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Audi A3 Cabriolet Final Editions
The Audi A3 Cabriolet is not much longer for this world in its present form, and in response to that Audi has created two new versions crammed with what would previously have been optional extras.
From: CARkeys 31/01/2013
Hot Vauxhall Zafira Diesel
The 192bhp twin-turbo diesel engine already fitted to the Vauxhall Astra and Insignia is now being introduced to the Zafira Tourer seven-seat MPV.
From: CARkeys 31/01/2013
Ssangyong previews new Rodius
All new Ssangyong MPV to be unveiled at the Geneva motor show.
From: Autocar 31/01/2013
Lexus IS 300h to make European debut at Geneva
Lexus will showcase its broad range of hybrid vehicles at next month's Geneva motor show.
From: Autocar 31/01/2013
Alfa 4C spied winter testing
New mid-engined coupé to relaunch brand in the US this year.
From: Autocar 30/01/2013
Qatar motor show: new £2m supercar
Just seven examples of the new W Motors Lykan Hypersport will be built.
From: Autocar 29/01/2013
Alfa Romeo SUV not here until 2015
Fiat is readying a new 4x4 as the firm faces big losses.
From: Autocar 29/01/2013
Fuel Cell Collaboration
Daimler (the parent company of Mercedes-Benz), Ford and Nissan have signed a three-way agreement for the joint development of fuel cell systems, which they hope to have available in affordable production cars as early as 2017.
From: CARkeys 28/01/2013
Kia Picanto White
White is more than just a colour option in the Kia Picanto range. As of now, it's also the name of the best-equipped model.
From: CARkeys 28/01/2013
Kia Proceed GT (2013) first official pictures
This is Kia's new Proceed GT, a 201bhp hot hatch set to take on the VW Golf GTI. It's Kia's first ever sporty model, and it'll be available as both a slinky three door Proceed GT (pictured) and the more sensible five-door Ceed GT.
From: CAR Magazine 28/01/2013
Jaguar's BMW 3-series rival edges closer
Jaguar compact saloon poised for production as planned crossover is pushed back.
From: Autocar 28/01/2013
Shanghai Auto Show 2013 dates
The next Chinese Auto Show will take place in Shanghai in April 2013.
From: Autocar 26/01/2013
Return Of The Kia Soul Shaker
Fans of the Kia Soul will be well aware that Kia always has several models for sale in the Originals sub-range, none of them destined for long production before being replaced by something else.
From: CARkeys 25/01/2013
Dacia Duster UK's most affordable SUV
Over 3 years and 60,000 miles the Duster seems to depreciate up to £3,200 less than pricier SUVs on the market. This results in up to 34% of the initial value being retained after 3 years, not bad going in this segment where pricier examples are only achieving 2% more.
From: AutoInsider 25/01/2013
New Nismo models in discussion
Forthcoming performance iterations aim to broaden Nismo brand's appeal.
From: Autocar 25/01/2013
Land Rover Freelander 3 latest spy pics
Forthcoming Land Rover Freelander 3 caught winter testing wearing Evoque bodywork disguise.
From: Autocar 25/01/2013
Peugeot prices 208 GTi at £18,895
Sales of new hot hatch begin in March.
From: Autocar 25/01/2013
MINI Clubman Bond Street
The list of limited-edition MINIs named after parts of London will be added to in March when the Clubman Bond Street goes into production.
From: CARkeys 24/01/2013
Range Rover Evoque drives British exports boom (2013)
Range Rover's smash-hit Evoque has driven UK car production to its highest level since 2008, and an all-time record export level. In 2012, UK car manufacturing was up 9% compared with 2011, with 1.46m cars produced. Almost 83% were exported.
From: CAR Magazine 24/01/2013
First drive review: Citroen DS4 HDI 160 auto DStyle
Super-smooth new diesel drivetrain brings the DS4 more into focus.
From: Autocar 24/01/2013
New Mini Clubman special edition
Mini Clubman Bond Street gets unique detailing and improved standard equipment.
From: Autocar 24/01/2013
Nissan Leaf Nismo production confirmed
Aesthetically modified Nissan Leaf EV gets the green light, but is unlikely to be sold in Europe.
From: Autocar 24/01/2013
GM and Peugeot Citroen to develop next Zafira together
Agreement between two firms includes Zafira, Meriva successor and 3008 replacement.
From: Autocar 24/01/2013
Aston Martin Rapide S
Aston Martin is replacing its Rapide model with a more purposeful, though closely related, model called the Rapide S.
From: CARkeys 23/01/2013
Volkswagen Touareg R-Line
Vokswagen has added a new, range-topping trim level to its Touareg SUV. The R-Line features 20" wheels with 275/45 tyres, a new front bumper and side skirts, keyless entry and start, a panoramic sunroof, bi-xenon headlights with curve lighting, a powered tailgate and LEDs for the front running lights, rear lights and number plate lights. There's also R-Line branding on the front wings and the sill plates.
From: CARkeys 23/01/2013
Volkswagen Cuts CC Prices
Despite being by some way the most successful manufacturer in Europe in terms of new car registrations, Volkswagen isn't immune from feeling the need to reduced prices now and then.
From: CARkeys 23/01/2013
Nissan Leaf Price Drop
In an effort to make the car more affordable to eager potential customers (or, you may suggest, to improve sales which have so far proved disappointing), Nissan has decided to make the all-electric Leaf cheaper across the world.
From: CARkeys 23/01/2013
Ford Fiesta ST Here In March
Ford has announced an aggressive pricing policy for its next hot hatch, the Fiesta ST, which will be in UK dealerships from March.
From: CARkeys 23/01/2013
SEAT Toca Editions
SEAT has created new Toca versions of its Mii city car and Ibiza hatchback. Toca is the Spanish word for "touch", and that's a reference to the SEAT Portable System (which has a touchscreen, you see - play on words - awfully good) including satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, music storage and trip computer fitted as standard to the new cars.
From: CARkeys 23/01/2013
Bentley Mulsanne Upgrades
Most news about Bentley concerns the various forms of its more popular model, the Continental. This item is about the rather more expensive (currently £225,900) Mulsanne, which from April will be available with several new luxury features.
From: CARkeys 23/01/2013
Audi A3 e-tron (2015) to launch Audi's plug-in hybrid attack
Audi's first plug-in hybrid will hit the UK by 2015, with the electric-assisted drivetrain installed in the A3. E-tron versions of the next-generation A4 and Q7 will follow, as Audi gets serious about plug-ins, and takes the fight to BMW's forthcoming range of 'born electric' i cars.
From: CAR Magazine 23/01/2013
Rolls-Royce Wraith (2013) first teaser image of Ghost coupe
Following last week's official announcement of a Rolls-Royce Ghost-based coupe, the Goodwood manufacturer has released the first in its series of teaser images of the new Wraith two-door. We'll see the car in full at the Geneva motor show on 5 March 2013.
From: CAR Magazine 22/01/2013
Vauxhall Insignia facelift: latest spy pics
The facelifted version of the Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer has been spied ahead of its premiere at the 2013 Geneva motor show.
From: Autocar 22/01/2013
Alpine creates advisory board
Alpine experts to assist Renault and Caterham on Alpine brand positioning and model development.
From: Autocar 21/01/2013
Bentley boss confirms SUV for production
The controversial Bentley SUV looks set to enter production within three years, according to reports that the firm is close to signing off the final design of the car.
From: Autocar 21/01/2013
Hotter Nissan Juke Nismo confirmed
A hotter Nissan Juke Nismo is in the pipeline, the company has confirmed. The new model will offer improved performance, a more focused chassis and upgraded brakes.
From: Autocar 21/01/2013
Ford Fiesta ST to cost from £16,995
Ford has announced the Fiesta ST will cost £16,995, while the upscale ST-2 will attract a £1000 premium.
From: Autocar 21/01/2013
Rolls-Royce Confirms New Wraith Model
Rolls-Royce has announced that its new car, which has been given the Wraith name first used for the Silver Wraith in 1946, will make its world debut at the Geneva Show on March 5.
From: CARkeys 19/01/2013
SEAT Altea Copa Editions
Having already done something similar with other models, SEAT has added two new Copa trim levels to its Altea and Altea XL ranges.
From: CARkeys 19/01/2013
Alfa and Mazda confirm co-developed roadster
The next-generation Mazda MX-5 will share its platform with a two-seat Alfa Romeo roadster.
From: Autocar 18/01/2013
Honda wants younger buyers for its city cars
Honda unveiled this surprise concept car at the Montreal motor show, which the firm says is designed to make city cars appeal to younger buyers.
From: Autocar 18/01/2013
Detroit motor show: top luxury cars
With Lincoln aiming to stamp its own vision of luxury motoring on the automotive world, we take a look at the best luxury cars show in Detroit.
From: Autocar 18/01/2013
UK Car Exports Hit New Record
UK factories built 1,494,906 cars in 2012, which isn't a record, and 1,212,031 of them were exported to other countries, which is.
From: CARkeys 17/01/2013
BMW 1-series GT spied winter testing
BMW's first front-drive car caught cold-weather testing and wearing its now production-ready design.
From: Autocar 17/01/2013
New Corvette convertible images leaked
Pictures claimed to be of the next-generation Chevolet Corvette Stingray convertible have appeared days after the coupe premiered at the Detroit motor show.
From: Autocar 17/01/2013
Porsche Panamera facelift: latest spy pics
Porsche is in the latter stages of developing a series of mid-life revisions for its best-selling Porsche Panamera model. As well as a revised headlight design and new front bumper the Panamera's controversial rear end gets a 'tail lift'.
From: Autocar 17/01/2013
Saab 9-3 to restart production later this year
National Electric Vehicles Sweden, the company that owns the Saab brand, is planning to restart production of the Saab 9-3 later this year, with an electric version following in 2014. But the cars will be built in China rather at Saab's Trollhattan factory, in a change to NEVS's original plan.
From: Autocar 17/01/2013
BMW Range Updates
Lots of news in a lump here from BMW. First, four new engines have been added to the 3-Series Touring range, one of them - a 136bhp 1.6-litre twin-turbo petrol - being the new entry-level unit for the car.
From: CARkeys 16/01/2013
Vauxhall Cascada Pricing
Vauxhall's mid-sized convertible, the Cascada, will arrive in UK showrooms in April. Aimed, rather ambitiously, at the Audi A5 Cabriolet, it's very much cheaper - prices start at £23,995, and even the most expensive Cascada is more than £2000 cheaper than the entry-level A5.
From: CARkeys 16/01/2013
Skoda Octavia Prices Announced
The latest car to bear the name Skoda Octavia will go on sale in the UK on March 16, priced from £15,990.
From: CARkeys 16/01/2013
New Lexus IS Details
As we said it would last week, Lexus has revealed most of the technical details about the new IS range during its global unveiling at the Detroit Show.
From: CARkeys 15/01/2013
Aston Martin Centenary Editions
Today, we're pleased to be able to tell you, is the one hundredth anniversary of the founding of Aston Martin, and to celebrate a turbulent first century which has seen both financial near-catastrophe and enormous public affection the company has created special Centenary Edition versions of each of its models.
From: CARkeys 15/01/2013
Audi RS 7 Sportback
Not altogether unsurprisingly, Audi has revealed a hot new version of its S7 Sportback at the Detroit Show. The RS 7 uses a four-litre twin turbo V8 petrol engine which produces a maximum of 552bhp and drives all four wheels through an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic gearbox.
From: CARkeys 15/01/2013
New Maserati Quattroporte
The new four-door Maserati Quattroporte has made its world debut at the Detroit Show. Both larger and lighter than the current model, it's powered by either a 404bhp three-litre V6 petrol engine or a 523bhp 3.8-litre V8, both twin turbocharged and built by Ferrari, though designed by Maserati.
From: CARkeys 14/01/2013
Infiniti Q50 Unveiled
The first car to be badged using Infiniti's new naming system is the Q50 sports saloon, which has just made its world debut at the Detroit Show.
From: CARkeys 14/01/2013
Honda Urban SUV Concept
The Honda Urban SUV Concept unveiled this week at the Detroit Show is more significant than many concept vehicles in that it previews, at the very least, the styling of a production vehicle which you'll be able to buy in the near future.
From: CARkeys 14/01/2013
Electric smart On Sale Now
It seems like smart has been producing electric versions of its fortwo city car for a long time, but it's actually only now that you can buy one.
From: CARkeys 14/01/2013
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Revealed
Mercedes has unveiled the new CLA-Class at the Detroit Show immediately prior to its official world debut at Berlin Fashion Week. Very closely resembling the Concept Style Coupé, the CLA is effectively a little sister to the CLS-Class in that it's another four-door coupé, but shorter.
From: CARkeys 14/01/2013
Mercedes CLA (2013) first official pictures
Mercedes-Benz has revealed its new CLA, a four-door coupe based on the A-class, at an event held in Detroit on the night before this year's motor show opens. But to keep your attention on the big-selling E-class which also makes its debut here, the CLA won't be on Mercedes' show stand, and will make its official public debut at Berlin Fashion Week later this month.
From: CAR Magazine 14/01/2013
Chevolet Corvette Stingray (2013) first official pictures
This is the new C7-generation Chevrolet Corvette. It's the fist 'Vette to wear the classic Stingray badge for three-and-a-half decades, but not much else is retro about the new coupe. Out go the rounded taillights and glassy rear hatch of bygone models, and in comes a sharp new look with hints of Nissan GT-R, Ferrari F12 and Camaro about it.
From: CAR Magazine 14/01/2013
Infiniti Q50 (2013) first look at Infiniti's 3-series fighter
Infiniti is launching an attack on the posh small saloon market with this, the new Q50. The first Infiniti to use the new Q badging structure, it's designed to grab your attention away from German default choices like the Audi A4 and BMW 3 series.
From: CAR Magazine 14/01/2013
VW CrossBlue concept (2013) first official pictures
This is Volkswagen's next SUV, just revealed at the 2013 Detroit motor show. Called the CrossBlue, it's a 'mid-sized' six-seat SUV aimed specifically at the American market. Yet judging by these images, and to these European eyes, there doesn't seem to be much 'mid-sized' about it - it's a mammoth five metres long, coming in at 200mm longer than a VW Touareg. It's just a concept for now, but we hear production is a certainty, yet it won't be sold in the UK.
From: CAR Magazine 14/01/2013
Renault Reveals Captur Mini-SUV
Renault has given a preview of an "urban crossover" which will make its world debut at the Geneva Show in March. "Mini-SUV" is our term for the Captur, though Renault insists that its design also contains elements of an MPV and a small hatchback.
From: CARkeys 11/01/2013
Porsche Boxster 'Best Sports Car of the Year'
The new Porsche Boxster - the latest generation of the benchmark roadster -- has been named 'Best Sports Car of the Year' at the annual What Car? Awards
From: AutoInsider 11/01/2013
New-generation Lexus IS picture
The first official pictures of the all-new Lexus IS have been released, revealing powerful and elegant exterior styling and a cabin that is more spacious and driver-focused.
From: AutoInsider 11/01/2013
Honda to cut 800 UK jobs
The announcement follows what Honda describes as "sustained conditions of low demand in European markets".
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
Five new Caterham Sevens due by 2015
Forthcoming models include back-to-basics version "priced to excite".
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
Geneva motor show: Renault Captur
New small crossover gets Renault Clio styling and engines, and will be aiming for sales success to match the Nissan Juke.
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
Hyundai names new WRC boss
Multiple world rally championship winning technical director Michel Nandan to head up Hyundai's renewed assault on the sport.
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
New Renault Scenic to get SUV variant
2014 Scenic range will include an SUV with "genuine off-road capability".
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
Tokyo Auto Salon: full picture gallery
Madcap Japanese tuning houses rub shoulders with major manufacturers at Japan's most extreme motor show.
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
New Mercedes A-class becomes most frugal Merc yet
The A180 CDI BlueEfficiency has become the most fuel-efficient Mercedes yet.
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
2013 Brussels motor show gallery
A selection of the best metal on display at the Brussels motor show
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
New cars 2013: SUVs
The rise of the 4x4 continues, commencing with the long-awaited arrival of an off-road icon reborn.
From: Autocar 11/01/2013
More Powerful Mercedes E 63 AMG
The latest version of the Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG is the most powerful yet. Its 5.5-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine has been developed to the point where it now produces 557bhp, a 32bhp increase over the previous car.
From: CARkeys 10/01/2013
Yellow Range Rover Evoque Edition
Range Rover is giving the new Evoque Sicilian Yellow Limited Edition its world debut today at the Brussels Show. Sicilian Yellow is the main body colour in one of two available paint schemes, contrasting with the Santorini Black roof. The other option is to have most of the car in Santorini Black but the roof and door mirrors in Sicilian Yellow.
From: CARkeys 10/01/2013
Audi Wins Top What Car? Award
The Audi A3 Sportback has been named as the 36th winner of the annual What Car? magazine Car of the Year award. In the words of editor Chas Hallett, the Sportback "mixes excellent refinement and an accomplished driving experience with easily the finest cabin quality ever seen in a small family hatchback.
From: CARkeys 10/01/2013
Lexus IS (2013) first official pictures
These are the first official pictures of the all-new 2013 Lexus IS. Challenging the likes of the BMW 3-series, Mercedes C-class and Audi A4, the new IS has gone under the knife and the new iteration has a more athletic and vigorous-looking design, judging by these photos.
From: CAR Magazine 10/01/2013
Mercedes E63 AMG facelift and power boost (2013) full details
Let's ignore the visual changes on the new Mercedes E63 AMG for a moment and get straight to the facts. In top-spec 'S' guise, this four-door saloon will hit 62mph in 3.6 seconds.
From: CAR Magazine 10/01/2013
Range Rover Evoque (2013) Sicilian Yellow limited edition
Land Rover has announced that it will be producing a limited edition model of its highly successful Evoque. Selling over 100,000 models in its first year, the Mrs Beckham-influenced crossover has won fans for its high levels of individualisation - but you haven't been able to spec a yellow version, until now.
From: CAR Magazine 10/01/2013
Mercedes CLS63 AMG gets more power for 2013
You wait for ages for a Mercedes four-door with supercar performance, and then two come along at once.
From: CAR Magazine 10/01/2013
Nissan shows off Resonance SUV concept teaser (2013)
Tease, tease, tease. Ahead of the 2013 Detroit motor show, Nissan is the latest manufacturer to release a shady teasing image of its new concept car: the Resonance concept.
From: CAR Magazine 10/01/2013
New Caterham coupé to rival Porsche Cayman
New £40k Caterham coupé promises a sub-5.0sec 0-60mph time thanks to 270bhp Renault four-pot engine.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
British student wins prize for futuristic delivery van concept
Award winning modular convoy design inspired by walking ducks.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
Audi A3 Sportback voted What Car? Car of the Year
The Audi A3 Sportback fought off competition from the Range Rover and Rolls-Royce Phantom to take top What Car? award.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
GM reveals its plan for Vauxhall rescue
Restructuring will create 23 new models, plus engines by 2016, to restore Vauxhall-Opel to profitability.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
Lotus plans five-fold sales increase
Growing demand for sports cars will be key to Lotus increasing sales five-fold over 2012 figures.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
New Mini set for 2014 launch
Expanded third-generation Mini line-up is set to include an unusual five-door hatch; due next year.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
New Ferrari Enzo: best pictures yet
Ferrari provides the clearest view yet of the extreme Ferrari F150 hypercar, which will pack in all of the firm's F1 know-how.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
Toyota to revive small SUV-coupé concept
2001 Toyota Rugged Sports Coupé may be developed into Nissan Juke rival.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
Quick news: Chevron Cars changes hands
Chevron Cars under new ownership and Smart announces a special edition Fortwo.
From: Autocar 10/01/2013
Peugeot 208 Intuitive Special Edition
Six new cars are being added to the Peugeot 208 range this month, all of them bearing the Intuitive badge. Intuitives are based on the mid-range Allure trim level but have quite a lot of extra equipment in the form of 16" alloy wheels, satellite navigation, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, cornering lights, automatic dual-zone air-conditioning and LED surrounds for the instruments.
From: CARkeys 09/01/2013
New Lexus IS Revealed
The styling of the new car is closely related to that of the LF-CC concept which made its debut at last year's Paris Show, and there are a couple of interior references to the LFA supercar.
From: CARkeys 09/01/2013
How Koreans are killing Renault in the UK - and who's next in their sights?
Hyundai's metamorphosis is complete - it's now one of the ten most popular car brands in the UK, and the first Korean manufacturer ever to crack into the Premier League of UK car buying habits.
From: CAR Magazine 09/01/2013
Mercedes E63 AMG (2013) first pictures leaked
This is the first image of the facelifted Mercedes E63 AMG super-saloon. Shown here leading the pack in a parade of tweaked E-classes.
From: CAR Magazine 09/01/2013
Lotus's glimmer of hope (2013) Proton parent stands by Hethel
After another painful year of sales for Lotus in the UK - down 58% on 2011 - Norfolk's beleagured sports car brand has kicked off the New Year with the grand unveiling of its new flagship Malaysian showroom, and the thumbs-up from senior Proton company suits that Lotus isn't on its last legs.
From: CAR Magazine 09/01/2013
The Peugeot 2008
With the 2008, Peugeot capitalises on its expertise, acquired with the success of the award-winning 3008 Crossover.
From: AutoInsider 09/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Nissan Leaf
Trim changes and improved charging times for US market Nissan Leaf EV.
From: Autocar 09/01/2013
New cars 2013: hot hatches
Brand new models and reincarnations of old favourites make this a year to be savoured by hot hatch fans.
From: Autocar 09/01/2013
Detroit Motor Show: Volkswagen seven seat SUV
Cheaper Volkswagen 4x4, based on the MQB platform, will rival the Ford Explorer and Jeep Grand Cherokee.
From: Autocar 09/01/2013
Smart Fortwo to adopt new look
Longer and wider Smart improves on passenger protection and accommodation.
From: Autocar 09/01/2013
Mercedes GLA45 AMG spied
First image appears of range-topping GLA45 AMG compact SUV.
From: Autocar 09/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Nissan Murano concept
A new show car confirms the replacement for the Nissan Murano SUV.
From: Autocar 09/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Lincoln MKC
New small SUV will help Lincoln attract younger, more affluent customers.
From: Autocar 09/01/2013
Toyota Yaris Trend Details Confirmed
As we said it would last September, Toyota has added a new trim level called Trend to the Yaris supermini range. The Trend (not to be confused with a limited-edition model of the same name which went on sale last year) is available only in five-door form and with the 1.33-litre petrol engine, though you do get a choice of six-speed manual or Multidrive S automatic transmission.
From: CARkeys 08/01/2013
Hyundai teases new HCD-14 concept (2013)
Hyundai is no stranger to the coupé market and it plans to unveil another at the 2013 Detroit motor show next week - in the shape of the HCD-14.
From: CAR Magazine 08/01/2013
Renault teases 'Captur' SUV - a baby Juke rival
After a pitiful year of sales for Renault in the UK in 2012 (they plummeted 40% in figures out yesterday), the French are fighting back with a baby SUVdesigned to repeat the success of inhouse rival the Nissan Juke.
From: CAR Magazine 08/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Audi SQ5 TFSI
The hottest Audi Q5 SUV gets a supercharged V6 petrol engine - but not for the UK market.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Fiat 500e most efficient electric car in the USA
Fiat's baby electric car, the 500e, has achieved best in class range.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Renault Captur SUV teased
The first picture of the new Renault Captur crossover has been shown online ahead of a full reveal.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Hyundai UK expects meteoric growth to slow this year
A lack of availability of new cars to sell is to halt Hyundai's staggering sales expansion in the UK market.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
New cars 2013: performance cars
Sports car fans rejoice, 2013 has plenty to offer, from Britain's long-awaited F-type successor to traditional American muscle cars.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Dodge Dart GT
More power and retuned suspension for Dodge's Alfa-based saloon.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Jeep Grand Cherokee
Facelift for the big Jeep Grand Cherokee includes an eight-speed gearbox and a diesel for the US market.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Kia Cadenza
The big Kia Cadenza saloon gets a makeover for US market.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Detroit Motor show: Jeep Liberty
All-new mid-size Jeep to use Fiat platform.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Chevrolet Silverado
GM's long running Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pick-ups get a complete makeover.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Mercedes MLC: first spy shots
Forthcoming Mercedes coupe-SUV spotted benchmarking against BMW M6.
From: Autocar 08/01/2013
Nissan Qashqai 360
There is now, it may grieve you to learn, no such thing as a new Nissan Qashqai n-tec+. That trim level - the most popular in the range, accounting for over half of UK sales - has been consigned to "classic" status and replaced by a new one called 360.
From: CARkeys 07/01/2013
UK Car Registrations 2012
According to figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, 2,044,609 cars were registered in the UK during 2012. That's a 5.8% increase over 2011, and the highest total since 2008 (though well below the 2.4 million achieved in 2007).
From: CARkeys 07/01/2013
Peugeot Reveals 2008 Crossover
As we suggested last summer at the end of our launch review of the 208 hatchback, Peugeot has developed an SUV crossover based on the same platform.
From: CARkeys 07/01/2013
New Engine For SsangYong Rodius
A little behind schedule, the SsangYong Rodius MPV has become available in the UK with a new engine.
From: CARkeys 07/01/2013
Peugeot 2008 crossover (2013) first pictures of new Juke rival
Should Nissan's Juke, Vauxhall's new Mokka and the upcoming Ford Ecosport be worried about a French revolution?
From: CAR Magazine 07/01/2013
Volkswagen's budget brand close to production (2013)
VW is approaching the critical phase of its plan to launch a range of aggressively priced base products. How aggressive?
From: CAR Magazine 07/01/2013
Peugeot 2008 SUV to rival Nissan Juke
The Peugeot 2008, a new 208-based SUV aims to muscle in on the growing compact crossover sector.
From: Autocar 07/01/2013
New Nissan Qashqai 360 unveiled
Nissan phases out n-tec+ trim level of big-selling crossover and replaces it with a new, higher-specification 360 variant.
From: Autocar 07/01/2013
Mastretta MXT-R set for Autosport show
Latest iteration of Mexican Mastretta MXT to be previewed at Autosport International show in Birmingham.
From: Autocar 07/01/2013
New cars 2013: extreme performance
With some very exciting supercars confirmed for 2013, the battle lines are drawn for an extreme performance showdown.
From: Autocar 07/01/2013
Mercedes E-class Coupe & Cabriolet facelift (2013) first pictures
Hot on the heels of the refreshed Mercedes E-class saloon and estate, Mercedes has facelifted the coupe and cabriolet members of the E-class family. Chief among the changes to the two-door E-classes are a reworked face, new petrol engine technology and slight cabin tweaks.
From: CAR Magazine 04/01/2013
DS3 Red special editions
Citroen has launched an exciting range of DS3 Red special editions for the New Year.
From: AutoInsider 04/01/2013
Facelifted Mercedes E-class coupé and cabriolet unveiled
Revised two-door Mercedes E-class models join the recently announced saloon and estate.
From: Autocar 04/01/2013
Citroen DS3 Red editions (2013) pictures and details
Citroen has kicked off the new year with a special edition DS3. The DStyle Red and DSport Red follow the usual special edition recipe: new colours, more kit, and less cash. But would you put up with that bright splash of red to score better value for money?
From: CAR Magazine 03/01/2013
New Gazoo Racing GT86 teased
First images of sporty tuned Toyota GT86, to be unveiled at Tokyo Auto Salon
From: Autocar 03/01/2013
Honda S2000 reinterpreted for Tokyo Auto Salon
A new version of the discontinued Honda S2000 will be among the stars of Honda's stand at the Tokyo Auto Salon next week.
From: Autocar 03/01/2013
Detroit motor show: Infiniti Q50
The Infiniti Q50 saloon, which will replace the Infiniti G-series, has been teased ahead of its Detroit motor show debut.
From: Autocar 03/01/2013
New Mercedes C-class details revealed
Mercedes' 3-series rival re-engineered to appeal to younger buyers
From: Autocar 03/01/2013
Suzuki Alto misses out as UK's cheapest new car
An extension to Suzuki's VAT offer means the Alto is offered for less than £6000, but the Dacia Sandero is marginally cheaper.
From: Autocar 03/01/2013
Range Rover Sport: latest spy pics
The most revealing images yet of Land Rover's forthcoming sports SUV.
From: Autocar 03/01/2013
Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible
Following last year's introduction of the GT Speed - the fastest version so far of the Bentley Continental - it was almost inevitable that a convertible version would follow.
From: CARkeys 02/01/2013
Citroen DS3 Red Special Editions
Citroen has added four new special editions to its DS3 range. They're available in Polar White or Perla Nera Black body colours with matching alloy wheels, while the roof, door mirrors, front grille, dashboard, interior doorhandle surrounds and wheel centre caps are all red.
From: CARkeys 02/01/2013
Audi A2 axed
A production version of the Audi A2 concept has been axed from Audi's future product plan.
From: Autocar 02/01/2013
Electric car sales disappoint Renault
Renault plans shift in marketing strategy with upcoming Zoe to combat poor electric car sales.
From: Autocar 02/01/2013
Mercedes S-class coupe in five-strong line-up
The Mercedes CL will be replaced with a new S-class coupé, a direct rival to the Bentley Continental GT.
From: Autocar 02/01/2013
New Ferrari California could receive turbo power
Coupé-cabriolet could switch to a forced induction engine in its second generation.
From: Autocar 01/01/2013
Dacia will stick to 'no discounts' policy
Renault's budget arm will not pander to UK tradition of heavily discounting new car sales.
From: Autocar 01/01/2013
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