With the increasing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), more people are wondering what are the components making up an EV powertrain? Have you? For over 100 years, internal combustion engines (ICE) have been the powertrain of choice for personal vehicles around the World. However, automobile manufacturers, politicians, and stakeholders are pushing to replace ICE vehicles with …
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The all-new Mercedes-AMG SL Roadster goes back to its high-performance roots When most new car announcements these days seem to be SUVs, trucks, or minivans, it is refreshing to see a new sports car, a completely new sports car at that. While the all-new Mercedes Benz has a lineage that can be traced back to …
Built to change perceptions, the Toyota 2000GT was Japan’s first supercar In 2021, there is no shortage of historically significant Japanese sports cars. There is the Lexus LFA, Nissan GTR, and Toyota Supra Mark IV. However, one of the first significant Japanese sports cars is also one of the most valuable. Most importantly, it was …
The Porsche 934 was based on the Porsche 930 Turbo and built to FIA Group 4 specifications Coming up with the next winning racecar has always been a primary driving force for Porsche, with the expectation that when the next season begins, Porsche will overwhelm the competition. The public debut of the Porsche 930 Turbo …
The new 2022 Lexus LX600 improves on the performance, luxury, comfort, efficiency, off-road capabilities, and structural rigidity of the LX to make an even better luxury SUV The 2022 Lexus LX600 is luxury and off-road prowess wrapped in iconic Toyota Land Cruiser reliability. As a result, it has a large and loyal global following. The …
The Mercedes Benz W 196 or 300 SLR is amongst one of the most famous, if not the most beautiful racing cars of all time. Other than that, what is so special about the Mercedes Benz W 196? When it comes to German motorsports, most people think of Porsche with its 906, 917, 935, 956, …
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With a hybrid drivetrain like a locomotive and body made of fabric, is this the SUV of the future? Another “boutique” automaker from England aims to upend the automotive industry. However, instead of with automobiles as McLaren has done, this company is targeting off-road vehicles. The Pioneer, built by Ferring, is undergoing extensive testing, and …
The Toyota AE86 comes from an era of iconic Japanese automobiles that were over-engineered and where no expense was spared in producing the best If there was ever a “golden age of automobiles,” especially concerning Japanese cars, one can argue that the 1980s was it. During this time, we saw the Toyota Supra, the Toyota …
Lamborghini composite development has been leading the advancement of carbon fiber for the automotive industry for the over 35 years Lamborghini is one of the top supercar manufacturers in the world. Only the most serious car fans know that Lamborghini started as a tractor manufacturer. Fewer still know that Lamborghini composite development has a long …
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The Porsche Mission R gives a fascinating glimpse at the race car of the future For as long as the automobile has been around, the winning recipe for the racing car has been a lightweight body wrapped around a powerful internal combustion engine. But, after more than a century, that formula is changing. The Porsche …
