Beijing Auto Show
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About a month ago we heard the BMW was planning a new concept for the 2014 Beijing Auto Show that envisions a potential 9-Series flagship. Now the German automaker has confirmed that it will present a forward-looking concept at the Chinese show that demonstrates its perception of luxury. As a taste of what’s to come, BMW says the concept will portray exclusivity and innovation. It will do this by featuring “outstanding” exterior and interior design quality, select materials and seamlessly integrated controls. The automaker also says the concept will provide a driving...
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Lincoln Launches In ChinaIt may be a little late to the party, but Lincoln has finally launched in China, the world’s biggest market for new cars. Lincoln first announced its intention to launch in China in late 2012 and since then has been negotiating with potential dealers and developing a new ownership experience...
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2015 Volkswagen Touareg Set For 2014 Beijing Auto Show DebutVolkswagen’s second generation Touareg has enjoyed moderate sales since its launch in 2011, despite the vehicle’s lack of updates over the years apart from the addition of sporty R-Line trim. To reignite excitement in its mid-size SUV, VW will introduce an updated version for the 2015...
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Citroën’s Luxury Brand DS Confirms 6WR SUV For Beijing Auto ShowA few years ago French automaker Citroën revived its DS nameplate for a new sub-brand catering to premium customers. Cars sold under the DS brand featured unique styling and amenities, although they were still closely related to regular models from Citroën lineup. More recently, however...
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2015 Lexus NX compact crossover revealedLexus’s first compact crossover, the 2015 NX, has finally been revealed. First previewed in concept form a year ago, the production version of the NX will make its debut on the world stage at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show next week before sailing into showrooms in the fall. Key rivals for the NX...
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Bugatti Rolls Out Fifth Legend Veyron Ahead Of Beijing Auto ShowThe penultimate edition in a series of six special edition Bugatti Veyrons honoring the most important people and cars that have shaped Bugatti’s history has been revealed ahead of a scheduled debut at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show on April 20. Part of the Les Légendes de Bugatti (Bugatti...
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French automaker Peugeot has taken the covers off a stunning four-door coupe concept that it plans to present at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show on April 20. Called the Exalt, the concept takes the aggressive look first showcased on Peugeot’s Onyx supercar concept in 2012 and applies it to a vehicle more likely to enter production. First seen on Onyx, the distinct line in the Exalt’s side separates a bare metal front from a textured material that Peugeot says was inspired by the skin of a shark. Inside, sound deadening material ensures a quiet and peaceful ambience, and this is...
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Mercedes Concept Coupe SUV Previews Automaker’s BMW X6 RivalMercedes-Benz has given us our first look at a new crossover with coupe-like styling that it plans to launch in 2015 as a rival to the BMW X6. That first look comes via a new concept, which will make its world debut at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show on April 20. The concept’s profile looks very...
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Bentley Previews Hybrid Tech In Mulsanne, Confirms It For New SUVBentley has hinted at the launch of a hybrid for the past couple of years and confirmed at the reveal of its EXP 9 F in 2012 that an electrified option was being considered for the SUV concept’s eventual production version. Now the British automaker has previewed its hybrid system in a...
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Audi Announces A6 Plug-In Hybrid For Chinese MarketAudi is committed to launching plug-in hybrid versions of its mainstream models such as the A3, A4, A6 and Q7. A plug-in hybrid A3, the A3 Sportback e-tron, has already been revealed and is due in local showrooms early next year. Now, Audi has confirmed the launch of its second plug-in hybrid...
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Honda To Debut Two Sedan Concepts At 2014 Beijing Auto ShowHonda has released a sketch of a new concept car it will present at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show on April 20. The concept previews a compact sedan Honda will launch in China in the coming years and features themes developed using principles from the automaker’s ‘Exciting H...
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BMW Bringing 7-Series Horse Edition To 2014 Beijing Auto ShowOn the Chinese calendar, 2014 marks the arrival of the year of the horse, and to celebrate BMW has built a limited edition 7-Series that it will present for the first time at next week’s Beijing Auto Show. Called the 7-Series Horse Edition, the latest special edition is based on the...
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Infiniti is finally serious about launching a proper performance product, and our first taste of what’s to come is the Q50 Eau Rouge concept. At the concept’s reveal at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show in January, Infiniti boss Johan de Nysschen said that any production version must have the performance to back up the awesome looks, and then at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show last month we learned that the engine in the concept was none other than the twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V-6 of the Nissan GT-R, delivering a more-than-adequate 560 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque. MUST SEE...
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Citroën Reveals DS 5LS R Sport Sedan ConceptSeveral years ago, Citroën revived its legendary DS nameplate for a handful of premium models to be sold alongside the French automaker’s regular lineup. More recently, however, Citroën has moved to establish the DS name as a standalone luxury brand exclusively targeting the Chinese...
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BMW To Present 9-Series Concept At Beijing Auto Show: ReportWhile Mercedes-Benz offers a handful of models positioned above its signature S-Class sedan, BMW doesn’t have a response for any of these, unless you count the unconventional, eco-focused i8. That means if you want the biggest and baddest BMW you’re going to have to opt for a 7-Series...
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Saleen taking S7 supercar to Beijing auto show, will offer it for saleIf you ever wanted to get your hands on a brand new Saleen S7, you’ll have your chance at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show next month. Yes, Saleen has confirmed it will be taking one of the all-American supercars to the show to help spearhead its launch in the Chinese market, and will be offering...
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2015 Lexus NX Confirmed For 2014 Beijing Auto ShowLexus is working on a new compact crossover to rival the likes of the Audi Q3 and BMW X1 as well as the upcoming Lincoln MKC and Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class. To be called the NX, the vehicle was previewed in concept form at auto shows in Frankfurt and Tokyo last year, and now Lexus has confirmed that...
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VW Prepping Golf R Evo For Beijing Auto Show: ReportIf you thought the latest 2015 Golf R was going to be the most extreme version of the seventh-generation Golf, then you might just be wrong. According to the latest reports, a more hardcore Golf R Evo is in the works and is set to be previewed in concept form at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show in April...
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While Saab is no longer building cars, its technology will live on for years to come in a handful of models from China’s Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co. (BAIC). BAIC bought the rights to several Saab technologies back in 2009, including the use of the previous-generation Saab 9-3 and 9-5 platforms, from then owner GM. Two of the new models from BAIC riding on old Saab tech are the C70G and C60F sedans. Both of them were revealed for the first time at last month’s 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The C70G, which is based on Saab 9-5 running-gear, has just entered production and...
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2012 Seat Ibiza Cupra Concept: Forbidden FruitVolkswagen’s Spanish unit Seat has rolled out a hot little hatch concept at this week’s 2012 Beijing Auto Show, which despite being labeled concept is actually a preview of a planned facelift for one of the automaker’s most popular models. That model is the sporty 2012 Seat Ibiza...
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Infiniti Debuts Long Wheelbase M35hLAre you an environmentally aware captain of industry? Is it awkward being chauffeured to Greenpeace meetings in a Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase? Fear not, because we have good news for you: Infiniti is building an extended-length version of its M35h hybrid luxury sedan. Dubbed the M35hL...
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Lotus Evora GTE China Limited Edition Debuts In BeijingEmphasizing the importance of the Chinese market to its future success, British sports car manufacturer Lotus unveiled a new model custom-made for China at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show this week. The custom-made model is based on the Evora GTE sports car but gets some unique features plus a limited...
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Bentley Honors The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee With Special MulsanneOnly 60 of the Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee Editions will be built.
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Daimler’s Denza Shows New Energy Vehicle Concept In BeijingAfter recently announcing the establishment of the Denza brand for the Chinese market, German auto giant Daimler, together with its Chinese partner BYD, has now unveiled the Denza New Energy Vehicle (NEV) concept at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The Denza brand is a 50:50 joint venture between...
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