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By Brian Potter

Toyota GR Prius renderings imagine a performance hybrid that won't exist

Toyota offers GR Sport variations in Japan, but a full-fat GR Prius is extremely unlikely.

01 December 2022

By Brian Potter

Skoda plans to launch three completely new EVs by 2026

The Czech Volkswagen subsidiary hopes that it will sell 70 percent electric vehicles in Europe by 2030.

01 December 2022

By Brian Potter

Honda launching CR-V-based hydrogen fuel cell plug-in EV in 2024

The automaker will build it at its Performance Manufacturing Center in Ohio.

01 December 2022

By Brian Potter

2023 Opel/Vauxhall Astra E spotted being benchmarked against Volkswagen ID.3

The two vehicles were spotted parked alongside in Germany just as the electric Astra made its official debut.

01 December 2022

By Brian Potter

Refreshed Porsche 911 spied lapping the Nurburgring on video

The driver is pushing the upgraded 911 hard around the track.

01 December 2022

By Brian Potter

Audi A6 E-Tron rendered accurately after the new spy photos

Ingolstadt's electric saloon is slowly taking shape.

01 December 2022

News

Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept returns in new images, first specs released

Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept returns in new images, first specs released

It's nearly as long as a RAV4.

By Brian Potter 1m ago

Toyota C-HR Prologue previews full redesign, plug-in hybrid power

Toyota C-HR Prologue previews full redesign, plug-in hybrid power

The second-generation model will get a whole new look and a charging port.

By Brian Potter 5m ago

New Lancia Ypsilon rendered as crossover with radical design

New Lancia Ypsilon rendered as crossover with radical design

It will share its underpinnings with the Jeep Avenger and Peugeot 2008.

By Brian Potter 12m ago

09:18 Races and Chases

Corvette Z06, Porsche 911 GT3, Audi R8 V10, and Ducati V4 SP2 drag race

Corvette Z06, Porsche 911 GT3, Audi R8 V10, and Ducati V4 SP2 drag race

Which naturally aspirated vehicle is the quickest?

By Brian Potter 17m ago

BMW M boss says there is room in the lineup for an M4 CS

BMW M boss says there is room in the lineup for an M4 CS

It would bridge the gap between the M4 Competition and M4 CSL.

By Brian Potter 28m ago

F1 can’t "hide away" from social issues in Middle East countries, says Wolff

F1 can’t "hide away" from social issues in Middle East countries, says Wolff

Toto Wolff believes the sport can help bring positive change.

By Luke Smith 32m ago

Corporate / Financial

Borgward brand dies again, declared bankrupt

The Chinese company with a German name succumbs after incurring huge losses.

By Brian Potter 40m ago

Lego Speed Champions to add R34 Nissan Skyline from "2 Fast 2 Furious"

Lego Speed Champions to add R34 Nissan Skyline from "2 Fast 2 Furious"

It will arrive in right-hand-drive configuration and with a Paul Walker Minifigure.

By Brian Potter 57m ago

Verstappen wins Autosport’s International Racing Driver of the Year

Verstappen wins Autosport’s International Racing Driver of the Year

Following a fan vote

By Kevin Turner 1h ago

Corporate / Financial

Mate Rimac says Bugatti joint venture is profitable "beyond expectations"

Mate Rimac says Bugatti joint venture is profitable "beyond expectations"

The partnership between the two hypercar brands was announced back in July 2021.

By Brian Potter 1h ago

Commercial Vehicles

Tesla launches 1,000-volt powertrain: Semi is first but not the last

Tesla launches 1,000-volt powertrain: Semi is first but not the last

It's for efficiency and higher charging power.

By Brian Potter 1h ago

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door spied hiding its subtle styling tweaks

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door spied hiding its subtle styling tweaks

It could debut in the second half of 2023.

By Brian Potter 1h ago

Russell picks up Autosport’s Moment of the Year Award

Russell picks up Autosport’s Moment of the Year Award

George Russell’s first Formula 1 victory has won the 2022 Moment of the Year Award presented by Bang & Olufsen.

By Kevin Turner 1h ago

18:42 Aftermarket / Tuning

UK: This Fiat 500 opened wide for a Hayabusa engine transplant

UK: This Fiat 500 opened wide for a Hayabusa engine transplant

On this episode of “where will a Hayabusa engine go next,” we have a Fiat 500.

By Brian Potter 1h ago

13:43 Races and Chases

UK: Kia EV6 GT vs Aventador SVJ drag race ends with a surprising result

UK: Kia EV6 GT vs Aventador SVJ drag race ends with a surprising result

Can a humble Kia EV really match a Lamborghini in a straight-line contest?

By Brian Potter 1h ago

Armormax reveals bulletproof Jaguar I-Pace

Armormax reveals bulletproof Jaguar I-Pace

The armoured Jaguar EV is the first of its kind.

By Brian Potter 1h ago

Hamilton wins Autosport’s British Competition Driver of the Year Award

Hamilton wins Autosport’s British Competition Driver of the Year Award

Mercedes Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton is the winner of Autosport’s 2022 British Competition Driver of the Year Award.

By Kevin Turner 2h ago

Avon Tyres to close its last UK factory in Melksham

Avon Tyres to close its last UK factory in Melksham

Cooper Tires is closing its last UK location citing challenges in the current business environment.

By Brian Potter 2h ago

Corporate / Financial

McLaren sells historic cars to secure funding for Artura upgrades

McLaren sells historic cars to secure funding for Artura upgrades

It still isn't enough as the company's still in talks with shareholders for recapitalisation.

By Brian Potter 2h ago

Is this the Tesla Model 3 refresh with its front and rear under camouflage?

Is this the Tesla Model 3 refresh with its front and rear under camouflage?

Not only the camouflage would suggest that it is indeed a test prototype, but also the manufacturer plates.

By Andrei Nedelea 14h ago

02:30 Races and Chases

2023 Mercedes-AMG E63 S estate blasts down The Autobahn at 188 mph

2023 Mercedes-AMG E63 S estate blasts down The Autobahn at 188 mph

The V8 growl sounds great.

By Anthony Alaniz 15h ago

1968 Corvette 427 barn find was hiding from the cops for 40 years

1968 Corvette 427 barn find was hiding from the cops for 40 years

The big block 'Vette is in bad shape but it will be restored back to its former notoriety.

By Jacob Oliva 17h ago

Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge EVs get upcoming range boost

Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge EVs get upcoming range boost

Some models also get more power, and all versions get a higher price tag.

By Steven Loveday 18h ago

Purple Bentley Batur begins testing on public roads in Europe

Purple Bentley Batur begins testing on public roads in Europe

This pre-production car is in the shade Purple Sector with dark trim.

By Chris Bruce 19h ago

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