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Audi TT RS Iconic Edition is five-pot finale for sports coupe
The third-generation Audi TT is to exit with the highly exclusive RS Iconic Edition, landing next year during the final months of production. It arrives at the same time as the Audi R8 RWD GT – a 612bhp swansong for the TT’s V10-engined sibling, which will also bow out in 2023. It is marked out from the… Continue reading Audi TT RS Iconic Edition is five-pot finale for sports coupe
New Audi R8 RWD GT is final outing for legendary V10 supercar
Plus, there’s a new seven-stage rear traction control system that can be adjusted for the desired compromise between accuracy and flamboyance. The so-called ‘Torque Rear Drive’ mode’ appears for the first time on the new GT, allowing for a “little slippage” in setting one and “a lot of slippage” in position seven. It also distributes… Continue reading New Audi R8 RWD GT is final outing for legendary V10 supercar
New 2024 Mini Aceman gears up to rival Kia Niro EV
Mini is primed to launch the Aceman – its first new model name in 10 years – as a small electric crossover to fill the gap between the flagship Mini hatchback and Mini Countryman SUV. Due on sale in 2024, the Mini Aceman is a clean-sheet design and the first in a series of EVs… Continue reading New 2024 Mini Aceman gears up to rival Kia Niro EV
Own an Audi Q4 e-tron? We need you…
The Audi Q4 e-tron – available as an SUV or a Sportback – sits at the heart of Audi’s fast-growing line-up of all-electric models, with our Autocar road test team praising it for its family-friendly space, its impressive range and its refined driving character. When it comes to finding out what a car is really like… Continue reading Own an Audi Q4 e-tron? We need you…
Opinion: Reborn Granturismo gives Maserati new cachet
Becoming part of a huge intercontinental conglomerate was, by and large, fantastic news for the 14 brands that huddled together under the Stellantis umbrella upon its formation in 2020. Production synergies, component sharing, R&D collaboration, inter-car connectivity – all are now possible on a much wider scale for each, and no doubt transformative in terms… Continue reading Opinion: Reborn Granturismo gives Maserati new cachet
Maserati Grancabrio due next year as first drop-top EV GT
Maserati is primed to bring back the Grancabrio nameplate next year for an open-roof version of its reborn Granturismo, revealed today. Set to share the coupé’s EV and pair of V6 powertrain options, the revitalised Maserati Grancabrio will also feature nearly-identical technical specifications across the board, said Maserati. That means a choice of two six-cylinder options (with 489bhp or… Continue reading Maserati Grancabrio due next year as first drop-top EV GT
New 2023 Maserati Granturismo arrives with V6 and 745bhp EV
The firm’s goal is to have a “completed” electric range by 2025, including an electric version of the Maserati MC20 flagship supercar. However, Capaldi told Autocar that Maserati was not yet ready to ditch combustion completely for the Granturismo, which he called the “pillar of the brand”, hence the launch of the petrol version fitted… Continue reading New 2023 Maserati Granturismo arrives with V6 and 745bhp EV
Kia Soul EV gains new short-range model for 2023
The Kia Soul EV has received a revised line-up for the 2023 model year, with a new specification level and a smaller battery marking the new entry point to the range. Available to order now with deliveries starting in the final quarter of 2022, the new Soul is available with two powertrain options both with their… Continue reading Kia Soul EV gains new short-range model for 2023
Greatest road tests ever: TVR Sagaris
Tested 24.5.05 Early in Russian Nikolai Smolenski’s stewardship, things were looking up at TVR as the rocketship Sagaris tackled its predecessors’ failings head on. The Sagaris oozed road presence thanks to its stunning looks. TVR’s front-mounted aluminium straight six was upgraded with the help of aluminium pistons and an ECU remap. All-round double wishbones had… Continue reading Greatest road tests ever: TVR Sagaris