Why, on earth, is this Volvo EV so expensive? What is Lidar anyway?
The EX90 may the Volvo’s most important vehicle ever; it’s the carmaker’s first all-electric, full-size SUV and boasts impressive autonomous driving tech.
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A hybrid Lambo?!? Massive power is just a flex of the foot away in this manic supercar from Lamborghini
2024 Lamborghini Revuelto’s V12 is good for more than 810 horsepower. Add EV boost and you’re over 1,000. The exposed engine, mounted behind driver, is a thrill.
H&H Classics will soon offer Madonna’s Jaguar
Art lovers are familiar with The Madonna of the Cat (Madonna del gatto), a painting created by the Italian painter Baroccio in the 16th century. But today, we are talking about Madonna’s Jaguar, specifically the one owned by the famous singer. This elegant Jaguar Mk X, which belongs to Madonna, will be featured in an […]
The lemons from the D’Lemons competition in Owen Sound (Cobble Beach).
Last weekend, I was in Owen Sound, Ontario, where I had the chance to attend the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Canadian equivalent of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance that takes place in August in California. In the case of the Cobble Beach Concours, the 2024 edition marked the 10th anniversary of the event, which […]
Porsche files a patent for a six-stroke engine.
In the world of internal combustion engines, the standard is the 4-stroke engine, with a few exceptions like the early Saabs. But Porsche, always in search of innovation, is venturing into a new territory by patenting a 6-stroke engine. This patent could potentially open the door to a new era in automotive performance. What is […]
Four-wheel drum brakes: Myth and Reality
This article on vintage vehicles is presented in collaboration with Fitzback Garage, your specialist in the restoration of original cars in Montérégie. It doesn’t brake well, it’s dangerous… That’s what some people claim on Facebook, so it must be true, right? Not really! Let’s clarify this misconception a bit. Yes, disc brakes are an excellent […]
CAA- Québec takes delivery of the first electric Lion tugboat in North America.
The newest addition to the CAA-Québec fleet is a 100% electric tow truck, the Lion5 flatbed. CAA claims that it is the first fully electric tow truck in service in North America! Based on the Lion5 medium-duty truck, this flatbed tow truck was manufactured by XpaK Industries, marking a significant milestone in CAA-Québec’s 80-year history. […]
Northvolt is laying off 1,600 employees in Sweden but is maintaining its commitment in Quebec.
The Swedish battery manufacturer, Northvolt, has announced the dismissal of 1,600 employees in Sweden, which represents one-fifth of its workforce, due to financial difficulties. This measure is part of a strategy to “focus all energy and investments on (its) core business.” On Monday, the company specified that 1,000 jobs will be cut in Skellefteå, 400 […]
Nissan celebrates the 40th anniversary of Nismo
It’s time to celebrate at Nismo. For four decades now, this subsidiary of Nissan has been dedicated to all forms of motorsport. That’s why, a few days ago, the Japanese manufacturer marked its 40th anniversary by inaugurating an exhibition of its landmark models at its headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. From September 17 to October 15, […]
The significant arrival of electric models at Porsche
“2024 will be a year of product launches for Porsche— more than any other in our history,” said CEO Oliver Blume at the brand’s annual conference in March. This offensive is heavily focused on electrification as Porsche aims to remain relevant in a world where carbon emissions need to be reduced. In 2024, Porsche has […]