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Skoda gives the Superb a stronger plug-in hybrid setup. Offered in Sportline and L&K trims with 268 hp combined. It also gains larger, thicker ventilated rear brake discs Skoda has decided its sensible executive flagship could use a bit more spark. The answer is a stronger plug-in hybrid powertrain that now sits at the very top of the Superb range. Combined output climbs to 268 horsepower, though there is a catch. If you want it, you will need to choose either the Sportline or the Laurin & Klement trim in Hatch form, as the Combi is not invited to this particular party. The current generation of the Superb arrived in late 2023 with a full buffet of options, including gasoline, diesel, mild-hybrid, and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Until now, the standard 1.5 TSI PHEV delivered a combined 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS), well below the 2.0 TSI with 261 hp (195 kW / 265 PS). This new version reshuffles the order slightly and gives the electrified option a stronger voice...

Triumph unveils new Triple Trophy prize bikes and announces sustainable fuel testing programme at Moto2 opening round. On the eve of the opening Grand Prix of the 2026 MotoGP season, Triumph Motorcycles and MotoGP have pulled the covers off two exclusive Limited Edition prize bikes – to be won in this year’s Triumph Triple Trophy competition. The #001 Triumph Street Triple 765 Moto2 Edition model will be won by the rider who delivers the most stand-out performances in Moto2 this season – as voted for by the fans, and one lucky Triumph and Moto2 fan will win the #765 model in a free prize draw for the 2026 season. With only 1000 motorcycles being produced worldwide, the Moto2 Edition features carbon fibre components and these two bikes will feature an individually numbered and personalised billet-machined top yoke, making this prize even more exclusive. In the official press conference at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand, Triumph’s Chief Product Officer Steve Sa...

At least two new models will be brought to life with a Renault partnership. One of these new models will be a Ford Fiesta-sized EV. Jim Farley also recently expressed interest in a new sedan for the US. Ford hasn’t been alone in focusing heavily on the sales of crossovers, SUVs, and trucks, at the expense of traditional passenger cars, but it has been one of the worst offenders. Now, the carmaker has revealed it has plans for new passenger car models, but they won’t be sold in the US and are being developed for Europe. The Mondeo, Fiesta , and Focus have all been axed from Europe over the past five years, following Ford’s trend in the US, where the Mustang is now its only traditional passenger car. However, speaking during Ford’s recent Q4 2025 earnings call, boss Jim Farley said new passenger car plans are in place. Read: Ford Turns To French Carmaker To Revive Fiesta “We also have plans, exciting plans for Europe, on our passenger cars, but we will play very caref...

The Duster Spirit of Sand marks Dacia’s Dakar win. Adds unique styling, generous kit, and extra protection. Just 500 units go to Romania at €28,990 ($34,200). Fresh off a dominant performance at the 2026 Dakar Rally , Dacia has decided a bit of desert credibility belongs on the school run too. The result is the Duster Spirit of Sand, a limited-edition, full-spec AWD model that sprinkles some rally-inspired styling over proper hardware, including extra underbody protection and a hybrid bi-fuel powertrain. The Spirit of Sand builds on the flagship Extreme trim but adds unique decals along the lower bodywork. It is finished in Sandstone, paired with Copper Brown mirrors and 17-inch alloy wheels in black. More: India’s New Renault Duster Looks Like A Rich Man’s Dacia Duster More importantly, this Duster gets a proper protection shield for the engine and gearbox, made from 6 mm (0.23-inch) thick duralumin, a very strong aluminum alloy. On the regular Duster Extreme it is ...

This special Bentayga is known as the Something Blue Collection. The limited-run model will start at 34 million yen in Japan. Found in the cabin is white and grey leather with blue accents. Bentley has unveiled a special version of the Bentayga in Japan, catered specifically towards female buyers and set to be capped at just 10 examples. Rather than making the Bentayga overtly feminine, the Mulliner division has instead created something quite subtle. Known as the Bentley Bentayga Something Blue Collection by Mulliner, the special model gets its name from the Victorian-era ‘Something Four’ rhyme, a Western wedding tradition that has become popular in Japan. To receive good fortune, brides must wear something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. Read: This Bentley Bentayga Has A Wrap That’s Invisible Until You Shine UV Light On It With this in mind, the special Bentayga has a metallic white ‘Ice’ paint scheme that has hints of blue under certai...