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News for October 2013
Chrysler readies 20-strong SEMA lineup
A 'rugged' Fiat 500L, modified Dodge Ram and a 'go-anywhere' Jeep Cherokee feature in Chrysler's SEMA lineup
From: Autocar 31/10/2013
Daihatsu readies new Kopen concept for Tokyo
Daihatsu's Kei car to make a return, likely to re-start Honda Beat rivalry.
From: Autocar 31/10/2013
Mercedes-Benz GLA development secrets revealed
We join Mercedes during the final testing phase for the new GLA, which is aimed squarely at taking on the Range Rover Evoque.
From: Autocar 31/10/2013
Best car deals: Ford B-Max, Nissan Qashqai, Seat Toledo
Top car leasing deals and new car discounts for this week, including offers on the Ford B-Max, Nissan Qashqai, Seat Toledo and Jaguar XJ.
From: Autocar 31/10/2013
Charles Morgan loses appeal against Morgan dismissal
Controversial ousting of Charles Morgan from the car company that bears his family's name is confirmed following an unsuccessful appeal.
From: Autocar 31/10/2013
Northern Award For Range Rover
The fourth-generation Range Rover has been named Car of the Year by the Northern Group of Motoring Writers.
From: CARkeys 30/10/2013
BMW i3 and i8 materials to be shared
BMW will reuse materials first seen on its i3 and i8 models, including carbonfibre, for the rest of its range.
From: Autocar 30/10/2013
China's domestic car makers are failing to compete
China's domestic car manufacturers need look to their home markets before trying to expand internationally.
From: Autocar 30/10/2013
Chevrolet readies new concepts for SEMA show
Chevrolet will show seven new concept and modified vehicles at the SEMA show in Las Vegas next month.
From: Autocar 30/10/2013
New Land Rover Discovery family due in 2015
These latest spy photos show two late-stage prototypes for the all-new Land Rover Discovery family, which is reportedly only 24 months away from launch.
From: Autocar 30/10/2013
Rolls-Royce SUV considered
Rolls-Royce boss confirms the company is actively working on a 4x4 design to take on the luxury SUV market.
From: Autocar 30/10/2013
Euro NCAP Crash Avoidance Results
From January next year, Euro NCAP will give credit to crash-tested vehicles fitted with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) systems which sense when an impact is becoming inevitable and applies the brakes if the driver fails to do so.
From: CARkeys 29/10/2013
Honda NSX aims for '458 excitement at 911 price'
Honda's development team is aiming for Ferrari performance at Porsche prices, but NSX's final power figures 'won't grab headlines'.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
Revised Jaguar XF spotted - latest pictures
Facelifted Jaguar XF shows major changes, with new engines, a new look and a reduction in weight all planned.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
New Mercedes C-class pictures leaked
The new Mercedes C-class has been shown in its final production form for the first time, following a series of leaked photographs on the internet.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
New Kia Quoris executive saloon to be unveiled at LA motor show
Kia's new flagship saloon - also known as the K9 or K900 in some markets - is heading for the US, but not Europe.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
Suzuki previews three concepts for Tokyo motor show
Suzuki will reveal a new compact crossover, a 4WD hybrid and a minicar crossover concept at the Tokyo motor show next month.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
All-new Mini previewed - latest images
The 2014 Mini hatchback previewed in an official new teaser image - full technical details revealed.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
Bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe revealed
A special edition of the Rolls-Royce Phantom coupé has been created with the spirit of the Goodwood motor circuit in mind.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
Quick news: Peugeot 3008 on sale, Land Rover expedition
Peugeot's 3008 crossover is now on sale from £16,995, while Land Rover starts a new expedition to the South Pole.
From: Autocar 29/10/2013
Range Rover long-wheelbase (2013) first official pictures
A limousine off-roader that's not a tarted-up stretch Hummer? Meet the new Range Rover long-wheelbase, which Land Rover is aiming squarely at the elongated versions of its luxury saloon rivals, like the Mercedes S-class, Audi A8, and Jaguar XJ.
From: CAR Magazine 28/10/2013
Nissan releases new Qashqai teaser image
The new Nissan Qashqai will be revealed on 7 November 2013, and Nissan has created this teaser image of the car, revealing nothing more than a hint of the LED running lights and new grille design on the car.
From: CAR Magazine 28/10/2013
Quick news: Manchester United-signed Chevrolet Trax on sale
Manchester United-signed Trax in charity auction; world record-holding EV race car at Regent Street motor show; Nissan offers students manufacturing insight; Seat deals and upgrades.
From: Autocar 28/10/2013
'No bespoke model' for Fiat's Abarth brand
Marco Magnanini, chief of Abarth, outlines the brand's future model range plans.
From: Autocar 28/10/2013
Saying goodbye to the Aston Martin Cygnet
To mark the passing of the Cygnet, we try one to find out why it was ever made.
From: Autocar 27/10/2013
Dominant Vettel takes fourth F1 Championship
Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel takes his fourth consecutive Formula One World Championship after a deserved victory in India.
From: Autocar 27/10/2013
Caterham boss plans new model blitz
Tony Fernandes has set out his vision for the future of Caterham, but he's had to adapt to the car industry's way of thinking.
From: Autocar 26/10/2013
New Volvo D4 And T6 Engines
Volvos with the new D4 Drive-E turbo diesel engine are available to order in the UK now. The 179bhp two-litre unit is being offered in the S60, V60, XC60, V70, XC70 and S80 ranges with either a manual or an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
From: CARkeys 25/10/2013
BMW 2-series (2013) first official pictures
This is BMW's new entry-level coupe: the 2-series. Yes, like the 4-series replacing the 3-series coupe, BMW has opted for an even number to set its sporty model apart from the regular 1-series hatchback. It's on UK sale from March 2014, priced from around £25,000.
From: CAR Magazine 25/10/2013
2015 Mazda MX-5 spotted
New test mule for the next-generation Mazda MX-5 spotted performance testing in Germany.
From: Autocar 25/10/2013
Next Alfa Romeo Giulietta Cloverleaf to use 4C engine
The same 240bhp engine used in the Alfa Romeo 4C sports car will also see service in the next Giulietta Cloverleaf.
From: Autocar 25/10/2013
Alfa Romeo to offer 'minimal electronic interference'
Italian manufacturer confirms it won't be using advanced safety tech such as emergency braking on its cars, saying customers want a more 'mechanical' experience.
From: Autocar 25/10/2013
BMW X4 spotted - latest pictures
BMW X4 spotted in less disguised form testing at the Nurburgring, 2014 launch expected.
From: Autocar 25/10/2013
Vauxhall readies GM OnStar integration
Vauxhall is paving the way to integrate GM's new OnStar into its vehicles; emergency call service offered.
From: Autocar 25/10/2013
Toyota iQ to be axed, says Aston Martin boss
Aston Martin boss says his company ended production of the Cygnet because the Toyota iQ is being axed.
From: Autocar 25/10/2013
The Autocar guide to winter car maintenance
The last thing you want is to suffer a breakdown in freezing conditions, so here's Autocar's top tips and advice on how to keep your car running well through the winter ice and snow.
From: Autocar 25/10/2013
Kia dismisses top-level motorsport entry
Kia says it won't be following Hyundai into any high-profile racing series, dashing rumours that it will enter WTCC or BTCC events in the future.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
China faces new car explosion
Sales of new cars in China are set to rocket to 40 million by 2030, creating opportunities for both home and international manufacturers.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
BMW 2-series coupe leaked online
New leaked images show the production-ready BMW 2-series ahead of its official reveal.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
Kia luxury saloon could come to UK
Kia is planning to test the European market ahead of a possible full-scale launch of its Cadenza luxury saloon.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
Magnum Mk5 teased - latest pictures
Canadian supercar promises lightweight performance to take on the track day market.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
BMW M235i revealed in leaked pictures
New pictures of BMW's M235i leak online, displaying the 2-series performance variant in full.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
New Mercedes C-class technical details revealed
Mercedes reveals the tech secrets behind its new C-class, including aluminium-steel platform crash test results.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
2015 Hyundai Genesis previewed
The next-generation Hyundai Genesis saloon has been teased ahead of its reveal at the Detroit motor show next - and this model could come to the UK.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
Mercedes V-class spotted - first pictures
First spy photos of the new Mercedes V-class reveal a camouflaged prototype in development.
From: Autocar 24/10/2013
SsangYong Launches Rexton W
The third SsangYong Rexton in twelve years, known as the Rexton W, is available to order now from UK dealers. Boasting an uprated interior compared with the previous model, the W is available with a 153bhp two-litre turbo diesel engine and comes in two trim levels called SX and EX.
From: CARkeys 23/10/2013
More Five-Star Awards From Euro NCAP
Euro NCAP has publish its crash test results for four more cars, all of which make reassuring reading.
From: CARkeys 23/10/2013
Vauxhall Aims For 24-Hour Records
Although it took place more than two weeks ago, Vauxhall has only today announced that it made an attempt on eighteen speed records with the Astra 2.0 CDTi diesel hatchback at the Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire.
From: CARkeys 23/10/2013
Honda S660 sports car concept (2013) first official pictures
This is the Honda S660, a 21st Century adaptation of the brand's S600 sports car, first seen in the 1960s. The tiny two-seater roadster will be shown off at the Tokyo motor show in November 2013, but before you get too excited about a Honda roadster revival, we've got bad news. Even if the S660 did get green-lighted for series production, Honda UK has confirmed to CAR the S660 'is not destined for Britain.'
From: CAR Magazine 23/10/2013
Mercedes' S-class coupe concept 'very close' to production car
Mercedes design boss says Frankfurt concept almost exactly mirrors the production S-class coupé.
From: Autocar 23/10/2013
Daihatsu Copen set to return
Daihatsu is planning a comeback for its Copen roadster, according to Autocar sources.
From: Autocar 23/10/2013
2015 BMW X6 - first pictures
First spy shots of the manufacturer's next-generation luxury SUV show the car testing at the Nurburgring.
From: Autocar 23/10/2013
Kia plots GT Concept production
A production version of the Kia GT Concept is close to being signed off in an attempt to increase the brand's desirability.
From: Autocar 23/10/2013
New Entry-Level Caterham Seven
Although the car won't go into full production until January, Caterham is now taking orders for a new, low-powered version of its classic sports car called the Seven 160.
From: CARkeys 22/10/2013
Subaru XV Black Limited Edition
Subaru has extended its XV crossover range by adding a new version called the Black.
From: CARkeys 22/10/2013
Maserati to double number of UK dealerships
Maserati's new product offensive will be backed by an increase in dealer sites across the UK.
From: Autocar 22/10/2013
Mercedes C63 AMG spotted testing
Performance variant of the all-new C-class to get 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine and rear-wheel drive.
From: Autocar 22/10/2013
2015 Audi TT - first pictures and interior spied
First pictures of the all-new Audi TT reveal the car testing in Germany, benchmarking against rivals.
From: Autocar 22/10/2013
Quick news: Infiniti Q50, Mazda engines, Nissan EV network
Nissan leads a plan to build a nationwide EV charging network for the UK, while Infiniti shows off two new Q50 models for business customers.
From: Autocar 22/10/2013
McLaren Issues P1 Performance Figures
In the same week that the first customer came round to collect their car, McLaren has got round to confirming the official performance figures of its 903bhp 3.8-litre twin-turbo petrol-electric hybrid P1.
From: CARkeys 21/10/2013
2014 Audi A8 Here In January
Audi has confirmed the UK pricing of its heavily revised A8 luxury saloon, which is available to order now and will arrive in this country in January next year.
From: CARkeys 21/10/2013
CAR tech: Britain's £1bn auto-industry revolution
BMW, Jaguar-Land Rover and Nissan are just a handul of the car companies to have seen the potential in British design and engineering. Read on to find out just how they're actually helping Britian fight Germany as the car world's most pivotal auto-industry R&D hub.
From: CAR Magazine 21/10/2013
Mercedes plans C-class Sportcoupe and cabriolet
At least two extra models will be added to the new Mercedes C-class range to broaden its appeal.
From: Autocar 21/10/2013
Mercedes-Benz C-class - first interior details
Mercedes confirms limited details about its new C-class, as first pictures show its interior for the first time.
From: Autocar 21/10/2013
Mercedes-Benz V-class interior shown
New Mercedes MPV replaces the current Viano; will launch in second quarter of 2014.
From: Autocar 21/10/2013
Lamborghini Veneno roadster confirmed
Lamborghini says it will build a very limited run of the special edition Veneno Roadster, at a cost of £2.8 million each.
From: Autocar 21/10/2013
New Mini to get hybrid option
Mini Mk3 to get hybrid power, but full electric version not approved yet.
From: Autocar 20/10/2013
Infiniti plans new four-door saloon
Japanese brand's bold investment plan includes five-car range expansion and two flagship models.
From: Autocar 20/10/2013
New Mercedes-Benz C-class scooped
The all-new longer, wider Mercedes C-class will make its debut at the Detroit motor show next year.
From: Autocar 19/10/2013
History of the Mazda rotary engine - picture special
We take a nostalgic look back at the history of Mazda's charismatic, high-revving rotary engines.
From: Autocar 19/10/2013
2014 Alfa MiTo On Sale Now
The 2014 model year Alfa Romeo MiTo supermini has gone on sale in the UK, priced from £14,350. The latest cars are recognisable from the outside by their new chrome front grille, titanium grey light surrounds and a redesigned rear bumper, while MiTo experts will notice a new range of colours including Matte Magnesio Grey.
From: CARkeys 18/10/2013
New Black Paint For Top-End MINIs
MINI has developed a new metallic paint called Frozen Black which is about to become available as an option on Cooper S, Cooper SD and John Cooper Works versions of the Countryman and Paceman.
From: CARkeys 18/10/2013
European Car Registrations September 2013
There's no telling whether this is a sign of long-term recovery, but the European market did surprisingly well last month, with 5.6% (or just under 67,000) more new cars registered than was the case in September 2012.
From: CARkeys 18/10/2013
Lamborghini Veneno Roadster (2013) first official pictures
If you missed out on the original limited edition run of three Lamborghini Venenos, you're in luck. Lamborghini has announced a roofless Roadster version as part of the brand's continued 50th anniversary celebrations - and plans to build up to nine examples, depending on demand.
From: CAR Magazine 18/10/2013
Charles Morgan to appeal ousting by Morgan board (2013)
Charles Morgan, who was ousted by the Morgan Motor Company's board this week after a decade at the marque, has released a statement reacting to his forced departure, and confirming his intention to fight the decision. You can read the statement in its entirety below.
From: CAR Magazine 18/10/2013
Jaguar F-type coupé spotted testing
Latest spy shots show Jaguar F-type coupé testing alongside standard convertible; expected to launch in 2014.
From: Autocar 18/10/2013
Seat will turn £131 million loss around, says boss
New Seat chief Jurgen Stackmann tells Autocar how he will turn the brand's fortunes around.
From: Autocar 18/10/2013
Electric Nissan Qashqai "a possibility"
Nissan bosses have refused to rule out the introduction of an electric version of the next-generation Nissan Qashqai.
From: Autocar 18/10/2013
Alfa Romeo 4C sets Nurburgring record
The 4C manages a time of 8 minutes and 4 seconds at the 'Ring, setting a new record for production cars with less than 247bhp.
From: Autocar 18/10/2013
Quick news: Audi A3 starts production, new Honda F1 engine
Audi's A3 cabriolet enters production in Hungary, while Mini reveals a new paint finish for its top-spec models.
From: Autocar 18/10/2013
Mercedes' 911 rival spied testing - latest pictures
More compact successor to the Mercedes SLS AMG, codenamed C190, spotted undergoing testing.
From: Autocar 18/10/2013
How autonomous vehicles are shaping our future
As self-driving cars edge closer to reality, we go for a ride in an autonomous Nissan Leaf prototype.
From: Autocar 17/10/2013
Volvo reveals advanced energy storage technology
EU-funded project develops next-generation electrical storage material, which could remove the need for heavy batteries.
From: Autocar 17/10/2013
Nissan ZEOD RC revealed
Hybrid racer to make its debut at Le Mans next year, shown for the first time in Japan this weekend.
From: Autocar 17/10/2013
Nismo expansion "must stay credible"
Nissan's Nismo range expansion must retain credibility, according to the firm's European sales boss.
From: Autocar 17/10/2013
Facelifted Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG roadster caught testing
A revised Mercedes SLS AMG roadster spotted testing alongside the regular coupé; both facelifted models due in 2015.
From: Autocar 17/10/2013
Renault Clio And Captur Upgrades
Renault has created a new engine/gearbox combination for the Clio hatchback and its close relative, the Captur SUV.
From: CARkeys 16/10/2013
Audi launches special TTS to celebrate 500,000 sales (2013)
Audi is unleashing a special edition TTS, with RS looks and lashings of equipment. The TTS Limited Edition commemorates the iconic Audi smashing the 500,000 sales barrier, in its fifteenth year on sale.
From: CAR Magazine 16/10/2013
Range Rover Evoque XL for 2016 launch
Larger, lightweight Evoque due in 2016, will sit between existing model and Range Rover Sport.
From: Autocar 16/10/2013
Magnum Mk5 teased ahead of official reveal
Canadian supercar promises lightweight performance to take on the track day market.
From: Autocar 16/10/2013
Nissan Pixo axed
Nissan is stopping production of its city car; although the Suzuki Alto is made alongside the Pixo, Suzuki is continuing production.
From: Autocar 16/10/2013
Quick news: New Renault engine, Camaro sets new 'Ring time
Renault adds a new engine option for Clio and Captur, while Volvo shows a new mobile recharging concept for the V60 hybrid.
From: Autocar 16/10/2013
BMW X3 facelift spotted - first pictures
Revised BMW X3 compact SUV spotted testing in Germany, due to launch next year.
From: Autocar 16/10/2013
Hyundai plans hotter versions of road cars
Korean firm's motorsport boss says road cars will benefit from WRC engineering.
From: Autocar 16/10/2013
Volvo's Solution To The Battery Problem
As the only car manufacturer among nine companies involved in a major EU-funded project, Volvo has the best chance of being first to market with a development which may answer one the major problems associated with hybrid and all-electric vehicles.
From: CARkeys 16/10/2013
More Records For Drayson Electric Car
After a planned visit to the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah was thwarted last month due to flooding, the Drayson Racing Technologies team switched its attention to Elvington airfield in Yorkshire, the scene of many successful record-breaking attempts in past decades.
From: CARkeys 15/10/2013
Aston Martin Lagonda SUV plan revived
Aston Martin chairman and CEO Dr Ulrich Bez has confirmed that the company is working to ensure a full-sized SUV that will carry the Lagonda name will reach production.
From: Autocar 15/10/2013
Hyundai to show custom Genesis coupe concept at SEMA show
Hyundai will showcase a new concept car based on the Genesis coupé at the SEMA show in Las Vegas next month.
From: Autocar 15/10/2013
Leaked images reveal new Lexus CT200h
Scanned brochure shots reveal facelifted Lexus CT200h hatchback ahead of proposed 2014 launch.
From: Autocar 15/10/2013
BMW 4-Series Convertible Details
Following BMW's new naming system for its mid-sized cars, the 3-Series Convertible is being replaced by a car called the 4-Series Convertible.
From: CARkeys 14/10/2013
2014 Hyundai i10 Pricing Announced
The new-generation Hyundai i10 city car will be priced from £8345 when it goes on sale in the UK on January 30.
From: CARkeys 14/10/2013
Range Rover Hybrids Complete Silk Trail
Three prototype examples of the Range Rover Diesel Hybrid have arrived in Mumbai, home of the brand's owner Tata, 53 days and thirteen countries after leaving the factory in Solihill.
From: CARkeys 14/10/2013
Fiestas Dominate MPG Marathon
Two Ford Fiestas - a car and a van - took two of the top awards at last week's Fleet World/ALD Automotive/Shell FuelSave MPG Marathon, whose results have been confirmed today.
From: CARkeys 14/10/2013
London To Cape Town Record Broken Again
The record for driving between London and Cape Town has been lowered for the second time this year. Robert Belcher and Stephen Cooper completed the journey in 10 days, 3 hours and 16 minutes, beating the 10 days, 13 hours and 28 minutes achieved by Philip Young and Paul Brace in their Fiat Panda TwinAir back in February.
From: CARkeys 14/10/2013
Volkswagen Golf Is Scottish Car Of The Year
The Association of Motoring Writers has named the seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf as its car of the year for 2013. This is VW's first outright Scottish win since the award was created in 1998, and adds to the World and European titles that the Golf has already gained this year.
From: CARkeys 14/10/2013
Jaguar plans four new models by 2018
Four crucial models that will make (or break) the British brand revealed, including new compact coupé.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG for LA Motor Show debut
Big V12 variant of the new S-class family to be seen in the US in November.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
Ford to bring Mondeo-based Edge SUV to Europe
Blue Oval promises a large new SUV for its range in Europe; rumours point to a European Edge.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
New Hyundai i10 pricing revealed
The new Hyundai i10 will cost from £8345, the same as the outgoing model, when it goes on sale at the end of January 2014.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
Caterham launches Asian motorsport arm
Caterham Motorsport Asia launched to develop racing opportunities; Fernandes sees Asia and Indonesia as 'biggest single market'.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
Range Rover Hybrids complete Silk Trail - picture special
Three Range Rover Hybrids have completed the 'Silk Trail', driving over 10,000 miles from the UK to Mumbai, India, via China and Nepal.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
Porsche plans to enter 15 new countries by 2020
Porsche will look to enter 15 new countries, with a special focus on those in North Africa, by 2020.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
Charles Morgan steps down from Morgan Motor Company
Morgan announces that Charles Morgan is no longer a part of the management team or the board of directors at the firm.
From: Autocar 14/10/2013
BMW 4-series cabriolet revealed
New BMW 4-series cabriolet unveiled in full ahead of a LA motor show launch, prices start at £36,675, goes on sale in March.
From: Autocar 13/10/2013
Sebastian Vettel closes on F1 title with win in Japan
German ace collects his ninth victory of the Formula 1 season despite stern pressure from Mark Webber and Romain Grosjean.
From: Autocar 13/10/2013
Goodwood Festival of Speed 2014 dates confirmed
Lord March announces dates for the 21st Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Moving Motor Show.
From: Autocar 12/10/2013
Qoros plans model range expansion
Platform flexibility will be key to Qoros' expansion, as the Chinese manufacturer looks to take a larger slice of its home market with two new models.
From: Autocar 12/10/2013
PSA Peugeot-Citroen stake sale 'imminent'
Peugeot-Citroen reported to be on the verge of a part-sale to Chinese Dongfeng motor company and the French government.
From: Autocar 12/10/2013
Lord March announces Goodwood Revival 2014 dates
Goodwood's pre-1966 historic motor racing event provisionally scheduled for 12-14 September.
From: Autocar 12/10/2013
Audi TTS Limited Edition
By way of celebrating half a million sales of the TT since the launch of the original car back in 1998, Audi has created a new model called the TTS Limited Edition.
From: CARkeys 11/10/2013
Alpina Launches 345bhp Diesels
The latest in a long line of BMWs reworked by tuning specialist (and manufacturer in its own right) Alpina is the D3, a 3-Series conversion using a tuned example of BMW's three-litre six-cylinder turbo diesel engine.
From: CARkeys 11/10/2013
New Diesel For Vauxhall Meriva
The 1.6-litre CDTi diesel engine recently introduced to the Zafira Tourer range is about to become available in Vauxhall's smaller MPV, the Meriva.
From: CARkeys 11/10/2013
Toyota Reveals New Safety Systems
Toyota has been, if anything, a bit late to the market with its Pre-Collision System, which was introduced only last year to the Lexus LS 600h.
From: CARkeys 11/10/2013
UK needs government intervention to drive up LPG vehicle sales
The duty on LPG fuel should be frozen to encourage more motorists to switch, says British firm.
From: Autocar 11/10/2013
New Mini safety systems shown
Minis to get head-up display and other passive safety systems; first to receive the kit will be the all-new hatchback.
From: Autocar 11/10/2013
Young driver age limit could rise to 18 under new proposals
New Government-commissioned report also recommends night-time driving restrictions for young drivers and a new graduated licensing procedure for novices.
From: Autocar 11/10/2013
Quick news: Rolls-Royce grows in Asia, Toyota shows safety tech
Toyota to introduce automatic steering and partially autonomous driving; Audi's new special TTS Limited Edition.
From: Autocar 11/10/2013
New front-engined Ferrari revealed in patents
Recently published illustrations reveal potential Ferrari California replacement; could feature turbocharged 3.8-litre V8 and rear-mounted hybrid system.
From: Autocar 11/10/2013
Kia Soul EV to cost "around £25k"
The forthcoming Kia Soul EV will cost around £25,000 when it launches late next year.
From: Autocar 10/10/2013
597bhp Mustang to debut at SEMA show
A specially comissioned Ford Mustang will make its world debut at the SEMA show in Las Vegas.
From: Autocar 10/10/2013
Hyundai Genesis Legato concept to debut at SEMA show
Vibrant Hyundai coupé offers 395bhp from 4.0-litre V6 engine; will be shown at Las Vegas show in November.
From: Autocar 10/10/2013
Kia rules out luxury launch for UK
Kia bosses say there isn't a business case to launch upmarket models, although improved specifications could attract new buyers.
From: Autocar 10/10/2013
All-new Mini - latest spy shots
The 2014 Mini hatchback spotted testing in Europe only partially camouflaged - full technical details revealed.
From: Autocar 10/10/2013
BMW 2-series spotted testing - plus spec details revealed
Full specifications for the upcoming BMW 2-series, including the performance M235i, revealed online alongside new spy shots.
From: Autocar 10/10/2013
Porsche Macan teased ahead of LA Motor Show debut
New Porsche compact SUV to launch in the US, will take on Evoque and BMW X3 in Europe.
From: Autocar 10/10/2013
New Porsche Macan 4x4 - first ride
The Macan, Porsche's new junior SUV, impresses with its road and off-road ability on a ride with its test team.
From: Autocar 09/10/2013
Facelifted Vauxhall Meriva gets efficient new diesel engine
Vauxhall's flexible compact people carrier gets a refresh; features new 1.6-litre diesel engine capable of 64.2mpg and minor cosmetic updates.
From: Autocar 09/10/2013
Aston Martin posts £24.9 million loss
Post-tax losses of almost £25 million posted by Aston Martin; firm blames European sales and product launches for poor results.
From: Autocar 09/10/2013
2015 Smart Fortwo - first pictures
The final production version of the Smart Fortwo has been spotted testing in Europe.
From: Autocar 09/10/2013
Quick news: New Mazda CX-5 trim, Ford tests autonomous parking
Mazda releases a new variant of its CX-5 to target the fleet market, while Ford shows its self-parking and obstacle-avoidance technologies.
From: Autocar 09/10/2013
Mazda 3 Battle of the classes
What's the best compact car? That question is as impossible to answer as "What's the tastiest food?" The answer is personal. However, it is possible to say what the sweetest or sourest food is. For Mazda the best compact car is spacious, comfortable and a bit sporty. With that in mind, did Mazda manage to make the best possible compact car?
From: Autozine 09/10/2013
Mazda CX-5 SE-L Lux
"Reacting to customer feedback," it says, Mazda has created a new model in the CX-5 SUV range, and it's on sale now.
From: CARkeys 08/10/2013
Mitsubishi teases three SUV concepts for 2013 Tokyo motor show
Mitsubishi is planning a new concept car bonanza at the Tokyo motor show from 22 November 2013, with three takes on the idea of a fuel-sipping SUV.
From: CAR Magazine 08/10/2013
Cadillac Escalade (2013) first official pictures
Struggling to cast the perfect vehicle for your new rap video? Been holding out for a new car to collect protection money in? Wait no longer: the quintessential American blingmobile is back - the all-new Cadillac Escalade.
From: CAR Magazine 08/10/2013
2015 Ford Focus ST - first pictures
The facelifted Ford Focus ST has been spotted testing at the Nurburgring.
From: Autocar 08/10/2013
McLaren P1 production begins
First production McLaren P1 hypercars enter production in Woking.
From: Autocar 08/10/2013
Mitsubishi reveals new SUV and MPV concepts
Mitsubishi will reveal three all-new concept cars at the Toyko motor show in November, two SUVs and one MPV.
From: Autocar 08/10/2013
Audi announces price increases
Audi A1, Q3, Q7 and TT all affected by inflation-led price increases — but price of S line spec falls.
From: Autocar 08/10/2013
Nissan GT-R Nismo poised to set 'Ring record
Former Formula 1 driver Sébastien Buemi is posied to set a new lap record for the Nissan GT-R at the Nurburgring this week.
From: Autocar 08/10/2013
SsangYong Rexton W to cost £21,995
SsangYong has released official launch details about its new Rexton W SUV.
From: Autocar 08/10/2013
Lower CO2 For MG6 Diesels
Fuel economy and CO2 emissions have improved on diesel-engined MG6s of both the GT and Magnette varieties.
From: CARkeys 07/10/2013
CAR tech: building the world's fastest EV
What if you could toss all the qualms about electric cars out the window and build one that doesn't care one iota about range nor looking like a conservative marshmallow designed by styling clinics?
From: CAR Magazine 07/10/2013
Koenigsegg One:1 targets 280mph
New limited-edition Swedish supercar gets 1400bhp engine, a top speed of around 280mph and a £1.3 million price tag.
From: Autocar 07/10/2013
Next-gen Audi Q7 spotted - latest pictures
New Audi Q7, set to be released in 2015, spotted testing in Europe - 350kg lighter than outgoing model.
From: Autocar 07/10/2013
Quick news: MG6 goes green, Audi confirms new RS3
MG lowers emissions on its MG6 diesel, while Audi confirms a successor to the RS3 is in development.
From: Autocar 07/10/2013
New Ford Focus facelift spotted
New Ford Focus, expected to launch next year, spotted undergoing final testing at the Nurburgring.
From: Autocar 07/10/2013
WRC legend Sebastien Loeb: picture retrospective
After nine world championships and 78 victories, Sébastien Loeb has retired from the World Rally Championship. Here are the pictorial highlights from his record-breaking domination of the sport.
From: Autocar 07/10/2013
Vettel prevails at Korean Grand Prix
Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel takes his fourth straight win at an eventful Korean Grand Prix, further securing his championship standing.
From: Autocar 06/10/2013
Learning the Nurburgring
The Nurburgring is easy to fall in love with, but notoriously hard to get right. Can our driver-in-training learn his lines?
From: Autocar 06/10/2013
Aces of chases: On track with the police pursuit school
Forget the TV shows - this is how it's really done. We hitch a ride on road and track with the Police.
From: Autocar 05/10/2013
The 40th anniversary of Mitsubishi Motors in Europe - picture special
We take a look back at the the highlights from Mitsubishi Motors Corporation's 40 years on the Continent.
From: Autocar 05/10/2013
UK Car Registrations September 2013
UK new car registrations in September reached 403,136, the first time the monthly figure has exceeded 400,000 since March 2008.
From: CARkeys 04/10/2013
Thrust 2 world land speed record: 30 years on
Richard Noble broke the land speed record 30 years ago. Then he led a team that went supersonic. Now the goal is 1000mph.
From: Autocar 04/10/2013
Caterham targets expansion through tie-ups
Caterham will seek further joint venture projects to increase sales and target new markets.
From: Autocar 04/10/2013
Caterham Seven: old vs new
Forty years ago, a new car company called Caterham Cars came into being - in a pub in Primrose Hill, as you're asking.
From: Autocar 04/10/2013
Skoda Rapid Spaceback
Skoda specialises in building large cars at small prices. By keeping it simple and by making clever use of existing technology, Skoda can offer larger cars than others, while asking the same price. So far Skoda has steered clear of the most popular segment of the market: mid-sized vehicles. This is now all about to change. Is the Rapid a true mid-sized car at the price of a compact car?
From: Autozine 04/10/2013
Zenos E10 (2013) designs for new lightweight roadster shown
Zenos Cars has released sketches of its new E10 sports car, as well as purported specs for the track-day two-seater. From the sketches, we can spot hints of BAC Mono and Caterham AeroSeven concept, but with more aggressive aerodynamic body addenda than both. Read on for the more on the Zenos E10
From: CAR Magazine 03/10/2013
Next-gen Nissan Qashqai engine range revealed
Turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine to feature in second-generation Qashqai engine line-up.
From: Autocar 03/10/2013
Callaway Corvette AeroWagon confirmed for production
Corvette tuner Callaway is to put its Corvette shooting brake, named the Callaway AeroWagon, into production.
From: Autocar 03/10/2013
New Peugeot 308 to cost £14,495
Pricing and specification details released for new Peugeot 308 hatchback; set to cost more than a Focus but feature better equipment levels.
From: Autocar 03/10/2013
Quick news: Facelift Skoda Yeti prices; Free MG6 upgrades; Alfa Romeo 4C servicing
Facelifted Skoda Yeti to cost from £16,600; Free trim upgrades for MG6; New 4C sports car service intervals confirmed.
From: Autocar 03/10/2013
Students design Fiats of the future
Fiat's top designers have launched a two-month competition, involving 60 postgraduate vehicle design students at the Royal College of Art, aimed at producing "innovative, out of the box" concepts for 2020 versions of their two best-selling cars, the 500 and the Panda.
From: Autocar 03/10/2013
Skoda Rapid Spaceback And Yeti Pricing
Skoda has revealed the pricing of its two latest models on the same day. The entry figure for the Rapid Spaceback is £14,340, for which you get an 85bhp 1.2-litre turbo petrol TSI engine, manual transmission and the most basic S trim level.
From: CARkeys 03/10/2013
New Peugeot 308 Pricing
The 2014 Peugeot 308 - a very much lighter car than the current model - is available to order now, priced from £14,495, and is due to be in the hands of its earliest UK customers on January 4.
From: CARkeys 02/10/2013
2014 Toyota Land Cruiser Here Soon
Toyota's latest version of the Land Cruiser will make its UK debut on December 1, priced from £34,995. All versions come with the Toyota Touch 2 information system, which has a much better screen resolution than its predecessor and is also pre-loaded with TomTom Real Time Traffic and Google Street View, both of them available to use free of charge for one year.
From: CARkeys 02/10/2013
2014 Subaru Outback
The revised Subaru Outback will go on sale in the UK on November 1. There has been some work on the interior and exterior styling, and the suspension has been tweaked to improve the ride and handling, though those were not things we'd previously thought of as being a problem on the Outback.
From: CARkeys 02/10/2013
Hyundai and Kia to get more distinct design languages
Hyundai and Kia will explore different designs which will give them greater differentiation in the market.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
2014 Toyota Land Cruiser priced from £34,995
A Euro V-compliant engine is among modifications for the Toyota Land Cruiser facelift; prices to start below £35k.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
Ford Sierra RS Cosworth and other appreciating classics
Is the classic Ford Sierra Cosworth as much of a bargain as it first appears? You have to speculate to accumulate, after all.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
Jaguar Land Rover closes on sales record
Jaguar Land Rover is on course to generate £2.75bn in pre-tax earnings by next April, according to latest figures. As a result, the firm is on target to be the most successful company in the history of the home-grown British car industry.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
Zenos Cars: How to build a modern, basic sports car
Caterham Cars alumni Ansar Ali and Mark Edwards are using cutting-edge tech to create a new, low-cost, driver-focused sports car. We investigate Zenos Cars.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
Skoda Rapid Spaceback pricing announced
The Skoda Rapid Spaceback will be priced from £14,340 when it goes on sale next January.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
Quick news: 11,500 Dacia sales; Subaru Outback facelift; Maserati boosts sales
New powertrain for Subaru Outback; Former Ikea boss joins Volvo board; Cadillac won't feature a diesel until after 2014; Maserati has received 20,000 orders this year; Dacia delivers its 10,000th car.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
Land Rover to open factory in Brazil
Company advert reveals that JLR is seeking staff for a new production plant based in Brazil, following similar announcements from Audi and Mercedes.
From: Autocar 02/10/2013
Caterham-Alpine car due in 2016
Joint-venture sports car developed between Caterham and Alpine on sale in 2016, built at joint-owned Dieppe factory.
From: Autocar 01/10/2013
McLaren 12C GT Sprint to cost £195,000
The track-focussed McLaren 12C GT Sprint will cost £195,000, it has been announced.
From: Autocar 01/10/2013
Quick news: Maserati boosts sales; delay for Cadillac diesel
Volvo Cars has appointed Mikael Ohlsson to its board of directors. Ohlsson is a former IKEA Group boss and takes over the position on the board of directors that was occupied by Håkan Samuelsson. Volvo says he brings a "deep knowledge of customer-focused retail operations".
From: Autocar 01/10/2013
Rolls-Royce SUV under evaluation
A Rolls-Royce SUV is under active consideration, Autocar has learned.
From: Autocar 01/10/2013
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