Writes on manufacturing, model launches and the business behind them.
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BMW has officially unveiled the M6 Gran Coupe, pairing the 560hp twin-turbo V8 from the M6 Coupe with a four-door Gran Coupe body and extensive M division upgrades.
The new 2013 Skoda Octavia arrives with a longer wheelbase, more interior space, advanced safety features and a range of efficient petrol and diesel engines.
The updated CX-9 brings revised pricing, extra equipment and new safety features to Australian showrooms for 2013, with the range topping Gran Touring now offering advanced driver aids.
New images of the third-generation Skoda Octavia have surfaced online, showing the car undisguised before its scheduled unveiling at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.
Vorsteiner has developed a subtle aerodynamic package for the Porsche 911 (991), set for public debut at the 2012 Essen Motor Show.
A one-off gold Nissan GT-R, created in partnership with Usain Bolt, will be auctioned on eBay to raise funds for the Bolt Foundation supporting children in Jamaica.
Mazda has announced US pricing for the facelifted 2013 CX-9, with the entry-level Sport front-wheel drive model starting at $30,580 and updated styling across the range.
New Exclusive editions for the Beetle and Beetle Cabrio, developed by Volkswagen R GmbH, bring upgraded interiors, unique wheels and a choice of Design or Sport trims.
Dacia has introduced the Dokker Stepway in Turkey, adding SUV-inspired styling and upgraded trim to its practical MPV range.
Maserati has taken the wraps off its all-new Quattroporte, with the luxury saloon set for a public premiere at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
The 2013 Beetle Fender Edition arrives in US showrooms with unique styling, Fender-branded audio, and a choice of two engines, starting at $24,440 before destination.
Honda's fourth-generation CR-V arrives in Romanian showrooms, offering petrol and diesel options with prices starting at €24,676 for the entry petrol and €31,980 for the base diesel.
Fiat is preparing to build two small SUVs, one Fiat, one Jeep, at its Melfi facility from 2014, aiming to boost exports and keep Italian plants active amid falling European sales.
Suzuki will bring the Swift Sport Concept to Australian audiences at the 2012 Sydney Motor Show, marking its first appearance in the country after its Tokyo unveiling.
Bentley introduced a £25,000 Executive Office specification for the Mulsanne at the Paris Motor Show, targeting buyers who want luxury and productivity on the move.
Mitsubishi has unveiled the production Outlander PHEV in Paris, confirming a 2.0-litre petrol engine, dual electric motors and up to 55 km electric-only range.
Ferrari’s 730hp F12 Berlinetta made its public debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, showcasing Maranello’s front-engined V12 flagship to European crowds.
Seat has unveiled the new-generation Leon at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, introducing updated styling, new technology and a lighter platform shared with the latest Golf and A3.
A Ferrari F430 Scuderia was torn in two after colliding with a central barrier near Francorchamps, Belgium, killing both occupants instantly.
A 2012 Aston Martin DBS was destroyed in a late-night crash in Middletown, New Jersey, with the 39-year-old driver hospitalised and charged with cocaine possession.
A 2013 Mercedes-Benz E300 BlueTEC Hybrid saloon has completed a 1,335.76km journey from Cornwall to Scotland without refuelling, demonstrating the efficiency of its diesel-electric powertrain.
Oakley Design has revealed the Dragon Edition Aventador, featuring bespoke carbon fibre bodywork and intake modifications, at the 2012 Moscow Motor Show.
The new Nissan Sylphy arrives in Thailand with revised engines, a CVT option and a starting price of 746,000 baht, following its debut in China.
Mazda has lifted the covers from its all-new 2013 Mazda6, previewing the production saloon’s design and Russian-market engine line-up ahead of its official debut at the 2012 Moscow Motor Show.