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Scion will reveal its concept vehicle at the New York International Auto Show on April 20, 2011, the company announced today.

There's a Yaris for everyone, no matter if you prefer a super-compact yet super-practical hatchback or a more traditional, conservative four-door sedan (because you can't live without a trunk!). Whichever Yaris you choose, expect a highly-efficient, affordable small car that will serve as a nice backup to public transit for your daily commute.

Kia will unveil the completely-redesigned 2012 Rio sedan as well as the facelifted 2012 Soul crossover at next week's New York International Auto Show (April 22-May 1, 2011).

Few races in the motorsports world are as legendary as the Indianapolis 500. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Indy 500, a team of dozens is currently building a life-size Hot Wheels toy track for a masked stuntman, who will attempt a world-record setting jump of 302 feet with a Pro2 truck.

Rocked by a highly covered episode of corporate espionage since early 2011, Renault has written another chapter in this story by accepting the resignation of Carlos Ghosn's right-hand man and chief operating officer Patrick Pélata.

With the world premiere of the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu at the Shanghai Auto Show just six days away, General Motors chose to begin production about four months ahead of schedule.

It's common knowledge that the natural disaster that has devastated Japan also struck an incredible blow to the auto industry. While the country's seven major manufacturers are still struggling to right themselves, we learned that the earthquake and subsequent tsunami have inflicted losses of over half a million units.

Multi-level garages, automotive fleets and large-scale parking facilities can now be far greener and have a new source of revenue - thanks to Recharge Solutions Int'l LLC. This innovative Company is dedicated to providing electric vehicle charging systems to the millions of people who live and/or work in high rise buildings with multi-level garages, as well as to fleet operators and other large garage owners/operators such as airports, hospitals and universities.

Bahrain officials are "stepping up" efforts to see the island Kingdom's formula one race rescheduled in 2011.

The United States Grand Prix group responsible for bringing Formula 1 back to the United States in 2012, has officially named its Austin facility, Circuit of the Americas.

BMW revealed its lineup today for the New York Auto Show. The German manufacturer will use the press days to introduce its Twin Power Turbo 4-cylinder mill as well as the first vehicle to feature it in North America.

Luca di Montezemolo has responded mischievously to speculation about his future in politics.

Despite ongoing delays in transporting essential kit to the Jordan Rally, reconnaissance for the event started on Tuesday morning thanks to the loan of equipment from the local motorsport authority and the Middle East Rally Championship.

Nico Hulkenberg this week reiterated his hope of returning to the F1 grid next year with Force India.

Brazilian authorities have confirmed reports that a decision has been made to alter the Curva do Cafe corner ahead of this year's grand prix at Interlagos.

Timo Glock warns Marussia Virgin needs to step up in order to avoid falling to the very back of the grid.

When the RAV4 first came out back in 1996, I was in love! It was a cute, girly version of a jeep - 4wheel drive, room for 4 and you could take the top down. A four door fixed roof version was also available and that was the iconic vehicle that arguably created the compact SUV segment.

Off-roading is a huge hobby, passion even, for many of us. Taking our trucks where others dare not venture with their lesser vehicles brings a sense of pride and power. Here is our Top 10 best off-road action shots, which happen to contain some of the greatest off-road vehicles ever made.

Wards Automotive, a web site known for its yearly Top 10 Engines list, decided to mix things up a bit with a list of the 10 best cabins in the industry. The team compared 51 models, either newly introduced or significantly upgraded.

Audi has lifted the veil on the updated Q3, revealing the compact SUV for the first time ahead of a planned public premiere at next week's Shanghai motor show.