Volkswagen Targets Male Buyers With Redesigned Beetle
VW’s 2012 Beetle drops the flower vase and domed roof for a lower, wider look, aiming to balance its appeal between men and women and attract younger drivers.
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Toyota Prius awarded five-star Euro NCAP safety rating
The 2016 Toyota Prius became the first car to achieve a five-star Euro NCAP rating under tougher new tests, including pedestrian autonomous emergency braking.
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Toyota to Restart Most Japan Production Lines After Earthquakes
Toyota will resume vehicle production at most of its Japanese plants from 25 April, following earthquake-related supply disruptions that halted output for nearly a week.
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Toyota Prius Gains Towing Capability for 2016
The fourth-generation Toyota Prius can now tow up to 725kg, marking the first time the hybrid has been rated for trailer use and expanding its appeal to new buyers.
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Volkswagen previews refreshed Amarok with first official sketches
Volkswagen has released digital sketches previewing a facelifted Amarok, promising updated styling and a revised interior for its long-serving pickup.
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Honda Accord Hybrid returns for 2017 with 212 hp and 48 mpg
Honda brings back the Accord Hybrid for 2017, featuring a new two-motor hybrid system, 212 hp combined output, and an official 48 mpg combined rating.
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Germany to Exempt Electric Cars from Vehicle Tax Until 2020
Draft government plans would give buyers of new electric cars a 10-year vehicle tax exemption, aiming to accelerate EV adoption ahead of the 2020 target.
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US-spec Bugatti Chiron prototype caught testing in France
A Chiron with features suggesting US homologation has been photographed near Molsheim, with details pointing to North American impact and lighting requirements.
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Red Bull Tests Electric Pitstop Car at Spa-Francorchamps
Red Bull Racing trialled a fully electric-powered Formula One car for pitstop practice at Spa in August 2014, using a modified RB9 chassis to streamline training sessions.
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GM Targets Toyota Tacoma Buyers as Midsize Pickup Market Surges
General Motors is intensifying efforts to win midsize pickup customers from Toyota, leveraging the revived Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon as the segment expands rapidly in the US.
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Apple's Project Titan linked to Magna Steyr for production
Reports in April 2016 indicated that Magna Steyr was set to handle contract manufacturing duties for Apple’s secretive Project Titan electric car, following speculation around BMW and Daimler collaborations.
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Range Rover Evoque gains tech update and Ember Limited Edition
Land Rover has refreshed the Evoque for 2017 with an upgraded infotainment system and introduced the Ember Limited Edition, available in select markets from September.
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Tesla Fans Target GM with Avengers-Inspired Parody Video
A new fan-made video swaps Marvel characters for car brands, casting Tesla as the Hulk and General Motors as Loki in a pointed jab at the Chevrolet Bolt.
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Buick launches LaCrosse Hybrid in China with 4.7L/100km economy
The new Buick LaCrosse Hybrid Electric Vehicle pairs a 1.8-litre petrol engine with an electric motor and launches in China with 35 percent better efficiency than its predecessor.
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Toyota Auris Hybrid: Calm Commuting in a Crowded Segment
Toyota’s Auris Hybrid offers a mainstream route to low-emissions driving, combining familiar hatchback practicality with proven hybrid technology and a relaxed driving style.
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Carlos Ghosn to Step Down as AvtoVAZ Chairman Amid Russian Restructuring
Renault-Nissan's Carlos Ghosn will be replaced as AvtoVAZ chairman by Rostec's Sergei Skvortsov from 23 June, reflecting shifting control during a turbulent period for Russia's auto sector.
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Changan self-driving car completes 1,200-mile China test
Chongqing Changan Automobile has finished a six-day autonomous drive from Chongqing to Beijing, covering 1,200 miles to trial advanced driver-assistance features.
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Mercedes-Benz SLK celebrates 20 years since debut
Launched at the 1996 Turin Motor Show, the SLK’s folding metal roof and accessible price helped it become a sales success for Mercedes-Benz over two decades.
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Garage Italia Customs creates Fiat 500 Pepsi “Live for Now” for Milan Design Week
Garage Italia Customs has unveiled a one-off Fiat 500 with a Pepsi-inspired livery and interior, timed for Milan Design Week 2016.
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2017 Ford Escape introduces FordPass with SYNC Connect
Ford’s 2017 Escape is the brand’s first in the US to offer FordPass with SYNC Connect, allowing owners to control key functions remotely via smartphone.
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All-new BMW X5 reportedly set for 2017 debut
BMW is preparing to launch a new generation of the X5 SUV as early as 2017, with the model tipped to move onto the CLAR platform currently underpinning the 7 Series.
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Digital render previews 2017 Opel Insignia redesign
RM Design's unofficial images suggest a sleeker, larger and lighter Insignia as Opel prepares to replace its oldest model in 2017.
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Mercedes considers US launch for G500 4x4² off-roader
Mercedes-Benz is weighing the US introduction of the G500 4x4², a high-performance off-roader previously limited to European markets since 2015.
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Audi TT RS and RS3 Sedan set for new 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbo
Audi is preparing both the TT RS and RS3 Sedan with an all-new turbocharged 2.5-litre five-cylinder engine, targeting around 400hp and a debut at the Beijing Motor Show.
Updated 31 August 2026