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Media post: The 5 Fastest Cars of the Last Decade: Speed, Specs and Safety

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In the world of automotive engineering, the pursuit of speed has led to the creation of some truly remarkable machines. This article explores five of the fastest cars from the past decade, delving into their impressive specifications, the technology that makes them so swift, and the potential dangers associated with such high-performance vehicles. 1. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ Top Speed:  304.773 mph (490.484 km/h)  0-60 mph:  2.4 seconds  Horsepower:  1,578 hp The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ made history in 2019 when it became the first production car to break the 300 mph barrier. This feat was achieved through a combination of advanced aerodynamics, a quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W16 engine, and extensive use of lightweight materials. “Bugatti is now under new management though, and the new boss is fully intent on pushing the top speed envelope.” 2. Koenigsegg Agera RS Top Speed:  277.87 mph (446.97 km/h)  0-60 mph:  2.8 seconds...

Here’s Your First Look At The Hyundai Ioniq 9

Hyundai’s Kia EV9 twin is set to for a full revealed in November

2024 Dacia Duster Review: Refreshingly Basic, Relentlessly Charming

Dacia’s baby SUV enters its third generation with a bigger range of powertrains and more rugged charm than ever before – and it still represents brilliant value

Toyota Hilux GR Sport Review: A Tough, Capable Truck – Just Don’t Be Fooled By The Badges

Don’t let the presence of sporty GR badging fool you – this is still at its heart a super-tough work truck, for all the good and bad that brings

Lamborghini Urus SE Review: Audacious, Hilarious, But Not The Car It Truly Wants To Be

The Lamborghini Urus has swapped pure petrol for an electrified powertrain. Does it enhance or hinder the SUV? We find out…

The International Harvester Scout Has Been Revived As A VW-Backed EV

The Scout is back as a pair of EV concepts with nearly 1000lb ft of torque, and they’re set to hit the road in 2027 with range-extender options

The Hyundai RN24 Is Part Ioniq 5 N, Part WRC Car, All Sideways

Designed as a ‘rolling testbed’ for future performance EVs, the N division’s latest creation is a sideways-ready mashup of its current stable

How to Add Style and Comfort to Your Vehicle with Luxury Custom Car Mats

This is a sponsored post by Car Mats Customs Custom car mats in luxury are a simple but effective way to raise the aesthetic and comfort of not only your vehicle's interior but yours as well. Other than serving functional purposes for protection on your car's floor, they give a class aura to your driving experience. While car mats would do the job for the average user, custom ones give you the ability to tailor-fit the design and material according to your taste and the interior of your vehicle.

10 Best Xbox Game Pass Driving Games

Subscribed to Microsoft’s on-demand gaming service? These are 10 driving games you need to try…

The 231bhp Petrol Mini JCW Is Here To Keep Purists Happy

Mostly, anyway. A petrol JCW joins its EV equivalent at the top of the new Mini range, but there’s still no manual

Thailand August 2024: Toyota up to 41.7% share, BYD up to #4

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The Toyota Hilux CHAMP ranks #12 in Thailand in August. Thailand is back on BSCB! We now have access to all brands and all models monthly rankings. In August 48,726 new light vehicles found a buyer here. Toyota further tightens its hold on the market at 41.7% share vs. 34.3% over the Full Year 2023. Honda is up to 13.3%, overtaking a weak Isuzu down to 11.4% of the market vs. 19.6% over FY23. BYD soars to 7.1% share and #4 vs. #6 and 3.9% last year. The Chinese manufacturer passes Mitsubishi (4.6% share) and Ford (4.3%). BMW (#8) and Mercedes (#10) also make their appearance inside the Top 10. Notice also Changan at #12, Tesla at #14, Ora at #20 and TANK at #25. Over in the models charts, the Toyota Hilux ends the month in the lead above its archenemy the Isuzu D-Max, particularly slow at just 9.1% share. The Toyota Yaris Ativ and Yaris Cross follow while the Honda City rounds out the Top 5. BYD places two models inside the August Top 10: the Dolphin at #6 and the Atto 3 at #10. The ...

Qatar January-September 2024: Ford (+63%), Geely (+62.9%) highlight market up 9.8%

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Oman January-September 2024: Toyota up to 53.9% share, Land Cruiser #1

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Kuwait January-September 2024: Ford Territory up to #2 in negative market

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Bahrain January-September 2024: Toyota Hilux catches up on Land Cruiser

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Yemen January-September 2024: Toyota at 94.7% share, Land Cruiser catches up on Hilux

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Syria January-September 2024: Hyundai H1-Starex best-seller

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Mercedes-AMG CLE53 Cabriolet Review: Not Affalterbach's Most Thrilling

Much like the CLE53 coupe, the drop-top version isn’t the most convincing AMG model, but isn’t without its plus points

10 Facelifts That Worked Brilliantly

Got it wrong the first time? Just make it better after a few years. We celebrate the best mid-life refreshes.

China new models September 2024: Smart #5 and Onvo L60 land

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It’s now time to study the latest launches on the Chinese market, based on wholesales. This month we have no less than 13 new models hitting Chinese roads, 11 of them Chinese. To fully understand the scope of the Chinese market, make sure you consult our Exclusive Guide to all 189 active Chinese Brands . 1. Lynk & Co Z10 (2,810 sales) The Lynk & Co Z10 is a 5.03m long all-electric sedan, the first by the brand, that will offer impressive range options of up to 806 kilometers, depending on the configuration. The Z10 is built on an 800V architecture, which enables rapid charging—adding up to 573 km of range in just 15 minutes. The car will be available in both single- and dual-motor versions, with battery capacities of either 71 kWh or 95 kWh. The performance-oriented dual-motor version accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds. Inside, the Z10 combines luxury with technology, featuring a 15.4-inch infotainment display, premium seating materials, and advanced driver a...

Canada Q3 2024: Volkswagen (+59%), Mazda (+42.7%) highlight market up 3.5%

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The Taos helps Volkswagen up 59% in September. 2025 model pictured. According to local consultancy DesRosiers Automotive, the Canadian new light vehicle market is off -3.6% year-on-year in September to an estimated 157,000 units. Keep in mind September 2024 had 3 less selling days than September 2023. The SAAR stands at 1.78 million, stable compared to July and August. Q3 sales are estimated at 473,000 units (+3.5%) and the year-to-date tally is still up a solid 8.1% year-on-year to 1.41 million units. Over Q3, General Motors (+8.7%) and Ford Motor (+5%) are the best-selling OEMs, distancing Toyota Motor (-8.4%) and Hyundai-Kia (-2.3%) both in decline. Note Ford Motor snaps the 2nd place YTD off Toyota Motor as a result. Nissan/Mitsubishi (+16.6%) and the Volkswagen Group (+32.7%) impress. Brand-wise, Ford (+4.1%) remains firmly in the lead above Toyota (-8.7%), the only Top 6 carmaker in negative. Chevrolet (+6.9%) outpaces the market at #3 while Honda (+2.2%) and Hyundai (+0.8%) t...