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Visionary Audi cockpit wins trio of car tech awards
October 26, 2016
The pin-sharp graphics, rich array of on-board driving data and split-second response rates of the all-digital Audi virtual cockpit have earned it the coveted title of ‘Tech of the Year’ in the inaugural Car Tech Awards, adjudicated collaboratively by a panel of automotive and tech journalists from leading digital brands, Carbuyer and Alphr. First introduced … Continue reading “Visionary Audi cockpit wins trio of car tech awards”
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Take a first look at the pick-up of the future!
October 26, 2016
We're usually all about fast cars and high-octane thrills here in the Petrol News office, but there's occasionally that announcement that catches our eye in other areas of the automotive scene. One such occasion has happened today, with Mercedes-Benz releasing its first pictures of a new concept model that has already been confirmed will be … Continue reading “Take a first look at the pick-up of the future!”
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Six wheels are always better than four!
October 25, 2016
You might not be au fait with the phrase two heads are better than one, and sometimes this certainly isn't the case, but when it comes to outstanding sports cars that can fire your imagination, six wheels are definitely better than four! Cast your mind back to the heyday of Formula 1 and the late … Continue reading “Six wheels are always better than four!”
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Hamilton wins but Rosberg applies the pressure
October 24, 2016
The pressure is building at the top of the drivers' standings in what has been a thrilling race all year for the 2016 Formula 1 crown. Austin, Texas was the venue for the latest wheel-to-wheel action between the two Mercedes title rivals on Sunday, with Lewis Hamilton coming out on top with an imperious display … Continue reading “Hamilton wins but Rosberg applies the pressure”
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Audi A5 prepares for UK debut
October 21, 2016
Fresh from the stage of the Paris Motor Show, the new Audi A5 will soon be available for UK buyers and it's a model that everyone here at the Petrol News team is excited to see. With sharp and sporty lines, coupled with an imposing front end, the A5 is a great-looking vehicle that will … Continue reading “Audi A5 prepares for UK debut”
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Man buys £825,000 Aston Martin on his phone
October 20, 2016
A visitor to this month’s Paris Motor Show liked a 1964 Aston Martin DB5 he saw so much, he hit the ‘buy it now’ button on his phone and paid for it using Apple Pay. The Aston Martin was on display on auctioneer Coys’ stand, with a fixed price of £825,000. The sellers say the … Continue reading “Man buys £825,000 Aston Martin on his phone”
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Getting ready for Austin, cowboy hats and all!
October 20, 2016
It's one of our favourite races on the Formula 1 calendar, as the F1 circus makes its way to Austin, Texas for the latest instalment of what has been a thrilling season to date! Taking place this coming weekend, the Mercedes pair of Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton will resume their fight for this year's … Continue reading “Getting ready for Austin, cowboy hats and all!”
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Ingrassia and Ogier claim fourth WRC title
October 20, 2016
Another great year of racing in the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) came to a head at the weekend, with the team of Sebastien Ogier and Julien Ingrassia claiming their fourth world title in a row! After 11 rallies and countless thrills and spills along the way, the pair's Volkswagen Polo R WRC took the … Continue reading “Ingrassia and Ogier claim fourth WRC title”
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