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SSC Tuatara sustained heavy damage in an accident aboard a car carrier

Shane McGlaun | May 8, 2021

Last December, we talked about the SSC Tuatara hypercar, which is aiming to be the fastest production car in the world. In December, the car was attempting a second record-setting top speed run when it overheated, and the test had to be cut short. Reports have now surfaced that last month the only example of the SSC Tuatara in existence, the very same vehicle seen in the picture below, was heavily damaged in a car carrier accident.

2021 Volkswagen Golf Review: Frugal Farewell

Chris Davies | May 7, 2021

It's hard not to feel sorry for the Volkswagen Golf. Perennially overshadowed by its sportier, more eye-catching Golf GTI sibling, the "regular" car doesn't have the punchy performance or indeed the badge cachet, but hangs its appeal on value instead. As the 2021 Golf TSI prepares to close the books on Mk7 production, it turns out that's still an unexpectedly compelling argument.

Rivian R1T by the numbers: EV pickup spills bed, towing & storage secrets

Chris Davies | May 7, 2021

Rivian's all-electric pickup truck may promise zero-emissions and futuristic styling, but the R1T still has to deliver on practicality. That's just what the Amazon- and Ford-backed startup is talking about today, dropping fresh details on the EV truck just in case you've been wondering quite how much extra flexibility that new electric "skateboard" platform unlocks.

There’s a huge EV hole and I’m in it

Chris Davies | May 7, 2021

Electric vehicles are the future. At least, that's what automakers, regulators, and EV enthusiasts keep telling us, but though I'm a fan of electrification I'm still frustrated. In fact, I'm on a countdown to making a tough electric decision, and it's one that has left me scratching my head about the EVs on offer today, not to mention just how well they actually fit with the lifestyles of potential buyers.

Porsche Tequipment Performance roof box hauls stuff at high speeds

Shane McGlaun | May 7, 2021

Porsche Tequipment is an arm of the sports car maker that builds accessories specifically for Porsche automobiles. It has revealed a new accessory called the Performance roof box developed using a comprehensive program of testing with the Taycan Cross Turismo. The testing program during the development used speeds up to 200 km/h.

The Lamborghini Urus’ high-speed ice record is now official

Alvin Reyes | May 7, 2021

Last March, the Lamborghini Urus set a new top speed record at the Days of Speed event on top of frozen Lake Baikal. The Lambo Urus set the 1,000-meter record by garnering a top speed of 185.17 mph (298 km/h) and an average speed from a standing start of 70.84 mph (114 km/h), highly impressive given the icy and slippery track conditions.

Toyota TRD Camry Next Gen is ready for the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series

Alvin Reyes | May 7, 2021

After two years of development, Toyota recently unveiled the Next Gen TRD Camry for the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series. Interestingly, Toyota is the only manufacturer to have three vehicles competing in NASCAR: The Supra in the NASCAR Xfinity Series (NFX); the Tundra in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS); and the TRD Camry in the NASCAR Cup Series (NCS).

Polestar 2 adds a video streaming app to pass the time while charging

Chris Davies | May 6, 2021

Polestar is adding a video streaming app to the Android Automotive OS dashboard of the Polestar 2, though as you'd hope the EV has some strict limits on playback depending on whether you're driving or not. Currently in beta, the Polestar 2 video app is designed to give drivers something to occupy themselves as they wait at public chargers.

Brembo introduces G Sessanta Concept brake caliper for motorcycles

Alvin Reyes | May 6, 2021

Italian braking expert Brembo is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Commemorating this glorious event is the brand’s newest brake caliper concept for motorcycles. The latest G Sessanta Concept is unlike any brake caliper you’ve seen before. Embodying the desirable traits of a genuine concept, G Sessanta is Brembo’s vision for the future of mobility.

The Citroën Ami Cargo is an electric microvan for small business errands

Alvin Reyes | May 6, 2021

You’ve probably heard of the Citroën Ami EV, a micro EV that’s small enough to be driven by 14-year-old teeny boppers without a full driving license – in France, at least. Nevertheless, the Ami is a brilliant and dirt-cheap city car with a conscience. And now, Citroën has unveiled the microvan version of the Ami, which makes it doubly desirable.

Mercedes’ cheapest electric SUV adds two new 4MATIC models

Chris Davies | May 5, 2021

Mercedes-Benz has added two new versions of its EQA electric crossover, making all-wheel drive an option on the most affordable EV in its line-up. Revealed at the start of the year, the 2022 EQA is the electric counterpart to its smallest SUV, the GLA.

Ferrari 812 Competizione makes an extreme supercar even wilder

Chris Davies | May 5, 2021

Ferrari has revealed its latest supercar, with the 812 Competizione promising to coax more performance from the Italian automaker's iconic V12 engine. Offered in both coupe and targa variants, though each only in vanishingly small numbers, each can go from 0-62 mph in 2.85 seconds, and hit a top speed of 211 mph.