007-inspired secret experience
found in the heart of London

(July 19, 2024) LONDON — The House of Q, a new pop-up experience by Aston Martin inside London’s prestigious Burlington Arcade, has been created to celebrate 60 years of Aston Martin’s long-running association with the 007 film franchise. The relationship began with the 1964 release of Goldfinger, the film which introduced James Bond to the now iconic DB5.

771 bhp and 738 lb. ft. of torque
from pairing V8 with electric motor
    
(July 19, 2024) Bentley’s Flying Spur sedan is set to be reborn with the company’s new 782 PS (771 bhp) Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain. Launched recently in Bentley’s new Continental GT Speed, the all-new, performance-focused V8 hybrid powertrain will make the new Flying Spur the most powerful, most dynamic and most efficient four-door car in Bentley’s 105-year history. The new Flying Spur will replace the current model, which was launched in 2019.

(July 18, 2024) Cadillac has revealed the 2025 Escalade bringing a refreshed interior and exterior to the iconic and best-selling luxury full-size SUV. The Escalade has channeled Cadillac’s signature design, technology and performance since the beginning, and has earned its place in American pop culture. The new 2025 Escalade elevates what owners love most about the iconic luxury SUV. 

(July 18, 2024) To put an exclamation point on the electric vehicle sales slowdown, Ford said today that it plans to expand it Super Duty pickup line to it plant Oakville, Ontario, scrapping plans to spend $1.3 billion turning the site into an electric assembly hub, Automotive News reported.

(July 18, 2024) A unique range of British hand built sports cars from the classic era of the late 1990’s is being re-introduced to American enthusiasts via TVR Garage, which aims to re-ignite the presence of TVR products into the USA, utilizing the 25-year EPA and NHTSA exemption process for imported vehicles.

(July 18, 2024) DEARBORN, Mich.  — Ford Pro, Ford Motor Company’s commercial division, introduces the Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle to California, one of America’s larger commercial fleet markets. Charging operations for electric vehicle fleets can be complex. The Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle aims to help California businesses with electric vehicles in their fleet while improving operations and reducing upfront and ongoing EV charging costs. 

Second annual event moves to
Las Vegas Convention Center
 
(July 17, 2024) The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), producers of the SEMA Show, the major trade-only automotive aftermarket event held annually in Las Vegas, has announced the return of SEMA Fest for Friday, Nov. 8.  For its second turn, the event will come back as a one-day experience merging the show’s high-energy automotive atmosphere with musical headliners Cage The Elephant and Sublime, with Fitz And The Tantrums and Petey. Tickets go on sale this Friday, July 19.

(July 16, 2024) TORRANCE, Calif. — The development of the next-generation Passport Trailsport — the most adventure ready and capable Honda SUV yet — is underway. With a truly rugged design, authentic off-road capability, next-level versatility and innovative features, the 2026 Honda Passport is set for arrival early next year.

(July 17, 2024) The Audi A4 sedan and Allroad wagon will be dropped from the U.S. lineup after the 2025 model year, according to Automotive News. The A4 has for many years been an alternative to the BW 3-Series in the U.S. And Audi spokesman said the similarly sized A5 will only be offered in the Sportback body style for 2025.

To celebrate 35 years of MX-5
one of each generation on UK trip

 (July 17, 2022) LONDON — To celebrate 35 years of the Mazda MX-5, four Mazda MX-5s – one of each generation – drove a 1,000-mile route from Land’s End to John O’ Groats using sustainable fuel. Powered entirely by a 100 per cent biofuel from SUSTAIN, the world’s best-selling two-seater sports car became the first car to complete the end-to-end drive across the UK using sustainable fuel.