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Caterham Seven HWM Edition: a lightweight tribute to a golden era of racing
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21/03/2026

Caterham Seven HWM Edition: a lightweight tribute to a golden era of racing

In an era where electrification dominates headlines and software defines the driving experience, some cars remind us why we fell in love with driving in the first place. The Caterham Seven HWM Edition is one of them. Built as a tribute to the legendary HWM-Alta Grand Prix car, this limited-run Seven doesn’t just celebrate history, it distills it into one of the purest driving machines you can still buy today.

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Opel goes all-in on electric racing with Formula E entry
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21/03/2026

Opel goes all-in on electric racing with Formula E entry

Some brands talk about electrification. Others commit to it. And now, Opel is making its boldest statement yet. From the 2026/27 season onwards, Opel will officially enter the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship as a full factory team, marking a new era for the brand and its performance ambitions.

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BMW ALPINA is back and it starts at the very top
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21/03/2026

BMW ALPINA is back and it starts at the very top

A subtle teaser. Four elliptical exhaust tips. After being fully integrated into the BMW Group, BMW ALPINA has shared its very first signal of what’s to come and it’s exactly what enthusiasts hoped for: refined performance, unmistakable identity, and a clear focus on exclusivity.

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End of an era: AC Schnitzer shuts down after nearly four decades
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21/03/2026

End of an era: AC Schnitzer shuts down after nearly four decades

Some names in the automotive world don’t just build cars, they define culture. And today, one of those names is quietly stepping away. After 39 years of shaping some of the most iconic BMW builds ever created, AC Schnitzer has officially announced it will shut down operations.

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Jaguar loses its design mastermind at a critical moment
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21/03/2026

Jaguar loses its design mastermind at a critical moment

Timing is everything in the automotive world. And right now, Jaguar finds itself at a crossroads, just as its most radical transformation in decades is about to unfold. Because the man who shaped much of its modern identity is stepping away.

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Ferrari brings back real buttons: a small change, a big statement
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20/03/2026

Ferrari brings back real buttons: a small change, a big statement

In a move that feels both unexpected and entirely logical, Ferrari is officially offering a steering wheel retrofit that replaces its controversial touch-sensitive controls with… real, physical buttons. And honestly? This might be one of the smartest decisions Ferrari has made in years.

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Audi A2 e-tron: the return of a vision, redefined for the electric era
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19/03/2026

Audi A2 e-tron: the return of a vision, redefined for the electric era

With the announcement of the A2 e-tron, Audi is doing something rare in today’s automotive landscape: bringing back an idea that was simply ahead of its time and giving it a second chance in a world that is finally ready.

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Volvo EX60 demand explodes: production ramp-up already underway
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19/03/2026

Volvo EX60 demand explodes: production ramp-up already underway

Just weeks after its official debut, Volvo is already increasing production of its all-new EX60 and that tells you everything you need to know. Because in today’s EV market, where uncertainty is growing and several brands are slowing down, Volvo is facing the exact opposite problem: Demand is outpacing expectations.

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Honda hits the brakes on its EV ambitions: 0 Series cancelled before launch
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19/03/2026

Honda hits the brakes on its EV ambitions: 0 Series cancelled before launch

In what could become one of the most telling moments in the current EV transition, Honda has officially cancelled three key electric models, effectively pulling the plug on its much-anticipated 0 Series before it even reached production.

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Porsche’s next idea: a gearbox that feels manual or automatic depending on your mood
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18/03/2026

Porsche’s next idea: a gearbox that feels manual or automatic depending on your mood

At a time when manual gearboxes are slowly disappearing, Porsche might have just found a way to keep the driving experience alive, without actually needing a traditional manual transmission. A newly published patent reveals a shift-by-wire system that can behave like both a manual and an automatic, depending on how the driver wants to interact with the car.

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BMW i3 colours revealed: how personalisation becomes a key part of the electric 3 Series
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18/03/2026

BMW i3 colours revealed: how personalisation becomes a key part of the electric 3 Series

After unveiling the all-new BMW i3, BMW is now quietly revealing another crucial layer of the story: personalisation. While the full configurator is not yet live, we now have a first look at the available exterior and interior colours, and they tell us a lot about where BMW is heading with the Neue Klasse.

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Volkswagen ID. Cross: a €28,000 electric SUV that could change the game in Europe
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18/03/2026

Volkswagen ID. Cross: a €28,000 electric SUV that could change the game in Europe

Volkswagen is quietly preparing what could become one of its most important models of the decade, the Volkswagen ID. Cross. Set to launch in autumn 2026 with a starting price of around €28,000, this compact electric SUV is not just another addition to the ID. lineup.

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BMW unveils the new i3: the all-electric 3 Series that could redefine the segment
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18/03/2026

BMW unveils the new i3: the all-electric 3 Series that could redefine the segment

A few days after it accidentally leaked its own design, BMW has now officially unveiled the new BMW i3, the second model of its highly anticipated Neue Klasse. And this is not just another EV. This is the moment BMW redefines its most important car: the 3 Series.

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