The hottest of hot hatchbacks right now are set to get a little cooler. New emissions testing regulations in Europe are forcing manufacturers to turn the wick down on their sporty models.
February can be a quiet time in the world of cars. January’s NAIAS show set the stage for the year in North America, while the Europe market is waiting for Geneva.
It’s difficult to avoid mid-sized crossovers on Europe’s roads these days. It seems like every fourth car is a crossover of some kind, and it’s a love affair that doesn’t show much sign of stopping.