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Toyota unveiled the Concept-i at CES 2017, featuring an artificial intelligence system called Yui that learns from its driver and prioritises safety and minimalism.
BMW and Mercedes-Benz have both secured approval to run autonomous vehicle tests on German public roads, escalating competition between the two in self-driving technology.
Kia has released a third teaser video for its upcoming GT, a rear-wheel-drive four-door saloon set for reveal at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show.
Faraday Future’s latest teaser video highlights a distinctive LED headlight signature for its upcoming electric SUV, which is set to debut at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Mazda brings a retro-themed MX-5, Custom Style kits for CX-3, CX-5 and Demio, and subtle bodywork updates to the 2017 Tokyo Auto Salon, opening 13 January.
Toyota is reportedly weighing the sale of its upcoming hybrid powertrain modules to other manufacturers, aiming to accelerate the wider adoption of low-emission vehicles.
BAE Systems and Iveco have delivered the first batch of 700hp ACV 1.1 amphibious vehicles to the US Marine Corps for extensive field trials.
A Dutch FCA parts listing suggests Alfa Romeo may be planning a 350hp Giulia Veloce, creating a new rival for the Audi S4 and Mercedes-AMG C43.
German tuner ABT Sportsline has boosted the Audi SQ7 TDI’s output to 520 PS and 970 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h to 4.6 seconds and adding subtle chassis and sound upgrades.
Volvo and Uber will begin testing self-driving XC90 SUVs on San Francisco’s streets, expanding their autonomous vehicle partnership beyond Pittsburgh.
Alfa Romeo’s Giulia saloon reaches American showrooms with a 280hp turbo four-cylinder, optional all-wheel drive and a flagship Quadrifoglio at $73,595.
Ferrari’s 500th and last LaFerrari coupe, built to support Italian earthquake relief, fetched $7 million at auction, five times its original price.
Ford’s Craiova plant marked its 40th anniversary and Romania’s National Day with a Gymkhana-inspired stunt video starring rally driver Simone Tempestini.
Industry analysis suggests General Motors could lose as much as $9,000 on every Chevrolet Bolt it sells, raising questions about long-term strategy for affordable electric vehicles.
Bentley’s Mulliner division created a bespoke, blacked-out Mulsanne Speed for George Bamford, echoing his watch customisation style with unique finishes and exclusive interior details.
Jeep will introduce six special editions of the Wrangler JK, with the first two arriving next month and four more following through 2017 as the current model nears replacement.
Ford has introduced two special Mustang variants for Europe, offering exclusive styling and equipment on both GT and EcoBoost models.
Italian authorities auctioned 817 confiscated lots from Luigi Compiano’s Duemila Route collection, raising over €51 million and dispersing hundreds of classic cars, motorcycles and automobilia.
Ford has unveiled the seventh-generation Fiesta in Cologne, introducing Titanium, ST Line, Vignale and the new crossover-inspired Active to target a broader European audience.
Canadian designer Eduardo Arndt’s Brigade concept proposes a riderless, electric police motorcycle equipped with sensors and cameras to automate routine patrol and enforcement tasks.
A glimpse of the standard Alfa Romeo Stelvio, not the high-performance Quadrifoglio, appeared on Italian television during a visit by Italy’s Prime Minister to the Cassino plant.
Ram Trucks aired a 90-second Thanksgiving commercial honouring everyday American workers, with the spot timed for NFL broadcasts and aimed squarely at its core buyer base.
Bentley has recalled certain 2017 Bentayga SUVs in the US after discovering that seat and instrument panel bolts may not have been properly tightened during assembly.
A 12-metre fir from Coburg, Germany, was transported to Windsor Castle for Queen Elizabeth II using a Mercedes Actros operated by CharterWay.