Skoda will take the wraps off the fourth generation Octavia today, at 19:00 CET (1:00 p.m. EST). Hosted in Prague, Czech Republic, the event is being live streamed and the video can be found at the bottom of the page. Given the multitude of teasers, spy shots and leaks we’ve seen so far, it’s easy […]
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The Lexus LC Inspiration Series has touched down in Australia, where “fewer than 10 units” will be available to those interested in the luxury GT. Priced from AU$205,512 (US$142,057), the LC 500 Inspiration Series is the most affordable model. It packs a 5.0-liter, V8 petrol unit pumping out 470hp / 351kW and 540Nm of torque, […]
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Volvo UK will offer a year of free charging to buyers of its plug-in hybrid models as part of its Take Charge campaign. The offer is available to every plug-in hybrid version of the current Volvo lineup, aiming to encourage customers to drive as much as possible on electric power alone and reduce their tailpipe […]
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Hyundai Motor America is embracing electrification as the company has announced plans to more than double its eco-friendly lineup by 2022. The automaker was coy on specifics, but confirmed they will introduce “13 alternatively fueled vehicles by 2022.” These upcoming models will be offered with a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric powertrain. Among the upcoming […]
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Hyundai has decided that five years in the market are enough for the third generation Tucson, so they’re working on its successor, which will launch in 2020 with a very different styling language. Filmed testing at the Nurburgring, this prototype of the Korean company’s compact SUV has shed the thicker camo, keeping only the swirly […]
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The updated 2020 Honda CR-V has begun arriving in U.S. dealerships this week so it’s time to take a look at the price list. The main changes over the 2019 model regard the introduction of a hybrid version and the replacement of the 2.4-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with a 1.5-liter turbo-four. Prices start at […]
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Mahle Powertrain has unveiled a new 48-volt battery prototype with increased charge and discharge rates that could offer significant savings thanks to optimized battery cooling and cell chemistry. By maximizing their recuperated energy, mild-hybrid systems can become a lot more efficient, and according to Mahle, their prototype allows for fuel savings of between 12 and […]
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Toyota has announced the official pricing and specification of the facelifted C-HR in the United Kingdom. The subcompact crossover is already on sale in four trim levels, including the new Dynamic Edition, and customer deliveries will commence next January. For the entry-level C-HR Icon, equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, infotainment system with Apple […]
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Following the Peugeot 508 and 3008, the Citroën C5 Aircross gains access to PSA’s plug-in hybrid powertrain. Unfortunately, we’re not talking about the 300 PS (296 HP) Hybrid4 system with e-AWD but the 225 PS (222 HP) Hybrid powertrain with front-wheel drive. Still, that’s enough to qualify it as Citroën’s first-ever plug-in hybrid model and […]
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If you exclude off-roading, in which case you’ll need an SUV, high-performance wagons are like the Swiss army knives of the automotive world. That’s because they can meet the family’s transportation needs, with plenty of passenger and cargo space, while also offering excellent performance and handling. Naturally, the Audi RS6 and Mercedes-AMG E63 are the […]
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