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A Ferrari F430 Spider was pressed into service as a McDonald’s delivery car in Melbourne, attracting attention to the fast food chain’s new local delivery offer.
Volvo has revealed a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine concept producing 450hp, developed with AVL, Denso and Polestar as part of its Drive-E powertrain family.
Several BMW M3 F80 saloons were seen heavily damaged on a transporter following their use in action sequences for Mission Impossible 5, highlighting the real cars sacrificed for the film's stunts.
Chevrolet has announced US pricing for the 2015 Trax, with the compact crossover starting at $20,995 and offering standard features including a turbocharged engine and MyLink infotainment.
Opel’s chief executive Karl-Thomas Neumann remains confident the company will break even by 2016, even as European growth slows and the Russian market contracts sharply.
Renault has presented the new generation Espace MPV at the Paris Motor Show, offering three engine options and four trim levels for European buyers.
Suzuki has revealed the 2015 Vitara at the Paris Motor Show, introducing a production-ready SUV with two 1.6-litre engine choices and optional ALLGRIP all-wheel drive.
Renault has revealed the Eolab Concept at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, showcasing a 1.0-litre hybrid powertrain, advanced aerodynamics and lightweight construction aimed at ultra-low fuel consumption.
Dacia has unveiled the Dokker Stepway at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, giving its compact van a crossover-inspired look and added equipment to attract practical-minded buyers.
BMW has given the 2 Series Convertible its first public outing at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, replacing the 1 Series Convertible and offering a range of petrol and diesel engines.
Lexus has unveiled the high-performance RC F and the hybrid RC 300h coupes in Paris, highlighting both power and efficiency in its latest compact coupe range.
Toyota has revealed the C-HR Concept in Paris, previewing a future hybrid crossover with bold styling and a focus on the European market.
Ferrari has unveiled the limited-run 458 Speciale Aperta at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, pairing a 605hp V8 with an open roof for the final 458 variant.
Ford has officially unveiled the Euro-spec Mustang at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, confirming both fastback and convertible versions for the region with a choice of EcoBoost or V8 engines.
Lamborghini has revealed the Asterion Hybrid Concept at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, a 910hp plug-in hybrid supercar aimed at rivals from Ferrari, McLaren and Porsche.
Fiat has unveiled the 500X crossover in Paris, expanding the 500 range with a compact SUV built alongside the Jeep Renegade and offering a broad engine line-up.
Ford has dropped the price of its battery-electric model by $6,000 after sluggish US sales, with further reductions possible through federal and state incentives.
US data shows just 27% of 16-year-olds now get a driving licence, with even children of car enthusiasts prioritising smartphones and other interests over learning to drive.
A 2014 Insurance.com analysis found the Subaru WRX had the highest proportion of drivers with recent speeding tickets in the United States, ahead of discontinued models like the Pontiac GTO.
Citroën has revealed the production-ready C3 XR, a compact crossover developed for China, with sales set to begin in December 2014 and a 1.6-litre turbo engine on offer.
The inaugural 2015 BMW M3 delivered in the United States has received a full suite of upgrades from MORR Wheels, including a power boost and bespoke wheels.
Lexus engineers have been caught evaluating the upcoming GS F saloon on public roads, as the brand prepares to challenge established German performance rivals.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk leads the American automotive sector in personal wealth, ranking 50th on the 2014 Forbes 400 with a net worth of $9.2 billion.
Bulgarian customiser Vilner has radically reworked a BMW M6 Convertible, creating a one-off car with a new body, unique interior and a bold identity for an Austrian client.