Chevrolet has announced a significant price drop in the US for its most efficient and fastest Volt yet, with most of the added value coming in the form of government incentives. The facelifted 2016 Volt starts at US$33,995, already $1200 less than its predecessor. When a buyer in the US […]
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Teenager crashes LaFerrari in China, heavy damage
A teenager wearing disturbingly distasteful shoes lost control and crashed a LaFerrari in Shanghai, China, last night, leaving the poor Ferrari with extensive damage. Unfortunately, it looks like the bright shoes walked away from the incident without damage. It’s understood the driver lost control out on a large freeway in […]
3.5L twin-turbo V6 confirmed for new Honda NSX, 9spd DCT
More details of the new Honda NSX have been released from sibling brand Acura, with various mechanical components now confirmed. The NSX will be powered by a hybrid powertrain, which we already know, but now Acura has confirmed this will be made up of a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 (previously unknown […]
Next BMW ‘i’ model to be based on 5 Series; the i5 – report
BMW’s next ‘i’ model will reportedly be based on the 5 Series, called the i5. It will be the sub-brand’s third model following the release of the i3 and i8. The i3 is a small city car that can be had with a fully electric powertrain or with an optional […]
Qoros 2 PHEV concept unveiled at 2015 Auto Shanghai
The Qoros 2 SUV PHEV concept has arrived at the Shanghai show, and we can almost guarantee you won’t forget what it looks like any time soon. The compact SUV is on exhibition at the Shanghai auto show in China, joining many other compact SUVs and concepts. It is Qoros’s […]
2016 Lexus ES revealed, on sale in Australia later this year
As previewed last week, Lexus has unveiled the new-look ES sedan at the 2015 Auto Shanghai show in China. The updated model shows off sharpened styling with enhanced luxury. Lexus revived the right-hand drive ES nameplate in 2013, giving it a modern look and an advanced interior with all of […]
Volkswagen goes smart & suave with C Coupe GTE concept
Volkswagen could be keen to be a big player in the plug-in hybrid premium sedan market, overnight unveiling this, the C Coupe GTE concept at Auto Shanghai 2015. The C Coupe is powered by a hybrid setup consisting of a four-cylinder TSI engine, mated to an electric drive system. The […]
Peugeot 308 R HYbrid is a 500hp eco super-hatch
In some very exciting news from our friends over in France, Peugeot has revealed the 308 R HYbrid, which has a much bigger punch than you might expect from a hybrid. Self-described as the “ultimate Peugeot”, the 308 R is packing up to 373kW and an unbelievable 730Nm under the […]