# InAutoNews > Automotive news, reviews and analysis InAutoNews is an automotive news publication. It published daily from 2008 to 2018, went dark, and was relaunched in 2026 under new, unaffiliated ownership. ## How to read this archive - Articles dated before 2018 are **rebuilt**, not original. The publication covered the story at that address at that time; the words are newly written for the relaunch and are not the original text. Every such article says so on the page, above the body. - An article showing two dates was first published on the earlier one and last revised on the later one. - AI-assisted articles exist and are labelled in the markup. 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[Aston Martin Prepares All-Electric Version of Cygnet City Car](https://www.inautonews.com/aston-martin-developing-all-electric-cygnet): Aston Martin is developing an all-electric Cygnet as part of its exploration into zero-emission urban mobility, broadening its portfolio beyond luxury sports cars. - [Mercedes-AMG G Exclusive Edition debuts at Frankfurt](https://www.inautonews.com/mercedes-amg-g65-exclusive-edition-is-certainly-a-very-expensive-suv): Mercedes-AMG has revealed the G63 and G65 Exclusive Edition models at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show, extending its high-end G-Class line-up with new styling and interior upgrades. - [Chevrolet Opens Nationwide Orders for 2012 Volt with Lower Price](https://www.inautonews.com/today-chevrolet-taking-orders-for-the-2012-volt): Chevrolet has started taking orders for the 2012 Volt in all 50 US states, offering a lower starting price, more options and updated features for buyers. - [Matte Green Ferrari F40 Wrap Turns Heads in San Francisco](https://www.inautonews.com/how-about-a-matte-green-ferrari-f40): A rare Ferrari F40 has been spotted in San Francisco sporting a matte green wrap, a striking departure from the supercar’s traditional Rosso Corsa finish. - [Toyota Sets 5,000–10,000 Annual Fuel Cell Sales as Initial Target](https://www.inautonews.com/toyota-sees-5-to-10000-fuel-cell-sales-a-year-as-a-healthy-target): Toyota identified annual sales of 5,000 to 10,000 fuel cell vehicles as a healthy benchmark for the early years of its hydrogen-powered car programme, aiming to scale up production as costs fall. - [Massa: Williams now trailing Mercedes, Ferrari and Red Bull in 2016](https://www.inautonews.com/massa-admits-three-teams-better-than-williams): Felipe Massa says Williams have slipped behind three rivals after the Chinese Grand Prix, citing Mercedes, Ferrari and Red Bull as clearly ahead in both qualifying and race pace. - [Bottas Seeks Answers on 2016 Future Before Monza](https://www.inautonews.com/bottas-hopes-for-future-clarity-by-monza): Valtteri Bottas says he hopes to have clarity on his Formula One future by the time the championship arrives at Monza, amid speculation linking him to Ferrari. - [Ferrari F40 Spotted Parked in Crans-Montana, Switzerland](https://www.inautonews.com/spotted-ferrari-f40-in-switzerland): A rare Ferrari F40 was seen parked in the Swiss resort of Crans-Montana, offering a glimpse of Maranello’s iconic supercar far from its original showroom. - [Ecclestone Blocked from F1 Board Return After German Trial](https://www.inautonews.com/ecclestone-denied-return-to-f1-board): Bernie Ecclestone has been refused reinstatement to Formula One’s executive board following his settlement of a German bribery case, raising fresh questions about his future control of the sport. - [Briatore warns Alonso could quit F1 if McLaren can't deliver](https://www.inautonews.com/alonso-may-leave-f1-to-find-winning-car-briatore): Flavio Briatore says Fernando Alonso may leave Formula One altogether if he cannot secure a car capable of winning, following a troubled start to his McLaren return. - [Renault-Lotus takeover rumours intensify as buyout talk returns](https://www.inautonews.com/renault-lotus-buyout-rumours-resurface-again): Reports in Germany suggest Renault is preparing a formal offer to reclaim the Enstone-based Lotus Formula One team, with Alain Prost linked to the negotiations. - [Wurz and Whitmarsh Rule Out Manor Team Principal Role](https://www.inautonews.com/wurz-and-whitmarsh-say-no-to-manor-boss-role): Alex Wurz and Martin Whitmarsh have both confirmed they will not be taking over as Manor’s Formula One team principal following John Booth’s departure. - [Vandoorne: Super Formula physically tougher than F1](https://www.inautonews.com/super-formula-more-demanding-than-f1-vandoorne): Stoffel Vandoorne, McLaren-Honda reserve, says Japan’s Super Formula demands more from drivers than Formula One, citing its high cornering speeds and punishing aerodynamics. - [US carmakers set to reveal February sales as winter hits market](https://www.inautonews.com/us-automakers-to-release-february-figures-today): Major US manufacturers will publish February sales figures today, with analysts expecting flat or mildly positive results after harsh weather and high incentives. - [Lucas di Grassi joins FIA’s Formula E development team](https://www.inautonews.com/di-grassi-involved-in-fias-formula-e-plans): Brazilian driver Lucas di Grassi will act as official tester for the FIA’s all-electric Formula E series, which is set to launch in 2014 with city-centre races and lithium battery-powered single-seaters. - [Chris Brown's Rolls-Royce Wraith divides opinion with bold wrap](https://www.inautonews.com/chris-browns-rolls-royce-wraith-gets-horrible-wrap): The singer’s Wraith receives a custom matte black and red wrap, sparking debate over aftermarket design choices for ultra-luxury coupes. - [Lauda backs McLaren-Honda revival despite 2015 woes](https://www.inautonews.com/lauda-tips-mclaren-honda-to-succeed): Niki Lauda has expressed confidence that McLaren-Honda and Fernando Alonso will overcome their struggles, citing Honda's determination to resolve power unit issues. - [Ferrari considering end to driver academy under Marchionne](https://www.inautonews.com/ferrari-could-abandon-driver-academy-report): Ferrari’s young driver academy, established in 2009, could be scrapped as new president Sergio Marchionne questions its value compared to direct investment in car development. - [Marko Says Kvyat Has Recovered After Difficult Red Bull Start](https://www.inautonews.com/kvyat-has-recovered-after-poor-start-marko): Helmut Marko credits Daniil Kvyat’s recent performances with putting his Red Bull Formula One career back on track after a challenging start to 2015. - [Mitsubishi Ends Lancer Evolution X Production with No Replacement Planned](https://www.inautonews.com/mitsubishi-pulls-the-plug-on-the-lancer-evolution-x-no-successor-planned): Mitsubishi confirms the Lancer Evolution X will end production by late 2014, drawing a close to the brand’s iconic AWD turbocharged saloon with no direct successor in the pipeline. - [Best Low Rolling Resistance Tyres Tested: Efficiency Without Compromise](https://www.inautonews.com/test-best-low-rolling-resistance-lrr-tires)): Independent tests show that the latest low rolling resistance tyres can deliver real fuel or range savings without sacrificing wet grip or safety, with several models now outperforming older rivals. - [Floral-themed Ferrari FXX K Spotted in China](https://www.inautonews.com/this-is-a-floral-themed-ferrari-fxx-k): A rare Ferrari FXX K has appeared in China sporting a bold floral livery, marking a striking departure from the model’s usual motorsport-inspired designs. - [Ferrari to shift future models to modular platform, reports say](https://www.inautonews.com/report-upcoming-ferraris-to-use-modular-platform): Ferrari is expected to introduce a modular aluminium platform for upcoming road cars, enabling both front- and mid-engined layouts and increased production flexibility. - [Mansory Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe: Power Upgrades Take Centre Stage](https://www.inautonews.com/mansory-mercedes-amg-s63-coupe-is-one-hot-ride): Tuning house Mansory has revealed its take on the Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe, offering up to 887hp and a suite of visual and mechanical modifications. - [New images reveal facelifted Lancia Ypsilon details](https://www.inautonews.com/facelifted-lancia-ypsilon-gets-new-images): Lancia has released a fresh set of images for the updated Ypsilon, showcasing revised styling, new interior touches and an engine range now compliant with Euro 6 standards. - [Abandoned Lamborghini Aventador Roadster Spotted in Dubai Car Park](https://www.inautonews.com/video-spotted-abandoned-lamborghini-aventador-roadster): A Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, covered in dust and apparently left unused, was recently filmed abandoned in an underground Dubai car park. - [Two Ferrari Testarossas in rare yellow head to Silverstone auction](https://www.inautonews.com/two-ferrari-testarossa-supercars-to-be-auctioned-this-month): A 1986 and a 1994 Ferrari Testarossa, both finished in yellow, will cross the block at Silverstone this month with estimates ranging from £80,000 to £330,000. ## Everything else - [Full index](https://www.inautonews.com/sitemap.xml) — every published URL - 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