Lexus is asking fans to name the new hero colour for the upcoming Lexus RC F high-performance coupe. The colour is a metallic orange, similar to the colour featured on the IS F Pikes Peaks racer. So far, fans have come up with Solar Flare, Fiery Orange, and Outrageous Orange. […]
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Mitsubishi Evo X production ending, no replacement – report
Production of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X is set to come to an end later this year, killing off Mitsubishi’s only performance model. To make matters worse, there is reportedly no replacement coming any time soon. According to a recent Japanese Automotive News Daily report, Lancer Evo X production will […]
Peugeot returning to Dakar rally in 2015 – report
After a 25-year absence Peugeot is set to return to the famous Dakar cross country rally next year. The French carmaker could be looking to bolster its motorsport participation, particularly in rally where it has a strong pedigree. Peugeot rejoined the Pikes Peak Hill Climb competition last year after years […]
Video: Porsche pays tribute to 911’s off-road ‘alter-ego’
It was only a few days ago that there was talk of Porsche developing an off-road 911 concept ready for the Beijing Motor Show in April. The company has now released a video that pays tribute to the 911’s off-road ‘alter ego’. Although it’s far from confirmation that an SUV […]
Peugeot Pocket Racing app lets you drive the 208 T16
Peugeot has developed a unique new racing app called Peugeot Pocket Racing. It’s the company’s first ever driving app for the gaming community. Featuring a range of production and motorsport Peugeot cars that you can drive (in the virtual world), including the 208 T16 Pikes Peak racer that Sebastien Loeb […]
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution XI to feature high-power hybrid
You may remember news about Mitsubishi’s next Lancer Evolution ‘XI’ turning to hybrid technology. More details are being uncovered, with hybrid propulsion being a very likely direction. Mitsubishi is toying with the idea of a Lancer hybrid featuring plug-in technology. Set to be called the Lancer PHEV, the powertrain will […]
2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed highlights (gallery)
If, like us, you weren’t fortunate enough to attend the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed in England over the weekend, don’t fret. We’ve put together a big gallery of some of the highlight vehicles for you so it was like you were there. The Goodwood Festival this year was a […]
Video: Peugeot 208 T16 final test, on Tour de France route
The insane Peugeot 208 T16 Pikes Peak rally car prepared for this year’s hill climb is going through some final testing sessions before its main event. The car was recently tested on France’s notoriously windy Mont Ventoux, which is home to one of the most gruelling cycling hill climbs in […]