Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-09-042Why Land Rover’s Baby Defender Could Shake Up Small SUVsLand Rover is developing a compact Defender, nicknamed the Defender Sport or Defender 80, built on the EMA platform with both EV and self-charging hybrid options. Expected launch in 2027, it will rival Mercedes' compact G-Class.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-042Volkswagen's German Plant Shake-Up: Jobs and Future at RiskA draft plan has put four Volkswagen assembly plants in Germany under scrutiny, with Emden, Zwickau, Hanover and Neckarsulm named in a proposed timeline. Up to 140,000 jobs could be exposed as VW weighs where to concentrate EV production.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-09-042Lexus RX Morizo RR Renderings Aim at X5 M and RS Q8Lexus' RX Morizo RR renderings show a lower, sharper crossover with widened arches, tuned chassis and a 600 hp hybrid setup. The sporty RX aims to challenge the X5 M, AMG GLE 63 and RS Q8.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-0434,920 Nm Hybrid Surge and Bigger EV Batteries from ChinaHorse Powertrain unveils a compact 13-in-1 hybrid delivering 4,920 Nm of wheel torque for Geely's Galaxy Cruiser 700, while ZEEKR prepares an 85 kWh LFP battery for the 7X to bridge range tiers, reshaping power and packaging.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-09-03Porsche 911 GT3 Berg-Sport: Alpine-Only Tribute to the AlpsPorsche's limited-run 911 GT3 Berg-Sport honors Alpine roads with Valleygreen metallic paint, forged wheels, 90-litre tank and a 510 hp 4.0-litre flat-six. Only 100 units, sold in Austria, France, Italy and Switzerland.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-032Why Xiaomi's Year-End Push Hinges on SkyNomad SuccessXiaomi Auto cleared 30,000 deliveries in August but faces a steep climb to meet a 550,000 annual target. The new SkyNomad EREV family—N90 Max and N70 Max—will determine whether Xiaomi can scale production and close the gap.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-0322027 Range Rover Electric: 542 hp, 373-mile Range NowRange Rover’s first fully electric model for 2027 delivers 542 hp, an 118.5 kWh battery, up to 373 miles WLTP TEL, 800V fast charging and luxury-focused refinement. Orders open, starting prices shown in euros.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-032Why Norway's New-Car Market Is Now Virtually ElectricIn August 2026 Norway's new-car market reached near-total electrification: BEVs took 98.7 percent of registrations. The piece unpacks raw figures, brand dynamics, Tesla's slump and what fleet turnover means for emissions.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-022Why the 2027 Lexus NX Feels Like a Mini RX RevivalLexus teases a mid-cycle refresh for the 2027 NX, borrowing RX front-end cues and ES-inspired interior tweaks. Expect revised lighting, an updated steering wheel, refreshed infotainment, and a hybrid-leaning lineup.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-022Why Mini GT's New Pre-Order Batch Has Collectors BuzzingMini GT’s latest pre-order release mixes nostalgia with modern racing: Lotus 78, Huracan GT3 EVO2, Cadillac V-Series.R, Aston Martin Valhalla, a G 63 and a DHL VW ID.Buzz. A must-see batch for diecast collectors.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-0222027 VW Amarok Render Hints at Chinese Platform ShiftHigh-quality renders hint that the 2027 VW Amarok for South America may switch from Ford-derived underpinnings to a China-linked Maxus platform, opening the door to hybrid or fully electric variants and a unique regional design.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-012Audi RS3 Five-Cylinder Engine Powers VW Transporter SupervanVanHeven and RML Group are building a 30-unit VW Transporter T6.1 fitted with Audi RS3's 2.5L five-cylinder. Road-legal, limited-run supervan aimed for 2027 delivery, details pending.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-012Inside the Range Rover GT Render: Sedan Dreams or Not?A striking Range Rover sedan render sparked debate online. While a true luxury sedan is unlikely, Land Rover is preparing the sedan-like, electric Range Rover GT with a 2+2 cabin, EMA platform and fast charging.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-09-012Toyota's bZ5 Undercuts Model Y, Redefines EV PricingToyota’s refreshed bZ5 arrives in China with startling pricing and a new tech mix: BYD batteries, Momenta autonomy, and FAW assembly. Can this budget-priced crossover upend Tesla and local rivals?
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-09-01How an Italian Designer Reimagined the Shelby CobraAndrea Piazza’s digital Shelby Naja fuses Cobra heritage with Italian design, turning American muscle into a luxury grand tourer—V8 intent, bold vents, and a blue-and-silver livery that nods to Shelby tradition.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-312What If Mazda Built an MX-5 Coupe? A Visual DaydreamStunning coupe renderings of the Mazda MX-5 reignite a familiar question: could a fixed-roof Miata work? We explore the design, Skyactiv-Z power rumors, timeline to the NE successor and whether Mazda would risk changing the roadster’s soul.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-31Bugatti Alien Concept: Inverted C-Line and Translucent GlassChinese artist Ajax reimagines Bugatti in a bold fan concept: a reversed horseshoe grille, canopy glass roof, translucent side windows and an inverted C-line that challenges classic proportions.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-302Mustang Baja: Ford’s Off-Road Mustang Heads to ProductionA leaked dealer briefing hints Ford will produce a lifted S650 Mustang called Baja: AWD, 2–3 inches higher ride, reinforced underbody, and a 10-speed automatic. Ford aims to make off-road performance more affordable.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-302Small Rogue: Ram's TRX-Inspired Rampage Ignition DebutRam's new Rampage Ignition dresses the compact pickup in TRX-inspired styling—ocean blue paint, black accents and a numbered interior—while retaining the Rampage's four-cylinder engines and practical platform. Only 400 made.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-30Hongqi's Solar Sunroof Could Add 80 km of Daily RangeHongqi has developed a perovskite-integrated panoramic sunroof that can generate about 300 W in sunlight and roughly 400 kWh per year. Prototype fits the EHS7 SUV and could add up to 80 km daily if extended to the hood.
