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X-Tomi Design Imagines Peugeot 508 Coupe as BMW 4 Series Rival, But It's Unlikely to Happen

French carmaker Peugeot has never officially offered its 508 model as a coupe, though it presented a concept at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. But that hasn't stopped X-Tomi Design from imagining what one might look like, as a rendering of a swoopy two-door version of the latest Peugeot 508 has shown.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 6, 2023, 11:33 a.m.
Mercedes-Benz Celebrates 30 Years Since the First-Ever V8-Powered G-Class

Mercedes-Benz commemorated the 30th anniversary of the first-ever V8-powered G-Class, the 500 GE, which was unveiled in 1993. The automaker recalled the production of only 446 examples of the 500 GE, and the vehicle's specifications and features, which differed from other G-Class models of the time.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 6, 2023, 11:18 a.m.
Mercedes-Benz building a battery recycling plant in Germany with an annual capacity of 2,500 tons

Mercedes-Benz has begun construction of a sustainable battery recycling factory in Kuppenheim, southern Germany. The pilot plant is expected to have an annual capacity of 2500 tonnes and will contribute to the production of more than 50,000 battery modules for new electric Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 6, 2023, 10:43 a.m.
EU Delays Vote on ICE Ban Over German Concerns on Costs and Job Losses

The European Union postponed a key vote to ban combustion-engine vehicles due to concerns raised by Germany about the impact on the auto industry and job losses.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 6, 2023, 10:12 a.m.
Suzuki Jimny Heritage Edition set to be one of the rarest off-roaders yet

Suzuki has announced the release of the Jimny Heritage Edition, a retro-inspired vehicle with limited numbers and exclusive features, set to be released soon in Australia. Only 300 units of the vehicle will be manufactured, making it one of the rarest pint-sized off-roaders to be produced.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 8:01 p.m.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine received 24 British armored vehicles purchased with public donations. Another 77 armored vehicles are being prepared for delivery

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have received 24 British armored vehicles purchased with public donations. Another 77 armored vehicles are being prepared for delivery, according to the Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation, which purchased 101 armored vehicles from private British companies for the Ukrainian military.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 7:25 p.m.
AC Cars unveils the modernized classic GT Roadster, set for full debut in April

At a glance, one might think the car featured here is a proper 1960s Shelby Cobra, an earlier AC Cobra, or one of the many kit cars made through the years. In fact, it's a brand new AC Cobra from UK-based AC Cars, called the GT Roadster.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 1:54 p.m.
Milltek Sport Launches Performance Exhaust System for Honda Civic Type R

Milltek Sport, an exhaust specialist, has introduced a new range of performance exhaust systems for the latest Honda Civic Type R, promising increased engine power and a more distinctive exhaust note. The system can be managed through various driving modes to avoid disturbing neighbors at odd hours of the day.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 12:56 p.m.
BMW's Quad Motor Prototype Tests Electric M3 Powertrain in Winter

BMW has been spotted testing its quad motor prototype, which is believed to be used in the development of an electric M3 and M4, as the automaker pushes for innovative engineering. The winter test is expected to verify the trick active differential system and the M car's torque vectoring system.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 12:39 p.m.
Formula 1 and Tottenham Hotspur partner to build the world's longest indoor go-kart track

Tottenham Hotspur, a UK-based soccer club, has announced a 15-year partnership with Formula 1 to build the longest indoor go-kart track underneath its soccer stadium. The track is set to open in the fall of 2023 and will be the first in-stadium electric karting facility.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 12:19 p.m.
Spy Shots Capture Upcoming Lamborghini Urus Hybrid, Packed with over 800 Horsepower

New spy photos have captured the upcoming Lamborghini Urus Hybrid out testing, revealing its revamped looks and electrified features. According to current rumors, the hybrid SUV is expected to arrive with the plug-in hybrid technology from the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid underneath the body.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 11:42 a.m.
Stellantis and Renault Turn to Internal Solutions to Tackle Truck Driver Shortage

Shortage of truck drivers has deepened logistics troubles for companies like Stellantis and Renault. To counter the issue, the automakers have started turning to their own employees to fill the gap and obtain truck driver licenses.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 11:10 a.m.
Audi's New App Store for Vehicles: Direct Access to Third-Party Apps Without a Smartphone

The app store will be rolled out in the summer of 2023 and will feature music, video, gaming, navigation, parking and charging, productivity, weather, and news apps.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 10:35 a.m.
Video: Hyundai Tucson PHEV performs impressively in the Moose Test

The compact SUV with a combustion engine, an electric motor, and a battery has surprised testers with its agility in the moose test despite its weight of around 4,235 pounds (1,921 kilograms).

Evgenii Ushakov

March 3, 2023, 10:17 a.m.
Google patents technology to limit the use of anything other than navigation while driving

Google has patented a new technology called “systems, devices, and methods for controlling operation of wearable displays during vehicle operation” to limit the use of wearables while driving. The technology would restrict access to the displays on smartwatches and smart glasses, among other products, to prevent distractions, with only navigation information being allowed through.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 2, 2023, 5:27 p.m.
Honda Unveils 2023 Civic Type R Pace Car for Indycar Series Race in Florida

Honda has introduced the new 2023 Honda Civic Type R Pace Car for the NTT Indycar Series race in Florida this weekend. This marks the first time that the automaker is using the new Civic Type R as a pace car for Indycar events.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 2, 2023, 5:16 p.m.
Porsche Showcases Renndienst-inspired Volkswagen ID. Buzz EV at Dutch Dealerships

Porsche is bringing back its legacy of using Volkswagen vans by showcasing the retro-themed ID. Buzz EV at eight dealerships in The Netherlands. The EV bears the Renndienst (Race Service) branding, echoing its predecessors, the Transporter vans used by Porsche to transport some of its most important race cars from the 1950s until the 1970s.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 2, 2023, 2:16 p.m.
Tesla Launches Unlimited Overnight Charging Plan for $30 per Month

Tesla has announced a new unlimited overnight home charging plan priced at $30 per month under its "Tesla Electric" energy retailing business.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 2, 2023, 1:55 p.m.
Toyota Collaborates with Undercover to Unveil Limited Edition Aygo X Undercover

Toyota has teamed up with Japanese fashion label Undercover to create a limited edition of its smallest car in Europe, the Aygo X. The car is limited to just 5,000 units and is priced higher than the standard Aygo X

Evgenii Ushakov

March 2, 2023, 12:35 p.m.
Kia unveils teaser videos of upcoming all-electric SUV EV9 ahead of world premiere

Kia has released two teaser videos of its upcoming all-electric SUV, the EV9, ahead of its world premiere later this month. The SUV has the potential to compete with the premium Rivian R1S at a lower price and will be the second model under Kia's new "EV" series nomenclature, following the EV6 crossover.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 2, 2023, 11:33 a.m.

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