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Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Isuzu and Saab SUVs from 2006 and 2007 are being recalled in the US after a fault in the driver’s door module was linked to a fire risk.
Nissan has introduced the Juke Ministry of Sound special edition to the UK market, limited to 250 units and priced from £17,895, with bespoke styling and full engine range availability.
Alpina will unveil its new B3 Bi-Turbo, based on the F30-generation BMW 3 Series, at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, promising more power and performance than the standard 335i.
Volkswagen is opening a new €927 million transmission factory in Tianjin, China, to produce next-generation DSG gearboxes for the local market.
Fisker Automotive is recalling around 2,400 Karma saloons to replace a faulty cooling fan unit after a fire incident in California was traced to the component.
BMW and Zagato have revealed the one-off Zagato Roadster at Pebble Beach, following the earlier coupe concept and showcasing a blend of German engineering and Italian design.
With US government still holding a major stake, GM’s share price and losses in Europe have renewed debate over its stability just three years after its historic bankruptcy.
Despite forming near key oil-producing areas, Tropical Storm Helene in August 2012 did not disrupt Gulf of Mexico energy infrastructure or impact petrol prices.
Swiss driver Felix Egolf achieved 1,852 km on one tank in a standard Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 DI-D, averaging 3.67 litres per 100 km across public European roads.
A pre-production Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG has been filmed lapping the Nürburgring as AMG engineers fine-tune the first compact hot hatch from Affalterbach.
In the late 1990s, Land Rover engineered a prototype Range Rover with a BMW-sourced V12 engine, but the project was shelved before production.
Mitsubishi has introduced the ASX Euro Limited Edition in Malaysia, offering just 200 units with extra equipment and cosmetic upgrades over the standard model.
Mercedes-Benz will unveil the new S-Class in 2013, confirming six distinct variants and introducing design cues inspired by the F700 concept.
Toyota has confirmed Malaysian availability for the 2012 Hilux and Fortuner, with updated engine output for the Hilux 2.5G Double Cab and deliveries set to begin in October.
Unmasked images of the 2014 Range Rover Vogue have surfaced online, showing the luxury SUV’s updated design ahead of its official debut.
General Motors will recall 10,315 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans from the 2003 and 2004 model years in cold-weather US states and Canada due to a corroded fuel pipe that could increase fire risk.
The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0 GT for Malaysia gets a refreshed look, upgraded interior and added safety kit, with prices starting from RM125,467.80 before insurance.
A heavily modified 1987 Pontiac Fiero, styled to resemble a Ferrari F40 and fitted with a Cadillac Northstar V8, has been offered for sale on eBay for under $10,000.
Rick Springfield pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge after his 2011 DUI arrest, receiving probation and alcohol education instead of jail time.
Citroën will unveil the DS3 Convertible at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, featuring a roll-back fabric roof and targeting sales in 2013.
A United Airlines Boeing 757 preparing for departure at Seattle’s Sea-Tac Airport was evacuated after a fire broke out in the tail section, traced to the auxiliary power unit.
Skoda’s Citigo 1.0-litre 75PS three-door brings practical city motoring, with nimble handling, compact dimensions and a focus on affordability, but not without compromise.
Floyd Mayweather has purchased a Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4, joining a growing list of celebrities opting for the Italian V12 supercar.
Actor Mel Gibson joined Petra and Tamara Ecclestone for dinner at Boa in West Hollywood, drawing attention due to their high-profile backgrounds and recent personal events.