ASTON MARTIN V12 VANTAGE, 1,200+ HP MASERATI AND OTHER NEWS! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly automotive news update covers several significant vehicle reveals and updates. The Aston Martin V12 Vantage is highlighted as a bittersweet farewell to the V12 in the Vantage line, featuring a twin-turbo V12 engine producing 690 horsepower, a ZF8 automatic transmission, and enhanced chassis components. However, its exclusivity, with only 333 units built and all sold out, is noted as a drawback. The Maserati GranTurismo is previewed with an electric 'Folgore' version boasting over 1200 horsepower from three electric motors, alongside a V6 gasoline variant. The Prodrive Hunter, an "all-terrain hypercar" based on an off-road race car, is presented with a Ford twin-turbo V6, 592 horsepower, and a $1.63 million price tag, though its street legality is questioned. Audi's A6 Avant e-tron is revealed as a production wagon with a 434-mile WLTP range, but it will not be offered in the US. BMW teases the next-generation 7 Series, emphasizing its large grille and a 31-inch rear entertainment screen. Mercedes-Benz showcases the EQS SUV interior, mirroring the sedan's 56-inch hyperscreen and adding a Dolby Atmos stereo. The V8 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door returns for 2023 with styling tweaks and improved air suspension. Genesis will offer the ultra-plush GV80 Prestige Signature trim in the US, limited to 600 units. Ford teases seven new EVs for Europe, including potential US-bound crossovers. Volvo announces significant updates to its plug-in hybrid Recharge models, increasing battery size, electric range, and power, making them eligible for tax credits. Finally, a partnership between Volvo and Starbucks to install ChargePoint EV chargers at Starbucks locations is detailed, praised as a common-sense approach to charging infrastructure placement.