Abarth 695 Biposto orders outpace 2014 production capacity
Abarth’s 695 Biposto, unveiled at Geneva 2014, has seen demand far exceed supply, as buyers rush for the brand’s fastest street-legal model to date.
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Abarth’s 695 Biposto, unveiled at Geneva 2014, has seen demand far exceed supply, as buyers rush for the brand’s fastest street-legal model to date.
German tuner Novitec has unveiled a comprehensive package for the Rolls-Royce Wraith, raising power to 707hp and adding bespoke aerodynamic and chassis upgrades.
Deliveries of the 650-horsepower Corvette Z06 coupe and convertible have started, with early customer cars and dealer stock now leaving Kentucky's Bowling Green Assembly.
A US-spec Ferrari Enzo with just 570 kilometres on the clock and finished in Rosso Corsa is being offered for sale, giving collectors a rare chance at a nearly unused example.
Toyota, Hyundai and Honda have all launched hydrogen fuel cell cars, but infrastructure and cost issues mean the technology faces a slow road to mainstream adoption.
European buyers get the 2015 Corvette Stingray exclusively with the Z51 performance pack, a 6.2-litre V8 and a starting price of €74,500 in Germany.
The facelifted 2016 Volkswagen Polo GTI gets a 192hp 1.8-litre engine, new chassis tech and updated styling, with orders opening in Europe from February.
Giedo van der Garde was refused a team pass for the 2014 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix after legal tensions over Sauber’s 2015 driver line-up escalated.
Ferrari is set to replace Marco Mattiacci with Marlboro executive Maurizio Arrivabene after just seven months, as the team seeks stability following a turbulent 2014 Formula One season.
Galpin Auto Sports and Henrik Fisker have unveiled the Rocket, a 725hp carbon-bodied version of the 2015 Ford Mustang, at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Honda introduced the 2016 HR-V at the Los Angeles Auto Show, positioning it below the CR-V and directly against the Mazda CX-3, Nissan Juke and other small crossovers.
Cadillac has launched the ATS-V sedan and coupe at the 2014 LA Auto Show, targeting BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C63 rivals with a 455bhp V6 and track-ready options.
The 2015 Toyota Prius C arrives with revised exterior styling, updated interior materials and features, and continues with its proven hybrid powertrain.
The 2016 Cadillac ATS-V arrives in both coupe and saloon forms, powered by a 3.6-litre twin-turbo V6 producing 455bhp and featuring aggressive styling upgrades.
A decade after European tariffs were scrapped, BMW and Mercedes-Benz have led German brands to a dominant position in South Korea’s premium car market, challenging local giants Hyundai and Kia.
Manufacturers have flooded showrooms with variants and niches, but the sheer volume of choice is now under scrutiny as costs rise and buyers hesitate.
A new rendering imagines how a 2016 Mazda2 MPS could look, hinting at Mazda’s potential entry into the B-segment hot hatch market against rivals like the Fiesta ST.
A rare white Pagani Huayra with a black and white interior and carbon fibre detailing is available through Seven Car Lounge in Saudi Arabia.
Honda has widened its Takata airbag recall in the US, adding more 2001–2006 vehicles from humid regions after NHTSA scrutiny and ongoing safety concerns.
Volvo has revealed the V60 Cross Country, featuring increased ground clearance and all-wheel drive, ahead of its first public appearance at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Viktor Kharitonin has acquired the Nürburgring after Capricorn Group was forced to sell its majority stake due to financial difficulties.
Consumer Reports' 2014 reliability study highlights widespread owner complaints about in-car infotainment systems, with the magazine warning that the technology is now a leading cause of dissatisfaction and repair claims.
General Motors CEO Mary Barra told Detroit business leaders the company will abandon its 'polite competitor' stance as it pushes for culture change and a zero-defect approach following a bruising recall crisis.
A rare Ferrari Enzo 6.0-litre V12 engine has surfaced on the German market, priced at $79,900, offering collectors and restorers a chance to secure a key component from the 2000s supercar.