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2025 Audi RS 6 Avant GT Is The Super-Wagon We Didn’t Know We Needed

Globally, there will be a handful of paint choices together with a few totally different decal schemes and two wheel finishes. All of the U.S. spec vehicles, nevertheless, will probably be completed in Arkona White with Audi Sport heritage decals in black, grey, and pink. Model badges entrance and rear can even match that shade scheme, whereas the wheels will probably be completed in high-gloss white. The hood openings will present uncovered carbon fiber.

Inside, U.S. vehicles will get the efficiency seats from the RS 6 Avant, with pink and copper stitching. Other areas will get particular RS bucket seats. Dinamica black microfiber wraps the middle console, armrest, dashboard, and extra, and the seatbelts are crimson pink. Audi can even put a serial quantity for the automobile on a middle console plaque.

2025 Audi RS 6 Avant GT dashAudi

An influence panoramic sunroof will probably be normal, as will Continental Sport Contact 7 tires. The customizations from a typical RS 6 Avant will happen at Audi’s Neckarsulm manufacturing plant — residence of the R8 together with the RS e-tron GT — taking an additional day for hand-fitting of the brand new bodywork and different mechanical adjustments.

Motorsport

You Can Order A Black Or White Tesla Cybertruck From The Factory

Tesla has begun production of its new Cybertruck pickup and delivered the first few to employees during a special event hosted by Elon Musk. The automaker has also updated its website with pricing, specs, and options, including a $6,500 factory-installed paint protection film for the stainless steel body, available in white or black.

According to Tesla’s website, the self-healing, urethane-based film protects against scratches and is more environmentally friendly compared to standard vinyl wraps. Selecting this option will result in every stainless steel surface being exposed in either satin white or satin black.

Tesla Cybertruck white wrap

If you prefer to maintain the stainless steel look but still want an extra layer of protection, Cybertruck buyers can also opt for a “premium satin clear paint film” for $5,000.

The availability of the wrap comes as a surprise, as Musk previously mentioned that the “Cybertruck can have any color you want, so long as it’s nothing,” and wraps would not be available “at first.”

Tesla already offers factory paint protection film wrap installations for the Model 3 and the Model Y, with prices starting from $7,500. This isn’t the first time a Cybertruck has been seen from the factory in a color other than naked stainless steel. Tesla chief designer Franz von Holzhausen made an appearance in a black-colored Cybertruck at a Cars & Coffee event in Malibu earlier this month. InsideEVs got a close-up look. Hopefully the production-spec wraps look better than this example.

VauxhallUk

VAUXHALL OPENS ORDERS FOR ALL-NEW ASTRA SPORTS TOURER ELECTRIC

  • Vauxhall’s first fully electric estate car and one of just a handful available on the market
  • Powered by a new, quieter and more efficient 156hp electric motor and next-generation 54kWh battery, achieving 256 miles (WLTP) between charges
  • Focus on efficiency means All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric is capable of 4.2 miles per kWh (WLTP)
  • All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric weighs only 68kg more than Plug-in Hybrid version
  • Efficient battery configuration results in no compromise in passenger space or boot capacity compared to Plug-in Hybrid variant
  • All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric available from £39,995 OTR
  • All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric now open for orders with deliveries from Spring
  • From 2024, Vauxhall will offer a fully electric version of every car model

Vauxhall has opened orders for the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric, the first fully electric estate car from the brand and one of just a handful available on the market. Prices for the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric start from £39,995 OTR, with first deliveries from the second quarter of 2024.

With the arrival of the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric, Vauxhall now offers six fully electric passenger vehicles and will offer a fully electric version of every model from 2024. Already available with efficient petrol engines and advanced Plug-in Hybrid powertrains, the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric extends the powertrain offer for buyers.

Bold and Pure design

The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric features Vauxhall’s distinctive bold and pure design language and its ‘Vizor’ front end, which houses the latest driver aids and safety systems, the Griffin logo and the brand’s class-leading Intelli-Lux LED® Pixel Light technology (available on Ultimate models). Meanwhile, the Vauxhall ‘Compass’ design principle ensures the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric looks balanced from every angle.

All models come as standard with aerodynamic 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels with a specific eco tyre size (215/45R18 A+), contributing to the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric’s impressive efficiency. 

Electric efficiency

The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric features a fully electric powertrain powered by a new, more efficient and quieter 115kW (156hp) electric motor producing 270Nm of torque, and a 54kWh battery.  A heat pump and a focus on efficiency enables the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric to achieve 4.2 miles per kWh (WLTP), resulting in a WLTP-certified range of 256 miles.

The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric‘s 54kWh battery is integrated into the chassis below the front and rear seats, resulting in a 31% increase in torsional stiffness compared to a petrol Astra Sports Tourer. Combined with a new rear axle design, the increased stiffness also brings improved handling, while a focus on reducing weight means the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric weighs only 68kg more than the Plug-in Hybrid version.

Drivers can choose between three driving modes; Eco, Normal, and Sport, and range can be preserved by activating ‘B’ mode via a button on the gear selector to increase the level of regenerative braking. The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric accelerates from 0-62mph in 9.2 seconds and achieves a top-speed of 106mph.

As with the rest of the fully electric Vauxhall range, the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric supports 100kW DC rapid charging, with a 20%-80% charge taking just 26 minutes to complete. All Astra Sports Tourer Electric models come standard with a three-phase 11kW AC onboard charger, enabling a 0-100% charge in 5 hours 45 minutes, or 8 hours from a 7kW home wallbox.

Innovative and comfortable interior

The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric features Vauxhall’s latest interior technologies, driver aids and safety features. The full edge-to-edge, driver-focused, Pure Panel Pro digital interface features a 10-inch digital instrument display and a 10-inch touchscreen with satellite navigation as standard. Frequently used settings, such as climate control, can still be easily adjusted at the touch of a physical button.

The Intelli-HUD head-up display unit, available on Ultimate models, allows drivers to stay focused on the road ahead, while the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric is also available with Intelli-Drive 2.0, Vauxhall’s most advanced and intuitive driver assist technologies. This includes:

  • Semi-Automated Lane Change Assist – works at speeds between 45mph and 70mph and enables the driver to instruct the vehicle to change lanes, conditions permitting.
  • Advanced Intelligent Speed Adaptation – monitors both road signs and weather conditions to adjust the vehicle speed.

Other features available with Intelli-Drive include Lane Positioning Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Side-Blind Spot Alert.

The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric features class-leading lighting, with Ultimate models available with Vauxhall’s IntelliLux LED® Pixel Light technology. Featuring 168 individual LED elements – 84 per headlight – the matrix headlights automatically cut out oncoming road users from its beam, ensuring drivers have a clear view of the road without dazzling other road users.

The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric features comfortable and supportive seating, with Ultimate versions featuring Alcantara® seat and door trim. In GS and Ultimate versions, the ergonomic active sport seats have been certified by ‘AGR’ (German Campaign for Healthier Backs).

Because the battery is housed in the vehicle’s underbody, there is no compromise in passenger room or luggage space. The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric comes with 516 litres of luggage space, increasing to 1,553 litres when the 40/20/40 seats are folded – identical to Plug-in Hybrid variants. Practicality is boosted in Ultimate versions by roof rails and a hands-free powered tailgate.

Specification

The All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric is available in a choice of three trim levels – Design, GS and Ultimate.

Highlights on Design trim include Vauxhall’s Multimedia Pure Panel Navigation system with wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, as well as automatic LED headlights and front and rear parking sensors. Vauxhall’s numerous drive assist systems provide an added level of safety onboard, with features including forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist and traffic sign recognition fitted as standard across all trim levels.

GS trim adds a sporty look, with design enhancements including 18-inch black alloy wheels, a contrasting black roof, sports-style bumpers and a black Griffin logo and Vizor frame. Drivers also benefit from an Intelli-Vision 360-degree parking camera and adaptive cruise control, while keyless entry and start, a heated steering wheel and heated front seats provide greater comfort and convenience.

Completing the line-up, Ultimate models are equipped with class-leading IntelliLux LED® Pixel headlights, Intelli-Drive 2.0 and an Intelli-HUD (Head-Up Display). Additional features include a wireless phone charger, panoramic sunroof and Alcantara® upholstery.

Orders for the All-New Astra Sports Tourer Electric are open now, with first deliveries expected in Q2 2024.

Astra Sports Tourer Electric – Pricing

Trim

BiK rates (23/24)

P11D Price

OTR MRRP

Design

2%

£39,940

£39,995

GS

2%

£42,290

£42,345

Ultimate

2%

£45,405

£45,460

Motorsport

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Stalked In Traffic Looks Refreshingly Boxy

About two weeks have passed since Hyundai published a handful of images depicting its completely redesigned Santa Fe. Entering its fifth generation, the midsize SUV was spotted in traffic in South Korea without any camouflage. The full debut is scheduled to take place in the coming days, and in the meantime, spy videos allow us to get better acquainted with the vehicle’s bold redesign.

Several production-ready prototypes were seen, and it seems that the new Santa Fe looks better in real life than in official photos. Some may find the rear design polarizing, but the profile gives off a strong Land Rover Defender 130 vibe, which can be seen as a positive. This generation of the Santa Fe has undergone a drastic change, so much so that it could have been given a completely new name.

Technical specifications for the 2024 Santa Fe are yet to be released, but Hyundai has revealed that it will have a longer wheelbase than its predecessor. The SUV appears to be considerably larger than before, and we are curious to see how it compares to the full-size Palisade. Some test vehicles featured an “HTRAC” logo on the bottom-right corner of the tailgate, indicating all-wheel drive.

Last week, a different prototype was spotted with a “plug-in” badge and a charging port on the right-side rear fender. In official images, one version of the Santa Fe shown by Hyundai had a 2.5T logo. In the outgoing Santa Fe, the turbocharged inline-four engine produces 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque, which can be sent to the front wheels or to an optional all-wheel drive through an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Hyundai has announced that the new Santa Fe will be available for the 2024 model year in the United States, with the North American premiere scheduled for later this summer. The local debut in South Korea is set for August 10.

Motorsport

Alfa Romeo 4C Designer’s Cut Teases Inspiration For Upcoming Unique Model

The Alfa Romeo 4C was a significant vehicle for the Italian brand in the United States. Although there were a few 8C Competizione supercars in the country, the 4C was the model that truly marked Alfa Romeo’s return. Introduced in 2013, the sports car has since been discontinued. However, to commemorate its 10th anniversary, Alfa Romeo has revealed three project ideas called the Designer’s Cut. These concepts will serve as inspiration for an upcoming one-off model that will be available for purchase in the future.