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The Cupra Raval will be the first of VW Group’s new subcompact EVs The subcompact EVs will use VW Group’s MEB Small platform Cupra plans to launch in the U.S. later this decade Several Volkswagen Group brands are working on a new generation of subcompact electric vehicles, and a prototype for one of them has been spotted. The prototype is for the Raval hatchback from Cupra, VW Group’s Spanish performance brand, which plans to enter the U.S. later this decade. Cupra started out life as a performance sub-brand of VW Group’s Spanish brand SEAT, but in 2018 was repositioned as…
VerdictThe use of the Mustang name upset some Ford enthusiasts, but those who embraced the EV age felt different about Ford’s first dedicated electric car, and it’s easy to see why. We were impressed by the Mustang Mach-E when it arrived and our enthusiasm remains undiminished. Scour owners’ forums and you’ll see plenty of positive feedback, but some have experienced lots of glitches, either because of software bugs or poor build quality. That’s why you need to scrutinise any potential purchase very carefully. But take on a good Mustang Mach-E and you’ll absolutely love it. Advertisement – Article continues belowFord…
If you’re going to build a cool car, you’d better give it a cool name. There’s so much to love about hot rodders. The can-do-will-do, belt-it-until-it-breaks attitude they have towards building and racing cars, the sense of community that encourages the wild and ingenious, and of course, the badass names they give their creations. I recently met up with lifelong ‘rodder Kaoru Koshimizu to check out his Evolution Ray, a C1 Chevrolet Corvette with a fully reworked powertrain and running gear, plus a few party tricks up its sleeves. Tucked away in a suburban area of Yokohama, Koshimizu-san runs a bar and…
Our Scenic is the range-topping Iconic Long Range model with no options, except for the £1,250 metallic paint. So it costs £46,745 as tested with 20-inch wheels of an unusual design, a 360-degree camera system, the 12-inch portrait infotainment screen, a 12.3in driver’s display screen and its party piece, the Solarbay panoramic roof, which can electrically switch from opaque to clear at the touch of a button. It’s around £4,000 cheaper than the rear-wheel-drive Ford Explorer with the larger battery that we tested it against. Family buyers might panic at the sight of the Scenic’s interior. The light-grey fake leather…
Kalmar has revealed a Safari-style conversion for the 997-generation Porsche 911 Upgrades include Kevlar composite parts and a ride height that extends to over 8.0 inches Kalmar says it won’t develop Safari-style conversions for any 911 generation beyond the 997 Danish performance marque Kalmar, known for its bespoke Porsche 911 restomods, has introduced the RS-7, the latest addition to its lineup of off-road-ready 911s. This new model is based on the 997-generation Porsche 911 of the 2000s and incorporates lessons learned from Kalmar’s previous Safari-style builds. Kalmar only recently entered the U.S. market, having launched last year through a partnership…
In the exciting realm of high-performance supercars and hypercars, McLaren carved a niche for itself as a trailblazer, beginning its journey in competitive racing divisions such as the Can-Am series and Formula One. This passion for speed later led to alliances with giants like Mercedes-Benz and BMW, paving the way for McLaren to evolve into a full-fledged manufacturer. While several McLaren models have the reputation of being among the priciest cars ever, the brand consistently upholds its legacy with its contemporary and futuristic models. As a nod to the brand’s loyal followers, McLaren reserves its limited production models and exclusive…
Subaru’s sixth-generation Forester has gained Wilderness and Hybrid models The Forester Wilderness features 9.3 inches of ground clearance and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity The Forester Hybrid introduces a next-generation hybrid powertrain developed with Toyota The Subaru Forester was redesigned for the 2025 model year, but the rugged Forester Wilderness was missing from the lineup. That is no longer the case, as Subaru on Thursday at the 2025 Chicago auto show revealed the sixth-generation Forester’s Wilderness model and confirmed it will be in showrooms this fall, arriving as a 2026 model. Pricing information will be announced closer to the market…
A rare Ferrari owned by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has just been sold The Ferrari is a 250 LM, the successor to the 250 GTO The car took overall victory at the 1965 24 Hours of Le Mans Most classic Ferraris fetch top dollar at auctions these days, but what about an example that won overall at Le Mans? The simple answer: seriously big bucks. Just such a car was sold at an RM Sotheby’s auction in Paris on Wednesday—a Ferrari 250 LM that won the 1965 24 Hours of Le Mans. The final bid was 31 million euros…
Ford has begun planning a series plug-in hybrid system for use in SUVs and its largest Super Duty heavy-duty pickup trucks, Bloomberg reported Tuesday. Series hybrid systems use an internal-combustion as a generator, with electric motors actually powering the wheels. A plug-in hybrid version would allow for a big enough battery pack to offer substantial electric range, with the combustion engine acting as a range extender. The report states that Ford is targeting over 700 miles from combined use of the battery pack and engine/generator, but it doesn’t mention an all-electric range target. 2025 Ford Super Duty F-250 This powertrain…
An electric Cayenne based on the PPE platform is due for launch in the next 12-18 months An electric Cayenne Coupe variant is also coming, a prototype for which has been spotted Gas and plug-in hybrid Cayennes will live alongside the electric generation Porsche is out testing prototypes for an electric Cayenne, and the latest prototype spotted is for the more rakish Cayenne Coupe body style. The Cayenne Coupe EV looks like an elongated Macan EV, as the front-end designs of the two vehicles are very similar. The Cayenne Coupe EV stands out due to its more muscular proportions and…