New Hyundai 2.0L Theta GDI Turbo engine
Hyundai has developed a new turbocharged gasoline direct injection version of its Theta family engine. The Theta family is essentially a derivative of the GEMA World Engine project, a joint venture between …
Volkswagen Scirocco TUNE IT! SAFE! Concept
The TUNE IT! SAFE! program is an initiative by the German Federal Ministry of Transport, the VDAT (Association of German Car Tuners) and Messe Essen (Essen trade fair company) and is held …
3rd Generation Lexus RX unveiled at LA 2008!
Lexus has unveiled the new Lexus RX range at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show today. The RX will be offered with a two-model range, the RX350 with a regular 3.5 litre …
Honda India drops Honda Civic Hybrid prices, sound familiar?
Honda Siel Cars India has dropped the price of its Honda Civic Hybrid sedan by Rs 8 lakh (approximately RM57,600), which means the car which previously costed Rs 21.5 lakh (RM155,000) since …
New Europestar Jingyue based on Proton Persona
Youngman Automobile's Europestar brand has just launched its second offering in the China market, the Europestar Jingyue, also called the Europestar Persona.
Toyota Auris gets new Toyota 1NR-FE 1.33L Dual VVT-i engine in UK line-up
Toyota has replaced the 1.4 liter VVT-i engine (4ZZ-FE) in the Toyota Auris with a new 1.33 liter Dual VVT-i engine (1NR-FE) that produces more power, and more torque.
Kia ceed CRDi race car wins Slovakian hill-climb
Slovakian racer Jaroslav Baranek entered a race-prepped diesel-powered Kia cee'd in the Slovak Motor Sport Association's diesel-only hill-climb championship and managed win the championship clinching the first place in 6 out of …
Renault Clio Renaultsport 197 Lux
Renault UK has packaged some of its optional creature comforts into a cheaper-priced pack, allowing potential owners who want them to get them for a half price compared to if they were …
Ford reduces Mazda stake from 33.4% to 13
Another one of the big 3 is dumping their stocks in other car brands in order to stay afloat. This time it's Ford will be reducing their 33.4% stake in Mazda to …
Vauxhall Insignia wins 2009 Car of the Year award!
The new Vauxhall Insignia (UK name, also called the Opel Insignia in Europe) has been voted as the 2009 Car of the Year (Europe)!
New extended Audi A4L for the China market
Audi claims the new Audi A4L is the first long wheelbase version of a car in its segment, with a 60mm longer wheelbase compared to the A4.
New Ford Focus TDCi with 6-speed twin clutch Powershift launched in Thailand
Ford is selling 4-door and 5-door versions of the new Ford Focus TDCi diesel with 6-speed Powershift transmission for 1,099,000 Thai bahts.
GM sells its Suzuki stake to stay float
As it doesn't look like GM is going to receive any federal bailout anytime soon, it's raising some cash to stay afloat by selling all of its stake in Suzuki - 3% …
Chery sets up assembly base in Thailand
Chinese automaker Chery Automobile Co Ltd signed an agreement with Thai company Thai Chery Yarnyon last Friday to assemble SKD (semi-knocked down) packs of Chery vehicles in Thailand. An initial planned capacity …
Next generation SLK to feature an oil burner?
The next gen Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster set to debut in Spring 2010 will come with a 204 PS 2.2L twin turbo diesel variant.
Mercedes-Benz to replace CLK with E-Class Coupe
Mercedes-Benz will axe the CLK in its current form and replace it with a 2-door coupe that is based on the E-Class chassis.
Opel Zafira powered by 1.6 liter CNG turbo engine
The Opel Zafira people mover is now available with a 1.6 liter turbocharged CNG engine that produces 150 horsepower and 210Nm of torque.
Mazda Demio – changes for 2009 model year
Mazda has changed a few things on the Mazda Demio (Mazda 2) for the 2009 model year, it's not a facelift but more like some minor equipment changes. The interior's center panel …
Lotus Sport 2-Eleven GT4 Supersport race car
Lotus Sport 2-Eleven GT4 Supersport race car is a race-prepped version of the Lotus 2-Eleven designed to comply with the rules of the European SRO GT4 Supersports category.
New Nissan Cube to debut new catalyst with low precious metal content
Between 30% to 50% of the world's platinum output is used in automobile catalytic converters, and automobile-based usage are set to become even higher of fuel cell cars become more popular in …
