Car News

Italian supercar specialist Pagani has taken the wraps off the Huayra Lampo, a one-off version of its hypercar co-developed with Lapo Elkann - grandson of former Fiat CEO, Gianni Agnelli. While many will draw comparisons between 'Lampo' and Italian rival Lamborghini, the word 'lampo' means 'lightning' - a striking name for a striking car, obviously.

Last month we asked our Facebook followers a question: "Imagine a small RC helicopter hovering in a resting train. The doors close and the train starts to move. Will the helicopter stay mid air, move with the train, or smack against the wall in the back?"

The upcoming 2018 Audi e-tron has been spied again during development testing in Europe, giving us a slightly closer look at the all-electric crossover. Essentially the production version of the Audi e-tron quattro concept shown at the 2015 Frankfurt motor show, the new SUV will sit between the Q5 and Q7 in terms of size, though it's been reported that the new model will go without the 'Q6' branding initially expected.

Approximately 20,000 Mazda BT-50 utes has been recalled over concerns grass and other debris could accumulate in the underbody, potentially posing a fire hazard. Owners are warned that driving over high grass - particularly dried-out grass - can cause the buildup of debris, and come into contact with the vehicle's exhaust system. If the condition occurs, there is a risk the debris could be ignited by the exhaust, causing a fire in the underbody area.

Groupe Renault has purchased a 40 per cent stake in Challenges Group, a publisher with five magazines in its stable. It's an interesting acquisition for the French manufacturer, motivated by the looming onset of autonomy. According to the company, European commuters spend two hours in the car every day. As the burden of driving is gradually handed over to computers, that time will need to be filled with other activities.