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Classics Bugatti Baby II configurator lets you personalise mini-Type 35 at home

Bugatti Baby II configurator lets you personalise mini-Type 35 at home

You can choose from three versions: Base, Vitesse, and Pur Sang.
By Brian Potter 6h ago
Corporate / Financial Renault, Nissan on equal footing in announced major alliance overhaul

Renault, Nissan on equal footing in announced major alliance overhaul

The so-called "Alliance 2.0" will have high-value-creation projects in Latin America, India, and Europe.
By Brian Potter 31 January 2023
15:02 Races and Chases UK: Is BMW M3 saloon quicker than M3 Touring in a drag race?

UK: Is BMW M3 saloon quicker than M3 Touring in a drag race?

On paper, the four-door is a tenth of a second quicker, but is it the same on the tarmac?
By Brian Potter 31 January 2023
00:45 Crashes / Wrecks Driveway accident reminds us all of the importance of handbrakes

Driveway accident reminds us all of the importance of handbrakes

On the bright side, it appeared that only the truck and the garage door sustained damages.
By Brian Potter 30 January 2023
41:30 Lifestyle Brave couple aim to live off-grid in customised motorhomes through winter

Brave couple aim to live off-grid in customised motorhomes through winter

Three and a half months, two motorhomes, one goal – to stay off-grid through the cold and harsh Wisconsin winter.
By Brian Potter 30 January 2023
Renderings Lamborghini Aventador replacement rendered after leaked design patent

Lamborghini Aventador replacement rendered after leaked design patent

The unofficial renderings bring colour to the black-and-white sketches.
By Brian Potter 30 January 2023
24:05 Design Ferrari F40 receives deep detailing before fetching £1.73m at auction

Ferrari F40 receives deep detailing before fetching £1.73m at auction

The pressure was definitely on to bring this icon back to its former glory.
By Brian Potter 30 January 2023
11:12 Weird Lada with a clear distributor cap is an electrifying experience

Lada with a clear distributor cap is an electrifying experience

Our favourite Russian "scientists" are back at it again to answer questions nobody asked.
By Jacob Oliva 29 January 2023
08:51 Races and Chases Three-row BMW X7 M60i challenges Lamborghini Urus in a drag race

Three-row BMW X7 M60i challenges Lamborghini Urus in a drag race

Did BMW understate the power figures of the X7 M60i?
By Jacob Oliva 29 January 2023
08:01 Races and Chases Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio tries to hit top speed on Autobahn

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio tries to hit top speed on Autobahn

It sounded ferocious too with Akrapovic exhaust installed.
By Jacob Oliva 29 January 2023
Manufacturing / Production Audi coming out with more than 20 new cars by 2026

Audi coming out with more than 20 new cars by 2026

The German marque bolsters its most ambitious product plan, set to happen in less than three years.
By Jacob Oliva 28 January 2023
Supercars Bugatti Mistral Roadster photos from Tokyo are eye candy

Bugatti Mistral Roadster photos from Tokyo are eye candy

The black roadster provided a stark contrast against the vivid hues of Tokyo.
By Brian Potter 27 January 2023
Official Nurburgring getting £9.7m digital infrastructure upgrade for safety

Nurburgring getting £9.7m digital infrastructure upgrade for safety

It is one of the most comprehensive construction projects in the almost 100-year history of the Nurburgring.
By Brian Potter 26 January 2023
Autonomous Cars Volvo CEO argues truly autonomous cars are a long way off

Volvo CEO argues truly autonomous cars are a long way off

He's also quite convinced that the current definitions of autonomous driving as defined by the SAE are "nonsense."
By Brian Potter 25 January 2023
Design Asics debuts sneakers made using recycled airbags, steering wheels

Asics debuts sneakers made using recycled airbags, steering wheels

The "sustainable sneaker" project was made in collaboration with Toyoda Gosei, a member of the Toyota Group.
By Brian Potter 23 January 2023
05:17 Races and Chases Decade-old Aston Martin Vanquish nearly hits top speed on Autobahn

Decade-old Aston Martin Vanquish nearly hits top speed on Autobahn

The powerful naturally aspirated V12 roars as the Vanquish stretches its legs without speed limits.
By Brian Potter 23 January 2023
14:07 Races and Chases UK: Can Honda Civic Type R FL5 win against AWD hot hatches in drag race?

UK: Can Honda Civic Type R FL5 win against AWD hot hatches in drag race?

As the only FWD hot hatchback with a manual gearbox in this contest, the FL5 is at a huge disadvantage.
By Brian Potter 23 January 2023
Patents GM files patent for auto-dimming AR windscreen to reduce headlight glare

GM files patent for auto-dimming AR windscreen to reduce headlight glare

GM wants to enhance its customer's driving experience and improve safety through augmented reality.
By Jacob Oliva 22 January 2023
09:20 Classics Carbon fibre BMW 1602 is hand-sculpted by a surfboard shaper

Carbon fibre BMW 1602 is hand-sculpted by a surfboard shaper

Made by a Frenchman who originally moved to California to make surfboards.
By Jacob Oliva 22 January 2023
Official Porsche Das Treffen hosts vibrant old-meets-new gathering in Bangkok

Porsche Das Treffen hosts vibrant old-meets-new gathering in Bangkok

Das Treffen has grown exponentially to become the largest Porsche gathering in Southeast Asia.
By Jacob Oliva 22 January 2023
Teasers Audi Activesphere concept teased again, shows side profile before debut

Audi Activesphere concept teased again, shows side profile before debut

This could be the last teaser of the fourth and final Audi Sphere concept before its imminent debut.
By Jacob Oliva 22 January 2023
Video games Porsche, Recaro selling gaming chair that's limited to 911 units

Porsche, Recaro selling gaming chair that's limited to 911 units

The Porsche of gaming chairs guarantees "a perfect fit" but costs over £1,500.
By Brian Potter 18 January 2023
Official Special one-off Ferrari Roma celebrates brand's 30th year in China

Special one-off Ferrari Roma celebrates brand's 30th year in China

The Tailor Made Roma was inspired by traditional Chinese aesthetics and craftsmanship.
By Brian Potter 17 January 2023
Celebrity / Entertainment The Grand Tour ending as Clarkson faces backlash - report

The Grand Tour ending as Clarkson faces backlash - report

Amazon Prime Video is allegedly parting ways with the former Top Gear host following a recent controversy.
By Brian Potter 17 January 2023
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