Chevrolet Malibu set to be brand’s flagship in Europe
The new Malibu is set to be Chevrolet's European flagship model - the midsize sedan, which debuted in Shanghai in April, will make its first appearance on the continent at Frankfurt and …
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Westfield iRACER – 260 hp, 660 Nm track-bound electric
Click to enlarge. This is the Westfield iRACER, a track focused electric vehicle set to take part in the EVCUP, the world’s first circuit racing series exclusively featuring zero-emission electric vehicles. Designed …
Lego Technic Unimog U400 – playfully plastic, this one
Yes, it's a Mercedes-Benz Universal Motor Gerät (better known as the Unimog) multi-purpose 4WD medium truck you see in the photos, going for cheap, but you can't drive - or for that …
Mercedes-Benz SLK 250 CDI – diesel for the first time
Not as exciting as the recently revealed AMG version, but potent enough for most, and frugal at that. Diesel has finally found its way on to the Mercedes-Benz SLK, and the first …
Ford and Toyota to collaborate on new hybrid system for SUVs and pick-ups, as well as telematics standards
Ford and Toyota will be working together as equal partners to develop a new, advanced hybrid system for pick-ups and SUVs in North America. The system is expected to be ready for …
Frankfurt preview: Ferrari 458 Spider
Ferrari will be debuting the world's first mid-rear engined berlinetta equipped with a retractable hard top at the Frankfurt show next month - the 458 Spider is set to join the 458 …
Volkswagen up! due out in Europe in December – three versions and two engine output choices at launch
Volkswagen's new small car, the up!, will be launched in Europe in December. At point of entry, there will be three versions to cater for different budgets and needs - the take …
Frankfurt preview: Maserati GranCabrio Fendi
Click to enlarge. Well, this would be the ideal present for the other half. What's better than a Fendi baguette handbag for the missus (or ahem, girlfriend)? Why, a Maserati GranCabrio Fendi, …
Formula Renault 3.5 single-seater to debut in 2012 World Series by Renault season
Next season's World Series by Renault will see the competitive debut of the new Formula Renault 3.5. The latest version of the single-seater – developed by Renault Sport Technologies and its various …
Subaru names its version of the FT-86 the BRZ
Subaru has finally announced the name for its pending rear-wheel drive sports car, known so far as the 0846, and the company's version of the Toyota FT-86 project will be known as …
My Proton Makeover – 1992 Saga to be first car reworked
The 'My Proton Makeover' contest, which Proton announced as part of its 1Perayaan Proton programme, has kicked off, and first up to bat in the project will be a 1992 Saga owned …
Kia Rio – five-door to make European market debut
The third-generation Kia Rio is set to make its European market entrance, joining the compact fray in the UK at the beginning of next month. The UB hatch, which made its debut …
Working towards an ultra-small commuter for the elderly
Over in Japan, plans are afoot to see if a senior-friendly car can be developed for older folk. Reports say that a group of prefectural governors has proposed the idea of such …
Morgan to go electric: +E programme prototypes in 2012
Click to enlarge. Nothing escapes the electric route, it would seem. Morgan Motor Company, working together with British specialist companies Zytek and Radshape, is developing a high-performance electric sportscar prototype. The Morgan …
Frankfurt preview: Kia four-door sports sedan concept
Kia is set to unveil its latest concept, a four-door sports sedan, at the IAA in Frankfurt next month. The company hasn't revealed much about the vehicle - not even a name …
SAIC-GM to sell Chinese minivans in India by 2012
Chinese minivans are set to make their move into a new market - India. Reports say that General Motors and its Chinese partner Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp will start building the minivans …
Audi Urban Concept: Spyder to join Sportback in Frankfurt
Click to enlarge. The Audi Urban Concept Sportback 1+1 ultra-light concept announced for Frankfurt is set to be joined by a second, open-top Spyder version. The variant of the electric-powered vehicle features …
gogopal Q5.0 GPS navigator – a lot of kit for the price
The personal GPS navigation device has certainly come a long way and made great inroads, especially in the last half a decade. These days, prices have become competitive, and you can get …
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport production begins in Bangladesh
Another production location opens up for the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, in Bangladesh - Mitsubishi has announced that it has begun local production and sales of the SUV in the country. The Pajero …
MIROS gets new director-general
The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research, otherwise known as MIROS, has a new director-general. Associate Professor Dr Wong Shaw Voon, director of the Vehicle Safety and Biomechanics (VSB) Research Centre of …
