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New Porsche Boxster Spyder Photos Released

Zack Newmark — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:10:00 GMT

New images of the Porsche Boxster Spyder surfaced today, ahead of its formal debut in LA. Pics inside.

Hyundai Kia Announces New 2.4 Theta II GDI Engine

Alex Ricciuti — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:10:00 GMT

2.4 liter Theta II GDI is a direct-injection engine that will come with 201 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It will debut early next year in the Hyundai Sonata in the South Korean market.

Abt Golf VI GTD Tuning Program Announced

Thami Masemola — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:10:00 GMT

ABT Sportsline's new Golf GTD has been announced. It's got a 2.0 TDI engine making 140kW (190hp) and hauling torque of 390Nm (288 lb-ft).

Opel Corsa Gets Mid-Cycle Refresh Without Facelift

Thami Masemola — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:10:00 GMT

Opel/ Vauxhall is to present an improved Corsa next January. It will have a range of upgraded engines and is promised to drive much better.

VW Approves Porsche Merger

Alex Ricciuti — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:10:00 GMT

VW board agrees on final details to buy a 49.9 percent stake in Porsche AG by the end of this year. The company will complete a merger with Porsche AG parent company Porsche Automobil Holding SE by 2011.

Mercedes C-Class Facelift Spied

Thami Masemola — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:10:00 GMT

Spy pictures of the facelift Mercedes-Benz C-Class have appeared. Major changes include a new front bumper, new headlights, a different bonnet and fresh rear lights.

Persistent Schu/Merc rumours played down again

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Even in the wake of his spokeswoman's denial earlier this week, speculation that Michael Schumacher might return to formula one in 2010 has only intensified.

V�TH Giant with 585hp - Based on Mercedes ML 63 AMG

Alex Ricciuti — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:10:00 GMT

German tuner pumps the ML 63 AMG up to 585 hp and 690 Nm of torque while also adding a high-performance brake system and an adjustable sport suspension that can lower the SUV up to 40 mm.

Lamborghini URUS - New Range Topping Model Rumored

Alex Ricciuti — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:10:00 GMT

New Urus set to compete with Ferrari's next Enzo. Urus will come with a 6.0 liter V12 engine tuned up to around 800 hp and likely cracking the 3.0 second mark in the 0 to 100 km/h sprint.

Heico Sportiv Tunes Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe Facelift

Thami Masemola — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Heico Sportiv offers owners of the facelift Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe a new power and exterior kit.

2010 Toyota Land Cruiser Launched in UK - Pricing Announced [Video]

Michael Gauthier — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Starting at £29,795, the base LC3 trim level features 17-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, roof rails, fog lamps, a climate control system, Bluetooth connectivity and a Smart Entry and Start system.

Audi A1 - the Full Story

Thami Masemola — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New detailed information on the imminent Audi A1 has surfaced. Engines are described and all body styles revealed. Read on.

Lee Noble Reveals First Details of New Company & GBP75K Sports Car

Thami Masemola — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Lee Noble has formed a new company called Fenix Automotive which will produce a super-quick V8-powered sports car.

Lexus GX 460 to Debut at Auto Guangzhou

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

While details are limited, the GX is expected to be virtually identical to the new Land Cruiser Prado.

BMW 1-Series Hybrid Spied for First Time

Thami Masemola — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

BMW's 1 Series Hybrid car was spotted testing for the first time. The powertrain is likely to debut with the next-generation car in 2011.

Crazy Finns Rally Crash Video

Brian Potter — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

It shows the level of dedication or insanity that every rally driver faces when honing the skills of their sport.

Mercedes SLS AMG, ML450 Hybrid to Debut in Los Angeles

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Mercedes has announced plans to bring the SLS AMG, the ML450 Hybrid, and the F-Cell to the Los Angeles Auto Show.

Ford Fiesta S2000 Rally Car Unveiled by M-Sport [Video]

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Power comes from a 1998cc Pipo-built four-cylinder Duratec engine, which produces 280 bhp and 260 Nm of torque.

BMW Announces U.S. Pricing for ActiveHybrid X6 & 550i GT

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

The 550i Gran Turismo will start at $64,725 and the ActiveHybrid X6 goes for $89,725.

Honda Personal-Neo Urban Transport (P-NUT) Concept to Debut in Los Angeles

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

While the company declined to elaborate or release pictures, they stated the P-NUT will "demonstrate a futuristic concept for an ultra-compact, aggressively designed coupe."

Audi A8 World Debut Announced

Thami Masemola — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

The all-new Audi A8 will finally be unveiled in Miami on November 30th. Expect a well-desinged, proportional modern car packed with hi-technology and strong engines.

Raikkonen to Mercedes?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:30:00 GMT

With McLaren signing Jenson Button, the Finn's manager Steve Robertson said on Wednesday that Raikkonen, 30, would take a year off in 2010 and go rallying instead.

Porsche 911 GT3 R - New Racing Version for International GT Sport

Michael Gauthier — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Designed to meet international FIA GT3 regulations, the GT3 R features a 4.0-liter six-cylinder boxer engine with 480 bhp (353 kW).

Ferrari Preparing Hardcore 599 GTO?

Thami Masemola — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Reports claim that Ferrari is working on releasing a more powerful, lighter and faster 599 GTB Fiorano called the 599 GTO.

5,555,555th BMW 5 Series Production Milestone Reached

Thami Masemola — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

The 5,555,555th BMW 5 Series rolled off the company's Dingolfing production line. It is being donated to the Bavarian Forest National Park.

Crashed Bugatti Veyron - The Aftermath

Alex Ricciuti — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bugatti Veyron ended up ditched in a salt-water lake in the environs of Galveston, Texas.

Mercedes to Launch Baby SLS AMG in 2013

Thami Masemola — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Rumours have surfaced of a smaller, cheaper Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG with no gullwing doors. A twin turbo V8 is said to supply over 500bhp.

Mazda2 Coming to America: Confirmed for L.A. Auto Show Unveiling

Alex Ricciuti — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Mazda2 will go on sale in North America late in 2010 as a 2011 model. It will be making its North American debut at the Los Angeles auto show in early December.

BMW M6 Concept Renderings Speculates the Future

Alex Ricciuti — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Artist rendering imagines what the next-generation BMW M6 will look like. The 2011 6-Series is expected to debut sometime next year.

Kia's First U.S. Built Model Rolls off Production Line

Thami Masemola — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

The first Kia vehicle built in the US has rolled off the company's Georgia facility. The white was Sorento draped in flowers and ribbons as a welcome to America.