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World record Aston Martin Valkyrie gathering to hit Salon Privé London
The AMV Owners Club will attempt a world record gathering of Aston Martin Valkyrie at Salon Privé London later this month. More than 10 examples of the hybrid hypercar will be paraded around Royal Hospital Chelsea Ladies’ Day on Friday 19th April, along with a One-77, a Vulcan and a V12 Speedster.
New video series looks behind the scenes at the Caterham Academy
Caterham has launched ‘The Academy Racer’, a six-part video series which will give viewers a look behind the scenes at the UK’s leading amateur racing championship - the Caterham Academy.
Vauxhall reveals special edition Mokka Electric Griffin
Vauxhall has unveiled the special edition Mokka Electric Griffin with prices starting at £29,495. It is available to order from April 17th.
Alpine A290 to be presented at Le Mans
The Alpine A290 hot hatch will be presented to the world during the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 13th while its endurance racing team competes on the track.
Hyundai unveils IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup car
Hyundai unveiled the IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup car ahead of the upcoming Hyundai N Festival motorsports event. Based on the IONIQ 5 N EV, the car has been upgraded for the durable and intensive driving that the track requires and signals the start of a new era in sustainable racing.
F1 owner Liberty Media buys MotoGP series
The American mass media company has bought the motorbike series from Spanish company Dorna Sports which has owned MotoGP since 1992. Liberty Media has been in control of F1 since 2017 after purchasing the commercial rights from investment group CVC Capital Partners.
Triumph unveils Trident 660 Special Edition
Triumph has unveiled its new special edition Trident 660, featuring a contemporary white blue and red graphic scheme inspired by the five-time Isle of Man TT winning Trident, ‘Slippery Sam’.
Sebastian Vettel Porsche 963 testing - in pictures
This week, four-time Formula 1 world champion was behind the wheel of a Porsche 963 in a testing session at Motorland Aragón in Spain. The German completed 118 laps of the 5.345-kilometre circuit in two double stints as Porsche Penske Motorsport ramps up its preparations for the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.
Nissan commits to Formula E until 2030
Nissan has reaffirmed its Ambition 2030 electrification plans by committing to the FIA Formula E World Championship until at least 2030. The decision sees Nissan’s involvement in the series extending to at least 12 years, the longest ever FIA World Championship the Japanese brand has been a part of.
Lola and Yamaha partner up to join Formula E
Lola Cars will return to global motorsport by joining the FIA Formula E World Championship from Season 11 and have announced a multi-year partnership with Yamaha, who will develop and supply high-performance electric powertrains.
Volvo builds its last diesel car
As more and more car brands move towards fully electrifying their respective fleets, Volvo has drawn a line in the sand by building its last diesel car.
Toyota announces pricing for new GR Yaris
Toyota has announced pricing for its new GR Yaris. Set to be one of the most in-demand new cars of this year, and with limited numbers available, the 2024 iteration builds on the original model which brought a five-time rally champion car to the road.
First Dutch-Registered Rimac Nevera delivered to Rotterdam
Given to its new owner, Dutch entrepreneur Michel Perridon, in Rotterdam at an exclusive handover event, the one-off creation has been customised to the smallest, finest details.
Joe Macari to bring 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400 S to Salon Privé London
Joe Macari will bring five classic cars to the Royal Hospital Chelsea for Salon Privé London in April including a fully stored black and gold 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400 S.
New Alfa Romeo Milano to be unveiled on April 10th
Alfa Romeo will unveil its first ever fully electric car, the Milano, on April 10th after a final few months of rigorous testing at its Balocco proving ground.
Sebastian Vettel to test Porsche 963 Hypercar ahead of Le Mans
This week, four-time Formula 1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel will get behind the wheel of the Porsche 963 Hypercar in Aragón, Spain as Porsche Penske Motorsport steams ahead with preparations for this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Peugeot reveals upgraded 9X8 endurance hypercar to compete at Le Mans
Team Peugeot TotalEnergies has unveiled the upgraded Peugeot 9X8 which will make its competitive debut at the 6 Hours of Imola on April 21st for round two of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship.
Hennessey Venom F5 sets Circuit of the Americas lap record
Texas-based hypercar manufacturer Hennessey’s Venom F5 Revolution has set a new road car lap record at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) with a rapid 2:10.90 lap of the 3.41-mile-long racetrack.
Peugeot reveals seven-seater electric SUV, the e-5008
Peugeot has revealed its new E-5008 setting a new benchmark becoming the only electric SUV to offer seven seats, the choice of three powertrains and up to 410 miles of range.
Red Bull announces fan livery competition
Red Bull has announced its livery competition allowing fans to come up with custom designs for its RB20. The winning designs will be used on the car for three races in 2024: Britain, Singapore and the USA.