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Top Gear
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Revealed: the fast, sporty, tri-motor Alpine A390
Revealed: the fast, sporty, tri-motor Alpine A390 And in good news, it's not another crossover. Yay! Meet Alpine's powerful new five-door Skip 13 photos in the image carousel and continue reading Turn on Javascript to see all the available pictures. 1 / 13 Well we expected the new Alpine electric five-door to be fast. And it is. The surprise, and relief really, is that it isn't a crossover. It's lower than a VW ID.3, and barely taller than a Golf. It's low proportions give it a chance to feel properly sporty. So does the fact it has three motors. The rear two are independent for each wheel, so it can dance through corners. Advertisement - Page continues below Most of all perhaps, we've got Alpine's record. While the A110 is a very different thing – petrol-driven and analogue versus electric and digital – at least it shows they know what they're aiming at. The little A290 EV hot hatch is pretty fine too. Best estimates put the A390 at somewhere between £60k-70k. The lower of those prices gets 400bhp, 0-62mph in 4.8 seconds and plenty of equipment. Step up to the top rung and it's 470bhp, 0-62mph in 3.9 seconds and even more kit including bigger 21in wheels and very fancy French Diavelet hi-fi. The body design is a striking departure from everyone else's EV five-doors. From the side, it has more than a soupçon of stretched-out A110, thanks to the belt-line crease dropping towards the rear wheel, and the distinctive window and roof lines, with the characteristic bubble glass tailgate behind. At the front it goes its own way, with no obvious reference to the small inner lamp pairs of the A110 and A290 (themselves are echoes of the 1960s rally spotlamps). The A390 has multiple triangular LEDs to give the face a pixie-dust look. A wing surface runs between the headlamps along the upper nose, with an air channel beneath it. Aero matters in this car. Advertisement - Page continues below The interior story is much more like the A290, with two big screens and lots of physical switches. It runs the Renault Group's version of Google maps. In our experience that has provided comfortingly accurate estimates of remaining range – it takes into account altitude and the speed of the roads you'll be driving on. It also effectively plans longer routes with the minimum charging downtime, sniffing out quick chargers that are unoccupied when you approach. Talking of charging, it'll get from 15-80 per cent in about 25 minutes. Both versions have a useful 89kWh battery, using cells of unique formulation to be able to chuck out the necessary 1200 amps to keep all three motors fed at full power. All of that gives it a range of 325 to 347 miles WLTP. The more expensive one is the less rangey, as is usual. And as it's a car and not a hulking SUV, we're hoping for sensible real-world efficiency as well as a very fine steer. 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*
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Ed Westwick's wife Amy Jackson shows off her toned legs in a sports skirt as the couple attend AUTRY's London flagship store opening event
Ed Westwick and his wife Amy Jackson slipped into sporty outfits to attend AUTRY's London flagship store opening on Wednesday night. The Gossip Girl actor, 37, and the actress, 33, looked ready for exercise as they posed inside the shop. Amy showed off her toned legs in a black and white tennis skirt which she teamed with a matching top. She completed the look with white trainers and wore her brunette tresses slicked back while opting for glowing makeup. Ed meanwhile wore a bright blue tracksuit look, white T-shirt and trainers as he posed with Amy. The pair looked like they were having a great time at the event as they larked around for snaps. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Back in March the couple announced on Instagram that they have welcomed their first child together. The pair looked on cloud nine as they introduced their baby boy to the world by sharing a number of sweet black and white photos. Amy was seen cradling the newborn while Ed placed a caring hand on the little boy and kissed his wife's cheek as they posed for photos in a field. The happy couple also revealed their bundle of joys sweet name and shared a close up photo holding his tiny hand. Amy looked stunning in a white jumper dress as she kissed the newborns head in another adorable snap. They wrote: 'Welcome to the world, baby boy. Oscar Alexander Westwick.' Amy is already a proud mother to son Andreas, five, whom she shares with her former partner, hotelier George Panayiotou. The pair have been together since 2021 after they were introduced by a mutual friend at an Aston Martin event in the UK - and tied the knot in August last year. The couple became husband and wife after saying 'I do' in a stunning ceremony in Italy surrounded by their family and friends. For her big day, Amy wore a sweeping white satin gown with a flattering strapless neckline and full princess-style skirt, teamed with a long veil with intricate lace detailing. While Ed cut a dashing figure in a cream blazer and black trousers, teamed with a white button-up shirt and a bow tie. The actor took to his Instagram to announce they had tied the knot and shared glimpses into their nuptials at the Castello di Rocca Cilento. Captioning the gorgeous snaps, Ed gushed: 'The journey has just begun' followed by a ring emoji. Ed first met Amy at Silverstone racetrack in 2021, with a source telling The Sun on Sunday at the time: 'Ed and Amy are a really good match. They hit it off straight away. 'Both like to have fun and are career-driven. They're enjoying getting to know each other for now.' The couple went Instagram official just before Valentine's Day in 2022, with Amy penning a sweet note on her social media just in time for the occasion. She wrote: 'Happy Valentine's Baby - forever grateful for the endless belly laughs and ultimate love!'
Auto Blog
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Toyota Unveils Vintage-Inspired Corolla Hatchback FX
Inspired by the 1980s pocket rocket, the Corolla Hatchback FX brings some flair to the automaker's sporty hatchback. Back in the late 1980s, Toyota dropped the Toyota Corolla FX16: a small hatchback powered by the legendary 4A-GE engine with a 7500 rpm redline and a five-speed transmission. It wasn't quick by any means, only making 108 hp, but its stature and 2,440 lb curb weight made it a blast in corners. The 1980s are gone, but thankfully, the FX16 is now back in the form of the 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX Edition. 0:07 / 0:09 Walmart is selling a 'heavy duty' $89 step ladder for $48, and shoppers say it's 'sturdy and secure' Walmart is selling a 'heavy duty' $89 step ladder for $48, and shoppers say it's 'sturdy and secure' Watch More 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX — Source: Toyota The FX sports some sporty touches Based on the Corolla Hatchback SE, the FX embodies its rowdy older sibling with a black vented rear wing, 18-inch gloss white-finished alloy wheels with black lug nuts, and a vintage-looking 'Corolla Special Edition' badge on the hatch. To match the special edition flair, the Corolla Hatchback FX will be available in Inferno, Ice Cap, and Blue Crush Metallic. Under the hood is the regular 2.0-liter Dynamic-Force direct-injection inline four-cylinder engine making 169 horsepower, 151 lb-ft. of torque, and a combined 33 MPG rating. The cabin doesn't quite relay the same level of fun colors, but it does feature black Sport Touring Seats with suede inserts and orange stitching that continues on the door panels, steering wheel, and shifter boot. A 7-inch digital gauge cluster is standard, as is a wireless charger, and an 8-inch infotainment screen. Your standard smartphone connectivity makes a welcome return, with standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi Connect trial/subscription that offers 4G connectivity for up to five devices. 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX Vintage touches don't mean a lack of safety Toyota's latest Safety Sense 3.0 suite gives the Corolla modern amenities without compromising its vintage looks, including Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Proactive Driving Assist. Warranty-wise, the Corolla Hatchback FX comes with the standard 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty and a 60-month warranty that covers the powertrain for 60,000 miles and against corrosion with no mileage limitation. ToyotaCare comes included at no additional cost, and covers factory-scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years with unlimited mileage. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX Final thoughts Toyota didn't mention a price tag for the 2026 Corolla Hatchback FX, only stating that it will produce only 1,600 examples by this fall. Everyone likes it when a manufacturer shows respect towards their heritage with a special, limited edition model like the Corolla FX, and while the interior doesn't quite do the exterior justice, this is still a welcome sight that is sure to sell out quick. If you know you definitely want one, get in touch with your local dealer and see if you can strike before someone else does.
