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It appears the new Mercedes Benz CL coupe wasn’t big enough for the guys over at Fab Design, because the tuner has just released a new wide body aerodynamic package for the mega-coupe. The kit... -
Scientists name Honda as the greenest car companyThe Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) has named Honda as the "Greenest Automaker" in the North American market, a title it has held now for four years straight. The UCS findings were based on the levels of carbon emissions of Honda’s fleet average, and the final figures found Honda to have...
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Serbia’s Zastava to build GM models under licenseFollowing a round of discussions between General Motors and Serbia’s Zastava Automobile, an agreement has been formed that could see the Serb carmaker building GM designed cars locally. The deal is still awaiting approval from the Serb government, but if given the go-ahead a new model known...
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Hyundai’s sporty Veloster coupe concept first lookNot to be outdone by Kia’s new KND-4 concept, Hyundai has also released a concept car at the Seoul Motor Show called the HND-3 Veloster. The sporty coupe is powered by a 2.0-liter engine mated to a five-speed gearbox. Despite the underwhelming specifications, the design is as futuristic as...
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2008 Subaru Tribeca previewSubaru will be introducing its redesigned Tribeca at this week’s 2007 New York auto show, with sales set to start by the middle of the year. Designers have dropped the current model’s wing-shaped grille in favor of a more conservative rectangular unit matched with square shaped...
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Ford unveiling three custom cars in New YorkFord will unveil three new show cars at next week’s New York Auto Show that it developed with the aid of several car customizers. The Blue Oval is using these vehicles as part of its attempt to capture some of the lucrative aftermarket segment, a marketing practice it calls...
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China’s Nanjing Auto has officially started production of MG cars at its hometown this week after purchasing the rights to the MG Rover brand almost two years ago. Nanjing is China’s... -
C-Type Coupe to be unveiled at retro auto showProteus Cars, a company made famous by its replicas of classic Jaguars, has been acquired by one of its rivals, Enduro Cars. Under the deal, the sale of any fully-built, factory-warranted cars will carry the Proteus name, while the sale of any separate mechanical components will fall under the...
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F1 simulations with BMW test-driver Sebastien VettelMost of us mere mortals will never get the chance to feel the acceleration of a Formula One car or experience the thrill of hitting a chicane at more than 200km/h. Some things were never meant to be, but companies like Australia’s Hyper Stimulator offer some solace with its lifelike...
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Baby Rolls-Royce expected to double annual outputThe CEO of Rolls-Royce Ian Robertson has told reporters at last week’s Geneva Motor Show that the introduction of a new entry-level model will likely double the prestige label’s annual output to roughly 1,600 cars. According to Automotive News, the smaller car is expected to enter the...
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Sleep detecting seats could be coming to a car near youJapanese researches have come up with a car seat that car detect when its occupant is about to fall asleep. The life-saving technology, which is still in prototype form, may eventually appear as mandatory equipment in vehicles, putting an end to accidents involving a driver that has fallen asleep...
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Saab building hybrids with GM techSaab is currently developing its first hybrid model based on technology gained from parent company General Motors. Speaking with Reuters at this week’s Geneva Motor Show, Saab’s Managing Director Jan Ake Jonsson told reporters that the decision will allow it to reduce development costs...
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After months of speculation and numerous spy images, we can finally reveal to you one of the most anticipated concept cars of the year, BMW’s all-new M3 Concept. Displayed during BMW’s... -
VW launches ultra-clean Touareg BlueTDIVolkswagen has used the Geneva Motor Show to premiere its ultra-clean BlueTDI diesel technology in the Touareg BlueTDI SUV. The vehicle features a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) cat-converter that reduces nitrogen dioxide (NOx) emissions by up to 90%, while still delivering a healthy 165kW...
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Citroën’s six wheel Cruise Crosser ConceptCitroën has joined forces with the Espera Sbarro design school to develop the Cruise Crosser all-terrain concept car. The vehicle has gone on display at the Geneva Motor Show, and is based on the new C-Crosser, the first-ever SUV from Citroën. It features three axles and six wheels to improve...
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Spyker C12 Zagato Unveiled In GenevaThe CEO’s of both Spyker Cars and the Zagato design house unveiled the new Spyker C12 Zagato in Geneva today, an exclusive new sports car that celebrates Spyker’s entry into the world of Formula One. Only 24 units are tipped for production with deliveries scheduled to start from March...
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Early look at VW's new budget modelVolkswagen is rumored to be developing a new entry-level model positioned below its small Fox hatch that's due for release by 2009. The vehicle will be aimed at emerging markets and is likely to be built in Russia, India or China. Buyers in these regions value low costs over style and accessories...
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Both VW & Renault-Nissan uninterested in ChryslerBoth Volkswagen AG and Renault-Nissan have come out with announcements citing their lack of interest over the potential sale of the struggling Chrysler. A spokesman for VW said that there “are no such considerations at the moment” regarding the sale of Chrysler and a similar statement...
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Chrysler is considering getting its new Chinese partner, Chery Automobile, to build a new Chrysler designed vehicle instead of manufacturing a car based on a Chery design. Back in December, Chrysler... -
GM developing low-cost global carGeneral Motors is currently developing an ultra low-cost family car designed for emerging markets, similar to Renault's Logan sedan that sells for less than $10,000. Automotive News reports that engineers are still in the proposal stage and according to some senior GM sources, the new car will be...
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Rolls Royce Phantom Grey Goose editionLuxury Vodka maker Grey Goose and Rolls Royce have teamed up to create two customized limited-edition Rolls-Royce Extended Wheelbase Phantoms to help promote social responsibility while drinking. The cars will be used at high-profile events and around the town, where trained chauffeurs will educate...
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Maserati plans 12,000 sales for 2011 with new modelsFiat advisor Sergio Marchionne has made the bold objective that the Italian carmaker's subsidiary Maserati will deliver up to 12,000 units in 2011. Last year, it experienced a 3% rise in sales totaling 5,724 units sold worldwide. According to Automotive News, the company now hopes to more than...
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Two Toyota hybrid concepts for GenevaToyota will unveil two hybrid concepts at next month’s Geneva Motor Show, the next step in its ambitious plan to have a full range of hybrid vehicles. The first of these vehicles will be the Hybrid X, a concept car that proposes a new design language for hybrid models while also acting as a...
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Toyota launches 2008 Highlander and HybridToyota unveiled the all-new next-generation Highlander and Highlander Hybrid mid-size SUV at the Chicago Auto Show today. A car that’s significantly larger, roomier and more powerful than the vehicle it replaces, yet fuel consumption will remain much the same. Toyota is heavily promoting the...
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