https://carbandchrome.com/2026-08-20https://carbandchrome.com/share-home.svg https://carbandchrome.com/news/brazil-wins-again-pebble/2026-08-20https://carbandchrome.com/share-brazil-wins-again-pebble.svgBrazil Wins Again at Pebble Beach Concours d'EleganceA Brazilian museum car has won the second-place prize at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in California, USA. This is the second consecutive year a Brazilian car has taken the top... https://carbandchrome.com/news/peugeot-showcases-two-competition/2026-08-20https://carbandchrome.com/share-peugeot-showcases-two-competition.svgPeugeot Showcases Two Competition Cars at Festival de InterlagosPeugeot is celebrating its legacy in motorsport at the 5th edition of the Festival de Interlagos with the unveiling of two competition cars, the 208 Rally4 and the 208 Racing TC6. https://carbandchrome.com/news/nissan-reorganizes-murano-lineup/2026-08-20https://carbandchrome.com/share-nissan-reorganizes-murano-lineup.svgNissan Reorganizes Murano Lineup in the US with New Dark Armor Trim LevelNissan has simplified its Murano lineup in the US for 2027, introducing a new Dark Armor trim level positioned between the SL and Platinum models. (Source: Noticias Automotivas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/mercedes-benz-celebrates-years/2026-08-20https://carbandchrome.com/share-mercedes-benz-celebrates-years.svgMercedes-Benz Celebrates 70 Years in Brazil with 800,000 Buses ProducedThe German automaker marks a significant milestone in Brazil, where it has been producing buses for seven decades. The company's 800,000th bus was recently produced, solidifying its position as a... https://carbandchrome.com/news/audi-showcar-brings-f1/2026-08-19https://carbandchrome.com/share-audi-showcar-brings-f1.svgAudi Showcar Brings F1 Experience to BrazilAudi's F1 showcar, a replica of their Formula 1 car, has arrived in Brazil, bringing a unique experience to the public. (Source: Autoentusiastas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/baic-plans-produce-electric/2026-08-19https://carbandchrome.com/share-baic-plans-produce-electric.svgBAIC Plans to Produce Electric Vehicles in Brazil, Discarding CKD ProcessThe Chinese automaker BAIC has chosen a location to produce electric vehicles in Brazil and has partnered with a truck manufacturer. BAIC will follow the GWM's 'piece by piece' importation process... https://carbandchrome.com/news/skoda-updates-slavia-sedan/2026-08-19https://carbandchrome.com/share-skoda-updates-slavia-sedan.svgSkoda Updates Slavia Sedan in India with 8-Speed Automatic Transmission and Rear Seat MassageSkoda has revealed an updated version of the Slavia sedan in India, which is based on the Volkswagen Virtus platform. The updated model features a refined design, new engine options, and additional... https://carbandchrome.com/news/hyundai-invests-million-turkey/2026-08-19https://carbandchrome.com/share-hyundai-invests-million-turkey.svgHyundai Invests €250 Million in Turkey to Produce Ioniq 3 and Bring Mass Electric Vehicles to...Hyundai has officially started production of the Ioniq 3 at its İzmit factory in Turkey, following a €250 million investment to accommodate the production of electric vehicles in the country. https://carbandchrome.com/news/kia-tasman-arrives-brazil/2026-08-19https://carbandchrome.com/share-kia-tasman-arrives-brazil.svgKia Tasman Arrives in Brazil with a Focus on Leisure and Off-Road CapabilityThe Kia Tasman, a pickup truck with a unique focus on leisure and off-road capability, has arrived in Brazil with a starting price of R$ 249,990. (Source: Noticias Automotivas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/fenabrave-congress-highlights-future/2026-08-18https://carbandchrome.com/share-fenabrave-congress-highlights-future.svgFenabrave Congress Highlights the Future of Brazil's Auto DistributionThe 34th Fenabrave Congress in São Paulo brings together Brazil's auto distributors to discuss the evolving role of concessionaires amid industry changes. The event underscores the importance of the... https://carbandchrome.com/news/gwm-brazilian-plant-triples/2026-08-18https://carbandchrome.com/share-gwm-brazilian-plant-triples.svgGWM's Brazilian Plant Triples Workforce and Aims for 32,000 Vehicles by 2026A year after opening its first factory in the Americas, GWM's Iracemápolis plant has tripled its workforce and plans to ramp up production from 15,000 to 32,000 vehicles by 2026, strengthening its... https://carbandchrome.com/news/leapmotor-introduces-v2l-adapter/2026-08-18https://carbandchrome.com/share-leapmotor-introduces-v2l-adapter.svgLeapmotor Introduces V2L Adapter in Brazil for R$700Leapmotor begins offering a V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) adapter in Brazil, priced at R$700, compatible with B10 and C10 SUVs. The device allows users to power external electronics using the vehicle's... https://carbandchrome.com/news/tesla-prepares-launch-cybercab/2026-08-18https://carbandchrome.com/share-tesla-prepares-launch-cybercab.svgTesla Prepares to Launch Cybercab in the USTesla is set to launch its Cybercab service in the US, with the first passengers being employees of the company. (Source: Noticias Automotivas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/mercedes-benz-enters-electric/2026-08-18https://carbandchrome.com/share-mercedes-benz-enters-electric.svgMercedes-Benz Enters the Electric Era with its Classic Chassis OFThe German automaker is preparing to launch an electric version of its popular OF chassis, which will be available in Brazil in 2027. (Source: Noticias Automotivas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/chevrolet-onix-retakes-year/2026-08-18https://carbandchrome.com/share-chevrolet-onix-retakes-year.svgChevrolet Onix Retakes 20-Year-Old Proposal with New Ethanol-Only VariantsThe Chevrolet Onix Eco, a 100% ethanol-powered variant, has been well-received in the market, prompting General Motors to consider increasing its production and offering more ethanol-only variants. https://carbandchrome.com/news/leapmotor-v2l-adapter-brings/2026-08-17https://carbandchrome.com/share-leapmotor-v2l-adapter-brings.svgLeapmotor's V2L Adapter Brings Portable Power to VehiclesThe Leapmotor's V2L adapter allows vehicles to function as portable power sources, enabling users to charge devices and appliances on the go. (Source: Noticias Automotivas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/land-rover-unveils-limited/2026-08-17https://carbandchrome.com/share-land-rover-unveils-limited.svgLand Rover Unveils Limited-Edition Defender Dakar for Public RoadsThe Defender Dakar is a production version of the Land Rover's Dakar-winning D7X-R, with a powerful V8 engine and off-road capabilities. (Source: Noticias Automotivas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/porsche-creates-unique-flachbau/2026-08-17https://carbandchrome.com/share-porsche-creates-unique-flachbau.svgPorsche Creates Unique 911 Flachbau RS with 710 cv and Patented Rear WingPorsche's Sonderwunsch division has created a one-of-a-kind 911 Flachbau RS with a powerful engine and a patented rear wing. (Source: Noticias Automotivas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/porsche-fest-bring-clients/2026-08-17https://carbandchrome.com/share-porsche-fest-bring-clients.svgPorsche Fest to Bring Clients and Fans to Interlagos for Racing, Classics, and Shows in NovemberPorsche is announcing the Porsche Fest and the official opening of ticket sales for the new edition of the largest festival dedicated to the luxury German brand in the country. https://carbandchrome.com/news/leapmotor-b10-ultra-hybrid-08ec47/2026-08-17https://carbandchrome.com/share-leapmotor-b10-ultra-hybrid-08ec47.svgLeapmotor B10 Ultra-Hybrid Confirmed for BrazilLeapmotor expands its Brazilian lineup with the B10 Ultra-Hybrid, a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) set to debut at the 2026 Interlagos Festival. The model retains the all-electric drivetrain... https://carbandchrome.com/news/mclaren-6gt-legacy-reborn-d512ee/2026-08-17https://carbandchrome.com/share-mclaren-6gt-legacy-reborn-d512ee.svgMcLaren 6GT: A Legacy RebornMcLaren revives the 1969 M6GT concept with a modern interpretation, blending historical significance with contemporary engineering. The car pays homage to Bruce McLaren's original vision, featuring a... https://carbandchrome.com/news/four-brazilian-disasters-threat-70cbf1/2026-08-17https://carbandchrome.com/share-four-brazilian-disasters-threat-70cbf1.svgFour Brazilian Disasters: A Threat to the Country's Automotive IndustryA recent article by a Brazilian automotive enthusiast highlights four major issues affecting the country's automotive industry: the (Source: Autoentusiastas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/nostalgia-bus-journey-through-44663b/2026-08-16https://carbandchrome.com/share-nostalgia-bus-journey-through-44663b.svgNostalgia on the Bus: A Journey Through TimeA writer's nostalgic account of their bus travels across Brazil, from the 1960s to the present day. (Source: Autoentusiastas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/news/cadillac-unveils-celestiq-night-011af8/2026-08-16https://carbandchrome.com/share-cadillac-unveils-celestiq-night-011af8.svgCadillac Unveils Celestiq Night Test at Monterey Car WeekThe Cadillac Celestiq Night Test is a unique, low-key version of the luxury car, featuring a darkened exterior and interior. (Source: Autoentusiastas (Brazil)) https://carbandchrome.com/marques/2026-08-20 https://carbandchrome.com/restoration/2026-08-17 https://carbandchrome.com/about/ https://carbandchrome.com/sources-and-methods/ https://carbandchrome.com/corrections/