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Last verified 2026-03-16

New model

Range Rover unveils the Sport SV Ultimate Edition

The UK-only flagship adds a 635 PS twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8, 3.7-second 0-60 mph performance and a tightly curated SV specification.

  • Land Rover says the model uses a 635 PS, 750 Nm V8 mild-hybrid powertrain.
  • Official pricing starts from GBP 145,995 on the road in the UK.
Source Land Rover Media Newsroom
Hypercar

Bugatti gives the F.K.P. Hommage its physical world premiere

After a digital reveal on January 22, Bugatti presented the F.K.P. Hommage at Retromobile 2026 as the second creation from Programme Solitaire.

  • Bugatti links the car to the 20th anniversary of the Veyron.
  • The company says the display took place inside the new Ultimate Supercar Garage area at Retromobile 2026.
Source Bugatti Newsroom
Motorsport

Defender wins the Dakar Stock class on its debut

Defender Rally finished first and second in the 2026 Dakar Rally Stock class, giving the brand a class win in its first competitive Dakar outing.

  • Land Rover says Rokas Baciuska and Oriol Vidal won with a total time of 58h 09m 45s.
  • The winning Defender Dakar D7X-R is derived from the Defender OCTA.
Source Land Rover Media Newsroom
Electric SUV

Jeep brings the new Compass line and Wagoneer S to Brussels

Jeep used the Brussels Motor Show to debut the Compass e-Hybrid Plug-In and Compass 4xe while showcasing the 600 hp electric Wagoneer S.

  • Jeep says the Wagoneer S reaches 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds with 600 horsepower.
  • The new Compass range adds electrified e-Hybrid Plug-In and 4xe variants.
Source Stellantis Media / Jeep
Electric fastback

Peugeot refreshes the 408 and expands E-408 EV features

The updated 408 range now spans electric, plug-in hybrid and mild-hybrid powertrains, while the E-408 adds Battery Preconditioning, V2L and Plug & Charge.

  • Peugeot says the new 408 is the brand's first model with illuminated rear PEUGEOT lettering.
  • The all-electric E-408 adds EV-focused charging and power-delivery functions.
Source Stellantis Media / Peugeot
World premiere

Opel premieres the new Astra and Astra Sports Tourer in Brussels

Opel opened 2026 with the world premiere of the new Astra family, bringing the illuminated Blitz, Intelli-Lux HD light and a longer-range Astra Electric.

  • Opel states the Astra Electric can reach up to 454 km of WLTP range.
  • The updated Astra also brings Vehicle to Load capability for the first time.
Source Stellantis Media / Opel
Auto show

Brussels Motor Show 2026 closes with strong attendance and premieres

The organizers say the 2026 Brussels Motor Show welcomed 349,775 visitors and hosted 11 world premieres alongside 18 European premieres.

  • FEBIAC reports more than 100 exhibitors, including 67 car brands and 28 motorcycle brands.
  • The event also featured 67 Belgian premieres, including 12 motorcycles.
Source FEBIAC / Brussels Motor Show

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