Pre-series Taycan Turbo S ripped through the Nordschleife 26 seconds quicker than the current version. Porsche's lap record for its Taycan Turbo S on the Nurburgring Nordschleife was 7 minutes and 7.55 seconds, set by Porsche development driver Lars Kern in August 2022 in a current-generation vehicle with the performance package. On 2 January 2024, Lars walloped his own lap time in a pre-series next-generation Taycan Turbo S by an eye-watering 26 ...
Read MoreMacan prototypes tested thoroughly for performance and efficiency. The new Porsche Macan will soon make its global debut. Until then, leading up to this launch saw Porsche putting Macan prototypes through gruelling tests in extreme conditions to ensure reliability, performance and efficiency. Ten years after its launch, the Macan is now in its second generation in all-electric form. As the first Porsche model built on the new Premium Platform Electric (PPE), the ...
Read MoreAll new paint colours for the latest Panamera are available for even more variety. A fresh colour programme is now available for the latest-generation Porsche Panamera. These include but are not limited to Montego Blue Metallic, Ice Grey Metallic, Lugano Blue and Madeira Gold Metallic. Madeira Gold Metallic, for example, is a warm, cognac-hued colour tone that evokes a golden autumn. Subtle effect pigments create a metallic brilliance and underline the ...
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Continental Automotive unveils world’s first floating transparent infotainment display by Swarovski Crystal
Get ready for a touch of class when your next ride features a transparent crystal infotainment display. At the Consumner Electronics Show (CES) 2024 in Las Vegas this month, Continental Automotive unveiled the world’s first near-transparent car infotainment display by Swarovski Crystal. This 10-inch premium automotive display is fully embedded in a clear crystal housing that opens up new possibilities to integrate minimalist styling with the latest features in luxury cars. ...
Read MoreMcLaren’s GT gets more power, less weight and minor styling changes, making it even more potent. Wave goodbye to the McLaren GT and roll out the red carpet for the McLaren GTS. McLaren's somewhat practical supercar has been rechristened; ready for a game of 'spot the difference'? At first glance, you might think, "What's changed?" The GTS boasts a new, more assertive front bumper, now sporting wider air intakes. Look over its shoulders, ...
Read MoreThe new Xiaomi car launch is backed by Xiaomi's CEO, who aims to become one of the world's top five automakers. Xiaomi, the Chinese giant we all know for smartphones and electronics, will soon be taking on the automotive sector. On December 28, they unveiled their very first electric car model. It’s called the SU7, and 'SU' isn’t just any acronym; it stands for "Speed Ultra". Lei Jun is pitching this sedan ...
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Jaguar Land Rover Embraces Digital Transformation Through Partnership with Tata Communications
The partnership with Jaguar Land Rover and Tata Communications will see 128 JLR global sites connected with cloud-first, software defined network capabilities. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has recently announced a new partnership with Tata Communications, the global commtech (communications technology) player, to future-proof its digital transformation and pave the way for new standards such as Industry 4.0 and advanced analytics. JLR is on a mission with its Reimagine strategy, and Tata Communications ...
Read MorePorsche car number two million built for a customer in Dubai. Employees at the Porsche site in Saxony celebrated a special production milestone. The two-millionth Porsche to be built in Leipzig – a Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid in Madeira Gold Metallic – left the production line on its way to a customer in Dubai. The Panamera model line has been in operation in Leipzig since 2009. For a little bit of backstory, ...
Read MoreAfter four years, the long-awaited launch of the Tesla Cybertruck electric pickup has come and gone. But, was it worth the hype? The moment we've all been waiting for has finally rolled in - the Tesla Cybertruck has hit the streets, or rather, it's gearing up to hit them. After a four-year wait that felt longer than a cross-country road trip, this angular beast has made its grand entrance. It's been ...
Read MoreLand Cruiser 70 is said to only be available as a JDM model. The Toyota Land Cruiser, now 72 years old, has been a staple of the rough and tumble worldwide. Remember, the Aussies have a saying that goes something like, “if you want to head bush, take a Land Rover. But if you want to come back out again, take a Land Cruiser.” Toyota’s legendary reliability and simplicity meant that the ...
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