The Peugeot 5008 and its small engine for a more “accessible” price
The Rafale dreams of the past
At Renault, when we do not revisit our own history through style (R5, R4, R17) we nevertheless try to delve into the glorious years through marketing effects. This is how, as Alan Froli tells us this week, the diamond is trying to make the connection between its new Rafale and the late R21 Turbo and the Safrane Biturbo. Nothing less. Certainly, the SUV coupe, its 300 hp and its Esprit Alpine finish are attractive, on paper at least. But in reality, and according to the tester, if the car offers pleasure, for sportiness, we will return.
Find in detail the test of the Rafale 300 hp Esprit Alpine.
The Peugeot 5008 hybrid 136 hp? A tad below
It’s a great automotive classic. to display reasonable prices, manufacturers tend to offer an entry-level model equipped with a small engine. The Peugeot 5008 does not break the rule with a 136 hp hybrid unit which makes it the cheapest 7-seater SUV on the market. Except that, according to Alexandre Bataille, who took the wheel, he is rather struggling. Logical for a big baby of 1,780 kg. If you are alone on board, no problem, but if you are loading your large family, not sure that the 40,490 euros required are well invested.
Find in detail the test of the Peugeot 5008 hybrid 136.
In the center of Paris, cars are banned
To drive in the first four districts of the capital, you must now live there, travel there professionally or have a good reason to travel there. Welcome to the ZTL (limited traffic zone) established since November 4. Not only is the impact of the measure not obvious, since the increase in pollution risks having repercussions in other districts of the capital, but also, the authorizations, exemptions and prohibitions are vague to say the least. But perhaps Anne Hidalgo, the mayor of Paris, followed the recommendations of the Cheetahthe character in Giuseppe di Lampedusa’s wonderful novel (and Visconti’s film) who declared that it was necessary “change everything so that nothing changes”.
Watch the video report in the heart of the Parisian ZTL.
An election with global and automotive reach
The election of Donald Trump is obviously the event of the week, and certainly that of the year, as his accession to the White House is capable of changing global geopolitics. But if the victory of the Republican candidate makes Elon Musk happy, it also risks having repercussions on the European automobile industry since the 47th American president does not hide his wish to tax foreign cars and condemns the desires of the brands local companies that want to relocate like those of Stellantis. German manufacturers, like the Franco-Italian-American group, have a bad feeling and the stock market has proven them right.
Find out the repercussions of the American elections on the European automobile industry.
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