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Next-gen Skoda Superb will be a "revelation"
Next-generation Skoda Superb will remain the firm's flagship model, but the saloon/hatchback tailgate will not remain.
From: Autocar 31/12/2013
BMW 4-series Gran Coupe to join range
The 4-series Gran Coupé is conceived as a sportier and practical alternative to the 3-series.
From: Autocar 30/12/2013
Schumacher remains in stable but critical condition
Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher remains in an induced coma in hospital.
From: Autocar 30/12/2013
New BMW X4 to kick off BMW's 2014 SUV offensive
BMW is to launch three new SUVs this year - and its M division is also planning launches for two new models.
From: Autocar 29/12/2013
Steve Cropley: A year in motoring
Some of the most memorable moments from the past 12 months, as seen by our resident editor in chief.
From: Autocar 29/12/2013
Best cars of 2013: McLaren 12C Spider
A couple of years ago, a McLaren Automotive development engineer explained to me one of the key advantages you benefit from when crash-testing a supercar with a carbonfibre tub.
From: Autocar 29/12/2013
Best cars of 2013: Ford Fiesta ST
The Fiesta ST is already being hailed as one of Ford's greatest hot hatches ever, and with good reason.
From: Autocar 28/12/2013
Citroen C4 Cactus - exclusive studio photos
Citroen re-invents the classically French car. Simple, unpretentious and focused on making journeys easy, rather than pure driving dynamics.
From: Autocar 28/12/2013
Jaguar Land Rover looks to nature to cut CO2
JLR is researching natural structures and ancient architecture in a bid to save weight in its cars and cut their CO2.
From: Autocar 27/12/2013
Skoda plans Evoque-style SUV and Octavia CC
A sporty SUV and sleek four-door saloon are in Skoda's development pipeline, due to launch after the next-gen Fabia.
From: Autocar 27/12/2013
The biggest news stories of 2013
The past 12 months have been an incredible year for news - we count down the top ten news stories of the year, as decided by you.
From: Autocar 27/12/2013
Qoros set to reveal new model at Geneva motor show
Chinese manufacturer Qoros to unveil second production model at the Geneva motor show; due to go on sale in China in 2014.
From: Autocar 27/12/2013
Christmas road test: Specialized S-Works + McLaren Venge
McLaren supplies the tech, Mark Cavendish races it and we road test it.
From: Autocar 26/12/2013
New Mercedes-Benz C-class AMG Line details revealed
Latest pictures of the AMG Line C-class exterior styling pack reveal a more aggressive look; will be seen for the first time at the Detroit motor show.
From: Autocar 26/12/2013
Citroen C4 Cactus previewed
Citroën releases several preview images of the upcoming C4 Cactus; will launch early in 2014 with 'simple' engine range.
From: Autocar 26/12/2013
New Lamborghini Huracan - exclusive studio pictures
The 600bhp V10-engined Huracan goes on sale in the UK in Autumn next year. See new pictures of the latest Lamborghini in our exclusive studio shoot.
From: Autocar 25/12/2013
Autocar's best pictures of 2013
As the shutters come down on another year, our photographers pick their favourite images that they've captured from the past 12 months.
From: Autocar 25/12/2013
Best cars of 2013: Ferrari F12 Berlinetta
The F12 Berlinetta is a car that demands your trust, and your skill. Supply it with those things and the result is a fine machine indeed.
From: Autocar 25/12/2013
Best cars of 2013: Alfa Romeo 4C
The 4C has the potential to be a truly great car, even if at the moment it only feels 95 per cent finished.
From: Autocar 24/12/2013
New trademark registrations hint at upcoming Audi models
Recent trademarks suggest high-performance versions of Audi's forthcoming Q2 may be in the works, as well as a Q9 and a production fuel cell-powered Audi A7.
From: Autocar 24/12/2013
Sin For Sale
A powerful road-going two-seater sports car will make its world debut in early January on the second anniversary of the two companies behind it meeting for the first time.
From: CARkeys 23/12/2013
CAR Most Wanted of 2014: Ferrari 458 Speciale
The first time we checked out the Ferrari 458 Speciale, it was parked tantalisingly in the bowels of the Ferrari's Maranello factory.
From: CAR Magazine 23/12/2013
Win a BMW winter driving course with CAR
How exhilarating is it to drift a high-performance BMW M3 on an ice circuit? Or take on punishing, snowy terrain in a BMW 4x4? You can find out for yourself, if you win our competition prize.
From: CAR Magazine 23/12/2013
Best cars of 2013: Volkswagen Golf
With such a broad range of talents, the Volkswagen Golf is hard to fault.
From: Autocar 23/12/2013
Next-gen BMW 7-series spotted with new bodywork
New BMW 7-series sets S-class rival firmly in its sights, as latest test models show development is proceeding.
From: Autocar 23/12/2013
UK's longest running motorsport event under threat
Brighton and Hove council plan to remove permissions to hold the Brighton Speed Trials.
From: Autocar 23/12/2013
Jaguar XKR-S GT leads Performance Car Show stars
The Jaguar XKR-S GT, Aston Martin Vanquish and Tesla Model S will lead the stars at next month's Performance Car Show and Autosport International.
From: Autocar 23/12/2013
New Mercedes-Benz C-class engines revealed - plus exclusive studio photos
The larger, wider C-class will go on sale in 2014 - get up close to Mercedes' new rival to the BMW 3-series in our exclusive set of studio photos.
From: Autocar 22/12/2013
Best cars of 2013: Jaguar F-type
It's been 40 years since Jaguar last had a proper sports car in its line-up, but the F-type is making up for lost time.
From: Autocar 22/12/2013
History of Maserati - picture special
Next year, Maserati turns 100 years old with the Italian car maker throwing a year-long celebration, kicking off this month. We look back at the fruitful, and at times turbulent, history of the luxury Italian car firm.
From: Autocar 21/12/2013
Lamborghini Huracan (2014) first official pictures
Say hello to the Lamborghini Huracán LP 610-4 - the replacement for the best-selling Lambo in history, the Gallardo.
From: CAR Magazine 20/12/2013
CAR Most Wanted of 2014: Alfa Romeo Giulia
Strictly, the Alfa Romeo Giulia won't go on sale in the UK until 2015, but given it was first slated for a 2012-dated (!) launch, we'll allow it inclusion here.
From: CAR Magazine 20/12/2013
Sin R1 road car for Autosport International debut
New road-going version of the 200mph Sin R1 supercar to be seen for the first time in January.
From: Autocar 20/12/2013
Next Nissan Murano spotted - new pictures
Prototype of the new Nissan Murano spotted testing; Nissan is evaluating whether to bring it to the UK.
From: Autocar 20/12/2013
Lamborghini Huracan revealed - plus exclusive studio picture
All-new Lamborghini succeeds Gallardo; promises more than 600bhp from V10 engine and a 200mph-plus top speed.
From: Autocar 20/12/2013
Citroen to establish DS brand in China
New DS 5LS is set to become a flagship model for the brand in China, but that's just the start of Citroën's Chinese expansion plans.
From: Autocar 20/12/2013
Next-gen Mini Clubman spotted - latest pictures
New Mini Clubman spotted ahead of its 2015 launch; gets new styling and larger body.
From: Autocar 20/12/2013
Four Vauxhall Limited Editions
Vauxhall has introduced limited-edition versions of the Corsa, Astra (in two body styles) and Insignia. They all have Limited Edition in their titles, with the exception of the Corsa, which is called Sting instead.
From: CARkeys 19/12/2013
Audi RSQ3 (2014) CAR review
The first performance 4x4 built by Audi's Quattro tuning division was the unhinged Q7 V12 TDI, a lofty two-and-a-half-tonne leviathan with a 493bhp twin-turbo 6.0-litre diesel engine. It cost £100k and was intimately acquainted with understeer. Quattro's second attempt at a hotrod SUV - and the first to officially wear an RS badge - is more sensible.
From: CAR Magazine 19/12/2013
CAR Most Wanted of 2014: Land Rover Freelander
Settle down, Range Rover, and your Sport and Evoque cousins. It's now Land Rover's turn for a high-tech new 4x4 family, and it kicks off with the new Land Rover Freelander. Except, as CAR reported earlier in 2013, the Freelander replacement will bin that name - and, hopes Land Rover, the moniker's poor reliability connotations.
From: CAR Magazine 19/12/2013
Lexus, Honda and Kia reveal teasers for 2014 Detroit auto show
Ahead of the Detroit motor show in January 2014, Lexus, Honda and Kia have all received teaser shots of their new offerings. We've rounded the up into one bite-size story to cut to the heart of what we're really looking at.
From: CAR Magazine 19/12/2013
Citroen DS 5LS (2014) first official pictures
The Citroen DS 5LS has been shown in Paris to a group of Chinese media, as the brand pushes its 'Frenchness' with a C-segment saloon for the world's biggest market.
From: CAR Magazine 19/12/2013
Skoda confirms new large SUV for 2016
A new large SUV is on the way from Skoda which will be closely related to the VW Crossblue.
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
New Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG facelift - first pictures
First spy pictures show the newly facelifted Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG testing ahead of its launch in 2014.
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
Quick news: Vauxhall limited editions, London Mayor tries EV taxi
Vauxhall announced limited edition models of the Astra, Corsa and Insignia, while Honda starts sales of its Vezel SUV in Japan.
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
Lamborghini Gallardo replacement revealed - new leaked images
Image of the successor to the Lamborghini Gallardo, the Huracan, have been leaked online.
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
Aston Martin and Mercedes-Benz confirm technical partnership
Aston gets access to AMG resources to develop bespoke V8 engines; partnership could extend to platforms - Aston SUV plan revived, too.
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
New Honda Fit for Detroit motor show debut
All-new Honda Fit will be seen for the first time at the Detroit motor show in January; due in the UK in 2015, but badged as the Jazz.
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
New Overfinch Range Rover revealed
Overfinch's latest Range Rover features extensive use of carbonfibre, veneer and leather; it demonstrates "British craftsmanship at its best".
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
New Lexus F model previewed
Lexus teases new F model concept to be shown at the Detroit motor show in January; likely to be based on RC coupé.
From: Autocar 19/12/2013
MINI John Cooper Works Concept
A design study based on the recently-announced third-generation MINI hatchback will make its world debut at the Detroit Show next month.
From: CARkeys 18/12/2013
Mitsubishi ASX Price Drop
Mitsubishi has reduced the prices of every model in its ASX range by well over £1000. The entry-level ASX2, with a 1.6-litre petrol engine and manual gearbox, is now £1500 cheaper than before at £14,999.
From: CARkeys 18/12/2013
Honda Civic Safety Pack
Honda is about to offer a Driver Assistance Safety Pack as an optional extra on several versions of the Civic.
From: CARkeys 18/12/2013
European Car Registrations November 2013
November was the third month in succession in which more cars were registered in Europe than during the same period in 2012, according to the latest research by JATO Dynamics.
From: CARkeys 18/12/2013
Dacia leads European car market growth in 2013
Data for the first 11 months of 2013 shows strong demand for new cars, Dacia leads the pack with volume growth while other manufacturers suffer from poor sales.
From: Autocar 18/12/2013
Nissan BladeGlider will become handling benchmark
Development bosses on the new Nissan BladeGlider electric sports car say it has the potential to become a benchmark for the rest of the industry.
From: Autocar 18/12/2013
Audi to launch 11 new models in major sales push
Audi Q1 to spearhead new product offensive, firm targets annual sales of two million by 2020.
From: Autocar 18/12/2013
Quick news: Zenos E10 for Autosport launch, Mercedes S-class production
The Zenos E10 sports car will make its debut at the Autosport International show in January, while Mercedes adds extra working hours to its factories to keep up with S-class demand.
From: Autocar 18/12/2013
BMW i8 Spyder hits development challenges
Engineering the BMW i8 Spyder is presenting major challenges for its development team, say BMW officials.
From: Autocar 18/12/2013
Detroit motor show 2014 preview
An all-new Mercedes-Benz, a preview of the John Cooper Works Mini concept and a closely guarded Audi crossover concept are just some of the highlights of the Detroit motor show 2014.
From: Autocar 18/12/2013
New Kia sports car concept for Detroit motor show
Kia will show an all-new four-seat sports car concept in January; first preview image released.
From: Autocar 18/12/2013
Toyota technology museum From loom to Lexus
The headquarters of Toyota are located in "Toyota City", Japan. Around Toyota City the most important plants are situated as well. Yet the "Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology" is located some 50 km away in the city of Nagoya. That's because Mr Toyoda (no typo) founded his first factory here in 1911. Autozine visited the birthplace of Toyota.
From: Autozine 18/12/2013
2014 Car Of The Year Finalists
From an initial "long list" of thirty, the number of cars eligible for the 2014 Car of the Year award has been reduced to seven.
From: CARkeys 17/12/2013
Online Radio In Fords
The first radio playing app to be integrated with Ford's SYNC with AppLink system has been announced.
From: CARkeys 17/12/2013
Mini John Cooper Works concept (2014) first official pictures
This is the Mini John Cooper Works concept, which previews the look of the hottest version of the new third-gen Mini. The new JCW takes the larger, third-gen Mini three-door, which was revealed at Oxford last month, and gives it a triple nostrilled front bumper, red bodywork accents and myriad (doubtless superficial) vents for a racier look than its predecessor.
From: CAR Magazine 17/12/2013
CAR 20 Most Wanted of 2014: VW Golf R
Everyone knows the Golf GTI: fun, practical, affordable, understated, it's the default hot hatch. The Golf R is more complex: unravel its DNA and you'll find traces of the four-wheel drive, supercharged Mk2 Rallye, the front-drive Mk3 VR6 with its 2.8-litre V6 and leather interior, the Mk4 and Mk5 four-wheel-drive R32 and the Mk6 R that ditched the potent V6 for a punchier, more fuel-efficient turbo four. It'd be a nightmare of a custody battle.
From: CAR Magazine 17/12/2013
BMW vs Winter: how to beat the freeze
Winter: the long nights, slippery roads and punishing weather can turn driving from a pleasure into a chore. But to ensure you get home safely this winter - or merely to entertain you with our antics - we've created some stories and videos of us tackling wintry conditions in cars.
From: CAR Magazine 17/12/2013
Future Fiat 500 and Panda designed by students
Students from the Royal College of Art present their ideas for future models from the Italian brand.
From: Autocar 17/12/2013
Chrysler 200 spotted undisguised
All-new Chrysler 200 spotted as part of official photoshoot; interior seen for the first time.
From: Autocar 17/12/2013
UK motor insurance industry faces crackdown
Findings by Competition Commission reveal the UK's motor insurance market is not working in the interests of motorists.
From: Autocar 17/12/2013
Detroit motor show 2014 dates
The Detroit motor show will take place between 13-26 January; Autocar reporting live from the event.
From: Autocar 17/12/2013
2014 Mercedes C-Class
The current Mercedes-Benz C-Class, introduced in 2007, is shortly to be replaced by a car of the same name which is both larger and lighter.
From: CARkeys 16/12/2013
Revised Toyota Verso
An updated version of the Toyota Verso MPV will become available to order in the UK on February 1, with first customer deliveries scheduled for March.
From: CARkeys 16/12/2013
Car of the Year 2014 shortlist announced
The seven-car shortlist for the 2014 Car of the Year [CotY] award has been announced. The jury is looking for 'the most outstanding new car go on sale in the [last] 12 months.
From: CAR Magazine 16/12/2013
BMW 2-series Active Tourer (2015) BMW MPV scooped undisguised
Munich hopes that this will conquer new mini-MPV territory: the BMW 2-series Active Tourer. It's the production version of the BWW Concept Active Tourer we first saw back in 2011, and the undisguised version of the car we scooped earlier in 2013. The name will be 'Active Tourer'-suffixed, not '2-series GT' as previously thought.
From: CAR Magazine 16/12/2013
CAR 20 Most Wanted of 2014: Audi A4
Once bitten, twice shy? We talked up the 'new' platform for the current Audi A4 before launch, and it turned out to be nothing special.
From: CAR Magazine 16/12/2013
BMW performance boss sees market for hot M7
Although it's not in the product plan at the moment, BMW M division's engineering boss says an M-badged 7-series has potential.
From: Autocar 16/12/2013
New 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-class revealed
Mercedes' new rival to BMW's 3-series is now bigger and lighter than before, with S-class tech and a high-quality cabin.
From: Autocar 16/12/2013
BMW 2-series Active Tourer caught undisguised
The first front-wheel-drive BMW in the company's history will go on sale next year; model caught undisguised in official photoshoot.
From: Autocar 16/12/2013
Caterham AeroSeven gets Autosport International debut
New 237bhp Caterham AeroSeven to go on sale in 2014 following public debut at Autosport show in January.
From: Autocar 16/12/2013
European Car of the Year shortlist announced
Seven cars have been selected to contend for the title of European Car of the Year 2014; entrants include BMW i3, Skoda Octavia and Citroen C4 Picasso.
From: Autocar 16/12/2013
Citroen DS3 Cabrio Racing confirmed
Citroen confirms it will put its DS3 Cabrio Racing into production; it's expected to be priced at around £30,000.
From: Autocar 16/12/2013
Mercedes-Benz C-class estate spotted - new pictures
The new Mercedes-Benz C-class estate has been caught testing in this latest set of spy shots.
From: Autocar 16/12/2013
Renault developing autonomous driving technology
Renault says it will have a self-driving car on the road by 2020. We reveal the technology behind it and examine the French firm's other high-tech advances.
From: Autocar 15/12/2013
CAR 20 Most Wanted of 2014: Maserati Levante
If Maserati's plot to sell 50,000 cars annually by 2016 is to succeed, the Trident's super-SUV needs to fly out of showrooms fast enough to give salesmen whiplash.
From: CAR Magazine 13/12/2013
Jose Mourinho supercar (2014) first teaser shot
In an own goal for taste, Chelsea FC manager Jose 'Special One' Mourinho has joined a joint project with tuning firm Mansory and self-styled high society club Raff House to create a new supercar.
From: CAR Magazine 13/12/2013
Hyundai prioritises customer loyalty over rapid sales growth
Hyundai boss says Korean firm will target improved customer retention in 2014 rather than aggressive expansion.
From: Autocar 13/12/2013
Citroen DS 5LS previewed
Citroen teases its latest saloon for China, which will be revealed in full before the end of the month.
From: Autocar 13/12/2013
GM sells stake in PSA Peugeot Citroen
General Motors sells its share in PSA for $250 million, but both companies will continue with their joint-venture projects.
From: Autocar 13/12/2013
Ford to test self-driving car technology in the US
New Ford Fusion Hybrid research vehicle revealed in Michigan; will test future autonomous vehicle technology.
From: Autocar 13/12/2013
Revised BMW X1 for Detroit motor show debut
BMW X1 receives mild styling tweaks for the 2014 model year, to be seen in January.
From: Autocar 13/12/2013
Pure Fusion Design BMW Z4 to be shown in Detroit
BMW Z4 tuned by Pure Fusion gets upgraded interior, will be seen for the first time in January.
From: Autocar 13/12/2013
Seat revival hinges on new SUV
Spanish car maker will add a new SUV to its lineup in 2016, while also looking into a new compact SUV and finalising the next Leon Cupra.
From: Autocar 13/12/2013
The New BMW M3 (And M4)
Some considerable time after the launch of the current-generation 3-Series, BMW has revealed the details of the high-performance variant.
From: CARkeys 12/12/2013
Nissan aiming to build radically different 2015 Le Mans prototype
Nissan is targeting an entry into the 2015 Le Mans 24hrs with a race car that will be radically different to the LMP1 prototypes fielded by Porsche, Audi and Toyota.
From: CAR Magazine 12/12/2013
CAR 20 Most Wanted of 2014: BMW i8
There's no more exciting way to start our top 20 most wanted countdown than with a BMW supercar. This is no petrol-powered M1 successor three decades late, but a sexy hybrid capable of a 4.5sec 0-62mph sprint, or a fairy-tale 114mpg.
From: CAR Magazine 12/12/2013
Rinspeed XchangE concept to be shown in Geneva
'Business class'-style cabin concept for autonomous vehicle is revealed by Rinspeed.
From: Autocar 12/12/2013
Best car deals: Citroen C4, Skoda Superb, Mini hatchback
Autocar's top car leasing deals and new car discounts for this week, including offers on the Citroen C4 Picasso, Skoda Superb, Mini and Mercedes C-class.
From: Autocar 12/12/2013
Lamborghini Gallardo replacement - new pictures
Lamborghini's all-new sports car caught testing ahead of Geneva motor show launch in 2014; tipped to be called Cabrera.
From: Autocar 12/12/2013
Audi R8 e-tron to be built
Advanced battery technology breathes new life into Ingolstadt's aborted zero-emission supercar.
From: Autocar 12/12/2013
BMW M3 saloon (2014) first official pictures
This is the new BMW M3 saloon. It's lighter, more powerful and more fuel-efficient than the old V8-powered M3 - and BMW claims it's even sharper to drive. Read on for CAR's definitive M3 deep-dive.
From: CAR Magazine 11/12/2013
BMW M4 coupe (2014) first official pictures
June 21 2014 is the day the new BMW M4 goes on sale, yet BMW has released full details for the production version of its new hero ahead of its Detroit show debut in January. In case you missed it, the M4 is the new name for the two-door M3, and the flagship M version is more powerful, faster and tougher than ever.
From: CAR Magazine 11/12/2013
Volvo XC coupe concept (2014) gives first glimpse of new XC90 styling
A teaser picture and two design sketches give the latest official clues to how the 2014 Volvo XC90 will look.
From: CAR Magazine 11/12/2013
CAR meets Porsche's 2014 Le Mans chief
Porsche is returning to Le Mans in 2014 for the first time since 1998 with an all-new LMP1 prototype, and with ex-Red Bull Racing Formula One driver Mark Webber as its star driver. Audi has dominated Le Mans for the past decade, but new-for-2014 rules allow for any engine size and configuration, and instead focus on energy consumption per lap.
From: CAR Magazine 11/12/2013
Vauxhall VXR8 GTS set for Autosport International debut
VXR8 GTS super-saloon can outrun a BMW M5, Mercedes E63 AMG and Jaguar XFR-S.
From: Autocar 11/12/2013
Volvo Concept XC for Detroit motor show debut
New Volvo concept car to be seen for the first time in January; points toward next XC90 styling.
From: Autocar 11/12/2013
Skoda Octavia Scout to launch in 2014
New Octavia estate offers 4x4 capability and more rugged styling; Skoda is also working on new luxury version.
From: Autocar 11/12/2013
GM ends Holden manufacturing
General Motors announces it will stop making vehicles in Australia and New Zealand by end of 2017.
From: Autocar 11/12/2013
Porsche Macan - first ride
Our latest ride in Porsche's new SUV shows a snappy, agile car with plenty of comfort and refinement.
From: Autocar 11/12/2013
Hyundai announces Shell as partner for 2014 rally return
Hyundai has announced Shell as the major sponsor of its World Rally Championship and revealed its 2014 livery ahead of its first event - the Monte Carlo Rally - in January. The official name of the team is the Hyundai Shell World Rally Team.
From: CAR Magazine 10/12/2013
New baby Jaguar saloon design ready
Design boss says the shape of Jaguar's new BMW 3-series rival has been signed off; due to be revealed next autumn.
From: Autocar 10/12/2013
Audi R18 e-tron quattro begins testing
The new Audi R18 e-tron quattro LMP1 race car has started testing in the US.
From: Autocar 10/12/2013
Porsche Macan to get four-cylinder engine range
The Porsche Macan SUV will be sold with four cylinder engines "in the foreseeable" future, according to company engineers. That will make the compact SUV the first Porsche model with a four-pot engine since the 968 model ended production in 1995.
From: Autocar 10/12/2013
GM announces first female CEO
General Motors announces Mary Barra will take over as CEO of the company from January.
From: Autocar 10/12/2013
Dealer puts McLaren P1 up for sale
Dubai luxury car dealer puts new McLaren P1 on sale for €1,515,000.
From: Autocar 10/12/2013
Jaguar SUV spotted - latest pictures
These are the best pictures yet of the new Jaguar SUV, due in 2016.
From: Autocar 10/12/2013
SsangYong Restyles The Korando
SsangYong has given the front end of its Korando SUV a completely new look for the 2014 model year, with a smaller grille, redesigned headlights, LED daytime running lights and a wider low-level air intake.
From: CARkeys 09/12/2013
Audi S3 Saloon
The third modern-day Audi S3, based on the saloon bodyshell, is available to order in the UK now.
From: CARkeys 09/12/2013
Lexus RC-F (2014) first teaser shot
Lexus has confirmed a new F-model coupe will have wheels, a large vent inspired by the old IS-F super-saloon, and trademark 'Ultra Blue' paint.
From: CAR Magazine 09/12/2013
Jaguar to lose oval grille
Current-generation XK to be the last model to use oval grille hallmark, says design boss.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
Jaguar plant to build new four-cylinder engines from 2014
JLR will start testing its new four-cylinder engine range from spring next year, to be used in almost every model.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
New Jaguar XF and XJ saloons in development
Design boss Ian Callum confirms work is proceeding on next-generation Jaguar models.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
BMW M235i Racing shown in new video
Racing-spec BMW 2-series to be sold to privateer race teams from 2014 for €59,500.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
New Toyota Supra concept for Detroit motor show
Toyota confirms performance concept car for Detroit, could point to next-generation Supra.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
Electric Ford Mustang considered
Ford is considering "all options" for powertrains with the new Mustang; could include diesel, hybrid and electric drive.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
Ssangyong Korando updated for 2014
Korando compact SUV gets significant upgrades inside and out for the MY2014.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
Land Rover Freelander replacement spotted - latest pictures
Set become part of an extended Discovery family, the Freelander replacement has been photographed testing in an all-new body.
From: Autocar 09/12/2013
McLaren 12C MSO concept revealed
McLaren's Special Operations division reveals bespoke 12C concept car.
From: Autocar 07/12/2013
History of the Audi RS - picture special
With Audi's RS division celebrating its 20th anniversary next year, we take a look back at the German manufacturer's halo range of performance cars.
From: Autocar 07/12/2013
McLaren P1 At The Nurburgring
For those of you who think - and there are plenty who don't - that a lap time at the Nurburgring Nordschleife race circuit is an important statistic for a high-performance road car, McLaren's announcement about testing its 903bhp P1 hybrid supercar there should be of great interest.
From: CARkeys 06/12/2013
2015 Seat Leon ST Cupra spotted - first pictures
Hot Leon ST Cupra spotted testing; expected to get 265bhp, a lowered ride height and large twin exhausts.
From: Autocar 06/12/2013
New British tuning company launches
Alcraft Motor Company sets its sights on enhancing the "British design values" of UK models.
From: Autocar 06/12/2013
UK Car Registrations November 2013
Last month was the strongest November for UK car registrations since 2004, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. For the year to date, the figure is 2,111,189, already ahead of the total for 2012, and the SMMT still stands by a previous forecast that the figure for 2013 will be around 2.25 million.
From: CARkeys 05/12/2013
Ford Ka Concept
It's still a couple of years from production, but Ford has confirmed that a new Ka is definitely on the way.
From: CARkeys 05/12/2013
Chevrolet Withdrawal
General Motors has decided that Chevrolet will no longer have a mainstream presence in Europe from 2016.
From: CARkeys 05/12/2013
Ford Mustang For UK
Ford launched its first Mustang nearly half a century ago, in April 1964, and sales of cars with that name now exceed nine million. Not one of them was officially sold by Ford in this country, but that's about to change.
From: CARkeys 05/12/2013
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (2014) first teaser picture
Coincidence? On the same day that Ford has revealed the new Mustang, Chevrolet has announced a new Corvette in a cheeky bid by one iconic American sports car to deflect attention away from another. Unlike the Mustang it's not an all-new model, but instead a harder, faster, more track-focused variant of the Corvette, the new Z06.
From: CAR Magazine 05/12/2013
Virgin enters 2014 Formula E championship: worth a watch?
Sir Richard Branson will back a Virgin-entered car in the 2014 Formula-E championship, it's been announced today (5 December 2013). It's the ninth confirmed entry for the all-electric racing series, which gets underway in September 2014. But is this high-profile entry enough to make the championship credible to motor racing fans?
From: CAR Magazine 05/12/2013
Toyota Yaris World Rally Car under construction
The Japanese manufacturer is fettling a Yaris WRC test mule to gauge its potential for a possible return to rallying.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
2015 Ford Mustang revealed
This all-new Ford Mustang will be launched in April, 50 years after the original; UK gets right-hand drive.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
GM to axe Chevrolet in Europe by 2015
Vice chairman of General Motors announces that the Chevrolet brand will be pulled from Europe in order to focus on Opel and Vauxhall.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
Best car deals: Honda Accord, Citroen DS4, Audi A8, Mazda CX-5
The top car-leasing deals and new car discounts for this week, including offers on the Honda Accord, Citroen DS4, Audi A8 and A6, and the Mazda CX-5.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
New car registrations on track to hit 2.25 million target
Latest figures from the SMMT show the UK car market is on track to hit its target of 2.25 million vehicle registrations in 2013.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
Quick news: Citroen DS3 concept, Renault proceeds with joint venture
Citroen partners with cosmetics firm to create one-off DS3, while Renault gets Chinese approval for its new joint venture with Dongfeng.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
New Ford Ka concept shown
This is the new Ford Ka concept, which has been shown in Europe for the first time at an event in Spain.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
Infiniti Q50 Eau Rogue concept previewed
The Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge concept has been previewed ahead of its official reveal at the Detroit motor show in January.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
Jaguar Land Rover to open factory in Brazil
JLR reveals plans for a new production plant in Brazil, following similar announcements from Audi and Mercedes.
From: Autocar 05/12/2013
Small Audi SUV Confirmed
Beyond the rather fanciful artist's impression shown above there are very few details to relate, but Audi has at least confirmed that a new SUV will go into production in 2016.
From: CARkeys 04/12/2013
New Renault Megane Pricing
The facelifted versions of the Renault Megane Hatch, Coupé and Sport Tourer are available to order now and will appear in UK dealerships in January.
From: CARkeys 04/12/2013
New Dodge Challenger spotted testing
Numerous test mules spotted in the US spark rumours of a new 'Hellcat' engine, producing over 600bhp.
From: Autocar 04/12/2013
BMW i8 sold out for 2014
The BMW i8 hybrid supercar is sold out until the end of 2014, despite deliveries to customers not beginning until next year.
From: Autocar 04/12/2013
Quick news: Honda's WTCC Civic; Porsche's vintage Le Mans cars
Honda shows its 2014 World Touring Car Championship challenger, while Porsche works on restoring its Le Mans fleet ready for next year's pre-race parade.
From: Autocar 04/12/2013
Toyota Yaris updated for 2014
Yaris and Yaris Hybrid models get new trim levels and greener engines for the 2014 model year.
From: Autocar 04/12/2013
A14 toll plans scrapped as Government increases road funding
Plans to make motorists pay to use one of the UK's busiest transport routes have been dropped.
From: Autocar 04/12/2013
New Saab 9-3 production starts - latest pictures
NEVS-backed car resumes production in Sweden; petrol variants to be replaced with all-electric model in 2014.
From: Autocar 04/12/2013
BMW-Toyota making big steps in EV technology
BMW and Toyota's partnership has already meant big steps forward in battery technology, say bosses.
From: Autocar 03/12/2013
Saleen confirms electric car project
Saleen has confirmed it is working on a new electric car, with plans to reveal the model in full early next year.
From: Autocar 03/12/2013
Saleen confirms electric car project
Latest spy photos of the new Mercedes V-class reveal a camouflaged prototype in development.
From: Autocar 03/12/2013
Audi Q1 (2016) tiny SUV confirmed by Audi
The Audi Q1 has been confirmed by the German car maker as part of its expansion to a 60-model line-up by 2020 - including a glut of which will be Q-badged SUVs. The letter Q, of course, is the designation for the brand's SUV line-up, which currently kicks-off with the Audi A3-based Q3.
From: CAR Magazine 02/12/2013
Volvo to launch world's first large-scale self-driving car test
Volvo is to begin field trials of self-driving cars in order for its cars to handle real-world situations without the input of a driver.
From: Autocar 02/12/2013
New Saab 9-3 production starts
NEVS-backed car resumes production in Sweden; petrol variants to be replaced with all-electric model in 2014.
From: Autocar 02/12/2013
Colibri one-seater receives 700 pre-orders
New city car to enter production in 2015.
From: Autocar 02/12/2013
Lamborghini Veneno Roadster gets public debut
New €3.3 million V12 supercar shown to the public on an Italian aircraft carrier in Abu Dhabi.
From: Autocar 02/12/2013
Facelifted Renault Megane to cost from £16,745
The facelifted Renault Megane has gone on sale, with prices starting at £16,745.
From: Autocar 02/12/2013
Nissan IDx concepts to spawn production coupés
Nissan's new IDx concepts could become a production reality.
From: Autocar 01/12/2013
New BMW 5-series scooped
New platform and lightweight materials for 2016 exec car; wider range of engines could include turbo triples; design takes cues from Gran Lusso Coupé.
From: Autocar 01/12/2013
Porsche Cayenne Porsche launches special edition Cayenne
Porsche is upgrading the Cayenne six-cylinder model via a special series known as the Platinum Edition. The Platinum Edition Cayenne and Cayenne Diesel models feature some especially high-quality equipment and offer many of the most-requested options as standard. Externally, the special status of these models is demonstrated by the numerous detailed paint finishes in Platinum Silver Metallic, while a unique ambience has been created in the interior with two-tone fittings. Porsche assigns the Platinum Edition designation to its exclusive vehicle ranges that are available for a limited period only.
From: Autozine 01/12/2013
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