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Zenvo Aurora Hypercar Debuts With 1850hp!

Recently unveiled during Monterey Car Week in California, the Zenvo Aurora marks the Danish automaker’s newest entry into the world of supercars. The public introduction showcases two distinct iterations: the Tur, designed for grand touring, and the Agil, optimised for track performance. Notably, both versions are limited to a production run of just 50 units each.

Both iterations of the Aurora exhibit a distinctive sharp-edged design. The Agil features a prominent large wing, while the Touring variant presents a sleeker and cleaner silhouette.

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Ford Mustang GTD Leaked Prior To Debut

Shortly after news broke about Ford’s plans to reveal a mid-engined Mustang at Monterey Car Week, a video of the new car emerged online. The footage showcases what is undoubtedly the most extraordinary Mustang ever created.

A clip that circled the internet showcases the car known as the ‘GTD’ as it is placed on a stand. A significant point of interest is the distinct mid-engine arrangement, which deviates from the usual conventional concept. Ford appears to have positioned the engine behind the front axle, resulting in a technically mid-engined configuration, albeit different from the traditional rear mid-engined layout observed in the C8 Corvette. Alternatively, there is a chance that the engine has been cleverly installed behind the seats.

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Upcoming Ford Experience Hub & Ranger Raptor Tour Locations

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the exclusive distributor of Ford vehicles in Malaysia, is launching the Ford Experience Hub tour, showcasing the Next-Generation Ranger Raptor 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel. This tour will visit two locations in August and September.

The tour will take place at Queensbay Mall (Ground Floor, North Atrium) in Penang from 16th to 20th August. Later, from 20th to 24th September 2023, the Ford Experience Hub will be hosted at Setia City Mall in Shah Alam, Selangor.

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Kia Teases Limited Edition EV6 Prior To Debut

The new special edition Kia EV looks like a bright green EV6 model. Although the car is mostly hidden in the preview, you can still make out its distinct shape and headlights, possibly indicating a signature green EV6 GT version.

Last August, Kia introduced the powerful EV6 GT with 576hp, which can accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 3.4 seconds. To demonstrate its capability, Kia pitted the EV6 GT against a Ferrari Roma and Lamborghini Huracan EVO Spyder, and the EV6 outperformed both of them at the starting line.

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Mercedes EQE Saloon Now Offers Autonomous Parking & Driving

The Mercedes-Benz EQE Saloon demonstrates its advanced capabilities through the Remote Parking Package and Mercedes me connect service’s Intelligent Park Pilot feature. This innovation offers heightened automation and driverless parking at SAE Level 4 autonomy. The Automated Valet Parking service is also available for compatible EQS Saloon and S-Class Saloon models. This marks the expansion of highly automated parking, including integration into upcoming Mercedes-Benz models like the E-Class.

The highly automated parking function offers several benefits. Firstly, it eliminates the need for manual parking, saving customers both time and hassle. This convenience is particularly noticeable in tight parking garages. Using the Mercedes me App, the driver can reserve a parking spot beforehand. Upon arriving at the parking garage, they simply drop off the car in a designated area and activate the parking process via the app. Once the Automated Valet Parking infrastructure assumes control, the driver can leave the garage.

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VinFast’s Nasdaq Debut Sparks Share Surge

VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, witnessed a surge in its shares during its Nasdaq debut on Tuesday, riding the wave of its recent $23 billion backdoor listing. This strategic move paves the way for VinFast to potentially secure investments from global stakeholders within the next 18 months.

The company’s stock made a soaring entrance at $22 (RM101) per share, surpassing the initial $10 (RM46) per share valuation set in collaboration with VinFast’s SPAC partner, Black Spade Acquisition. This upward trajectory continued throughout the trading session, culminating in a closing price of $37.06 (RM171.57) per share. Consequently, VinFast’s market capitalisation soared to $85 billion, eclipsing the market values of automotive giants like Ford at $48 billion and General Motors at $46 billion.

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