One-of-a-Kind Lexus LC 500 Convertible Sells for USD 2M at Charity Auction
The one-off Structural Blue Lexus LC 500 coupe convertible that the luxury car maker sent to the January 17 Barrett-Jackson auction got sold off for USD 2 million, doing a quick 3-minute span on the auction block before being confirmed to its proud owner. First unveiled at the 2019 LA …
Toyota Announces 2011-2019 Corollas Recall for Faulty Airbags, PH not Included
Japanese automotive titan Toyota is now facing its challenge for the year as they are now recalling certain units for the faulty airbags that were installed in more than 3 million vehicles around the world. The said recall involves 3.4 million vehicles Toyota, with the 2.9 million coming from United …
The Laffite G-Tec X-Road Off-Roader Is a Beautiful Letdown
Bruno Laffite has been in the business of making fast and powerful off-roaders for some time now. Back in 2015 at the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix, Laffite unveiled his first project, the SandRacer 500GT dune buggy, under an outfit called Zarooq Motors. True to its name, the high-speed …
Audi of America, Virginia DOT and Qualcomm to Set Up C-V2X in Virginia
The cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) communication is on, with Audi of America, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announcing their plans to initially deploy C-V2X communication on the roadways of Northern Virginia. The collaborating companies are all set to employ advanced wireless communications to improve vehicle safety …
Mazda Team Joest Builds Momentum for 24 Hours of Daytona
The slick pairing of Oliver Jarvis and Olivier Pla gave Mazda Team Joest two of the quickest lap times during the qualifying session for 24 Hours of Daytona, setting the circuit abuzz with the team’s chances for a top finish at the podium. During the qualifying session in January, dubbed …
Bugatti Looks Forward to 2020 after a Record-Breaking 2019
Mention the name Bugatti, and you think hyper sports cars, luxury, quality, and elegance. Of course, we expect this, especially from a company that has just celebrated its 110th Anniversary this year. Still, last year has been a good one for Bugatti. They released several outstanding and exclusive edition models …
Meet the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado Realtree Edition
What happens when you mix the versatility, strength, and personalization possibilities of Chevrolet Silverado and the expert, camouflage graphics of Realtree? You get the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado Real Tree Special Edition, with an outdoors-inspired, camouflaged design to sweeten the deal. The newest generation 2021 Chevrolet Realtree Edition package is a …
BMW i Ventures Invests on Software Motor Company for “Intelligent Motor Systems”
Venture capitalist BMW i Ventures announced its investment in Silicon Valley-based company Software Motor Company (SMC) in creating “the most reliable, efficient and intelligent motor systems” in the world. This new funding will allow SMC to expand its business and use more resources to accelerate product development. “Electric motors are …
FCA Exhibits New Cars at the Houston Auto Show
The Houston Auto Show is an annual auto show that takes place every January in Texas. The show brings in some of the world’s biggest automobile manufacturers including Acura, Aston Martin, Bentley, Jeep, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls Royce, Subaru, Volkswagen, and Volvo. This year, one of the Houston’s Auto Show’s …
Nissan Makes Eco-Friendly Music with xStorage Electric Ecosystem
Ever in support of sustainability, Nissan expands its electrification wings from hybrids and EVs to the world of music-making. Nissan imbued a Scottish recording studio with an innovative energy solution dubbed the Nissan xStorage that allows for the generation, storage, and management of renewable electricity. The Nissan xStorage system makes …
CDP Names Ford Motors in Its Climate “A-List” for the First Time
It seems Ford Motor Company’s environmental efforts are starting to pay off. CDP, a non-profit charity that runs the global disclosure system for investors, companies, and regions to manage environmental impacts, has just included Ford in its Companies A List 2019 for the first time. This annual environmental disclosure and scoring …
Study: Many UK Vans Don’t Even Have Standard Alarms
There are four out of ten new vans on sale in the U.K. that are not fitted with a standard alarms in their vehicle. This report by What Car? Vans came after a research showed how more than 43,000 vans have been stolen since 2016. And with the cars stolen, …
Honda Releases New Hybrid Vehicle
Honda has just released their newest vehicle: the Honda Clarity. The exterior of the Clarity looks similar to a 2016 Honda Civic. The wide, low stance of the front fascia makes the sedan look sporty and aggressive, while the daytime running light strip adds a modern flair. But what’s so …
UK Starts Selling 2020 Ducati Panigale V4
Mention the model “Panigale V4“, and sports bike fans will probably look at you differently. This is because the Panigale V4 is the most sold sports bike in the world for the second year in a row, and with it comes new changes that will make this bike even more …
Groupe PSA Recognized for Low-Carbon Initiatives
French multi-national conglomerate Groupe PSA, the organization behind Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel and Vauxhall, received acknowledgement for its position on Carbon Disclosure Project’s (CDP) A-List this year. CDP distinguishes the group for its efforts to reduce emissions, mitigate climate risks and develop the low-carbon economy, based on its 2019 CDP …
