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Production Chevy Camaro to Debut Within 4 Months

Clinton Deacon — 15 May 2008 21:14:43 GMT

Our intuitive pals over at autoblog have been able to confirm the Camaro will debut before September 19th, putting to bed any rumours that have been reported on various forums.

Mazda1 City Car Concept in the Works

Thami Masemola — 15 May 2008 14:11:38 GMT

Slated for a Paris debut, the Mazda1 city car concept will be inspired by other wild Mazda concepts we've seen lately.

Audi RS 6 Avant Plus Set to Return

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 15 May 2008 12:53:01 GMT

The new RS 6 Avant Plus would be able to boast 613 hp from its V10 engine

Opel Astra Reaches 10 Million Landmark

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 15 May 2008 11:54:30 GMT

“Its success is also a recognition of our expertise in the compact segment in which Opel has been playing a pioneering role since 1936 and the launch of the first Kadett”

Could the BMW Powered Veritas RS3 Super Sportscar Make it to Production?

Clinton Deacon — 15 May 2008 11:43:24 GMT

The Veritas RS3 we saw in concept form a few years a go has been making a few surprise appearances at the Nurburgring leading to the wild speculation that this crazy and completely impractical car could actually make it to production.

Aston Martin DB4 GT Coupe Auction at Bonhams

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 15 May 2008 10:34:17 GMT

”We are delighted that the Bonhams’ auction at Aston Martin has become such a prominent fixture on the international calendar of classic car sales”

Introducing the Fiat 500 Abarth Assetto Corse

Clinton Deacon — 15 May 2008 09:47:16 GMT

The genes were already in place for a racing version so surely it was only a matter of time. We can now reveal that the wait is over with the introduction of the 500 Abarth Assetto Corse which will be limited to a production run of 49 units.

Audi Wins Inventor of the Year Award

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 15 May 2008 09:34:51 GMT

The honor is bestowed on companies whose ideas have made significant contributions to Europe’s economic growth and competitiveness.

Three Photos of Life Ball MINI 2008 Released

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 15 May 2008 08:34:48 GMT

"A classic yet suped up exterior in Agent Provocateur signature pink and black colours complete with pink flashing light and inside."

Rendered Speculation: Ferrari F430 Concept

Clinton Deacon — 15 May 2008 07:50:53 GMT

Obviously at this point we have no idea what the future may bring, but that hasn't stopped Italian designer Luca Serafini from producing a number of quite stunning renderings of a concept version for the F430 successor.

Video: Cadillac CTS-V 7:59 Ring Run

Clinton Deacon — 15 May 2008 07:26:41 GMT

If there were any doubts of the superb lap time of 7 minutes and 29 seconds achieved by the Cadillac CTS-V on the Nurburgring, here is all the proof you are going to need.

Nissan 370Z Image Leaked?

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 15 May 2008 06:53:05 GMT

When compared to the 370Z sculpture shown at the recent N360 event in Portugal we can start to see some similarities between the two cars

What Would a Production BMW M1 Homage Look Like?

Gustavo Henrique Ruffo — 15 May 2008 06:47:29 GMT

When BMW revealed the M1 Homage at Villa D’Este, people have supported the idea of having a production version of the concept. The chances BMW will follow Audi steps and create its own R8 competitor, based on M1, are high. The supercar may be called M10.

Spada Codatronca TS: Full Details and Images Released

Thami Masemola — 14 May 2008 21:43:35 GMT

Spada Codatronca TS. The beginning of an Italian love story? Nice beginning; V8, 630 bhp, lightweight. Whoa!

Mini Clubman by AC Schnitzer

Clinton Deacon — 14 May 2008 20:12:56 GMT

The John Cooper Works kit went some way to appeasing the power hungry consumers with a package boosting the power up to 211hp, but AC Schnitzer had other ideas with their own package which boosts the Clubman up to 226hp.

New Evidence Confirms Super R8 will get the 5.2 Litre V10 Engine

Thami Masemola — 14 May 2008 19:39:51 GMT

Gotcha! One of Audi’s close confidants has sent through these pictures as confirmation that Audi is building a mighty R8 V10 using the 500-plus bhp 5.2-litre V10.

Fiat Presents The New Palio Weekend Adventure in Brazil

Gustavo Henrique Ruffo — 14 May 2008 19:10:49 GMT

Not long ago, the Brazilian car market wanted SUVs badly, but they were just too expensive. Fiat has brightly explored this by creating the Palio Weekend Adventure. With its facelifted version, Adventure Locker, Fiat has gone a (little) step further.

Skoda Yeti SUV Given the Green Light

Clinton Deacon — 14 May 2008 15:05:37 GMT

Sources claim Skoda has given the green light for a production version of the Yeti design study which will be marketed as a new junior 4x4/SUV and is likely to be launched sometime in 2009.

Aston Martin Rapide Spy Video

Clinton Deacon — 14 May 2008 13:11:43 GMT

There are truly some superb 4-door coupes currently in development including the Porsche Panamera and the Audi A7, but arguably the sheer beauty of the Aston Martin Rapide will see it come out on top.

Ford FPV GTP and GT Released (Au)

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 14 May 2008 12:32:45 GMT

“The new GT range has been fully engineered and designed to incorporate the latest in performance engineering, as well as significant ride and handling advancements,”

Alfa Romeo Mito Spied in Streets of Turin

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 14 May 2008 12:06:36 GMT

Finally some new images and for the first time we can see the Mito in white, arguably looking better than the traditional Alfa red

New US Volkswagen Plant May Build Cayenne

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 14 May 2008 10:12:32 GMT

"When we discuss whether to build the [VW] Touareg and [Audi] Q7 in the USA, we also talk about the Cayenne."

Blinded soldier Drives Ferrari 360 Modena Round Race Circuit

Clinton Deacon — 14 May 2008 09:04:55 GMT

A former soldier who lost sight in both his eyes whilst serving in Iraq achieved something special at the weekend by driving a Ferrari 360 Modena around the Knockhill race track in his native Scotland at speeds of up to 70mph.

Ford FPV GT E Falcon Revealed (AU)

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 14 May 2008 08:13:42 GMT

“As opposed to the overtly sporty GT, the GT E is more subtle, with striking chrome accents and a refined lip spoiler replacing the bright colours, hood and side striping and large rear wings found on the other models."

UK Pricing for Mazda2 Three-Door Announced

Clinton Deacon — 14 May 2008 07:57:52 GMT

Here comes the launch of the three-door version of the Mazda2 with an on-the-road price of €7,999 making it one of the lowest priced cars in its segment and is well expected to help further increase its market share.

APS boosts Pontiac G8 GT to 557 bhp

Thami Masemola — 13 May 2008 21:40:04 GMT

APS has hit a high power and torque mark with the Pontiac G8 6.0-litre V8, thanks to two turbos.

Arden Jaguar XF AJ 21: Details Released

Clinton Deacon — 13 May 2008 20:36:55 GMT

It was only a matter of time before the Jag-specialists at Arden got down and dirty to enhance the sporty sedan giving those power obsessed Jaguar enthusiasts a little something before the high-spec XF-R arrives this summer.

BMW & Audi to Offer New 8-speed Transmissions

Thami Masemola — 13 May 2008 16:48:19 GMT

Two Germans are to join Lexus on high eight when BMW and Audi opt for a new 8-speed ZF gearbox for their upcoming models.

Monaco Presents Its New Supercar, the MCA ALA 50

Gustavo Henrique Ruffo — 13 May 2008 16:08:38 GMT

In 1983, the racing car driver Fulvio Maria Ballabio founded “Monte Carlo Automobile” (MCA). The company has waited almost 20 years to come up with something new, the ALA 50, named after Prince Albert II, from Monaco, and his 50th anniversary.

Infiniti G37 Convertible Announced

Frank de Leeuw van Weenen — 13 May 2008 12:29:42 GMT

But last and certainly not least is the Infiniti G37 Convertible which was long rumored but never actually confirmed.