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Report: Renault’s Alpine Brand Still Considering United States

The Truth About Cars

When rumors first emerged that Renault’s Alpine brand might be coming to North America, driving enthusiasts seemed excited by the prospect of the mid-engine A110 being available. We suppose Alpine represents a smaller risk than trying to bring back Renault, which has been absent from the market since 1987.

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Fantastic 5: 2024 Renault 5 teased in production form ahead of its launch at the Geneva motor show

EV Central

Finally, the good stylistic news continues when it comes to the rear boot lid. If that doesn’t sound punchy enough you’ll have to spend more and snap up the hot hatch that will be based on Alpine A290 Beta concept – that car is primed to get a more muscular 160kW electric motor but remain front-wheel drive.

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Junkyard Find: 1959 Renault Dauphine

The Truth About Cars

The final Renaults sold here were 1988 Medallions (though Renault HQ claims that we'll be able to purchase electric Alpine A110s here in 2027). Peugeot stuck it out until 1991 , when the last new 405s hit American streets. Plymouth's cheapest 1960 Valiant four-door had a $2,033 price tag. Citroën held out here until 1974.

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Michelin boosts Porsche efficiency

Green Cars News

Now its efficiency will be boosted even further as it will be equipped with the Michelin Pilot Sport and Pilot Alpin tyres. Tags: Green cars Hybrid cars Porsche Michelin Porsche Panamera. Michelin claims this success is based on its ability to improve different areas of tyre performance.

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Marlow to Milan on one tank: the Volvo DRIVe story

Green Cars News

Fortunately, and despite miles of roadworks in Switzerland, we weren’t delayed and so were able to fully appreciate the spectacular, autumnal Alpine scenery without undue apprehension about running dry. Tags: Volvo DRIVe fuel efficiency Marlow Milan motoring s80 V70. 30,020 (as tested). Fuel consumption 57.7mpg (combined). CO2 129g/km.

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