Following recent demonstrations of how its cars can be hacked by computer programmers via the infotainment system, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has rushed a voluntary recall of some 1.4 million vehicles. The purpose of the recall is for the ‘UConnect’ system to undergo security updates to prevent ‘remote manipulation’ and mitigate […]
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Jeep Cherokee vulnerable to remote hacking, USA only (video)
A new breed of ‘car thefts’ could soon tap into and control your car remotely due to the comprehensive connectivity functions vehicles are being introduced with, such as the Uconnect system featured in the latest Jeep Cherokee in the USA. Media publication Wired recently demonstrated the vulnerability of the latest […]
2015 Honda Civic VTi-L hatch review (video)
The Honda Civic hatch has an extensive and reputable history. It’s been a dependable, practical, and fuel-efficient small car for over four decades now, and it continues to have a spark of excitement in its eye when it comes to handling. While it’s far from demolishing its competition in terms […]
New Honda Civic Type R goes into production at UK plant
The all-new Honda Civic Type R has finally gone into production at Honda’s Swindon production plant in the UK. Honda’s manufacturing team is celebrating the production of the first three examples of the hotly anticipated hyper hatch, with a special event with lights and music to mark the occasion. The […]
Lotus 3-Eleven revealed, quickest road-legal Lotus ever
As suspected, Lotus was indeed planning to unveil the new 3-Eleven track-ready lightweight at the Goodwood Festival. The covers have just been removed. It comes in road legal and track-only trim. Developed as a successor to the 2-Eleven, the 3-Eleven is all about lap times and speed. Power comes from […]
Jaguar Land Rover developing pothole alert technology
Have you ever been cruising down the street, eyes casually wandering over signs and the streetscape, and then BANG, a violent and sometimes costly bump shakes you back to attention? Well, Jaguar Land Rover has announced that it is currently developing a new system to scan the road ahead for […]
Australia’s Quantum Performance GP700 revealed, 0-100 in 2.6sec
Australia’s own Quantum Performance Vehicles has just unveiled its track-focused GP700, boasting some insane power and weight figures. The GP700 is powered by a 2.7-litre twin-supercharged powertrain, pushing out 522kW and 654Nm of torque. The GP700’s trump card is its insane power-to-weight ratio. Tipping the scales at 700kg (minus the […]
GeigerCars develops monster tune for Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT
If, like us, you think the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT is a monster in standard form, you should check out what GeigerCars has done to it for its latest tuning program. In standard form the SRT comes with a 6.4-litre naturally aspirated HEMI V8 producing 344kW and 624Nm. PerformanceDrive has […]