Subaru names its version of the FT-86 the BRZ
Subaru has finally announced the name for its pending rear-wheel drive sports car, known so far as the 0846, and the company's version of the Toyota FT-86 project will be known as …
Kia Rio – five-door to make European market debut
The third-generation Kia Rio is set to make its European market entrance, joining the compact fray in the UK at the beginning of next month. The UB hatch, which made its debut …
Working towards an ultra-small commuter for the elderly
Over in Japan, plans are afoot to see if a senior-friendly car can be developed for older folk. Reports say that a group of prefectural governors has proposed the idea of such …
Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG revealed – NA V8 with 415 hp
UPDATE: Hi res gallery of beauty and actions shots added Mercedes-Benz has revealed its most powerful SLK to date, the latest SLK55 AMG, ahead of its Frankfurt world debut. As the range …
McLaren gets investment from Singaporean billionaire
This just in - McLaren Automotive has announced that Singaporean billionaire Peter Lim has made a "significant investment" in the UK sports car manufacturer. Mr Lim is the 8th richest man in …
Morgan to go electric: +E programme prototypes in 2012
Click to enlarge. Nothing escapes the electric route, it would seem. Morgan Motor Company, working together with British specialist companies Zytek and Radshape, is developing a high-performance electric sportscar prototype. The Morgan …
Cadillac Ciel Concept is all about the romance of the drive
Flamboyant, full blown concept cars have been decreasing in numbers these days, with more carmakers coming up with 'concepts' that are almost production ready. Here's a wow inducing, jaw dropping one from …
Frankfurt preview: Kia four-door sports sedan concept
Kia is set to unveil its latest concept, a four-door sports sedan, at the IAA in Frankfurt next month. The company hasn't revealed much about the vehicle - not even a name …
No more teasing, Infiniti JX Concept is now fully revealed
We've had few rounds of teasers already, so here's the full monty. The Infiniti JX Concept has been revealed at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance by Nissan Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura. …
SAIC-GM to sell Chinese minivans in India by 2012
Chinese minivans are set to make their move into a new market - India. Reports say that General Motors and its Chinese partner Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp will start building the minivans …
Frankfurt preview: B-segment SsangYong Concept XUV 1
Here's what SsangYong will bring to Frankfurt - the Concept XUV 1. The Korean brand, now owned by Mahindra & Mahindra of India, released these teaser pics of their showcar, which we …
Frankfurt preview: Jaguar C-X16 production concept
Click to enlarge image Here's another concept that will debut at Frankfurt show, which is shaping out to be quite big and busy fest. The C-X16 is what Jaguar calls a "production …
Audi Urban Concept: Spyder to join Sportback in Frankfurt
Click to enlarge. The Audi Urban Concept Sportback 1+1 ultra-light concept announced for Frankfurt is set to be joined by a second, open-top Spyder version. The variant of the electric-powered vehicle features …
US market Honda Fit Sport gets mild update in and out
The Honda Jazz, which is called Fit in North America (as with in Japan), gets a mild update for model year 2012. The Honda Fit Sport variant gets revised looks, there are …
New car brand to be born in Frankfurt – Eterniti Motors
Besides new models and concepts, next month's Frankfurt show will also see the birth of a new automotive brand. Eterniti Motors (EM) is a London based company that aims to build bespoke …
Land Rover Defender gets new 2.2 liter turbodiesel engine
While the iconic Land Rover Defender still looks very similiar to the Defenders of the past, its heart has been undergoing a few revisions over the years, with the most recent engine …
Infiniti JX Concept – teaser image number six released
Click to enlarge image Infiniti has released the sixth (and we presume final) teaser image of its upcoming JX Concept, which will be fully unveiled three days from now at the 2011 …
Frankfurt preview: Production Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Toyota is finally ready to launch its Prius Plug-in Hybrid, which will make its debut in Frankfurt in production form. The user rechargeable Prius is Toyota's first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) …
New Toyota Camry exposed by Canadian buyer’s guide!
The new Toyota Camry will be officially launched simultaneously in four locations across the US on August 23, but it has already been exposed, thanks to a French language Canadian car buyer's …
Ferrari to debut 458 Spider at Frankfurt, Scuderia in 2013
We know that a topless Ferrari 458 is on the way, and it looks like Frankfurt will be the launch venue. The 458 Spider, sister to the fixed top 458 Italia, will …
