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Opel will auction off hundreds of pieces of equipment from its Bochum plant ahead of the factory’s closure, including presses, robots and even a fire station.
Brabus has released a comprehensive tuning package for the Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG, adding performance, suspension and styling enhancements to the compact performance SUV.
Volkswagen has confirmed CC and Alltrack versions for the latest Passat generation, broadening the model’s appeal beyond the standard saloon and estate.
BMW unveils the M4 DTM Champion Edition, a limited Alpine White model with motorsport-inspired details, marking Marco Wittmann’s 2014 DTM drivers’ championship with just 23 cars produced.
Lexus has unveiled the 2015 LS, adding an upgraded infotainment system, smartphone connectivity features and subtle interior enhancements while retaining the established V8 and hybrid powertrains.
Kia will debut the Soul EV Smitten Ice Cream Truck concept at the 2014 SEMA Show, blending retro design with the electric Soul’s drivetrain and a bespoke trailer.
The third-generation Skoda Fabia, lighter and more efficient than before, arrives in European showrooms next month with fresh images highlighting its updated design and features.
Lamborghini's Huracan surpassed 3,000 units sold worldwide just months after its Geneva debut, with the US accounting for a third of early deliveries.
Toyota has revealed its 2015 Camry NASCAR Sprint Cup challenger, featuring a new look that closely matches the road-going Camry and will debut at Daytona in February.
A German media report claims the upcoming BMW M2 will deliver 374 HP from an uprated 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six, outpacing the M235i and reviving the spirit of the 1M Coupe.
Volkswagen has detailed the 2015 Passat’s complete engine line-up, trim levels and standard features, with prices for the new saloon starting from €25,875 in Europe.
Opel’s chief executive Karl-Thomas Neumann remains confident the company will break even by 2016, even as European growth slows and the Russian market contracts sharply.
Renault has revealed the Eolab Concept at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, showcasing a 1.0-litre hybrid powertrain, advanced aerodynamics and lightweight construction aimed at ultra-low fuel consumption.
Suzuki has revealed the 2015 Vitara at the Paris Motor Show, introducing a production-ready SUV with two 1.6-litre engine choices and optional ALLGRIP all-wheel drive.
Dacia has unveiled the Dokker Stepway at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, giving its compact van a crossover-inspired look and added equipment to attract practical-minded buyers.
Red Bull confirmed at Suzuka that Sebastian Vettel will depart after the 2014 season, with Daniil Kvyat taking his seat and Vettel expected to join Ferrari.
Lamborghini has revealed the Asterion Hybrid Concept at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, a 910hp plug-in hybrid supercar aimed at rivals from Ferrari, McLaren and Porsche.
Bernie Ecclestone has been refused reinstatement to Formula One’s executive board following his settlement of a German bribery case, raising fresh questions about his future control of the sport.
Lexus has unveiled the high-performance RC F and the hybrid RC 300h coupes in Paris, highlighting both power and efficiency in its latest compact coupe range.
Fiat has unveiled the 500X crossover in Paris, expanding the 500 range with a compact SUV built alongside the Jeep Renegade and offering a broad engine line-up.
The inaugural 2015 BMW M3 delivered in the United States has received a full suite of upgrades from MORR Wheels, including a power boost and bespoke wheels.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk leads the American automotive sector in personal wealth, ranking 50th on the 2014 Forbes 400 with a net worth of $9.2 billion.
The McLaren 625C, unveiled for Asian markets in late 2014, offers a less powerful, more accessible alternative to the 650S, with coupe and spider variants.
Nissan’s upcoming GT-R will combine its twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor for a total output of 784 HP, aiming for hybrid supercar territory.