Car News

Volkswagen Passat turns 40 years
The Volkswagen Passat is one of the most beloved models made by the German car maker. This month, it celebrates 40 years of life and we decided to make a short review of its history.

2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class modified by German tuner Brabus
The German tuner Brabus has revealed its package for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Two packages – one for the S500 and one for the S63 AMG.

Renault posted its financial result in the first half of 2013
With the launch of successful models and controlled costs, Renault posted an operating margin of €583 million in the first half of 2013 despite the uncertain economic environment.

Chris Atkinson joins Hyundai Motorsport Team
Hyundai Motorsport has added a third name to its test driver line-up with confirmation today that Australian WRC driver Chris Atkinson will be part of the team’s testing programme for 2013.

Honda NSX prototype to break cover on Ohio Raceway
Honda North America Inc. has released an image of a prototype NSX supercar that will take to the racetrack at the Honda Indy 200 IndyCar Series race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, United States. The NSX prototype, complete with custom graphics, will lap the road course in advance of the race on August 4, 2013.

Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo Tech Estate and Fabia Reaction – new versions for the UK market
Å KODA is celebrating the British summertime with the arrival of two new additions to the best-selling Fabia range. The Fabia Reaction and Fabia Monte Carlo TECH Estate hit showrooms this month, both delivering high equipment levels and value for money.

Subaru WRX Concept to make European debut in Frankfurt
The Subaru WRX concept vehicle – first shown earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show – will make its European debut at the 65th Frankfurt Motor Show on Tuesday 10 September.

Dacia Sandero, least depreciating new car in the UK
With supermini style and space for city car money, Dacia’s Sandero is already proving a smash hit in the UK, having found homes for 4,000 already. Jaw-dropping prices from only £5,995 probably have a lot to do with it.

Mini VIsion Concept envisions the next generation MIni
At today’s MINI Design@Home event Anders Warming, Head of MINI Design, previews a sampling of visionary design and innovative ideas. The MINI Vision, for example, showcases various elements of future MINI design. Here, MINI has developed a vehicle design laced with new creative impulses that advance the cause of premium quality in the compact class.

Callaway wants to develop a Corvette Stingray GT3
The guys from Callaway Competition GmbH have announced that they are planning to develop a GT3-class race car based on the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray.