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Three MINI Countryman plug-in hybrids kick off Panamericana tour
To show off how durable the Countryman plug-in hybrid is, MINI is driving three MINI Cooper S E Countryman ALL4 models from Dallas, Texas down to Ushuaia in the Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. The Panamericana tour will see the three Countryman plug-in hybrids travel through several countries on its way down to the southernmost point in South America. The route...
McLaren delivers the first Senna in North America
McLaren has announced that it has delivered the first McLaren Senna in North America, which went to a lucky buyer in NYC. A McLaren Senna painted in Emerald Green was delivered to car collector Michael Fux in New York City. The McLaren Senna not only features the Emerald Green color, but also the Full Visual Carbon Fiber Body, which is...
2018 Fiat 500L and 500X get Chrome packages
Fiat has announced the availability of a new Chrome Appearance Group for the 2018 Fiat 500L and 500X. The 208 Fiat 500L Chrome Appearance Group amps up the style of the base 500L Pop model by adding chrome accents, rear-reflector chrome bezels, body-side molding chrome accents, fog lamps and 17-inch aluminum wheels with black pockets. The Chrome Appearance Group for...
Jeep Grand Wagoneer Trackhawk could be in the works
We're still waiting for Jeep to finally bring back the Grand Wagoneer and even though it was supposed to be back in Jeep's lineup by now, it's still likely a few years away. Either way we do have some good news to share, since it looks like Jeep is cooking up a Jeep Grand Wagoneer Trackhawk. According to a document...
Volvo XC60 B4 and B5 trademarks hint at an electric XC60
Volvo has already confirmed that its working on a fully electric version of the XC40 crossover, but that won't likely be the only fully electric crossover in Volvo's lineup. Volvo recently trademarked the XC60 B4 and XC60 B5 names, which hints that it's working on a fully electric XC60, maybe even two. If you're wondering what the "B" in the...
Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor and Performance versions EPA ratings released
The EPA has released the efficiency ratings for the Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor and Performance versions, which are both slightly less efficient than the long range rear-wheel drive version. The EPA has given the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor and Performance versions at a combined rating of 116 MPGe, compared to 130 MPGe for the standard rear-wheel drive...
Aston Martin Volante Vision concept is ready for flight
Aston Martin makes some of the best cars on the road and now it looks like it's getting ready to take its expertise to the skies. Aston Martin has unveiled the Volante Vision concept, which is Aston Martin's take on a futuristic luxury aircraft that's so cool that it even has vertical take-off and landing capabilities. Aston Martin teamed up...
Volkswagen I.D. R sets electric record at Goodwood
Just a few weeks ago the Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak electric race car set a new record at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and now it's done it again - this time at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Romain Dumas climbed in the I.D. R again to set at a new record for electric cars at the...
Bentley Mulsanne W.O. Edition celebrates its founder
Bentley is quickly approaching its centenary in 2019 and to celebrate the milestone, Bentley has unveiled the limited-edition Bentley Mulsanne W.O. Edition. The special Mulsanne pays tribute to the Bentley's founding father and incorporates parts of the original crankshaft taken from W.O. Bentley’s personal 8 Liter car. The Bentley Mulsanne W.O. Edition features a vintage inspired color split interior cut...
Porsche opens an 800-volt fast charging park in Germany
Porsche is gearing up for the arrival of the Porsche Taycan electric car with the release of the first Porsche fast charging park. Equipped with 800-volt fast chargers, the park will be able to charge electric cars in less than 20 minutes. Currently the DC fast-charging stations operate at a voltage level of around 400 volts, which can fully charge...
