s sharp three-row-seat VisionS concept, which appears to be a size larger than platform-mate Volkswagen Tiguan. At 4.7 metres long by 1.91m wide by 1.68m high, the Vision S presages a cavernous seven-seater in much the same way the Superb offers more room than the Passat. […]
BMW announces iPerformance sub-brand for future hybrid models
You’ve probably heard of BMW’s M Performance sub-brand? The company has just announced another one called iPerformance. It’s going to be used to label all future eco-focused variants and eco-focused powertrain philosophies. Kicking off the brand is the introduction of the 740e hybrid large luxury sedan, which will make its […]
Wald plans serious bodykit upgrade for the new Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius is hardly a mecca for performance tuning and aftermarket enthusiasts, however, it seems bodykit specialist Wald International has developed somewhat of an upgrade package for the new model. Toyota revealed the new-look Prius last year, showcasing a sharper design with some subtle performance-like tones, such as an […]
Lexus LC 500h hybrid variant revealed, full debut at Geneva
Lexus is planning to unveil the expected hybrid version of the stunning Lexus LC grand touring coupe at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, and has released some images to get everybody talking. It’s essentially the same gob-smacking coupe as the LC 500 revealed at the North American Auto Show earlier […]
BMW 330e & X5 xDrive40e confirmed for Australia, arrive in May
BMW Australia has just confirmed it will be launching the new 330e sedan and X5 xDrive40e plug-in hybrid vehicles in May this year. This is the first time the models are being made available Down Under. Both feature advanced hybrid technology evolved from BMW’s i brand developments, all part of […]
2017 Kia Optima Hybrid & Optima PHEV unveiled at Chicago show
Kia has unveiled two updated hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of its latest Optima sedan at the Chicago Auto Show in the US. Kia brought with it an unprecedented three new hybrid model updates to the Chicago show, including the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV), Optima Hybrid (HEV) and […]