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2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA Every once in a while, automakers look the other way while their engineers go nuts turning a low-volume sports car into an even lower-volume but infinitely cooler street-legal track car. Taking you there won't be Koenigsegg's usual 5.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 but instead a 2.0-liter turbocharged three-cylinder hybrid. Producing that exhaust is an enhanced 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 making 755 hp and 590 lb-ft. This architecture has been developed from the get-go to accommodate a PHEV powertrain, and rumors out of Maranello hint the Purosangue will launch with a version of Ferrari's 3.9-liter twin-turbo V-8 under its long hood, supported by a 161-hp motor for a total system output of about 700 hp. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the release of the concept Ford GT 2017 and outlines the features of the automobile, including a 3.5-liter twin-turboEcoBoost V-6 engine, carbon ceramic brakes and a 7-speed transmission.

The article evaluates several automobiles including the 2015 Cadillac ATS-V, the Volkswagen XL Sport Concept, and the Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept car.

The article evaluates 2010 Chevrolet Equinox automobile.

Rumors out of Sant'Agata Bolognese suggest that 50 years after the Countach LP500 concept caused jaws to drop at the Geneva show, Lamborghini is building a 21st-century Countach using Aventador hardware. There were puzzled pundits aplenty when new Jaguar Land Rover boss Thierry Bolloré announced, as part of Jaguar's transition to a full electric brand by 2025, that the forthcoming XJ sedan-due to be revealed later this year-was axed. Turns out the XJ Bolloré axed was a car built on JLR's new MLA architecture, a convergence platform that accommodated mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and BEV powertrains. [Extracted from the article]

Next-gen Jaguar Land Rover EVs, including the XJ, will be built on the company's new Modular Longitudinal Architecture, which is designed to accommodate mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains in addition to a BEV powertrain. EV startup Byton has more than 100 prototypes of its M-Byte crossover on the road as it counts down to a 2020 launch. Roughly the size of an Audi Q7, the M-Byte will seat five and has a target base price of about $45,000, thanks to its low-cost all-steel body structure. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information about several automobile industries, including new vehicles slated for launch through 2022,of Ferrari automobiles, talks about pickup segment of Hyundai, and mentions makeover of the existing car of Porsche.

The article offers automobile industry news brief as of November 2017 which include strategy of Akio Toyoda, chief executive officer (CEO) of Toyota, to investment in nonautomotive business, Porsche is developing Cayenne with a diesel engine and Cadillac is working on a new three-row crossover.

The article offers world sports cars news briefs including Mercedes-AMG's expansion of the GT sports car range, Porsche's plan to develop its first-ever pure electric car Pajun sedan, and Ford Shelby GT350R automobile with a quick-shifting dual-clutch transmission.

The author discusses the possibility for automobile maker Toyota to consider the production of a race-car version of its Toyota FT-1 supercar concept. Topics covered include the attention being received by the company's Toyota FT-1 concept since it was revealed, the reasons why the company might consider the project and the rumor of a tie-up with game franchise Gran Turismo and touring car series SuperGT regarding the race-car version.

The article reports on the start of the production of the SRT Viper ACR which is said to feature upgrades to the tires, brakes and dampers.

The article previews the 2013 Jaguar sports car, codenamed as X152 or XE.

The article previews the C7 Corvette sports car from General Motors (GM).

The article reports that Fiat Auto will get another 5% of the Pentastar per the post-bankruptcy agreement with the U.S. Treasury if it provides Chrysler Group with the technology to construct a 40-mpg car in the U.S. by the end of 2011. The compact car, dubbed PF, will be built as a Dodge with the use of Alfa Romeo Giulietta's platform. Reports claim that the car will be a 2013 model built in Belvedere, Illinois. Meanwhile, Fiat is paying 1.27 billion U.S. dollars for another 16% of Chrysler, bringing its share to 46% for controlling interest.

The article discusses the latest product developments from Porsche as of May 2011. It presents several car models that are scheduled to be launched by the car company in 2012-2013 that will feature lots of aluminum parts including the 911 model, a new Boxster and a new Cayenne models. The cars' performance is expected to increase due to roughly 100 pounds loss in weight.

The article reports on rumors about Ford Motor Co.'s consideration of a high-priced, low-volume halo car that will be a highly fuel-efficient or electric green model to follow up the GT40-inspired Ford GT built for Ford's 100th anniversary in 2003.

The article suggests that General Motors Company (GM) should revive work in designing a Cadillac flagship. The author notes that as GM emerges from bankruptcy and the development of the Chevrolet Volt automobile is complete and near ready for debut, the company can free its resources for the design and engineering of a flagship. He asserts that the Cadillac needs a low-volume flagship that would define the brand and unify the various styling theme in disparate current and future Cadillac models. Specifications that can be adapted are elaborated.

The article reports that automobile maker General Motors has approved the production of the Cadillac XTS sedan, but will phase out its Cadillac Converj project.

The article evaluates several automobiles, including BMW-3 Series from Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, Cayenne sports utility vehicle from Porsche AG, and Bentayga from Bentley.

The article offers a preview of the Buick Avista four-door coupe.

The article evaluates the Camaro Z/28 from General Motors.

This article offers a look at the status of such smaller Japanese car makers as Mazda, Mitsubishi, Subaru and Suzuki in the midst of global recession. It says that these companies sell entry-level to mid-price cars with very thing profit margins. Mazda has freed itself from the management of Ford Motor and its market in North America is not promising. Mitsubishi is in the process of leaving North American market and maybe the automobile business itself. It points out that Suzuki has a potential to strengthen its market in North America.

The article discusses the factors behind the 2010 Porsche Panamera automobile to be developed by Porsche AG in 2010. The development of the automobile is part of the company's attempt to break free of the 911 numerous times over the past three decades. It is stated that the performance of the automobile will be impressive due to a lineup of direct-injection engines derived from those used in the Cayenne.

The article evaluates the Ecotec 2.0 liter turbo from Pontiac Solstice GXP.

A photograph is presented depicting the twin-turbo V-6 Mustang of Ford Motor Co.

The article reports on the move of automobile manufacturer General Motors Corp. (GM) to incorporate the Alpha platform in its Chevrolet series rather than in Pontiac. It states that Alpha is designed to support a Cadillac, which is significant to the brand's European origin. On the other hand, it states that GM is planning to move the 2013 Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky automobile models from Kappa to Alpha.

The article evaluates Cadillac's rear-drive BLS model and offers information on specifications, capabilities, design and enhancements.

The article offers automobile industry news briefs on topics including Mazda Motor Corp.'s 1.5 liter Miata, Subaru XV Crosstrek and new twin-turbo engine of Toyota Motor Corp.

This section offers news briefs on the automotive industry including the Chevrolet Camaro sports car to be based on the Cadillac ATS' Alpha platform, Bentley's dedication to W12 engine, and the projected replacement of built-in navigation system by cellphone-based systems as Apple CarPlay.

This section offers news briefs on the automobile industry as of July 1, 2014, including the appointment of John Krafcik as member of the board of directors at TrueCar, the debut of the next DB9 automobile and the delay in the release of the Ford Focus RS in the U.S.

The article reports that according to executives at the car manufacturer Nissan Motor Co. Ltd., the firm is not receiving credit for its success from its partners such as Renault and Mercedes-Benz AG.

The article reports the lack of a diesel engine option for Silverado truck from General Motors Co.

The article offers brief information on the Volkswagen CrossBlue V-6 sport utility vehicle (SUV) from Volkswagenwerk.

The article reports on the apparent decision of automobile manufacturer Maserati to pursue its production of its Ghibli sedan ahead of its schedule

The article cover issues related to Cadillac automobiles as of April 2013 including the release of the revamped CTS, production of the ATS-V and cost cutting in the production of the Omega-platform flagship sedan.

The article focuses on the apparent plan of automobile manufacturer General Motors Co. for the Corvette Z06 and ZR1 automobiles in which both are said to feature more power.

The article focuses on the Toyota Corolla Furia concept automobile. It notes that while the Toyota Corolla Furia concept serves as a design study, it provides a preview of what to expect from the next Corolla. It is said that the latest design trends of the manufacturer will be applied to the interiors. Features of the concept car are provided including a longer wheelbase, a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and increased fuel economy.

The article reports on the production of next-generation LT1 automobiles engines for the 2013 automobile releases of General Motors Co.

The article reports on the Texas legislature's approval of an 85-miles per hour (mph) speed limit for a private, 41-mile toll road connecting Austin and San Antonio which is scheduled to be completed by November 2012.

The article features the Model 6 sedan from Mazda.

The article focuses on a program at Ford Motor Co. to assess the future of its luxury brand, Lincoln.

The article focuses on the speculation that Chrysler is working on a third model to add to its new SRT brand. The brand will be launched in late 2012 with the 2013 Viper. It is predicted that the third model would be a successor to the Dodge Ram SRT10 and a small, two-seat sports car. Two issues with either idea are also discussed.

The article presents updates on the automobile industry as of September 2012, including the dismissal of Dany Bahar from Lotus Cars and the reorganization of the executive design team of GM.

The article offers information on the Porsche 918 Spyder automobile that will be available in the U.S. before the end of 2013.

The article reports on speculations that Toyota is considering making a low-volume luxury GT car that may instigate the return of the Toyota Supra.

The article reports that Lamborghini has launched its Urus crossover/utility automobile in Beijing, China.

The article focuses on the 2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, unveiled at the 2012 Geneva International Motor Show in Switzerland and said to be the brand's fastest, most powerful car to date. It observes that the Berlinetta's 6.3 liter V-12 engine generates up to 730 horsepower (hp) and 509 pounds per feet (lb-ft) of torque, allowing it to reach a top speed of 211 miles per hour (mph). Other performance features of the car include carbon ceramic brakes and a seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle.

The article previews the 2014 Dart SRT4 automobile from Dodge.