Yearly Archives: 2017
Polestar to debut new model on October 17
Now that Polestar is finally separated from Volvo, it's almost time to see what the performance division has planned. Last month Volvo and Polestar officially separated, with Volvo spinning off the division to create high-performance electric cars. Polestar has now confirmed that it will debut a new model on October 17. Polestar has released these few teasers on Instagram, but...
2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt leaked and it won’t be cheap
Ford sent an update: “Ford did not create this window sticker.” It's been rumored that a new Ford Mustang Bullitt is coming, but now we have a confirmation thanks to a leaked window sticker from a 2018 Bullitt GT. Mustang6G posted the image of the window sticker, which not only reveals that the Mustang Bullitt will return for the 2018 model...
Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept features three electric motors
Mitsubishi has released two more photos of the e-Evolution concept that is going to debut this month at the Tokyo Motor Show. The big news is that the concept brings back the Evolution name, but the e-Evolution concept is also a fully electric SUV, which could give the brand what it needs to make a true comeback. The Mitsubishi e-Evolution...
Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of racing the Baja Bug
Fifty years ago the Volkswagen Beetle was modified to create the iconic Baja Bug. As its name suggests, the Baja Bug wasn't just a run of the mill Bug, instead it was modified to tackle rocks, steep gullies, washboard roads, blinding dust and sand pits in Mexico. Next month Volkswagen is celebrating the 50th anniversary of racing Baja Bugs...
Audi Sport wants to have 16 models by 2020
Audi's new performance division Audi Sport has set an ambitious goal of releasing five performance models by 2020, which will bring the total to 16 models. The announcement was made as part of an announcement that also announced that Oliver Hoffmann is now taking over as Head of Technical Development at Audi Sport. Oliver Hoffmann previously worked on powertrain development...
2017 Alfa Romeo Guilia earns Top Safety Pick+ rating
The 2017 Alfa Romeo Guilia is the latest model to get a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2017 Guilia received the top rating, when it's equipped with front crash prevention and curve-adaptive headlights. To be eligible for the top safety rating, a vehicle must receive "good" ratings in all five crashworthiness tests —...
You can now control your Nissan with Amazon Alexa
How many times have you parked your car at home and then realize that you didn't lock it after you walked away? Now Nissan is making it easier for you to lock or unlock your car without having to leave your couch, thanks to Amazon Alexa. Nissan owners can now use voice commands to remote lock/unlock, honk the horn, flash...
2018 Acura ILX Special Edition is a little sportier
The next-generation Acura ILX is expected to debut for the 2019 model year, so the updates to the 2018 ILX are minimal. The biggest update to the 2018 Acura ILX is a new special edition model that adds a few sportier touches to the ILX's exterior. The 2018 Acura ILX Special Edition adds 18-inch wheels, side sills and a rear...
Ford moves its focus from cars to trucks with $7 billion reallocation
Ford has revealed its new strategic plans, which not includes more focus on electric cars, but also will see the automaker shift its overall attention from cars to trucks over the next few years. The aggressive shift in priorities will see Ford move production of the Focus to China as it works to bring more trucks and SUVs to...
2018 Range Rover Sport gets updated and starts at $67,745
The 2018 Range Rover Sport is getting several updates for the 2018 model year, including updated styling, a new infotainment system and more power for the SVR model. Next year we'll also get the first Range Rover plug-in hybrid with the arrival of the 2019 Range Rover Sport PHEV. In terms of styling, the 2018 Range Rover Sport gets a...
