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Maserati forgoes plug-in hybrids: the V6 Nettuno to be electrified without charging

Maserati confirms it will not adopt plug-in hybrid technology for its models, focusing instead on electrifying the V6 Nettuno without external charging. This strategy contrasts sharply with competitors like Ferrari and Lamborghini.

Marta Ivanenko·3 min read·11/20/2026

Polestar 2 Performance Review: 1750 km Behind the Wheel of the Scandinavian Electric Sedan

The Polestar 2 Performance offers a unique driving experience, blending Scandinavian design with impressive performance. Discover the insights from a week-long test drive covering 1750 km.

Marta Ivanenko·9 min read·10/26/2026

RUF B8: A New Era with a 1,000 HP Twin-Turbo Boxer V8

RUF unveils the B8, a 1,000 HP twin-turbo boxer V8 engine, pushing the limits of high-performance automotive engineering.

Marta Ivanenko·4 min read·10/25/2026

Dallara Stradale D50 Cabriolet Delivered to New Owner

The Dallara Stradale D50 Cabriolet has quickly found a new owner shortly after its market debut, showcasing the brand's commitment to lightweight performance and driving pleasure.

Daniel Cole·2 min read·9/21/2026

Mercedes Unveils New Safety Car for Formula 1

Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG introduce the new Official FIA F1 Safety Car, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+, celebrating 30 years of commitment to safety in Formula 1.

Marta Ivanenko·4 min read·9/5/2026

990 horsepower, driverless: the autonomous Nürburgring of the Xiaomi YU7 GT

The Xiaomi YU7 GT electric SUV completed a full lap of the Nürburgring Nordschleife without anyone at the wheel, in 10 minutes and 29.483 seconds. A first in the history of the German circuit, although NIO had already achieved the feat on another track in 2017.

Marta Ivanenko·6 min read·6/24/2026

Test of the Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50: The Fastest Golf GTI in History!

The Volkswagen Golf GTI has celebrated its 50th anniversary! The engineers have made the Golf GTI Edition 50 the fastest in history, even quicker than a Golf GTI Clubsport on the Nürburgring.

Daniel Cole·8 min read·6/19/2026

The BMW M2 Embraces All-Wheel Drive Without Renouncing Its DNA

Known for its rear-wheel drive temperament and pure driving pleasure, the BMW range evolves with the introduction of all-wheel drive on the BMW M2. A major technical evolution that does not compromise the playful DNA of the most compact M model.

Marta Ivanenko·3 min read·6/18/2026