29-06-2026 06:00 via autocar.co.uk

V8s making shock comeback as luxury base chase emotion

EV aversion and softening legislation have put big, booming engines back on the agendaThe V8 is making a shock comeback, thanks to a green light from US regulators and foot-dragging among high-end car buyers.
Stellantis, Lotus and Mercedes-Benz are among those reinstalling V8s into their line-up, and new Chinese car makers are working on their first-ever versions.
Meanwhile, the likes of BMW, Ford and General Motors are reaffirming their support for the engine, investing in new developments in r
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