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2025 Opel Mokka

In 2021, Opel revealed the first generation of its subcompact crossover SUV Mokka, and in 2021, the second generation of this model arrived on the market. Now the German company has decided to present a refreshed edition with several novelties.

Visually, it is difficult to distinguish the refreshed version from the current second generation Opel Mokka. However, a better look shows that the front bumper has been redesigned, which contributes to better aerodynamics, as well as the absence of fog lights from the lower intake. There are also front and rear LED graphics with three vertically aligned blocks like those of the Frontera and Grandland. The Opel Vizor got a new integrated Blitz logo, and there are no more chrome inserts.

Inside, the steering wheel, matte silver center console with USB-C port have been redesigned, while the smaller buttons and gear lever are taken over from the Grandland. There is also a digital cockpit with two 10-inch screens, a new infotainment system with smartphone-like widgets, improved voice recognition, navigation with integrated ChatGPT, while a 180-degree rear camera is an option.

When it comes to the powertrain, the base Mokka comes with a 1.2-L turbo three-cylinder engine with 136 hp (100 kW), mated to a 6-speed manual transmission that sends power to the front wheels. Customers can also choose a version with mild hybrid technology that combines a 1.2-L engine with a 28 hp electric motor, and a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The most powerful version is powered by a single electric motor with 156 hp (115 kW), and is equipped with a 54 kWh battery.

Speaking of the price, the new Opel Mokka with ICE in Germany costs 26,740 euros, the hybrid version 29,740 euros, while the all-electric version is the most expensive and costs 36,740 euros.

Source: Opel

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Ferrari will produce new parts for its old cars

Ferrari is one of the few companies that strongly values ​​its customers. Recently, their marketing and commercial director Enrico Galliera said that the company keeps documentation of almost all the cars it has produced. If necessary, the company has a way to produce new parts to keep its cars on the road.

In an interview with Australian magazine Drive, Galliera said: “Ferrari is a car that we want our customers to enjoy for the next 10, 15 or 50 years. So it’s important that every component, not just mechanical but also electrical, is available in the future.”

New parts are produced using modern production techniques, including 3D printing. Original technical documents are also useful when repairing oldtimers. In addition to restorations, the company offers to improve the car beyond the specifications, such as installing a new battery for the previous LaFerrari, which has a longer life. This is especially important for a hypercar that is rarely driven and spends most of its life in a garage.

Also, Ferrari decided to manufacture some parts themselves instead of getting them from third parties for their F80 model. Galliera pointed out that the front engine is more compact and 36 kilograms lighter than that of the SF90 Stradale. By doing the work in-house, Ferrari has more control and can offer the necessary support for the next 20 to 30 years.

Source: Drive

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Four rare Aston Martin Zagato cars are up for auction

The historic home of Aston Martin with a heritage stretching back almost 60 years, Aston Martin Works, has announced the sale of a rare car built by Italian coachbuilder Zagato. We are talking about the Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato in Volante, Shooting Brake and Speedster variants, and the even rarer Aston Martin DBS GT Zagato.

All cars are part of a private collection and the Vanquish Zagato Volante and Shooting Brake were each produced in 99 examples, while the Speedster was produced in only 28 examples.

However, the most valuable car in this small collection is the DBS GT Zagato, which was produced in just 19 examples. All cars are powered by a naturally-aspirated V12 engine with 592 hp, mated to the Touchtronic III transmission.

Also, it should be noted that the owner separated the DBS GT Zagato from the DBZ Container Collection, which also included the DB4 GT Zagato Continuation. When the owner bought them, these two cars cost £6 million, excluding tax.

Source: Aston Martin Works

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Four rare Aston Martin Zagato cars are up for auction

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