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Suzuki has unveiled a new shooting-break concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show, which the carmaker claims will lead to a new D-segment model set to enter production in 2010. The concept is called the Kizashi and if it ever makes it to showrooms it will be Suzuki’s first attempt at developing a...

The Frankfurt Motor Show certainly lived up to its reputation of being one of the biggest shows of the year and as day two ramps up, check out our gallery of some of the highlights already showcased. Some of the more interesting photos include real-life shots of Jaguar’s new XF, the all new...

India has now signed a commitment to build a grand prix circuit in Delhi. Reports in the country said the deal was signed by promoter Suresh Kalmadi, of the Indian Olympic Association, and F1 chief executive Bernie Ecclestone, in London on Monday. The agreement is conditional only on the payment of...

German tuner and motorsports company Alpina used the Frankfurt Motor Show to take the wraps off its latest marvel, the BMW Alpina B6 S V8 coupe and convertible. Distinguishing the cars from the regular 6-series range is a new vented carbon-bonnet, chin spoiler and a rear bumper with an integrated...

In its quest to overtake its main rival Toyota, especially in the lucrative US market, Volkswagen is considering developing new pickup truck models to expand its range. In addition to the new utilities, officials are also planning to develop a “family of small vehicles,” as revealed by...

Toyota says the risk of a lithium power source bursting into flames under stress is not worth the reward. Daimler and BMW, meanwhile, have joined forces to produce a new hybrid powertrain in an effort to prove Toyota wrong. Built to replace the Two Mode hybrid powertrain developed in conjunction...

Nissan plans to debut two new concept cars at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show, the new Stealth Bomber look-alike Mixim Concept and the aptly named Micra Color + Concept. Also gracing the stands will be a heavily revised version of the current Micra minicar. The new Mixim is a compact vehicle that...

This year has seen Toyota become one of the "big three" in total sales in the U.S., claiming the number two spot ahead of Ford and Chrysler. Volkswagen has, in turn, set its sights on the leading Japanese automaker, seeking to challenge Toyota on a global scale. VW will certainly have to fight for...

Following the debut of the Volkswagen up! concept earlier today, Toyota has revealed its own minicar rival with the unveiling of the new iQ. Toyota’s new concept is significantly smaller than the up!, measuring just 2,980mm in length, but still has room for four with occupants sitting in a...

Built on the sporty VW Polo GTI as a base, the new Polo cabrio concept brings new life to the compact and usually staid car. The car will be developed by Wilhelm Karmann GmbH, producer of 16 different roof systems, including those of the Pontiac G6 convertible, Renault Megane CC, and VW New Beetle...

The luxury labels are finally catching on to the hybrid bug with Mercedes-Benz the latest to announce plans to introduce new hybrid variants of its ML450 SUV and high-end S-Class saloon. Earlier today, BMW revealed its hybrid ambitions with the unveiling of the new X6 Active Hybrid and now Mercedes...

Like something straight out of a James Bond flick, Aston Martin is offering a limited edition Jaeger LeCoultre wristwatch for its new DBS that can be used to unlock the car and fire it up. Available only to buyers of the 510hp flagship, the new watch carries a price tag of €25,000. Remember...

Unlike most of the concepts being unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show today, Honda’s new Accord Tourer Concept actually gives us a glimpse of what to expect for a new production model. The face of the new Accord Tourer will be shared with the next-generation Accord Euro/TSX, due to hit the...

Kia has taken the covers off its new Kee Sports Coupe Concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show today, revealing a dynamic coupe characterized by a broad stance and low profile. The new concept was designed and constructed in Europe under the guidance of Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer, formerly of...

Mercedes’ major new concept car for the Frankfurt Motor Show is the new F700 design study, a luxurious touring sedan showcasing a raft of new technologies that will eventually make its way to the carmaker’s production models. The most exciting feature is the new DiesOtto powerplant, a...

BMW has finally taken the wraps off its long-awaited X6 crossover, a new model described by Chief designer Chris Bangle as a coupe with off-road capabilities. Though BMW is calling its new show car a concept, an almost identical version of the car will hit the market early next year. The car...

Saab will be using the backdrop of this week’s Frankfurt Motor Show to debut the new 9-3 Turbo X, which also coincides with the 30th anniversary of the launch of its first turbocharged model, the 99 Turbo. The car will be differentiated from the regular 9-3 stable thanks to unique aero parts...

Ford's Kuga crossover bears the face of what's to come from behind the blue oval's doors, but few cars exemplify the make's present design philosophy as well as the Focus. The newly redesigned Focus will be unveiled at today's Frankfurt Motor Show, facelifted to mesh well with its bigger brother...

Lamborghini’s new jetfighter-inspired supercar has finally broken cover and we can now reveal that the €1 million supercar will be called the ‘Reventón.’ The car will be manufactured in a limited run of just 20 copies and is powered by a 650hp 6.5L V12 engine. Peak...

Volkswagen looks to be returning to its roots with the recently unmasked up! concept. A rear-engined, three-door, four-seat city car, the up! evokes many of the key design elements and emotions of the original Beetle. A unique feature of the concept is the collapsible/removable seating. Every seat...