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Jacob Oliva

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Lifestyle Storyteller Overland Mode 4x4 camper vans are adventure-ready

Storyteller Overland Mode 4x4 camper vans are adventure-ready

It features an industry-first lithium-ion battery that allows accessory usage without the need to be plugged in.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 18, 2019
07:23 Races and Chases Hot hatch race: Focus RS vs AMG A35, BMW M140i, Golf R, Audi S3

Hot hatch race: Focus RS vs AMG A35, BMW M140i, Golf R, Audi S3

It's American versus European hot hatches. Which one would you place your bet on?
By Jacob Oliva Mar 18, 2019
Lists In pictures: 30 years of the Mazda MX-5

In pictures: 30 years of the Mazda MX-5

Let's take a trip down the memory lane to celebrate the world's best-selling roadster.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 18, 2019
Aftermarket / Tuning This VW Beetle is not your typical custom build

This VW Beetle is not your typical custom build

With a turbocharged Subaru engine at the rear, this Beetle is ready to roll.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 18, 2019
Classics For the love of the Z: watch Datsun 240Z get modernized design

For the love of the Z: watch Datsun 240Z get modernized design

Are you digging this modern take on the Z car?
By Jacob Oliva Mar 17, 2019
Official Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo confirmed for 2020 launch

Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo confirmed for 2020 launch

While the Taycan debuts this September, its crossover derivative will follow next year.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 17, 2019
Manufacturing / Production Lotus announces new car for 2020 launch

Lotus announces new car for 2020 launch

The new Lotus Cars CEO also confirmed that all future models will eventually be electrified.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 17, 2019
08:30 Races and Chases Redemption time in Aventador S vs Tesla Model S drag race

Redemption time in Aventador S vs Tesla Model S drag race

Can the Model S redeem the defeat of the Model X against the Aventador S on the drag strip?
By Jacob Oliva Mar 15, 2019
Manufacturing / Production Touareg is the last Volkswagen to get a V8 diesel engine

Touareg is the last Volkswagen to get a V8 diesel engine

VW marketing chief sees it as a collector's car.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 11, 2019
05:13 Design BMW 7 Series facelift designer explains the giant grille

BMW 7 Series facelift designer explains the giant grille

Turns out, the massive grille serves a purpose other than being controversial.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 11, 2019
Races and Chases Peugeot disappointed by VW’s Pikes Peak record

Peugeot disappointed by VW’s Pikes Peak record

The French said it could take as much as 15 seconds off from the current record.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 10, 2019
Design Ferrari explains why the F8 Tributo isn’t all that new

Ferrari explains why the F8 Tributo isn’t all that new

The good news is, we don't have to wait for long for the hybrid model.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 10, 2019
Design Save the planet, bid for this BMW i8 art car

Save the planet, bid for this BMW i8 art car

The one-of-a-kind roadster will be auctioned to support the “The Ocean Cleanup" project.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 04, 2019
Aftermarket / Tuning AC Schnitzer BMW X4 gets more oomph, dresses in black

AC Schnitzer BMW X4 gets more oomph, dresses in black

That carbon fibre wing at the rear deserves some attention.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 04, 2019
10:35 Geneva Motor Show Almas by Mole detailed on video before Geneva debut

Almas by Mole detailed on video before Geneva debut

See this new, built from the ground up Italian exotic before its public debut this week.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 04, 2019
14:50 Supercars Long live the Zonda: here’s the Pagani Fantasma Evo

Long live the Zonda: here’s the Pagani Fantasma Evo

Hear the story of the one-off "ghost" Zonda straight from the owner.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 03, 2019
Official You can now buy a used Lamborghini straight from the company

You can now buy a used Lamborghini straight from the company

The program assures that the pre-loved Lambos went through a rigid inspection process.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 03, 2019
Manufacturing / Production A two-door coupe will always be part of Jaguar's line-up

A two-door coupe will always be part of Jaguar's line-up

The British marque's design honcho promises that the brand will not drop its sports cars.
By Jacob Oliva Mar 03, 2019
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