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It took Aston Martin six years to develop the Valhalla from a prototype to production. Could another version have a speedier turnaround? It’s only been a year since Aston Martin finally delivered the first production Valhalla as a coupe with its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid powertrain delivering 1,064 horsepower and 811 pound-feet of torque. If “industry sources” are correct, something new could drop as early as November, less than two months away as of this post going live. And it could be an open-air enthusiast’s dream. A Valhalla Spider Version Could Be Ultra-Exclusive Aston Martin Valhalla supercarAston Martin Considering…

The Denza Z9S all-electric sedan. Credit: Denza The Denza Z9S starts at 255,800 yuan ($37,910), 64,000 yuan lower than its pre-sales price. The performance variant can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in as fast as 2.68 seconds. Denza, the premium brand of BYD (HKEX: 1211), has officially launched the Z9S all-electric sedan, joining the competition in China’s mid-to-high-end electric sedan market with extra-long range. Denza launched the Z9S in 3 variants on Wednesday, with prices starting at 255,800 yuan ($37,910) and a maximum CLTC range of 1,100 km. The flash charging premium variant is priced at 255,800 yuan, the…

Video games have given us plenty of ways to traverse huge open worlds, but none have felt quite as oddly exhilarating as manipulating gravity in Control Resonant’s twisted version of New York City. It’s a game that lets you flip, twist, and fly through the air, while exploring settings that look ripped out of Inception. It’s as if you mashed up the meta storytelling of House of Leaves with the inventive platforming of Super Mario Galaxy and somehow turned it into a coherent experience. That strange combination is just the latest example of developer Remedy making games like nobody else…

The Drive 🤝 your inbox. Every weekday The Daily Brief wraps up the biggest stories and our exclusive reporting on the auto industry and car culture. Cars are meant to be functional and used. It’s one of the main reasons that shiny piano black trim is awful because it looks like trash in the real world. When it comes to vehicle controls Nissan has heard your and our pleas and will not be going the all touchscreen route. In an exclusive interview with The Drive, Senior Vice President and Chief Planning Officer for Nissan North America, Ponz Pandikuthira said when it comes…

With more than 250 km (~155 miles) of battery-only range, genuine off-road capability, and a range extending ICE motor that pushes total range well past 1,000 km (~620 miles), VinFast’s new VF Wild is shaping up to be an interesting entry in the electrified truck race. First shown as an all-electric concept back in 2024, the production version of the new VF Wild pickup is still motivated by an electric motor putting out 160 kW (~215 hp) and 280 Nm (~205 lb-ft.) of torque drawing power from a relatively modest 46.4 kWh LFP battery pack (compared to the monster 205…

They’re part of the app’s Guides feature and are available for select landmarks in five US cities. Screenshot by Steve Dent (Apple) Apple now links to Hidden Histories podcast episodes within Maps for select landmarks in five US cities. As Apple Insider has noticed, certain landmarks in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago and Washington, DC now show a panel in Maps that links straight to podcasts about their histories when you view their information in the app.  When you tap the panel in Maps, it’ll take you to an interface where you’ll see the…

Missing V8 power from the latest Jeep Grand Cherokee? Jeep probably won’t bring the engine back, but it will give you some of its horses. Actually, it could give you more horses than the current standard-issue Hemi. A new report says that the Grand Cherokee could get the one engine we can’t believe isn’t already in there. One that would deliver almost 100 horsepower more than the best the Jeep SUV can manage today. Grand Cherokee Needs Some Wind Beneath Its Wings 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee TrailhawkStellantis This is one of those reports that covers something we can’t believe hasn’t…

Two class actions in British Columbia allege that manufacturers conspired to fix prices of forged aluminum and steel products used in vehicles and replacement parts sold in Canada between 2002 and 2018. The lawsuits claim the alleged conduct increased vehicle and parts prices. The allegations have not been proven, and the defendants deny liability. The court has certified the actions against Hirschvogel for settlement purposes only. Hirschvogel is a German forging manufacturer whose aluminum and steel components are used in vehicle engines, transmissions, axles and suspension parts. The aluminum class covers vehicles and parts containing forged aluminum between April 1,…

Automotive The redesigned 2027 GMC Sierra 1500 is bringing fresh styling, more technology, and a new generation of V8 power, but buyers will also have to prepare for higher prices. GMC has revealed pricing for four-wheel-drive crew-cab versions of its next-generation half-ton pickup, with most trims jumping by several thousand dollars. The entry-level Sierra Pro now starts at $51,295, an increase of $1,955, while the Elevation moves to $59,995, representing a more noticeable $3,600 bump. The 2027 lineup has also been simplified, with the familiar SLE and SLT trims no longer part of the mix. That leaves the…

A promotional image highlights the Buick Electra E7’s reclining seat configuration. Credit: Buick. The refreshed Buick Electra E7 arrives just 5 months after its initial rollout, underscoring pressure on joint-venture brands to catch up in China. The new Pro version combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with advanced driver assistance. General Motors (NYSE: GM) brand Buick launched a refreshed version of its Electra E7 plug-in hybrid SUV (sport utility vehicle) in China on Wednesday, just 5 months after the model’s initial rollout. The updated model comes in 3 variants with official guide prices ranging from 159,900 yuan ($23,700) to 199,900 yuan.…