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Red Bull’s Helmut Marko has claimed the 2012 European Grand Prix safety car was deployed to close up the field, echoing Sebastian Vettel’s frustration after his retirement from the lead.
General Motors will introduce a third shift at its Arlington Assembly plant in Texas, creating 800 jobs to meet demand for full-size SUVs including the Chevrolet Tahoe and Cadillac Escalade.
Renault and the Algerian government are set to sign a deal in August for a new vehicle assembly plant, following two years of negotiations over location and ownership.
Jeep prepares to launch the Grand Cherokee S Limited in Europe, offering bespoke styling and a 3.0-litre V6 diesel aimed at younger SUV customers.
Toyota has introduced the 2012 Vios in Malaysia, keeping the familiar 1.5-litre engine but adding refreshed styling, new interior materials and more equipment options.
Leaked photos show the third-generation Skoda Fabia adopting a design in line with the Rapid and sharing its underpinnings with the Volkswagen Polo.
Honda has launched the facelifted City in Malaysia, offering two trim levels with updated safety and equipment, and pricing starting at RM85,980 on the road.
Analysts expect China's passenger car market to accelerate sharply in 2014, reversing recent slowdowns as subsidies return and urbanisation drives new demand.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has opened new dealerships in Moscow and near Geneva, strengthening its presence in Russia and Switzerland after a record year for global sales.
The 2012 Proton S16 FLX brings updated styling, new safety features and a revised price for Australian buyers as the Malaysian brand refreshes its entry-level saloon.
Simon Cowell was seen driving a vintage Ford Model B through Beverly Hills, drawing attention to both the car’s heritage and his taste for classic motoring.
Dany Bahar, ousted as CEO of Group Lotus in June 2012, is reported to be suing parent company DRB-Hicom for wrongful termination following allegations of misconduct.
Saudi Arabia has appointed Prince Salman as crown prince following the death of Prince Nayef, ensuring a clear line of succession for the world’s leading oil exporter.
Audi and Toyota led the 2012 Le Mans LMP1 field with advanced diesel and hybrid prototypes, as technical regulations shaped a diverse grid of petrol, diesel and hybrid contenders.
Toyota offers a new aerodynamic body kit for the GT 86 in Australia, featuring a large rear wing, revised bumpers, and side skirts for $3,000 AUD.
A new Scion FR-S suffered a front-end crash in the United States after the driver pressed the clutch instead of the brake at low speed.
Audi secured its 11th Le Mans victory in 2012 with the R18 E-Tron Quattro, marking the first time a hybrid car has won the 24-hour endurance race.
Passenger car registrations in Greece fell to just over 5,300 units in May 2012, with commercial vehicles and year-to-date figures also sharply down on 2011.
Alpina's 2013 B7, revealed ahead of its Pebble Beach debut, receives a 40-horsepower increase, aerodynamic improvements and a higher top speed, with prices starting at $128,495.
Volkswagen’s seventh-generation Golf GTI has been caught on video undergoing high-speed testing at the Nürburgring ahead of its expected debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.
National Electric Vehicle Sweden will hire 200 engineers in Trollhättan as it prepares to relaunch Saab as an electric car manufacturer, focusing on a 2014 debut.
Ford is reportedly shifting its high-performance focus from the next-generation Focus RS to a Fiesta RS, with internal sources suggesting the larger model is now on hold.
A prototype for the 2015 Ford Mustang GT has been seen testing in the US using the outgoing model’s body shell, fuelling speculation about what’s beneath.
Digital renderings preview Alfa Romeo’s possible 2014 SUV, showing a design influenced by the brand’s heritage and expected to share underpinnings with a future Jeep model.