Alvin Lee

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Hybrid-powered Lexus LC 500h to debut at Geneva Motor Show

Lexus will take the wraps off the hybrid version of its LC flagship coupe at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The new LC 500h is equipped with Lexus’ next generation hybrid powertrain, the Lexus Multi Stage Hybrid System, which promises enhanced driving enjoyment, performance and efficiency. The Japanese luxury …

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Novel introduces Lexus GS F body kit

Japanese tuner NOVEL has released a body kit for the Lexus GS F. The body kit, available in either carbon fibre or CFRP, is made up of a front lip spoiler, side skirts, a rear under spoiler, boot lid spoiler and a diffuser. The front lip spoiler channels more air to …

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Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid unveiled

Kia has unveiled the Optima Hybrid, bringing with it a new plug-in hybrid powertrain that targets a 10 percent improvement in fuel economy over the outgoing model. The Hybrid variant of the fourth-gen Optima sedan replaces the previous generation’s 2.4-litre engine with an efficient and compact 2.0-litre GDI four cylinder – …

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BMW M2 announced as 2016 MotoGP Safety Car

The first round of the 2016 MotoGP Championship is just around the corner and BMW will once again line up the grid for the 2016 season with the new BMW M2 Safety Car. The new BMW M2, launched late last year, will replace the M4 used in the 2015 MotoGP …

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BMW M2 gains M Performance Parts

The new BMW M2 can now be specified with a range of original BMW accessories from the M Performance range. Lending the M2 extra sporting appeal is a set of carbon fibre bodykit which includes a front splitter, side sill attachment, rear diffuser, mirror caps and front grille in high-gloss black with integrated …

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Subaru XV concept teased ahead of Geneva debut

Subaru will premiere a new XV concept at the Geneva Motor Show next month. Hinted by a single teaser image, the concept is set to preview the upcoming second-generation Subaru XV compact crossover. The shadowed teaser image focuses on the crossover’s front quarter angle, showing its rugged front bumper, C-shape …

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Mazda RX revival to be turbocharged with no less than 300kW

Mazda’s upcoming rotary-powered sports car is to employ the company’s new turbocharged SKYACTIV-R engine, said drivetrain and powertrain assistant manager Tetsushi Marutani. The Japanese company’s highly anticipated RX revival model was previewed by the RX-Vision concept at last year’s Tokyo Motor Show. The concept car received highly positive response for its …

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Event: Driver Dynamics Track Day

The first Driver Dynamics track day of 2016 took place last month at Sandown Raceway with no less than 30 cars in attendance. The pit lane saw a good mix of cars, from hot hatches and all-paw performance to V8 muscles and exotics.  There was even a surprise appearance by …

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Shelby presents new Terlingua Racing Ford Mustang

Over the past decade, Shelby has unveiled three special edition models in honor of Terlingua Racing Team. Now it is time for another Terlingua-themed car. But unlike all the models that came before it, the latest Terlingua special edition is a Hellcat-stomping 559kW (750hp) tweaked Ford Mustang GT. The power …

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Skoda VisionS concept previews new seven-seat SUV

Skoda has released new teaser images of their new SUV concept scheduled for debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. Offering a close preview of the company’s upcoming SUV, the VisionS concept features a bold Skoda grille at the front joined by racked back headlights. The lower grille spans …

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Prior Design introduces widebody Ferrari 458 Italia

There’s no doubt that the Ferrari 458 Italia looks fast and drives faster, but for those lucky enough to own one, a racing-look may be a good upgrade for the supercar. And here’s a superb one – the Prior Design PD458 wide bodykit for the Ferrari 458. The package consists …

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Toyota launches Corolla Hybrid hatch

Toyota will bring the added appeal of hybrid technology to Australia’s best-selling passenger car with the mid-year launch of a Corolla Hybrid hatch. The new Corolla Hybrid hatch is said to use around one-third less fuel while producing similar power to the petrol-only Corolla hatch with its Multidrive S automatic …

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Hardcore Mercedes-AMG GT R coming with active aero

First there’s the Mercedes-AMG GT, then came the more powerful Mercedes-AMG GT S. Saving the best for last, the folks over at Affalterbach is now readying the most hardcore version – the Mercedes-AMG GT R. Spotted undergoing winter testing in Germany, the AMG GT-R can be seen with larger front air …

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Prior Design unveils widebody Porsche Macan

SUV customisation is quick gaining momentum, as demonstrated by German tuner Prior Design with this widebody Porsche Macan. The aggressive makeover includes a front bumper apron with lip spoiler, side skirts, rear diffuser, tailgate spoiler. roof spoiler, and of course, those pumped up wheel fenders. Adding to the sporty looks …

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