Engines

New MINI Cooper Makes North American Debut at L.A. Auto Show

The third-generation MINI Cooper, featuring new engines and a revised platform, was unveiled at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show following its global reveal in Oxford.

Peugeot 2008 Allure 1.6 e-HDI: Urban Crossover Focuses on Practicality and Efficiency

Peugeot’s 2008 Allure 1.6 e-HDI brings diesel efficiency and crossover versatility to the B-segment, targeting city drivers who want space and low running costs without four-wheel drive.

Nissan Qashqai+2 1.6 dCi Manual: Seven-Seat Diesel Crossover Tested

Nissan’s Qashqai+2 with the 1.6-litre dCi engine and manual gearbox adds two extra seats and a practical diesel option to the popular crossover range.

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.2 DI-D 4WD Auto: Diesel SUV Focuses on Comfort and Practicality

Mitsubishi’s 2013 Outlander 2.2 DI-D 4WD Auto brings a revised diesel engine, updated cabin and a suite of convenience features, but real-world fuel economy lags behind official figures.

Dacia Reaches 100,000th 0.9 TCe Engine Milestone in Romania

Dacia’s Mioveni plant has produced its 100,000th 0.9-litre TCe turbocharged engine, less than a year after the unit’s introduction in the brand’s core models.

Infiniti M35h: Hybrid Power with Sports Sedan Pace

Infiniti’s 2013 M35h brings 360hp hybrid performance to the luxury saloon segment, pairing strong acceleration with real-world fuel economy and a distinct driving experience.

Toyota's Incoming Chairman Urges Return of Supra-Like Sports Car

Takeshi Uchiyamada, set to become Toyota’s chairman, has called for a new flagship sports car reminiscent of the Supra, with development linked to BMW collaboration.

Fiat Backs Compressed Natural Gas Over Fuel Cell Power

Fiat has reaffirmed its preference for compressed natural gas vehicles, citing infrastructure and efficiency concerns as it distances itself from hydrogen fuel cell development.

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507 launches in Italy from €90,150

The C63 AMG Edition 507, offered as saloon, coupé and estate, brings 507hp from its naturally aspirated V8 and is now available to Italian buyers.

Renault Megane Sport Tourer dCi110 EDC: Practicality and Economy in Focus

Renault’s Megane Sport Tourer with the dCi 110 diesel and EDC automatic aims to balance family estate practicality with low running costs, but real-world consumption diverges from official figures.

Lamborghini Egoista roars to life in new video

The one-off Lamborghini Egoista concept, created for the marque’s 50th anniversary, is captured firing up its 600hp V10 engine in a newly released video.

Mercedes-Benz reveals updated Unimog and Econic for 2014

The 2014 Unimog and Econic gain Euro 6 engines, revised cabins and fresh styling, with production set for September and sales later in the year.

Nissan Navara 3.0 AT: Rugged Ability Meets Everyday Demands

Nissan’s Navara 3.0-litre automatic impresses with off-road capability and robust design, but high fuel consumption and interior compromises remain for daily users.

Renault Megane GT Line blends RS chassis with diesel efficiency

The Megane GT Line adopts the Renaultsport Megane’s chassis and pairs it with a 1.6 dCi diesel, offering a mix of dynamic handling and strong fuel economy.

German Diesel Car Sales Surge in US as Automakers Expand Offerings

Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Porsche have all reported double-digit growth in US diesel car sales, prompting a wave of new diesel model launches for 2013.

Honda Amaze to Launch in India with Three Engine Options

Honda confirms the Amaze saloon will arrive in India offering buyers a choice of three powertrains, including a new diesel developed for the market.

Roush unveils 2014 Mustang with up to 675bhp

Roush Performance has revealed its 2014 Mustang range, offering buyers supercharged V8 power, multiple tuning stages and a starting price of $31,545 in the US.

Honda debuts new 2.2-litre i-DTEC diesel at Geneva

Honda's all-new Accord arrives at Geneva 2008 with a cleaner, more powerful 2.2-litre diesel engine and a full Euro 5-compliant line-up.

Ford Confirms EcoBoost Mustang for Europe in 2015

Ford will offer the 2015 Mustang in Europe with a new 2.3-litre EcoBoost turbocharged engine, marking a major shift for the iconic muscle car as it targets new buyers.

Brabus 800 Widestar: 800hp G 65 AMG debuts at Geneva

Brabus has unveiled the 800 Widestar at the Geneva Motor Show, transforming the Mercedes-Benz G 65 AMG into an 800hp, wide-body SUV with extensive performance upgrades.

Volkswagen Golf TGI BlueMotion Makes Natural Gas Play at Geneva

Volkswagen introduced the Golf TGI BlueMotion at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, offering a bi-fuel hatchback and estate with a new 1.4 TSI engine running on natural gas and petrol.

Nissan Note debuts at Geneva with new engines and tech

Nissan has unveiled the second-generation Note at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, introducing new engines, safety technology and a sharper design aimed at the European B-segment.

SRT Viper to Remain a North American Exclusive for 2013

Chrysler confirmed the 2013 SRT Viper will not be sold in Europe, focusing sales and marketing efforts on the US and Canadian markets for its relaunch.

Honda tops engine reliability as MG Rover and German brands struggle

Warranty Direct’s 2013 report highlights Honda and Toyota as the UK’s most reliable engine makers, while MG Rover, Audi, BMW and Volkswagen rank among the worst for engine failures.