Hyundai developing ‘Sonata-lite’ for China
Reuters reports that exclusively for the Chinese market, Hyundai is working on a model that will sit between the Sonata (pictured) and the Elantra. The idea is to create a vehicle that's …
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Mini MINIs help out at London Olympics
Sometimes the little things mean the most. BMW has put three of these small radio-controlled MINIs to field duty at the Olympic Stadium: to ferry javelins, discuses, hammers and shots back from …
Ford introducing virtual factory to improve efficiency
In a move to cut costs and improve efficiency, Ford is developing a complete virtual factory to simulate assembly line production processes. This will enable engineers to work together on 'virtual build …
Porsche Cayman by Alpha-N Performance – 800 hp
German meisters Alpha-N Performance has produced a tuning package for Porsche's Cayman to create what they call the Alpha One. Apart from packing 800 hp, this mean machine features carbon fibre composite …
MINI Paceman – ‘spy shots’ posted on Facebook
Another MINI spin-off, this time a sleeker Countryman with two fewer doors. We reported on the Paceman's production go-ahead at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show, and now we can tell you it …
New Lexus LS unveiled, F Sport new addition to range
You’ve already been teased and treated to lots of leaked photos, and now it’s official – the new generation 2013 Lexus LS range has been launched globally, making its debut at the …
Thai students beat own record at Shell Eco-marathon Asia – five Malaysian teams take honours
How far can your car travel on one litre of fuel? Ten kilometres, perhaps twenty at absolute best? Now imagine a fuel consumption figure of 2,903 km/litre. That’s KL to Bangkok and …
Jag XJ Ultimate – special Coventry cat presented in China
For the select few who consider their XJs a little too, ahem, common, Jaguar provides a solution in the form of the XJ Ultimate, which pounces on to the global stage here …
Citroen Numero 9 Concept exudes dark glamour
C’est magnifique! Having whetted the appetite of the world’s press with pictures of its Numero 9 Concept beforehand (we ran an earlier story here), Citroen finally bared all at Auto China 2012 …
First Denza electric vehicle surfaces at Auto China 2012
Hot on the trail of electric vehicle brands like Fisker Automotive and Tesla Motors is newcomer Denza, the result of a 50:50 joint venture between China’s BYD and Mercedes’ parent company Daimler. …
Peugeot Urban Crossover Concept hints at the future
Set aside sensibilities like practicality and emissions regulations for a moment and see what happens when you really bring together the purest forms of ‘Motion and Emotion’ in a car. Peugeot has …
Renault Talisman brings Korean charm to the Chinese
This is the Talisman, another product of the Franco-Korean alliance Renault Samsung Motors that premiered yesterday at Auto China 2012. For the ever-brand-conscious Chinese market, this car wears a Renault badge but …
Nissan Sylphy gets new engine and updated CVT
Nissan has released the new iteration of its Sylphy, the compact sedan which pitches against the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic, and you saw it here first at Auto China 2012. Apart …
BMW’s i8 Concept blows the top off at Auto China 2012
Making its first global appearance in Beijing is the BMW i8 Spyder Concept, which is an open top variant of the i8 plug-in hybrid that first debuted at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor …
Lambo Urus concept SUV makes world debut in Beijing
Here's the Beijing show stealer, and with good reason. The Lamborghini Urus, a four-seater super SUV, was presented to the world as a concept today amidst much fanfare. For a start, Lambo …
Youngman Lotus T5 – could this be Proton’s new SUV?
Ni hao from Beijing! Youngman Lotus took the wraps off this relatively handsome high-rider at the very busy Auto China 2012 earlier today. We're here covering it live. You'd be forgiven for …
