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August 9, 2012

Monster Sports E-Runner Pikes Peak Special officially revealed

Monster Sports E-Runner Pikes Peak Special officially revealed

Monster Sports E-Runner Pikes Peak Special officially revealed

Monster Sports has officially unveiled the E-Runner Pikes Peak Special. It will be driven by renowned racer Nobuhiro Tajima.

By Michael Gauthier Aug 09, 2012

Spyker C8 Aileron to get a power boost - report

Spyker C8 Aileron to get a power boost - report

Spyker C8 Aileron to get a power boost - report

Spyker's C8 Aileron is undeniably attractive, but its powerplant leaves something to be desired. Thankfully, that's about to change.

By Michael Gauthier Aug 09, 2012

McLaren director dismisses V12 engines, hints at a six-cylinder

McLaren director dismisses V12 engines, hints at a six-cylinder

McLaren director dismisses V12 engines, hints at a six-cylinder

McLaren's managing director has revealed he doesn't think the V12 engine has a future.

By Michael Gauthier Aug 09, 2012

Whitmarsh to step down as FOTA president

Whitmarsh to step down as FOTA president

Whitmarsh to step down as FOTA president

Martin Whitmarsh has flagged his intention to step down as president of the teams association FOTA. The union was created in the heat of the Max Mosley political war in 2008, with McLaren team boss ...

By Motor1.com Team Aug 09, 2012

Mercedes engines wearing out Pirelli tyres

Mercedes engines wearing out Pirelli tyres

Mercedes engines wearing out Pirelli tyres

McLaren, Mercedes and Force India are all struggling with excessive tyre wear this year. And according to Germany's Auto Motor und Sport, the likely culprit is the trio's common engine supplier. "L...

By Motor1.com Team Aug 09, 2012

Audi R8 e-tron to feature a digital rear-view mirror

Audi R8 e-tron to feature a digital rear-view mirror

Audi R8 e-tron to feature a digital rear-view mirror

Audi has announced the R8 e-tron will become one the world's first production vehicles to be equipped with a digital rear-view mirror.

By Michael Gauthier Aug 09, 2012

Alfa Romeo Giulia on track for 2014 launch - report

Alfa Romeo Giulia on track for 2014 launch - report

Alfa Romeo Giulia on track for 2014 launch - report

Following a series of delays, Alfa Romeo's Giulia is reportedly on track for a 2014 launch.

By Michael Gauthier Aug 09, 2012

Toyota fuel cell vehicle coming in 2015

Toyota fuel cell vehicle coming in 2015

Toyota fuel cell vehicle coming in 2015

Toyota's U.S. sales chief has revealed some new details about the company's upcoming fuel cell vehicle (FCV).

By Michael Gauthier Aug 09, 2012

Four Porsches impounded on the Sea-to-Sky Highway in Canada

Four Porsches impounded on the Sea-to-Sky Highway in Canada

Four Porsches impounded on the Sea-to-Sky Highway in Canada

Four Porsche drivers received a $368 ticket and got their cars impounded after driving over the speed limit on Highway 99.

By Adrian Padeanu Aug 09, 2012

Possible fourth-gen Toyota RAV4 spied

Possible fourth-gen Toyota RAV4 spied

Possible fourth-gen Toyota RAV4 spied

A Toyota fan club forum member in Saudi Arabia has grabbed a few spy shots with a possible fourth-gen RAV4.

By Adrian Padeanu Aug 09, 2012

Nissan Unveils One-Off Project 370Z

Nissan Unveils One-Off Project 370Z

Nissan Unveils One-Off Project 370Z

Nissan unveiled this week a hotter version of the 370Z coupe, based on the feedback received from Facebook followers.

By Adrian Padeanu Aug 09, 2012

Renaultsport Megane 265 Trophy gets power boost from K-Tec Racing

Renaultsport Megane 265 Trophy gets power boost from K-Tec Racing

Renaultsport Megane 265 Trophy gets power boost from K-Tec Racing

Renault aftermarket specialist K-Tec Racing has revealed this week an upgrade program for the Renaultsport Megane 265 Trophy.

By Adrian Padeanu Aug 09, 2012

U.S.-only 2012 Audi R8 Exclusive Selection Editions revealed

U.S.-only 2012 Audi R8 Exclusive Selection Editions revealed

U.S.-only 2012 Audi R8 Exclusive Selection Editions revealed

Audi announced yesterday the R8 Exclusive Selection Editions available only in the United States for the 2012MY.

By Adrian Padeanu Aug 09, 2012

2013 Buick Verano Turbo starts from $29,990

2013 Buick Verano Turbo starts from $29,990

2013 Buick Verano Turbo starts from $29,990

Scheduled to go on sale this fall, the 2013MY Buick Verano Turbo will have a starting price of $29,990.

By Adrian Padeanu Aug 09, 2012

Maybach 57 left for dead in a parking lot [video]

Maybach 57 left for dead in a parking lot [video]

Maybach 57 left for dead in a parking lot [video]

YouTube user Marchettino has found an abandoned Maybach 57 in a parking lot on the French Coast.

By Adrian Padeanu Aug 09, 2012

Glock counts himself out of 2013

Glock counts himself out of 2013 'silly season'

Glock counts himself out of 2013 'silly season'

Timo Glock has counted himself out of this year's driver 'silly season'. Theoretically, there are 2013 race seats up for grabs at teams including grandees Ferrari, McLaren and Mercedes. But Timo Gl...

By Motor1.com Team Aug 09, 2012

Schumacher not 'the reference' at Mercedes - Vettel

Schumacher not 'the reference' at Mercedes - Vettel

Nico Rosberg has undoubtedly had the measure of Michael Schumacher since the seven time world champion returned to the sport in 2010. That is the reluctant view of Sebastian Vettel, the reigning wor...

By Motor1.com Team Aug 09, 2012

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