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Though an updated version of the current BMW 5-series is due next year, an all new model is expected to arrive by 2009. The first test-mules have started to appear, this time caught by spy... -
Ford's Steve McQueen adsAfter years of being bombarded with silly, inane, over hyped and Dr. Z-filled car advertisements, you’ll excuse us if we’re more than a little cynical about the ads made today. Still, this cool Ford Puma ad from a few years back put a smile on our faces. After the jump there’s...
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Chrysler to introduce dual clutch gearboxes by 2009Chrysler is spending big on its plan to introduce a new dual clutch gearbox into its vehicles by 2009. The technology offers smoother and quicker gear changes, improved fuel economy and of course, ease of use, so it comes as no surprise that the company is planning to introduce the dual clutch...
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BMW 1-Series destined for USBMW’s new CEO, Norbert Reithofer, has confirmed that the compact 1-Series will be sold in the United States, but not in its current form. Unlike Europe, where premium hatches are particularly popular, the U.S. version will likely follow its larger 3-Series sibling with the introduction of...
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No retro designs for LamborghiniLamborghini boss Stephan Winkelmann has laid down the claim that any new models from the supercar maker won’t be following any retro cues. Even though the company’s most recent Miura concept that was displayed back in January was based on a car released 40 years ago, any new Lambo...
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Maybach considering new smaller vehicleNow that Maybach has established itself in the luxury limousine market, the company is ready to launch even more models to expand its sales. Hot on the heels of news about Rolls-Royce releasing a new small vehicle, DaimlerChrysler’s Dr Z suggested that there was room for a new vehicle from DC...
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Lamborghini’s Gallardo in both coupe and Spyder forms is the Italian supercar manufacturer’s most successful model to date. Thus, for its 2007 model-year update Lamborghini was never... -
Gumball 3000 2006 Episode 6
Here is episode 6 of Europe's Extreme TV Gumball series featuring all the madness, fury and comedy that Gumball is known for. Click below for the older episodes. Episode 1 Episode 2 Episode 3 Episode 4 Episode 5
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Aston Martin and Prodrive create world's most exclusive rally carAston Martin’s racing division in a partnership with UK’s Prodrive has created the Rally GT, a vehicle labelled by its developers as the "world's most exclusive rally car." Already, the Rally GT has competed in three French Rally Championship events as part of its development program...
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Audi Q6 Sport Activity Coupe RenderedAudi may add another Q-car to its ranks with a possible Q6 Sport Activity Coupe. Pegged to go head-to-head with the rumoured BMW X6 and Mercedes-Benz GLK from Audi’s German competitors, this new soft-roader would create a new niche for sporty off-roaders with coupe-like styling—a cross...
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Paris: Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 EditionMercedes-Benz displayed the SLR McLaren 722 edition supercar on its stand at the 2006 Paris Auto Show, and a warning for potential customers–MB will only build 150 of them. Developed with the aid of supercar legend Gordon Murray, the SLR McLaren 722 comes with a supercharged 5.5-liter V-8...
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Paris: Toyota AurisToyota’s Auris concept, which is basically a pre-production model of the next generation Corolla, will offer a new level of space and comfort in the small car segment. Adopting Toyota’s new Vibrant Clarity design theme, the Auris has a more upmarket feel than many of its rivals. The car...
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Suzuki has displayed its funky Splash concept that will form the basis for an all new model. Sharing a platform with the new Swift, the Splash will measure only 3.8m in length but will be able to... -
New Evo X concept earmarked for Detroit ShowWith all the excitement going on in Paris we have some news concerning next year’s Detroit Motor Show. Mitsubishi motors will wait for the Detroit show to display a new prototype version of the Evolution X. This new model will be a near production concept of the forthcoming Evo, unlike the...
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Paris: SEAT Leon CupraSeat showed off the Leon Cupra with 240 HP for the first time the public. It’s the highest performance car produced by the Spanish company and comes with a 177 kW/240 HP 2.0 TFSI engine, which gives it a max speed of 247 km/h and a 0-100km/h time of just 6.4s. In terms of the bodykit, the...
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Updated: Sharif Sells Koenigsegg CCX After Spinning It OnceYou may remember our earlier story about a man driving his brand new Koenigsegg for the first time and spinning out into a ditch. Well, it seems that Norwegian millionaire Tommy Sharif was so furious about the incident he’s decided to sell the car after owning it for only two weeks. Sharif...
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Carlsson turns the CL600 into the CK60After just posting details on the Brabus tuned CL600, we now have info on another modified CL. Famous Mercedes tuner, Carlsson, has enhanced the Mercedes Benz CL coupe by modifying the engine for better drivability and has tweaked the interior for even more comfort. The 5.5L V12 now produces 600hp...
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Ford Rejects Rumors Of Jaguar, Volvo Or Land Rover SaleFord has rejected claims that the company plans to sell off more of its Premier Automotive Group (PAG). Only the Aston Martin brand is up for sale, meaning the others for the moment are safe. However, Ford Motor Company [NYSE:F] is still exploring its options. Aston Martin was the star of the PAG...
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The LA Auto Show Design Challenge is on again, this time getting designers to transform the future of driving into an environmental experience. The initial challenge comes from Mercedes Benz of North... -
Spy Shots: 2007 BMW 6-series faceliftFor the 2007 model year BMW has decided to spruce up the 6-series coupe with a minor facelift. This spy image of a test mule caught at Germany’s Nürburgring shows that the new version remains similar to the current model. The major change is a restyled front bumper with the integrated fog...
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From hippie to high-techVolkswagen’s American division has created a new concept vehicle with the help of its Electronics Research Laboratory (ERL) facility in Palo Alto, California. The new concept is based on a 1964 Deluxe Microbus that’s been decked out with the latest electronic gear and labelled the...
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25 years of the airbagIn 1971 Mercedes Benz patented the airbag, a system it had been developing for over five years. Mercedes has started development at the behest of the authorities that demanded a better safety system than just the seat belt. One of the reasons Mercedes decided to develop the airbag was that it would...
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The ultimate sleeperWe normally don’t cover hand modified cars on Motor Authority but this 1972 Chevy Nova simply amazes us. It fits the definition of a sleeper perfectly. Not many enthusiasts could spend thousands of dollars on modifying the internals of a car only to leave the exterior untouched. From the...
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Proton: We Won’t Sell LotusDespite the recent news that Lotus will delay models and may be in financial trouble, its Malaysian owner Proton has said it won’t sell the British sports car manufacturer. Syed Tahir, Proton group managing director, has stated, 'We will make sure that Lotus will work and we must ensure Lotus...
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