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Richard Hammond takes the Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 SV to Abu Dhabi while the presenters tackle the realities of buying a first car for a 17-year-old.
Early photos of the RR4 prototype show a more compact Rolls-Royce saloon, set to rival the Bentley Continental Flying Spur in 2010.
Amid a sharp downturn in Russia’s car market, Hummer was the only brand to record a month-on-month sales increase in May 2009, selling 129 vehicles.
The fourth episode of Top Gear’s third series celebrates Lamborghini’s 40th anniversary with a showcase of the Miura, Countach, LM002 and a record-setting Murciélago lap.
Clarkson tests the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 against European rivals, Hammond tackles tough terrain in a V8 Tomcat, and the Stig sets a new Suzuki Liana benchmark.
The opening episode of Top Gear’s third series features the Ford GT’s highly anticipated test, a divisive new BMW 5-Series, and a wet lap for the Porsche 911 GT3.
Pagani’s Zonda F claims the test track spotlight while Clarkson, Hammond and May attempt to run £10,000 Italian exotics from Bristol to Slough, with predictably disastrous results.
Mitsubishi has unveiled the production i-MiEV, its compact electric car, with sales to Japanese corporate customers beginning in July 2009 and individual sales planned for 2010.
Audi’s R15 TDI enters the 2009 Le Mans 24 Hours with a compact V10 diesel, revised aerodynamics and a lithium-ion battery, aiming to extend the brand’s endurance racing record.
Peugeot Sport Total took a commanding 1-2 victory at the 2009 24 Hours of Le Mans, breaking Audi’s winning streak and securing the marque’s first win at the event since 1993.
With 403bhp and a 0-62mph time of 3.8 seconds, the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution FQ-400 became the most powerful and accelerative Evo ever sold by the brand.
Peugeot broke Audi’s run at the 2009 24 Hours of Le Mans, with the 908 HDi FAP securing a dominant 1-2 finish in a race marked by reliability and pace.
Jim Taylor, Hummer’s chief executive, confirmed in June 2009 that Chinese firm Tengzhong would act solely as a financial backer, leaving brand management with the existing US team.
BMW has introduced the 316d ES Saloon, pairing a 1,995cc diesel with class-leading economy and low emissions, targeting business and private buyers from September 2009.
Acura’s 2010 TSX introduces a 3.5-litre V6 alongside the existing four-cylinder, bringing more power, revised suspension and fresh features to the entry-premium saloon.
Audi’s upcoming RS5, powered by a 4.2-litre V8 producing over 450hp, has been filmed during mountain testing, revealing its engine note and hinting at future model plans.
The first episode of Top Gear’s thirteenth series aired in June 2009, featuring a Ferrari FXX test, a Lotus Evora review and Michael Schumacher as the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.
Mercedes-Benz presented myCOMAND, an internet-connected infotainment concept, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, promising always-current navigation, media and communication services.
German tuner MTM has extracted 730hp from the Audi RS6, lifting its top speed to 310km/h and placing the estate firmly in supercar territory.
BMW introduces xDrive all-wheel drive to the 750i and 750Li saloons for the 2010 model year, pairing V8 TwinPower Turbo power with new traction technology.
NASA’s Small Pressurized Lunar Rover used Michelin’s patented non-pneumatic tyres during 2008 field tests in Hawaii, marking a step forward in extraterrestrial vehicle mobility.
The 2010 Ford Mustang made its debut ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show, introducing revised styling, new technology and powertrain enhancements for both V6 and GT models.
The Jaguar XF 3.0-litre Diesel S won the ‘Money No Object’ prize at the 2009 Towcar Awards, beating 39 rivals for its blend of performance, stability and refinement.
Carlos Monteverde took victory in the 2009 Le Mans Legend support race, leading home a field of 61 historic sports cars at Circuit de la Sarthe.