Serial 1 Cycle will launch with four distinct models Serial 1 Cycle, the e-bike brand recently launched by Harley-Davidson, revealed new details about its forthcoming lineup of battery-powered two-wheelers. The first four models, which will go on sale in the US and Germany starting spring 2021, are all pedal-assist city bikes with mid-drive motors, integrated batteries, and a design that is...
As more automakers rush to downsize their engines, Mazda just went the opposite direction. Instead of building a new small, turbocharged engine, their latest powertrain is a rather large inline-six. It's a bold move, but it's great to see straight-sixes staging a comeback. But why is Mazda adding cylinders instead of removing time? It seems that it's all about moving...
As fast and luxurious as an M3 but with more traction, the new 340i xDrive might just be the coolest and most competent compact sedan on the market. Sporty, practical, and luxurious: the BMW 340i xDrive is the modern compromise between the M3 and the 330i. The Series 3 of the German manufacturer launched in 1975, and in 2018, it entered...
After much driving, several spins and arguments, we’ve whittled it down to five. Harris picks a winner The first full rotation occurred at 35mph and was largely due to the fact I was convulsing with laughter. The second happened a lap later and even though I was still giggling like a child, the reason for the spin was me applying...
THE N LINE TREATMENT ADDS SOME TEMPO TO THIS NATURALLY SEDATE SEDAN Those leading German brands – you know who you are - have been selling all-out performance for decades, and they have the divisions to prove it. Whether we’re talking about BMW’s M division, the AMG arm of Mercedes-Benz or Audi’s RS models, these markings on vehicles indicate...
Sponsored Links Building a custom machine to perform isn’t always easy, but doing it right is even harder. Nevertheless, this speed-focused Chevy C10 has all the right bits and pieces to lay the smack down, both in the corners and in the straights, as seen in the following video feature from AutotopiaLA. This Chevy C10 is owned by Chris Chandler, who works as an...
Fleet decision-makers and the leasing industry is bracing itself for a price hike on new company car and van orders in the event of a ‘no deal’ Brexit. However, in a note from BMW, seen by Fleet News, the German manufacturer has announced a customs duty related increase of more than £3,000 on the recommended retail pricing (RRP) of the BMW...
0 BMW's M2 CS won't suffer fools, but rewards its engaged driver, Andy learns | BMW photos Each autumn, BMW stages a Fall Media Test Event at Monticello Motorsports Park to give automotive journalists an opportunity to drive the latest models on the track and on public roads. The fleet this fall featured the 20201 M2 CS, M5 Competition, 430i, M8, and...
Nothing—except, perhaps, 90s boy band music—sounds worse than squeaky brakes. Every time you press the brake pedal, the unnerving sound fills your ears. Besides turning up the radio, and masking a potentially dangerous problem, what can you do to get rid of the noise? And what exactly do squeaky brakes mean, anyhow? Whether you’re hearing a grinding or a squeaking...
Squeaky brakes are a common automotive nuisance, but fortunately it's a fairly easy and affordable fix. Squeaky brakes are a serious automotive annoyance, but are they dangerous? How much does it cost to fix them? We've got your answers right here. What Causes Breaks to Squeak? All brakes make some noise sometimes. Don't panic! A squeaky brake can stop a...
