2016-02-26: Striking DS concept headed for Geneva, more potent Evora and American F1 car ...
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Certainly due to hit the road is the new Lotus Evora Sport 410. As the name suggests, it is powered by a 410 bhp version of the Toyota-sourced, supercharged V6 engine. More importantly, it is also a full 70kg lighter than the Evora 400 it replaces. Thanks to the lowered weight and increased power, the Evora Sport 410 is a full three seconds faster around Lotus' Hethel test track. The top-of-the-range model is due in showrooms later this year and a North America specific model will also be available.
The arrival of Haas F1 this week has prompted us to look back at earlier American involvement in Formula 1 and while the exploits of the front-engined Scarabs and the Grand Prix winning Penske PC4were already well covered, we did not yet have an article on the short-lived Scirocco. Although it was built in England and entered in the 1963 World Championship under the British flag, the project was financed by a young American millionaire, to further the driving career of his guardian. Although powered by the frontline BRM V8, the cars failed to run competitively before the funds ran out. Remarkably both cars built have survived and are pictured in our 64-shot gallery.
2016-02-24: New McLaren and Bentleys headed for Geneva and more F1 images ...
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Bentley will use the Geneva Motor Show to launch a revised Mulsanne line-up. A refinement of the existing model, the new Mulsanne is changed in detail only. In addition to the 'base' model, Bentley also offers the Extended Wheelbase and the high-performance Speed versions.
Also due in Geneva will be the new Mercedes-AMG C 43 Coupe and the Audi S4 Avant.
We have also kept a close eye on the Formula 1 testing and have added on-track images of the Haas VF-16, Renault R.S. 16 and Force India VJM09.
2016-02-22: F1's class of 2016 hits the track and Maserati's new SUV revealed ...
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Over the weekend, Maserati also released the first details of the all-new Levante. Due to be unveiled in Geneva next week, it is the Italian manufacturer's very first SUV. Although few specifics have been released, we expect the four-wheel drive machine to boast the same range of power-units as the Ghibli.
2016-02-19: New Ferrari and Williams F1 cars, Volvo V90 and more on the Lexus LC 500h ...
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Representing a more subtle evolution is the Williams FW38 Mercedes. Carrying over much of the outgoing FW37, it has been refined to address the weak spots of the 2015 car, which included handling at low speeds. We expect more F1 cars to break cover ahead of the start of testing on Monday, so keep an eye on this page.
Volvo, meanwhile, debuted the fabulous V90 estate at a special launch in Stockholm ahead of the official Geneva debut. Building on 60 years of estate experience, the V90 shares its underpinnings with the S90 sedan that broke cover in Detroit last month. The range-topping T8 is powered by a 402 bhp hybrid drivetrain.
Another hybrid to be unveiled in Geneva is this Lexus LC 500h, we already announced a few days ago. Lexus have now revealed more images and details. It will be powered by a 3.5-litre V6, which is mated to an electric motor. The so called 'Multi Stage Hybrid System' produces a combined 354 bhp and drives the rear wheels through a four-speed, automatic gearbox.
2016-02-17: Rebirth of Alpine, new high performance Jaguars, Bentley, BMW and Lotus ...
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Following a first glimpse a few weeks ago, Jaguar have now released the full details of the range-topping F-Type SVR model, which is available both as a Convertible and a Coupe. The first Jaguar developed by the newly created SVO department features a 575 hp V8, a revised chassis and several subtle exterior cues to distinguish it from the other models in the range.
Also due in Geneva is Bentley's new Flying Spur V8 S. The third Flying Spur variant, it fills the 'void' between the base V8 model and the W12 top-of-the-range version. The twin-turbo eight-cylinder engine fitted in the V8 S is good for 528 hp, which represents a 21 hp hike over the base model.
BMW, meanwhile, announced the X4 M40i, which was presented at a special ceremony at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca yesterday. Its most interesting attribute is a new six-cylinder engine, which is good for 360 hp.
The latest news from Lotus is the Elise Cup 250, which promises to be the fastest ever Elise. Compared to the earlier Elise Cup versions, more weight has been shaved off by using additional carbon-fibre components and also through the use of a lightweight lithium-ion battery. The Elise Cup 250's four-cylinder also produces 26 hp more. Unfortunately, it will not be available in the United States.
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