After years of undisputed domination on the electric car market, finally Tesla has a little bit of competition on the market; nevertheless, it is still difficult to draw up a list of electric cars with greater autonomy and at the same time offer a bit of variety, […]
Why is car seat cleaning important? Before we get into car seat cleaning procedures, it's important to remember why car seats are worth cleaning regularly. Just as we perform bodywork washing and car interior cleaning, car seat cleaning is a fundamental part […]
A truck like the one in the picture, an IVECO Stralis XP, comes fitted with various systems to reduce as far as possible the poison coming out of the exhaust pipes. For truckers, that comes at a cost in terms of urea or AdBlue. We are not talking about a few litres […]
And is that the manufacturer Alpina, as we already know, bases its range on BMW products and models. Thus, the Bavarian firm shows us in a teaser video the sound of a V8 equipped in its new flagship, the B7. While we still can not see it without camouflage, […]
It's a head-on collision at 64 km/h, which simulates the typical head-on accident in which two cars going in opposite directions almost manage to avoid each other and have decelerated enough before colliding. The result is quite clear, the Auris comes out much […]
The homologations are made as the regulation says, in laboratory, equal conditions, roller bench and a requirement alien to any realism. Nobody drives like in the NEDC measurement cycle, cities would collapse with the slow accelerations that have been foreseen […]
This model wants to show in its first impression that it is different from the saloon version, based on the SUV look. It uses the same technique in the design as these: aggressive and dynamic design with a small functional part. In particular, the front end is […]
Considering this, and after that earthquake called Dieselgate that has shaken the foundations of the automotive industry, a few manufacturers, such as PSA, have set to work to regain the credibility of consumers in the data they offer. The French group felt dejected […]
Computerized Automotive Recording System (CAR Systems Inc.) What […]
The birth of the Ronda In 1979 a pre-agreement was signed for Fiat to acquire SEAT in 1980, but Fiat decided not to go ahead with the agreement, and it was then that Juan Miguel de Antoñanzas (head of SEAT), aware that they were losing their technological partner […]
Once the gases leave the exhaust manifold, before being expelled to the outside, manufacturers have two methods to reduce NOx: Lean NOx trap (LNT), NOx trap or NOx catalyst: a device that captures these gases and, under high temperature conditions, dissociates […]
We knew it was coming yes, but that doesn't make it any less exciting: you can now choose either a DB11 with a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12, or with the 4-litre twin-turbo V8 Mercedes-AMG. Is that a bad thing? It doesn't have to be. The new engine delivers 510 hp and […]
The highlight of recent announcements is that lean mixture compression ignition (HCCI) engines will arrive in a year and a half. This technology allows gasoline engines to not need spark plugs, the air-fuel mixture burns spontaneously by high compression, the same […]
After failed conversations with Jaguar or Mercedes-Benz, among others, the final agreement came from the hands of the American Chrysler that acquired in 1964 35% of Barreiros Diésel, S.A. in exchange for manufacturing in Spain vehicles already clearly discontinued […]
Now, as part of the motorcycle brand's future, its bikes will be sold at Mercedes-Benz car dealerships alongside them. And is that Giovanni Castiglioni, president of MV Agusta, has revealed part of the future plans of the company during the launch of the new Brutale […]
We know this- Jay Leno loves cars! He has around 180 cars and 160 […]
Classifying the Swift is a bit complicated by its dimensions. Only measures 3.84 meters long (1 cm less than the previous generation Swift), is very small to be a B, but in habitability is above average and in that length no one offers more trunk: 265 liters (55 […]
The starting point is a Porsche 911 964 (1990-1994), although the final appearance is very similar to the Porsche of the 70s. Once the car enters the workshop a process of thousands of hours of work begins. The 964 is completely disassembled down to the bare […]
Nowadays, with the Golf range updated, the sporty models are the GTI, GTI Performance, GTE and R. The GTD will be left out because it has become an ugly duckling in the brand, despite the fact that the TDI engines now fitted in the Golf are among the cleanest on […]
Like its predecessor, it will be equipped with a soft top and will be based on the coupé model, adapting its features to those of a convertible model. In terms of equipment, the Coupé and Convertible will be closely matched. Both come with LED High Performance […]
Today, we propose a little walk through these oddities, curiosities, through this Tokyo salon that is little talked about. In short, a walk through creativity. Ken Okuyama Kode9 Ken Okuyama is not a famous designer, although his works are. He worked for General […]
Freevalve is a company that is part of the Koenigsegg conglomerate, and has a vision of an engine that dispenses with camshafts for crankshaft to valve timing. Electronic controllers replace the belt/chain and the camshaft itself. So there are fewer parts to […]
The Leon is the centerpiece of SEAT's new era and therefore needs an image vector car: the Cupra. As you know, the Leon CUPRA is one of our favourite compacts, offering sportiness and the ability to be an all-rounder, like the VW Golf, but with more sportiness […]
Electric bicycles, or e-bike, they are a vehicle not yet widespread, but at the same time they are a valid alternative for short city trips and their use leads to many advantages: the first is that from environmental side fewer cars are used and air quality in […]
Incentives for scrapped cars: what are they? The average age of the Italian car fleet is 11 years, one of the highest among the larger countries of the European Union. Just think that of the 38 million cars on the road, more than a quarter (about 10 million) […]
This model is considered one of the ugliest cars in history. I know that this qualifier is very subjective, the beauty is very different depending on the eyes that observe it. But we can certify that it is an exotic car by shapes. This model, although it seems […]
In theory, the ideal line for a curve is to reduce speed, reach the tangential point while maintaining speed, and then accelerate smoothly. In this way, the centrifugal force disturbs the car's balance less. The GVC takes care of just that, transparently to […]
"Boost", a 1996 Nissan 240/200SX S14A, is a nitrous oxide street […]
The step forward in the placement and visual finish of the elements is appreciated. The infotainment system screen grows in size and the steering wheel is modernized. We are surprised, in any case, the presence of countless buttons on the center console at a […]
As you already know, the new Polo shares a platform with the new Ibiza. Well, in reality, the image of a car depends mainly on its proportions, and to a lesser extent on its styling (the aesthetic language with which surfaces are treated), and the new Polo is based […]
From now on, we will simply talk about small cars, because they are undergoing a very beneficial evolution for the customer. On a dynamic level things have not changed substantially, but in terms of design and technology there is an appreciable leap compared to […]
I am referring to the different categories that compete at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with different types of cars. There are four categories at Le Mans, corresponding to three types of car. The categories are LMP1 (Le Mans Prototype 1), LMP2 (Le Mans Prototype […]
The Nissan Leaf is a pure electric car, the most successful car without an internal combustion engine of all time, with more than 250,000 units sold since 2010. It is manufactured in the United States, United Kingdom and Japan, and is for many the electric car […]
While the Spanish Authi kept its model in force until 1975 by combining the different trim levels with several different engine blocks, the Italians at Innocenti began to develop a new vehicle to replace the classic Mini at the end of the 60s, which would lead […]
There are two types. The most reliable is the direct TPMS, which measures the pressure in each tyre and informs the control unit, so that each wheel is monitored and a warning can be given in time for the driver to check his tyres. It can be due to an oversight […]
The model presented is based on the modular VPA architecture. If you know Tesla's architecture, this is very similar: it is a "skateboard" type base, with electric motors on the axles, and the battery located on the ground between them. Everything is supported […]
It will look remarkably similar to the Vision S prototype we saw in Geneva. If we look beyond the obvious, we are facing a strategy of the VAG Group richer in SUV, but with the idea that the various brands of the Group do not step on each other. That is, it is […]
Ronaldo is a proud owner of more than 20 luxurious cars, more than […]
Now we know that the company is developing a compact SUV on the new compact modular platform (CMA) co-developed with Volvo, and that will lead to the next-generation V40. This small SUV will debut in China in 2017, and will arrive on our continent in 2018. […]
In the late 1960s, Shin Kato, a Toyota engineer, had set up the "seventh engineering division of Toyota Motor Company", dedicated to creating racing cars. But the Japanese firm's exit from the world of racing left him composed and out of work, so he decided to […]
The driver was released within hours, Koenigsegg said. After a collision with the guardrail, the supercar flew over and off the circuit. We're talking about a car that has 1,350 hp, one for every pound of mass, and is worth well over two million euros. To […]
The automatic gearbox allows sequential operation with the lever, but lacks paddle shifters behind the steering wheel. It has an "S" mode that speeds up the revs and a "W" mode that reduces the chances of skidding in snow or ice. In our test drive it was clear […]
Owners of a Golf GTI are welcome, regardless of generation. Reserved parking is available in the paddock, separated by generation. Owners of a Golf GTE (plug-in hybrid) or regular Golf are also welcome. GTD's aren't mentioned in the whole press release, because […]
Here there are no surprises, the Turbo recovers the aesthetic changes operated in the Carrera (new air intakes in the bumper with LED lights, new air extractors in the rear). You have to be an expert "porschista" to see the differences. The main change, however, […]
We moved to South Africa to see the duel between the American and the British, in both cases in the long versions (Wrangler Unlimited and Defender 110) and with the same tires, BF Goodrich brand. The tyres are ideal for off-roading, not for cruising down the […]
The seventh generation, introduced in 2012, has almost fulfilled its life cycle (yes, every year that passes people get bored before and products are renewed before) given the huge volume of sales it has. With this revision, the new Golf aims to remain the compact […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) have a battery instead of a gasoline tank, […]
The new Nissan NP300 Navara, unveiled a year ago in Thailand, but now we see in its European version is a clear example of this. This rival to the Ford Ranger, Volkswagen Amarok, Toyota Hilux and Mitsubishi L200 inherits from the restyling seen in the Asian version. Manufactured […]
The Touran has grown and modified its proportions, using the new MQB platform. It is 130 mm longer, 36 mm wider and 6 mm shorter, resulting in 4,527 mm high, 1,829 mm wide and 1,628 mm high. The wheelbase has grown almost as much as the length, 113 mm. According […]
Fergal McGrath and Julian Warren, both from Honda's R&D department, took on the challenge of driving across Europe with the lowest fuel consumption. On average, each 50-litre tank of diesel in the 120PS Civic Tourer 1.6 i-DTEC lasted 1,491km. The average fuel […]
The first thing to understand is what lag is. In supercharged engines, when the rider presses the throttle hard, the engine does not respond in a linear fashion to his demand for "more power". Instead, what it does is gain some torque as the exhaust gas flows accelerate. […]
The manufacturer describes the update as practically complete, "from top to bottom" (sic) although it's not that big a deal. It gets new full LED headlights - a first for Subaru - new rear lights, new rear light clusters, 10-spoke aluminum wheels, rear spoiler […]
The generalist mid-size sedan segment has been "upside down" for a few years now. On the one hand, pressure from premium brands, and on the other, mid-size SUVs are eclipsing the prominence that generalist brands once enjoyed. The huge increase in sales of models […]
Top Gear hasn't been getting off the ground since March 2015, when Jeremy Clarkson's non-renewal was announced for assaulting a producer, Oisin Tymons, for reasons of gastronomic logistics. In June of the same year, BBC insider Chris Evans was confirmed as a […]
Rolls-Royce will debut a new aluminum platform starting in 2018, and this model will be among the first to have it. This brand's cars are as luxurious and exclusive as they are heavy, and this SUV will be a real behemoth. Anyone could say that getting hit by […]
Let's start with its impressive engine, the M840T, one of the world's tightest 4.0 V8s: 720 hp and 770 Nm of peak torque. It has 41% new parts compared to the previous 3.8 V8, its two turbos allow it to get 180 hp/litre, which is a savage per se. The cooling of […]
While they were still sounding out the possibilities of the project, in 2006 something would happen that would completely change the plans: Pininfarina discovered James Glickenhaus' Ferrari P4/5 project, starting its one-off services. Ferrari Pininfarina P4/5 After […]
Nowadays, when we talk about hybrids, it is easy to think of parallel or combined hybrids, in which the internal combustion engine does transmit mechanical power to the wheels (always or part-time). However, there is a variant in which the petrol engine is not […]
They also loaded it with equipment and technology, but took away the aesthetics of the car and its dynamic behavior. The engines were no wonder either, and to make matters worse, many of the optional equipment ended up failing, with reliability problems too present, […]
Few will doubt that Audi is one of the brands that takes more to the extreme in the concept of unifying the design language for its entire range, and does so to an extent that -even for the most observant- becomes complicated to guess which Audi is following us […]
These new engine regulations had been approved in 1989, with the idea of putting them into effect in 1991. De facto, the Wankel engine would be banned from the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the 1991 season. Mazda was in an extremely difficult situation: After years of […]
But what is the suspension of a car? To keep it short, we could define it as everything that connects the wheels to the rest of the car. And as such, it is of vital importance as we will see below. Let's make a summary of the types of suspension and their main […]
Johanna Quandt was the third wife of Herbert Quandt, the industrialist who saved BMW from collapse after World War II. On Herbert Quandt's death in 1982, she inherited 16.7% of BMW shares. Johanna Quandt and her two sons owned a total of 46.8% of BMW. Her death […]
During the following days the desire to race increased, and, for the umpteenth time, I tried to align the stars in an impossible way to return to sit "one last time" (there is never a last time) in a race car to dispute whatever it was... But when you try to gather […]
What I am going to explain next can be done with the rigour of physics formulas and explanatory graphs, but I prefer to do it in everyday language, something that anyone can understand, even if they have never touched a physics book in their life. I start with […]
But in the UK it is, and the guys at Autocar have been able to test it out on the MIRA tracks to see what it's made of. The audio quality is terrible, so we recommend you turn on the subtitles, but seeing the little thing in action is worth it. […]
Previously Toyota's policy had been to have a hybrid version in the main models by 2020, with some caveats such as Land Cruiser, Hilux, Proace or GT 86 (at least for now). Johan Van Zyl, President and CEO of Toyota Motor Europe, revealed that the ranges are going […]
Interestingly, in the Italian Autopareri forum circulate the two images you have below these lines, where we can see more of the design of this mixed-use vehicle, which uses separate headlights by function, a bit like its cousin, the Jeep Cherokee. […]
The Thai market will welcome it with open arms. Aesthetically, it shares its front end genetics with the facelifted Outlander. Inside it shows its L200 origin. It measures 4,785 millimeters long, and has a ground clearance of 218 millimeters. It is powered by […]
It is in 1982 that appears for the first time in the range of the German manufacturer a "compact" sedan, according to the terminology of the brand. And it is that the W201, as it is known internally, is the smallest car to date of the brand of the star. One […]
No one is unaware that the proportions of the EQA are similar to those of the compact A-Class, which leads me to wonder if the future production model could share at least part of the body with the next generation "combustion" of the German compact. Regarding its […]
What are car bearings? Car bearings are devices that are usually mounted between the wheel hub and the brake disc, the purpose of which is to minimize friction between a fixed component, the hub, and a moving component, the wheel. The bearings mounted in cars […]
My love for Mazda is well known to all of you, but the rotary era came to an end with the demise of the RX-8 from the market. The general public lost interest in coupes, and added to that was the Wankel's perpetual reputation for being complicated, chugging engines. […]
The new GTC4Lusso T joins the Ferrari family by positioning itself just below the 6.3-litre naturally aspirated V12. It adopts an evolution of the well-known 3.9-liter turbocharged V8 engine (California T, 488 GTB) that delivers a maximum of 610 hp at 7,500 RPM, […]
Why? Well, for starters, there's one issue that, to this day, is still unfeasible to solve for the conventional home user: The aforementioned "G-forces". When you've been a driver, or you've been out on the road consistently many times, your body gets used to various […]
Citroën's strategy is the same, but different from that of the other automotive groups. Today, the market is made up of cloned cars, with shared platforms and sometimes overlapping approaches. Citroën, despite following the same course, does so with an unconventional […]
Only the boot, windscreen and hood are the same; everything else has been revised. The range is divided into two models, 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S. Visually they can be easily distinguished by larger air intakes, bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running […]
Over 500 landmark JLR cars reside in the purpose-built 14,000 square metre facility, in what the company describes as a "living assembly of British motoring history". The intention is not to keep these gems stationary in this new centre, but we are already being […]
So interesting it is and so many good memories it brings back, especially thinking that Mazda hasn't associated "MPS" with a "six" since then, that we've decided to bring it to Pistonudos to star in this week's USPI. Let's go with it. The 2002 Mazda6 was an […]
While the 1.2 TDI CR and 2.0 TDI CR engines only needed a reprogramming of the control unit, the 1.6 TDI CR also needs a filter that is placed in the intake. This filter corrects the flow so that the air mass sensor works more precisely. The operation takes […]
Like its predecessor, the Portofino is a convertible with a retractable hardtop, even though this solution is being abandoned by almost everyone. It is 1.6 centimeters longer and 2.8 centimeters wider than the California T, while maintaining perfect grand touring […]
What does the timing belt do and what is it for? The timing belt is one of the most important parts of any engine. It is used to synchronize the crankshaft with the cam shaft. Simply put, the timing belt allows the different parts of the engine to work in sync, […]
Now Automotive News is pulling the wool over our eyes, and after questioning several sources, has set a date for the Martorell-based company's second SUV. The American publication says that SEAT will have a B-segment SUV to fight with the Captur in 2017, complementing […]
Although SsangYong has been in Spain for 21 years and can count on a sales network of 65 dealers, it needs a product that makes a difference with the past. The first of that offensive is the Tivoli. And with Europe addicted to diesel, the Tivoli D16T will be the […]
It has a very important challenge, to enter one of the most disputed segments at the moment. Compact SUVs, or C-segment SUVs, are growing exponentially in market share. They currently account for 20% of sales on the European continent and it was vital for SEAT […]
The only downside we see to this compact family car is that it will be offered exclusively with a mechanical and a gearbox: The four-cylinder boxer 170 hp petrol, with CVT gearbox and traction, obviously, all-wheel drive. Homologates an average consumption of […]
To date there are seven installments, and it should culminate with ten. The arguments of those responsible are very simple: if the public keeps wanting to see more installments, they will be made. Money is not a problem, as the saga has multiplied by three every […]
What is the egr valve? To understand what the egr valve is, first of all it is necessary to explain that egr is an acronym that stands for Exhaust Gas Recirculation. This acronym already suggests what the egr valve is for. The egr valve is a mechanical component […]
As I have already told you on another occasion, before the end of the year the Fiat 500 will receive its last major renovation of the current generation. New front and rear light clusters plus small detail tweaks on the bumpers will serve to update an aesthetic […]
The reason? The roof and doors of the Roadster Coupe were leaking and letting water into the cabin. The problem was not with the roof or the doors themselves, but with the structure of the chassis itself, which meant that repairs to the vehicle cost the brand €3,000 […]
You're driving along in silence and at some point you notice something unusual on the dashboard of your car. A colored light comes on and you don't know what it means. Green? No problem. Blue? Same here. Yellow? We're starting to get worried. Red? It's getting […]
For example, the customer agrees not to use the racing functions on public roads. The agreement also informs about the limitations of the Nitto NT05R front drag tires, which are very sensitive to wear on the highway, rain or low temperatures. You have to have […]
Who are the newbies? Before getting into the dense web of new licence limits, it is useful to define who the new licensees really are. According to Italian law, the term "neopatentado" refers to those who have held an A, A2, B or B1 driving licence for less […]
If you like the Kuro, based on the imminent retractable hardtop version, maybe you'll see your wishes come true and you'll be able to buy an MX-5 with that semi-matte metallic paint. Personally I'd advise against it, as it's almost impossible to keep that kind […]
All three bodystyles -SC, 5p and ST- receive minor changes to the headlights, bonnet, grille, bumpers and wheel design. There are three new colours, Boheme, Mystery and Desire Red. At this point I miss the time when the brand had a more Spanish flavour in every […]
Everything leads us to an origin: January 1920, Hiroshima prefecture, Toyo Cork Kogyo Company Inc. is founded from the remains of the bankrupt Abemaki Cork, a company specializing in the manufacture of artificial cork, as a substitute for natural cork. Unfortunately, […]
This is the "e-tron quattro concept", a very faithful advance to the production car that we will see in a few years in Audi dealerships in the form of fully electric SUV, probably with the name of Q6 e-tron. In fact, the Ingolstadt firm itself in the press release […]
And, mind you, for a driving geek like me, that's inspiring and motivating. In a market where all manufacturers seem extremely fearful of launching anything that might cause the slightest criticism or fear on the part of press and customers, Abarth has put two... […]
In the case of dieselgate, they weren't going to stand still. To shed some light (or more uncertainty) on how Volkswagen will fix cars with affected engines with the software of discord, Consumer Reports road-tested two Volkswagens with, according to them, the […]
Before I get into the subject, let me start the article by remembering the first time I got into a convertible, that was about twenty years ago, but I remember it quite well. It was thanks to a friend who, knowing my passion for cars, asked me one day if I wanted […]
An engine backfire occurs whenever the air-fuel mixture in your […]
Enough to convince Peugeot's sex appeal fans? If that's not enough for you, hold on, because it looks like the 308 R-Hybrid could also end up going into production. At least PSA is playing with us by hinting that it will. Looks like #Peugeot308RHYbrid is ready […]
Buying exclusive cars for investment purposes has been common practice for some time now. Traditional safe havens for money are changing, either because the traditional ones are not so safe, or because of the emergence of new ones. The purchase of classic cars […]
All of them feature, among many other things, a new, fresher front end that denotes a higher quality even in the most basic versions. The headlights are now offered with LED technology and a modernized design at the same time more elegant. The grille has also been […]
While most of the B-segment is filling up with turbocharged three-cylinders above 100 hp, Toyota maintains its reliance on the natural intake and mechanical balance of a four-cylinder. The new ESTEC family engine delivers 111 bhp of power and 136 Nm of peak […]
6 Fascinating Rotary Cars - That Aren't Mazda RXs Why […]
The 964 was the first major evolution of the nine-eleven, leaving behind many of the drawbacks and problems of the first body of the model, to evolve technologically in a major way, while retaining much of the original DNA of the legendary Porsche model. It abandoned […]
We will now explain in more detail the origin and development of this model. Starting point, 288 GTO (1984) We entered the time machine and we came out in 1982 with shoulder pads and backcombed hair, when the Group B rally car appeared. For several years […]
At Silverstone, the Williams and the Mercedes were fighting for the same amount of track time, all four cars within two seconds of each other. The first set of pit stops allowed Lewis Hamilton to move into the lead by unseating Massa and Bottas in the pits. […]
Everything changes when he starts discussing possibilities with Performance Technic owner Joey Gaffey, who suggests transplanting the M3 E9X V8 under the hood into the 1 Series. That's when the madness of transforming the 135i into a 1M Coupe by using the suspension […]
The new LC coupe is truly cool, and the RX and NX crossover sell in huge numbers within the Japanese firm's range, but no other vehicle in Lexus' history has been as relevant as the original LS. It marked the true power of a flagship. To re-establish the LS's credentials […]
In recent months they have been published several speed records obtained from hypercar stradali, Such as Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+, Koenigsegg Agera RS, Hennessey Venom F5 e SSC Tuatara; this latest super-aerodynamic car was the one it got caused the greatest […]
Over time his Youtube channel has become a reference point to keep abreast of what's going on in the electric car company with almost 13,000 subscribers, even testing competing models. Considering his experience and knowledge of the brand, he deserves an interview, […]
Porsche says the engine puts out 700bhp and 760Nm of torque, making it the most powerful 911 ever. Like the GT3 RS, all that power is sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission built specifically for this car. And no, there's no manual […]
Being aware that following the whole case and its multiple news stories from the beginning is a real gibberish -even for those of us who are dedicated to this- I thought it appropriate to make a summary of what happened in a year, but explained in simpler language. […]
It doesn't have to snow, cold weather hardens the rubber and degrades performance. When there is a greater variation in temperatures, it is more difficult to choose the right tyres, because they will do well in some conditions, and perform worse in the opposite […]
What is a car coupon? A car coupon is a periodic inspection in which the condition of all the car's components subject to wear and tear is examined. Over time and as the number of kilometres driven increases, the different parts of the car tend to wear down […]
The headlights are now fully LED, so you can perfectly modulate the beam of light depending on the visual conditions, without dazzling others. At the rear we will see that the optical groups have been darkened. As for the interior, it receives the Model X's "all-proof" […]
But they will not be the only ones. At the Frankfurt Motor Show, next Tuesday, the firm will present a limited series, under the name Abarth 595 Yamaha Factory Racing Edition, which will use a similar blue and white livery on the 180-horsepower 595 Competizione. At […]
It's the same Ken Block we're used to seeing, with his donuts, drifts, and handbrake pulls, but this time with a little more danger. Pikes Peak is one of those competitions that barely allows for driver error. The 20km course is about as close as you can get […]
Therefore, the Opel Corsa will have more in common with the Peugeot 208 (or whatever the successor is called) than with the Chevrolet Aveo. Using PSA technology is easier to make money because you don't have to pay royalties to the former parent company. The […]
Yes, its defenders have come to the fore. In an industry that is too aesthetically conformist, for once someone dares to do something different, we go and charge against it. But maybe the problem is not in doing something different, but in having done something […]
What are the Auto 2020 scrappage incentives? Incentives for scrapping cars are one of the many measures that our Government adopts in an attempt to modernize and make the national vehicle fleet less polluting. The average car on the road in Italy is at least […]
Kia is betting that by 2020 the juiciest segment in Europe will be the B-SUV, and that it will overtake the C-SUV. In other words, they intend to attract the traditional B-segment customer, those who move down from the C-segment, and those who want something more […]
If you're one of those dying to own one, now's your chance. Because Caterham Cars is now offering a financing plan for customers interested in financing a Seven in kit form (self-assembly). This is another of the great British and Caterham traditions: build […]
There's also no problem when it comes to which gearbox to choose, with both the ten-speed automatic and the six-speed manual, the 'Line-Lock' function will be available. It's worth remembering that this function is intended for use on the racetrack, not in urban […]
But there's a trick to it. Audi boasts that in an automotive world where downsizing seems to prevail, they have been able to stay with a displacement of two liters for 190 horsepower thanks to an "innovative combustion method". What is it about? Well, as you […]
Rudolf Diesel worked for MAN AG, owned by the Krupp group of companies, which at that time was engaged in the development of high-capacity engines that would improve the timid thermodynamic ratio of the engines used until then. The first prototypes used palm […]
5 things to know before taking your car to the mechanic For some people going to the mechanic is worse than going to the dentist, for others it's a pleasant routine. No matter which one it is, these 5 simple tips will make your life easier and avoid unpleasant […]
In the case of the SUV trend and its escalation "downwards", something similar has happened. The Hiroshima firm was already aware of this type of car, thanks to its large presence in the United States, a market that served to justify the creation of the CX-9 and […]
If we take into account the sales figures for Europe, including the EFTA free trade area, the 2 Series Active/Gran Tourer is the most successful premium MPV in the C-segment. But if we also consider the generalists, only the Volkswagen Touran and the Citroën C4 […]
Although the electric car has only been on the rise for a few years now - as it were - man began its development as early as the 19th century. In fact, the first electric "car" dates back to 1839. I say "car" because it was in fact a carriage equipped with an electric […]
It's clear that not all drivers need the same thing, and all-wheel drive is certainly not always essential. For most people it has more disadvantages than advantages: an extra 3,000 euros (or more), more weight, more fuel consumption and an element more susceptible […]
The steering wheel on the right hand side limits the nationality of the owner to the United Kingdom, some Commonwealth countries or former British colonies, Japan... If we look at its design, the grille is the largest installed on any modern Rolls-Royce. It is […]
The charging cycle in a car battery causes highly flammable and […]
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In the range there were two categories: racing cars and street cars, although being the constructor Ferrari, the street models were not far from the tracks. In addition, there were models that belonged to both categories at the same time. The chassis of this series […]
There are versions of the Polo for almost every taste, from the humble basic 60 hp and Edition finish, to the 192 hp GTI. I'll be analysing it from the point of view of a young man who uses this car for his regular journeys, a circumstance I've simulated with great […]
Aware that it has made many of its customers wait and has, in short, lost a lot of ground in the traditional sedan segment (which is no longer as buoyant as it once was), Ford is betting on a wide range of engines, including a hybrid version, full standard equipment […]
If we see a car with retractable headlights, it is surely a classic or on its way to becoming one. It was 2004 the last year in which cars with this technology were on sale, like the Corvette C5 that heads these lines. Pedestrian protection regulations and efficiency […]
Too much or too little? Considering that the Audi A3 is leading with almost 200,000 units a year, the BMW 1 Series is around 130,000 units, and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class is at 120,000 units, the result is a joke. Even the Alfa Romeo Giulietta sells four times as […]
And that brings us today to talk about MazdaSpeed, the racing and sports variant division of the house of Hiroshima. To trace its history we have to go back in time to the mid-sixties, and it puts us on the trail of Yojiro Terada. Terada, born in Kobe in 1947, […]
Supposedly inspired by the FSM Beskid project, although Renault has never openly acknowledged it, the first Twingo took advantage of its miniature minivan format, mixed with the versatility of a nice and simple interior, with sliding rear bench seats and a "smiling" […]
In the second spot, the C-HR sneaks into the legendary Steet Fighter II by CAPCOM, one of the games that made the most money fly in the arcades for people of my generation, or that made the most Super Nintendo controllers suffer. More than one will remember […]
What is the Swiss vignette for? The Swiss vignette is the means of payment required to drive on Swiss motorways and dual carriageways since 1985. It is a square sticker about 6 cm by 6 cm showing the motorway symbol, the year of validity and the serial number. […]
In 1958 he moved to Turin to work at Ghia, where he designed, among others, the beautiful Innocenti 950, leaving for Pininfarina when the famous company was still run by its founder, Battista Pininfarina. One of Tom's first projects for Grugliasco's company […]
These engines require a diesel with low sulphur content, known over there as ultra-low-sulphur diesel (ULSD), to produce lower emissions of sulphur oxides (SOx), responsible for the generation of acid rain. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California […]
When you face a race like Le Mans, in a circuit that has as its hallmarks its very long straights, the importance of acceleration at the exit of the chicanes, and the performance in fast corner for the "Porsche eses", and mix it with a specific fuel limitation […]
Maximum torque is the "ugly cousin" of power. Unknown to a large part of the population, misunderstood by others, it is an extremely important value, not only because of its specific amount at a given point, but also because of its variability throughout the revolutions […]
We already know, unfortunately, that safety in the Indian market leaves a lot to be desired, and is at the same level (or worse) than that offered by normal cars in the 90s in Europe. And it's been 20 years. The latest batch of Global NCAP results is a real […]
The German manufacturer wants to turn the page with the smoke raised by its Euro 5 TDI engines around the world, and convince us that the future lies in a massive support for electromobility. In less than a decade they intend to sell one in four cars with electric […]
Off-season thunderstorms and heavy hailstorms are increasingly frequent in our country: protect your car from bad weather is therefore essential to prevent the body come accidentally damaged. Dents caused by hail could in fact require the intervention of a specialist, […]
According to the manufacturer, the McLaren P1 - plain and simple - is under 7 minutes per lap, but there is no official time for it. The German rival left the record at 6:57, that would be the figure to beat. The feat has already been tested through simulations, […]
The Jeep Cherokee Night Eagle is characterized by a sportier look, with a choice of four body colors: Gloss Black, Gloss White, Metal Gray and Granite Gray. As for the equipment level, this Cherokee is based on the Longitude and has design elements in dark tones […]
The car gains speed with desire and the sound, although not orgasmic like the 458 Italia, impresses you with its depth, while the wind begins to be heard too, massaging the fine bodywork of Italian design. I kiss the 210 per hour marker while I slightly hollow […]
The car was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1961. And it turned out to be a milestone in automotive history. In addition to approaching one million visitors (960,000, to be exact), the show was notable for the introduction of the seat belt to the public. […]
What is the pollen filter? The pollen filter is a device that filters the air entering the vehicle through the air vents. Without the pollen filter, any particulate matter and dust in the air and on the road surface could enter the passenger compartment, soiling […]
"The results of the tests carried out by the Technical Commission chaired by the French Minister of Ecology, Ségolène Royal, have been communicated to us and show the absence of any anomaly in PSA Peugeot Citroën vehicles". The same press release notes at the […]
The thing is that the previous Audi R8 took time to become a really valid car for endurance racing. It had achieved really remarkable times at the Nürburgring, taking the first places on the grid, but its electrical problems were many until Audi solved them and […]
Most cars are carried across the ocean on a freight ship to their […]
