V8
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2026 Automobili Mignatta Rina revealed, gorgeous new 1000kg V8 roadster
In this day of electric-this and hybrid-that, it’s rare and refreshing to see an honest-to-goodness, naturally aspirated sports car. Boutique Italian firm Automobili Mignatta has revealed the Rina, which is a small roadster, featuring a carbon-fibre monocoque. With the company…
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2025 Aston Martin Vantage review – track test (video)
Aston Martin’s new Vantage arrives with a clear mission; to reclaim its spot as one of the purest and most engaging front-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports cars on the market. With a 489kW twin-turbo V8 (yep, almost 500kW), a perfect 50:50 weight…
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New RAM 1500 TRX set for 2026, to get ‘Redeye’ 797hp V8 – report
Great news for lovers of ballistic muscle trucks, with reports from the USA suggesting a new RAM 1500 TRX will be back in 2026. Following the cancellation of the ‘Hellcat’ V8 engine for the RAM 1500 TRX and Dodge Charger,…
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Mercedes-Benz confirms new V8 AMG models for 2026, V12 continues
Muscle car fans and old-school mechanical engineering enthusiasts can rejoice, as Mercedes-Benz has confirmed it is going to introduce a new V8 in 2026, and even V12 engines will continue in some markets. In a statement sent out on February…
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Video confirms manual transmission for Genesis X Gran Berlinetta concept
A few weeks ago Genesis unveiled to the world its fully working X Gran Berlinetta concept car at Mount Panorama, as part of the Bathurst 12 Hour weekend. Now, the company has released a touching video to showcase the debut.…
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Dodge CEO hints V8 could live on for Charger – report
Good news for car enthusiasts and lovers of V8 muscle cars, as Dodge CEO Matt McAlear has given the strongest indication yet that the bent eight may return to the Charger after all. The electrified version of the Charger, the…
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2025 Range Rover SV Bespoke ‘Collins Edition’ announced for Australia
Range Rover is introducing a rare and meticulously-crafted special edition through its SV Bespoke division, called the Collins Edition. It has been tailored exclusively for Australia. Drawing inspiration from the prestige and architectural grandeur of Collins Street in Melbourne, the…
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2024 RAM 1500 Laramie HEMI V8 review (video)
The RAM 1500 has carved out a strong presence in Australia’s burgeoning full-size pickup segment, offering American-style muscle with premium comfort. Things will change this year, in a big way, as RAM is getting rid of the HEMI V8 and…
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2024 Lexus LC 500 review (video)
There are currently around 1698 new vehicles on sale today, including all makes and models (roughly). And out of all of those, just six models feature a naturally aspirated V8. Yep, just six. Three are sports cars and the other…