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Hyundai Mobis has introduced a roof airbag designed for panoramic sunroofs, aiming to reduce occupant ejection risk in rollovers and expand the role of passive safety systems.
Chevrolet’s Traverse SUP Concept, heading to the 2017 SEMA Show, focuses on family practicality and watersports utility rather than aggressive styling or power upgrades.
Toyota unveiled the JPN Taxi at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, blending vintage-inspired design with modern accessibility and safety features for Japan’s taxi market.
Apollo’s Intensa Emozione hypercar, limited to just ten units, features a carbon fibre tub weighing only 105kg and a naturally aspirated V12 engine.
Nissan has updated the Maxima for 2018 with standard Android Auto, extra USB ports, a new colour option and a base price now from $33,905 in the US.
Dealers and analysts report price hikes on Japanese-built cars and used vehicles after the 2011 earthquake, with some models rising up to 11%.
The Avenir name will live on as Buick’s new luxury sub-brand, but the striking Avenir concept sedan itself will not reach showrooms, the company has confirmed.
After his Watkins Glen win, Juan Pablo Montoya took the Corvette ZR1 for a spirited run at the Milford Proving Ground, giving passengers a taste of its raw performance.
Aston Martin has partnered with developers to create a 66-storey residential tower in Miami, offering 391 branded apartments and penthouses with prices starting at £500,000.
McLaren has confirmed a new Ultimate Series open-cockpit roadster for 2020, with only 399 units planned and a focus on delivering the brand’s purest driving experience yet.
German tuner Posaidon has pushed the Mercedes-AMG G63 to 850hp and 996lb-ft, delivering supercar acceleration and a host of chassis and interior upgrades.
Toyota's Concept-i Ride city car debuts at the Tokyo Motor Show, featuring gullwing doors and a joystick control system designed for wheelchair users.
VW Truck & Bus and New Flyer are intensifying competition in the electric bus market, with new models and major investments targeting both European and North American operators.
A new 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, developed with Renault Sport, brings 165PS and a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox to the Megane hatch and estate in France.
Hyundai has given the green light to high-performance N versions of its Tucson and Kona SUVs, with both models set to receive upgraded powertrains and chassis.
Toyoda Gosei’s Flesby II concept car, shown at the Tokyo Motor Show, features a soft, LED-lit exterior designed to protect pedestrians and preview future urban mobility materials.
The Porsche Cayman e-volution, revealed at the 2017 Electric Vehicle Symposium, delivered 800V charging, 3.3-second 0-62mph acceleration and a 124-mile range, previewing Porsche’s electric ambitions.
Fiat’s 500X crossover gains subtle exterior tweaks, extra paint options and upgraded infotainment for the 2018 model year, but the mechanicals remain unchanged.
Mercedes-Benz and Swiss retailer Siroop are testing drone-assisted parcel deliveries in Zurich, using Vito vans as mobile drone landing platforms for city-wide e-commerce orders.
Nissan's updated e-NV200 van, equipped with a 40 kWh battery, towed a house linked to Margot Robbie in a publicity push for electric van capability and sustainability.
Volkswagen confirmed 11 million diesel vehicles worldwide are fitted with emissions-cheating software and allocated €6.5bn to cover recalls, repairs and customer trust measures.
Carlex Design has reworked the Toyota Hilux with a bespoke body kit, upgraded suspension and a handcrafted interior, targeting buyers who want both rugged ability and luxury.
Ford's Police Responder Hybrid Sedan and F-150 Police Responder have both been certified for pursuit duty after passing official testing, expanding the company's law enforcement line-up.
Arizona-based Stärke offers a bespoke Porsche 356-style body and interior on a modern Boxster chassis, with options ranging from subtle retro touches to a 375bhp wide-body outlaw.