Spanish automaker SEAT has released promotional materials for its new SUV that promotes the correct distance a motorist should leave when overtaking a cyclist. On 10th December, SEAT sent out a press release for the 2019 version of its Tarraco SUV and this included photos and videos of engineer Esteban Alcantara overtaking two cyclists by moving wholly into the opposite carriageway. “In order to overtake cyclists correctly: reduce the...
The idea was to elevate the E30 to Singer territory All we want for Christmas is this beautifully—and tastefully—customized 1990 BMW M3 Evo built by Bulgarian tuning shop Vilner Garage. It may be almost three decades old, but if you've ever driven an E30 Bimmer, you'll know why this one inspires such desire. And it's always a relief when the result of a...
Created by MSO, the line offers three new takes on the 570S McLaren's in-house customization center, McLaren Special Operations (MSO), seems to roll out bespoke versions of the British automaker's cars at a bimonthly pace—or at least that's how often it issues press releases about them. But this latest batch commissioned by McLaren Beverly Hills is actually deserving of an announcement. Numbering six cars...
Borrowing the engine from the Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 Poor Nissan 370Z. After being introduced for the 2009 model year and updated for 2013, it's been years since Nissan's given it much attention. But while there's no new model or major update on the way, Nissan did bring a highly modified 370Z out to SEMA this year. So at least the little sports car...
Model limited to 1,418 units and priced starting at $33,340 Despite near-universal cries for more power, the Toyota 86 has always been about balance and handling. That philosophy continues with the introduction of the 2019 Toyota 86 TRD Special Edition, which receives goodies to improve handling and braking but no significant power bump. We had heard last year that Toyota would bring upgrades from its Gazoo Racing sub-brand to...
Debuts at SEMA in a 1968 Dodge "Super Charger" restomod concept How do you maintain the SEMA booth traffic after you've launched a 707-hp Hellcat crate engine (aka Hellcrate) and teased folks for a year with the prospect of an 840-hp Demon crate engine? You leapfrog that Demon and round the number right up to an even grand. Yes, that's 1,000 horsepower...
BMW’s small sedan gets a second chance to impress Once the standard bearer in its segment, the BMW 3 Series has lost its way in recent years. Lackluster acceleration, uninspired handling, and a dated interior have relegated the 3 Series to the middle of the pack. Now, the automaker is introducing the seventh generation, and it has the potential to put the popular...
Special models could be last hurrah before CT5 gets here Cadillac is expected to discontinue the ATS-V and CTS-V in the near future. As a farewell to these models, and in celebration of the upcoming 15th birthday of the V-Series subbrand, Cadillac will sell 300 special edition vehicles. The automaker will offer Pedestal Editions of the ATS-V coupe and CTS-V sedan beginning next...
But it won't be cheap To say we're excited to finally drive the upcoming 2020 Ford Bronco would be a serious understatement. After all, who wouldn't love a boxy, Raptor-influenced, alternative to the Jeep Wrangler? At the same time, though, we understand that no matter how cool the new Bronco ends up being, there are always going to be fans out there who...
And nearly 490 lb-ft of torque in "boost mode" Capturing kinetic energy that would normally be lost to heat and using it to recharge a battery isn't a new concept, but Audi believes it's taken regenerative braking to new heights with the upcoming E-Tron SUV. The all-electric sport-ute will debut a new energy recuperation system that Audi says contributes up to 30 percent...
