Plug-in hybrid powertrain gives saloon 145bhp more than the preceding W12-engined model The new Bentley Flying Spur will be revealed next week, powered by the same Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain that made its debut in the new Continental GT Speed. Pairing a 4.0-litre V8 engine with a gearbox-mounted electric motor, it will
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New 2025 Audi Q5 goes hybrid-only with 362bhp turbo V6
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BYD goes after Lexus LM with luxury MPV for Europe
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BMW brake recall affects Mini Cooper and Countryman deliveries
Cars are affected by integrated braking systems issue, which hit some 80,000 BMW Group cars earlier this year Mini has partially halted deliveries of its Cooper and Countryman models due to an impending brake system-related recall caused by potentially defective parts. Cars are affected by issues with the integrated braking system, which determines the