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Performance carmaker Spyker showed their latest work to crowds at the New York Autoshow earlier today. Riding a lengthened chassis and boasting traditionally unconventional Dutch styling elements, the C8 Aileron is a sleek, hand-built supercar that rides an advanced new chassis. Full story...

Fire up those forearms, torque-steer fans! The Mazdaspeed 3 is back, exploiting the 3's recent styling language for an even bigger visual punch, including a large vent in the hood. Mazda says the new model will carry forward with an updated version of the MZR 2.3 liter turbo engine that's now cleaner and more efficient, too. Full story...

Kia's Sorento was kicked out of its top position in the automakers lineup by the Borrego SUV last year, but the smaller and more agile model has just undergone a redesign for 2010 that should keep interest hot. Full story...

Mitsubishi Motors is accelerating its drive toward greater environmental responsibility and reinforcing its "Drive@Earth" global sustainability initiative by announcing today its commitment to develop the pure electric, four-passenger Mitsubishi i MiEV for global markets. Full story...

Fire up those forearms, torque-steer fans! The Mazdaspeed 3 is back, exploiting the 3's recent styling language for an even bigger visual punch, including a large vent in the hood. Mazda says the new model will carry forward with an updated version of the MZR 2.3 liter turbo engine that's now cleaner and more efficient, too. Full story...

ZENN Motor Company is pleased to announce it will offer the 2009 All-Electric ZENN LSV (low-speed vehicle) for an unprecedented price of $9,995 under its Ambassador Program through a combination of an innovative product Ambassador rebate program and a one time federal tax credit. This offer is available through June 30th, 2009 from the Company's network of retailers throughout the United States. Full story...

Subaru Canada announced today the debut of the all-new 2010 Subaru Outback at the New York International Auto Show. The fourth generation of the Outback is roomier and more capable--moving this versatile vehicle outside the scope of easy categorization just as the first Outback did 15 years ago. Full story...

The Hyundai HCD-11 Nuvis is the eleventh signature concept car to be designed at the company's California Design Center in Irvine, Calif. In addition to showcasing the brand's cutting-edge capabilities, Nuvis also hints at a possible design direction for a future-generation crossover, blending attributes of a tall urban car and a premium utility vehicle. Full story...

The 109th New York Auto Show has opened its doors to the press preview days. The show, which features more than 20 automakers revealing 33 new vehicles, saw the debut of the Acura ZDX prototype, the Subaru Legacy sedan and the Jeep Grand Cherokee and GMC Terrain SUVs. We'll also be featuring more detailed articles on these cars in the form of our unparalleled design reviews and design development stories. Watch this space... Full story...

Three bidders remain for General Motors' Hummer brand, two sources with knowledge of the matter said on Wednesday, adding that current offers range from $100 million to $200 million in cash, in addition to other commitments. Full story...

The White House task force charged with retooling the U.S. auto industry is meeting with General Motors officials to accelerate its restructuring process, an administration official said Wednesday. Full story...

Toyota's trendsetting sub-brand gives the IQ an extreme makeover

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Monstrously fast X6 breaks cover in New York, alongside a more planet-friendly hybrid version

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X6-rivalling SUV claims to be the only car of its kind!

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New Yorkers were treated to a free exhibition of four of BMW's most famous Art Cars, which were part of a display in Grand Central Station last week. Full story...

Having already thrown its hat in the hybrid ring with the advanced S400 Hybrid, Mercedes-Benz on Wednesday went public on its second production gasoline electric model, the ML450 Hybrid. Full story...

Having thrown its hat into the hybrid ring with the advanced S400 Hybrid, Mercedes-Benz on Wednesday went public on its second production gasoline-electric model, the ML450 Hybrid. Full story...

The new pictures of the latest version of the Ferrari 599 make it crystal clear why Ferrari added a couple of Xs to the name: It’s one of the most heart-pumping models in recent memory from the Prancing Horse--or any other carmaker. Full story...

Family-friendly concept designed to drum up interest in the European designed van

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Chrysler LLC co-President Jim Press took a crowd of journalists by surprise by arriving at the Chrysler display at the New York Auto Show in a blue Fiat 500. Full story...