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Hot News: The Future of Ford F-Series & Lincoln MKC

A new automotive industry analyst report makes two things clear: we’re getting a new Ford F-Series pickup in 2015, and Lincoln’s product portfolio may grow considerably over the next four years.
The information comes courtesy of Bank of America Merrill Lynch, which released its yearly Car Wars report, which includes predictions on market share increases, the average age of major models (the

Hot News: Aston Martin Lagonda is in the Way

Although the design shown at Geneva in 2009 didn’t meet with critical acclaim, the Lagonda project is very much alive and Aston boss Ulrich Bez has recently alluded to an updated Lagonda concept “in the coming year”. A second Lagonda model, a saloon, has already been mooted.
Bentley’s £150k-plus ‘Falcon’ concept will have also encouraged Aston; the Lagonda and Falcon are similarly brutal

Recall Up Date: 2007-2008 Acura TL

The Problem: Acura says the power steering hose could deteriorate, causing fluid to leak. Drivers may notice a loss of power steering assistance, while the worst case scenario would be a fire due to fluid leaking onto the catalytic converter. The automaker says no fires or injuries have been reported.
The Fix: Acura will mail notices to customers next month. Once customers receive the

New Concept Car: Volkswagen Polo R

The new model, created especially for the VW Group-organised tuning festival, will go on sale before the end of 2013 in the shape of the Polo R.
Power comes from a 2.0-litre turbocharged and supercharged TSI engine with a reported 225bhp – more than the 208bhp produced by the hot Polo’s larger Golf GTI sibling.
The Polo WRC Street is, as the name suggests, a production model inspired by

Hot News: 2014/2015 BMW X5

BMW’s E70 X5 is now getting towards the end of its lifespan, and this rendering from Carparazzi shows how its F15 successor could look when it hits the market next year.
Going on the accompanying image, it’s clear BMW isn’t deviating too far from the existing formula, and that’s hardly a surprise given the sales success of the current-gen X5.
Even though long in the tooth, it’s still the

Hot News: Geely High-end SUV to Get Volvo XC90's Platform

The Geely XC90 is on its way, if you believe Chinese media reports.
Volvo has handed the XC90 platform over to its Chinese owners ahead of a new version launching in 2014, the National Business Daily is reporting that Geely will use the XC90 platform to develop yet another high end brand for the Chinese market with the XC90 being the highlight of the new brand. The agreement to hand over

New Car: 2012 Fiat Punto Sport

Fiat has launched a limited edition of the Punto 90HP called the Punto Sport.
The Punto Sport comes with Fiat's 1.3-litre 90bhp MultiJet diesel motor. The Sport version gets special decals on the sides and rear with colour-coded wing mirrors, chrome-door handles and a chrome exhaust tip.
Interior upgrades for the Sport version include red stitching on Seats, a leather gear knob & gear

New Car: 2013 Xiali N3

The new Xiali N3 has been launched on the Chinese car market. It didn’t happen at the Beijing Auto Show last month but rather sneakingly at the very local Qingdao Auto Show in Shandong Province. Strangely Xiali only showed the sedan but announced pricing for both the sedan and hatchback. The Xiali N3 is made by Tianjin-FAW Automobile, a subsidiary of First Auto Works (FAW).

The Xiali is

New Car: 2013 Chery Eastar

The new Chery Eastar sedan has been launched on the Chinese car market. The Eastar is a very important car for Chery. The old one was on the market for some eight years and very popular among budget buyers and taxi drivers who wanted a no-frills big car for little money. Chery made the new one much better, much better looking and it is still incredible cheap. Price starts at only 95.800

Recall Up Date: 2013 Lexus GS350 F Sport

The problem: a faulty controller for the variable-ratio power steering system (VGRS) could potentially off-center the steering wheel if the car is started immediately after it is parked with the steering wheel turned. The fix: Dealers will update the calibration on the VGRS controller at no charge. Lexus will begin notifying owners of the campaign in early June. Number of vehicles potentially

Recall Up Date: 2012 Ford F-150

The problem: A software glitch in the front passenger seat’s occupancy sensor – which controls how the front passenger airbag should deploy, if at all – may not function according to original specifications. As a result, in a collision, the system could deploy the bag in an unintended manner, or not deploy the bag at all. The fix: Ford will replace the sensor at no charge to the owner.

Recall Up Date: 2011-2012 Ferrari 458 Italia & California

The Problem: Ferrari has released more details surrounding its recent recall of 2011-2012 458 Italia and California models. As previously reported, a machining error may have affected the crankshafts used in these vehicles. The crank may not be able to withstand thermal and physical stresses, and could snap and seize the engine. The Fix: Ultimately, Ferrari aims to replace the crank and

Hot News: Chevrolet Confirms SS Model

We already knew that Chevrolet is working on a civilian vehicle using the Zeta bones of the rear-drive Caprice PPV cop car, and that it will be called the SS. It also will serve as the basis for company’s 2013 NASCAR entry. Today, Chevy made the news official and released some details on both the “limited-production” SS and the Sprint Cup race car. (We also already know that the next-gen SS

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New Car: 2012 Citroen C5 20th Anniversary Edition

Citroen has launched the C5 20th Anniversary Edition on the Chinese car market. The special C5 celebrates the 20th birthday of the Dongfeng-PSA joint venture. Congrats there! The joint venture was established in 1992 and started production of their first car, the ZX-based Fukang, in 1994.The Citroen C5 is also made at Dongfeng-PSA, the C5 20th Anniversary Edition comes with 20-anniversary

New Car: 2013 Toyota Wish

The Estima is not the only Toyota MPV to be given a minor facelift this year – the popular Toyota Wish also gets updated for 2012, bringing subtle improvements such as better interior textures, trim and materials, better fuel efficiency, and of course the most obvious which is the new front look you see above. The engine options continue to be the same choice of a 1.8 litre or a 2.0 litre

New Car: 2012 Mahindra Thar

Mahindra has launched an upgraded version of its Thar off-roader, priced at Rs 6.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai). The 'New Cool Thar', as Mahindra calls it, now comes with a factory-fitted air-con system. The Thar is available in BSIV 2.5-L 105bhp CRDe and BSIII DI engine variants. The Thar is based on a chassis that is a mix of the Bolero and the Scorpio. Mahindra also showcased a

New Car: 2013 Toyota Corolla Axio

Toyota’s 11th-generation Corolla has emerged in sedan and wagon guise in Japan, offering vital hints to what the redesigned Corolla hatchback will look like when it goes on sale here next year.Due to make its Australian debut at the Sydney motor show in October – a month after its expected global debut at the Paris show in September – the next Corolla hatch will continue to wear the Auris

New Car: 2014 SEAT Mii FR

SEAT has given its baby Mii a dose of attitude. Pictures and details of a sporty FR version have been released ahead of the car's public debut at this week’s Worthersee tuning event in Austria. This FR-badged version is mechanically identical to the standard Mii, but adds an array of styling tweaks inside and out. And this concept car could pave the way for a production car. Finished in

Spied: 2013 Mercedes E-Class Wagon

While the next-gen Mercedes-Benz E-Class is scheduled to arrive in 2015, the automaker is sending the 2013 model under the knife for a face-lift. A prototype wagon version of the refreshed midsizer was caught in public with its new face partially covered up.We’ve already reported on some of the changes coming to the refreshed version of the popular Benz such as ditching the current model’s

New Car: 2013 BMW 135is Coupe & Convertible

BMW will extend its “is” badging to the 1-series starting this fall, when dealers begin taking deliveries of the 2013 135is coupes and convertibles. Whereas the 335is and Z4 sDrive35is are perhaps halfway between normal models and M cars—sort of M Performance cars before such a thing existed—the 135is is more like a 135i with existing off-the-shelf upgrades. Engine output for the 135is is

New Car: 2013 Toyota Estima

The Toyota Estima has been given a facelift for 2012, about three years after the last update which saw Toyota giving it a minor revision to the shape of the headlamps. For the 2012 facelift, the Estima’s front end has been given a new aggressive look, with a lot of angular detailing on the front bumper, and a front grille design that now follows the bottom edge of the headlamp.There are not

New Car: 2013 Chevrolet Trax

Chevrolet will introduce the Trax compact crossover at the Paris Motor Show this September. Although the Trax is scheduled to go on sale in 140 different countries, Chevrolet won’t bring the new model to the U.S. market. The Chevrolet Trax isn’t a huge surprise, given that in March we saw patent drawings previewing a Chevrolet-badged crossover that was based on the new 2013 Buick Encore. The

New Car: 2013 BMW M135i

BMW pulled the wraps off of the new three-door 1 Series and the performance-oriented M135i. The high-po version comes courtesy of BMW’s M Performance division, but, sadly, the brand has no plans to bring the car stateside yet. Powering the range-topping M135i is BMW’s sweet 3.0-liter inline-six, with 320 hp being sent to the rear wheels through either a six-speed manual or eight-speed

New Car: 2012 Mini John Cooper Works GP

At this weekend’s Mini United festival in France, Mini revealed the John Cooper Works GP. Set to be the brand’s hottest hatch yet, the new model was announced at the New York auto show as a follow-up to the limited-run GP package offered for the 2006 Mini Cooper. Calling it the “fastest Mini ever built,” the company proudly notes that the spicy hatchback was tuned on the Nürburgring Nordschleife

New Car: 2013 BMW 3 Series Wagon

We like the BMW 3-series, and we like station wagons. So here's good news: BMW has released the first round of info on the new 3er Sports Wagon, or Touring as it is called in the Old World. It will be offered in the U.S. once again, and we expect to see a 328i with the 2.0-liter four making 240 hp, a 300-hp 335i with the 3.0-liter turbo six, and a 330d with a 3.0-liter straight-six

Hot News: Next Opel Zafira Will be Built by PSA?

General Motors is planning a far more radical shake up of its European operations than previously expected, according to a report published today by Germany’s Der Spiegel magazine.Quoting informed sources at Vauxhall sister company Opel, Der Spiegel says senior General Motors managers in North America have reached a decision to shift production of the Astra from Opel’s main Russelsheim plant

Hot News: Nissan's EV Plan for Future

Nissan is planning to introduce four new electric vehicles over the next few years. They include an updated version of the Leaf, a van, an Infiniti EV and an outrageous commuter vehicle aimed at younger customers, Auto Express has learned. First to arrive will be a tweaked version of the Leaf hatchback, which will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. The new model will be

Spied: 2014 Porsche 918

What It Is: Porsche’s new supercar, the 2014 918, which will be launched as a Spyder with a removable top and as a hybrid only. Later, a coupe body and racing versions could be added. Why It Matters: This car is the spiritual successor of the 959 of the 1980s and the nearly decade-old but not forgotten Carrera GT. The 918 model designation also evokes memories of the infamous 917 race car.

Spied: 2014 Porsche Macan

These are the very first images of the all-new Porsche Macan ahead of its launch next year. Based on the same platform as the Audi Q5, the Macan is a a smaller and more fuel efficient SUV positioned below the Porsche Cayenne in both price and size.These images show that the Macan will look much like a shrunken Cayenne, but with a far lower and more curved roofline. There’s the same sculpted

New Car: 2012 Aston Martin DBS Ultimate

Aston Martin has pulled the wraps off the DBS Ultimate, a 100-unit special edition of the supercar that probably spells the end of the line of the current DBS, ahead of a redesign. The Ultimate is based on the stock DBS, and is available in either coupe or convertible (Volante) body styles, and with either a six-speed conventional automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Power comes from Aston

Hot News: 2014 Scion FR-S/Toyota GT86 Convertible

What It Is: The rear-wheel-drive Scion FR-S will be offered in softtop convertible form, we've learned, confirming recent rumors. (The images you see here are renderings.) Unlike the Fast and Furious–ized FR-S roadster that an aftermarket tuner recently showed in California, the production FR-S convertible should retain its rear seats.Why It Matters: The FR-S—as well as the Toyota GT 86

Hot News: Toyota is Working on New Supra

A four-wheel-drive hybrid successor to the Toyota Supra is back on the cards – and this is how the newcomer could look. The move follows the excellent reaction to the GT 86 – and sources have suggested the new Supra will ride on the platform used for the GRMN concept. That car featured a modified MR2 chassis and mid-mounted 245bhp 3.5-litre V6 engine, with an electric motor driving the front

Spied: 2014 Mini Cooper

The next MINI Cooper has been caught testing, and these latest pictures reveal more details of the new model, which has been codenamed F56. These pictures show the new grille and headlamps of the next-generation MINI Hatch, which shares its platform with the next BMW 1 Series. You can clearly see a longer wheelbase in these shots, and the bonnet has a heavier slope to it, compared to the

Recall Up Date: 2012 Chrysler Town & Country & Dodge Grand Caravan

The Problem: Chrysler has announced it will be recalling certain 2012 Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan minivans due to an issue with the power liftgate. According to Chrysler, the pinch sensor on the right side of the power liftgate may not work, and may require increased force to stop it from closing during its final stages. This increases the risk of injury if someone

New Car: 2013 Nissan Cima

The Cima luxury nameplate is back, after Nissan announced in 2010 that had stopped producing the Japan market Cima and President. No V8 engine this time around, and if the curvy looks are familiar, yes, it’s a long wheelbase version of the Infiniti M, or Nissan Fuga in Japan. To go on sale in Japan later this month, the new fifth-generation Cima is based on the current Y51 Fuga/Infiniti M.

New Car: 2013 Fiat Linea

Fiat has launched the refreshed Linea in Turkey. This mid-life facelift brings with it fresh styling tweaks and a refreshed cabin. Like most other mid-life facelifts, the Linea facelift now comes with a new front grille, re-profiled bumper, new fog lamp clusters and lots of chrome. At the rear, the bumper gets minor tweaks with an additional chrome strip and the number plate has now moved

Recall Up Date: Ferrari 458 & California

Ferrari is recalling a small batch of 458s and Californias worldwide.The problem, which affects 206 cars in total of 13,000 built, is caused by an incorrect finish to the crankshafts in question. The problem causes unwanted vibrations which can damage the engine in it is not changed.“We are writing to all clients affected now, asking them to return the car to a dealer for the work to be done

Hot News: Opel/Vauxhall's Mini Rival to be Called 'Adam'

It's official – Vauxhall has revealed that its upcoming MINI rival, previously codenamed Junior, will be known as the Adam when it arrives early next year. And these spy pictures give us our best idea yet of how the new model will look. Vauxhall has revealed it will get a “sporty and muscular design”, which is likely to draw on some of the company’s established styling cues. These include

Hot News: VW Plans to Release Compact SUV & Crossover Based-on Up!

German newspaper Handelsblatt is reporting that Volkswagen is planning a whole family of vehicles based on the recently-introduced Up! model, including a small SUV. The consideration of a subcompact SUV is largely based on the favorable public reaction to the Buggy Up! and Cross Up! concepts that debuted at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Albrecht Reimold, the plant manager in charge of the

Recall Up Date: 2009-2011 BMW 3-Series, X5, & X6 Diesel

The Problem: BMW has announced that certain emissions components on 2009-2011 3 Series, X5, and X6 diesel models including the SCR catalyst, DEF mixer, and the EGR valve may overstate vehicle mileage. This may cause emissions standards to be exceeded and illuminate the check engine light. This in turn could cause affected models to fail U.S. emissions tests. The Fix: Beginning May 9 BMW will

Recall Up Date: 2011-2012 Chrysler 300 & Dodge Charger

The Problem: Chrysler has announced that it will be recalling certain 2011-2012 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger sedans due to a fuse issue. According to Chrysler, a plastic insert surrounding the fuse may be particularly susceptible to thermal expansion and contraction. This may cause the ABS and ESC system to temporarily stop functioning. This will also cause the ABS and ESC warning light to

New Car: 2013 Toyota RAV4 EV

Toyota has revealed its second all-electric RAV4 SUV, and it is the result of a partnership between the Japanese automaker and Tesla Motors. The original electrified RAV4 was introduced in California in 1997 for fleets, and a small number eventually made their way to customers in 2003. When we were given a look at this iteration of Toyota’s electric SUV at the 2010 L.A. auto show, the

Spied: 2014 Mini Paceman

Get ready to welcome a seventh model to the MINI line-up, as these spy shots prove the coupe-crossover Paceman is only months away from its public debut. The car is a sportier, two-door version 
of the Countryman, and the good news is that the prototype in these pictures looks near-identical to the original concept, 
seen at last year’s Detroit Motor Show. While the five-door Countryman has

Hot News: Nissan Juke-R Gets Green Light

A limited number of Nissan Juke-R models will go into production, after the manufacturer received a number of offers that, according to Nissan, were 'too good to ignore'. Following the car's debut as the pace car for the Dubai 24 Hours in January this year, a number of high-profile clients approached Nissan, and the first three models have already been sold. Order books officially open in

Hot News: Baby Porsche Boxster Delay until 2017

Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche have been kicking around the idea of small, mid-engine, rear-drive coupes and convertibles for several years now. Porsche wants a modern day 550 to slot below the Boxster and a new Automobile report suggests the project — thought to be shelved — has been pushed back to 2017. Thank Volkswagen’s on-again off-again BlueSport roadster based on the same MSB-M platform

New Car: 2013 Volvo XC90

The 2013 Volvo XC90 is wearing slightly different clothes, thanks to some minor updates the Swedish carmaker describes as delightful. A more significantly changed three-row Volvo XC90 should be on the way two years from now. The biggest visual change Volvo did was to replace some silver exterior pieces with body-colored moldings, including the side skirts and front and rear bumpers. The SUV

Spied: 2013 Ford F-150

What It Is: A lightly face-lifted 2013 Ford F-150 caught while testing. The current F-150 generation was introduced for 2009, and although it has received a few powertrain updates along the way, 2013 brings the first major cosmetic changes. Why It Matters: Ford’s F-series is consistently one of the top-selling nameplates in the U.S., so keeping it fresh is critical. Even more important, the

Hot News: Range Rover Evoque Sport is on Work

Land Rover is planning a faster and sportier edition of the Range Rover Evoque, likely to be badged Evoque Sport, Auto Express has learned. The news surfaced during an interview with design director Gerry McGovern at the Beijing Motor Show. “You can go too far with the Evoque, but what’s so right about the car is it has what I call killer proportions,” McGovern said. “For the moment, we’re

Hot News: Fiat 500X Gets Green Light

If you thought the 500 looked good, just wait for the 500X. That’s what the new SUV version will be called – and it’s the next step in Fiat’s growing 500-badged family, following on from the 500L MPV. It shares the same chassis – based around the latest Panda’s – and will be similar in size. But it’ll be even better looking, with a sweeping coupe-like shape as our illustration shows. Most

New Car: 2013 Kia K9

We first saw the new Kia K9 last February and now the automaker’s new luxury sedan has finally gone on sale in Korea. Kia’s rear-drive flagship will feature a long list of premium features to attract budget-minded customers seeking luxury.Kia says the K9 is the automaker’s first large rear-drive sedan in over a decade. As previously reported, the K9 is largely based on the Hyundai Genesis sedan,

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: MG Icon Concept

Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) owned MG Motor has uncovered the MG Icon SUV concept at the Beijing motor show.The compact SUV, codenamed AS21 is said to preview an upcoming production model to be introduced to the Chinese market in 2014.Taking styling cues from the original MGB GT built between 1965 and 1980, the Icon is based on the same underpinnings as the Chinese market

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Audi A6 e-Tron Concept

The Audi A6 L e-tron concept has been given its debut at today's Beijing motor show. The technology study shows a plug-in hybrid version of the Chinese-market long wheelbase Audi A6, which is able to travel up to 49 miles on electric power alone.Audi says the A6 L e-tron is a parallel hybrid which mates a 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine, developing 208bhp with an electric motor with peak power

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Venucia D50

The Chinese joint venture between Nissan and Dongfeng has launched a new brand, called Venucia, at the Beijing motor show.Two new cars were revealed at the launch, including the Nissan Leaf-based 'e-concept' which the firm has committed to build in China from 2015, and the D50 saloon, which will go into immediate production at a new plant in Zhengzhou and be sold through 100 exclusive

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: SEAT Ibiza Cupra Concept

Seat is commemorating its launch into China with a concept version of its facelifted Seat Ibiza Cupra at the Beijing motor show. The 178bhp 1.4 TSI engine, seven-speed DSG gearbox and chassis settings remain as before, but there’s a bold new design, particularly at the front end.The new front-end features a new design for the grille, air intakes and bumper. Seat says the result is a lower,

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Audi RS Q3 Concept

The Audi Q3 RS shows Audi "exploring the potential" of a high-performance SUV. It has been unveiled at the Beijing motor show ahead of the standard Q3's launch into China later this year.The concept is the first time Audi’s RS skunkworks has developed anything other than a conventional hatchback, saloon or estate. Mercedes’ AMG performance arm has long been producing high-performance SUVs,

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Lamborghini Urus Concept

The Lamborghini 4x4, previewed at the Beijing motor show today as the Urus concept and set to go into production in 2016, is crucial to the firm’s goal of nearly tripling sales and securing its future, according to boss Stephan Winkelmann.Lamborghini is targeting annual sales of 3000 luxury 4x4s, on top of around 1500 to 2000 Aventador and Gallardo models. “Lamborghini needs a third model

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Ford Ecosport

Ford has pulled the wraps off four new models, including three SUVs, at the Beijing motor show. The move is part of the brand’s commitment to introduce 15 new vehicles to China by 2015.Joe Hinrichs, president of Ford Asia Pacific and Africa said: “We are ready to demonstrate aggressive growth this year in China, the most exciting car market in the world."Centre stage in Beijing is the Ford

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 JAC Heyue SC

The JAC Heyue SC, one of the homegrown stars of Beijing, is China’s latest attempt at creating a credible sports car. JAC has confirmed the car will go on sale in China priced from 200,000 Yuan (£19,700).The Heyue SC is powered by a 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 162bhp and 160lb ft of torque, and mated to a manual gearbox. Previous Chinese attempts at sports coupés haven’t fared

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Honda Concept S

When it makes production, the Concept S will be sold in global emerging markets. It’s mainly targeted at China however, hence its Beijing launch. The S stands for “stylish, smart and surprise”.It is powered by an unspecified hybrid powertrain.Honda has also confirmed it will launch its Acura ILX and RX models in the Chinese market later this year. The new NSX will also be launched in the

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Honda Concept C

Honda has revealed two new concept cars at the Beijing motor show. The Honda Concept C previews a new budget saloon for the Chinese market and the Honda Concept S trails a new global compact car.The Concept C, the C standing for “cool, challenge and China”, features angular styling inspired by a dragon. Honda’s operations in China completely led the product planning for the car, while the

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: BYD-Daimler Denza Concept

Daimler and Chinese car maker BYD (Build Your Dreams) have revealed the Denza concept at the Beijing motor show. Prototypes of the production model are already at large in major cities across China prior to a market launch next year.The venture aims to combine BYD’s battery technology (its original business was making batteries) with the manufacturing, technological and design clout of

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Renault Talisman

The Renault Talisman saloon has been unveiled at the Beijing motor show. The Talisman is a Chinese market version of the Samsung SM7.The Talisman, formerly known as the Safrane, will be built alongside the SM7 in South Korea. Both cars use the Renault-Nissan Alliance J31 platform, which is also seen in China underneath the Dongfeng-Nissan Teana joint venture saloon for the Chinese market.

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Aston Martin Dragon 88

Aston Martin has taken the wraps off three ‘Year of the Dragon’ special edition models at the Beijing motor show. Available on DBS Volante, Virage Coupe and V8 Vantage S Coupe models, the Dragon 88 Limited Edition-spec cars (of which there are 88 in total) are finished in one of three colours - Amethyst Red, Volcano Red and Champagne Gold - and feature 24-carat gold wing badges.Each car's

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Jeep Wrangler Dragon Design Concept

Also on Chrysler Group’s Beijing stand is the Jeep Wrangler Dragon Design Concept. Based on a China-market Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, the Dragon design concept adds matte black 18-inch five-spoke alloys clad in 35-inch off-road rubber. Bronze-gold details also feature on the concept, a colour associated with the dragon. Inside, for example, the Jeep’s cabin gets a laser-etched dragon

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Chrysler 300 Ruyi Concept

Chrysler is marking its return to the Chinese market with a Chrysler 300 Ruyi design concept, which “blends modern American design and technology with tradition-rich Chinese symbols”, according to the marque.Based on the 3.0-litre V6-powered Chrysler 300C saloon, the 300 Ruyi (meaning ‘as one wishes’) is finished in ‘Maximum Steel’ paint and features dark chrome touches to the door handles,

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Chery TX Concept

The stylish Chery TX SUV concept, on of the stars of the Beijing motor show, previews a replacement for the Tiggo SUV in Chery’s line-up and is perhaps the most credible car yet seen from a Chinese domestic manufacturer.Chery, China’s fourth-largest car maker that recently confirmed a joint venture with Jaguar Land Rover, also plans to use the TX as a blueprint for its future designs. The

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Volkswagen E-Bugster Cabriolet Concept

Volkswagen is previewing the look of its new Beetle cabriolet with an open-top version of its electric-powered E-Bugster concept at the Beijing motor show.The latest E-Bugster retains the earlier concept’s bold look, but it swaps its speedster-style roof structure for a roofless profile that insiders suggest provides clues to the look of the new Beetle cabriolet.Unlike the previous Beetle

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Fiat Viaggio

Fiat has turned the US market Dodge Dart into a new Fiat-badged saloon for China. The Fiat Viaggio is at the Beijing motor show and will go on sale there in the third quarter.The four-door, five-seat Viaggio will be the first model to built in a new plant in China as part of a joint venture between GAC and Fiat.Changes over the Dart are minimal, and focus on giving the new Italian-designed

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Mercedes G63 AMG

The facelifted Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG has been revealed at the Beijing motor show in China, with company bosses predicting a surge in sales for the the iconic car, which is expected to now cost around £110,000 in the UK."At present 40-50% of G-class sales are AMG models, and we expect that figure to grow with the arrival of the new-look model," said AMG boss Ola Kaellenius in Beijing. "The

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 BMW 3-Series Li

BMW has showcased its new BMW 3-series long-wheelbase saloon at the Beijing motor show.The new 3-series variant - available for the Chinese market only – has its wheelbase extended by 110mm compared with the standard car to substantially increase rear legroom. The long-wheelbase model is available in BMW 335Li, the BMW 328Li, or the BMW 320Li guises and will be built in China’s new Shenyang

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Citroen Numero 9 Concept

This new Citroën Numero 9 concept is the first in a new wave of DS models. Revealed at the Beijing motor show, the Numero 9 previews the styling direction that the next three DS models - a VW Jetta sized premium saloon, an SUV and a BMW 5-series sized executive saloon flagship - will take.The Beijing launch of the new concept coincides with the introduction to China of the existing DS3, DS4 and

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Mercedes CSC Concept

The Mercedes Concept Style Coupé (CSC) has received its debut at the Beijing motor show. The model previews the forthcoming Mercedes CLA compact saloon, which was confirmed for production at the show today by Mercedes boss Dieter Zetsche.He described the CLA junior saloon, inspired by the success of the CLS and due on sale next year, as the"rebel"."It is the avant-garde sibling that strives

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: BMW i8 Spyder Concept

This open-top BMW i8 Spyder concept will be turned into a production variant of the petrol-electric hybrid supercar in 2015, BMW sources have told Autocar.The i8 Spyder is the third pre-production version of the revolutionary 90mpg-plus, 155mph supercar. It’s received its first public airing at the Beijing motor show today.This concept is said to give extra clues to the production coupé,

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Toyota Dear Qin Concept

Toyota has revealed three new concept cars at the Beijing motor show. They star among a vast Toyota show stand that’s home to 38 vehicles, and are designed to boost Toyota’s presence in the country by launching locally-developed models.The Toyota Dear Qin concept is at Beijing in both saloon and hatchback guises. It previews a new compact global car that will be launched next year.The model

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: Toyota Yungdong Shuangqing Concept

Toyota has revealed three new concept cars at the Beijing motor show. They star among a vast Toyota show stand that’s home to 38 vehicles, and are designed to boost Toyota’s presence in the country by launching locally-developed models.The Toyota Yungdong Shuangqing is a sleek hybrid saloon concept that was developed at Toyota’s Chinese R&D centre.The concept previews Toyota’s latest

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Nissan Sylphy

The Nissan Sylphy New-G is described as an-all new global saloon, but really it's the next generation Sylphy. The car, which received its debut at today's Beijing motor show will spearhead the firm's assualt on emerging markets. Nissan says 'New G' means 'New Generation' as it is a new take on the car, and a big step on from the old Sylphy.It is aimed at emerging markets and tagged as one

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Range Rover Evoque Victoria Beckham Edition

The long-awaited Victoria Beckham-designed Range Rover Evoque has been revealed at the Beijing motor show today. Just 200 units will be produced, with a price tag insiders hint will be around £80,000.When the Evoque was first previewed in London in summer 2010, it was announced that Beckham had joined the Land Rover design team and would work with design chief Gerry McGovern on an exclusive

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee Edition

Bentley will make 60 unique special edition versions of the Bentley Mulsanne to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Each car represents a year of her reign, the first of which is on show at the Beijing motor show.Each model boasts a series of royal-inspired features over standard Mulsannes and have been created by Bentley’s exclusive Mulliner division. Mulliner created the Queen’s state

Beijing Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Jaguar XJ Ultimate

The new Jaguar XJ Ultimate is the most luxurious – and expensive – version of Jaguar’s big saloon ever launched. Revealed at today’s Beijing motor show, the XJ Ultimate takes inspiration from stablemate Land Rover’s Range Rover Ultimate Edition, which was a sell-out success in 2011 in spite of its £125,000 price tag.Jaguar has yet to officially price the XJ Ultimate, but sources indicate it

New Car: 2012 Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee Edition

Bentley is celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s 60 years on the throne with the Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee Edition. Only 60 will be made – one for each year of Her Majesty’s reign – with each inspired by the Bentley State Limousine presented to the Queen in 2002. That means bespoke gold stitching on the headrests, veneered tables in the rear with a logo depicting the royal carriage and a set of

New Car: 2013 BMW 3 Series Li

Making its debut at the Beijing Motor Show next week will be a stretched version of the new BMW 3 Series. Built specifically for the Chinese market, the BMW 3 Series Li is 11cm longer than the standard car and will be produced at BMW's new plant in Shenyang. It will be offered with a choice of three petrol engines. This includes a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 181bhp and 270Nm of

New Cars: 2012 Mini Cooper Green Park & Hyde Park

While some consider the Mini Cooper sporty and economical transportation, just as many view it as more of a fashion statement. The brand’s latest creations, the Mini Hyde Park and Mini Green Park, draw inspiration from two of London’s most famous public venues, and are meant to appeal to the more style-conscious Mini’s customers.Named after two famous parks in London, the Hyde Park and Green

Spied: 2015 McLaren F1

What It Is: A prototype of McLaren’s sequel to the legendary F1 supercar. The original F1, produced in the 1990s, was an exotic among exotics. It featured a 618-hp BMW V-12, lots of carbon fiber, and a $1,000,000 price tag. This F1 successor, due for 2015, is expected to deliver performance on par with the mightiest supercars out there, including the Bugatti Veyron and the Lamborghini

Unofficial Picture: Lamborghini Urus Concept

Photos of Lamborghini’s much-anticipated Urus SUV concept have leaked out ahead of its official unveil at the Beijing auto show. Once the Urus reaches production a few years from now, it will ride on a platform shared with the next-generation VW Touareg, Audi Q7, and Porsche Cayenne, as well as the production version of Bentley’s forthcoming SUV. The VW Group’s powertrain parts bin is deep

New Car: 2013 Mercedes Citan

The Mercedes-Benz Citan compact commercial van has come to life online in advance of the RAI commercial vehicles show in Amsterdam. The Citan small commercial van, teased a couple months ago, is the first joint product to come from the Daimler and Renault-Nissan partnership and will join the Sprinter and Vito in the German automaker’s commercial van range. Based on the Renault Kangoo, the

Spied: 2013 Mini John Cooper Works GP II Coupe

A Mini John Cooper Works Coupe that’s been given the GP treatment, caught wearing very little camouflage. It’s already been confirmed that the high-performance Mini JCW GP II hatchback model is coming to the U.S. by the end of the year—we’ve even spotted one out testing—but this is the first time we’ve caught wind of a Mini JCW Coupe GP II. The Mini is wearing a few GP hallmarks, namely a set

Unofficial Picture: Mercedes Concept Style Coupe

It’s rare when a model shifts as radically from generation to generation as has the Mercedes-Benz A-class. In this case, though, such shifts shouldn’t come as much of a surprise: The A has always been a bit radical, ever since its introduction in 1997 as competition for the perennially popular VW Golf. The Merc’s seating position was higher than in typical compacts, in the fashion of wildly

Hot News: Holden to Make New Car for Chinese Market

Holden announced earlier today that it had signed an agreement with Shanghai-GM, to assist in the development of two new cars specifically for the Chinese market. Holden will work hand in hand with GM’s Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) to develop the new vehicles which will be based on GM’s world platforms but tailored specifically for the Chinese auto market. The models and the

Unofficial Picture: 2013 Mercedes G63 AMG

Official photographs of the Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG have been published on the internet ahead of the performance SUV’s planned public debut at the Beijing motor show in China.Flaunting a deep new front bumper with large cooling ducts, a double slat grille, side mounted exhaust pipes exiting ahead of the rear wheels and characteristic five spoke AMG alloy wheels, the G63 AMG enters the

First Sketch: MG Icon Concept

MG Motor will be unveiling the Icon at the Beijing Motor Show this month; a Juke-rivalling SUV concept thought to hint at a production model for the brand. These sketches are our first look at the five-door model and they reveal the MGB-inspired design, including the wide-mouth grille and round pontoon-mounted headlights. Underneath, the Icon is expected to ride on the same chassis as the

Hot News: Is McLaren Working on Super Estate?

McLaren is working on a top-secret shooting brake estate, Auto Express has learned – and we’ve produced these exclusive images to show how it could look. The new model will be based on the MP4-12C and will be similar in concept to the Ferrari FF – although it won’t have the Ferrari’s £230,000 price tag. Instead, McLaren will position the car as a more practical alternative to range-topping

New Concept Car: Audi RS Q3

When Audi released the Q3 into the premium small-ute segment to mingle with the likes of the BMW X1 and Acura RDX, it wasted no time in confirming a 314-hp version of the 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-five developed for the TT RS. Audi confirmed the turbo five would be offered in the U.S.-spec Q3, an announcement made after the company unveiled the winter-sports-themed Q3 Vail concept at this

New Car: 2013 Chang'an Raeton

Chang’an Automotive has released the first pic of the Chang’an Raeton, formerly known as Chang’an CD101. The Reaton is Chang’an biggest car so far, it will debut next week at the Beijing Auto Show and it will be listed on the China car market near the end of this year.Earlier spy shots from the interior. Power comes from Chang’an’s own 2.0 ‘JL486Q’ engine, good for 152hp and 192nm. There will

First Sketch: Chery TX Concept

Chery has released two official pictures of the Chery TX SUV concept that will debut at the Beijing Auto Show next week. At the show it will sport a techy green engine that will disappear as soon as serious development starts. The TX SUV is expected to hit the China car market within two years.By that time power will come from 1.8, 2.0 and 2.4 gasoline engines. The TX will likely be

New Car: 2013 Proton Preve

The wait is over. Proton has officially introduced its latest addition to the fold with the arrival of the Prevé. The car was launched an hour ago by the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, at the Mines Malaysia International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Seri Kembangan. It’s a huge car for the company, as its managing director Datuk Syed Zainal Abidin stated at the launch. “The

New Car: 2013 Toyota Aurion

The wraps have come off the locally-made second generation Toyota Aurion, revealing a new take on the large car which is bigger than its predecessor but lighter, more efficient and with more standard features. Toyota is using the "attainable luxury" catch-cry for the new Aurion, which launches this month and comprises five models, starting at $36,490 for the AT-X which undercuts its Holden

Spied: 2014 Lexus IS

Our spies have spotted the next generation Lexus IS testing. The new BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class rival has been seen with a modified version of the current car’s body. This version has been in showrooms since 2005, so is substantially older then its competitors. Lexus has confirmed that the next IS will look more like a shrunken version of the new GS, which goes on sale in June.

Spied: 2014 Ferrari Enzo

The new Ferrari Enzo has broken cover for the first time. It was spotted testing in the grounds of a high-speed test track in Germany, and the rival to the Porsche 918 Spyder and upcoming replacement for the McLaren F1 sports very heavy camouflage. Underneath lies a dramatic carbon body, carbon chassis and a new mid-mounted V12 engine. There are clear visual clues that it's a Ferrari,

Spied: 2013 Opel/Vauxhall Insignia

A facelifted Vauxhall Insignia has been spotted testing. The masked Insignia in these images shows the current car – which was introduced in 2008 – with a taped up nose disguising the revisions.There’s a new nose treatment, likely with a new grille and revised headlamps. A similar facelift will take place at the rear, with tail-lights and surrounding fascia tweaked to sharpen up the

Spied: 2014 Mercedes A25 AMG

The formula for building a modern Mercedes-Benz AMG model usually starts with a turbocharged engine sending all that tire-scorching power to the rear wheels. That’s why the upcoming Mercedes-Benz A25 AMG is such a departure for Affalterbach, as it’s its first front-drive based model in pretty much ever. Our European-based automotive paparazzo recently caught an A25 AMG mule wearing very

Time to say goodbye to blogger: New website!!

As promised: a new website.The name BMW Cafe Blog doesn't cover the content of my blog anymore, as far as I'm concerned. Furthermore I feel the blogspot-templates don't offer what I want. So it was time to take the plunge and start my own website under a new name.Shit Built Bikes was already taken by Harley Davidson, so please welcome:Shedbuiltbikes.comFrom now on I will post my blog updates

Spied: 2013 Audi R8

The facelifted and significantly re-engineered Audi R8 that goes on sale this autumn has been scooped for the first time.Spotted testing at night in non-reflective paintwork, this otherwise undisguised R8 Spyder gives away the visual changes of the facelifted supercar, due to be revealed at the Moscow show this August.But the substantial changes are under the skin. There’s a new seven-speed,

New Car: 2012 Mazda 6 Venture Edition

The new Mazda 6 Venture Edition has been announced, hot on the heels of the Mazda 2 Venture Edition. The special 6 is based on the TS model, but adds a sports grille, 17-inch gunmetal alloy wheels and privacy glass, while Dolphin Grey Mica paint is available exclusively to the Venture Edition. Inside, there’s a TomTom satellite-navigation system, an integrated Bluetooth system, plus heated

Unofficial Picture: 2013 Fiat Viaggio

As is often the case, a new car has leaked online before it is scheduled to be shown at a major auto show. This time the car in question is the Fiat Viaggio sedan, which is supposed to debut at the 2012 Beijing Motor Show. The Viaggio is a restyled and rebadged version of the 2013 Dodge Dart sedan.As we’ve previously heard, the Viaggio will go on sale in China under the Fiat-Guangzhou brand.

Recall Up Date: 2012 GM's Full-Size Crossover

Roughly 50,000 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave SUVs are being recalled by General Motors for windshield wiper arms that could fail due to snow and ice in northern states. The Problem: Due to snow and ice buildup that can occur on the windshield of the GM crossovers during winter months that can restrict the movement of the wiper arm, the arm may become loose and, eventually,

New Concept Car: Citroen Numero 9

This stylish concept car is the Citroën Numéro 9, and it debuts at the Beijing Motor Show as a way for the French automaker to celebrate the launch of its DS line of cars — the DS3, DS4, and DS5 — in China. Citroën reveals that this sultry concept previews the design of future DS-line sedan, SUV, and executive sedan models. The Numéro 9′s squat proportions initially remind us of the Volkswagen

New Car: 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche Black Diamond

The Chevrolet Avalanche will soon be headed to the big ski slope in the sky: General Motors will axe the model at the end of the 2013 model year. The Chevrolet Avalanche was arguably groundbreaking when it first took to the streets in 2002, thanks to its half-and-half philosophy. The Avalanche had four doors and five seats, but also a pickup truck bed. The party trick, however, was the

New Car: 2013 Mercedes G-Class

Mercedes-Benz has updated the seriously old-school G-class SUV for 2013, but you’d never know it by looking at the rig’s exterior. That’s because almost nothing changes outside; this is a good thing. The rest of the G-class’s upgrades reside under its hood and behind its bank-vault-solid doors: A new interior, more modern amenities, and a new engine for the AMG model. Last year Mercedes sold

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Toyota Venza

The yin to the Honda Crosstour’s yang, Toyota’s Venza enters 2013 with mildly revised exterior styling, several new standard convenience features, and a smattering of updated option packages.Up front, the Venza’s grille is a bolder, cleaner interpretation of its original chrome arrangement. The lower inlet trades egg-crate mesh for a more traditional crosshatch pattern and is now ringed in

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Toyota Avalon

In the past, we’ve characterized this biggest of all Toyota passenger cars as more Buick than Buick. It was a tribute—if you can call it that—to the Avalon’s quiet, competent operation, anonymous styling, and generally unobtrusive character. However, Buick has begun to shed its dowdy image, leaving the Avalon as perhaps the de facto ruler of a class definable as premium conservative large

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Nissan Altima

The 2013 Nissan Altima, introduced at the New York auto show, is being pitched into a mid-size family-sedan market that has never had as many new, competitive models. By the end of 2012, all of the traditional big sellers in the segment (Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu, and Ford Fusion) will be either new-for-2013 or freshly launched in the last year or two. And that list doesn’t

NY Show 2012 Highlights: Honda Accord Crosstour Concept

Honda’s Crosstour has been a lightning rod for controversy since the first images of the crossover appeared on social networking sites back in September of 2009. Almost immediately, commenters began hurling insults towards the mid-size CUV, many disappointed that the (then called) Accord Crosstour was less wagon—as rumored early on in the model’s development— and more, uh, giant four-door

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Ford Explorer Sport

Ford is adding a new, sportier model to the 2013 Explorer lineup called, appropriately, the Sport. (Blue Oval utility freaks should note that this is still based on the regular four-door, three-row body style, and isn’t a revival of the old two-door Explorer of the ’90s and 2000s.) After scanning the Sport’s particulars, however, we’re thinking a SHO badge might have been appropriate, as

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Buick Enclave

The Buick Enclave is built on the same GM Lambda platform as the GMC Acadia and the Chevrolet Traverse three-row crossovers, and with more than 58,000 examples sold last year, has managed to carve out a lucrative niche in its segment. But all good things must be refreshed—the Enclave was introduced as a 2008 model—so all three Lambdas are being reworked this year, with this 2013 Enclave

NY Show 2012 Highlights: Acura RLX Concept

Who says Honda—and by extension its luxury arm, Acura—is off the pace technologically? A big pile of evidence, for starters, among it the late adoption of direct injection and six-speed automatics, as well as decade-old infotainment systems. Attempting to push that pile into the dustbin is the Acura RLX concept, which makes its debut at the 2012 New York auto show.Per Honda/Acura practice,

NY Show 2012 Highlights: Infiniti LE Concept

The Nissan Leaf is getting a sportier sibling, the Japanese maker’s upscale Infiniti division finally pulling the wraps off a long-promised battery-electric vehicle at the New York motor show.The Infiniti LE Concept battery car shares most of the same underpinnings as the mainstream Leaf battery-electric vehicle, or BEV, but will be “more aggressive” in terms of both looks and performance,

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 SRT Viper

The new Dodge SRT Viper has been revealed at the New York motor show. The new American performance icon is lighter, more powerful and features a much more premium interior that borrows some materials from SRT's Chrysler Group siblings Ferrari and Maserati.SRT boss Ralph Gilles said that using a Ferrari or Maserati platform was considered for the new Viper, but the right proportions could not

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai has revealed more details about the next Hyundai Santa Fe at its debut at the New York motor show.The new car is codenamed DM internally, but insiders have confirmed it will keep the Santa Fe name as it is considered Hyundai's icon - it is twice as well known as any other Hyundai. It is expected to target improvements in refinement, design and practicality over the current model. The

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Lexus ES

The wraps have been pulled off of the Lexus ES at the New York motor show. Lexus has revealed that it plans to build the executive saloon in left and right-hand drive configurations to be sold in all major markets globally.Lexus says it plans to market the ES as a rival to the Mercedes E-class but at a lower price.The new model will be available as a hybrid for the first time. The Lexus ES

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Lincoln MKZ

The 2013 Lincoln MKZ saloon has made its debut at the New York motor show today. Lincoln claims the D-segment saloon marks a key milestone in the reinvention of the Lincoln brand. “The new Lincoln MKZ represents the future of Lincoln in both style and substance, said Jim Farley, Lincoln’s group vice president. “It is proof of our commitment to deliver a new breed of Lincolns for a new

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 BMW X1

The facelifted BMW X1 has been shown at today's New York motor show. The revisions come just two and half years after its entry level SUV was first revealed in production guise.The strong selling X1 receives a host of subtle exterior styling tweaks in a move that rids it of cheap looking black plastic cladding and attempts to provide it with a more up-market appearance.Changes include the

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Mercedes GLK-Class

Despite assurances from its head of research and development Thomas Weber at the time of launch back in 2008, Mercedes-Benz has failed to deliver on the promise of finding an “engineering solution” to allow the first-generation GLK, pictured here officially in facelifted form for the first time, to be sold in right-hand drive – even with basic rear wheel drive.The BMW X3, Audi Q5 and Land

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Fisker Atlantic

This is the Fisker Atlantic luxury saloon, which will spearhead the company’s ambition to produce a four-door, £40,000 electric rival to the BMW 5-series. It has been revealed today at the New York motor show.The car, known as Project Nina during most of its development, is angled as a model with more widespread appeal than Fisker’s first offering, the £80,000 Karma.Company chief Henrik

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 BMW M6 Convertible

The bmw M6 convertible is on display at the New York motor show.The convertible, which costs £98,995 when it goes on sale in the UK in September, shares the M5's potent twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 petrol engine and seven-speed, dual-clutch gearbox.With 552bhp and 502lb ft of torque, the engine develops 52bhp and 122lb ft more than the naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V10 of the

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2014 Chevrolet Impala

The 2014 Chevrolet Impala has been revealed at today’s New York motor show. The all-new model is the tenth generation of the model, which was introduced in 1958.The styling is a huge leap forward over the current model, and is an effort to push the model upmarket.The saloon, which is based on the Vauxhall Insignia’s Epsilon II platform, has a sweeping profile and high-spec models are fitted

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Mercedes SL65 AMG

Mercedes-Benz has followed up the unveiling of the new SL63 AMG with a first look at its big brother, the mighty Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG at the New York motor show.The new range topping SL model adopts the aluminium body shell and other weight saving measures of its lesser-engined siblings in a move that has seen its kerb weight slashed by a considerable 170kg to 1950kg.Under the bonnet

NY Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Mercedes GL-Class

Mercedes is promising ‘S-class levels’ of ride comfort from the second-generation Mercedes GL luxury off-roader, which has been unveiled at the New York motor show.The seven-seater has been re-engineered in a bid to raise its competitiveness against the likes of Range Rover and Bentley’s forthcoming SUV.The new GL is 5120mm long, 2141mm wide and 1850mm high, making it slightly larger than its

Unofficial Picture: 2013 Mercedes GL-Class

The seven-seater Mercedes GL wasn't scheduled to be revealed until the New York Motor Show press day on Wednesday, but a Czech website has leaked these official images. The new GL comes with a more upright grille, flanked by LED daytime running lamps and chrome surrounds. The sump and rear underbody protection also get dashes of chrome, and completing the makeover at the rear are revised

New Car: 2013 BMW X1

A facelifted BMW X1 is set to be revealed at the New York Motor Show. The new car is due in dealers in September, with a number of styling changes. More of the car is now painted in the body colour, with BMW’s designers doing away with much of the rugged black bumper trim of the outgoing model. While the changes aren’t exactly radical, they make the nose appear sleeker and smoother. A new

New Car: 2013 Toyota Venza

We knew a revised 2013 Toyota Venza was in the works following last month’s sneak peak photo of its headlight. Today, the automaker showed off the updated crossover in its entirety. As expected, the most dramatic changes take place up front where the multi-slated grille has been replaced by a more simple, three-bar look—the waterfall effect, however, still remains. The headlights have been

New Car: 2013 Nissan Altima

The 2013 Nissan Altima, introduced at the New York auto show, is being pitched into a mid-size family-sedan market that has never had as many new, competitive models. By the end of 2012, all of the traditional big sellers in the segment (Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu, and Ford Fusion) will be either new-for-2013 or freshly launched in the last year or two. And that list doesn’t

Hot News: 2014 Range Rover

This is the final look for the all-new Range Rover, which is undergoing its last few months of testing before an expected showroom debut early next year.The launch of the fourth-generation model brings with it the biggest technical leap yet in the Range Rover’s 42-year history as it switches to an all-new aluminium monocoque platform.The new Range Rover will be heading further upmarket, with

New Car: 2012 Kia Soul Inferno

Kia has introduced a new range-topping model to the Soul range called the Inferno, and it costs £18,695. The Soul Inferno gets red paint, ‘dragon’ decals, a rear spoiler and black 18-inch alloy wheels. Gloss black mirror housings, bumper inserts and headlight surrounds complete the look. Meanwhile, the interior gets full black leather upholstery, a red gearstick and mood lighting hidden in

New Car: 2012 Suzuki Swift Attitude

The Suzuki Swift Attitude has been announced, and it's limited to 500 models in total. As with the last Attitude special edition, it adds racy styling similar to the Suzuki Swift Sport to the standard SZ3 model. Unlike the Sport it's available in both three and five-door body styles, and uses the 93bhp 1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine found in the standard Swift. This returns 56.5mpg

Unofficial Picture: 2013 Fisker Atlantic

We knew Fisker had another model in the works designed to be more affordable than its six-figure Karma sedan. Although there had been some teasers up until now, we hadn’t seen full pictures of the car. Well, here they are. Previously referred to as the “Project Nina” the rear license plate on the car clearly shows the name “Atlantic.” In the midst of election year politics, and the sudden

Sneak Peek Up Date: 2013 Dodge Viper

The hotly anticipated 2013 SRT Viper is nearly ready for its New York Auto Show debut, so its automaker is — what else? — posting another teaser on Facebook. We’ve already seen the car’s badge, what appears to be the front end, a Hot Wheels model, and the gear shifter. This time SRT has taken to Facebook and posted the last of its teasers, a head-on view of the car. We can see the front end,

Hot News: BYD & Daimler Release 'Denza' Brand

Daimler and BYD are one step closer to EV reality with the announcement of Denza, the official brand for the Chinese market electric car. The two companies formed a partnership in 2010 to build an all-electric vehicle. Details on the EV developed from BYD Daimler New Technology Co. Ltd (BDNT) are not yet available, though a Denza concept car is expected to debut at the Beijing auto show next

New Car: 2013 Lincoln MKZ

With Mercury consigned to history, and Ford on a roll, all eyes at FoMoCo headquarters are on the Lincoln division and its struggle to attain a little more r-e-s-p-e-c-t. That’s the mission of this new Fusion-based sedan, the 2013 MKZ displayed at last January’s Detroit show as a concept, and in the New York show spotlight in production duds.There’s not a lot of difference between the

New Concept Car: BMW i8 Spyder

This open-top BMW i8 Spyder concept will be turned into a production variant of the petrol-electric hybrid supercar in 2015, BMW sources have told Autocar.The i8 Spyder is the third pre-production version of the revolutionary 90mpg-plus, 155mph supercar. It’s set for its first public airing at the Beijing motor show later this month.This concept is said to give extra clues to the production

Hot News: Fiat to Release 500 Crossover by Next Year

Fiat is lining up a replacement for the Fiat Sedici. The new model will become the fourth variant of the Fiat 500 range, and is expected to be called 500X. Jeep will launch a sister car targeted at North American and European markets.A Fiat source told Automotive News Europe that the new model will have a blend of SUV and hatchback styling. Its wheelbase of around 4200mm will make it the

Hot News: Baby Lexus RX is on Way

Lexus is planning a rival to the Range Rover Evoque and Audi Q5, Auto Express understands. The Toyota luxury brand has enjoyed huge success with the RX range, particularly in the US, but Andy Pfeiffenberger, vice president of Lexus Europe, wants to focus on the class below. “We have been very slow to come to the market with a downsized SUV,” he told us. “This is an area of our range that you

Hot News: Subaru Plans to Release BRZ STi

Subaru has given the biggest hint yet that it is developing a hot STI version of its BRZ sports car – and there's a roadster on the way too. Talking to Auto Express at the launch of the new rear-wheel drive coupe, global marketing manager Atoshi Atake, said: "We have already had many requests from interested customers regarding a faster version. Let me say this - we will certainly satisfy

New Cars: 2013 Subaru Legacy & Outback

Two updated Subaru models, the 2013 Outback and 2013 Legacy, will make their public debut at next week’s New York auto show. The Subaru sedan and wagon each receive a more powerful engine, a more efficient transmission, and several other minor tweaks. The base engine in the Outback 2.5i and Legacy 2.5i is updated to the FB-series 2.5-liter boxer-four, which has dual overhead cams and produces

Recall Up Date: 2002 - 2004 Honda SUVs

Honda says it will recall certain 2002-2004 Honda CR-V and 2003 Honda Pilot SUVs to inspect and replace headlight wiring components.The Problem: The wiring of the headlight switch could potentially fail, causing the low beam headlights to malfunction, which could increase the risk of a crash at night. The automaker says no crashes or injuries due to loss of headlights have been reported. The

Hot News: 2015 Chrysler TD

What It Is: Fiat’s inadequate quid to Chrysler’s pro quo. In exchange for building the Jeep Grand Cherokee–based Maserati Kubang crossover—as well as the 200 and 300 sold as Lancias in Europe—Chrysler got Italian help with the styling, as well as the fluffing and tufting of  this compact folding-hardtop convertible. Why It Matters: Chrysler refuses to let go of its pseudo-luxury

The king isn't dead, but there's a new king :)

For the last three or four years I have been using a second hand Canon EOS400D DSLR for my photography. It's an excellent camera and I enjoyed using it hugely. I know it is nearing the end of it's life. Canon designed it for something like 40.000 photo's and it is way past that point, but still going strong!Last Friday, if they don't find a way to screw me again, I finally got the very last grade

Scram Afrika with Fuel Bespoke Motorcycles

Karles from Fuel Bespoke Motorcycles send a clip around of their planned Scram Africa trip. They did a check of the route and made video clip:Untitled from Fuel Bespoke Motorcycles on Vimeo.It's a trip through Marocco on clasic bikes. Adventure + classic bikes, what more can you want? I sure as hell wish I could join them, but I really can't.If you have a scrambler and the means, there is just no

Mark Meisner's CB

Check this beauty out!!It's not completely finished yet, you can follow the progress on Mark's blog.

Rusty gold swapmeet: 6 Mei, Cruise inn, Amsterdam. Don't miss it!!

de eerste Rusty Gold Swapmeet (ruilbeurs/rommelmarkt) Locatie is de cruise inn Amsterdam. Gratis entree en gratis staanplaatsen, maar geen professionele handelaren en geen nieuw spul. Staanplaats betekent in dit geval een kleedje of wat je ook meeneemt om je waar te tonen. Voor meer info zie de flyer of mail naar rustygoldswapmeet@gmail.comFor the non- Dutch speakers: A GREAT initiative by,

Sneak Peek: 2013 Lexus ES

Though we’ve already seen the Chinese-spec 2013 Lexus ES, the luxury automaker has just released a teaser photo of the U.S.-market 2013 ES luxury sedan in advance of its 2012 New York auto show debut. As on the 2013 Lexus GS, the 2013 ES’ front grille makes a much greater impact than the last-generation ES ever did, thanks to the chrome-trimmed spindle grille and Nike swoosh-like LED daytime

Unofficial Picture: 2013 Chevrolet Compact Crossover

General Motors plans to once again engage in badge engineering, the time-tested practice of selling one vehicle in many markets with several different badges. According to European patent filings discovered by L’Automobile Magazine, Chevrolet is planning a small crossover that appears to be based on the 2013 Buick Encore.Of course, the Buick Encore already has been badge-engineered once before

Spied: 2013 Mini Cooper S JCW GP

Mini appears to be readying an even more extreme version of its Cooper S John Cooper Works model. Captured just outside the Nürburgring by our spy photographer, this test mule sports a few unique features that single it out as a successor to the previous-generation JCW GP. The most obvious similarity between this test mule and the limited-edition JCW GP of 2007 is the fixed, roof-mounted rear

New Car: 2013 Chevrolet Traverse

GM’s full-size crossover quadruplets—the Chevrolet Traverse, the GMC Acadia, the Buick Enclave, and the now-deceased Saturn Outlook—were fairly well received when they were first launched. GM’s three surviving eight-passenger utes are getting much-needed midcycle updates for 2013, and Chevrolet has now released details on its freshened Traverse.The 2013 Traverse hits the show stand

Spied: 2014 Maserati Quattroporte

What It Is: The 2013 replacement for Maserati’s only current sedan, very little of which is actually visible here. Other than the door handles, windshield, side windows, and the head- and taillamps—which are grafted-on pieces from today’s Quattroporte— there is nothing we can confidently say is a production part of the next-gen Quattroporte. The true surfaces of every frumpy, matte-finished

New Car: 2013 Ford Explorer Sport

Ford is adding a new, sportier model to the 2013 Explorer lineup called, appropriately, the Sport. (Blue Oval utility freaks should note that this is still based on the regular four-door, three-row body style, and isn’t a revival of the old two-door Explorer of the ’90s and 2000s.) After scanning the Sport’s particulars, however, we’re thinking a SHO badge might have been appropriate, as

New Car: 2012 Skoda Yeti Urban

Skoda has revealed a UK-only limited-edition model of its Yeti crossover. The Yeti Urban is targeted at younger customers and gets £2,450 worth of extras, but doesn’t cost any more than the SE model it’s based on. The Yeti has been a runaway success in the UK, with more than 8,800 registered since it launched in 2009 – and waiting lists are still at three to six months. The Urban adds a DAB

New Cars: 2012 Jeep Altitude Series

In January, Jeep showed off a blacked-out Grand Cherokee concept in Houston, Texas, and asked customers to help pick a name. The selected name was “Altitude”, and Jeep has now announced that it will produce limited numbers of Grand Cherokee, Compass, and Patriot Altitude models. “These new Jeep Altitude editions will clearly have a broad appeal among consumers, especially those looking for

Sneak Peek: 2013 Toyota New Full-Size Sedan

Toyota just released a sketch of a new car scheduled to debut at the 2012 New York auto show with a liftback-like design reminiscent of the Audi A7. Could this be Toyota’s foray into the four-door coupe niche? What we see here is likely a hint of what to expect for the all-new 2013 Toyota Avalon full-size sedan. Toyota describes the car in the teaser image as a “stunning U.S.-designed” sedan

Sneak Peek: 2013 Ford Explorer Sport

This teaser video previews a new version of the Ford Explorer SUV that will be unveiled tomorrow, March 28. But what exactly is new about this version of the Explorer? So far, Ford hasn’t given us many clues. Ford says that the launch tomorrow will add “an exhilarating new model to the family,” and the brief clip shows Ford’s test track in Dearborn, Michigan. Couple that to the sound of an

First Sketch: 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE

If you’re considering the purchase of a 2013 Camaro SS coupe with a manual, you’re going to want to look at the 1LE package. And if you weren’t considering a new Camaro, you might be now. The option group is intended to transform The General’s affordable V-8 coupe into an affordable V-8 coupe that can stop and turn. Sort of sounds like a Mustang we know. The 1LE name is plucked from late-‘

Hot News: 2016 Volkswagen Golf CC

What It Is: A low-slung, four-door sedan called the Golf CC, or perhaps Jetta CC in the States. It would be to the Golf and to the Jetta what the bigger CC—as it is simply badged in the U.S.—is to the Passat: an elegantly rebodied and slightly less practical derivative. The Golf CC could have a conventional trunklid, like a four-door sedan, or it could incorporate a liftgate similar to the

Update

Sorry for the last two posts. I need the reserve some space for non-bike related (my study) stuff. It will be useful in the future. I am working very, very hard on a brand new website, until it's up and running, this blog will see fewer updates. More on this soon!

Hot News: Daimler/BYD Chinese Brand Named Denza?

Mercedes-Benz sources in Germany have confirmed Chinese media reports suggesting its parent company Daimler and Chinese car maker BYD Auto’s new joint venture brand will be called Denza.Created as a Chinese-market-only brand, Denza is set to support a range of affordable electric powered vehicles – the first of which is set to be unveiled at the Beijing motor show on April 23.Based on the

Recall Up Date : 2003 - 2010 BMW 5 & 6 Series

BMW has announced a recall of 1.3 million cars worldwide, covering all 5 Series and 6 Series models built from 2003 to 2010. The company revealed that the problem was concerning a battery cable cover in the boot that may have been mounted incorrectly. According to BMW, the result of the problem will be electrical malfunctions, vehicles not starting and in the most serious cases 'charring or

Recall Up Date: 2012 Chevrolet Express & Suburban, 2012 GMC Savana & Yukon XL

The Problem: GM will recall certain 2012 Chevy models and GMC twins due to a steering gear issue. The affected models include the Chevy Suburban/GMC Yukon XL SUVs, and the Chevy Express/GMC Savana vans. The steering gear pitman shaft may not have been adequately hardened in these vehicles and could fracture. If the steering gear pitman shaft breaks, loss of steering could might happen – and

Experiences with Physical Geography at Utrecht University

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Studiekeuze: ervaringen fysische geografie universiteit utrecht

Voor de mensen die bezig zijn met hun studiekeuze zou ik graag mijn ervaringen met de studie fysische geografie aan de universiteit in utrecht toelichten. Ik heb bij de faculteit geowetenschappen, departement fysische geografie  de bachelor fysische geografie en de master physical geography gevolgd.De bachelor heeft te leiden onder de bijzonder slechte adminstratie en de totale desinteresse van

Recall Up Date: 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S

The Problem: Porsche will be recalling certain 2012 model year 911 Carrera S models because interference between a coolant line and a fuel line may cause the fuel line to become disconnected at the quick connector, potentially causing a fuel leak. If fuel leakage occurs, the 911′s engine may misfire or stall. If the fuel comes into the presence of an ignition source it could also catch fire,

New Car: 2012 Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline

The Dodge Challenger might seem a bit pedestrian when it’s not equipped with a Hemi V-8, but Dodge has tarted up its Challenger SXT Plus with the Challenger Rallye Redline package, which promises a combination of V-6 power, better handling, and muscle-car looks.It’s closely based on the Dodge Challenger SXT Plus, which is powered by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and is mated to a

Spied: 2013 Aston Martin DB9

What It Is: A thinly camouflaged example of the next-generation Aston Martin DB9. (Our most recent spy shots of the next DB9 were of a more heavily covered car.) The DB9 is Aston’s two-door middle child, slotting between the “entry level” Vantage and the more-powerful DB9-based DBS. This family tree recently grew with the addition of the Virage—a DB9 with unique bodywork and slightly more

Very cool W650 custom

I've posted a link to Lars' blog, Brauchi's bikes, a while ago, but his W650 is now as good as finished. A great bike combined with some photography talent results in this:Great work Lars!Check out more of this bike and some great photography on his blog.

Cool Volvo at the beach

I did ride the bikes this week, but nothing special. Went to the beach last friday (with the car) and saw this cool Volvo in the parking lot:Bit more classy than 'my' '98 Mitsubishi Colt ;)Venus and Jupiter are just visible on the photo. Nice night for a walk on the beach.Picking up Horse photography again too, there's some money in that business....In other news: I am working hard on a brand new

Hot News: Lexus Plans to Produce LF-LC Concept

The popularity of the dramatic Lexus LF-LC concept has significantly boosted its chances of making production, Autocar has learned.Senior bosses at Lexus parent firm Toyota insisted at the LF-LC’s Detroit show unveiling in January that the hybrid 2+2 coupé was strictly a concept. But an emphatically positive reception — including winning the public’s ‘best in show’ award at Detroit — has led

Hot News: Ferari Confirms Two New Engines

The future of Ferrari V12s has been secured by hybrid technology that will ensure the company can hit its CO2 targets without having to compromise on engine layout.At the launch of the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta earlier this month, Ferrari made a veiled reference to the future use of V12 engines in its range by describing the car as “the first in a new generation of V12s”.It is understood that

New Car: 2013 Mercedes GLK-Class

The facelifted GLK, set to get its first public outing at next week’s New York motor show, continues to be sold with the choice of three engines in Europe. They include Mercedes-Benz’s widely used 2.1-litre four-cylinder common rail unit – the OM651 as it is known internally. It delivers 168bhp and 295lb ft in the entry level GLK220, which now comes in two distinct versions: the CDI 4Matic

Spied: Citroen DS9 Concept

These are the first pictures of the new Citroen DS9 – a flagship luxury car concept that has been spotted completely undisguised ahead of its debut at the Beijing Motor Show next month. Spied on a photoshoot at the Place de la Concorde in Paris, the DS9 is charged with spearheading a new DS range specifically for China. It follows on from the DS3 supermini and DS4 and DS5 crossovers, which

First Sketch: 2013 Fisker Nina

Fisker gives us a chance to peek into the future with a sketch of the first vehicle to be spawned from its Project Nina vehicle platform. Fisker’s Project Nina, announced at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, will introduce three new vehicles by 2014, and the drawing above is a good indication of what we can expect to see from the second model line after the Karma. The first Nina vehicle is

New Car: 2012 Ram 1500 Lone Star 10th Anniversary

When its pickup truck garnered a lot of love in Texas, Ram decided to make a special edition celebrating the partnership. That special edition turned 10 years old this year, so Ram is celebrating with another special edition. It’s called the Ram 1500 Lone Star 10th Anniversary.The truck is called the Ram 1500 Lone Star, a version of the famous Ram 1500 Crew Cab pickup that is sold only in

Sneak Peek Up Date: 2013 Nissan Altima

With the New York auto show just weeks away, Nissan continues to tease the public with more shots of the upcoming 2013 Altima. This time, it’s a look at the new sedan’s profile. This time around, we get another peek of the muscular side view of the 2013 Altima sedan, which will face a reinvigorated midsize field that includes a revamped 2013 Honda Accord and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, not to

Recall Up Date: 2006 Honda CR-V

Honda is recalling roughly 1300 2006 CR-V crossovers for trouble with the lower control arm assemblies. The Problem: The original welding for the lower control arms on some CR-V models may not have been properly done during the initial manufacturing. If the welding was not completely properly, the right front lower control arm could break at the weld spot over time and affect the car’s

Spied: 2013 Audi Q5 Hybrid

Hybrids have a ‘holier-than-thou’ image of saving the rainforest and being friendly to all of nature’s creatures. This 2013 Audi Q5 Quattro Hybrid our intrepid spy photographer spotted cold weather testing is bird friendly too, except not in the way you were expecting.What our spy photographer did to deserve such a reaction likely relates to him catching Audi’s face-lifted 2013 Q5 wearing

Spied: 2013 Toyota Avalon

What It Is: A pair of heavily camouflaged next-generation 2013 Toyota Avalon prototypes. The current-generation Toyota Avalon has been on sale since 2005, making it nearly as old—in car years—as the typical Avalon buyer. Despite a minor refresh for 2011, the Avalon clearly is due for an update, and these spy photos indicate that Toyota’s full-size sedan will be getting one soon. It remains

Spied: 2014 Infiniti EV

What It Is: A mule for Infiniti’s upcoming all-electric sedan. Until now, we had seen only sketches of Infiniti’s EV. Sitting closer to the bottom of Infiniti’s lineup, the EV will aim to please eco-chic shoppers who like the idea of an electric car to drive locally—as well as a premium badge. Why it matters: Electric vehicles haven’t hit the big time yet, but like many automakers, Infiniti

Hot News: Is Audi Working on A4 Minivan?

Audi’s marketing and product planning departments are thinking big, but not too big. Automobile magazine is reporting that the next addition to the German automaker’s lineup is called the Audi A4 Superavant and, no, it’s not a minivan nor an MPV. Audi claims its market research found enough demand to bring it to market. As its name suggests, the new crossover is essentially a supersized Audi A4

Hot News: Jaguar is Preparing to Introduce Crossover

Jaguar is promising “breakthrough” design and engineering for a proposed new crossover. If it’s signed off for production, it could go on sale around 2016 to crown a radical overhaul of its complete model range.Speaking bullishly at the Geneva motor show, Jaguar global brand director Adrian Hallmark confirmed that the British marque was responding to Jaguar Land Rover CEO Ralf Speth’s wish

Hot News: Jaguar - Land Rover & Chery Joint Venture

Jaguar Land Rover and Chery Automobile Company have agreed terms on a joint venture in China. The partnership will include the manufacture of Jaguar, Land Rover and joint venture-branded cars, establishment of a research and development centre, building an engine plant and sales of the vehicles the joint venture produces.In order to build cars in China, the Chinese government requires

Hot News: Hyundai to Introduce New Genesis in 2013 and New Sonata in 2014

Hyundai is planning to launch a new version of the Sonata sedan by 2014, as well as an updated Genesis sedan in 2013. According to Reuters, Hyundai CEO Kim Choong-ho revealed the product update plans at an industry meeting in Seoul, South Korea. The current version of the Hyundai Sonata (pictured) was introduced in Korea in late 2009 and launched in the U.S. in 2010. Since then, the car has not

New Car: 2013 Chevrolet Trailblazer

The new Chevrolet Trailblazer, which goes on sale overseas this June, made its official debut today at the Bangkok International Motor Show in Thailand. While the Thai-built Trailblazer is characterized as a “global” SUV, Chevrolet will not sell the new model in the U.S. The Trailblazer’s rounded body conceals the same truck chassis as the new global Colorado pickup, which is meant to provide

Hot News: Honda to Introduce Crosstour Concept at NY Auto Show

The futuristic Honda Crosstour is about to get a refresh, and Honda is readying a concept car previewing the 2013 model for a New York Auto Show debut. We should clarify a couple of things: the Honda Crosstour will turn four in 2013, which means the new car will be something of a mid-cycle refresh. The second is that Honda’s concept cars are often nearly identical to their successive

Sneak Peek: 2014 Chevrolet Impala

Chevrolet has teased two new vehicles that will appear at its stand at the New York auto show. The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse and the 2014 Chevrolet Impala will bow publicly next month in the Big Apple.Predictably, Chevrolet hasn’t yet released much information on the pair of cars. The Impala will be the tenth generation of vehicles to wear that name; the nameplate itself originated way back in

Hot News: Datsun is Back

Although Nissan is reviving its storied Datsun nameplate, don’t hold your breath for a modern-day 240Z sports car. The new Datsun brand is only for use in emerging markets, and won’t be available in the U.S. Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn announced that Datsun vehicles will be sold in India, Indonesia, and Russia from 2014. The new vehicles are designed for “optimistic up-and-coming customers” in

Recall Up Date: 1995 - 2004 Land Rover Vehicles

Owners of 1995-1999 Land Rover Discovery, 1999-2004 Discovery II, and 1995 Range Rover Classic SUVs may want to get their vehicles checked out. The British automaker is recalling certain rear driveshaft couplings manufactured as service parts. 1995-1999 Land Rover Discovery, 1999-2004 Discovery II, and 1995 Range Rover Classic The Problem: Land Rover is recalling certain rear driveshaft

New Car: 2013 Mercedes SL65 AMG

In an age of engine downsizing and emissions-reduction mandates, one might expect the V-12 engine—volumes of which never were very high in the first place—to hit the endangered-species list. But Mercedes-Benz and AMG are keeping the breed alive at least for the near future, sliding the brands’ mighty twin-turbocharged twelve-pot into the latest SL roadster to create the latest SL65 AMG. With

Spied: 2013 Opel/Vauxhall Astra Saloon

Vauxhall is planning to launch a saloon version of the Astra as part of a series of mid-life changes to the rest of the range due later this summer. However, the four-door is not destined for the UK, instead being reserved for select European markets where such cars traditionally outsell hatchbacks.The Astra five-door’s changes are understood to be purely cosmetic, focusing on a revised

Sneak Peek: 2013 Citroen DS9

Citroen has posted these teaser pictures on its Facebook page, together with the line "the future of the DS line is already taking shape at Citroen".It appears to show a development of the C6-based Metropolis concept, first shown at the Shanghai Motor Show in May 2010. And going by the darkly-lit profile shot, the saloon silhouette has been replaced with a shooting-brake body style.The

Spied: 2014 Volkswagen XL1

VW is keeping its promise to put the world's most fuel efficient car into production. The XL1 concept, first shown at the Qatar Motor Show in January last year, can return 313mpg, and you'll be able to buy one next year.Speaking at the concept's unveiling last year, VW Chairman Martin Winterkorn confirmed the XL1 would be going into limited production and on sale by 2013 - and these spy

New Car: 2012 SEAT Leon FR+ Supercopa

SEAT has given its Leon FR+ performance model a new special edition styling kit. Thanks to some expert tweaks from the engineers at SEAT Sport, the new model echoes the World Touring Car Championship-winning Leon. This means a wider bodykit, plus an aggressive update to the front and rear bumpers. At the back, the Suercopa gets dual chrome-tipped exhausts and a pronounced boot spoiler. The

New Car: 2013 Ford Tourneo Custom

Today, Ford pulled the wraps off not the new Transit, but the Tourneo Custom. First previewed weeks ago at the Geneva Motor Show, the Tourneo Custom is Ford’s European light-duty commercial passenger van.Like the concept, the new Ford Tourneo Custom features an almost car-like appearance, thanks to Ford’s Kinetic design language. Think of the Tourneo Custom as the missing link between the

Hot News: Mercedes to Debut CLC at LA Art Festival

Mercedes-Benz is getting in touch with its artistic side, hosting a festival celebrating various art forms at Los Angeles’ Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA). Called Transmission LA: AV Club, the event will focus on audio and visual mediums, and feature exhibits, concerts, and installations that play on that theme. What does any of this have to do with cars, you ask? Mercedes will also

Spied: 2014 Cadillac CTS

What It Is: A 2014 Cadillac CTS wearing pretty heavy camouflage. It’s a prototype for the third-generation car; the original CTS launched for 2003, while this car’s predecessor arrived for 2008. The current car is available as a sedan, coupe, and wagon. The sedan is what we’ve captured here; we have heard no definitive word on whether Cadillac intends to continue offering multiple body

Spied: 2014 Jeep Liberty

What It Is: A mule for the next-gen 2014 Jeep Liberty caught testing wearing an Alfa Romeo Giulietta shell. The compact SUV replacement for the venerated Jeep Cherokee, the Liberty arrived for 2002 and was revamped for 2008. Despite Jeep’s best efforts, the Liberty never quite lived up to the Cherokee’s reputation for rugged simplicity and suburban chic. Why It Matters: Although it’s been a

Welcome to the first day of the rest of my life :)

tSo.... That is my car and it's me driving it. Well, technically, it's still my brother's car, but that's just a matter of some paper work.Where I'm driving? On the way to my new job, just north of Amsterdam. I finished my study and found a really nice job in a really short time. But don't worry, nothing will change about my motorcycle-life :)In other good news: This photo I made of myself on the

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 AC 378 GT Zagato

British sports car maker AC is back, and it has teamed up with Italian styling house Zagato to produce this, the 378 GT Zagato.AC Cars has been bought by a new owner, who is determined to revive the firm's fortunes. The 378 GT is powered by a 6.2-litre V8 similar to the one found in the Corvette, but it has been tuned to produce 434bhp. The new model will be sold alongside the firm's

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 SEAT Ibiza

The facelifted SEAT Ibiza supermini has made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. The front end has been redesigned to fit in with SEAT’s new design language – seen on the firm’s most recent models like the Alhambra – so the grille has been stretched and the headlights are now more angular. Meanwhile, SEAT has simplified the climate controls and improved a few of the cabin materials for a

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Hyundai i20

A new-look Hyundai i20 has debuted at the Geneva Motor Show, and the facelifted model is set to become the cleanest combustion-engined car on sale. When powered by the 74bhp 1.1-litre three-cylinder diesel, the new i20 emits just 84g/km of CO2, and is said to be able to return 90mpg. An 89bhp 1.4-litre diesel is also available which, when fitted with Blue Drive technologies such as a

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Koenigsegg Agera R

Low emission and all-electric cars weren’t the only vehicles making a splash at Geneva. Koenigsegg took the wraps of its storming 2013 Agera R hypercar at the show. The flagship R model is claimed to have a top speed of 273mph and is fitted with the world’s first hollow one-piece carbonfibre wheels. They reduce weight by up to 20kg. Aerodynamic tweaks also improve downforce and cut drag,

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Morgan Plus E Concept

The new Morgan Aero Coupe and Plus 8 were on show beside a new all-electric model, dubbed the Morgan Plus E. And in a unique twist, the retro-styled machine features a five speed manual gearbox, unlike existing electric cars. “We’re Morgan. We make exciting sports cars, so it has to be fun,” explained a company spokeswoman. The Plus E is currently a working prototype and shows the famous

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Ferrari California

Ferrari has revealed an updated California that's not only shed 30kg of weight but has also gained an extra 30bhp. Thanks to new exhaust manifolds and re-tuned engine mapping, the 4.3-litre V8 now produces 483bhp and 505Nm of torque. The weight loss is down to new aluminium construction technologies that have also ensured structural rigidity remains identical to that of the old California.

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 SEAT Mii 5-Door

The five-door SEAT Mii has made its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show. The more practical Mii is the same 3.5-metre length as the three-door model. Like the Skoda Citigo and VW up!, the Mii has a five-star Euro NCAP crash test rating and boot space of 251 litres with the seats up and 951 with them folded. The five-door Mii uses a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder engine with 61bhp or 76bhp,

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Toyota Yaris Hybrid

The Toyota Yaris Hybrid has made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Toyota says it is the most affordable hybrid in the UK. Toyota brought hybrid power to the masses with the original Prius, is now offering the same technology in its Yaris supermini. The 99bhp petrol engine is mated to an electric motor, both of which direct power to the front wheels. Together they're capable of 80.7mpg,

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Range Rover Westminster

Land Rover is celebrating 10 years of the current-generation Range Rover with three new special editions, which have been shown at the Geneva motor show. They are likely to be a final hurrah for the current car, as an all-new Range Rover will be launched this summer.The Range Rover Westminster edition (pictured) replaces the 4.4 TDV8 Vogue and Vogue SE models. The model will go on sale in

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 BMW M135i

BMW is set to crown its second-generation 1-series line-up with this exciting new 300bhp plus six-cylinder powered BMW M135i model, which has been unveiled at the Geneva motor show.The Audi RS3 rivaling hatchback, planned for UK sale before the end of 2012, forms part of BMW’s new M Performance line-up, joining the recently revealed M550d xDrive saloon and touring, X5 M50d and X6 M50d.It is

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Volkswagen Golf GTi Cabriolet

Volkswagen has launched a GTI version of the new Volkswagen Golf cabriolet at the Geneva motor show. It will be available to order in the UK in July ahead of first deliveries in September.The 207bhp/207lb ft drop-top (VW’s most powerful and first GTI Golf convertible to date), will crack the sprint to 62mph from standing in 7.3sec before reaching a top speed of 147mph (146mph with DSG).VW

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Volkswagen Cross Coupe Concept

A super-frugal version of the Volkswagen Cross Coupe has been shown at the Geneva motor show. The SUV concept previews the next Volkswagen Tiguan first shown at last year's Tokyo motor show and updated for Geneva.The advanced four-wheel drive showcases a new plug-in diesel-electric hybrid system Volkswagen is developing for use in a range of upcoming production models that is claimed to

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Pininfarina Cambiano Concept

The Pininfarina Cambiano sports saloon concept is the Italian styling house’s star at the Geneva motor show. The Italian styling house closed its coachbuilding business last year to concentrate solely on car design. The Cambiano adopts a Hyundai Veloster-style door arrangement, with one door on the driver’s side and two doors on the passenger side. The rear door on the passenger side is rear

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Lamborghini Aventador J

This is the Lamborghini Aventador J, a one-off, road-legal roadster that company boss Stephan Winkelmann says is a testament to his firm’s commitment to pushing the limits of design, despite increasingly rigid road car regulations.As such, it takes its name from the world motorsport governing body’s ‘Appendix J’ regulations, which define racing car class specifications. The J also invokes

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Bentley EXP 9 F Concept

The Bentley EXP 9 F concept, unveiled at the Geneva motor show, shows how a 180mph, £150,000 Bentley SUV would look in production.The concept, powered by a re-engineered version of the current 6.0-litre petrol W12 engine, is as long and slightly lower than a Range Rover, but much more powerful. A W12 petrol version will be the production flagship, but Bentley will also offer buyers the choice

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Ferrari took deposits on around 360 new F12 Berlinettas ahead of the car's official unveiling at the Geneva motor show, CEO Amedeo Felisa has told Autocar.Prior to its unveiling the new car was shown during a week-long event of customer previews. Around 450 customers have seen the car so far, with 80 per cent placing orders immediately according to Felisa."The interest is strong, and the

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Range Rover Evoque Convertible Concept

Land Rover showed off this Range Rover Evoque convertible concept at the Geneva motor show. Land Rover says the Evoque convertible concept ‘explores the potential for the world's first premium convertible SUV' and a decision on production could be made within the next two months. John Edwards, global brand director told Autocar: "We want a share of the growing SUV market."The convertible has

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Audi A3

Audi is attempting to redefine the premium hatchback segment with the all-new Audi A3, which has been revealed in three-door guise at the Geneva motor show.The third-generation Audi A3 features a high-class premium interior packed with ‘big car’ technology, a significant weight reduction thanks to its new lightweight modular platform and a highly-efficient new range of petrol and diesel

The Virago in motion

Video didn't work out completely as planned, so we will have to do it again.

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Maserati GranTurismo Sport

Maserati is replacing its best-selling Maserati GranTurismo S model with a new Sport variant. The GranTurismo Sport, revealed here at the Geneva motor show, gets a revised, 454bhp 4.7-litre V8 engine, which gives the model a 186mpg top speed and a 0-62mph time of 4.7sec.Two transmissions choices will be offered on the Sport. The standard gearbox is a six-speed torque converter automatic, while

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Volvo V40

Volvo has unveiled a new-look Volvo V40 five-door hatchback at the Geneva motor show designed to revive its fortunes in the premium hatchback class, and steal volume from the dominant BMW 1-series and Audi A3. The outgoing S40 and V50 models die to make way for new V40 production tipped to reach 90,000 units a year at Volvo’s Ghent plant in Belgium.The car, which combines the virtues of the

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Audi RS4

The Audi RS4 is making a comeback after a four-year hiatus — and like the original introduced in 2000, it will be sold in estate form only. The third incarnation of Audi’s hot load hauler has made its first public appearance at the Geneva motor show. Right-hand-drive cars should arrive in the UK this autumn. Exact UK pricing has yet to be finalised, but insiders hint that the RS4 Avant will

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse

Bugatti has unveiled the most powerful roadster of all time, the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse, at the Geneva motor show.The new model is based on the existing open-topped Grand Sport model, but with the significant hikes in power and torque seen on the closed-topped Super Sport version.Whereas the current Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport possesses 987bhp and 922lb ft, Bugatti’s

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Volkswagen Cargo Up! Concept

The Cargo Up is designed as a delivery van and offers 1400 litres of rear space. It is equipped with underbody protection front and rear, and its sides have sill trim panels. As with the cross up!, there is also a roof railing. Inside, the cargo up! has been emptied except for the driver seat and the cockpit. This has created a flat cargo floor both on the passenger's side and in the boot.

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Volkswagen X Up! Concept

The X Up is intended as a ‘go anywhere’ vehicle and gets a roof box with two integrated searchlights, as well as robust side panels and underbody guards at the front and rear.Like the Winter Up, it is based on the Cross Up and could potentially go into production very quickly. The X Up is painted in ‘burned orange metallic’ with the bumpers and roof box finished in ‘anthracite’. The

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Volkswagen Winter Up! Concept

The Winter Up is based on the four-door Cross Up concept that was on show at the Frankfurt motor show last year. It is designed for winter sports, and features a snowboard carrier on the roof rails. The car also has ESP with differential locks to deal with snowy road conditions.The Volkswagen is painted in two colours: ‘pure white’ and ‘malibu blue’. The body surfaces are painted in cool ‘

Vincent's Ducati

A while back Vincent, the guy I built the Virago and the CX500 chopper with, bought a Ducati Cagiva Pantah 650. He sold his Yamaha R1 for it and that was a wise decission. The Ducatis isn't even finished yet, but I'm pretty sure he's already done more miles on it, than on the R1 in 3 seasons....Although the bike is not finished yet, it is taking shape nicely. At this moment it has custom made

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Volkswagen Swiss Up! Concept

The Volkswagen Up has appeared in four new concept guises at the Geneva motor show – the Swiss Up, Winter Up, X Up and Cargo Up.Swiss Up, designed to pay tribute to Geneva and Switzerland, has an exterior and interior that’s painted in the red and white colours of the Swiss flag.The cabin is finished in the ‘ceramique’ trim colour. The leather is also styled in ‘ceramique’ in the outer area

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Mercedes SL63 AMG

The Mercedes SL63 AMG has been revealed in public at today's Geneva motor show. In top 'Performance Package' specification, it offers 557bhp and a 0-62mph time at 4.2sec.In line with its standard sibling, the new SL63 AMG eschews steel construction for the first time, adopting a state-of-the-art aluminium and magnesium structure that, in combination with a carbonfibre bootlid and vacuum die

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Volkswagen Polo Blue GT Concept

The Volkswagen Polo Blue GT, a performance-orientated version of the Polo has been unveiled at the Geneva motor show. The Blue GT will feature the VW Group’s 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a cylinder deactivation system.With 138bhp, the Polo Blue GT is claimed hit 62mph in 7.9sec and reach a top speed of 131mph in standard six-speed manual guise – 1.0sec and 11mph slower

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Ford B-Max

The all-new, production-ready Ford B-Max MPV has been unveiled at the Geneva motor show. The new car promises to be one of the most innovative models ever seen in the segment. The Fiesta-based B-Max has been shown exactly one year after it was previewed as a concept car of the same name. It is the latest model to be developed under the global ‘One Ford’ strategy. UK sales will start in

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Bertone Nuccio Concept

Italian styling company Bertone has unveiled its latest concept car, the Bertone Nuccio, at the Geneva motor show. The striking concept – named in honour of Giuseppe ‘Nuccio’ Bertone, former owner of the Turinese design house, is described as an ‘extreme sportscar that puts an evolutionary imprint on the concept that is built into Bertone’s DNA: the mid-rear engined berlinetta’.No details of

Virago update

It's been a while. Vincent managed to make something that's even louder than the Virago: A child. Cool kid though, Max.Anyway: That was the reason for not working on the Virago and the SR500 for such a long time. I found a manual for our carb online, so I really wanted to give the Virago a tune up, while Vincent had some work to do on his Ducati.I took the CB to get there, so we had quite a nice

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Ford Transit Tourneo Concept

The Ford Transit Tourneo concept 'people mover' has been unveiled at the Geneva motor show.Ford says it showcases "a dramatic new look, and is previewing the introduction of an all-new family of one-tonne Ford Transit people movers and commercial vehicles for Europe and Asia."Stephen Odell, Ford’s European chief, said: "The Tourneo Custom’s car-like qualities will be appreciated by a broad range

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom

The Rolls-Royce Phantom has undergone its most extensive overhaul since launch in 2003. Revealed at today's Geneva motor show, the Phantom Series II is only distinguishable from before by a series of subtle styling tweaks. The biggest changes are the addition of a new eight-speed automatic gearbox, a new rear differential and overhauled electronic systems in the cabin.The new eight-speed

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Smart ForTwo

Smart has unveiled a series of subtle styling tweaks to its Smart Fotwo city car for 2012. The look was first previewed on the electric Smart Fortwo ED at last year’s Frankfurt motor show, and was seen on the rest of the range for the first time at the Geneva motor show.Styling tweaks include a new front grille, which now features an integrated Smart logo. There is also new front and rear

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Mini Countryman JCW

The hottest version yet of the Mini Countryman, the John Cooper Works, has been unveiled at today's Geneva motor show.Powered by a 215bhp 1.6-litre turbo four, the car is claimed by Mini to cover 0-60mph in 7.0sec and hit 140mph. Peak torque of 207lb ft is on tap between 2000rpm and 5600rpm, and an overboost function adds a further 14lb ft.The hottest version yet of the Mini Countryman, the

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Fiat 500L

The Fiat 500L - the latest addition to the Fiat 500 range - has received its debut at the Geneva motor show. The 500L - meaning 'Large' - will go on sale in early 2013.At 4140mm long, 1780mm wide and 1660mm high, the new five-seat 500L is 594mm longer, 153mm wider and 172mm taller than the standard Fiat 500 hatchback. According to Fiat, the 500L offers ‘MPV passenger space combined with the

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Infiniti Emerg-e Concept

Infiniti chiefs say it is “feasible” to build a production version of its Emerg-e extended-range electric sports car, unveiled at today's Geneva motor show. Infiniti has constructed a running prototype that produces 402bhp from its two electric motors.The main challenges will be the cost of the motors and the need to outsource the car’s carbonfibre body. Infiniti’s product planning boss,

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Aston Martin Vantage

Aston Martin has debuted a series of engineering updates and styling revamps for the 2012 Vantage range at the Geneva motor show.The new line-up will be priced from £84,995 for the entry-level V8 and will top out with the limited-edition V12 Zagato at just under £400,000.Described as the biggest range overhaul since 2008, the base 420bhp V8 Vantage gets a number of upgrades first seen on the

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Renault Zoe

The Renault Zoe electric supermini has been revealed in production trim at the Geneva motor show.At £13,650 OTR (after the government’s £5k ‘plug-in’ grant) the Zoe will be the cheapest EV on the market. It’s also got the best-quoted range, with a maximum of 130 miles (or 60 miles in cold weather in the city – Renault’s idea of the typical ‘worst case scenario’) from each charge, plus Quick

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2012 Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner

A sporting interpretation of the Bentley Mulsanne has been unveiled at the Geneva motor show today. The Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification features sports-tuned suspension and steering as well as a raft of bespoke design features that set it apart from other variants of Crewe’s flagship.The Mulliner Driving Specification is angled towards Bentley drivers who want a Mulsanne with

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Ssangyong XIV-2 Concept

SsangYong has showcased its new ‘convertible’ concept, named the SsangYong XIV-2, at the Geneva motor show.The SsangYong XIV-2 – which stands for eXciting User Interface Vehicle 2 – is a successor to the similar concept that was on display at the Frankfurt show late last year.XIV-2 is a crossover SUV-convertible and features a one-touch automatic opening soft-top, pram-style roof. It has been

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 BMW X6

The facelifted BMW X6 has been unveiled at the Geneva motor show today.Changes at the front of the revised car include relocated foglights, which now sit high up in the outer air inlets, a more pronounced kidney grille and the addition of optional adaptive LED headlamps; these come as standard on the new BMW X6M as do blue aluminium brake callipers. At the rear of the facelifted X6, new

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Rinspeed Dock+Go Concept

Swiss firm Rinspeed is addressing the range anxiety issue associated with electric city cars with its innovative new Rinspeed Dock+Go concept at today's Geneva motor show.The Smart Fortwo Electric Drive-based concept features a detachable trailer axle – which Rinspeed calls a ‘backpack on wheels’ – that can house a combustion engine or range extender, be packed with batteries or powered by

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Nissan Hi - Cross Concept

The Nissan Hi-Cross concept, which has made its debut at the Geneva motor show, explores the expansion of the marque's crossover line-up. The design could influence new variants of the Qashqai, X-Trail and Murano.Andy Palmer, Executive Vice President Nissan said: "We don't do concepts for the sake of it, so it's fairly clear this is a car showing how a vehicle above Qashqai could look. That

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Jaguar XF Sportbrake

The new Jaguar XF Sportbrake has been revealed at the Geneva motor show. Jaguar will launch the rear-drive XF Sportbrake with volume-selling diesel engines for UK sale starting in November.The Sportbrake is entirely new from the B-pillars back and is said to be just as torsionally stiff as the XF saloon, despite the tailgate opening. Jaguar’s distinctive and sometimes controversial black

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: Mini Clubvan Concept

The Mini Clubvan concept has been unveiled at the Geneva motor show, five years after the Mini Clubman went on sale. The Mini Clubvan concept is an extremely straightforward Clubman derivative. The Clubman’s side windows have been replaced with polycarbonate panels and the load bay has been moderately increased in size.It is described by BMW as a ‘compact lifestyle van for business and

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Dacia Lodgy

The new Dacia Lodgy MPV has been given its official world debut at the Geneva motor show today. Available as a five- or seven-seat MPV, the Lodgy MPV is the latest addition to the growing model range from the Renault-owned Romanian brand. The line-up already comprises the Duster crossover, Sandero and Sandero Stepway supermini and Logan saloon, seven-seat estate, van and pick-up.Few technical

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Lotus Exige S Roadster

The 145mph Lotus Exige S roadster is the fastest drop top the manufacturer has ever built. Launched at today's Geneva motor show, it is the first Exige model to be offered with a factory-fitted soft-top roof and shares the same 3.5-litre V6 engine as the new Exige S coupé.The unit produces 345bhp at 7000rpm and 295lb ft at 4500rpm, meaning the Exige S roadster — which weighs 1100kg — is

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Morgan Plus 8

After an absence of almost a decade, the Morgan Plus 8 has reappeared as a new and fully-fledged model at the Geneva motor show.Two versions of the new ‘classic’ Morgan are on display on Morgan’s Geneva stand: the production version, powered by BMW’s 4.8-litre normally aspirated V8, and an all-electric prototype christened ‘Plus-e’, built to gauge public reaction before a decision is made on

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Chevrolet Cruze SW

The Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon (SW) have been revealed at the Geneva motor show today.The SW body variant follows the saloon and hatchback version. At 4678mm, the Chevrolet Cruze SW is slightly longer than the hatchback (4510mm) and saloon (4597mm) models.Load space ranges from 500 litres up to the window line in the rear to nearly 1500 litres up to roof level with the rear seats folded

Geneva Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Opel/Vauxhall Mokka

Vauxhall will take on the Nissan Juke and Ford’s new Fiesta-based EcoSport when the Vauxhall Mokka soft-roader hits UK showrooms in November. It was unveiled today at the Geneva motor show. The Mokka was first seen in Detroit last month as the Buick Encore, and is the marque's answer to the Nissan Juke and Ford's new Fiesta-based EcoSport.The high-riding five-seater is 4280mm long and around