Citroën has provided its first hint at the interior styling of the all-new DS3 by unveiling a new iteration of the DS Inside concept model.
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In April 2009 series production of Porsche's fourth model line, the Panamera, started in the Leipzig plant of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. In the world's most modern automotive factory to date the manufacturer of premium sports vehicles is assembling the four-door Gran Turismo together with the Cayenne sports utility vehicle on one line using the latest production methods. At the same time Porsche has managed to almost entirely do away with expensive storage areas by installing a logistics concept that is an innovation in the industry.
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In today's News Brake: GM steps into bankruptcy as Chrysler is ready to step out, the production version of the Lexus LF-A may get its debut at the Tokyo motor show, and Citroën executives take a close look at building the GT concept . . .
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In today's News Brake: GM steps into bankruptcy as Chrysler is ready to step out, the production version of the Lexus LF-A may get its debut at the Tokyo motor show, and Citroen executives take a close look at building the GT concept . . .
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Magna has issued a statement saying that it looks forward to working with GM, the German governments and other stakeholders as it seeks to 'turn our concept into a reality'.
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Volvo presented a new concept car on Monday that combines a plug-in charged lithium battery with a diesel engine, technology which it aims to have on the market in 2012.
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Aurora, ON - Magna International Inc. announced today that, following extensive negotiations over the past several days with various stakeholders, including representatives of German federal and state governments, GM Europe, General Motors Corporation and the US Treasury, it has reached a conceptual framework that should allow Opel to avoid a possible insolvency filing and pursue the restructuring required for its immediate and long-term viability.
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This may be the most natural progression from the car world to art: Rinspeed, the master of the offbeat concept, is launching an auto-themed collection of contemporary prints.
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Audi’s ‘baby’ SUV, the Q5, is showing its mean streak. Also making an appearance at this year’s GTI Wörthersee meeting was the Q5 Custom Concept – a one-off show car that could preview a hot ‘S’ version of the compact off-roader.The model features an imposing bodykit, reworked chassis and a retuned version of the S4’s supercharged 3.0-litre V6.
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On Tuesday, May 26, Volvo released a new online interactive racing game starring its very own race cars. Online gaming and car enthusiasts can now take part in "Volvo - The Game", developed by the Swedish automaker and domestic partner SimBin. Players can choose from a selection of six cars, including the all-new S60 Concept.
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Intelligence is a concept that's hard to define. Rationality can be a sign of intelligence, especially when it comes to shopping for a new car. It's also the focus of engineers and designers who created the all-new 2009 Volkswagen
Jetta Wagon TDI Clean Diesel. This car is a sweet combination of understated styling, generous cargo room and, above all, great fuel economy.
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VW fans are treated special editions of the new Polo and Golf at annual GTI meet in Austria
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Audi's compact SUV is fitted with tuned version of the S4's supercharged V6
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Swedish concept aims to prove battery-powered cars can compete at the pinnacle of motorsport
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Audi has provided the strongest hint yet that it plans to crown its Q5 lineup with an RS model by revealing a one-off, 408-hp, supercharged 3.0-liter V6 concept version of its compact SUV.
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Red Bull has succeeded in readying a 'double diffuser' solution in time for this weekend's Monaco grand prix. Until mere days ago, designer Adrian Newey admitted it was "touch and go" whether the RB5, featuring unique pullrod rear suspension, could be modified in time to accommodate the controversial concept.
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Car manufacturers are going drop-top crazy - and the latest model to get the green light is Volkswagen's Concept C. Bosses have officially confirmed the Golf-based study - first seen at the Geneva Motor Show in March - is to come off the drawing board and into production.
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