Tested 28.6.89 Seven years after the Starion coupé’s launch, Mitsubishi took the unusual step of replacing its 2.0-litre turbo with an engine pinched from a 4×4. The updated Starion’s engine was derived from the Mitsubishi Shogun’s 2.6-litre powerplant and used an iron block and a single-cam alloy head with three valves per cylinder. A 24bhp… Continue reading Greatest road tests ever: Mitsubishi Starion 2.6 Turbo
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Under the skin: Sustainable tyres pass a new milestone
Some aspects of making cars more sustainable are taking much longer than others, but one that appears to be making quicker progress is the tyre. Goodyear has announced a demonstration tyre made from 90% sustainable materials that meets all the necessary regulations and has passed its own internal tests for performance and safety. The tyre isn’t… Continue reading Under the skin: Sustainable tyres pass a new milestone
Editor’s letter: Jeep Avenger kick starts brand’s European comeback
The Jeep Avenger’s crowning as the 2023 Car of the Year must count as one of the industry’s most unlikely success stories. Back in the autumn when it was revealed, the Avenger, designed, engineered and built in Europe, was billed as the Jeep that showed the famous US 4×4 brand was finally taking Europe seriously,… Continue reading Editor’s letter: Jeep Avenger kick starts brand’s European comeback
Safety standards to heavily restrict Alpine A110 sales from 2024
The European Union’s new ‘General Safety Regulations 2’ homologation rules are set to hurt the commercial success of the critically acclaimed Alpine A110 sports car. The rules mandate the integration of certain cameras and sensors that enable active safety systems to be fitted on all new models introduced now, and on existing cars from July… Continue reading Safety standards to heavily restrict Alpine A110 sales from 2024
New 2024 Audi A8 will be “very close” to Grandsphere concept
The next-generation Audi A8 will go up against the Mercedes-Benz EQS with a high-performance EV powertrain and a radical new look heavily based on 2021’s show-stopping Grandsphere concept. The new A8 will serve as the flagship for a wave of boldly designed bespoke EVs atop Audi’s new PPE electric car platform, co-developed with Porsche. The first… Continue reading New 2024 Audi A8 will be “very close” to Grandsphere concept
New 2023 Zeekr 003: VW ID 3 rival tests ahead of Europe launch
Zeekr has previewed its third model: a high-riding compact crossover which insiders at the Hangzhou-based company suggest will receive the 003 name when production kicks off later this year. A linchpin in Zeekr’s plans to double its annual sales to 140,000 units in 2023, the new five-door model is planned to be introduced to selected European markets… Continue reading New 2023 Zeekr 003: VW ID 3 rival tests ahead of Europe launch
Toyota, Lexus vehicles you can find on dealer lots right now
Toyota Motor North America briefly snagged the U.S. sales crown from General Motors for 2021 after the shortage of semiconductor chips severely hampered GM’s ability to build enough new vehicles to meet demand last year. The chip shortage persisted through 2021, but GM has managed to boost its sales and retain its U.S. leadership spot at… Continue reading Toyota, Lexus vehicles you can find on dealer lots right now
Car buyers love EVs but hate the prices. That’s bad for green-energy hopes
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Omega Seiki to invest Rs 800 crore in EV powertrain and battery plants
Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM), a part of the Anglian Omega Group, today announced a joint venture with iM3NY, a leading battery technology player in the US, for battery cell technology and also a plan to manufacture e-powertrain parts and batteries in India. Founded by a group of companies including C4V, Magnis Energy Technology and others, and led by ex-Tesla… Continue reading Omega Seiki to invest Rs 800 crore in EV powertrain and battery plants
Omega Seiki to invest Rs 800 crore in EV powertrain and battery plants
Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM), a part of the Anglian Omega Group, today announced a joint venture with iM3NY, a leading battery technology player in the US, for battery cell technology and also a plan to manufacture e-powertrain parts and batteries in India. Founded by a group of companies including C4V, Magnis Energy Technology and others, and led by ex-Tesla… Continue reading Omega Seiki to invest Rs 800 crore in EV powertrain and battery plants