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Alfa Romeo’s 4C concept appeared at the 2012 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, offering a close look at the lightweight sports car before production begins in Modena.
A camouflaged Volvo S60 Polestar has been caught on test in Germany, suggesting the Swedish brand is preparing a high-performance rival to the BMW M3 and Mercedes C63 AMG.
McLaren has released a new promotional video for the MP4-12C, highlighting the supercar’s performance on Middle Eastern roads and at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi.
Leaked images and details confirm the Renault Alpine A110-50 concept as a 400bhp, Megane Trophy-based tribute to the Berlinette, set for its Monaco debut.
Subaru has denied claims that the Tribeca SUV would be discontinued after 2012, insisting production continues for the 2013 model year despite declining sales.
Acura’s entry-level ILX saloon arrives at US dealerships for 2013, starting at $25,900 before destination, offering petrol and hybrid variants and a choice of manual or automatic gearboxes.
German tuner Boba Motoring has transformed a Volkswagen Golf Mk2 with a 1.8T engine and 920hp, delivering performance that eclipses many modern supercars.
Skoda has released a new commercial for its Citigo city car, enlisting singer Anastacia to front the campaign as the model rolls out across Europe.
BMW’s brand value rose 10 percent to $24.62 billion in 2012, overtaking Toyota after a year in second place, according to Millward Brown’s annual BrandZ ranking.
US tuner Misha Designs has introduced the CLS-M, a full body kit for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS W218, featuring carbon fibre elements and widened arches.
Toyota has revealed the 2012 Corolla Axio in Japan, offering a lighter body, revised suspension and a choice of two petrol engines for buyers seeking a compact saloon.
Geely will take over Volvo’s outgoing XC90 P2 platform as the Swedish marque prepares its next-generation SUV for a 2014 launch.
Images and details of Nissan’s next Qashqai have surfaced ahead of its 2014 debut, confirming a downsized turbo petrol engine and a design influenced by the Hi-Cross concept.
Volkswagen will make DAB digital radio standard across its entire UK passenger car line-up for the 2013 model year, from Polo to Phaeton, starting this summer.
Lamborghini has unveiled the Urus concept, a 600 hp SUV aimed at the luxury segment, at the 2012 Beijing Motor Show, marking its return to the high-performance 4x4 market.
BMW will soon add the 520d to its 5-Series Gran Turismo line, pairing the GT’s distinctive body with a 2.0-litre diesel engine and rear-wheel drive.
BMW has officially unveiled the 2013 3 Series Touring, offering increased luggage capacity, a longer wheelbase and a choice of turbocharged petrol and diesel engines.
Mercedes-Benz has released a new promotional video for the C63 AMG Coupe Black Series, highlighting its 517hp V8, widened bodywork and track-focused features.
Dacia has released its first promotional video for the Lodgy, focusing on the MPV's spacious interior and practical features following its Geneva launch.
A prospective buyer lost control of a Ferrari California during a test drive north of San Francisco, sending the £120,000 supercar into the water.
A US study finds that obese drivers are significantly more likely to die in severe car accidents than those of normal weight, raising questions about vehicle safety design.
Volkswagen is developing a subcompact SUV drawing on the Polo and Up! platforms, following positive feedback for recent concept models shown at Frankfurt.
Audi’s 2013 RS4 Avant reaches Dutch showrooms with a 4.2-litre V8, Quattro all-wheel drive and a starting price of €110,220.
A group of Saab fans are raising funds to buy the final 9-3 Griffin Aero sedan and donate it to the Saab Museum in Trollhättan as the brand’s bankruptcy proceedings conclude.