Porsche has taken the new 911 GT3 RS to the Nurburgring, setting a time of 6:49.32 minutes. That means the naturally-aspirated, rear-wheel drive GT3 RS is the fifth fastest production car to lap the “Green Hell”, tucking in just behind the old GT2 RS. Conditions were apparently not ideal for the GT3 RS timed run,… Continue reading New Porsche 911 GT3 RS misses out on Nurburgring record
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New Maserati Ghibli and Levante FTributo special editions revealed
In 1958, racing driver Maria Teresa De Filippis became the first woman to qualify for a Formula 1 race at the wheel of a Maserati 250F. This year, to commemorate her trailblazing talent, Maserati is releasing special edition versions of its Ghibli sports saloon and Levante SUV. Each wears the “FTributo” badge, and features unique… Continue reading New Maserati Ghibli and Levante FTributo special editions revealed
UK petrol and diesel prices: Diesel tops petrol by 20p for first time ever
The price difference between a litre of unleaded and a litre of diesel has broken the 20p barrier for the first time, according to RAC Fuel Watch data on average prices. As of 12 October, diesel drivers were forking out an average of £183.94p a litre, while the average price of unleaded had climbed to… Continue reading UK petrol and diesel prices: Diesel tops petrol by 20p for first time ever
Porsche Macan EV delayed due to VW software woes
The launch of the new Porsche Macan electric SUV has been delayed for a year because of slower than expected software development within the wider Volkswagen Group. The Macan EV will be one of the first production cars to use Porsche and Audi’s Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, but Porsche has now confirmed that it… Continue reading Porsche Macan EV delayed due to VW software woes
Potential EV buyers at “all time high” but cost of living hitting sales
The number of drivers planning to buy an EV as their next car has risen to an all-time high, but they’re holding back on purchases because of the cost of living crisis, the RAC’s annual report on motoring has revealed. The report, which gathered results from 3102 UK drivers through a 30-minute online survey, showed that… Continue reading Potential EV buyers at “all time high” but cost of living hitting sales
Can EV upstart Nio ever upend premium rivals in the UK?
Nio ET7 starts at €1191 (£1040) per month for a three-year lease in Germany Close News 6 mins read 14 October 2022 Access to this content requires a subscription to Autocar Business The Knowledge. To subscribe, please see below and to login please click here ]]> Basic Register Access to additional free article Regular… Continue reading Can EV upstart Nio ever upend premium rivals in the UK?
Ford surprised by how F-150 hybrid is changing family’s life
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Nikola can complete its deal to acquire Romeo Power after clearing key hurdle
Nikola Motor Company Source: Nikola Motor Company Electric heavy truck maker Nikola said Thursday that its planned acquisition of battery-pack maker Romeo Power will now proceed, after Romeo Power shareholders agreed to tender just over half of the company’s outstanding shares. In August, Nikola said it had agreed to acquire Romeo Power, a California-based maker… Continue reading Nikola can complete its deal to acquire Romeo Power after clearing key hurdle
Supply woes: Corvette production down next week
General Motors Co. is halting production next week of the 2023 Corvette Stingray and Corvette Z06 at its Bowling Green, Kentucky, plant for an unspecified parts constraint not related to the ongoing semiconductor shortage. “Our supply chain, manufacturing and engineering teams are working closely with our supply base to mitigate any further impact on production… Continue reading Supply woes: Corvette production down next week
Payne: L-yeah. Family-friendly Jeep Wagoneer L explores America’s frontier
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