Similar to the Giulia sedan which shares its platform and powertrains (turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder generating 280 horsepower and twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 delivering 505 horsepower), the Stelvio crossover returns for 2020 with a quieter and more ergonomic interior (console, shifter, steering wheel and switchgear), a new 8.8-inch centre touchscreen and other key upgrades. Sporty driving dynamics remain one of the biggest assets of this Italian vehicle, not to mention styling.
PONTIAC, Michigan – Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) invited more than 200 automobile columnists, bloggers and journalists to M1 Concourse, located 30 minutes northwest of Detroit, for a combined introduction to the new Alfa Romeo and Maserati products. The choice of location makes perfect sense when you consider that Tim Kuniskis, …
AUSTIN, Texas – With sport utility vehicles so immensely popular, everyone from the most run-of-the-mill manufacturers to the top luxury brands wants a piece of the action. Porsche’s resounding success with the Cayenne and second home run with the more compact and even sportier Macan only reinforced that desire. This …
MILAN, Italy — The rumour mill was in overdrive last month about the possible sale of certain FCA Group assets, but our hosts from FCA have confirmed that it’s all pure hogwash. It is true, however, that Alfa Romeo, a member of the large group, intends to make inroads in …
The new Tonale crossover, available in both gas and plug-in hybrid configurations, has quickly become Alfa Romeo ’s best-selling product and in the process helped offset the continuous decline of the Giulia and Stelvio . In fact, if it were not for the Tonale, we’d seriously be wondering how the …
Stellantis has just announced a recall on more than 340,000 vehicles in North America, including 8,387 in Canada, due to a problem with the driver’s front airbag. In some cases, the connector for the driver's seat belt buckle sensor could fail and cause the airbag to deploy with too much …
Alfa Romeo made it clear last February that its formidable twin-turbocharged V6 won’t return after the 2024 model year. Today, the company announced a Super Sport special edition for the Giulia Quadrifoglio and Stelvio Quadrifoglio limited at 275 units and 175 units, respectively. A tiny number of those are available …
Electrification is underway at Alfa Romeo . The all-new Tonale is available as a plug-in hybrid, while a first fully electric vehicle called Milano will make its global debut in April, though it doesn’t look like we’ll get this model on our shores. As far as internal combustion engines go, …
Alfa Romeo is adding a pair of special editions to the Giulia sedan and Stelvio SUV for 2024. First, with the Italian automaker celebrating 100 years of Quadrifoglio performance, there’s naturally a 100th Anniversary model. However, only 100 units will be available—not just in Canada but globally. Good luck grabbing …
Alfa Romeo is in a better position since new CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato arrived and FCA-PSA merged to become Stellantis. After finally unveiling its brand new Tonale compact SUV in February, complete with an available plug-in hybrid powertrain, and later confirming the launch of its first fully electric vehicle sometime in …
For the first time ever, Alfa Romeo has created a globally available limited model. Called “Estrema” (an Italian word for extreme), this one joins the Giulia and Stelvio lineups for the 203 model year. Don’t let the name fool you: the special model is not the ultimate expression of the …
The Giulia sedan and Stelvio compact SUV are the only two products left in Alfa Romeo’s Canadian lineup, but they continue to receive some love from the automaker. Just like they did in 2020 and 2021, both vehicles get a few changes and upgrades for the 2022 model year. First, …
The sports sedan segment has an new darling says Graeme Fletcher. It's called the Alfa Romeo Giulia with a four-leaf clover! (This segment originally aired on Motoring TV 2017 Episode #22) ***Watch complete episodes at motoringtv.com*** …
Alfa Romeo's return to North America comes in the form of the sweet and sassy 4C, inspired by the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. Even those who view cars as nothing more than appliances couldn't look away. But is it just good looks and no performance? Graeme has a ride to …
Motoring TV recently held it's 1 hour Car of the Year Special on the TSN network where we picked the best in class for 2017. Here are the nominees and winner in the Sports Car category. (This segment originally appeared on Motoring TV 2017 episode #6) …
Next to Motoring TV's Money-No-Object Performance Car of the Year category, Performance Car of the Year ranks pretty highly in terms of fun factor. The first nominee, the Mercedes-AMG C 63 , "is the epitome of everything the company holds dear," according to Graeme Fletcher. From aggressive looks to a …
Motoring TV's Graeme Fletcher was in Milan, Italy, for the unveiling of the 2016 Alfa Romeo Giulia, a car the Italian automaker hopes will lead its renaissance. With its twin-turbocharged V6, adjustable suspension and torque vectoring, the Giulia is off to a good start.