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Elaphe and McLaren are partnering to marry the former’s in-wheel motor tech with the latter’s racing expertise. At the recent 2023 CES in Las Vegas, the two companies announced an “in-wheel propulsion system” using Elaphe’s in-wheel motors and inverters from McLaren Applied Technologies to create “highly efficient and hyper-responsive electric vehicles,” according to an Elaphe press release. Elaphe-developed in-wheel motors are at the core of some of the most eagerly anticipated super-efficiency vehicles—like the upcoming Aptera. With in-wheel motors, Lightyear has claimed the most efficient production powertrain in the world for its Lightyear 0 solar-assisted EV. Elaphe in-wheel motor for…

Porsche engineers are out testing prototypes for an updated 911 range, and a new one has been spotted. Previously we brought you spy shots of prototypes for the updated 911 Turbo, 911 Turbo S, and 911 Carrera Cabriolet. Our latest shots show what’s likely to be the updated 911 Carrera coupe. The current 911 arrived in 2019 as a 2020 model, initially in Carrera and Turbo guises. Given the typical seven- to eight-year lifespan of the 911, this updated version should arrive in 2023, likely as a 2024 model. Tweaks to the styling will be mild, with the prototype revealing…

A revival of the historic British marque Vanwall is underway, based in Germany and led by Colin Kolles, a former Formula 1 manager who currently runs the racing team ByKolles. ByKolles is looking to enter the World Endurance Championship as Vanwall, in the premier Hypercar class with a new LMH race car. The class is only open to manufacturers, which means ByKolles needs to offer a production car to be eligible. Enter the Vanwall Vandervell S, an electric hot hatch named after Vanwall founder Tony Vandervell. Revealed on Monday, the Vandervell S is promised to start deliveries in Europe later…

Alfa Romeo’s limited U.S. lineup gains a new entry for 2024 in the form of the stylish Tonale compact crossover. Revealed in early 2022, the 2024 Tonale is now available for pre-order and has been priced from $44,590, including a $1,595 destination charge. That starting price is for the base Sprint version that will be available for pre-order later in 2023. Versions currently available for pre-order include the Ti ($46,590) and Veloce ($49,090). Alfa Romeo hasn’t said when deliveries will start. The Tonale is offered in the U.S. exclusively with a plug-in hybrid powertrain consisting of a 1.3-liter turbo-4 and…

Quick Facts About Bad Credit Car Loans As times get tougher and a paycheck doesn’t stretch as far as it used to, falling behind on payments becomes more common. There is only so much belt-tightening you can do, right? As your credit history becomes cluttered with missed or late payments and maybe even a repossession or two, your credit score will suffer. And, if you suddenly need to buy a car in the throes of all this bad news, you will face a rougher road to getting a car loan. Depending on how low your credit score has tumbled, you…

Whether you are at the track listening to a pump-up song before the flag drops or just at home enjoying some relaxing tunes, a premium listening experience is a must. Focusing efforts on bringing the live concert straight to your headphones, leading brands continue to develop technology in order to keep you listening on the go for a longer period of time. MUST-READ: The Top 10 Automotive-Inspired Sneakers By Puma Motorsport Available Now This week, we have compiled a list of the Best Luxury Headphones to help you to continue listening to your favorite hits with the best sound quality.…

Fast Facts 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited 4×4 Fast Facts Powertrain 3.6-liter V6 (293hp @ 6,400 rpm, 260lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm) Transmission/Drive Wheels Eight-speed manual transmission, all-wheel drive Fuel Economy, US 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined (EPA Rating, MPG) Fuel Economy, Canada 13.0 city / 10.9 highway / 14.1 combined. (NRCan Rating, L/100km) Base Price $50,440 US / $64,240 CAN As-Tested Price $57,835 US / $71,720 CAN Prices include $1,795 destination charge in the United States and $1,895 for freight, PDI, and A/C tax in Canada and, because of cross-border equipment differences, can’t be directly compared.…

Porsche for a number of years has been offering retrofit upgrades for its classic models that add modern conveniences like navigation and even whole infotainment systems with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. Previously, such systems were limited to 911s from about the early 1960s up to the 996 generation, as well as some front-engine and mid-engine sports cars. However, Porsche on Thursday unveiled new versions that support even more models. The automaker hasn’t announced U.S. pricing but in Europe the systems cost 1,520.37 euros (approximately $1,645). The new systems support the 997-generation 911 from model years…

After much testing and deliberation, the winners have 2023 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards have been announced. Previously whittled down to three finalists in each category over the course of the past year, the 2023 NACTOY winners are as follows: 2023 North American Car of the Year: Acura Integra The Ford F-150 Lightning has taken the award in the Truck category, knocking out the other two finalists, the Chevy Silverado ZR2 and the Lordstown Endurance. It was interesting to see two all-electric contenders in the pickup field, one based on a legacy platform,…

Toyota has resto-modded examples of the 1980s Corolla GT-S with battery-electric and hydrogen powertrains as part of a plan to extend the lives of classic cars. Debuting at the 2023 Tokyo Auto Salon last weekend, the two concepts are meant to demonstrate how older vehicles—particularly enthusiast cars—can be kept on the road even with stricter emissions standards. “The reality is that we cannot achieve zero carbon emissions in 2050 simply by switching all new car sales to EVs,” Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda said in a speech at the opening of the Tokyo Auto Salon, referencing a company target for emissions…