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We know we're currently playing the word game and we promise that it will end sooner rather than later... maybe. A few days back, we posted a story on the visual differences between certain specific cars. A few short days later, Ferrari announced to the World details on their new FF, the latest supercar from Maranello aimed at the affluent, scratch that, mega-loaded family of four. Full story...

Toyota unveiled a picture showing a small part of the second evolution of the FT-86 II Concept which will debut at the Geneva Auto show. According to the manufacturer, this version should clearly indicate the final design of the Japanese racer inspired by the legendary Toyota AE-86. Full story...

At the dawn of the new millennium, Volkswagen and Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Piëch formulated the visionary goal of bringing to the market a production car that was practical for everyday use with a fuel consumption of 1.0 litre per 100 kilometres. Crazy, don't you think? But try to wrap your head around this: the VW Formula XL1 plug-in hybrid concept soon to be unveiled at the Qatar Motor Show burns as little as 0.9 L/100 km! Full story...

The imminent arrival of electric vehicles (EV) in Canada will usher in a new era and everyone dealing with cars - from consumers to maintenance workers - will have to adjust to this phenomenon. Emergency response crews will also have to adapt their work methods and knowledge in order to effectively help EV owners in a variety of situations. Full story...

At the first Qatar Motor Show (26 - 29 January), Volkswagen is presenting two exclusive SUV concept cars for the first time. The common denominator of these all-wheel drive vehicles: No compromises! Show car number 1 is a slightly tamer version of the Touareg 3 that started in the Dakar Rally at the beginning of January; this 228 kW / 310 PS Volkswagen could very well be the world's most talented street-legal SUV. Show car number 2 is the Touareg Gold Edition - many of its parts have been upgraded with 24-carat gold; this 265 kW Volkswagen (360 PS) is debuting as one of the highest quality SUVs ever. The cost of these concept cars? Priceless. Yet... Full story...

Technical director Geoff Willis is currently designing the Hispania Racing Team F111, which will be ready in March for the final test in Bahrain, ahead of the start of the season. Full story...

A prominent race engineer has returned to Williams for the 2011 season. Full story...

Team Lotus has finally confirmed reports that its 2011 car will be ready for the first test of the pre-season at Valencia. Full story...

Romain Grosjean will make his GP2 come back as he will compete the GP2 with DAMS. Full story...

Ferrari's 2011 formula one car will be called F150, the famous Italian team has announced. Full story...

I've been test driving cars for nearly 12 years now, have been a car-tard all my life and something has always been fairly obvious to myself and many others that are called upon to evaluate the auto business in North America: the Europeans know what they are doing. Full story...

If you want to make Hyundai and Kia crazy just call them a 'group.' They really don't like. Full story...

Pagani’s new supercar is here to replace the Zonda. It’s called the Huayra, has 700bhp and costs £1million!

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First Look: Volkswagen XL1 Concept

Could the 1-liter car finally be produced?

Volkswagen has been evolving its superefficient-vehicle concept since the 1-Litre car debuted in 2002, and the XL1 concept is the most recent variation on that theme. Although many specifications are close to what we saw in the 2009 L1 concept, the XL1 is more efficient, more practical, and closer to reaching production.

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First Look: Volkswagen XL1 Concept

Could the 1-liter car finally be produced?

Volkswagen has been evolving its superefficient-vehicle concept since the 1-Litre car debuted in 2002, and the XL1 concept is the most recent variation on that theme. Although many specifications are close to what we saw in the 2009 L1 concept, the XL1 is more efficient, more practical, and closer to reaching production.

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Porsche rolls out the Black Edition 911, Sirius XM wants an end to the price freeze, and you tell us what you think of the Ferrari FF. Full story...

Suzuki will air a commercial for its Kizashi sport sedan during the Super Bowl next month, joining the crowded field of automotive brands hoping to capitalize on the year's biggest TV event. Full story...

The 2011 North American International Auto Show was a far cry from the subdued mood of recent years, according to final numbers released today by the event's organizers. Full story...

U.S. safety regulators said today they have opened a preliminary investigation into a potential problem with wheel studs on 2010 Ford Motor Co. Fusion models. Wheel studs are the screws that secure a wheel to a vehicle, held in place by a lug nut. Full story...

For a naked bike, itand#8217;s loaded. Full story...