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Top Gear
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Bentley has revealed a faster and more powerful V8 Bentayga Speed
Bentley has revealed a faster and more powerful V8 Bentayga Speed Out goes the W12, in comes an uprated turbo V8 with a new 'Sport' mode Skip 19 photos in the image carousel and continue reading Turn on Javascript to see all the available pictures. 1 / 19 Bentley doesn't make its 6.0-litre W12 rolling thundercloud anymore, so for its new Bentayga Speed has deployed an eight-cylinder powerhouse to startling – and surprisingly sideways – levels. So welcome to the new Bentley Bentayga Speed: now a V8-powered luxury SUV with a 'Sport' mode. That's right, 'Sport'… in a big, two-and-a-half-tonne SUV. Advertisement - Page continues below Bentley said this new mode makes it exceedingly pointy, because 'Sport' stiffens up the dampers by 15 per cent, backs off the ESC 'to permit exhilarating drift angles or power-on oversteer', and even launch control. That's right, 'drift angles' and launch control… in a big, two-and-a-half-tonne SUV. And speaking of launches, you'll get there quicker in this V8 car than in the old W12-engined Bentayga Speed. Bentley quotes 0-62mph in just 3.4s, a full half-second quicker than the 6.0-litre car. It's also a full second quicker to 62mph than the regular V8 S. Interestingly, Bentley hasn't gone for the 771bhp hybrid V8 monster as fitted in the nose of the Conti GT Speed, but an 'uprated' twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8. Uprated to the tune of 641bhp and 627lb ft. More power than the outgoing Bentayga Speed (which had 626bhp), but less torque (the old SUV churned out 664lb ft). Still, Bentley has given it a good old bark, because there's a standard-fit sports exhaust, or the option of an Akrapovic titanium system. A far better soundtrack to accompany that new 'Sport' mode, which joins the standard 'Comfort' and 'Bentley' modes, the latter two carried over from the W12 car. Advertisement - Page continues below There's all-wheel-steering and the option of carbon ceramics, which all points to Bentley's efforts to make this massive luxury SUV… dance. Or, in Bentley parlance, 'recalibrates one's expectations of handling, roadholding, accelerating and steering response for a luxury SUV'. Quite. As befits a Bentley Speed car, the big Bentayga gets dark tint brightware, Speed badging inside and out, 22in wheels (with the option of 23s), a choice of caliper colours, an optional black roof, a new 'Precision Diamond' quilt pattern for the interior, and a darker secondary leather as the 'predominant' colour. No word on how much this surprisingly sideways Bentley SUV will cost, but it'll be... more. Top Gear Newsletter Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox. Success Your Email*
News.com.au
5 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
2025 KGM Actyon revealed
A South Korean car brand famous for building some of the world's ugliest cars has shifted names, and thankfully, shapes. Ssangyong, a company known for shocking eyeballs two decades ago with the Stavic people mover – a vehicle once crowned the world's ugliest car – has rebranded for a second time as part of its drive for success. Originally known as Ssangyong, then KGM Ssangyong following a corporate takeover, the brand will shrug off its old name to simply become KGM from June 1. It's a bold move in a time when new manufacturers seem to pop up every week – names such as Deepal, XPeng, Zeekr and Leapmotor come to mind – giving customers more choice than ever. Seeking to stand out from the crowd of new Chinese brands, KGM will advertise with a simple slogan: 'KOREAN BUILT TO LAST'. The brand relaunches with the first car designed entirely by KGM in the post-Ssangyong era, a mid-sized SUV known as the Actyon. It has little in common with the original Actyon, a sort of SUV-ute hybrid that predated the modern crop of lifestyle-oriented pickups by years. Unlike some of Ssangyong's past efforts, the new Actyon is a reasonably good-looking thing. It's well equipped, too. Priced from $47,000 drive-away, the car is loaded with 20-inch wheels, a powered tailgate, heated front and rear seats and twin 12.3-inch digital displays hooked up to Apple CarPlay and Android auto. Another $3000 brings a panoramic sunroof, 360 degree camera and wireless phone charger. Power comes from a turbocharged 1.5-litre engine that uses 7.6L/100km to make 120kW and 280Nm. Joseph Lee, managing director of KGM Australia, said the new model represents the revival of a model that helped start the trend for coupe-like SUVs such as the BMW X6 and Porsche Cayenne Coupe. 'Unveiling new vehicles is always a highlight for us all, particularly when it's something as striking and appealing as Actyon, a modern revival of the world's first coupe-style SUV,' he said. 'It's timely we fully embrace the KGM branding here in Australia and celebrate the latest vehicle design language with a brand logo refresh, to align with KGM's global identity and better reflect our commitment to design excellence.'
Wall Street Journal
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Wall Street Journal
GM CEO Defends V8 Engine Plant Decision
General Motors CEO Mary Barra speaks at the WSJ Future of Everything event about reinvesting in V8 gasoline engines at its Tonawanda propulsion plant in Buffalo, N.Y.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Stellantis Announces Antonio Filosa – 25-Year Veteran of the Company – to Be Its New Chief Executive Officer
Stellantis Announces Antonio Filosa – 25-Year Veteran of the Company – to Be Its New Chief Executive Officer Antonio Filosa – who currently serves as Chief Operating Officer for the Americas and Chief Quality Officer – to assume CEO powers on June 23 AMSTERDAM, May 28, 2025 – Stellantis N.V. (the 'Company') announces that its Board of Directors (the 'Board') has unanimously selected Antonio Filosa as its new Chief Executive Officer following a thorough search process of internal and external candidates, undertaken by a Special Committee of the Board, led by Executive Chairman John Elkann. The Company will now hold an Extraordinary Shareholder Meeting, which will be called in the coming days, for Antonio Filosa to be elected to the Board to serve as an executive director of the Company. Meanwhile, to give him full authority and ensure an efficient transition, the Board has granted him CEO powers effective June 23. The Board selected Antonio Filosa to be CEO based on his proven track record of hands-on success during his more than 25 years in the automotive industry, the depth and span of his experience around the world, his unrivalled knowledge of the Company and his recognized leadership qualities. Antonio Filosa has led Stellantis in both North and South America. During his time as Chief Operating Officer of South America, he took the FIAT brand to the market leading position and then significantly grew the Peugeot, Citroën, Ram, and Jeep® brands. As a result, Stellantis increased its clear leadership in the region. His work on the creation of the Pernambuco plant, one of South America's largest automotive hubs, launched Jeep® in Brazil, which quickly became the brand's leading market outside of the United States. As Jeep® CEO, Antonio Filosa expanded the brand's global presence, including in Europe where its models continue to be best sellers for the Company thanks to hugely popular products such as the Jeep Avenger. He was most recently promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer, Americas in December 2024. Since his appointment, he has initiated the strengthening of the U.S. operations, including by significantly reducing excessive dealer inventory, reorganizing the leadership team, driving the process of introducing new products and powertrains, and increasing dialogue with dealers, unions and suppliers. John Elkann will continue in his role as Executive Chairman when Antonio Filosa takes up his position as Chief Executive Officer on June 23. At that time, Antonio Filosa will also announce Stellantis' new leadership team. 'Antonio's deep understanding of our Company, including its people who he views as our core strength, and of our industry equip him perfectly for the role of Chief Executive Officer in this next and crucial phase of Stellantis' development,' said Stellantis Executive Chairman John Elkann. 'I have worked closely with Antonio over the past six months during which time his responsibilities have increased, and his strong and effective leadership spanning both North and South America at a moment of unprecedented challenge have confirmed the excellent qualities he brings to the role. Together with the entire Board, I look forward to working with him.' 'We unanimously welcome Antonio's appointment as our new Chief Executive Officer,' added Stellantis Vice Chairman Robert Peugeot. 'His track record of successful leadership during his many years with our Company speaks for itself and this, together with his deep knowledge of our business and of the complex dynamics facing our industry, make him the natural choice to become Stellantis' next CEO.' 'The appointment of Antonio Filosa to lead Stellantis opens a new and important chapter for our Company,' said Nicolas Dufourcq, CEO of the Banque Publique d'Investissement (Bpifrance). 'At a moment of transformation for the global automotive industry, Antonio Filosa has the knowledge, the experience, and the talent to lead Stellantis to new successes.' 'It is my great honor to be named the CEO of this fantastic Company,' said Antonio Filosa. 'I am grateful to our Chairman, John Elkann, and to the members of our Board for their leadership, particularly in these recent months, and for the confidence they have placed in me to lead our business during this pivotal time for our industry. I have always been inspired by the immense talent, passion and commitment of our people at Stellantis and the power of trusting our teams to achieve excellence. We have the world's best and most iconic brands in automotive history and an over 100-year heritage of innovation. That legacy, combined with our relentless dedication to giving our customers the products and services they love, will continue to be key to our success.' # # #Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA / Euronext Milan: STLAM / Euronext Paris: STLAP) is a leading global automaker, dedicated to giving its customers the freedom to choose the way they move, embracing the latest technologies and creating value for all its stakeholders. Its unique portfolio of iconic and innovative brands includes Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, FIAT, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move and Leasys. For more information, visit @Stellantis Stellantis Stellantis Stellantis For more information, contact:Fernão SILVEIRA +31 6 43 25 43 41 – ROUSSEL +33 6 87 77 41 82 – # # # Notes for editors: Antonio Filosa joined the Fiat Group in 1999 where he held roles of increasing responsibility, including plant manager of the Betim facility (Brazil) and head of Purchasing for the Latin America region. He also served as the head of Argentina from 2016 and as COO for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles' Latin America region from 2018. He was appointed the South America COO for the newly created Stellantis in 2021, became Jeep® brand CEO in 2023 and in October 2024 was named North America COO. His responsibilities were increased again in December 2024, when he was appointed COO for both North and South America, and further in January 2025, when he was named Chief Quality Officer. Antonio Filosa holds a master's degree in engineering from Politecnico di Milano (Italy) and an executive MBA in business administration from Fundação Dom Cabral (Brazil). He currently resides in Michigan (USA). # # # Attachment EN-20250528-New-CEO-Announcement
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Goldman Sachs Raised the Price Target for Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP)
Goldman Sachs has lifted Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:AAP) price objective to $48 from $43 while keeping a Neutral rating. A manufacturing facility floor filled with an array of automotive parts and accessories. The change comes after the company's Q1 results, which were stronger than originally expected in terms of both revenue and earnings. According to the firm, Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:AAP)'s turnaround approach is starting to pay off, as evidenced by the company's impressive quarterly performance. Goldman observes initial signs that management's attempts to enhance operations are gathering momentum, as stated in the research note. The retail car parts market is still essentially solid, and pricing trends show promise for growth. The company believes that because the industry is defensive, it provides resilience in unpredictable market situations. Goldman's updated outlook, although still cautious, shows more confidence in the company's approach against a steady and potentially improving industry backdrop. Improved investor sentiment linked to operational execution is highlighted by the $5 price target hike. While we acknowledge the potential of AAP to grow, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than AAP and that has 100x upside potential, check out our report about this READ NEXT: and . Disclosure. None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
