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Ferrari F40 upgraded by Officina Fioravanti

The Ferrari F40 is the last Ferrari automobile personally approved by Enzo Ferrari and is considered an icon of the automotive industry. However, Italian company Officine Fioravanti has unveiled the F40 Alte Prestazioni project, a modern version of the Ferrari F40.

The Italian company’s goal was to focus on safety, stability and handling, but also to preserve the precious original components, and to truly encourage owners to drive their cars.

The F40 Alte Prestazioni includes new suspension arms, hubs and bearings, Ohlins TTX 36 shock absorbers, which should help tame the harsh steering while making the F40 more comfortable and refined to drive.

The rest of the equipment includes new brakes, carbon ceramic discs with six-piston calipers at the front, a modern ABS system, a new set of 18″ and 19″ rims wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.

The company is still keeping many details under wraps, so it is not known whether there have been any changes to the engine or how much the upgrade will cost.

Source: Officine Fioravanti

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Ferrari F40 upgraded by Officina Fioravanti
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2026 Dacia Duster ECO-G 4×4

In December 2024, Dacia unveiled the Duster Soul of Dakar, a special vehicle built for one of the toughest rally races in the world, and now the Romanian manufacturer is announcing the arrival of a Duster that will use LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), the Dacia Duster ECO-G 4×4.

The car is currently in the testing phase and the first photos were published by Motor.es. At first glance, it is striking that the test car bears the name of Renault, not Dacia. However, this is no coincidence, since this model is offered in some markets with the name of the French brand.

Although much is hidden, what we do know for now is that it is powered by a 1.2-L ECO-G three-cylinder engine that can use gasoline or LPG, combined with 48-volt hybrid technology (MHEV) with 150 hp. The engine is paired with a dual-clutch automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels thanks to an additional electric motor on the rear axle.

There is currently no information on the official debut of the Duster ECO-G 4×4, although some rumors suggest that it could happen in early 2026.

Source: Motor.es

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Audi stops production of the Q8 e-tron

Audi is closing its Brussels factory. This was confirmed by Audi Brussels CEO Thomas Bogus, after reaching an agreement with employees that includes bonus payments, training and relocation services, as well as special measures for employees over 60.

“I am very pleased that, despite difficult negotiations, we have managed to reach a fair solution for the employees,” said Audi Brussels CEO Thomas Bogus.

The bonus depends on the length of service and is added to the legally prescribed severance pay, which, in the end, could be twice what the employees are required to receive.

The plant will be shut down by February 28, which also means the end of production of the Audi Q8 e-tron model that has been rolling off the production lines of the factory in Brussels.

This news could be of importance to Volkswagen employees, because the German company has already announced the layoff of 35,000 employees by 2030. According to the Financial Times, Volkswagen is willing to let Chinese manufacturers use its excess capacity. “We are open to any discussion on any topic with any partner,” said Volkswagen board member David Powells.

Source: Financial Times