Frankfurt Auto Show
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It’s not set for an official world debut until September’s 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show but the convertible version of the latest Mercedes-Benz gullwing supercar, the brand new 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster, has been revealed in full for the first time. The car has been one of the worst kept secrets of the year, perhaps purposely so, as we’ve not only seen barely disguised prototypes but also leaked patent drawings and even a Super Bowl ad appearance. However, there are still plenty of details that we can finally confirm today. Like its gullwing coupe sibling, the SLS AMG...
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2012 MINI Coupe Spy ShotsEarlier this week we brought you some of the first spy shots of the 2012 MINI Coupe JCW, and now we have the model it's based on: the standard Coupe. Even the Coupe spied here bears the inlet on the hood marking a turbocharged engine, however, potentially leaving the door open that this is the...
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2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster Previewed Ahead Of Frankfurt DebutThe 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster has been of the worst kept secrets of the year, perhaps purposely so, as we’ve not only seen barely disguised prototypes but also leaked patent drawings and even a Super Bowl ad appearance. Now Mercedes-Benz has released some preview shots of the...
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Mazda CX-5 Confirmed As Production Version Of Minagi ConceptSince its debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show back in March, Mazda has been hinting at production of its attractive Minagi compact crossover concept. And today, just a couple of days out from the Minagi's North American debut at the 2011 New York Auto Show, Mazda has confirmed that the production...
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Audi Teases New R8 GT SpyderAudi’s lighter and more track-focused R8 GT supercar recently went on sale and if you’ve just ordered one, you may not be too pleased to hear that Audi is set to launch a convertible R8 GT Spyder in the not too distant future. Previewed here today in these official sketches, the new R8...
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Maserati Planning New Models, Quattroporte Successor For Frankfurt?One of the Fiat Group's least-discussed (and smallest) brands, Maserati, is shooting for the moon--relatively. Seeking to triple annual sales to about 20,000 vehicles, the brand could be planning two new models. A replacement for the Quattroporte sedan is reported to be in the pipeline as well, due...
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During a recent interview the boss of AMG, Ola Kaellenius, revealed a few details about the brand’s upcoming models including its most important launch of next year, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster. Speaking with Germany’s Auto Motor und Sport, Kaellenius revealed that the Roadster version of the SLS AMG would make its world debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, which takes place next September. He also confirmed that the AMG version of the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK would make its debut next year, complete with fuel saving cylinder deactivation for its 5.5-liter V-8...
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2010 BMW ActiveHybrid X6 PreviewThe BMW X6 ActiveHybrid promises serious performance in a relatively efficient package.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG: First DriveThe 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG will come packing a 6.2-liter V-8 with 571 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque.
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Bugatti Galibier 16C concept makes debutThis year is an important one for Bugatti. Not only does 2009 represent the centenary of the legendary marque but it also now marks the unveiling of a super sedan that may constitute the future plans of the company. One hundred years to the month since the company was founded by Ettore Bugatti, we...
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Porsche Announces Research Into Electric Sports CarThe announcement may be little more than bluster, however, aimed at meeting political burdens more than technological challenges.
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2011 BMW X1 Makes Public DebutThe 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show is the first public showing of the production 2011 BMW X1.
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One of the most over-the-top concepts in Frankfurt from eye-level.
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2009 Frankfurt Auto Show: Motor Authority ReportsAston Rapide, Ferrari 458 Italia, BMW 5-Series GT and Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG get ready for their big day and for one big, hot Messe.
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2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost PreviewCustomer deliveries of the 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will start in the U.S. in the second quarter of next year.
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2011 Bentley Mulsanne PreviewFor the first time in, oh, 75 years, Bentley unveils an all-new car--and Rolls-Royce is concerned.
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Live Photos: 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGThe 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG supercar is the company's newest.
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Electric Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coming In 2013Mercedes has confirmed today that the SLS AMG with electric drive will go on sale in 2013.
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Audi’s electric R8 has been revealed and its name is E-Tron. Set to go head-to-head with similar ecological concepts from closest rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the new e-Tron will have its work cut out for it at this week’s 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show and on initial inspection it looks like it has what it takes. In the past couple of weeks Audi has teased us with a special website and some trailer videos all featuring a central theme of electrical power and now we can clearly see why. Four motors--two each at the front and rear axles--drive the wheels, making the concept car a true...
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Mercedes-Benz Unveils E63 AMG EstateLike the E63 AMG Sedan, the new Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Estate features a 525 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque V-8.
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2010 Aston Martin Rapide Debuts At Frankfurt Auto ShowFirst deliveries of the 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will commence early next year and will be available globally through Aston Martin’s 125 strong dealership network
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2009 MINI Roadster Concept Revealed at Frankfurt Auto ShowLike the Coupe, the 2009 MINI Roadster Concept is essentially production-ready, and already a candidate for construction in England.
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2011 Audi R8 Spyder PreviewAudi currently sells two versions of its R8 supercar, the original 4.2-liter V-8 model and the recently revealed 5.2-liter V-10 version, but there are two more versions in the works--one of which has been revealed today ahead of its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt auto show. The two new versions...
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Sporty R-Design C30 Joins 2010 Volvo LineupChassis and steering improvements have been the main focus of attention for Volvo’s engineers for the 2010 C30 R-Design.
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