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  • Mitsubishi improves its ranking in top 10 for Best Car Manufacturer in 2021 Driver Power

    2021-Mitsubishi-Outlander-910Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has improved its rankings in the Auto Express 2021 Driver Power Survey to secure a top ten placement in the best car manufactures. At the moment the brand is placed at the 8th position, which is an improvement of 8 places from 2020 and 13 from 2019.

    The Auto Express 2021 Driver Power Survey is in its 20th year and provides detailed responses from vehicle owners and this year debut an additional focus on the in-car technology and a new assessment for value for money.

    Customers and Mitsubishi enthusiasts have listed the overall low running costs, along with the enhanced reliability and good overall build quality as the main strengths of Mitsubishi. Other features that receive positive feedback are the boot space, interior storage space, and smooth gearbox systems.

    Steve Fowler, Editor-in-Chief, Auto Express said: Mitsubishi has done brilliantly to climb the Driver Power league table over the past few years and sit in an impressive eighth place this year. Its owners are clearly a happy bunch praising the reliability, quality and practicality of their cars and say that running costs are good, too. That all makes it more of a shame that the brand is withdrawing from the UK market later this year.

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    Following the announcement of going up the ranks, Mitsubishi drivers will see no change in the standards of services they receive by the brand and will continue to meet their high expectations.

     

  • SsangYong publishes its first sketch of an upcoming SUV lineup

    2021 SsangYong SUV SketchSsangYong Motor Company reveals a new design of its next-gen SUV model. Under the name of X200, the new vehicle will vary the brand’s newly conceived design and tech approach, presenting the value and future plans of upcoming products.

    The design philosophy is driven by the “Powered by Toughness” motto and emphasizes the importance of visuals in a vehicle. Also, alongside the themes of masculinity and modernity, the vehicle will also showcase an exclusive “Korea Can Do” badge and will be influenced by four formative principles: ‘Robust Architecture’, Unexpected Delight’, ‘Vibrant Contrast’, and ‘Communion with Nature.’

    Through these ideas, not only will the brand strengthen its position as an authentic SUV brand that meets the needs of customers, but it will also use eco-friendly systems, thereby responding to the biggest trend in the automotive industry which is transforming the way we drive in the future.

    After SsangYong released the outline design of the J100 in June this year, the reaction from audiences was extremely positive. Feedback on the J100 and derivative pick-up model on domestic and overseas automotive websites indicated considerable positive interests.

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    Of these four elements of sculptural identity, ‘Robust Architecture’ pursues the beauty of tough structural shape and detailed sculptural beauty. ‘Unexpected Delight’ appeals to differing lifestyles, offering amusement and excitement by embodying a design that values more than mere transportation. ‘Vibrant Contrast’ expresses the original characteristics of a tough SUV through the contrast between aesthetic elements of colour, texture and modelling, while ‘Communion with Nature’ is intended to harmonise with the natural world, echoing the sensibilities of our customers, says Lee Kang, head of the SsangYong Design Centre.

  • Vauxhall announces future electrification plans

    2021 Vauxhall MantaVauxhall team is opening the next chapter of its electrification campaign – the British brand will focus exclusively on battery electrics from 2028 onwards.

    Paul Willcox, Managing Director, Vauxhall Motors, commented: “As of 2028, Vauxhall will only offer fully electric cars and vans in the UK. The future of the automotive industry is electric – and Vauxhall will lead that in this country. We are on a journey to reinvent Vauxhall and heading towards a net-zero CO2 future – CO2 is the new currency in our industry.”

    At the Stellantis EV Day 2021, it was announced that a new and advanced lineup of vehicles will be introduced at some point. These will be based on the Opel Manta, the concept vehicle that received mainly positive feedback.

    Also, the Vauxhall team revealed a total of nine electric and electrified vehicles, along with the Manta – Corsa-e, Mokka-e, Grandland PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid), Combo-e, Combo-e Life, Vivaro-e, Vivaro-e Life and Movano-e.

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    In the first six months of the year, Corsa-e remains Vauxhall’s best-selling battery-electric car. Also, with the introduction of the all-electric Combo-e and the Movano-e LCV, the brand expands its portfolio and offers even more flexibility for its customers.

     

  • VW takes two awards at the 2021 Fleet News Awards event

    2021 Volkswagen CaddyVolkswagen Commercial Vehicles has scored a double win at this year’s Fleet News Awards with the Caddy Cargo that was awarded Best Small Van, and the Transporter 6.1 named Best Medium Van.

    Despite the aggressive competition, the fifth-generation Caddy Cargo has managed to impress the jury and took the Best Small Van award. The vehicle was launched in 2020 on the new MQB platform and received positive feedback from both brand enthusiasts and industry critics.

    In a similar category, the Transporter 6.1 was named Best Medium Van and was praised for its safety features and advanced driver assistance technologies. Judges were impressed by the vehicle’s neat reliability and praised it for its comfort and utility capabilities.

    The annual Fleet News Awards highlight the leading fleet companies, suppliers, and manufacturers. The experts that comprise the jury are editors, specialists, and segment experts.

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    Stephen Briers, editor-in-chief of Fleet News, commented: “Following such a strange year in 2020, we are very pleased to have been able to host this year’s Fleet News Awards at Ascot Racecourse, recognizing the best new vehicles and manufacturers in the industry.

     

  • Automobili Pininfarina Battista will make a debut at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed

    2021 Automobili Pininnfarina BattistaAutomobili Pininfarina will present the new Battista pure electric Hyper GT vehicle at the 2021 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Aiming towards sustainable performance, the new vehicle will also present neat technologies and elegant new design approach.

    The Battista will showcase the iconic Italian heritage and maybe the most powerful hypercar drivetrain system coming from Italy to this day. Also, it is expected that the design language will be based on a completely new concept and will feature luxurious sustainable materials and sophisticated engineering solutions.

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    The exclusive Battista is making its world debut at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed but has already received some positive feedback, after taking home the Electric Dream prestigious award, given by the experts at Electrifying.com earlier this year. Also, Automobili Pininfarina Battista has already won the prestigious recognition “Electric Hypercar of the Year” award at last year’s GQ Car of the Year event.

  • Acura reveals more details about the TLX Type 6 engine system [VIDEO]

    2021-TLX-TYPE-S-910As the new 2021 Acura TLX Type S arrives in dealerships tomorrow, Acura has released a new video that showcases the development of the sedan’s new Type S Turbo V6 engine: the 3.0-liter DOHC V6 unit adopts technologies from the twin-turbo NSX supercar and produces a total of 355hp and 354lb-ft of torque.

    Assembled in the company’s Anna Engine Plant in Anna, Ohio, the Type S Turbo V6 was developed in Japan under the supervision of Akio Matsuda, TLX Type S Powertrain Development lead. However, the idea was first conceived in America with Matsuda playing a key role in the strategic development.

    Along with the Type S Turbo V6, the new TLX Type S features a sport-tuned and quick-shifting 10-speed automatic gearbox, which has been optimized to increase the overall power output of the engine. Also, the standard torque-vectoring Super Handling AWD system has been revised for the performance demands of the Type S.

    The Type S Turbo V6 Engine

    Exclusive to the Type S models, the Turbo V6 comes with all-aluminum construction, compact dimensions, dual overhead camshafts, 24-valves, direct injection, and a single twin-scroll turbocharger.

    Also, numerous more engineering steps were taken to ensure that the engine’s compact size and low profile cylinder heads. Also, the separate cam bearings caps have been replaced by caps directly incorporating into the valve cover itself, which approach lowers the engine’s height and reduces the overall number of parts.

    The Type S Turbo V6 also features a robust rotating assembly to meet demands of extreme performance and durability and employs a high-stress forged steel crankshaft and forged steel connecting rods. Also, in order to reduce emissions, the top piston ring carrier of its pistons is a high-density Ni-resist cast iron, which features better wear characteristics and better sealing.

    The Single Twin-Scroll Turbocharger

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    The turbocharger is fed exhaust pressure by the rear and front cylinder banks via independent internal paths. The turbo lag is minimized, and the throttle response is optimized as the engine’s rear set of cylinders pressure the small diameter scroll of the turbine, while the front bank feeds the larger diameter.

    Also, for a quicker turbo response, the exhaust manifold is cast directly into the cylinder head and the Variable Timing Control is used on both intake and exhaust cams. With maximum boost of 15.1 psi, the engine’s 354 lb.-ft. of peak torque is available starting from an exceptionally low 1,400 rpm.

    The Variable Cylinder Management

    One of the main goals of the new Type S Turbo V6 is to implement the Variable Cylinder Management system to improve fuel efficiency and reduce overall emissions. VCM controls the engine with three cylinders in numerous situations, switching quickly to a six-cylinder setup when needed.

    Due to the low profile of the new DOHC cylinder heads, this setup is replaced with a more compact rocker arm and hydraulic lash adjuster design. When all six cylinders are in use, a pin in the valve lifter assembly is held in place with oil pressure, allowing the pin to slide out of the lifter, creating a gap that prevents the valve from opening.

    The Active Exhaust

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    TLX Type S also comes with an Active Exhaust system, adopted from the NSX. It opens a butterfly valve in each muffler to enhance the V6’s natural roar.

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    The Active Exhaust system operation is dependent on the selected Integrated Dynamics System mode. For example, in Comfort mode, valves are closed at startup and at idle and remain closed until 4,000 rpm. In Normal mode, the engine starts and idles with the valves open that ensure a more aggressive startup experience.

    https://youtu.be/CDthJ4AYi90

  • Mazda MX-30 is awarded Best Electric Compact SUV at the 2021 Diesel and Eco Car Magazine Awards

    2022 Mazda MX-30 GT Sport TechNew Mazda MX-30 has been named Best Electric Compact SUV by Diesel and EcoCar Magazine in their annual event.

    This is the brand’s first battery-electric production car and features a 35.5kWh lithium-ion battery and elegant exterior design. The jury at the Eco Car Magazine event was impressed with the vehicle’s unique Kodo design and the freestyle doors and framed glasshouse which hint at the openness of the interior.

    Talking about the interior, the MX-30 features a high-quality material cabin and driver-focused design. The lower console incorporates a 7-inch color touch-screen air conditioning control panel, ample space, and a sense of a floating central console.

    In terms of drivetrain system, Mazda engineers stayed true to the ‘Jinbai Ittai – car and driver as one concept and developed an engine system that features intuitive response, natural feedback, and intuitive control. The Electric G-Vectoring Control Plus system enhances the chassis performance by using motor torque that optimizes the front-rear load shift for improved stability, while the Skyactiv-Vehicle complements the smooth power delivery of the Skyactiv drivetrain.

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    New Mazda MX-30 lineup is currently available with three equipment grades -SE-L, Lux, Sport Lux, and GT Sport Tech, each featuring LED headlights with daytime running lights, reverse camera, Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Intelligent Speed Assist, navigation, and heads-up display.

  • Vauxhall are nominated for winners in 7 categories at the Fleet News Awards 2021 event

    2021 Vauxhall Corsa UltimateVauxhall’s commercial lineup is nominated for seven Fleet Awards this year, including the advanced Corsa, Mokka, Insignia, Vivaro-e, Vivaro, and Combo model lineups.

    The Corsa model family has been nominated in the Best Small Car category and the all-new Mokka and new Insignia are nominated for the Best Compact SUV and Best Upper Medium Car categories.

    The event, Best Fleet Manufacturer has also nominated two of Vauxhall’s van lineups – Movano-e and Movano. In fact, Vauxhall is now one of the few LCV automobile manufacturers to be able to offer fleets of fully electric Light Commercial Vehicle models across its entire lineup and helping businesses optimize their costs and vehicle taxes.

    The fully electric Vivaro-e has also been nominated for the Best Zero Emission Van title, having already won International Van of the Year and van of the year titles from What Car?, DrivingElectric, and Van Fleet World Awards.

    2021 Vauxhall Mokka

    Vauxhall has received nominations in the following categories:

    Cars

    • Best Small Car – Vauxhall Corsa
    • Best Upper Medium Car – Vauxhall Insignia
    • Best Compact SUV – Vauxhall Mokka

    Vans

    • Fleet Manufacturer of the Year (Van) – Vauxhall
    • Best Small Van – Vauxhall Combo
    • Best Medium Van – Vauxhall Vivaro
    • Best Zero Emission Van – Vauxhall Vivaro-e

    2021 Vauxhall

    James Taylor, Sales and Marketing Director, Vauxhall, said: The Fleet News Awards are one of the industry highlights of the year and we are very pleased to be nominated in seven categories by Fleet News. The new models nominated, including Corsa, Mokka, Insignia, Vivaro-e, Vivaro and Combo, have received great feedback from our business customers and we hope this is recognised by the Fleet News judging panel.

     

     

  • MG ZS takes home Best Value New Car and Best Car for Dog Owners awards

    2021 MG ZSThe MG ZS has taken the awards for the Best Value New Car and Best Car for Dog Owners at this year’s Auto Trader New Car Awards.

    The ZS, which has also taken first place at the New Car of the Year event, beat every other strong competitor at the New Car Awards. The vehicle also managed to scoop the award for the Best Car for Dog Owners ahead of the Toyota RAV4 and Dacia Duster.

    What is special about this event is that the winners are determined by genuine car owners who voted in 19 of this year’s 21 categories. There were about 148,000 car owners who took part in the judging process between September 2020 and April 2021, helping to provide the industry with feedback about the vehicle’s quality, features, and performance rates.

    This all means that MG’s victory was based on completely honest opinions of owners and brand enthusiasts.

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    As it comes to the evaluation process, consumers were asked to rate their vehicles across 16 different criteria, ranging from overall satisfaction through design and utility features to tech advancements and capabilities.

    Winners of the awards will be promoted across Auto Trader, one of the largest marketplaces in the world.

    MG currently offers six models, including three plug-in cars – the MG ZS EV, MG5 EV, and MG HS Plug-in Hybrid, all backed up by MG’s 7-year warranty and fast-developing dealer network.

     

     

  • Volkswagen team reveals first details for the upcoming Taos Basecamp Concept

    2022 Volkswagen Taos ConceptInspired by the mainly positive feedback of the 2019 Atlas Basecamp Concept and its accessories, Volkswagen team has created an unique concept vehicle that highlights the adaptability and the adventurous spirit of the Taos lineup.

    The Concept vehicle is manufactured by Volkswagen Design Team in Oxnard, California, and adopts neat fender flares, all-terrain wheels and tires, and an exclusive color scheme.

    “The Taos is a great compact SUV from the start,” says Reto Brun, Director of the Volkswagen Design Center California. “Following the design strategy we established with the 2019 Atlas Basecamp Concept, the Taos Basecamp Concept is refinished in Waimea blue paint with gloss black trim elements and a matte black hood and roof. Orange accents in the Basecamp badges, mirror caps and side decals were incorporated to punctuate the Basecamp design identity.”

    2022 Volkswagen Taos Concept

    Some of the mods to the Taos Basecamp Concept include a raised and fine-tuned suspension from H&R Special Springs LP, custom Traverse MX wheels wrapped in 225/65R17 Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail tires, and a custom Thule Canyon XT roof basket with integrated LED lights from Baja Design.

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    In terms of interior, the exclusive interior features a custom cargo divider and tons of additional features.

    VW team plans to debut the vehicle in Helen, Georgia in May this year.

    2022 Volkswagen Taos Concept

    Stick with us for further details.

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • The Automobili Pininfarina Battista hyper GT takes home one more award

    2021 Automobili Pininfarina Battista hyper GTThe Automobili Pininfarina Battista hyper GT continues to impress skeptics and enthusiasts with its capabilities and the latest achievement is that the pure-electric hyper GT car has earned the “Electric Dream” award by Electrifying.com.

    The fully-electric Battista took home the award given by a demanding panel of juries, consistent of experts in the field of motorsport. The award comes as the vehicle’s testing programs are about to finish, and some selected clients can give a feedback for vehicle’s capabilities.

    Also, the achievement follows the recent launch of Automobili Pininfarina London, which increases the company’s global footprint with the appointment of Jardine Motors Group as its London and the southern UK retail partner. Meanwhile, potential clients were offered the opportunity to take to the passenger seat of the Battista hyper GT at Goodwood Motor Circuit to get their first feel of the car’s advanced performance rates.

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    Paolo Dellacha, Automobili Pininfarina Chief Product and Engineering Officer, said: We’re really excited to be given this award by Electrifying.com, it absolutely reinforces what we believe we have achieved with the Battista. We have always strived to create a pure-electric hyper GT that delivers desire and elicits the feeling of aspiration from future owners when they first see and experience the car. The great thing is that Battista Is now much more than a dream, as we continue apace with its development programme in Italy.

     

  • What Car? has named Hyundai Ioniq as the most reliable car in a comprehensive survey

    2021 Hyundai IoniqWhat Car? team analyzed more than 745,000 anonymous MOT records in order to find out more about the vehicles that receive the best rating and those who receive mainly negative feedback. Models aged from 3 to 8 years old and with a sample size of at least 100 vehicles were included in the research.

    As it seems, the Hyundai Ioniq lineup receives the highest overall MOT pass rate at 96.18%. Another hybrid vehicle is also close to the Ioniq lineup in terms of reliability and quality – the BMW i8 with an impressive 95.97%.

    The list is dominated mainly by Korean, Japanese, and German machines, but there are also some notable mentions – Jaguar F-Type (2013-present) is the highest-rated British vehicle, in 14th place with an MOT rate of 90.83%. Also, Tesla’s Model S is the highest-ranking pure electric vehicle in 26th place and with a rate of 89.94%.

    Along with the premium vehicles that made it to the top 50, there are also some more affordable models that have also a place in the prestigious list – in top 50 are also Peugeot 108 and Toyota Aygo.

    What Car? has also ranked the bottom brands for the MOT pass rate. For example, Ssangyong has the lowest MOT pass record with 76.98%.

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    One of the first things used buyers do is check a vehicle’s MOT record to see how well it’s been maintained and if it’s suffered lots of faults. Our extensive study reveals the models with the best MOT pass rates, ranging from large SUVs to city cars. Buyers can use it to help them choose the most dependable models. Although the top 50 list contains several prestige cars, that tend to have lower mileage and immaculate service records, it’s reassuring to find some budget and family cars in the mix. Steve Huntingford, editor of What Car?

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