Corporations like BMW or VW use mica to make their cars shine. The mineral often comes from dubious sources. The air sparkles at the entrance to the mine. Microscopic microparticles floating weightlessly. They reflect the sun, which here in the East Indian Tisri for temperatures of more than 40 degrees. 15 meters below, in almost… Continue reading Scratches in the glitter paint
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GM, FCA add opposition to import tariffs
In this January 2017 photo, cars are parked waiting to be exported at Yokohama port near Tokyo. Japan’s government has warned in a report that a higher U.S. tariff on auto imports could backfire, jeopardizing hundreds of thousands of American jobs created by Japanese auto-related companies, raising prices for U.S. consumers and devastating the U.S.… Continue reading GM, FCA add opposition to import tariffs
Japan, Fiat Chrysler sound alarms on tariff threat
In this January 2017 photo, cars are parked waiting to be exported at Yokohama port near Tokyo. Japan’s government has warned in a report that a higher U.S. tariff on auto imports could backfire, jeopardizing hundreds of thousands of American jobs created by Japanese auto-related companies, raising prices for U.S. consumers and devastating the U.S.… Continue reading Japan, Fiat Chrysler sound alarms on tariff threat
Aston Martin design chief on why the DBS Superleggera is still a proper GT
Prior to the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera‘s reveal, we caught up with exterior design chief Miles Nurnberger to find out where the car’s design comes from, and where it fits amid Aston Martin‘s growing range of cars. Where does this car sit in Aston Martin’s line-up? “It’s a much more focused place in that GT-but-still-comfortable territory.”… Continue reading Aston Martin design chief on why the DBS Superleggera is still a proper GT
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera leak shows design of 715bhp supercar
The all-new Aston Martin DBS Superleggera has leaked the internet hours before its official reveal, showing its full design and the specifications of its uprated V12 engine. Leaked specs show that the Ferrari 812 Superfast rival uses Aston’s turbocharged 5.2-litre V12 engine in its most potent state yet, offering 715bhp and 664lb ft of torque to enable a 0-60mph time… Continue reading Aston Martin DBS Superleggera leak shows design of 715bhp supercar
Autocar confidential: Bullitt Mustang sales, FCA boss on concept cars, Skoda Vision X & more
This week’s snippets of automotive news include news on Byton, Bullitt Mustang sales, FCA boss on concepts and Skoda Vision X. Byton’s being taken seriously: There’s a year to go before electric car start-up Byton releases its SUV, but CEO Carsten Breitfeld says the industry is already taking his company, and the M-Byte, seriously. “Two… Continue reading Autocar confidential: Bullitt Mustang sales, FCA boss on concept cars, Skoda Vision X & more
Electric collective taxis from Moia from 2019 in use
D The VW subsidiary Moia, responsible for mobility services, will be launching its shuttle service in Hamburg in the first months of 2019. At the beginning, a double-digit number of electric minibuses will chauffeur passengers through the city, announced a spokesman. This number should then rise soon after the official start to 200, by the… Continue reading Electric collective taxis from Moia from 2019 in use
Porsche Buys Stake in Electric Ferrari Rival to Push Tech Shift
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Brabham BT62: how this 700bhp track car will bring an iconic name back to racing
Twelve years. That’s how long it has taken David Brabham to reassert control over his famous family name and then formulate a solid strategy to re-establish it as a credible player in the automotive industry. Now, following last month’s launch of the new-look Brabham Automotive and its £1m-before-tax BT62 track car, he says he’s determined to put… Continue reading Brabham BT62: how this 700bhp track car will bring an iconic name back to racing
Brabham Automotive: how the BT62 will bring an iconic name back to racing
Twelve years: that’s how long it has taken David Brabham to reassert control over his famous family name and then formulate a solid strategy to re-establish it as a credible player in the automotive industry. Now, following last month’s launch of the new-look Brabham Automotive and its £1m-before-taxes BT62 track car, he says he’s determined… Continue reading Brabham Automotive: how the BT62 will bring an iconic name back to racing