Design

Volkswagen ID. Tiguan to Replace ID.4 and ID.5 in 2027

Volkswagen will phase out the ID.4 and ID.5 with the new ID. Tiguan, reviving the legacy nameplate for its electric SUV and returning physical controls after customer demand.

Tesla Patent Reveals Sports Car with Active Wing, Hints at Roadster Preview

A newly published Tesla patent shows a detailed sports car with an active rear wing, prompting speculation about the upcoming Roadster's design and aerodynamic features.

Next-Gen Polestar 2 Targets BMW i3 With New Platform and 800V Tech

Polestar will unveil the second-generation Polestar 2 next year, featuring a new platform, batteries and motors, and aiming to rival the BMW i3 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric.

Mercedes unveils PETRONAS-inspired livery as F1 returns to Sepang

Mercedes has revealed a special PETRONAS-themed livery for the W17 ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix, which will be held at Malaysia's Sepang circuit for the first time since 2017.

Tesla Cybercab and Semi share core thermal system, claims report

A third-party report says Tesla has engineered a shared thermal architecture for the Cybercab and Semi, using common components and promising efficiency gains.

BYD overhauls Seagull EV with larger body and luxury features

BYD’s cheapest electric car, the Seagull, is being replaced by a bigger, more powerful model with higher-end equipment and a new 95 kW motor.

Helderburg’s Vermeer Classic Defender Restomod Priced at $403,740

The Arkansas-based specialist’s Vermeer restomod retains the original 300Tdi engine and costs an estimated 2.5 times more than a new Defender Octa.

Peugeot Teases RC Hybrid Concept Ahead of Paris Motor Show

Peugeot has released shadowy images of its upcoming 'RC...' hybrid concept, promising a four-seat GT with 313bhp and low emissions for the 2008 Paris Motor Show.

Red Bull’s RB8 nose slot draws suspicion despite Newey’s explanation

Adrian Newey says the RB8’s unusual nose air intake is for driver cooling, but rival teams and observers remain unconvinced about its true purpose.

PSA to Separate Peugeot and Citroën Brand Strategies

PSA will reposition Peugeot as a semi-premium brand and push mainstream Citroën models downmarket, while expanding the DS line at the top of its range.

Audi’s e-bike concepts blend carbon tech with performance

Audi’s e-bike projects have ranged from the radical carbon-fibre Worthersee concept to a limited-run e-MTB, each combining car-derived technology with high-end cycling components.

Toyota C-HR GR SPORT marks 10 years with new design and features

The Toyota C-HR GR SPORT celebrates a decade on sale with a refreshed look, new Onyx Grey matte paint, exclusive 20-inch wheels, and updated hybrid and plug-in hybrid options.

2010 Audi A8 previewed in new digital renderings

Unofficial computer-generated images give an early look at the next-generation Audi A8 ahead of its expected debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.

2015 Audi TT Spy Shots Reveal Evolutionary Design

Fresh spy photographs of the next-generation Audi TT show a familiar silhouette and updated details, as Audi prepares to launch the Mk3 coupe later in 2014.

2013 Range Rover Vogue revealed ahead of launch in leaked images

Images published by Top Gear Italy show the new Range Rover Vogue with Evoque-inspired styling, aluminium underpinnings, and a confirmed autumn 2012 debut.

Volkswagen Drops 'Das Auto' Slogan Amid Image Overhaul

Volkswagen will retire its 'Das Auto' slogan in response to the fallout from the Dieselgate scandal, opting for a more modest brand presentation from 2016.

GM begins restoration of sinkhole-damaged 1 millionth Corvette

Ten months after a sinkhole struck the National Corvette Museum, GM has started restoring the historic 1 millionth Corvette, a 1992 convertible, to its original condition.

BMW M3 Pickup: The April Fools’ Prank That Fooled Many

BMW’s M division built a one-off M3 Pickup as an April Fools’ joke in 2011, blending high-performance engineering with a tongue-in-cheek nod to utility vehicles.

Porsche Turns 911 GT3 Exhaust into €2,900 Soundbar

Porsche Design has converted a real 911 GT3 exhaust silencer into a limited-edition 2.1 soundbar, offering 200 watts of power and a price tag of €2,900.

2013 Toyota RAV4 Leaked Ahead of LA Auto Show Debut

Images of the fourth-generation Toyota RAV4 surfaced online days before its official reveal, showing major design and equipment changes for the popular SUV.

SR Auto Group Unveils Lamborghini Project SV Veneto

SR Auto Group has transformed a Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 SuperVeloce into the Project SV Veneto, giving the supercar a striking new look and presence.

Mazda CX-5 to Make Official Debut at Frankfurt Motor Show

Mazda has confirmed its all-new CX-5 crossover will be unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, releasing official images ahead of the event.

Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline launches at $28,745 in US

Dodge introduced the Challenger Rallye Redline special edition for 2012, combining unique red-themed styling and performance tweaks with a starting price of $28,745.

Autonomous Cars Could Abandon Steering Wheels and Pedals

Fully self-driving vehicles may soon make traditional controls and safety features redundant, raising questions for manufacturers and regulators.