New Maruti Swift off to a great start, 80% ordered diesel!
Maruti Suzuki launched the new Swift in India last week, and the supermini has got off to the best possible start. Even before the price was announced at the launch, Maruti received …
Toyota Camry definitely has Hyundai’s Sonata in its sights
Well, it's very much a case of can't ignore any more, and making no bones about it at that - a report says that Toyota's new seventh-gen Camry definitely has the Hyundai …
Bumper to bumper – Mazda recycles old to make new
Over in Japan, Mazda has begun recycling scrapped bumpers from end-of-life vehicles (ELV) to obtain raw material for use in new vehicle bumpers. The new technology is initially being used to make …
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 …
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 …
Mercedes B-Class image leaked ahead of Frankfurt debut
This is the first official image of the all new Mercedes-Benz B-Class, leaked ahead of its world debut at the Frankfurt show. Aspects that have been improved over the current "Compact Sports …
2012 Audi A8 Hybrid powered by 2.0L TFSI inline-4
Audi will add a hybrid variant to its flagship Audi A8 for production 2012, using a hybrid drivetrain that mates Audi's 2.0 litre TFSI engine to a disc-shaped electric motor. The inline-4 …
Volkswagen Polo GTI brochure uploaded on microsite
UPDATE: Volkswagen Polo GTI launched in Sepang - read our full launch story. Check it out (there's a full screen view) - Volkswagen has uploaded the brochure for the upcoming Volkswagen Polo …
Mazda axes the rotary RX-8 due to low sales and emissions
Mazda, the Zoom-Zoom brand famous for its rotary engined sports cars, has decided stop making the RX-8, the only rotary powered model in its current range. Factors linked to the death of …
7th-gen US market 2012 Toyota Camry finally revealed
We've had glimpses of it already, but here are the official details and images of the 2012 Toyota Camry, which has been finally launched. The seventh-generation Camry makes its debut in America, …
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 …
Targeting 100k US sales, Mitsubishi fields Lancer SE AWD
US market Lancer Ralliart is a junior Evo with 237 hp 4B11T, AWD and Twin Clutch-SST Mitsubishi sales in the US has been on a downward trend, but the company is fighting …
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: Seventh-gen Porsche 911 revealed!
Yes, believe it, this is the new seventh-generation Porsche 911 Carrera. Despite the same same looks, Porsche is calling this '991' model 'completely redesigned'. Try mocking their lazy designers and you'll get …
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, …
Facelifted Chevrolet Captiva is here – 2.4 petrol, RM155k
UPDATE: Full gallery from the launch event added Naza Quest, distributor of Chevrolet vehicles in Malaysia, launched the facelifted Chevrolet Captiva at its Jalan Ampang showroom this afternoon. This introduction is the …
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 …
