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Two 936 cars also competed in the works entry in 1981, and one of these achieved the overall victory. The winning car, which was racing for the first time, was driven by Jacky Ickx and Derek Bell. “Ickx and Bell won with a lead of 14 laps – or to put it another way, they […] August 01, 2021 at 07:57AM

Porsche continues to systematically pursue its e-performance strategy. With a system power output of 515 kW (700 PS) and 870 Nm of torque, the new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is the most powerful variant in the completely revamped product line, combining a four-litre V8 biturbo engine with 420 kW (571 PS) and a 100 kW […] August 01, 2021 at 07:57AM

The EQS is the stand-alone, all-electric member of the new S-Class range and will be launched in Europe in August. With the EQE business saloon and the SUV variants of the EQS and EQE, further models based on the new architecture will follow soon. The EQS will allow customers in the luxury segment to benefit […] August 01, 2021 at 07:57AM

New Gen Maruti Celerio 2021 All new generation of Maruti Celerio is getting ready for launch in India – Here are the first undisguised photos of the small car The new generation Maruti Celerio has been in development for some time now. Its launch has been delayed due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Those waiting […] August 01, 2021 at 06:46AM

The wait is finally over! In one of the latest updates, the much-awaited Mahindra XUV700 has been spotted undisguised for the very first time. The upcoming SUV has been spotted in an all-new golden brown shade at the brand’s production facility located in Chakan, Pune, Maharashtra. Mahindra is going to position the XUV700 as the […] July 31, 2021 at 03:40PM

2022 Mahindra XUV700 Golden Brown Colour Mahindra XUV700 will receive remote functionalities with connected car tech for remote engine start-stop, cabin pre-cooling and large sunroof Mahindra is slated to launch 9 new models by 2029. This will start off with the launch of the new XUV700 in 2021 and will be followed by the new […] July 31, 2021 at 02:40PM

CFMoto Electric Scooter Concept Upon its launch in India, CFMoto’s Zeeho Cyber electric scooter will rival premium e-scooters such as Ather 450X and Bajaj Chetak Back in December last year, CFMoto had launched its new sub-brand Zeeho exclusively dedicated towards its upcoming electric two-wheelers. At the same, the Chinese bikemaker also unveiled a concept version […] July 31, 2021 at 12:31PM

2022 Bajaj Pulsar 250F. Image – Zigwheels Bajaj Pulsar 250F will take on rivals such as Suzuki Gixxer SF250 and Yamaha FZS-25 Bajaj Auto will be expanding its bestselling Pulsar range to include new products in 250cc category. The list includes a naked sport NS250, a semi-faired 250F and a fully faired RS250. Talking about […] July 31, 2021 at 09:57AM

2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan. Image – Nikhil Renunathan (@69_thewanderlust) Besides the road-biased Himalayan, Royal Enfield is also developing a new Himalayan with a more powerful 650cc parallel-twin motor Towards the end of last year, Royal Enfield claimed that it will be launching one model every quarter for the next four years here on. The company […] July 31, 2021 at 09:07AM

FRANKFURT — Volkswagen boss Herbert Diess dodged questions about a potential initial public offering of Porsche AG, saying only that any steps to tap capital markets would have to be carefully considered. “As I said, we continue to review our set up. First priority is now to finance the battery ramp-up where we try to […] August 01, 2021 at 07:37AM

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Dr Johan van Zyl on Friday evening, July 30th, 2021. This unfortunate loss has come as a shock to all of us. We have lost a much loved and admired leader – and an amazing person – who will always be remembered for his humour, calmness and personal […] August 01, 2021 at 06:18AM

Lewis and Valtteri deliver a front-row lockout for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team at the Hungarian Grand Prix Lewis took his 75th pole position for the Mercedes F1 Team with an incredible lap at the Hungaroring. Valtteri delivered an impressive performance to complete the lockout and will start tomorrow’s race in P2. Both drivers will […] August 01, 2021 at 05:33AM

© 2021 Daimler AG. All rights reserved. * The figures are provided in accordance with the German regulation ‘PKW-EnVKV’ and apply to the German market only. Further information on official fuel consumption figures and the official specific CO₂ emissions of new passenger cars can be found in the EU guide ‘Information on the fuel consumption, […] August 01, 2021 at 05:33AM

2022 Hyundai Stargazer MPV Spied. Image – Autonetmagz The upcoming Hyundai MPV will be based on a modified platform of Creta and Kia Seltos, just like the Kia KY MPV Hyundai has been in the Indian automotive market for almost a quarter of a century now and has found tremendous success in the country. While […] July 31, 2021 at 07:07AM

Hero Hunk In Mexico. Image – Samuel Hero MotoCorp begins retail ops in Mexico through distributor network As part of Hero Motocorp’s aggressive expansion plans in furthering global business, the auto manufacturer has started retail sales in Mexico. Business in the key market had been announced earlier in the year. And now sales channels have […] July 30, 2021 at 08:09PM

The concept behind the Tata Nano was deeply rooted in the Tata Group’s principles. Business for Tatas is not just to mint profits. Tatas are actively involved in Indian economy growth and success. Many of their activities and commercial strategies are connected with social connotations. The Nano wasn’t any different. Ratan Tata had for years […] July 30, 2021 at 07:53PM

Yamaha F 155 Concept Image For Reference Yamaha YZF-R15 rivals the likes of Suzuki Gixxer SF, Pulsar RS200, KTM RC 200 and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V R15 is among the popular entry-level sports bikes in the country. It has consistently featured in the top ten list of bestselling 150cc – 200cc motorcycles. Yamaha YZF-R15 […] July 30, 2021 at 04:43PM

Porsche’s factory team took its first international win at the 1951 24 Hours of Le Mans with a 356 Gmund SL Coupe, but privateers throughout the 1950s contributed the majority of wins and podiums. One such garagiste was Walter Glöckler, a Volkswagen and Porsche dealer as well as motorcycle and car racer in Frankfurt. With […] July 31, 2021 at 07:38AM

Major upgrades for CRF250R and CRF250RX target peak cornering performance, ease of handling and gate-to-flag consistency in lap time Both models inherit the multi MXGP championship-winning frame of the 21YM CRF450R Extensive cylinder head revisions and improved intake and exhaust efficiency substantially improve low to mid rpm drive and increase top end power by 10% […] July 31, 2021 at 07:14AM

Model updates: The 2022 CRF50F receives a new graphic upgrade to bring it in line with its larger family members, the CRF250R and CRF450R Contents: 1 Introduction 2 Key features 3 Technical specifications   Introduction There’s simply no better choice for introducing kids to motorcycling than the CRF50F. The pocketsize machine is armed with a […] July 31, 2021 at 07:14AM

Model updates: The 2022 CRF150RB receives a new graphic upgrade to bring it in line with its larger family members, the CRF250R and CRF450R. Contents: 1 Introduction 2 Key features 3 Technical specifications Introduction The CRF150RB is Honda’s smallest motocrosser, a serious competition machine, and the perfect gateway to the championship-winning full-sized CRF250R and CRF450R. […] July 31, 2021 at 07:14AM

Introduction With its fun performance and looks that mirror its larger competition motocross siblings, the CRF125F is the perfect springboard for younger riders moving up from the smaller CRF50F and CRF110F to larger, more race-oriented competitive machinery. Available in both a standard and a ‘Big Wheel’ edition for taller riders for 22YM, it also receives […] July 31, 2021 at 07:14AM

Model updates: The 22YM CRF110F receives a new graphic upgrade to bring it in line with its larger family members, the CRF250R and CRF450R Contents: 1 Introduction 2 Key features 3 Technical specifications Introduction With its proven durability and new-rider-friendly performance, the CRF110F perfectly encapsulates Honda’s proud heritage—extending back nearly four decades to the legendary […] July 31, 2021 at 07:14AM

Model updates: The new CRF250R is stronger than ever, gaining the MXGP championship-winning chassis of the 22YM CRF450R, plus extensive cylinder head development for a considerable low-rpm torque boost. New radiators improve efficiency, the clutch now has 9 plates, while the strengthened gearbox features revised ratios.   Contents: 1 Introduction 2 Model overview 3 Key […] July 31, 2021 at 07:14AM

Model updates: The new CRF250RX is the strongest it’s ever been, inheriting the chassis of the 22YM CRF450RX, plus extensive cylinder head development producing a considerable low-rpm torque boost with enhanced reliability. New radiators improve efficiency, the clutch now has 9 plates and lighter lever feel, while the strengthened gearbox features revised ratios for improved […] July 31, 2021 at 07:14AM

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. No donation or payment necessary to enter or win this sweepstakes. See official rules on Omaze. The first time I ever saw an Airstream was as a kid in Canada, where a friend’s neighbor had […] July 31, 2021 at 07:04AM

The COPO Camaro returns for 2022 with a big-block V8 option, repositioning the purpose-built drag racing nameplate that was inspired by the street-legal COPO package originally offered back in 1969.  The 572-cubic-inch monster is the largest (but at 430 horsepower, the least potent) V8 in a lineup that also includes a 580-horsepower supercharged 350ci and […] July 31, 2021 at 06:50AM

For all the wild popularity of full-size pickups, there’s one configuration that U.S. buyers are no longer offered: the regular-cab, short-bed truck. Interestingly, however, GM still does make this configuration, and both the Chevrolet Silverado and the GMC Sierra are offered with it — in the Mexican market. That body style, however, is available solely […] July 31, 2021 at 06:50AM

A year after being announced, the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 express cruiser is in the water with its first owner. The co-creation of Lamborghini Centro Stile and Italian boat maker Tecnomar, the water-borne speedster makes the most obvious nod toward the limited-edition Sián FKP 37 introduced in 2019, but gathers cues to the automaker’s entire […] July 31, 2021 at 06:23AM

Australian motorists who want to explore the great outdoors in a new Toyota Land Cruiser have three options to choose from. One is the 70-Series model introduced in 1984. It’s still being built, it’s relatively popular Down Under, and it’s about to receive a series of updates in order to keep going.  New safety regulations […] July 31, 2021 at 06:18AM

Spa-Francorchamps. Everything is ready for the classic endurance race in the Ardennes: Walkenhorst Motorsport secured a promising starting position for the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (BEL) in Super Pole qualification on Friday evening. Sheldon van der Linde (RSA) claimed fifth place in the #34 BMW M6 GT3, Thomas Neubauer (FRA) finished the final qualifying session […] July 31, 2021 at 06:02AM

 Productive sessions for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team on practice day in Hungary Valtteri went second-quickest in FP1 with Lewis in P3. The Finn finished the afternoon session in P1 with Lewis 0.027secs behind in P2. Track temperatures reached over 60 degrees at the Hungaroring, 30km outside Budapest. Both drivers managed to complete some solid […] July 31, 2021 at 05:33AM

Daimler shareholders will receive one additional Daimler Truck Holding AG share for every two shares held Daimler will retain a minority stake of 35% in Daimler Truck Holding AG, of which a stake of 5% will be transferred to the Daimler Pension Trust Daimler commits to Daimler Truck Holding AG’s independence and sound capitalization Target […] July 31, 2021 at 05:33AM

Half-time assessment: More than 18,000 visitors in the first four weeks Great demand from cultural professionals keen to book the event space at the museum Programme continues until 26 September 2021 All the event details here: https://ift.tt/3j528Fe Stuttgart. The large-scale summer programme “Urban culture at the Mercedes-Benz Museum” with around 100 events up to 26 September 2021 […] July 31, 2021 at 05:33AM

Management and Works Council agree on key points for future orientation of Daimler Truck’s German powertrain plants Establishing a production and technology network for electric drive components and battery systems Target pictures describe the transformation of the Mercedes-Benz plants in Gaggenau, Kassel and Mannheim from their current focus on combustion engine technologies to locations with […] July 31, 2021 at 05:33AM

Stuttgart/Düsseldorf. At the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, which celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, Mercedes-Benz will once again be present with an exhibition stand in hall 16 from 28 August to 5 September. The highlight will be the public presentation of the new small van with the three-pointed star – the new Citan – just a few days after its […] July 31, 2021 at 05:32AM

Herbert Diess, CEO of the Volkswagen Group: “We’re keeping up our high pace, both operationally and strategically. The record result in the first half of the year is clear proof of how strong our brands are and how attractive their products are. The premium segment performed especially well with double-digit returns, as did Financial Services. Our […] July 30, 2021 at 07:47AM

Drivers for Elon Musk’s underground Loop system in Las Vegas have been instructed to bypass passengers’ questions about how long they have been driving for the company, declare ignorance about crashes, and shut down conversations about Musk himself. Using public records laws, TechCrunch obtained documents that detail daily operations at the Loop, which opened in […] July 30, 2021 at 07:43AM

With the growing demand for electric vehicles in India, Royal Enfield’s parent company, Eicher Motors has begun developing a completely new line of electric motorcycles aimed at different customers. The company has recently submitted its 2020-21 fiscal year report and Managing Director Mr Siddhartha Lal told that the company is working on manufacturing electric bikes […] July 30, 2021 at 07:41AM

2021 Tata Tiago NRG Facelift Tiago NRG facelift will take on the likes of Celerio, WagonR, Santro and Datsun Go It’s been more than a year since Tiago NRG was discontinued in early 2020. Now that there’s increasing preference for a sportier look and feel even in entry-level cars, Tata Motors will reintroduce Tiago NRG […] July 30, 2021 at 07:30AM

Every year before the Geneva Motor Show, we post about some peculiar yet highly thought-out concept from Swiss company Rinspeed that will debut in the city by the lake. Thing is, these fantastical Geneva jewels aren’t new; company founder Frank Rinderknecht has been working them up since he founded his company in 1977, and back […] July 30, 2021 at 07:37AM

Last year Porsche brought a gaggle of concepts out from design studio obscurity into public view and a book called “Unseen.” The Vision Renndienst concept was among them, the minivan being an updated take on the vintage Volkswagen Type 1 race service van that toiled for the Porsche racing team in the 1950s (Renndienst means “race […] July 30, 2021 at 07:37AM

Earlier this year, Land Rover announced it was building a limited run of classic Defenders with big V8s with the color scheme of the Camel Trophy Land Rovers. The Camel Trophy, in case you’re not familiar, was an off-road competition that took participants to remote locations and featured yellow-ish Land Rover models. It lasted for […] July 30, 2021 at 07:24AM

The Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP’s ‘Born to Race’ development ethos has resulted in a Super Sport machine with an unwavering focus on circuit riding and unprecedented levels of performance and control. Watch the laptime shootout here Leaning heavily on the engine and chassis technology of the RC213V-S ‘street-legal MotoGP machine’ and with aerodynamics drawn from […] July 30, 2021 at 07:13AM

  All-new HR-V features Honda’s two-motor hybrid technology as standard e:HEV system offers an optimal balance of fuel economy, low emissions and dynamic performance Technology draws on over 20 years of hybrid experience in road cars and knowledge from Formula 1® Honda will electrify all its mainstream models in Europe by the end of 2022 […] July 30, 2021 at 07:13AM

– Total Japanese sales experienced a year-on-year decrease for the first time in four months. – New vehicle registrations experienced a year-on-year decrease for the fifth consecutive month. – Sales of mini-vehicles experienced a year-on-year increase for the fourth consecutive month. – VEZEL was the industry’s ninth best-selling car among new vehicle registrations for the […] July 30, 2021 at 07:12AM

I used to be enamored with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine format. I owned a 2004 Subaru WRX, with its turbo boxer mill, and liked it quite a bit, rough though it could be. Then turbo-fours, often displacing the same 2.0 liters, began replacing heavier and thirstier naturally aspirated V6 powerplants across the industry, and I […] July 30, 2021 at 06:09AM

After spending an entire month with our long-term 2021 Acura TLX A-Spec, I had high hopes for the new TLX Type S. When you start from a good base, that means things can only get better, right? The chassis underneath the base TLX’s flashy sheetmetal is a thing of brilliance. This four-door is taut and […] July 30, 2021 at 06:09AM

Munich. The new BMW R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental celebrate their world premieres like no other motorcycle before: they are starring in the music video of well-knownBig Machine Records act The Cadillac Three and their new song “Get After It”. After various digital world premieres, this is another completely new approach to show […] July 30, 2021 at 06:03AM

The new BMW R 18 Transcontinental and R 18 B: “The Big Boxer” as the Grand American Tourer for luxurious travelling and as Bagger for cool American highway cruising. With the new R 18 Transcontinental, BMW Motorrad is adding a Grand American Tourer to the R 18 family as well as the R 18 B […] July 30, 2021 at 06:03AM

Audi has revealed a few glimpses of its upcoming Sky Sphere concept, a car that will in part define the future of the brand. It’s the second in Audi’s trio of Sphere concepts, which the company will put forth as a showcase of its upcoming technologies and design. In the video, the car is described […] July 30, 2021 at 02:45AM

The 2022 Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid will be the second plug-in hybrid in the company’s lineup. And the brand is bestowing it with a special model called the Odyssean Edition to kick it off. It has some unique interior features that Bentley claims are more sustainable, but we would argue they don’t do much to […] July 29, 2021 at 10:46PM

FRANKFURT, Germany — Germany’s auto industry showed more strong results Thursday as Volkswagen’s earnings and profit margins beat pre-pandemic levels and the company raised its profit outlook for the year despite an ongoing shortage of key electronic parts that is plaguing the industry as a whole. Volkswagen raised its profit outlook for the full year […] July 29, 2021 at 06:04PM

Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the world’s pre-eminent super-luxury SUV, is the perfect vehicle for attending and enjoying pursuits in the countryside Cullinan embodies an unequalled combination of luxury, practicality and versatility Bespoke features, unique to Cullinan, ensure that clients are equipped for their adventures The ongoing success of the world’s pinnacle marque is based on an intimate […] July 30, 2021 at 05:38AM

© 2021 Daimler AG. All rights reserved. * The figures are provided in accordance with the German regulation ‘PKW-EnVKV’ and apply to the German market only. Further information on official fuel consumption figures and the official specific CO₂ emissions of new passenger cars can be found in the EU guide ‘Information on the fuel consumption, […] July 30, 2021 at 05:33AM

Over 1.7 million counterfeit Daimler products confiscated in 2020. The online trade in fake parts has greatly increased owing to the pandemic. Low prices and dubious sources are often indicators of counterfeiting Stuttgart – Counterfeit products are not only illegal, they also endanger the health and safety of car drivers and other road users. This […] July 30, 2021 at 05:32AM

Premiere for five fully electric models Stuttgart/Munich.  At the IAA MOBILITY in Munich from 7 to 12 September, Mercedes-Benz is showcasing the full breadth of its current and future electric mobility line-up – from compact models to performance luxury saloon to multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs). The premium carmaker will use this show of strength across all […] July 30, 2021 at 05:32AM

Victory is standard: the Unimog from Mercedes-Benz Stuttgart/Munich – The readers of the specialist magazine “Off Road” voted the Unimog “Off-Road Vehicle of the Year” with 54.9 percent of the votes – that’s even a few more than last year. Thus the “Universal-Motorgerät” won first place in the special vehicles category for the 17th time […] July 30, 2021 at 05:32AM

The TotalEnergies 24 Hours of Spa got underway with a good first practice for Mercedes-AMG. In the 90-minute session, the teams with the Mercedes-AMG GT3 were able to run through their programme as planned in preparation for the season highlight. Four cars from Affalterbach ended up in the top ten. In the upcoming days, a […] July 30, 2021 at 05:32AM

For Volkswagen, one of the world’s leading automakers and a leader in the transition to the zero-emissions future of mobility, the transaction with Europcar, a major provider of mobility services including vehicle hire and car sharing, provides a compelling opportunity to create a leading mobility platform. The consortium aims to effect a successful transformation of […] July 29, 2021 at 07:48AM

By Eva Mathews, Nivedita Balu and Hyunjoo Jin (Reuters) – Tesla Inc showed signs this week of divergent strategies in the world’s two biggest automotive markets, raising prices to boost profit margins in the United States while keeping prices steady in China and hoping to grow sales there. Tesla raised prices for the most affordable […] July 29, 2021 at 07:44AM

Mahindra Thar 6×6 Crosland By Bozz Concepts Factory produced 6×6 off-roaders are still to make an entry in the Indian market By combining rugged styling, extreme off-road capabilities and creature comforts, Mahindra Thar has emerged a bestseller in its class. As it utilizes a body-on-frame (ladder-frame) chassis, the SUV has also emerged as a preferred […] July 29, 2021 at 07:11AM

Render image for reference. Credit – Rash Gear. Upcoming Bajaj Pulsar 250 will rival other quarter-litre offerings such as Suzuki Gixxer, Yamaha FZ25 and KTM 250 Duke Ever since the news of Pulsar getting a new iteration came out, the upcoming bike has been on the news in the automotive sector quite frequently. Test mules […] July 28, 2021 at 06:34PM

Tata Nexon EV launched in Nepal Tata Motors has launched the made in India Nexon Electric SUV in Nepal today – It is exported as a CBU India’s best selling electric car has just gone on sale in Nepal. Tata Motors has announced the launch of Nexon EV in Nepal via their Sipradi Trading Pvt. […] July 28, 2021 at 05:30PM

Image – Munaf Honda Activa is the highest-selling scooter in India which is offered in two configurations- 110cc and 125cc Honda Motorcycles & Scooters is currently the second highest seller in the two-wheeler segment in India. The company witnessed domestic sales of 2,12,453 units for the months of June this year. This figure is slightly […] July 28, 2021 at 05:12PM

Atum Electric Motorcycle Atum 1.0 electric motorcycle receives Design patent for riding posture and sufficient inbuilt storage Made in India electric motorcycle, Atum 1.0 has been given Design Patent. This has been made possible owing to tank shape with 14-litre storage capacity and its naked body structure. Riding postures include standard, sport, and cruiser. The […] July 28, 2021 at 03:44PM

Pure EV Electric Scooters This extended warranty policy covers key powertrain components that include battery, motor and controller for EPluto and Etrance+ High and Low speed scooters Hyderabad-based Pure EV has revised its warranty policy which is said to be first of its kind in the EV sector. Extended Warranty Policy is being offered with […] July 28, 2021 at 02:41PM

New Hyundai Custo MPV Hyundai is expected to offer the Custo MPV in both six- and seven-seat configurations Hyundai has teased its upcoming Custo MPV ahead of its much anticipated global debut. While the teaser image shares only a partial sight of the upcoming mini-van, we have got hold of a set of spy shots […] July 28, 2021 at 01:58PM

Ola Electric Scooter Ola factory will be the largest, fully integrated, two wheeler plant, to initially have annual production capacity of 2 million units On July 15, 2021, Ola Electric Mobility opened bookings for its new Ola Scooter. The company claims to have received over 1 lakh pre-bookings in a matter of 24 hours, making […] July 28, 2021 at 11:56AM

TOKYO — Nissan reported a 114.5 billion yen ($1 billion) profit for the April-June quarter as its sales and profitability improved, especially in the U.S. market. The Japanese automaker says it expects to return to profit for the fiscal year through March 2022, with a 60 billion yen ($545 million) profit. It had previously expected […] July 29, 2021 at 07:33AM

Land Rover is gradually injecting more performance into the second-generation Defender range. It recently added a supercharged, 5.0-liter V8 engine to the line-up, and in-house tuner Bowler Motors unveiled a competition-prepared Defender 90 it developed to race in a revamped one-make rally series that will take place in the United Kingdom. Bowler channeled over 35 […] July 29, 2021 at 07:22AM

Land Rover brought the Defender into the modern era when it released the second-generation model for 2020, and the updates will allow it to launch a factory-built high-performance variant for the first time. The short- and long-wheelbase versions of the popular off-roader will reportedly receive a 600-plus-horsepower V8 in the near future. Aimed at the […] July 29, 2021 at 07:22AM

Ford Motor Co. overcame a critical parts shortage and managed to post a surprise profit in the second quarter, thanks to surging prices on models that have become harder to find on dealer lots. The automaker on Wednesday also raised its full-year forecast for adjusted earnings to a range of $9 billion to $10 billion […] July 29, 2021 at 07:03AM

The 2022 Ford Expedition is expected to get a facelift and probably a number of major updates such as a new interior. On top of that, the range should be expanding. We’ve seen prototypes of an off-road-oriented Timberline, and these new spy photos seem to show a performance-oriented ST variant. The evidence for this being […] July 29, 2021 at 07:03AM

The custom van craze of the 1970s is long gone, but for some, its influence lingers. That’s certainly the case for the owner of this 2021 Ford Transit Connect, who had his humble modern van tricked out ’70s-style. Specifically, this Transit Connect borrows its multi-hued livery from the 1976–77 Ford Econoline Cruising Van (and the […] July 29, 2021 at 07:03AM

Ford has created a one-off Mustang Mach-E that honors a heroic group of women pilots in World War II. The car will be sold in a charity auction at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture fly-in in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) were a group of female airplane pilots who flew warplanes, […] July 29, 2021 at 07:03AM

It’s impossible to tell what will become of the Chevy Camaro and when, but the news is consistently unkind to the pony car. U.S. sales peaked at 88,249 units in 2011, fell to 29,775 in annus horribilis 2020, the chip shortage has kept sales pacing even lower so far this year, and the sixth-gen Z/28 […] July 29, 2021 at 06:49AM

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability is subject to change. No donation or payment necessary to enter or win this sweepstakes. See official rules on Omaze. The C8 Corvette was one of the most anticipated cars of the past decade, and it’s easy to see […] July 29, 2021 at 06:49AM

Pricing information for the updated 2022 Chevrolet Traverse has appeared online. Delayed by a model year due to the pandemic, the crossover is more expensive than its predecessor, but the numbers don’t tell the full story. Well-informed enthusiast website GM Authority published pricing details before Chevrolet. It learned the entry-level Traverse will carry a base […] July 29, 2021 at 06:49AM

Munich. In several European countries, MINI is supporting authentic entities and start-ups which are tackling today’s social challenges with their unusual ideas and demonstrating how a sustainable, socially responsible future can be shaped. The #MINI VOICES platform is created for personalities and initiatives that have the potential to change the world. Their presence on MINI’s […] July 29, 2021 at 06:02AM

Munich. On Saturday, 17 July 2021, the employees of 361° Health Company Biogena took delivery of their new fully electric MINI Cooper SE (power consumption combined: 17.6 – 15.2 kWh/100 km according to WLTP, 16.9 – 14.9 kWh/ 100 km according to NEDC). The Austrian family-owned company, which is known for the development, production and […] July 29, 2021 at 06:02AM

“Plan, build, and present a race track related to the following themes: the environment, sustainability, and skills for children and teenagers.” This was the assignment given to trainees by the head of training in November 2019 for a project at the State Garden Show in Ingolstadt. From the very beginning, the entire project – from […] July 28, 2021 at 05:30AM

Mahindra Scorpio Mountaineer is an officially customized version of the SUV with head-turning looks and impressive stance. At present, the brand is offering customization options on almost every stock car and the Mountaineer can be had on both 4×2 and 4×4 variants of the Scorpio. The increased ability and powerful presence of the car can […] July 28, 2021 at 07:52AM

Yamaha FZ Modified to Look Like a Yamaha RX100: The first-gen Yamaha FZ you see here has been modified by ‘Gear Gear Motorcycles’ and the modifier has turned the FZ into a slimmer machine that looks pretty similar to the legendary RX 100. The Yamaha FZ was completely stripped down to get the idea of placing custom […] July 28, 2021 at 07:52AM

The Tesla Model S Plaid appears to have had a few teething issues, with expectant purchasers on social media last week mentioning a few days of paused deliveries. Spy photographers doing their good work at the Nürburgring spotted a production version of the sedan at the track, having no trouble at all husting around. The […] July 28, 2021 at 07:42AM

As we reported yesterday, Tesla posted a bigger second-quarter profit than expected as it raised vehicle prices and cut costs. In fact, the automaker earned $1.1 billion (or $1.02 per share), in the April-June period — more than 10 times its profit at the same time last year — while revenue nearly doubled from last […] July 28, 2021 at 07:42AM

New Skoda Mid-Size Sedan On Test In India. Could Replace Rapid. Image – Ishan Kulkarni With Rapid’s future uncertain, Skoda has decided to skip the launch of a CNG version of the sedan With petrol prices touching new high in India, many OEMs are planning to launch CNG variants of their existing models. Skoda too […] July 28, 2021 at 07:30AM

File photo. Revolt will launch a new entry-level electric motorcycle in India named RV1 which will replace the current RV300 Electric mobility has received a renewed impetus in the Indian automobile industry this year. Many new manufacturers are geared up to introduce battery-powered vehicles which will pave the way for future mobility solutions in the […] July 27, 2021 at 06:45PM

A video of hit and run on the national highway has gone viral on social media. The accident took place on the Selem-Coimbatore highway. A speeding car which was being driven recklessly, stabbed into a two-wheeler throwing a rider into air and drove past without stopping. The riders were seriously injured in the accident. The […] July 27, 2021 at 04:52PM

Automatic transmission is way more convenient and easy to drive, however, if not done right, can cost you a huge maintenance. There are a few things that you can do to protect it from failure and extend the life of your automatic transmission. Never drive without warming the engine It is advisable to allow your […] July 27, 2021 at 04:50PM

Gogoro Electric Scooter. Hero MotoCorp has partnered with Gogoro. Hero MotoCorp has been also been developing EV models independently at its R&D centres in Rajasthan in India and at Stephanskirchen in Germany We already know that Hero MotCorp, headed by Pawan Munjal, plans on heavily investing in the electric vehicle space in the near future. […] July 27, 2021 at 04:49PM

The old Land Rover Defender is one of those vehicles I’ve occasionally seen on the trail, but never laid hands on. As time has passed, values have shot so far up into the stratosphere that most have become pampered driveway decorations. My neighbor two streets over has a 1990s Defender 90 2-door like that, and […] July 28, 2021 at 07:22AM

Passenger cars and light-duty trucks have begun their pivot to EV technology, but for commercial trucks, it’s possible that the move away from fossil fuels will be toward hydrogen power instead, due to its greater range and shorter refueling time. Hyundai already has a fleet of 46 fuel-cell trucks on the road in Switzerland, and […] July 28, 2021 at 07:18AM

Cheap economy cars aren’t often preserved for posterity, but this 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier sedan is certainly an exception. It’s clean, (nearly) pristine and shows just 18,000 miles. it’s up for auction right now on eBay Motors,, too. The Cavalier nameplate had made its debut back in 1982, one of GM’s J-car family of front-wheel-drive subcompacts. […] July 28, 2021 at 06:48AM

Despite showing what the 2022 Toyota Tundra will look like, Toyota is continuing to trickle out teasers of the pickup truck. And for once, we have a fairly helpful teaser. Not only does it give us more of a look at the new truck’s interior, but it shows a couple of nice feature upgrades over […] July 28, 2021 at 06:17AM

A report commissioned by Lexus and developed in partnership with leading global trends forecaster WGSN has taken a comprehensive look at the world as it opens up post-pandemic, shedding light on the trends and behaviours we’ve all found ourselves conforming to over the past 18 months and the shifting priorities felt across the generations. Following […] July 28, 2021 at 06:13AM

You might expect to see clouds of blue smoke emanating from the tailpipe of a broken-down hooptie, but surprisingly, excessive oil consumption is also an issue with some late-model vehicles from several different manufacturers. This is according to Consumer Reports, whose reliability surveys identified the issue in 12 different engines for the model years 2010 […] July 28, 2021 at 06:07AM

Munich. Sights set on overall victory, whilst looking ahead to the future: BMW M Motorsport is focussing on two main sporting priorities at the highlight of this season’s FANATEC GT World Challenge Europe, the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (BEL). In the race, Walkenhorst Motorsport, armed with the BMW M6 GT3 and a host of BMW […] July 28, 2021 at 06:03AM

Munich, 27 July 2021 – More than 2,000 young professionals from over 190 countries came together over the weekend both physically and virtually at the One Young World (OYW) Summit to discuss global social challenges and opportunities for sustainable business, with the goal of working together to find solutions. The theme of this year’s summit […] July 28, 2021 at 06:03AM

Sant’Agata Bolognese / Marina di Carrara, July 27, 2021 – The first Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63, the latest-generation motoryacht built with the combined know-how of Automobili Lamborghini and Tecnomar, The Italian Sea Group brand, was delivered to its owner a few days ago. Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 draws inspiration from the design, colors and details […] July 27, 2021 at 01:30PM

Formula One travels to Hungary for Round 11 of the 2021 Formula One season, the last race before F1’s summer break.   Toto Talks Hungary Video Feature: F1 Car Development Featured: How Do Teams Develop an F1 Car? Stat Attack: Hungary and Beyond Toto Talks Hungary Everyone has their own opinion on the events of […] July 28, 2021 at 05:33AM

Stuttgart/London.  Vehicle data can save lives and now Mercedes-Benz is taking the next decisive step: as one of the first European cities, London is exploring how data from vehicles, starting with data from the Mercedes-Benz driver assistance systems, could make the city’s streets safer for everyone, in particular for people walking and cycling. Together with […] July 28, 2021 at 05:33AM

DICV begins free vaccination for truck drivers at their on-site vaccination centre in the Oragadam Plant DICV has rolled out over 100 initiatives to combat the spread of COVID-19, along with a comprehensive support program for employees’ dependents All eligible employees entering DICV premises now vaccinated with at least one dose, over 3000 externals (suppliers, […] July 28, 2021 at 05:33AM

Sir Lewis Hamilton and the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team are delighted to announce the launch of Ignite, a joint charitable initiative with the mission of supporting greater diversity and inclusion within motorsport. Building on the recommendations of The Hamilton Commission, and as part of our shared vision for developing our industry and our team to […] July 28, 2021 at 05:33AM

The tests are focusing on the safety, performance and durability of the vehicle Refuse collection operations are an ideal application: The range of the 27-ton vehicle covers the vast majority of the typical vehicle refuse collection routes without charging en route The eEconic benefits from Daimler Trucks’ global platform strategy — the vehicle architecture is […] July 28, 2021 at 05:33AM

New MG One SUV MG Motor’s next big-ticket launch in India is expected to be an IC engine version of ZS EV tentatively titled Astor MG Motor has partially unveiled its upcoming crossover SUV named MG One ahead of its global debut in China. The world premiere of the car will take place on July […] July 26, 2021 at 06:48PM

Image – Sinha Suzuki Sales growth was reported across both domestic and exports – Suzuki Access being the best seller in India Total domestic sales increased 97.61 percent YoY to 40,474 units, up from 20,482 units sold in June 2020. Suzuki Access scooter was the most sold model in the company lineup in June 2021. […] July 26, 2021 at 04:51PM

Image for reference. Credit – Stalin K Raju Bajaj’s EV subsidiary will aim at improved efficiencies and better competencies against rivals At a time when EV space is undergoing rapid transformation, OEMs need to think and act proactively to stay ahead in the game. With that in mind, Bajaj Auto has decided to setup a […] July 26, 2021 at 03:14PM

2021 Piaggio Ape HT Range The new HT range of Ape Auto is powered by a first-of-its-kind 300cc BSVI petrol and CNG engines Italian brand Piaggio has been present in the Indian automotive industry for more than two decades in the small commercial vehicle space. The company has now launched its new range of Ape […] July 26, 2021 at 01:35PM

Honda Activa with Starya EV Conversion Kit With initial funding of Rs 2.1 crore, the startup will soon commence production of its innovative conversion kit In a development that can accelerate the transition to a fully-electric ecosystem, Starya Mobility claims that they have come up with India’s first electric propulsion kit for scooters. The kit […] July 26, 2021 at 12:51PM

Image for reference Domino’s to procure Revolt RV300 motorcycles to increase its electric delivery fleet Domino’s will work with Revolt Motors to to introduce a larger number of electric bikes in its delivery fleet. Through the partnership, Domino’s will procure the entire existing inventory of Revolt’s RV300 bike model. The development comes on the back […] July 26, 2021 at 09:47AM

When Formula One driver Sergio Perez won the Sakhir Grand Prix near the end of the 2020 season, he became the first Mexican driver to win an F1 race since Pedro Rodriguez won the 1970 Belgian Grand Prix. Rodriguez was known for his prowess in endurance racing as opposed to F1, though, snagging victories and […] July 27, 2021 at 07:37AM

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson is a sharp, ground-up redesign of an already-competent and well-executed (though perhaps somewhat mundane) vehicle that helped establish Hyundai’s foothold in the compact SUV segment. This roomy, high-tech SUV offers competitive space and new electrified powertrains including a plug-in hybrid with 32 miles of all-EV range. While the undersized previous-generation Tucson […] July 27, 2021 at 07:17AM

General Motors and Honda have tightened the screw on lease returns to ensure their franchised dealers have an adequate supply of used cars to sell in a period marked by shortages and skyrocketing prices. Both firms made it significantly more difficult for someone leasing a car to return it to a dealership that represents another […] July 27, 2021 at 06:47AM

Buick’s updated Enclave crossover will go on sale later in 2021 with a revised design and a longer list of standard features. When it lands, it will reportedly be offered with a dealer-installed blacked-out appearance package. Enthusiast website GM Authority learned the optional Black Accent package will consist of black mesh inserts in the grille […] July 27, 2021 at 06:43AM

Lamborghini’s cars keep finding their way off the boulevards and into the barrens. Officially, Lamborghini whipped out the rally-happy Huracan Sterrato concept in 2019, preceded by the Gallardo Parcour concept in 2013. Unofficially, an unnamed builder sold their off-road Gallardo complete with light bars and rear-mounted spare in 2019, the same year Alex Choi showed […] July 27, 2021 at 06:24AM

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. No donation or payment is necessary to enter or win this sweepstakes. See official rules on Omaze. 641 horsepower. 0–60 in just over 3 seconds. A top speed of 190 miles per hour. All of […] July 27, 2021 at 06:24AM

Two Tom Hanks vehicles are headed to auction at Bonhams during Monterey Car Week this August. The big get is a 1992 Airstream Model 34 Limited Excella travel trailer that Hanks used while shooting movies for decades. The secondary (but also exciting) offer is a 1980 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser that Hanks had specially built […] July 27, 2021 at 06:17AM

Lexus is the Official Car of the Venice International Film Festival – La Biennale di Venezia 2021 Spotlight on the all-new NX mid-size luxury SUV, which will make its Italian national debut at the festival The NX and other Lexus premium hybrid electric models to appear with celebrities at red-carpet events Actor and Lexus Brand […] July 27, 2021 at 06:14AM