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Infiniti QX80 R-Spec Specs, Engine, and Release Info: Full Breakdown

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Infiniti QX80 R-Spec Specs, Engine, and Release Info: Full Breakdown Infiniti QX80 R-Spec Specs, Engine, and Release Info: Full Breakdown Luxury meets insanity. The Infiniti QX80 is already one of the most opulent full-size SUVs on the market but for SEMA 2025, Infiniti has ripped up the rulebook. Meet the QX80 R-Spec: a one-off, track-inspired monster that swaps refinement for raw aggression powered by a tuned Nissan GT-R engine making 1,000 horsepower. Yes, you read that right. This full-size luxury SUV now packs the heart of a supercar. At its core lies the legendary Nissan GT-R 3.8L twin-turbo V6 (VR38DETT) not just borrowed, but comprehensively re-engineered: Garrett G-series turbochargers for massive boost JE forged pistons Boostline connecting rods ARP rod bolts for extreme durability ETS exhaust manifolds Full engine management via a MOTEC ECU for precision tuning Infiniti didn’t stop at internals. The build includes: Custom high-flow fuel system Upgraded intake setup ...

2026 Porsche Macan GTS Electric Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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2026 Porsche Macan GTS Electric Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown 2026 Porsche Macan GTS Electric Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown The future of the Porsche Macan is electric and it’s already winning. In 2025, the all-electric Macan outsold its gasoline sibling, helped in part by the ICE model’s exit from the European Union. But that’s just the beginning. Starting in 2026, Porsche will retire the internal combustion Macan globally, making room for an all-electric lineup at least until a new gas-powered SUV (under a different name) arrives in 2028. To strengthen its EV momentum, Porsche has just launched the Macan GTS Electric the fifth variant in the electric lineup and a compelling middle ground between the 4S and range-topping Turbo. And yes it’s seriously quick. Powered by the same rear electric motor as the Macan Turbo , the GTS delivers: 509 horsepower in standard mode A peak of 563 hp with Launch Control engaged 704 lb-ft of instant torque (a...

Mustang EcoBoost RTR Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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Mustang EcoBoost RTR Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown Mustang EcoBoost RTR Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown Ford is doubling down on performance. After launching the fire-breathing Dark Horse and track-focused GTD , the Blue Oval is now bringing serious driving thrills to the budget-minded enthusiast. Introducing the 2026 Mustang EcoBoost RTR Package a factory-backed performance upgrade that transforms the turbocharged four-cylinder Mustang into a capable, confidence-inspiring drift machine  without breaking the bank. It’s not just cosmetic. This is a mechanically enhanced EcoBoost built for fun, finesse, and sideways action. Ford didn’t cut corners. The RTR package borrows key components from its high-performance siblings: Rear subframe from the Mustang Dark Horse for improved rigidity Front and rear sway bars lifted directly from the Dark Horse setup Brembo brakes from the GT Performance Package: Six-piston front calipers Four-piston rears T...

2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown The Alfa Romeo Tonale may be barely two years into its lifecycle, but for 2026, the Italian brand is already serving up a refresh not a full redesign, but a sharpened take on its compact luxury SUV. And while the changes are mostly visual and trim-focused, one major mechanical shift stands out: the hybrid powertrain is gone. For 2026, every Tonale will be powered exclusively by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, producing 268 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque unchanged from before. It’s paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission and Alfa’s Q4 all-wheel-drive system, ensuring strong acceleration and confident grip in all conditions. No plug-in option. No electric assist. Just pure turbocharged performance. Visually, Alfa has refined the Tonale’s presence: Redesigned front fascia with more aggressive lower intakes New concav...

Capricorn 01 Zagato Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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Capricorn 01 Zagato Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown Capricorn 01 Zagato Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown You may not know Capricorn Group by name but you’ve felt its influence. This elite German engineering firm has spent years supplying high-performance components to Formula 1 , LMP1, and World Endurance Championship teams. Now, after decades behind the scenes, Capricorn is stepping into the spotlight with a supercar that defies modern trends. Introducing the 01 Zagato: a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive masterpiece born from racing DNA, handcrafted in collaboration with legendary Italian coachbuilder Zagato, and designed for one purpose only the pure joy of driving. Screens? Infotainment? Cutting-edge driver aids? Not here. This is analog emotion at its most extreme. At its heart lies a supercharged 5.2-liter Ford V-8 engine, heavily reworked by Capricorn to deliver a thunderous 888 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque all sent exclusively to the rear whee...

2026 Dacia Spring Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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2026 Dacia Spring Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown 2026 Dacia Spring Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown After nearly 20 years covering the auto industry, one truth remains constant: buying a new car too early means missing out. In today’s fast-evolving market, mid-cycle updates come faster than ever and the Dacia Spring is the perfect example. Just one year after its major 2024 facelift, Dacia is already rolling out a significantly upgraded 2026 Spring EV transforming Europe’s most affordable electric car from a slow city runabout into a surprisingly capable urban commuter. The biggest leap? Performance. Previously criticized for sluggishness, the Spring now gets two much more powerful motor options: Base model: Upgraded from 45 hp to 70 hp Top trim: Jumps from 65 hp to 100 hp But raw horsepower only tells part of the story. The real-world difference is staggering: 50–75 mph (80–120 km/h) in just 10.3 seconds down from a glacial 26.2 seconds High-outpu...

Aston Martin DB12 S Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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Aston Martin DB12 S Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown Aston Martin DB12 S Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown Aston Martin is turning up the heat. The British marque has unveiled the DB12 S a new high-performance variant of its grand tourer flagship, joining the recently launched Vantage S and DBX S in a growing family of "S" models under CEO Adrian Hallmark’s strategy to expand product appeal. More than just a badge upgrade, the DB12 S is a focused evolution of the DB12, engineered for sharper dynamics, greater presence, and even more exhilarating performance without sacrificing the luxury and refinement Aston Martin is known for. At its heart lies a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine, now upgraded to deliver 691 horsepower 20 hp more than the standard DB12 and 590 lb-ft of torque. Thanks to faster gear shifts, improved launch control, and optimized power delivery, the DB12 S Coupe rockets from 0–60 mph in just 3.4 seconds. The Volante co...

2026 GR Corolla Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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2026 GR Corolla Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown 2026 GR Corolla Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown The 2026 Toyota GR Corolla has arrived and at first glance, it looks just like last year’s model. No major redesign. No radical power bump. But don’t mistake continuity for complacency. Toyota hasn’t rested. Instead, it’s fine-tuned one of the most exciting hot hatches on the market with under-the-skin upgrades aimed at sharpening its already impressive dynamics. While the exterior and interior remain visually unchanged, Toyota has made meaningful mechanical improvements: Added 45.6 feet of structural adhesive to front and rear body sections Enhanced rear suspension tuning for better grip and compliance over bumps The result? A stiffer, more rigid chassis that delivers more direct steering response and improved cornering precision. Toyota claims these tweaks make the GR Corolla feel even more planted during aggressive driving good news for canyon-carvers and...

2026 Dacia Sandero Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

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2026 Dacia Sandero Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown 2026 Dacia Sandero Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown When Renault acquired Dacia in 1999, few saw potential in the Romanian automaker. Once dismissed as an industry joke, Dacia has since become one of Europe’s most surprising success stories. The Sandero wasn’t just popular it was Europe’s best-selling car in 2024, and has topped retail sales charts every year since 2017. Nearly 310,000 units were sold last year alone proof that affordable, no-nonsense motoring still has massive appeal. Now, for 2026, Dacia isn’t resting on its laurels. The entire entry-level lineup including the Sandero, Sandero Stepway, Logan sedan, and Jogger wagon receives a mid-cycle facelift packed with modern upgrades, new tech, and even its first hybrid powertrain. Exterior changes unify the family look: Redesigned headlights flank a refreshed grille, styled to appear as one continuous piece Pixel-effect LED taillights add a...

2026 RTR Mustang Spec 5: 870+ HP Supercharged Beast Limited to 50 Units

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2026 RTR Mustang Spec 5: 870+ HP Supercharged Beast Limited to 50 Units 2026 RTR Mustang Spec 5: 870+ HP Supercharged Beast Limited to 50 Units For over 15 years, RTR Vehicles has been a leader in Ford performance tuning, crafting aggressive, track-ready upgrades for Mustangs and Raptors alike. But its latest creation the Mustang RTR Spec 5 is easily its most ambitious project yet. Built on the seventh-generation S650 platform, this isn’t just a modified muscle car . It’s a limited-edition, street-legal supercar that outmuscles even Ford’s own halo model the $325,000 Mustang GTD. At the heart of the Spec 5 is Ford’s proven 5.0-liter Coyote V-8, but heavily transformed: 3.0L Whipple Stage 2 Supercharger for massive forced induction Heavy-Duty Race intercooler to keep intake temps low Performance cat-back exhaust system for deep, aggressive tone The result? A staggering over 870 horsepower and 660 lb-ft of torque surpassing the GTD’s 815 hp and delivering brutal acceleration that...