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The Mazda CX-5 is now better than ever after receiving a mid-life refresh in 2022, and the Japanese mid-size SUV will need every advantage if it’s to compete with the best in the tough mid-size SUV market. Thankfully, the car has retained (and improved on) its USP of being the SUV of choice for keen drivers. It handles better than ever, but most importantly its comfort and refinement are at another level when compared to the previous model.Combined with a very punchy and efficient diesel engine or a responsive petrol unit, plus an upmarket interior and plenty of kit, it’s…
Aston Martin is bringing this iteration of the DBS sports car to a close, so of course it’s doing so with one more special edition: the DBS 770 Ultimate. It is one of the most powerful versions of the car, and has a selection of unique features. And like so many other special high-end sports cars, every example has been sold. The headlining feature of the 770 is its extra power. It makes 759 horsepower, 44 more than the standard version, and basically the same as the DBS GT Zagato. Torque remains the same, though. A tweaked intake and ignition…
Audi reveals an electric pickup, of sorts. Toyota reportedly commits to a dedicated EV platform, but it’s years off. And a Senator says the new EV tax credit isn’t being enacted according to the law. This and more, here at DriftBreath Reports. The green light has reportedly been given to a dedicated Toyota EV platform—like Hyundai’s E-GMP—that could make mass-production EVs competitive on cost, range, and efficiency. But it might not arrive until 2028, when it sees sufficient demand. Audi on Thursday revealed the last, and most American, of its four “sphere” concepts focused on automated driving: The Activesphere concept…
The 2023 Infiniti Q50 is adding an iridescent paint option to bring some sparkle back to the aging sedan. Called Black Opal Metallic, the iridescent paint is part of a Black Opal Edition package for the Q50 Red Sport 400 trim level. The base black color shifts between blue, green, and purple, depending on the lighting and viewing angle, according to an Infiniti press release. 2023 Infiniti Q50 with Black Opal Edition package Iridescent paint has been offered on production cars before, with the Nissan GT-R’s Midnight Purple a notable example. The complexity of the paint makes repairs from scratches…
Audi may produce a rugged electric SUV to go up against similar models in the luxury segment such as upcoming electric versions of the Land Rover Defender and Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The information was reported on Thursday by Autocar following an interview with Marc Lichte, Audi’s design chief. Lichte reportedly said there’s space for such a vehicle since there are plans for only two real alternatives in the premium segment—the models mentioned above. He also reportedly said Audi needs such a vehicle given its successful history in off-road racing, which continues even in the electric era with the RS Q E-Tron…
Toyota launched a redesigned Land Cruiser last year, and while the nameplate is no longer offered in the U.S., the new generation of the rugged SUV has spawned a Lexus LX twin that arrived here for the 2022 model year. Soon, the Land Cruiser will spawn a smaller sibling known as the Land Cruiser Prado, and as was the case for previous generations, the new Prado will have its own Lexus GX twin that should come to the U.S. The current GX, known as the GX 460, has been on sale since the 2010 model year and thus is long…
Quick Facts About Buying an Electric Vehicle Now If you are teetering on the brink of buying an electric vehicle (EV), you may well be asking yourself if you should buy a new EV now or wait. We understand your hesitation. The faltering economy, exploding interest rates, new and confusing regulations on EV tax credits, and the high price of vehicles in general are only a few of the issues that may give you pause. Our discussion here focuses on fully electric vehicles drawing all their power from a battery charged by plugging into an outside electric source. This excludes…
For your perusal this fine fall evening, we present a first drive from the autumn of 2018.We sent Mr. Posky to Utah to drive this Ford, and his thoughts are linked here. Make some cider, spiked or not, or a cup of hot cocoa, and give this a read. Source link
We drove the 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport, GM announced a big investment in its next-generation V-8 engines, and the 2024 Toyota Tacoma design leaked thanks to patent drawings. It’s the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. We followed Jeep Wranglers up some slick, snow-covered rocks in the 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport. While by no means a Jeep, the Pilot showed us during our first stint behind the wheel that it is more off-road capable than ever. Getting to the trailhead shouldn’t be a problem in the new Pilot TrailSport. The 2024 Polestar 2 debuted with more range and a…
With a classy interior, excellent build quality and a lineup of efficient hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines, the Volvo XC60 is a great alternative to rivals from premium manufacturers such as Audi, BMW and Mercedes. Safety is first-class, too, as is overall space and practicality, although the XC60’s infotainment setup isn’t the best in class.If you’re after more power than most, then the plug-in hybrid models are particularly punchy, but Volvo’s mid-size SUV is more of a relaxed cruiser than a true performance option. The second generation XC60 may have lost a little of its shine since its launch in…