Yearly Archives: 2017
Subaru BRZ STI Sport to debut in Tokyo
In addition to the S208, Subaru is also bringing the new BRZ STI Sport to the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show next month. The special edition BRZ gets improvements to its suspension and a few upgrades to the interior and exterior. "To draw out the maximum potential of the BRZ and take its excellent handling stability and wonderful driving comfort to...
Subaru S208 is a WRX STI with more power
Subaru has unveiled the S208, which is based on the WRX STI. The Subaru S208 follows the success of the S207 that debuted in 2015 by creating an even more hardcore and rare version of the WRX STI. Subaru hasn't announced how much power the S208 is packing under that hood, but there will be some modifications. The S208 also...
Could the BMW M8 have 700 horsepower?
BMW hasn't released the specs yet for the upcoming 8 Series and the even hotter BMW M8, but a report claims that the M8 could have around 700 horsepower. The M8 will be powered by the same 4.4L V8 as the M5, but it will get a significant horsepower boost over the M5's 600 horsepower. Motor.es is reporting that the...
Next-Gen VW Golf and I.D. hatchback arrive in 2020
This year Volkswagen has been focusing on previewing its upcoming electric models, like the I.D. Crozz and I.D. Buzz, but that doesn't mean that VW isn't also working on new versions of its existing lineup. Volkswagen has confirmed that the next-generation VW Golf will arrive in 2020, just a few weeks ahead of the introduction of the electric I.D....
Alfa Romeo Giulia-based coupe slated to arrive late next year
Alfa Romeo may have reportedly pushed back the arrival date of its new midsize flagship sedan, but that doesn't mean that there aren't other new Alfa Romeo models in the pipeline. It's being reported that Alfa Romeo will introduce a new coupe in late 2018 that will be based on the same platform as the Giulia. The Alfa Romeo coupe...
Tesla could install convenience stores at its charging stations
Even with its supercharging network, it still isn't as fast to charge a Tesla as it is to put gas in your car. So while you wait for your Tesla to get recharged, Tesla could make it convenient by adding convenience stores at some of its supercharging stations. If you have to end up waiting 20-30 minutes for your Tesla...
2019 Porsche Cayenne keeps you connected
When the next-generation 2019 Porsche Cayenne arrives next year it will take vehicle networking to a new level, thanks to its Porsche Connect Plus system. With the Porsche Connect Plus system, drivers can now access Amazon Music, Smart Home functions provided by Nest, and Radio Plus. Like your phone, the new Cayenne is permanently online thanks to the integrated, LTE-compatible...
BMW X2 wears digital camouflage in Milan
BMW isn't quite ready to unveil its next crossover, the BMW X2, but BMW has announced that it will be driving around the streets of Milan during Fashion Week. This isn't the first time that BMW has showed off the X2, since BMW released photos of a camouflaged X2 about a month ago. To coincide with Fashion Week (September 20th...
2017 Lexus RC F – Review
When Lexus decided to go head-to-head with BMW's M brand and Mercedes-AMG, it knew it was an uphill battle. With models like the IS F, GS F and the RC F, Lexus has proved that it can do more than build exceptionally quiet, well built sedans, but can the F models really compete with the Germans? Lexus dropped off...
Infiniti QX50 disappears for 2018, QX60 Hybrid is done
Infiniti is working on an the next-generation QX50 crossover, but it won't arrive until the 2019 model year, so rather than continue to build the current "aged" crossover, the QX50 won't be offered for 2018. According to Motor Authority, the Infiniti QX50 will take a year off, while Infiniti focuses on the final touches to the 2019 QX50. The new...
