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volvo xc40 recharge

2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge

Volvo’s progressive and wide-ranging electrification program has delivered a second plug-in petrol-electric hybrid powertrain for the multi-award-winning XC40 compact SUV. The introduction of the new XC40 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid T4 increases customer choice and opens the highly efficient plug-in hybrid technology to a wider market. At the same time, two new mild-hybrid petrol options have been added to the range, in the form of the new XC40 B4 and B5. With first UK deliveries of the ne

bentley pikes peak continental gt

2021 Bentley Pikes Peak Continental GT

The first of a limited run of 15 examples of the Pikes Peak Continental GT by Mulliner has been built at Bentley’s carbon-neutral factory in Crewe, England. The Limited Edition model features exclusive Radium by Mulliner paintwork, carbon fiber body kit, Acid Green brake disc calipers, and Pirelli P Zero Colour Edition Tyres. 35 percent of allocated vehicles also include the optional mountain decal, the same as the record-holding vehicle.  Detailing on the interior consists of an Alcantar

aston martin vantage 007 edition

2021 Aston Martin Vantage 007 Edition

Aston Martin is celebrating the release of the 25th James Bond film, with two exclusive 007 special editions inspired by the cars featured in No Time to Die. This new collaboration between Aston Martin and EON Productions, the company that produces the James Bond films with Metro Goldwyn Mayer Studios, delivers exciting new 007 editions of the Aston Martin Vantage and DBS Superleggera. No Time To Die will be released around the world in November 2020 and will feature no fewer than four ic

ford gt heritage edition

2021 Ford GT Heritage Edition

The Ford GT is America’s only Le Mans-winning supercar, and taking this pinnacle of Ford Performance even further for 2021, Ford is revealing two new enhancements today – the first-ever Heritage Edition inspired by the original model’s first endurance win at the 1966 Daytona 24 Hour Continental race, plus an all-new Studio Collection package offers even more exclusivity and design enhancements. “For this Heritage Edition, the Ford Performance team went deeper into the Ford GT’s race histo

bugatti divo

2020 Bugatti Divo

Highly customized, high-performance, and very exclusive. Since its world premiere in August 2018, the Bugatti Divo1 has been amongst the world’s most extraordinary hyper sports cars. Now the first of a total of only 40 Divo are being handed over to customers from the Atelier in the Alsatian town of Molsheim – at a net unit price of €5 million. This marks the end of a challenging development process lasting almost two years. “The Divo marks a milestone in Bugatti’s history spanning over 11

cadillac lyriq

2023 Cadillac LYRIQ

Cadillac’s introduction of its electric portfolio begins today with the debut of the LYRIQ show car — a dynamic, modern, and fully electric luxury crossover. The propulsion system and supporting technologies position Cadillac to be a leader in electrification, connectivity, and automated driving, all delivered with thrilling performance and a new threshold in technology integration. “Led by LYRIQ, Cadillac will redefine American luxury over the next decade with a new portfolio of trans

kia stonic mild hybrid

2021 Kia Stonic Mild Hybrid

Kia Motors has introduced significant upgrades to the Kia Stonic compact SUV, strengthening the car’s position in the European B-SUV segment. The upgraded Stonic offers drivers a range of efficient new ‘Smartstream’ powertrains, with innovations that enhance efficiency. Among these, the Stonic is now available with Kia’s new petrol 48V mild-hybrid ‘EcoDynamics+’ powertrain, and is also equipped with the company’s new ‘clutch-by-wire’ intelligent Manual Transmission. The interior and exte

bentley bentayga v8

2020 Bentley Bentayga v8

Four new collections of Bentley accessories are now available for customers of the new Bentley Bentayga to enhance the specification and capability of their extraordinary luxury SUV even further. The four-strong portfolio - Exterior, Interior, Touring, and Protection - allow customers to increase the individualism, luxury, and utility of their Bentayga. The Bentley accessories range is developed by the same engineers at Crewe as the cars themselves and is tested with the same level of scrutiny

mercedes-benz amg gt black series

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Black Series

The mighty new Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series is now on sale and will cost £335,000. The Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series, which takes its design cues from the current AMG GT3 race car, features a hand-built 4.0-liter V8 bi-turbo engine generating 730 hp and 800 Nm Torque – making it the most powerful series V8 engine ever produced by AMG. It can sprint from 0 to 62 mph in 3.2 seconds, and a top speed of 201 mph. The GT Black Series is the sixth Black Series from Mercedes-AMG; the first was th

bentley continental gt mulliner convertible

2020 Bentley Continental GT Mulliner Convertible

The luxury pinnacle of the Continental GT family, the Continental GT Mulliner Convertible, will make its global debut at Cheval Blanc in St Tropez, as part of a European Summer Tour hosted by Bentley. The Continental GT Mulliner is the first member of the new Collections portfolio introduced by Bentley Mulliner. Surpassing the industry-leading craftsmanship so synonymous with Bentley, Mulliner has raised the bar further to create the Continental GT Mulliner Convertible; the pinnacle of roof-down automotive lux

amg reveals new e 53 coupe and cabriolet family members! check 'em out!

AMG reveals new E 53 Coupe and Cabriolet family members! Check 'em out!

Mercedes-AMG continues to expand its distinctive range. Now, the team reveals new E 53 Coupe and Cabriolet models. Both of these feature the iconic AMG radiator grille, A-shaped design, and new, flatter all-LED headlamps. Furthermore, the vehicle features an entirely revised interior and showcases large displays, AMG Performance steering wheel, and a revolutionary MBUX infotainment system with AMG-specific functions. Exterior design The front-e

acura shares further details for new tlx prior to unveiling date

Acura shares further details for new TLX prior to unveiling date

2021 Acura TLX, which will be digitally revealed on Thursday, May, 28, is based on a new Acura-exclusive sports sedan platform. The new TLX features a dedicated architecture especially molded by the Type S vehicles. Such a system includes a highly rigid body and performance-focused chassis highlighted by the return of double-wishbone front suspension. This new TLX suspension system is comprised of two wishbone-shaped control arms, in place of