Tata Xenon pick-up truck launched in India
Remember the Tata Telcoline pick-up truck? Here's a just launched successor called the Tata Xenon. The Xenon is a basic, utilitarian pick-up truck, and this is reflected in the no-frills design, although …
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Toyota Camry SE Sport – US market limited edition
The US-market gets a special 2012 Toyota Camry SE Sport, which reaches showrooms this week. This limited edition is available only for the base engine, a 178 hp 2.5 litre four-cylinder Dual …
Jaguar XFR Speed – limiter raised to 280 km/h
Jaguar has given its XFR an extra dose of speed. The Jaguar XFR Speed Pack features a speed limiter raised to 280 km/h, from 250 km/h. The super saloon's supercharged 5.0 litre …
Petronas Syntium Team takes 1-2 finish at MMER 2012
The Petronas Syntium Team (PST) has achieved its goal at the Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race (MMER) 2012, and also improved on its previous effort in the weekend's 13th edition by scoring a …
Nissan Sylphy launched in Thailand – new model gets improved 1.6, new 1.8, CVT; from 746,000 baht
Sawadee krub! We are reporting live from Bangkok, where the next-generation Nissan Sylphy has been launched for the Thai market, the second country to introduce the car after China. Our northern neighbour …
Second-gen Toyota Mark X gets aggressive facelift
Like the all-new Mazda 6 we showed you this morning? Here's more sedan from Japan, this time the facelifted second-gen Toyota Mark X for 2013. Our urban readers might be familiar with …
All-new Mazda 6 revealed – Skyactiv tech, Kodo design
The next-generation Mazda 6 has made its world debut at the Moscow Motor Show, and we now have full details of Mazda's D-segment challenger, which is the second car after the CX-5 …
Petronas Syntium Team seeks to defend MMER crown
The Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race (MMER) returns to Sepang this week, and reigning champions Petronas Syntium Team (PST) have only one thing in mind - to defend their crown. Bringing both Mercedes-Benz …
Sexy Lexus LF-LC concept makes progress for Sydney
Remember the Lexus LF-LC Concept from this year's Detroit show? After that stunner in red wowed the world and bagged the EyesOn Design Award at NAIAS, a happy Toyota considered making the …
Diesel MINIs for Thailand thanks to Euro 4 fuel
After implementing Euro 4 fuel standards, Thailand will for the first time get diesel-powered MINIs. BMW Thailand will import oil burning versions of the MINI Hatch, Countryman and Coupe. Slower selling models …
Sacked Lotus CEO Dany Bahar files claim against DRB
Remember ex-Lotus CEO Dany Bahar? The sacked exec has filed a claim against Group Lotus and its Malaysian parent DRB-Hicom for wrongful dismissal. Bahar was suspended in May following "a complaint about …
Porsche 911 range welcomes AWD Carrera 4 and 4S
The Porsche 991 family is set to welcome two new all-wheel drive members - the 911 Carrera 4 and 4S, available in Coupe and Cabriolet forms. The all-paw duo will debut at …
VIDEO: JDM 2013 Toyota Auris on the move
We had a good look at the 2013 Toyota Auris last week, including an ad of the five-door hatchback featuring a rather eye-catching model! Here's another video, but relax, there's no nudity …
Kia K3 – China gets K9-style grille and unique rear end, we get first glimpse at the dashboard
The Kia K3, or the next-generation Kia Forte to us, was officially shown last month sporting an Optima K5-style face and more organic styling. Now, spyshots from China show a K3 with …
European-spec fourth-generation Honda CR-V detailed
The fourth-generation Honda CR-V made its debut late last year in LA and was launched in the same month (November) in Japan, where we reported live from the Tokyo Motor Show. The …
Renault Scala shown in India – it’s a Nissan Almera!
Renault has revealed a new car for India, and it's their version of the Nissan Almera! Called Renault Scala, the sedan is said to be redesigned by local designers at Renault’s Mumbai …
Nissan hires a Champion in the field of auto testing
How to ensure that your cars get into the good books of Consumer Reports? Hire a top guy from there! Nissan USA, which plans to launch five new vehicles in 15 months, …
Volvo considering a small car to rival MINI, Audi A1
Chic, premium small cars are all the rage now. BMW kicked off proceedings with a reborn icon, and the MINI's tremendous success spawned rivals such as the Audi A1, Alfa Romeo Mito …
Land Rover Freelander 2 gets ‘premium overhaul’ for MY 2013 – new design and features for cabin
With all spotlights shining on glamour model Range Rover Evoque, many have forgotten that the Land Rover Freelander 2 exists. Well not only is this handsome SUV still on sale, Land Rover …
Spyshots of facelifted Suzuki Alto surface in China
The Suzuki Alto, also known as the Maruti A-Star in India, has been given a facelift, as this sighting by Autohome in China confirms. The mini car made its debut in India …
