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Russian carmaker GAZ Group has unveiled its new Siber mid-sized sedan at the Interauto Show in Moscow. The new car is based on a Chrysler platform that GAZ acquired the rights to back in April. The rest of the car’s engineering was developed with the help of another firm, British UltraMotive...

They nearly came to blows when their careers crossed paths in formula one, but Juan Pablo Montoya and Jacques Villeneuve could soon be friends. In the drivers' briefing before the Canadian grand prix in 2001, the pair had to be physically separated after arguing about one another's driving style...

Lamborghini could have a successor to the original LM002 if the prototype in these latest spy shots turns out to be the latest test-mule from the Italian supercar manufacturer. Although the prototype is dressed in the sheetmetal of a Porsche Cayenne, the widened fenders and lowered front-end...

There have been numerous reports pertaining to the possibility of BMW building a new model positioned below the 1-series hatch that’ll share its underpinnings with the current Mini. Not only would the car be the first FWD BMW, it would also be cheapest as it’s rumored to cost less than...

Following our world-first reveal of Audi’s all-important new A4 yesterday, we can now bring you a full image gallery of this stunning sedan. Sharing many of the same concept cues of its A5 coupe sibling, the A4 nonetheless marks its individuality with its short overhangs and great side...

British audio company Bowers & Wilkins (B&W), reputed for their high end loudspeakers, has designed its first premium car sound system to debut on Jaguar’s new XF. This system, which was developed alongside the XF concept, makes up of 14 specially designed speakers, and makes use of advanced...

In its latest round of testing, Europe’s Euro NCAP testing body crash tested four newly launched models with all of them showing excellent results. The cars included the Fiat 500 and Renault Twingo superminis as well as the Kia Cee'd and new Peugeot 308 hatches. The stylish 500 mini managed a...

Following the reveal of the new Audi A4 yesterday comes this latest video showcasing the new car from every angle. In the clip we get a chance to see the new LED detailing used on the headlights and side mirrors in action, plus close-ups of the all new interior. Click here to read up on the full...

Renault-Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn has revealed that he has no interest in acquiring the Volvo unit from Ford, despite having wishes to form an alliance with an additional carmaker. Though he commented that he’d never completely rule out the possibility, he said that at this time he'd rather...

Mitsubishi has released the first images of its new Concept cX, a new AWD concept car that it’s planning to unveil at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. Part of its new ‘Environment Initiative Program 2010,’ the Concept cX will showcase the carmaker’s latest Euro 5-compliant...

Earlier this month, reports emerged outlining details about a new high-end sports car from Mercedes-Benz that would likely be the spiritual successor to the classic 300 SL gullwing. The car will be developed by Mercedes engineers but there will be many influences from the AMG performance division...

Despite the number of accidents occurring because a driver nodded off behind the wheel, carmakers are yet to install systems that could detect tiredness or other distractions. There are several aftermarket safety kits available but now Volvo has launched what it claims to be the world’s first...

BMW is currently developing two new models based on its 3 and 5-series sedans, which will be taking the luxury brand into new territory. The new models are best described as MPV-wagons, but unlike the current Touring models the new cars will feature a taller ride-height and high roof to maximize...

Opel has unveiled the new Astra OPC Nürburgring Edition, a unique version of the three-door Astra that emphasizes the brand’s history at the famous German circuit. Opel’s production cars are extensively tested during their development stage on the ‘Ring, and back in 2005...

While the Mini may be a sales success in nearly every way measurable, it’s causing major problems for BMW. The problem is that it’s still too expensive to produce, even though the MkII model was supposed to decrease costs. According to a report from the German Manager magazine, BMW...

Maserati is planning to unveil a new version of its Quattroporte saloon at next month’s Frankfurt Motor Show, with the new car carrying the title ‘Sport GT S.’ Based on the current Sport GT, the new ‘S’ nomenclature sees the car receive a host of upgrades including the...

Mercedes’ latest SLK 55 AMG Black Series has officially gone on sale, complete with a new 400hp (298kW) version of the 5.4L V8 and a 45kg lighter kerb weight. The increased performance figures see the car accelerate from 0-62mph in 4.5 seconds and its unrestricted top speed increase to...

Two major creditors for Dutch automaker Spyker have requested that the company and its Formula One racing team be declared bankrupt, and are currently seeking legal action to retrieve money they claim they are owed. The creditors include a Zürich insurance company and a private individual, who...

At its recent TechDay 2007 seminar in Germany, Audi talked up a new system under development that’ll analyze driver behavior and give fuel saving driving tips to help curb fuel consumption. Some of the initiatives include plans for a satnav system that records “consumption-relevant...

Jaguar design boss Ian Callum confirmed today that future Jaguars won't sport the wording of the actual Jaguar name on its cars. Instead, the cars will simply feature the carmaker’s iconic ‘leaper’ cat. The latest XF Jag still keeps the Jaguar label but also gains a flattened...