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Stellantis reportedly exploring Chinese investment, could Maserati be part of the deal?
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14/03/2026

Stellantis reportedly exploring Chinese investment, could Maserati be part of the deal?

The global automotive industry may be approaching another strategic turning point. According to multiple reports, executives at Stellantis have been quietly holding discussions with several Chinese automakers and investors about potential partnerships in Europe. One name repeatedly mentioned in those conversations is Maserati.

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Ferrari LaFerrari in unique Signal Green heads to auction in Monaco
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13/03/2026

Ferrari LaFerrari in unique Signal Green heads to auction in Monaco

A one-off Signal Green LaFerrari, originally commissioned by Jay Kay, will soon cross the block at the RM Sotheby's Monaco Auction 2026. Finished through Ferrari’s Extra Campionario programme, the car is believed to be the only LaFerrari ever delivered in this color

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BMW 7 Series (G70) facelift teased ahead of April debut
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12/03/2026

BMW 7 Series (G70) facelift teased ahead of April debut

BMW has offered the first glimpse of the upcoming facelifted BMW 7 Series (G70), confirming that its flagship limousine is about to receive a significant mid-cycle update. The full reveal is expected in April, likely around the Beijing Auto Show

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Ferrari Amalfi Spider debuts as Maranello’s new open-top V8 grand tourer
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12/03/2026

Ferrari Amalfi Spider debuts as Maranello’s new open-top V8 grand tourer

Ferrari has officially unveiled the Ferrari Amalfi Spider, the open-top companion to the Amalfi coupé and the latest expression of the brand’s front-mid-engined V8 formula. It pairs a 640 hp twin-turbo V8, a fabric soft top that opens in 13.5 seconds at speeds of up to 60 km/h, and genuine 2+ practicality

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CUPRA Tavascan receives rare EU exemption from Chinese EV import tariffs
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12/03/2026

CUPRA Tavascan receives rare EU exemption from Chinese EV import tariffs

The electric CUPRA Tavascan has officially secured a highly unusual position within the European automotive landscape. The European Commission has granted the model an exemption from the additional import tariffs imposed on Chinese-built electric vehicles entering the European Union.

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McLaren engineers are working on a rolling anti-lag system designed for hybrid supercars
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12/03/2026

McLaren engineers are working on a rolling anti-lag system designed for hybrid supercars

According to a recently discovered patent filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, McLaren engineers are working on a rolling anti-lag system designed specifically for hybrid supercars. The concept aims to eliminate acceleration delays while the car is already moving, something traditional launch control systems cannot do.

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McLaren enters a new arena with the launch of McLaren Golf
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12/03/2026

McLaren enters a new arena with the launch of McLaren Golf

For decades, McLaren has been synonymous with cutting-edge engineering, Formula 1 innovation and some of the world’s most advanced supercars. Now, the British brand is expanding its high-performance philosophy into an entirely new field.

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Volkswagen Group posts lowest profit in years as industry pressure intensifies
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11/03/2026

Volkswagen Group posts lowest profit in years as industry pressure intensifies

The global automotive industry is undergoing one of the most profound transformations in its history and even the largest manufacturers are feeling the pressure. The latest example comes from Volkswagen Group, which reported its lowest profit in nearly a decade, highlighting the growing challenges facing Europe’s biggest carmaker.

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Dacia reveals its futuREady strategy: four EVs and the new Striker crossover
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11/03/2026

Dacia reveals its futuREady strategy: four EVs and the new Striker crossover

Dacia is preparing its roadmap toward 2030, outlining a clear vision for the future of affordable mobility in Europe. The plan combines continued growth, electrification, and the launch of new models including a completely new C-segment crossover called the Striker.

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Porsche 959 SC in Rubystone Red: a legend reborn with 850 horsepower
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11/03/2026

Porsche 959 SC in Rubystone Red: a legend reborn with 850 horsepower

Some cars define an era. Others are so far ahead of their time that they remain relevant decades later. The Porsche 959 firmly belongs in that second category and thanks to the work of Bruce Canepa, the legend is evolving once again.

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Alpine accelerates its electric strategy with the new Alpine Performance Platform
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11/03/2026

Alpine accelerates its electric strategy with the new Alpine Performance Platform

After years of carefully rebuilding its identity, Alpine is now entering its most ambitious phase yet. The French performance brand, part of the Renault Group, has confirmed a major expansion of its model range while simultaneously preparing what it describes as the most important technological leap in its history.

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Lamborghini Miura turns 60: the car that invented the supercar
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11/03/2026

Lamborghini Miura turns 60: the car that invented the supercar

In 2026, Lamborghini celebrates 60 years of the Miura, the car widely regarded as the first true supercar in history. When it made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show on March 10, 1966, the Miura was not just another fast Italian GT. It introduced a completely new idea of what a high-performance road car could be.

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Mercedes-Benz VLE: Mercedes redefines the luxury MPV with its new electric Grand Limousine
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10/03/2026

Mercedes-Benz VLE: Mercedes redefines the luxury MPV with its new electric Grand Limousine

With the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz VLE, Mercedes-Benz is opening a completely new chapter in the brand’s long history. Built on the brand-new Van Architecture, the fully electric VLE aims to combine limousine-level comfort with the flexibility and practicality of an MPV.

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