en Latest news, reviews, and more from around the The Car Connection https://static.thecarconnection.com/website/tcc-logo-rectangle.png https://www.thecarconnection.com Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:45:00 -0400 The Car Connection https://www.thecarconnection.com JLR has been spotted testing a prototype for an electric vehicle that will take a place in its Range Rover family of luxury SUVs. JLR is known to be planning the reveal of an electric version of its iconic Range Rover shortly, though that isn't the vehicle seen here. The electric Range Rover matches the design of its gas-powered sibling, apart...]]> Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:45:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1142477_2026-range-rover-velar-successor-spy-shots https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1142477_2026-range-rover-velar-successor-spy-shots news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1142477_2026-range-rover-velar-successor-spy-shots#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran JLR has been spotted testing a prototype for an electric vehicle that will take a place in its Range Rover family of luxury SUVs. JLR is known to be planning the reveal of an electric version of its iconic Range Rover shortly, though that isn't the vehicle seen here. The electric Range Rover matches the design of its gas-powered sibling, apart...]]> Mercedes-Benz is testing prototypes for a second-generation GLB-Class based on the MMA platform The new GLB-Class is expected to debut in 2026 Both electric and hybrid powertrains are in the pipeline A redesigned GLB-Class compact crossover is shaping up to be the second member of Mercedes-Benz's next-generation compact family, following the...]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:48:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145337_2027-mercedes-benz-glb-class-ev-spy-shots https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145337_2027-mercedes-benz-glb-class-ev-spy-shots news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145337_2027-mercedes-benz-glb-class-ev-spy-shots#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Mercedes-Benz is testing prototypes for a second-generation GLB-Class based on the MMA platform The new GLB-Class is expected to debut in 2026 Both electric and hybrid powertrains are in the pipeline A redesigned GLB-Class compact crossover is shaping up to be the second member of Mercedes-Benz's next-generation compact family, following the...]]> Renault will launch the 5 Turbo 3E electric hot hatch in 2027 The car is the spiritual successor to the 5 Turbo and 5 Turbo 2 homologation specials of the 1980s Production will be limited to 1,980 units Renault is bringing the legendary 5 Turbo back to showrooms, this time with an electric twist. After providing a preview of its new 5 Turbo 3E...]]> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:30:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146002_renault-5-turbo-3e-revealed https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146002_renault-5-turbo-3e-revealed news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146002_renault-5-turbo-3e-revealed#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Renault will launch the 5 Turbo 3E electric hot hatch in 2027 The car is the spiritual successor to the 5 Turbo and 5 Turbo 2 homologation specials of the 1980s Production will be limited to 1,980 units Renault is bringing the legendary 5 Turbo back to showrooms, this time with an electric twist. After providing a preview of its new 5 Turbo 3E...]]> Lewis Hamilton has starred in a remake of a scene from "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" The original scene features a replica Ferrari, which Hamilton tracked down for his remake Hollywood actor Edward Norton, a friend of Hamilton, also makes an appearance Lewis Hamilton has marked his start with Ferrari in Formula 1 this season with a little fun...]]> Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145992_lewis-hamilton-ferris-bueller-s-day-off https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145992_lewis-hamilton-ferris-bueller-s-day-off news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145992_lewis-hamilton-ferris-bueller-s-day-off#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Lewis Hamilton has starred in a remake of a scene from "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" The original scene features a replica Ferrari, which Hamilton tracked down for his remake Hollywood actor Edward Norton, a friend of Hamilton, also makes an appearance Lewis Hamilton has marked his start with Ferrari in Formula 1 this season with a little fun...]]> Chevrolet is testing a new hybrid Corvette that will likely be called the Zora The new hybrid will serve as a flagship model and pack hypercar levels of power A debut will likely coincide with updates to the complete C8 Corvette range If you thought the 2025 Corvette ZR1 with its 1,064 hp was the end of the performance road for the C8-generation...]]> Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:02:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1144417_2026-chevrolet-corvette-zora-spy-shots https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1144417_2026-chevrolet-corvette-zora-spy-shots news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1144417_2026-chevrolet-corvette-zora-spy-shots#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Chevrolet is testing a new hybrid Corvette that will likely be called the Zora The new hybrid will serve as a flagship model and pack hypercar levels of power A debut will likely coincide with updates to the complete C8 Corvette range If you thought the 2025 Corvette ZR1 with its 1,064 hp was the end of the performance road for the C8-generation...]]> Morgan's newest flagship model is the Supersport The Supersport introduces an updated CXV platform but retains its predecessor's powertrain Pricing in the U.K. starts at 85,000 British pounds (approximately $110,000) Morgan, the historic British sports car marque renowned for blending classic design with modern engineering, has unveiled its new...]]> Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145956_morgan-supersport-price https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145956_morgan-supersport-price news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145956_morgan-supersport-price#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Morgan's newest flagship model is the Supersport The Supersport introduces an updated CXV platform but retains its predecessor's powertrain Pricing in the U.K. starts at 85,000 British pounds (approximately $110,000) Morgan, the historic British sports car marque renowned for blending classic design with modern engineering, has unveiled its new...]]> The Telo MT1 electric pickup truck is now in pre-production Pre-production prototypes will be used for final testing and certification Pricing starts at $41,520 and reservations are already being accepted U.S. EV startup Telo reached a major milestone on March 6 with the unveiling of its first completed pre-production prototype for its MT1...]]> Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145943_telo-mt1-electric-truck-pre-production https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145943_telo-mt1-electric-truck-pre-production news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145943_telo-mt1-electric-truck-pre-production#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran The Telo MT1 electric pickup truck is now in pre-production Pre-production prototypes will be used for final testing and certification Pricing starts at $41,520 and reservations are already being accepted U.S. EV startup Telo reached a major milestone on March 6 with the unveiling of its first completed pre-production prototype for its MT1...]]> As the automaker's first four-seater, the Koenigsegg Gemera proved to be an engineering challenge not only in terms of performance, but packaging, as CEO Christian von Koenigsegg explains in a video about the Gemera's drivetrain. The Gemera uses a variation of the Light Speed Transmission from the Koenigsegg Jesko. This 9-speed gearbox does away...]]> Sun, 09 Mar 2025 07:45:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145857_deep-dive-koenigsegg-gemera-s-drivetrain https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145857_deep-dive-koenigsegg-gemera-s-drivetrain news@motorauthority.com (Stephen Edelstein) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145857_deep-dive-koenigsegg-gemera-s-drivetrain#comments Stephen Edelstein As the automaker's first four-seater, the Koenigsegg Gemera proved to be an engineering challenge not only in terms of performance, but packaging, as CEO Christian von Koenigsegg explains in a video about the Gemera's drivetrain. The Gemera uses a variation of the Light Speed Transmission from the Koenigsegg Jesko. This 9-speed gearbox does away...]]> Volvo will launch the EX60 electric compact crossover in 2026 A launch video for the ES90 electric hatchback provides a sneak peek at the EX60 The EX60 will be the first model on Volvo's next-generation SPA3 platform Volvo has provided a sneak peek at its upcoming EX60 electric compact crossover during a video released on March 5 for the reveal of...]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:45:00 -0500 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1144369_volvo-ex60-electric-crossover-due-2026 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1144369_volvo-ex60-electric-crossover-due-2026 news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1144369_volvo-ex60-electric-crossover-due-2026#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Volvo will launch the EX60 electric compact crossover in 2026 A launch video for the ES90 electric hatchback provides a sneak peek at the EX60 The EX60 will be the first model on Volvo's next-generation SPA3 platform Volvo has provided a sneak peek at its upcoming EX60 electric compact crossover during a video released on March 5 for the reveal of...]]> BMW 7-Series prototypes are out testing with heavy camouflage gear The flagship sedan is expected to adopt design elements and technology debuting in the Neue Klasse EVs The 7-Series' controversial split-headlight design appears to be going away with the update BMW's current 7-Series is approaching the midway point of its lifecycle and, in...]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2025 07:52:00 -0500 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145914_2027-bmw-7-series-spy-shots https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145914_2027-bmw-7-series-spy-shots news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145914_2027-bmw-7-series-spy-shots#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran BMW 7-Series prototypes are out testing with heavy camouflage gear The flagship sedan is expected to adopt design elements and technology debuting in the Neue Klasse EVs The 7-Series' controversial split-headlight design appears to be going away with the update BMW's current 7-Series is approaching the midway point of its lifecycle and, in...]]> Xiaomi has started sales of its SU7 Ultra electric super sedan in China The SU7 Ultra packs three electric motors delivering a combined 1,527 hp Xiaomi plans to set an official lap time at the Nürburgring with a production example When it comes to bang for the buck, it's hard to beat the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra. Currently available only in China...]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:45:00 -0500 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145870_2025-xiaomi-su7-ultra-price https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145870_2025-xiaomi-su7-ultra-price news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145870_2025-xiaomi-su7-ultra-price#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Xiaomi has started sales of its SU7 Ultra electric super sedan in China The SU7 Ultra packs three electric motors delivering a combined 1,527 hp Xiaomi plans to set an official lap time at the Nürburgring with a production example When it comes to bang for the buck, it's hard to beat the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra. Currently available only in China...]]> BMW's next-generation M3 is testing ahead of a market launch around 2027 The next M3 will offer the choice of gas or electric powertrains The electric M3 will ride on the Neue Klasse platform and feature a quad-motor powertrain BMW is fully embracing electric mobility, a commitment that will soon extend to dedicated M cars from the automaker's...]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0500 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145544_2028-bmw-m3-ev-spy-shots https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145544_2028-bmw-m3-ev-spy-shots news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145544_2028-bmw-m3-ev-spy-shots#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran BMW's next-generation M3 is testing ahead of a market launch around 2027 The next M3 will offer the choice of gas or electric powertrains The electric M3 will ride on the Neue Klasse platform and feature a quad-motor powertrain BMW is fully embracing electric mobility, a commitment that will soon extend to dedicated M cars from the automaker's...]]> British sports car marque Morgan is gearing up to introduce a new flagship model that's set to replace the Plus Six, which ended production last year. Known for its blend of classic design and modern engineering, Morgan is currently testing prototypes on public roads as it fine-tunes its new flagship model, the Supersport, which is set to debut on...]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:25:00 -0500 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145645_morgan-flagship-coming-in-2025 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145645_morgan-flagship-coming-in-2025 news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145645_morgan-flagship-coming-in-2025#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran British sports car marque Morgan is gearing up to introduce a new flagship model that's set to replace the Plus Six, which ended production last year. Known for its blend of classic design and modern engineering, Morgan is currently testing prototypes on public roads as it fine-tunes its new flagship model, the Supersport, which is set to debut on...]]> Aston Martin's Valkyrie LMH race car impressed during the official pre-season test of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship The Valkyrie LMH will also be entered in the 2025 IMSA SportsCar Championship The car's first race will be the Qatar 1812 km on Feb. 28 This past weekend, the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) held its Prologue...]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145820_aston-martin-valkyrie-prologue https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145820_aston-martin-valkyrie-prologue news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145820_aston-martin-valkyrie-prologue#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Aston Martin's Valkyrie LMH race car impressed during the official pre-season test of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship The Valkyrie LMH will also be entered in the 2025 IMSA SportsCar Championship The car's first race will be the Qatar 1812 km on Feb. 28 This past weekend, the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) held its Prologue...]]> TDF has released a documentary that details how it turns retired Formula 1 cars into track toys The company uses original chassis but swaps in its own power unit and gearbox The company only uses chassis that have competed in actual F1 races Forget the Aston Martin Valkyrie and Mercedes-Benz AMG One—if you’re after the closest thing to...]]> Fri, 21 Feb 2025 07:15:00 -0500 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145753_tdf-private-f1-car-documentary https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145753_tdf-private-f1-car-documentary news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145753_tdf-private-f1-car-documentary#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran TDF has released a documentary that details how it turns retired Formula 1 cars into track toys The company uses original chassis but swaps in its own power unit and gearbox The company only uses chassis that have competed in actual F1 races Forget the Aston Martin Valkyrie and Mercedes-Benz AMG One—if you’re after the closest thing to...]]>