This is a quick roundup of what’s happened in automotive for the week of July 21 – July 27, 2024.
Aston Martin Takes New Valkyrie AMR-LMH Hypercar To the Track
Aston Martin unveiled the new Valkyrie AMR-LMH as a track car for the 24 Hours of Le Mans. With plans to race it in both the WEC and IMSA circuits next year.
Cadillac Unveils SOLLEI Concept
Cadillac introduced its new SOLLEI concept vehicle as a “design expression of a coach-built luxury electric convertible.” Designed as a 2+2 convertible, the concept showcases future technology and design direction for the luxury automaker.
2025 Honda Odyssey Gets Mid-Cycle Updates
The 2025 Honda Odyssey will see several styling and technology updates for the new model year. These include new standard features in the cabin as well as updated exterior looks.
2025 Honda Civic Si Gets Styling, Tech Updates and Heated Front Seats
The refreshed Honda Civic Si will enter 2025 with interior and exterior styling updates, some added technology to include a full-digital instrument cluster, and heated front seats. The Civic Si remains the only car in its class with a manual transmission.
TRI and Stanford Engineering Achieve Fully Autonomous Tandem Drift Sequence
Toyota Research Institute and Stanford Engineering have teamed up to commit the world’s first autonomously-controlled cars to drift in tandem.
Final Bentley W12 Engine Built
Bentley Motors has announced the final W12 engine has been built in its Crewe, United Kingdom headquarters. Moving forward, the luxury carmaker will be utilizing more sustainable and lower pollution options, including electrics.
Honda E-Clutch Technology Enters U.S. Powersports Market
Honda has introduced its new E-Clutch technology to its CB650R and CBR650R motorcycle models in a first for the North American market. Previously unveiled in Europe, the E-Clutch makes riding easier and sportier, says Honda.
Sacrilege Motors Launches Virtual Showroom
Sacrilege Motors has launched its first virtual showroom where enthusiasts and potential buyers can custom configure their own Singer, Bollinger, and Sacrilege vehicles.
Nissan Adds Free Oil Changes On 2025 Model Year Vehicles
Nissan is adding three free oil changes for buyers of new Nissan vehicles. The program includes up to three oil changes over two years or 24,000 miles for both purchases and leases on new 2025 model year Nissan vehicles.
Bugatti Offers Glimpse Into Design Process for new Tourbillon
A new YouTube-based series from Bugatti details the design and engineering behind the new Tourbillon supercar.
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Gest Over 1,000 HP for 2025
The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will boost its 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8 to 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. The high-revving engine will have the most horsepower ever from any factory Corvette.
