Maruti Suzuki planning a 2-cylinder Alto to challenge Nano
As we've reported before, while Maruti Suzuki is still the clear market leader in India, its market share is slowly declining and has gone below the 50% mark in the previous quarter. …
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Australian GP cost taxpayers $49 million – some are angry!
It has been revealed that the Formula 1 Australian GP has posted a big loss this year. The Victorian government, which hosts the race at Albert Park, Melbourne said this year's edition …
First “factory built” Fisker Karma hybrid to debut in Paris
Remember the Fisker Karma? The California-based startup wheeled out the outlandishly styled Karma plug-in hybrid sports sedan back in 2008, and recently announced that the car will go into production after securing …
Suzuki SX4 steps into the dark side for UK special edition
Click to enlarge The Suzuki SX4 is a nice urban runabout that has done pretty well in the Klang Valley since its launch in 2007. Its funky pseudo SUV looks attracts those …
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS previewed ahead of Paris show
Click to enlarge Yes, it's yet another 911 variant with the same old looks, but everyone still dreams of a Porsche, no? Anyway, this is the 911 Carrera GTS that will be …
2012 Ford Focus ST with 247 bhp to debut at Paris show
The focus on Ford's stand at the upcoming Paris Motor Show will be the third-generation Focus. Although the Blue Oval has already wheeled out its C-segment global car earlier this year in …
Daimler to use Renault-Nissan electric vehicle tech
Here are some updates on the collaboration between Daimler and the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Back in April when the partnership was announced, the stated scope was focussed on small car development and engine …
Heidfeld replaces Pedro de la Rosa at Sauber from next race
Sauber has announced that Nick Heidfeld will race for the team again, starting from the next race in Singapore. He takes Pedro de la Rosa's race seat and will race alongside Kamui …
New drivetrains for facelifted Chevrolet Captiva
It was something waiting to happen. The Chevrolet Captiva SUV has been given a facelift that incorporates Chevy's new family look, as seen on recent products like the Cruze, Beat and Orlando …
Kimi Raikkonen coming back to Formula 1 via Renault?
Many observers had expected Kimi Raikkonen to remain in the World Rally Championship next year, but it looks like the Iceman misses Formula 1 and is eyeing a return. Autosport reports that …
Abarth reveals Esseesse versions of 500C and Punto Evo
Abarth's conversion kits have been a huge success, with the scorpion brand reporting that one Abarth 500 in three is upgraded with the official kit. With that in mind, it's only logical …
Audi S1 set for Paris debut, first S car without quattro
It is confirmed that next month's Paris Motor Show will see the debut of the new Audi S1, the hot version of the A1 that will go after the Mini Cooper S. …
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Test Drive Review from Japan
UPDATE: Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.4 launched in Malaysia - RM129,363.00 By now, you probably won't be surprised to hear that Mitusbishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) is a busy company for 2010 with a …
Coolest truck in the world gets “digital mud” graphics
This writer isn't the biggest fans of pick-up trucks, but I can't deny the coolness of the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. Remember those monster trucks on TV long, long time ago? Here's …
Cosworth sets Lotus free from engine contract, path is now clear to secure Renault powertrain for 2011!
We told you last week that Lotus Racing was seeking to use Renault engines, and a deal has been agreed in principal, with the former's three-year engine supply contract with Cosworth being …
FIA: No new teams for 2011 Formula 1 season
Looks like there won't be a 13th team on next year's F1 grid after all. This is after the sport's governing body announced that none of the parties bidding for the slot …
Ferrari escapes further punishment over team orders row
Ferrari has escaped further punishment over the "team orders" incident at the German GP, where race leader Massa was ordered to let Alonso pass him to win the race. The FIA's World …
Lexus Malaysia reaches 1,000-unit sales milestone
UMW Toyota Motor's Lexus Malaysia division recently reached the milestone of 1,000 units sold since the premium brand was officially launched here at the end of 2006. The 1,000th unit was a …
Stick to the law, JPJ is watching via army of MMS snipers!
While we use our camera phones to bring you spyshots, many have been using them to catch traffic offenders in action. Bernama reports that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) has received 26,880 …
Production of BMW M6 and its mighty 5.0-litre V10 ends
It's the end of the road for the current BMW M6 as Munich has announced the end of production of the M6 Coupé and Convertible. In total 14,152 examples were built since …
