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The sixth generation of the iconic Mercedes-Benz SL is being launched in May 2012 (2013 SL550 - 429 hp, 516 lb-ft, MSRP: $105,500) with an all-new lightweight aluminum unit body, new levels of driving refinement, even more useful technology and a redesigned version of its well-known ...

Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea's largest car manufacturer, has staged the world premiere of the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe at the 2012 New York International Auto Show, held at the New York Jacob Javits Convention Center.Hyundai Santa FeIn its latest form, the popular D-segment SUV is ...

Evolving into the largest homecoming of modern Dodge rear-wheel-drive performance cars, the seventh annual Spring Festival of LXs marked the perfect opportunity to reveal the new 2012 Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline. With its powerful and efficient 305 horsepower engine, paddle-shifting ...

Quite a lot of people have to be extra careful with their finances these days as the economic climate isn’t exactly great. But that doesn’t mean expenses have to be minimised entirely, far from it. Shopping smart is the key to getting what you want, and in terms of motoring, there’s no ...

The trailblazing Audi A3 hatchback credited with filtering the premium feel-good factor through to the compact class is about to raise the stakes yet again as the all-new A3 debuts in Geneva with an evolutionary new look and revolutionary leaps in quality, technological sophistication and ...

BMW is set to add another variant of the Coupe and Convertible to the BMW 6 Series line-up with the arrival of the BMW 640d xDrive Coupe and Convertible in spring 2012. Intelligent all-wheel drive – making its debut in the BMW 6 Series – teams up with a six-cylinder in-line diesel engine ...

While many individuals take it for granted, driving is actually exciting and quite liberating. For young motorists, there’s nothing better to look forward to than finally getting out on the road in their own cars, however, with the prices of brand new autos rising all the time, many could be ...

Stand-out-from-the-crowd style can also be amazingly practical – and practicality can be surprisingly attractive. The MINI Clubvan Concept paves the way for an innovative vehicle concept without parallel in the premium small car segment. The MINI Clubman-based concept car, scheduled for its ...

The Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 convertible 2013 marks the 20th anniversary of the manufacturer’s Special Convertible Team (SVT) and it is built to make an impression. The 1993 variant of the Shelby featured a 5.0l V8 engine capable of delivering 235hp, while the new one produces 650hp in the ...

Fiat presents the first official images of the Fiat 500L, the new model which will have its world preview at the International Geneva Motor Show on 6 March this year. 500L - the L stands for 'Large' - is the new addition to the 500 range, which, following the Abarth and Cabrio versions, ...

New Chevrolet Aveo combines dynamic handling, fresh design and spacious comfort. Combining sleek looks, sporty handling, key safety features, fuel economy and versatility, the new Aveo is a small car that makes no compromises. Designed to expand on the success of the first-generation model, ...

At the Geneva International Motor Show today, Hyundai Motor Co. and GE Plastics presented QarmaQ, a first in the Crossover Coupe segment. QarmaQ is Hyundai's Advanced Technology Demonstration Vehicle (ATDV) that showcases over 30 different environmentally progressive technologies led by the ...

For 2012, the Nissan 370Z Roadster once again offers the classic open-top sports car motoring experience – with its legendary Z-exclusive balance of dynamic performance, sculptured styling, innovative technology and exceptional value. For the new model year the Z Roadster is available in a ...

Audi is crowning its successful A1 model series with an exclusive top-of-the-line model. The dynamic A1 quattro, limited to just 333 units, moves to the head of the compact class. Its two-liter, turbocharged engine produces 188 kW (256 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) of torque, which is ...

The anticipation is over: Toyota’s new GT 86 sports car makes its world debut at the Tokyo motor show on November 30. The compact 2+2 model, one of the most keenly awaited new cars of the coming year, will go on sale in the UK in June 2012.Toyota GT 86The Toyota GT 86 has been conceived as ...

At Volkswagen, the letter “R” promises top-notch performance, a claim validated by the 266-hp Golf R and the 261-hp Scirocco R. In a world debut at the IAA in Frankfurt, Volkswagen is now showing a third variation of this sporty theme: the Beetle R Concept, based on the 21st Century Beetle. ...

The Audi A3 and A3 Sportback are the sporty models in their segment. The upscale equipment and trim underscores their elegant style. Audi optionally equips its two premium compact models with highly developed technologies such as the S tronic dual-clutch transmission, the Audi magnetic ride ...

The VolvoCar Corporation now takes the next bold step in the evolution of the company's upcoming large luxury sedan. The Concept You, revealed at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, combines a sleek coupe-like exterior with a luxurious high-tech interior that keeps the driver in command via ...

Ford today unveiled a bold new 2012-specification Formula Ford car to visitors at the Frankfurt Motor Show. It's the formula that has been an essential step in the professional racing driver’s career for more than 40 years and this all-new car for next season will have talented young drivers ...

Volkswagen has written automotive history with compact cars. Now, the most successful German carmaker is presenting – on the occasion of the IAA in Frankfurt am Main (September 15 - 25) – the world premiere of a new small car: the up!. A four-seat city specialist with charisma and great ...

Buick this evening reveals the production version of the 2012 Buick Regal GS, an even sportier expression of the Regal sport sedan that went on sale earlier this year and has attracted new buyers to the Buick family. Powered by a high-output, exclusive Ecotec 2.0L turbocharged engine mated ...

Making its debut at the 2011 Chicago Auto show, Acura's newly refined TL delivers fresh looks, improved performance and upgraded technology. Most apparent are the visual changes that incorporate new front and rear styling, but also present is a new Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic ...

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis is detailed by exterior design transformations, new direct injection technology for its Lambda V6 engine, new eight-speed automatic transmission, and a nice chassis tuning. In addition, a new 5.0-liter direct injection V8 engine is now available exclusively with the ...

The Ducati Monster 1100EVO further enhances the Monster family’s defining concepts of functionality, style andsport with a full evolution of the flagship model. the Ducati Monster 1100EVO proudly rolls out with a new exhaust system, comfortenhanced ergonomics, Marzocchi front suspension and ...