Mercedes to shift C-Class production to U.S?

Several car firms have shifted production to the United States in the past few years to avoid rising labour costs and exchange rates and Mercedes could be expanding that initiative. According to the latest reports out of Germany, Mercedes-Benz in mulling shifting some C-Class production to the U.S. Mercedes is considering moving some production of its popular C-Class to the United States. If the

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Honda Fit Sport 2009

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Toyota Celica 2009

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Honda City 2009

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Honda Insight Hybrid 2010

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New Car: 2010 Fiat Panda

In order to keep the Panda fresh and up-to-date, Fiat has decided to revised their ever-popular city-car. On the outside, all 2010 Panda adopt the more contemporary body coloured grille found on all variants, excluding the entry-level Active models. In addition to the revised bumpers, new alloy wheel designs, larger exterior mirrors and silver trim finish for the roof bars are now available. Fiat

Fuel economy & low taxation top precedence for car buyers (UK)

Fuel consumption and low tax are moving up the priority list for car buyers, according to a new report by British Car Auctions. In the BCA's Used Car Market Report published this week motorists were asked what sort of car they would buy once the recession is over and the green shoots of recovery have really taken hold. Responses suggest that, even in a more optimistic economic climate, the

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2008 Pontiac Solstice

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2009 Pontiac Vibe GT Pictures

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Fiat reaches 130g/km CO2 limit 6 years early (EU)

Fiat has become the first manufacturer in Europe to reduce its average CO2 emissions from new cars sold to below 130g/km, six years earlier than the Europe-wide goal set by the EU. All car manufactures must have an average CO2 output of 130g/km or less by 2015, otherwise heavy fines will be handed out. Fiat’s average CO2 emissions from cars sold in Europe in the first half of 2009 were 129.1g/km,

Chevrolet Cruze gets new diesel engine (UK)

While the Cruze is gaining popularity, Chevrolet has added a new diesel engine to the range. The 123bhp 2.0 litre turbo-diesel can shift the Cruze from 0-60mph in 10.3 seconds with a top speed of 122mph. Its CO2 emissions are 145g/km and has a combined fuel economy of 51.4mpg. Available in 2 specifications, in entry-level S trim, the Cruze gets air conditioning, electronic stability control (ESC)

Mazda2 confirmed for Stateside (U.S/CA)

Mazda North America has confirmed that the Mazda2 will be sold for the first time in the United States and Canada beginning in late 2010. Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations, told a dealer at a meeting: "We've been studying the market to make sure we can make a business case for it across North America. As consumers' tastes and attitudes toward small vehicles have

Scrappage scheme set to extended (UK)

With growing pressure from automotive magazines, comsumers and journalists, The UK’s scrappage incentive scheme could be extended to the end of February 2010. The car makers' trade body, the SMMT, has met business secretary Lord Mandelson to submit a formal application for an extension, following an endorsement from motor manufacturers.“Consumer confidence is still weak and recovery remains

2009 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR

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Motorshow: 2009 IAA Frankfurt Motorshow

This years Frankfurt motorshow saw world-wide debuts of the Kia Venga, Bentley Mulsanne, Citroen C3 & DS3, BMW X1, Dodge Caliber facelift, Fiat Punto Evo, Ford C-Max & Grand C-Max, Hyundai Santa Fe facelift, Lexus LS & GS facelift, Mazda3 MPS and the Skoda Superb Estate, just to name a few. The new C3 is Citroen’s contender in the mainstream supermini market. Distinctive styling is a major part

2008 Ferrari 430 Scuderia

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2008 Ferrari FXX Evolution

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BMW xDrive35d Special 10th Year Editon

BMW xDrive35d Special 10th Year EditonBMW xDrive35d 10-Year Edition comes as accepted in Sophisto Grey brownish acrylic with different 20-inch Y-spoke ablaze admixture wheels, Matt Aluminium exoteric trim, Matt Aluminium roof rails, Panoramic bottle sunroof and Comfort Access. Inside, and Comfort seats, Anthracite headlining, Carrara Shades Nappa covering upholstery and BMW Individual Piano Black

2010 Hyundai Santa Fe

2010 Hyundai Santa FeHyundai Santa Fe European adaptation will be apparent abutting anniversary at Frankfurt Auto Show with adapted fascias and powertrains. The 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe comes with a new 2.2-liter turbo agent engine, which produces an achievement of 197 application and aiguille torque of 422Nm (311 lb-ft) amid 1,800 and 2,500 rpm. Accumulated with a new 6-speed chiral gearbox, the

2010 Toyota Land Cruiser

2010 Toyota Land Cruiser interior2010 Toyota Land CruiserToyota has appear the new bearing the five-door adaptation of the 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser which will be accessible on the British bazaar with a distinct agent advantage – a 3.0-Litre D-4D agent developing 171bhp. In the UK new Land Cruiser will be offered alone as a five-door archetypal with seven seats (LC3 archetypal has bristles seats

Hyundai Genesis, Genesis Coupe and Equus under European consideration (EU)

Hyundai is putting its Genesis Coupe through the final stages of technical evaluation before deciding whether to put it into production for the European markets. The rear-wheel drive coupe has long been awaited for a European launch but a final decision has yet to be taken. The mid-sized Genesis and large Equus sedans are also under consideration for a UK launch. European vice president Allan

New Car: 2010 Citroen C-Crosser/Peugeot 4007

The Citroen C-Crosser has been facelifted, getting a revised interior, a cleaner diesel engine and the option of a dual clutch gearbox. The new six-speed gearbox has been mated to the revised 154bhp 2.2-litre diesel engine, and is available at the VTR+ and Exclusive trim levels. The gearbox can be used as a manual and automatic, with paddle-shifts located behind the steering wheel. Drivers can

Peugeot RCZ pricing announced (UK)

Peugeot has revealed the price of its new RCZ coupe. Prices start from £19,900 for the base 1.6 litre THP manual 156 model and rise to £24,000 for the flagship 2.0 HDi 163 manual. Entry-level features include 18" alloy wheels, front sports seats, dual zone air-conditioning, rear parking sensors, four airbags, alarm w/ immobiliser, double bubble rear windscreen, ESP, EBFD, EBA, ABS, rear spoiler

2010 Jaguar XFR Pictures

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New Concept Car 2009 Citroen DS Revolte

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Supercar Koenigsegg Trevita

Koenigsegg Trevita is a accurate supercar jewel which represents new architecture heights in the auto world. The name Trevita comes from the Swedish accent and it agency – three whites. At aboriginal glance, the Trevita’s anatomy looks aforementioned as the CCXR’s, but with one big difference, the new Trevita is absolutely shaped in design white carbon application the new Koenigsegg Proprietary

Peugeot 4007 DCS Automatic

Peugeot 4007 DCS Automatic will be presented for the first time at Frankfurt Motor Show and it is now now available to order. The 4007 range starts at £23,345 with the DCS automatic. The semi-automatic gearbox chosen for the 4007 is equipped with six speeds to make best use of the performance from the 2.2-litre HDi FAP 156 bhp engine. The choice of wet clutch technology has been favoured to

Audi R8 Spyder unveiling

The Audi R8 Spyder defines what automotive love is all about. It’s a virtual certainty that you’ll fall in love with the sound of that V10 engine when the roof is down. The car’s design doesn’t really veer far away from the original R8. It still has that simple yet elegant look but the side blades that distinguish the Audi R8 is gone and replaced by air vents. For your off-color fixation, the

Audi R8 Spyder unveiling

The Audi R8 Spyder defines what automotive love is all about. It’s a virtual certainty that you’ll fall in love with the sound of that V10 engine when the roof is down. The car’s design doesn’t really veer far away from the original R8. It still has that simple yet elegant look but the side blades that distinguish the Audi R8 is gone and replaced by air vents. For your off-color fixation, the

2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost

Rolls Royce has introduced its Ghost model at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show which made the media wow for the car’s evoking images of adventure and technical innovation. Aside from the impressive exterior and interior parts, the Ghost sports a turbocharged V12 engine which displaces 6.6-liter and cranks out 563 horsepower with a torque of 575 lb-ft. According to Rolls Royce Motor Cars CEO, the Ghost

2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost

Rolls Royce has introduced its Ghost model at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show which made the media wow for the car’s evoking images of adventure and technical innovation. Aside from the impressive exterior and interior parts, the Ghost sports a turbocharged V12 engine which displaces 6.6-liter and cranks out 563 horsepower with a torque of 575 lb-ft. According to Rolls Royce Motor Cars CEO, the Ghost

BMW will produce Mini coupe in oxford

BMW Chairman Norbert Riethofer visit to the Mini factory in Oxford England this week to inform staff members that they will soon have two new cars to build. The first confirmed model for production is the Coupe concept that was previewed online last week ahead of its Frankfurt Motor Show rollout. The Coupe will be joined by a second concept at the show which in all likelihood will be the

BMW will produce Mini coupe in oxford

BMW Chairman Norbert Riethofer visit to the Mini factory in Oxford England this week to inform staff members that they will soon have two new cars to build. The first confirmed model for production is the Coupe concept that was previewed online last week ahead of its Frankfurt Motor Show rollout. The Coupe will be joined by a second concept at the show which in all likelihood will be the

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GullwingUsed an aluminium spaceframe body the SLS will come with gullwing doors that rise upwards on roof-mounted hinges, just like Mercedes’s 300SL sports car from half a century ago AMG 6.3-litre V8 front-mid engine developing 420 kW/ 571 hp peak output, 650 Nm of torque and dry sump lubrication, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in a transaxle configuration,

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GullwingUsed an aluminium spaceframe body the SLS will come with gullwing doors that rise upwards on roof-mounted hinges, just like Mercedes’s 300SL sports car from half a century ago AMG 6.3-litre V8 front-mid engine developing 420 kW/ 571 hp peak output, 650 Nm of torque and dry sump lubrication, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in a transaxle configuration,

2009 Ferrari California

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2009 Porsche 911 Carrera 4

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Kia Forte Koup pricing announced (U.S)

Kia USA has released full pricing on the Forte Koup. Kicking off at $17,290 ($16,595 + $695 destination fee) for the entry-level EX with a 156bhp 2.0-litre petrol engine coupled to a five speed manual gearbox. Those looking for more power can opt for the Koup SX that comes with a 2.4-litre producing 174bhp which is mated to a 6 speed manual and has a sportier suspension set up. Prices for the SX

Mazda3 MPS pricing announced (UK)

Mazda UK has announced pricing for the all-new Mazda3 MPS that goes on sale Thursday 1st October. The hot hatch is being marketed in the UK in a single trim level with pricing set at £21,500 OTR including mica or metallic paint finish. Based on the second generation Mazda3, the 3 MPS is powered by a 2.3-litre turbocharged four-pot that makes 260bhp and 380Nm or 280 lb-ft of torque and drives the

GM - The Volt isn't a car for idiots

General Motors has responded to Audi of America’s boss Johan de Nysschen’s claims that the Chevrolet Volt was “a car for idiots”. Speaking to veteran American journalist Lawrence Ulrich, de Nysschen said that few customers will be prepared to pay the estimated £24,500 asking price for the Volt, which will go on sale in Europe as the Vauxhall/Opel Ampera. "No one is going to pay a $15,000 (£9,000)

Audi USA president; Johan de Nysschen - The Volt is for idiots (U.S)

Audi of America president, Johan de Nysschen has dismissed General Motors Chevrolet Volt as "a car for idiots". Speaking to veteran American journalist Lawrence Ulrich, de Nysschen said that few customers will be prepared to pay the estimated £25,000 asking price for the Volt, which will go on sale in Europe as the Vauxhall/Opel Ampera. "No one is going to pay a $15,000 (£9,000) premium for a car

Car sales rise, city-car sales rise by 253% (UK)

With car sales rising 2.4% in July, August car sales rose 6% compared with the same month last year. The increase is the second consecutive monthly rise, after more than a year of decline in vehicle sales. Industry figures revealed that 67,006 new cars were registered during August. The scrappage scheme is widely accepted to have prompted the boost in sales since its introduction in May. However,

Porsche cayman 2009

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2010 Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M

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BMW EfficientDynamics hybrid sports car

The BMW Group officially introduced the concept of environmentally clean sports car EfficientDynamics, which the public will be presented in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show. As stated in a press release, the car combines the dynamics of the "charged" version of the BMW M-and high fuel efficiency of hybrids.A prototype of BMW EfficientDynamics in landing formula 2 +2 is built on an aluminum

Hyundai i10 Electric

Hyundai i10 ElectricHyundai promises a driving range of around 100 miles or 160 kilometers and a top speed of over 80 mph or 130 km/h for its all-electric mini car.The i10 Electric accommodates dual recharging cycles: a 220V household current which the company says is slower but potentially beneficial if the recharging is performed during off-peak hours when utility rates are lower plus a 415V

Audi A3 2.0 TDi pricing announced (U.S)

Diesel engined cars remain tough to sell in the North American market but German brands like Volkswagen, have sold clean-diesel cars sucuessfully. Volkswagen's luxury counterpart, Audi now wants to sell clean-diesels. It's introducing the new A3 TDI for the U.S market, for which the Ingolstadt-based automaker released pricing details. Starting price for the A3 TDI with the S-tronic transmission

Lexus revises line-up (UK)

                Lexus UK has canned the petrol-engined GS and LS sedans, cutting the range down to hybrid models only. The GS and LS ranges now consist of one model each – the GS450h and L600h – and Lexus will only sell the new RX as a hybrid  (it is available with the petrol V6 in the U.S). A Lexus source described the decision as “a logical move for the company”. The IS range will remain as it

Renault Bajaj ULC

Bajaj ULC is still under development by Bajaj Auto, Nissan and Renault. The idea is to turn it into a world project, more remarkable by its fuel consumption (about 35 km/l) than by its price. We just hope development to be quicker.

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Mazda Axela Sport 1.5 Smart Edition

Mazda Axela Sport 1.5 Smart Edition models is to upgrade from mazda 3 axela to become "dynamic sporty compacts that further exceed your expectations." Mazda augmented the vehicles' existing strengths such as their highly-acclaimed exterior and interior styling, dynamic performance and craftsmanship. Going a step further, the Axela was made even more competitive as a global compact car by

Mazda Axela Sport 1.5 Smart Edition

Mazda Axela Sport 1.5 Smart Edition models is to upgrade from mazda 3 axela to become "dynamic sporty compacts that further exceed your expectations." Mazda augmented the vehicles' existing strengths such as their highly-acclaimed exterior and interior styling, dynamic performance and craftsmanship. Going a step further, the Axela was made even more competitive as a global compact car by

2009 Audi Q7 V12 TDI Technology

With the new bigger, longer and more uncut diesel engine under the hood it officially makes the new Q7 the most powerful diesel-powered passenger vehicle around. That big 6.0-liter engine generates a whopping 500 HP and an astonishing 757.5 lb-ft of torque. That means the new Q7 has a zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) time of just 5.5 seconds. On average, it requires just 11.9 liters of fuel per 100

2009 Audi Q7 V12 TDI Technology

With the new bigger, longer and more uncut diesel engine under the hood it officially makes the new Q7 the most powerful diesel-powered passenger vehicle around. That big 6.0-liter engine generates a whopping 500 HP and an astonishing 757.5 lb-ft of torque. That means the new Q7 has a zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) time of just 5.5 seconds. On average, it requires just 11.9 liters of fuel per 100

2009 Mazda 5 Sport

Mazda mazda5 Sport is for who need affordable, fuel-efficient family transportation that's easy to maneuver in traffic and a snap to park, the Mazda 5 is a strong choice. As far as competition, the Kia Rondo is the most direct rival to this Mazda. The similarly sized Rondo offers available V6 power and is rated to carry seven passengers. The Kia has a performance advantage, but it lacks the 5's

2009 Mazda 5 Sport

Mazda mazda5 Sport is for who need affordable, fuel-efficient family transportation that's easy to maneuver in traffic and a snap to park, the Mazda 5 is a strong choice. As far as competition, the Kia Rondo is the most direct rival to this Mazda. The similarly sized Rondo offers available V6 power and is rated to carry seven passengers. The Kia has a performance advantage, but it lacks the 5's

New Car: 2010 Fiat Punto Evo

This is the Fiat Punto Evo, the revised version of the Grande Punto that will be displayed at this month’s Frankfurt motorshow and go on sale in the UK Spring 2010. As well as a mild restyling, the Fiat Punto Evo gets an updated engine range that includes the innovative 1.4-litre petrol Multiair unit. The Multiair system works by allowing direct control of air and combustion in engines, cylinder

Jaguar XF outsells Audi A6 (UK)

Jaguar’s XF saloon is continuing to steal sales from rivals, despite the weak new car market. Figures obtained show that the XF is outselling all of its saloon rivals in the UK and the margin is growing. It took 60% of the UK’s executive saloon market in July; earlier this year it was closer to 50%. “We’ve been working on residuals and keen pricing and equipment levels and that’s continuing to

Opel Flextreme Concept

Launch of Mini Crossman delayed

BMW has confirmed it will not be showing a production version of its Mini Crossover until 2010 at the earliest. At the Frankfurt motorshow this month, it will be showing two new concepts; the Mini Coupe concept and the Mini Roadster concept. The baby crossover, rumoured to be called the Crossman, was first seen as a concept car at the Paris motorshow last year. It will be the fourth production

Hyundai i20 production shifts from India (EU)

Hyundai plans to shift more than a third of its i20 production to Europe from India by the middle of 2010, according to the firm’s Indian managing director. H.S. Lheem said production of around 70,000 cars would move to Europe in order to get tax benefits. Hyundai currently has the capacity to make around 200,000 units per year in India. Lheem refused to confirm which plant in Europe the i20