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F1 Boss Bernie Ecclestone sympathizes with Hitler and Saddam Hussein

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 21:10:35 GMT

Bernie Ecclestone has opened the door to a tirade of condemnation by decrying democracy and defending the world's most universal tyrants Adolf Hitler and Saddam Hussein.

MUGEN Euro confirms Type R prototype development

Thami Masemola — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:02:44 GMT

MUGEN EURO, a division of MUGEN of Japan, is currently testing a prototype of a car based on the Civic Type R. Not yet planned for production the car will get more power and torque, possibly over 240hp.

Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG In Depth

Thami Masemola — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:47:20 GMT

The Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG is the epitome of the new E-Class range. Its V8 engine flicks out 525 horses and does 0 - 100km/h in 4.5 seconds. Merc says this is the the ultimate everyday executive performance sedan.

Bentley Continental GT meets Pop Art

Michael Gauthier — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:17:20 GMT

Pop artist Romero Britto has created a uniquely styled Bentley Continental GT for his "Come to my World" exhibition in Berlin.

Pagani Cinque Roadster Revealed

Christopher Jackson — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:47:20 GMT

Pagani has unveiled the Zonda Cinque Roadster, a companion to the limited-produciton Zonda Cinque, with a price tag of 1.3 million euro

Chevy Camaro headed to Europe

Christopher Jackson — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:17:20 GMT

The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has been green-lighted for export to Europe at an unspecified date.

Fiat 500 models confirmed for US

Christopher Jackson — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:47:20 GMT

Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne confirmed that the Fiat 500 will be sold in U.S. Chrysler dealers, with four models available.

VW Up! will only cost 900 euros to build - report

Zack Newmark — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:17:20 GMT

Volkswagen is planning to markup th cost of the Volkswagen up! by as much as 1000%.

Top Gear puts Bugatti Veyron against McLaren F1

Zack Newmark — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:47:20 GMT

Can the Stig push the lower-powered, lighter weight McLaren F1 past the Bugatti Veyron in a straight drag race?

Porsche at Goodwood FOS 2009

Zack Newmark — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:17:20 GMT

We have the full rundown on Porsche's massive showing at the 2009 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing Spied in Grey

Michael Gauthier — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:47:20 GMT

Although this particular mule is still heavily camouflaged, we can see some new details including the side mirrors which feature integrated turn signals.

Leaked email says Virgin buying Manor stake

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:17:20 GMT

Virgin has decided to buy a share of the new Manor formula one team, a leaked email has confirmed.

Nissan 370Z Yellow GT4 limited edition announced at Goodwood

Michael Gauthier — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:47:20 GMT

The 370Z Yellow accelerates from 0-62 mph in 5.3 seconds before hitting a limited top speed of 155 mph.

Audi Goodwood monument revealed

Michael Gauthier — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:17:20 GMT

The massive monument is 35 meters (115') high and features a 1937 Auto Union streamliner and Audi's new R8 V10 sports car.

New Dacia SUV spied uncovered

Thami Masemola — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:47:20 GMT

Clear spy photos of the Dacia small SUV have come through. The car is completely free of any camouflage but seems to have borrowed quite a bit from its Nissan cousins.

Porsche to Launch High Performance Panamera GTS

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:59:48 GMT

The GTS will likely boast more than 500 horsepower, which should enable it to beat the 4.0 second 0-60 mph time of the Panamera Turbo.

Cadillac XTS Luxury Sedan to Arrive in 2011?

Thami Masemola — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:59:48 GMT

Cadillac has plans to start producing a BMW 7 Series/ Mercedes S-Class rival from 2011. According to a report the car, to be called the XTS, will be built at GM's Oshawa plant in Canada.

Sportec SPR1 M full details released

Thami Masemola — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:59:48 GMT

After its debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show the SPORTEC SPR1 T80 has now shown its true colours. And those colours are worth a full compliment of 858 ponies and top whack of over 380km/h.

VW builds 1 millionth T5 van

Zack Newmark — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:59:48 GMT

The millionth Volkswagen T5 rolled off the production line last week, and we have the details inside.

Audi A7 Sportback due in late 2010

Thami Masemola — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:54:12 GMT

The Audi A7 Sportback has been shifted from 2009 to the end of 2010. The four-door coupe-like sedan will use the same V6 and V8 engines as existing Audis but add a couple of new ones as well.

BMW X1 Officially Released with HD Video

Thami Masemola — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:30:37 GMT

BMW X1, finally official! Six models are available at launch but only the most powerful one is a petrol. Rear-wheel-drive models also to be sold and the US gets its X1 fix during 2011.

Lotus Elise Black & White Editions Announced - Porsche envy

Zack Newmark — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:54:12 GMT

Inside you will find photos of two new Lotus Elise special editions, with full details and pricing.

BMW 7-Series M Sport Package and xDrive models confirmed for US - launch this fall

Thami Masemola — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:34:11 GMT

Both the BMW 750i and 750Li with xDrive will start shipping to the US this autumn. The AWD system is said to be best in class and can transfer up to 80% of torque to the rear wheels for better handling.

BMW 3-Series GT hatchback approved for production

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:04:11 GMT

Destined to go into production in 2011, the 3-Series GT will offer the same odd styling and hatchback versatility of its bigger brother, the 5-Series GT.

Alfa Romeo 8C Spider to race up Goodwood hill

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:34:11 GMT

Based on the sexy 8C Competizione coupe, the new 8C Spider boasts a 4.7-liter V8 engine that produces 450 bhp and 480 Nm of torque.

2011 BMW M5 spy photos show new details

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:04:11 GMT

Although this particular mule is still heavily camouflaged, we can see several pieces of traditional M-trim including widened fenders, massive cross-drilled brake discs, and quad tailpipes.

Toyota considering Fuji GP axe - spokesman

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:25:34 GMT

Toyota is considering abandoning its plans to host the 2010 Japanese grand prix, a spokesman for the Japanese carmaker has revealed.

Gumpert Apollo Speed prototype spotted at the 'Ring

Zack Newmark — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:50:40 GMT

Spied on the Ring are these pictures of a Gumpert Apollo Sport prototype, featuring a few modifications. Will it make its way to Frankfurt? Geneva?

Caractere styling kit for Audi Q5

Thami Masemola — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:17:08 GMT

Caractere will start selling a new styling kit for the Audi Q5 this coming October. Making up the kit are parts like a roof spoiler and wheel arch extensions.

Renault Clio RS Gordini artist interpretation

Thami Masemola — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:47:08 GMT

An artist's impression of what a Renault Clio RS by Gordini could look like has been penned by Frenchman Thomas Clevet. It features lots of air intakes and a bare interior.