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At the double header in Berlin on 11 and 12 May, the most powerful production Porsche of all time, the Taycan Turbo GT, assumed the role of safety car in the all-electric world championship. Two variants will be the car on duty and the substitute car respectively, with different features and in different colours.

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Porsche Taycan Turbo GT The New Formula E Safety Car

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Two Taycan Turbo GT assumed the role of safety cars in the all-electric world championship.

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Porsche Announces Singapore Porsche Experience Centre, Set To Open In 2027

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The new Singapore Porsche Experience Centre in 2027 will be the 11th in the world when it is completed, offering a haven for petrolheads to experience everything Porsche.

The persistence of certain traditions often holds a touch of the theatrical, much like the revered performance of a well-tuned orchestra in the heart of Vienna.

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Ferrari 12Cilindri Keeps The V12 Alive And Well

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With the new Ferrari 12Cilindri, the famous Italian V12 engine lives on, laughing in the faces of eco-conscious movements.

Aston Martin’s V12-engined behemoths - a line that has defined the zenith of grandeur for a quarter-century.

Of course, the firm doesn’t want to give up on its famed engine any time soon, so it recently unravelled the details of a new updated V12, a powerhouse that not only sustains the legacy of its predecessors but propels it into a new era with unmatched gusto.

Boasting 823hp and 1000Nm of torque, this V12 is the result of an extensive overhaul aimed at enhancing every microscopic detail of the combustion cycle.

The technical ballet performed to bring this engine to life includes fortifying the cylinder block and conrods, revamping cylinder heads, and recalibrating camshafts.

The repositioned spark plugs and new, more voluminous fuel injectors orchestrate a symphony of optimised combustion. Meanwhile, the turbochargers promise a responsiveness that can only be described as telepathic.

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Aston Martin Ushers In New Era of V12 Engines

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Aston Martin has once again planted its flag firmly with the introduction of a groundbreaking new V12 engine.

Lamborghini has once again set the automotive world abuzz with the introduction of the Urus SE.

What sets the Urus SE apart is its groundbreaking plug-in hybrid technology, marking a significant evolution in Lamborghini's storied lineage.

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Lamborghini Unveils New Urus SE

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Lamborghini has unveiled its first-ever plug-in hybrid SUV, the Urus SE, and it comes to town with a load of upgrades.

On Monday 15 April, in a show full of energy that anticipates an exciting new journey into the future, Maserati staged “Made in Thunder”, an overture to the Folgore, the new 100% electric chapter of the House of the Trident.

After two young Italian stars had enthralled all in attendance, the stage was taken over by the world premiere of the car taking a leading role in Maserati's electric era, with the same disruptive force as thunder - GranCabrio Folgore, the 100% made-in Modena and 100% full electric convertible.

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Maserati Presents GranCabrio Folgore

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GranCabrio Folgore ushers in Maserati's new electric era.

Bentley Motors announced the company’s most visually striking SUV to date, the Bentayga S Black Edition.

Identified by the first application of black-tinted wings to a Bentley in 105 years, the S Black Edition combines vivid accent colours, rich black detailing and confidence-inspiring chassis technology, revealing the darker side of the Bentayga.

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New Black Wings Identify Bentley Bentayga S Black Edition

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The Bentayga S Black Edition is the darker side of Bentayga.

Maserati has unveiled a captivating new video showcasing its latest offering, the GranCabrio Trofeo.

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Maserati releases New GranCabrio Cinematic

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Maserati has released a new video showcasing the GranCabrio Trofeo with Friedrich Schiller's Ode to Joy playing in the background.

The 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix kicked off a new season with a sense of déjà vu, as Max Verstappen cruised to victory, reminiscent of races from the past two years.

Jeddah saw a repeat performance, with Verstappen leading a Red Bull one-two, highlighting the team's dominance.

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Formula 1 - Will Red Bull Dominate The Rest Of The 2024 Season?

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Red Bull enjoyed two 1-2 finishes to kick off the new season - is it time for the rest of the paddock to panic?

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New Maserati GranCabrio Debuts

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GranCabrio, Maserati’s new spyder, features iconic design and open-top elegance.

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McLaren Debuts new Artura Spider

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The McLaren Artura Spider churns out 690bhp and 720Nm of torque to the road, and it looks great doing so too.

For Aston Martin has just pulled the silk sheets off three stunners that are injecting some much-needed racing DNA back into their blood.

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Aston Martin unveils three new Jewels in the Crown of High Performance

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Roll up, roll up, gearheads and speed freaks alike.

Readers familiar with this writer would know that I prefer wagons or estates to sedans. And so, writing with great glee, I'm thrilled to share with you that there will be a wagon version of the BMW 5 Series for this generation.

This is the sixth BMW 5 Series Touring, born out of the eighth-generation 5 Series. Code-named G61, as opposed to the G60 sedan version, the official launch in Germany, many other European countries and Japan will begin in May 2024. Other markets are set to follow in June 2024.

Compared to its predecessor, the new G61 is 97mm longer at 5,060mm, 32mm wider at 1,900mm and 17mm taller at 1,515mm. This 5'er Touring has the longest wheelbase in its class, increasing by 20 millimetres to 2,995 millimetres.

For the first time, the 5'er Touring will be available as a battery electric vehicle (EV or BEV), and headlining the EV segment is the i5 M60 xDrive Touring.

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New BMW 5 Series Touring Announced

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Details of 5 Series Touring announced ahead of 2024 launch.

In the last article, we took a look at how Porsche put its pre-series Taycan through gruelling and rigorous tests in different climatic conditions. Thing is, they weren't done yet. During an initial range test from Los Angeles to San Diego and back, pre-series models demonstrated their further improved efficiency.

The all-electric sports cars covered up to 587 kilometres on one battery charge on public roads.

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Real-World Range of New Porsche Taycan Is Impressive

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Range-testing was done with four pre-series Taycan models between Los Angeles and San Diego.

Following early computer simulations and extensive validations on test benches, the updated Taycan is now undergoing the final stages of real testing on handling circuits and public roads.

“Faster, higher, further – we have improved the new Taycan in practically every discipline compared to its predecessor”, said Model Line Vice President Kevin Giek. “And because the changes are so extensive, the gruelling testing programme is almost comparable to that for a new model.”

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New Porsche Taycan Put Through Final Tests

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Final intensive testing for the new Taycan before its spring 2024 market release.

Suzuki has recently revealed its latest creation, the all-new Swift, and it’s a sight to behold.

It sports a chic piano-black grille, complemented by striking L-shaped lamps that flow into its rounded shoulder lines. These lines are further accentuated by flared fenders, giving the Swift an interesting stance.

One can't help but be charmed by its floating roof design, a clever play of visuals that adds to its appeal.

The rear has three-dimensional combination lamps, giving way to a wider bumper.

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Suzuki introduces new Swift

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The Suzuki Swift has always gone back and forth between aggressive and cute styling.

Mazda enthusiasts, it's time to sit up. The long-dormant spirit of Mazdaspeed, which left us yearning for more after its last hurrah in 2013 with the Mazda 3 MPS, is stirring once again.

Just when we thought the shift to electric might have dimmed the prospects of a revival, Mazda has given us a delightful surprise: the birth of Mazda Spirit Racing.

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Mazda Spirit Racing Launched - A Comeback To Their Racing Roots

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The new in-house racing brand is the spiritual successor to Mazdaspeed, poised to develop more track-focused cars.

Now, it's time to plug in and power up as Porsche unveils the new all-electric Macan. Debuting in Singapore, it promises to eclipse even the legendary 911 in popularity stakes.

Two variants were revealed at launch - the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo.

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This Is The All-New Porsche Macan

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The Porsche Macan has been exhilarating the automotive world since its debut over a decade ago.

A fresh colour programme is now available for the latest-generation Porsche Panamera. These include but are not limited to Montego Blue Metallic, Ice Grey Metallic, Lugano Blue and Madeira Gold Metallic.

Madeira Gold Metallic, for example, is a warm, cognac-hued colour tone that evokes a golden autumn. Subtle effect pigments create a metallic brilliance and underline the overall effect of high performance and elegance.

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How New Paint Colours for the Porsche Panamera Are Made

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All new paint colours for the latest Panamera are available for even more variety.

When the Lotus Eletre first rocked up to the scene, it shocked motoring press worldwide. Controversial would be the word to describe the whole ordeal, mainly because ‘this’ is pretty much what the world thinks a Lotus shouldn’t be; a tech-laden lumbering electric SUV.

Mind you, this was never pitched as a game-changer; it simply exists as the Lotus of SUVs. But, the badge only tells half of the story here.

Despite the onslaught of virtual pitchforks and colourful comments, if you dig past the “hastily edited on template backgrounds” Colin Chapman quotes, there appears to be quite a bit of interest in Lotus heading in a new direction.

But, have the lightweight sportscar folks managed to pull it off?

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Lotus Eletre S Review - New Generation

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The Lotus Eletre is the brand’s first foray into the world of SUVs – Sacrilegious to the purists, but alluring to a new generation.