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The GranTurismo and GranCabrio will be assembled at Maserati’s Modena headquarters. Moving production out of Mirafiori in Turin makes room for the upcoming Fiat 500 Hybrid. The change will take place in Q4 2025, confirming the commitment to the Motor Valley area. Maserati has announced that production of the GranTurismo and GranCabrio models will move from the Mirafiori plant in Turin to the historic plant in Modena, which is the…

The Purosangue features a range of colored forged carbon fiber parts at both ends. Mansory added a second rear wing to the SUV, because one just wasn’t enough. Changes made to the super SUV’s 6.5-liter V12 allow it to deliver 745 hp and 538 lb-ft. Last year, Mansory revealed its interpretation of the Ferrari Purosangue, the Pugnator. If you missed it, consider yourself lucky, because it might just be the…

A Porsche 911 GT2 RS prototype has been spied at the Nurburgring. The extra-wide track weapon will get a turbocharged hybrid flat-six. Rumors suggest the RS will make over 700 hp and cost almost $500k. With its wild scoops and spoilers, track-focused chassis and a screaming 518 hp (525 PS) flat-six, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a world away from an entry-level Carrera and is the daddy of the…

Dodge and Factorial begin solid-state battery tests with production aimed for after 2028. The batteries promise faster charging speeds, higher energy density, and better range. Factorial’s tech also offers improved performance even in extreme cold temperatures. Stellantis, and especially its Dodge brand, could really use a win right now. Enter solid-state batteries, the shiny new tech that could provide just the boost they need. Factorial, the company working on these…

Nissan has updated the Micra 350SR concept to help promote the sixth-generation model. The car features revised styling and an updated interior with a new infotainment system. The powertrain appears to carryover and this means we can expect a 3.5-liter V6 with 300 hp. If you’ve completely forgotten about the Micra 350SR concept, you’re not alone as the one-off model was introduced 23 years ago to celebrate the car’s racing…

EPA’s new head is pushing to ban stop/start tech despite its environmental benefits. Studies show that stop/start technology reduces fuel consumption by up to 8 percent. The tech has been in use for over 20 years with proven efficiency and lower emissions. The EPA’s mission, as proudly stated on its own website, is to “protect human health and the environment.” But someone might want to pass that message along to…

A new bill in Connecticut would target drivers going more than 100 mph. Offenders would face increased fines as well as having their vehicle impounded.   The bill recently passed the state House and now heads to the Senate. Bipartisanship is a rare sight these days, but the Connecticut House of Representatives unanimously voted in favor of new legislation that would target “extreme reckless drivers.” These are people traveling at…

The front end of a Supra has been grafted onto the body of the BMW Z4. Surprisingly, the nose of the Toyota coupe works well with the Z4’s shape. For years, enthusiasts have wondered whether Toyota would ever release a convertible version of the A90 Supra, a coupe as we all know is based on the BMW Z4 roadster. Even back in late 2018, Toyota’s chief engineer at the time,…

One of our readers spotted two prototypes of the Nissan Leaf during testing. The EV will morph into a crossover with a sloping roofline and modern LEDs. It will be offered exclusively in FWD, with a range exceeding 300 miles (482 km). It’s been a rough year for Nissan. The company’s in a bit of a financial bind, but that hasn’t stopped them from pushing out new models. Recently, Carscoops…