Citroen DS5 completes the Different Spirit line-up
Citroen has unveiled the third model in its DS line in Shanghai, and this one is pretty much targeted at the executive segment. The DS5, as it's called, is based on the …
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Volkswagen Beetle – new generation bug makes debut
Thirteen years since the New Beetle arrived on the scene, and more than a million examples on, the new to replace the New is finally here - The Beetle, as the new …
ISIS AM01 – a street-legal sportscar based on the Saker GT
Click to enlarge It's called the ISIS AM01, and it's built by a small Dutch company called Isis Cars, which is the brainchild of Anton van Nunen and Max Alting Siberg. The …
Nissan Leaf start-up problems to be rectified
Nissan has said it will launch a voluntarily repair service campaign for its Leaf electric vehicle to address problems of some vehicles being unable to start, according to reports. The company has …
Jazeman Jaafar accomplishes two podium finishes in Monza
It was a good day out for Jazeman Jaafar at the opening round of the 2011 Cooper Tires British F3 International Series at Monza, Italy - the Malaysian managed to get to …
SEAT to expand into China – Leon and Ibiza set for 2012
Another brand joins the fray in that very important automotive market known as China. Spanish brand SEAT announces its impending arrival there with its participation at the Shanghai Motor Show, which begins …
Lotus Cars gets £270m bankroll from six financial institutions
Looks like Lotus Cars Limited's five-year business plan is on. The wholly-owned subsidiary of Proton Holdings today signed an agreement for facilities amounting to £270 million (RM1.33 billion), extended by a syndicate …
Ford to introduce 15 new models in China by 2015
According to a Reuters report, Ford is set to introduce no less than 15 new models into the Chinese market by 2015 as part of its agressive expansion plans in the world's …
Kia Forte Koup captures company’s first-ever racing win
It's the first one ever for the company, making it a meaningful and historic moment for Kia Motors in just its second year of involvement in motorsports. The company scored the first …
Sebastian Vettel puts Infiniti’s road-cars through their paces
Click to enlarge Fresh from his win at the Malaysian Grand Prix, and ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix, Formula One World Champion Sebastian Vettel had a different type of cameo …
Volkswagen mulling stake in Isuzu, eyeing possible takeover
According to reports, Volkswagen is considering taking a stake in Isuzu Motors or purchasing the company outright, though it looks like a decision won't be made anytime soon. Seemingly, one of VW's …
Aston Martin Racing Vantage GT3 to replace DBRS9
Click to enlarge Aston Martin Racing has announced the introduction of its new Vantage GT3 race car - based on the V12 Vantage road-going version, the new car will be ready for …
Puspakom inspection for used cars to be expanded – from June 1, roadworthiness condition check to be compulsory
Beginning June 1, all second-hand, refurbished and modified vehicles will be required to undergo a more detailed inspection by Puspakom before they are allowed to be sold. This is what Domestic Trade, …
Kia Forte named Debut Model of the Year by Frost & Sullivan
The Naza Kia Forte has bagged another award, the latest being its sixth since its debut here in November 2009. The car was named as the Debut Model of the Year at …
Alfa Romeo 159 gets new interior and 136 hp 2.0 JTDM diesel
Click to enlarge To keep things fresh and kicking, Alfa Romeo has dressed up the interior of its 159 sedan for 2011, as well as introduced a new engine variant into the …
DBM Energy Hummingbird – from hero to zero to hero again
It's something that has all the makings of a movie - newcomer bursts on to the scene with an EV capable of stupendous range, demonstrating so in a run. Then, allegations of …
Lexus LF-Gh hybrid – the face of the future GS emerges
Full images of the Lexus LF-Gh hybrid concept, which is set to make its global debut at the 2011 New York International Auto Show next week, have come about. The concept - …
Scuderi split-cycle engine – all set to revolutionise things
Click to enlarge Here's something for the techies. It's a split-cycle mill called the Scuderi Engine, and it's designed by the Scuderi Group, a US engine development company. What the company says …
Infiniti builds G37 Zero Car for Spanish Rally Championship
An Infiniti G37 Coupe S has been designated as the Work Car Zero in the 2011 season of the Rallies Championship of Spain - the car, supplied by Infiniti to the Royal …
MINI officially returns to rallying – WRC Team launched
The MINI WRC Team was officially launched at the MINI plant in Oxford yesterday, marking the return of the brand to the motorsport discipline that made it famous. This season, the team …
