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New Volvo Drive-E engine delivers 444bhp – from just 2.0 litres

The new Volvo Drive-E engine (pictured) delivers 444bhp When Volvo announced its new Drive-E engine range would consist of just a single petrol and diesel engine of 2.0 litre capacity, we did wonder if Volvo had given up on the idea of delivering properly powerful road cars. But it seems not. We already know that the T8 hybrid powertrain for the new XC90 will deliver 394bhp, but now Volvo has revealed a Drive-E concept engine that delivers an even more impressive 444bhp without the aid of electric motors and batteries.

Concept Group International (CGI) expands its reach into China

CGI is one of the European leaders in vehicle development technology and is increasing its client base by providing engineering services to Chinese automotive manufacturers. CGI is currently operating in China utilizing the capability of its strategic partners based on the mainland, allowing Chinese automotive manufacturers to benefit from CGI's expertise and its history in engineering and innovative design.  CGI has developed key partnerships with major automotive manufacturers based in the UK and Europe and is fully committed to generating similar relationships in China. By providing OEMs such as Bentley, Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan and Aston Martin with best-in-class quality and on-time delivery, CGI is now poised to further develop its presence in the Asian market.

NASCAR's sexy French past

In the post-Jean Girard era, your stereotypical NASCAR fan probably doesn't spend too much time thinking about France. Unless it's Bill France Sr., Bill France Jr., or Jim France, or Brian France, or Amy France. Ok, so NASCAR fans might actually think about Frances fairly often, but probably not the French Republic.