Alfa Romeo needs to remain a solely Italian brand as it seeks to relaunch itself for the next phase of the Italian brand’s existence, the company’s boss says.
Speaking to the media at yesterday’s Geneva motor show, Sergio Marchionne, the boss of Fiat Chrysler, confirmed that Alfa Romeo will not build cars outside of Italy as it seeks to reinvent itself as well as learn from and be inspired by its own rich history.
Alfa Romeo is set to return to its roots with a focus on rear-wheel drive, performance cars as the brand sets to hit reboot to take on the North American market and expand its appeal internationally.
Fiat Chrysler boss, Sergio Marchionne - who’s automotive group owns the famous Italian manufacturer, as well as Ferrari and Maserati - is adamant that in order for Alfa Romeo to succeed it must look back and learn from its rich heritage.
The new-generation Mazda 2 is unlikely to be offered with a diesel powerplant in Australia despite an all-new oil-burner being of the headline acts of its showcar precursor, the Mazda Hazumi concept.
The Hazumi concept presented at the Geneva motor show overnight showcased a new 1.5-litre turbo diesel Skyactiv four-cylinder powerplant which was described as a "potent and high-revving" engine.
Jeep is likely to build a ute (pickup) version of the next-generation Jeep Wrangler as the brand gears up to announce its plans for the next five years in May.
Speaking to Australian media in Geneva today, Jeep’s global boss, Mike Manly, hinted at the possibility of a Jeep ute. Mentioned previously, the concept was also seen in the flesh in 2005 with the Jeep Gladiator (pictured).
Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge powered by Nissan GT-R engine
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The Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge concept is confirmed to be powered by a slightly different version of the Nissan GT-R engine.
Infiniti announced at the Geneva motor show that the Q50 Eau Rouge performance car is powered by a twin-turbocharged, 3.8-litre V6 petrol engine linked to a seven-speed automatic gearbox.
If that sounds a bit familiar (apart from the transmission), it’s because its the same as the Nissan GT-R’s 3.8-litre engine.
