The folks at MINI have been busy updating their popular Convertible, and the fruits of their labor were on display at this week's North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). BMW says the revised model gets various updates to packaging, safety and styling while leaving its cheeky personality unchanged. Fans of the Mini lineup noted the model's subtle size increase and various evolutionary styling updates.
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We're not sure why the Germans keep calling sleek four-door models 'coupes'--but regardless of the definition, there's a new one expected from Audi in 2010. Think along the lines of a Mercedes-Benz CLS or the Volkswagen Passat CC.
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The popular Chevrolet Equinox SUV is set to enter the 2010 model year with a complete update, restyle and new powertrain lineup. Under the hood, a new set of engines provide optimized performance and mileage. Owners can choose either a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine or a three-litre V6.
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Jaguar displayed an upcoming performance model in Detroit today, after photos of a test prototype have been swirling the internet for months. Jag's latest creation aims to put the British automaker's XF model into the realm of the high-performance premium sedan. The standard model is fitted with all the standard vents, openings and trim pieces expected of a high performance machine, alongside increased wheel and tailpipe diameters.
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Kia's urban 'crossover', the Soul, is being eagerly anticipated by shoppers after an affordable, stylish and practical machine with both street smart looks and flexibility. Set for a European launch in early 2009, the Soul will start sales overseas with diesel power and a selection of customization and personalization options including a moonroof, fog lamps and an audio system upgrade.
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2009 is going to be a big year for environmentally-minded car shoppers. Hybrids from Toyota and Honda are arguably the big news on the green front at the moment, as both promise to deliver yet-unmatched levels of performance, efficiency and affordability.
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The future is electric, and Cadillac is presenting its vision with the Converj, a four-passenger, luxury grand touring coupe. GM's much-anticipated EV powertrain that will motivate the Chevrolet Volt is called Voltec, and will also power the Converj. The car's range is 64 kilometres, and swells to several hundreds when the gasoline engine regenerates energy for the battery pack.
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2009 is going to be a big year for environmentally-minded car shoppers. Hybrids from Toyota and Honda are arguably the big news on the green front at the moment, as both promise to deliver yet-unmatched levels of performance, efficiency and affordability.
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Chrysler put its electric vehicle efforts center stage for the Detroit auto show with a display of the latest versions of several production-intent EVs.
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Designer Moray Callum's latest project at Ford wasn't designing just another car. He was charged with making over one of the company's most-famous nameplates: Taurus.
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Get used to seeing, hearing and reading about the redesigned 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, but dont look for it at the North American International Auto Show.
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Shame, the new metallic chisel-beak. Though some love the styling of the new-for-2009 Acura TL, its controversial looks appear questionable at best in many circles.
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Ferrari has decided to change the venue for the track debut of its 2009 formula one car.
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Sebastien Buemi has revealed that his contract to race with the Toro Rosso team in 2009 was signed almost three weeks ago.
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Just as F1's team alliance FOTA has pushed on with cost cuts, the group is now turning its attention to spicing up the spectacle of the sport.
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Ron Dennis has admitted he is "concerned" chiefs of the Donington Park circuit will fail in their task to organise the 2010 British grand prix.
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A spokeswoman for Renault has confirmed reports the French team's new F1 car for 2009 has failed a crash test.
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Former Formula One driver Franck Montagny admits that his hopes are rapidly fading to obtain a regular IndyCar seat for the 2009 season but he is still targeting an Indianapolis 500 drive with Andretti-Green Racing.
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Ferrari has decided to change the venue for the track debut of its 2009 formula one car.
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