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A coupe-inspired variant of the Volkswagen Touareg is reportedly under discussion, targeting the same luxury SUV segment as the BMW X6 and upcoming rivals from Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
A W211-generation Mercedes-Benz E270 CDI taxi in Greece has covered more than a million kilometres in nine years, with its original engine and gearbox still in use.
Honda is reportedly considering a new rear-wheel-drive sports car to rival the Toyota GT86, Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S, but has not confirmed development plans.
Volkswagen has introduced an automated manual transmission on the Up! city car in the UK, offering the option on both three- and five-door models for a £595 premium.
A series of crashes involving 20 vehicles on Interstate 65 near Jasper County, Indiana, left one person dead and two others with serious injuries early Saturday morning.
A 1968 Ford GT40 race car achieved a record-breaking $11 million sale at RM Auctions in Monterey, reflecting the enduring appeal of American endurance racers.
Mahindra Reva Electric Vehicles has inaugurated a new Bangalore facility with a 30,000-unit annual capacity, aiming to advance electric mobility in India from September 2012.
Lamborghini has unveiled the Urus concept, a 600hp luxury SUV, at the 2012 Beijing Motor Show, marking the brand’s first SUV since the LM002 and targeting global growth.
The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 range expands with two factory special editions, Alpine and Vapor, featuring distinct exterior finishes and exclusive trim details.
BMW's My BMW Remote app, previously exclusive to iPhone, is now available for Android smartphones, enabling more owners to control key vehicle functions remotely.
Toyota has decided not to produce a convertible version of the Scion FR-S for the United States, citing cost concerns and market positioning for its affordable sports coupe.
Volkswagen finalised its acquisition of the remaining 50.1% stake in Porsche on 1 August 2012, consolidating the sports car maker under its corporate umbrella after years of legal and financial manoeuvring.
Marussia drivers Timo Glock and Charles Pic are reportedly at odds after a contentious qualifying session in Hungary.
Ford is recalling 423,634 Escape SUVs from model years 2001 to 2004 in the US to address a defect that can cause the throttle to stick, posing a crash hazard.
Nissan has revealed the 2013 Pathfinder, shifting the model from its traditional body-on-frame SUV construction to a unibody crossover with seating for seven and improved fuel efficiency.
Nissan has shelved plans for the R36 GT-R, citing financial pressures, leadership changes and doubts over the business case for a new supercar.
General Motors is working on a wireless pedestrian detection system using Wi-Fi Direct, aiming to alert drivers to pedestrians and cyclists carrying compatible smartphones.
Honda has been named the most reliable used car brand in the UK for the seventh consecutive year, with just a 10 percent annual breakdown rate according to What Car? and Warranty Direct.
Scania has begun construction of a new manufacturing facility near Bangalore, aiming to produce trucks and buses for the Indian market from 2013.
The American actress was involved in a minor crash with a Ford Mustang in Los Angeles, just weeks after a previous incident with her Porsche.
The British marque has launched a two-storey facility in Bangkok, featuring space for seven cars and a bespoke customer lounge.
Electronic Arts marks two years of Need for Speed World by giving players the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 as a free in-game car, alongside other bonuses and upcoming content.
Opel is weighing cabriolet and five-door additions to the Adam range, with future models dependent on the initial three-door’s market performance.
Pop star Lady Gaga previewed an unreleased dance track for fans in New York by playing it from her car stereo, with the moment captured on video.