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The folks at Radio Flyer have collaborated with Tesla Motors to create a drivable miniature version of the Model S electric car for children, complete with lithium-ion battery technology.

News 16 Feb, 2016

Audi thinks all-wheel drive cars can be green and its new 'quattro with ultra technology' sets out to prove it

News 16 Feb, 2016

Alpine is planning a range of models that stay true to the brand’s DNA with light weight and fun driving characteristics

Seven Super Bowl 50 commercials remain on our Viral Video list this week, including Honda's top-rated 'sheepish' tribute to the new Ridgeline, "A New Truck to Love."

Daimler's supervisory board has extended the contract of Dieter Zetsche (62) by three years until 31 December, 2019.

Features 17 Feb, 2016

The F10 M5 moved from V10 to V8 power, proving that downsizing isn't all bad

General Motors is recalling about 200,000 Saab and Saturn vehicles as part of a wider recall of more than 5 million autos with potentially defective airbag inflators made by Takata.

The downsized 2017 GMC Acadia crossover will debut in showrooms this spring with a shrunken price tag, too.

Moscow-based analysts maintain the Russian automotive sector will eventually recover from its present slump, insisting the market has yet to reach saturation point.

Renault will launch sales of a new Alpine sports car in 2017, reviving the mothballed nameplate in a bid to add racing flair to the automaker's lineup. The two-seat coupe will be able to accelerate to 100kph (62 mph) in 4.

News 16 Feb, 2016

Lotus unveils hardcore, limited-run Elise Cup 250 with 257bhp per tonne and 3.9-second 0-62mph time

Daimler appointed Ola Kaellenius as head of research and development, making the 46-year-old Swedish national a prime contender to succeed Dieter Zetsche as the automaker's next CEO.

Fiat Chrysler's announcement a new minivan at its Windsor, Ontario, factory will mean twice as many jobs as first expected is a reflection of Canada's competiveness in the auto sector, the head of the Unifor union said.

VW is talking with with Jianghuai Auto about a potential tie-up, VW's China chief Jochem Heizmann said.

Figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), show passenger car registrations rose 6.2% in January, marking the 29th consecutive month of growth.

News 16 Feb, 2016

Eagle announces a third, made-to-order edition to its bespoke modernised Jaguar E-Type range

Nissan Motor Company has told Ashok Leyland it is ending its 50-50 technology development joint venture Nissan Ashok Leyland Technologies due to non-payment of royalties, according to Indian media reports.

Ford will add production of two models, the Ka minicar and EcoSport small SUV, at its underused plant in Craiova, Romania, a report said

Ford will add production of two models, the Ka minicar and EcoSport small SUV, at its underused plant in Craiova, Romania, a report said

Tips & advice 16 Feb, 2016

Euro NCAP is the independent body behind new car crash safety scores. Here’s everything you need to know