Bugatti W16 Mistral Sets New Open-Top Speed Record at 453.91km/h
Bugatti has once again etched its name into the automotive history books with the W16 Mistral World Record Car setting a new top-speed world record for an open-top vehicle at 453.91 km/h. The achievement, realised at the world-class ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg GmbH facility, underscores Bugatti’s relentless pursuit of innovation and engineering excellence. A Legacy […]
Porsche Marks the End of 911 Dakar Production with Bespoke Sonderwunsch Edition
Porsche has celebrated the conclusion of its 911 Dakar production run by delivering a bespoke Sonderwunsch edition to an Italian sports car collector. The ceremony took place at the Porsche Museum, where the final unit of the 2,500 limited-production series was handed over, marking the end of the line for this distinctive off-road-capable sports car. […]
Neta Facing Financial Instability
Neta, an electric vehicle (EV) brand under Hozon Auto, appears to be facing mounting challenges, as reported by Chinese media and Electrive. These difficulties span from declining sales to halted production, financial instability, and reduced social media activity by the company’s leadership. Key Issues Highlighted: Declining Sales Figures: October deliveries are estimated at only 4,500 […]
Tesla’s Safety Design Questioned Following Toronto Crash That Killed Four
The tragic crash of a Tesla Model Y in Toronto in October has raised serious concerns about the accessibility and usability of the car’s electronic door handles during emergencies. The fiery accident claimed the lives of four individuals: Neelraj Gohil (25), his sister Ketaba Gohil (29), Jay Sisodiya, and Digvijay Patel, leaving a sole survivor, […]
Hyundai Acknowledges Touchscreen Woes, Brings Back Physical Controls
Hyundai’s recent acknowledgement of the challenges with touchscreens in vehicles highlights a growing trend that some are calling the “Tesla Effect.” Following in Tesla’s footsteps, many automakers have phased out traditional physical controls for digital interfaces on touchscreens, aiming to create sleek, tech-centric cabins. However, Hyundai has found that American buyers aren’t entirely on board […]
Nissan Sells A Significant Portion Of Its Shares To Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi announced plans to repurchase a substantial portion of its shares from Nissan, with an order placed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange to buy up to 149,028,300 shares at approximately $3.01 per share. This buyback will reduce Nissan’s current stake in Mitsubishi from 34.07% to 24.05%, effectively altering Nissan’s influence in the company. Despite the […]
Audi Expands in China: New SAIC Partnership to Launch Premium AUDI EV Models
Audi, the first premium car brand in China since 1988, is deepening its footprint with a new joint venture with SAIC to launch the AUDI brand. This collaboration, embodying Audi’s renowned “Vorsprung durch Technik” approach, is set to deliver three electric production models from mid-2025. Targeted at China’s unique, tech-savvy, and younger premium market, these […]
Nissan and Mitsubishi Join Forces on Autonomous Driving and Energy Storage Solutions
Nissan Motor and Mitsubishi are joining forces to launch a new joint venture focused on services for self-driving and electric vehicles (EVs), slated for establishment by the close of fiscal 2024. Their primary objectives include offering Level 4 autonomous driving services — allowing vehicles to operate independently under specific conditions — and integrating EV batteries […]
You Can Now Own the Batmobile from the Dark Knight Trilogy for Three Million Dollars
Wayne Enterprises has joined forces with Action Vehicle Engineering to create a limited series of 10 Batmobile Tumblers, meticulously crafted replicas of the model featured in Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy. These life-sized, fully drivable Tumblers—while not street-legal—are officially sanctioned by Warner Bros., offering a chance for select enthusiasts to own a piece of Batman’s […]
Jaguar Ends New Car Sales in the UK Ahead of Electric-Only Future
Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) ambitious “Reimagine” strategy, announced nearly four years ago, is fast approaching a major milestone: transforming Jaguar into an all-electric luxury brand by 2025. While the company has not yet unveiled any new electric models, the transition away from combustion engines is in full swing. As of this November, Jaguar has officially […]