Geneva Motor Show
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Mercedes-Benz is in a process of reinventing its design language, going from the sharp edged and relatively boxy designs at present to a much more fluid form for its next-generation of cars. Last month Mercedes-Benz design chief Gordon Wagener revealed that the automaker was keen to raise the design credentials of its cars and to emphasize the point a "pure design concept” was unveiled in Detroit to preview the new look. Now, just weeks out from the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz has gone a step further and unveiled a brand new concept car called the F800 Style. Showcasing the...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Citroen DS3 RacingCitroen is unleashing a hot new version of its DS3 hatchback at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show--the limited edition 200 horsepower DS3 Racing. Developed by the French automaker’s racing division--the winning team behind five WRC manufacturer’s titles and six driver’s titles--the DS3...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: EYE Concept By IED And TeslaThe Istituto Europeo di Design of Turin designed the car.
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2010 Geneva auto show: Volkswagen CrossPoloOnly a couple of days ago Volkswagen took the covers off its new Polo GTI and today, just a couple of weeks out from the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the covers have come off from the new CrossPolo. The vehicle is essentially the compact Polo five-door hatchback with a raised ride height and a rugged...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Opel Flextreme GT-E ConceptThe 2010 Geneva Motor Show is approaching quickly, and Opel is getting ready with a new Voltec-based concept.
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Bufori Goes Super-Lux, Stays Weird With MKVIBufori's current La JOYA is one of the weirdest cars around.
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Jaguar is updating its XKR Coupe and Convertible for the 2011 model year, delivering a significantly raised maximum speed--up to 174 mph from 155 mph--and bold styling changes that create an evocative and unique supercharged Jaguar. The 2011 Jaguar XKR range will go on sale later in the year but the XKR Coupe will be making an appearing next month at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Along with the latest XKR, Jaguar will also be showcasing two new optional performance and styling packs--Speed Pack and Black Pack--that will be available for the 2011 XK and XKR as part of a new personalization...
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Valmet Eva EV debuting at 2010 Geneva auto showIndependent vehicle manufacturer Valmet will be showing off a new concept car previewing an all-electric hatchback at next month’s 2010 Geneva Motor Show, which the company eventually plans to produce. If the Valmet name sounds familiar that’s because it’s the Finnish company...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports ConvertibleThe pressure to show an interest in the ecological impact of driving is extending ever-upwards, so high that even Bentley is working on a new biofuel model. The new model is the convertible version of last year’s Continental Supersports, which will be making its world debut in just a few...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Bertone Alfa Romeo Pandion ConceptThe 2010 Geneva Motor Show will host a trio of boutique-designed Alfas.
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: U.S.-Bound Nissan Global Compact CarThe next global compact from Nissan--the next-gen Micra--will be coming to the U.S.
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: 5 By Peugeot HYbrid4 ConceptPeugeot is in the midst of a design transition, having recently appointed new design director Gilles Vidal and then previewing a new design language with the striking SR1 concept. Now the French automaker has revealed the equaling stunning 5 by Peugeot concept car, showcasing a possible design...
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The upcoming Geneva Motor Show will host the new look of the RAV4.
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Lotus Enlists Naomi Campbell For Special Edition Haiti EvoraIn response to the horrific natural disaster that has crippled the nation of Haiti, supermodel Naomi Campbell together with Lotus will be auctioning eight special edition "Naomi for Haiti" Lotus Evora sports cars, with the proceeds from the auction going directly to help those in need. Based on the...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Rinspeed UC? ConceptWith Aston Martin city cars, Ferrari hybrids, Porsche hybrids and Audi diesels dancing through its halls, it's no wonder the 2010 Geneva Motor Show attracts its share of off-message green machines. Perhaps no nameplate in the world is as off-message, in toto, as Rinspeed. In past years, the wacky...
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Citroen Previews DS High Rider Concept Ahead Of Geneva DebutMoving up in the automotive world is a difficult task, whether it's Acura trying to reach tier 1 luxury status or Hyundai-Kia seeking recognition as a globally competitive automaker. France's Citroen has faced its own difficulties in recent years, producing products that outstrip the brand's...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid Race CarThe news puts a new spin on Porsche's hybrid sports car plans.
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: 2011 Volkswagen TouaregThe Volkswagen Touareg has achieved only modest sales since its launch in 2003, mainly because of its lack of seven-seater capability and premium price tag compared with many of its Japanese rivals. The second-generation of the SUV, the all-new 2011 Volkswagen Touareg, has now been revealed ahead...
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The 2011 Audi A1 will debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show in March.
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2011 Volvo S60 PreviewThe 2010 Volvo S60 will make its official world debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.
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Chrysler And Lancia To Reveal Joint Product Plan In GenevaChrysler’s lineup, both in North America and Europe, is in for a major shakeup over the next couple of years now that the expanding Fiat Group and its demanding CEO Sergio Marchionne are pulling all the strings. We’ve already seen hints of some of the plans with the unveiling of the...
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2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S PreviewHot on the heels of the facelifted 911 Turbo comes the more extreme 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S, which will be making its world debut next month at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show before arriving in local showrooms in the second half of the year. Designed for the customer that seeks only the best in terms...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: 2011 Renault Megane CCRenault has lifted the lid off its second new convertible destined to star at next month’s 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Less than a week after previewing its compact Wind Coupe-Roadster, the French automaker has revealed its new Megane Coupe-Cabriolet and in the process rounded off the complete...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Subaru XV CrossoverSubaru is going gangbusters in 2010, and did in 2009 as well, so it's hard to question their methods. But the production model announced today for the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, a crossover based on the Impreza called the XV, makes us wonder if we're the ones taking crazy pills. The Forester and...
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