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News 10 Sep, 2013

V12 Vantage S celebrating rich history of Aston Martin at Frankfurt motor show

Renault and Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn predicts the global auto market will grow just 1.5 percent this year, but rise to around 3 percent in 2014.

Renault and Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn predicts the global auto market will grow just 1.5 percent this year, but rise to around 3 percent in 2014.

News 10 Sep, 2013

We take a drive in an electric BMW i3 'taxi' at the Frankfurt Motor Show

News 10 Sep, 2013

iV-4 hints 
at crossover the size of a supermini to rival Dacia Duster and Nissan Juke

News 10 Sep, 2013

iV-4 hints 
at crossover the size of a supermini to rival Dacia Duster and Nissan Juke

News 10 Sep, 2013

Renault Espace is previewed at this week's Frankfurt Motor Show

News 10 Sep, 2013

Renault Espace is previewed at this week's Frankfurt Motor Show

News 10 Sep, 2013

Mercedes S-Class coupe is due next year with prices set to start at £75,000

News 10 Sep, 2013

Racing version of Mercedes CLA 45 AMG revealed

Pictures 10 Sep, 2013

Former BMW styling boss Chris Bangle believes current car design is standing still in a fast-moving world.

Former BMW styling boss Chris Bangle believes current car design is standing still in a fast-moving world.

Ford of Europe CEO Stephen Odell sees signs that the European economy's tailspin has stopped. He cited business purchasing data, flattening of unemployment levels and the ability of hard-hit southern European countries to borrow.

Lamborghini's race with Bentley to build the world's most expensive SUV reflects the competition among VW's 12 brands.

Ford of Europe CEO Stephen Odell sees signs that the European economy's tailspin has stopped. He cited business purchasing data, flattening of unemployment levels and the ability of hard-hit southern European countries to borrow.

Lamborghini's race with Bentley to build the world's most expensive SUV reflects the competition among VW's 12 brands.

Kia today launched a compact crossover concept with butterfly doors at the Frankfurt Auto Show. Called Niro, this Nissan Juke rival stands 4,185 mm long, 1,850 mm wide, and 1,558 mm tall.

Riding on 20'' wheels, the Kia Niro offers 2+2 seating with a 50/50 split rear bench. Under the hood, you'll find a 1.6L turbocharged engine that generates 160 horsepower through a seven-speed, dual-clutch gearbox, while the rear wheels are driven by a 33 kilowatt electric motor.

The interior of the Kia Niro features aluminum inserts and a flat-bottomed steering wheel wrapped in leather. The centre screen can display altitude, compass, navigation, Bluetooth, and entertainment information.

Kia doesn't plan to enter production with the Niro, but based on consumer response, this concept may serve as inspiration for a future road model.

Source : caradisiac.com

Photo: Kia

The completely redesigned 2014 Kia Soul made its European debut today at the Frankfurt Auto Show. Sporting a fresh new look inspired by the 2012 Kia Track'ster concept, the Soul also rides on a new platform and promises improved driving dynamics.

Front and rear LEDs, xenon headlights, and a panoramic sunroof highlight the exterior of the 2014 Kia Soul. The interior will prove quieter and roomier than the current one, including in the cargo area (now amounting to 354 litres).

Available features will include keyless entry and push-button start, automatic climate control, leather seat trim, and ventilated front seats. An optional Infinity sound system, tuned specifically for the 2014 Kia Soul, will also be part of the menu.

Pricing and on-sale dates have yet to be announced.

2013 vs 2014 Kia Soul (Photomontage: Auto123.com)

The Porsche 918 Spyder, officially unveiled today at the Frankfurt Auto Show, recently completed the 20.6 kilometres of the Nurburgring Nordschleife in a time of six minutes and 57 seconds -- 14 seconds faster than the previous Nurburgring record for a street-legal automobile.

“We promised a great deal with the 918 Spyder, namely to redefine performance, efficiency and driving pleasure. We have kept our word,” said Wolfgang Hatz, member of the Porsche AG Board of Management in charge of Research and Development.

As a plug-in hybrid, the new Porsche 918 Spyder paves the way for future generations of super sports cars. This 887-horsepower green monster can sprint from 0-100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds while burning an average of 3.0-3.3L/100km.