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Audi A3 has reached 3 million units milestone
Audi is celebrating the production of the 3 millionth A3 model since the first generation of the compact premium car was borne. The milestone car is a white A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI quattro. This success can be explained by the fact that Audi A3 is seled in 117 countries.
Silverstone pays tribute to Jim Clark Formula 1 driver
Final plans to celebrate the remarkable racing achievements of double world champion Jim Clark at this summer’s Silverstone Classic (26-28 July) have been confirmed.
Alex Fergussons Chevrolet Captiva to be auctioned for charitty
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson combined his love for golf with an opportunity to help active and retired Royal Welsh servicemen. A number of items related to his last year at the helm of the club – including his seven-seater SUV Chevrolet Captiva – were sold at auction at the Sir Alex Ferguson Golf Classic event on 5 July at the Belfry, a location synonymous with golf.
Suzuki SX-4 S-Cross – UK pricing announced
The new SX4 S-Cross goes on sale on 1 October and Suzuki announced pricing and specification details for the range starting at £14,999 for the SZ3 1.6-Litre petrol. It has only been a few months since the new SX4 S-Cross was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.
2014 Mercedes S63 AMG – official photos and details
Mercedes-AMG is unleashing the new S63 AMG, the most powerful high-performance saloon in the luxury segment. The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine – the most powerful member of the BlueDIRECT engine family, with an output of 585 hp and torque of 900 Nm – delivers effortlessly superior performance. Thanks to systematic lightweight construction based on the “AMG Lightweight Performance” philosophy, the S 63 AMG is up to 100 kilograms lighter than its predecessor.
Fangio’s F1 Mercedes-Benz W196 The Most Expensive Car Ever
A private collector just paid $30 million for Juan Manuel Fangio’s Mercedes-Benz W196 F1 racer at the Bonhmans Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale.
Ferrari celebrated 20 years of Goodwood with special cars
Although the excitement of the 20th Anniversary of the Goodwood Festival of Speed is over for another year, Ferrari fans will have many memories on which to reflect until next year’s event. Ferrari was represented by a diverse array of classic and modern road and race cars from the Prancing Horse’s illustrious past, including two historically significant cars from its 250 series, a 2010 F10 Formula 1 car and its newest V12 flagship model, the F12berlinetta, as well as a very special one-off car from the company’s Special Projects division.
Ferrari 458 Spider Elegante by DMC
Now, that the summer has arrived, the convertible cars are back on the road. In these conditions, the German tuner DMC has released its latest program for the Ferrari 458 Spider. Dubbed Elegante, the new kit comes with an exterior package and with some power upgrades.
Nissan has unveiled the GT-R Midnight Opal Edition
Starting today, the Nissan GT-R will feature a new special edition. Dubbed the Midnight Opal Edition, it will be built in 100 units and is available globally.
VIDEO: Mazda3 debuts on video
The new Mazda3 debuts on video. Mazda unveiled the first commercial clip of its compact car. The new Mazda3 has a wheelbase of 2.700 millimeters which is 61 mm longer than the previous generation. The Japanese model is 45.6 mm shorter than the current version but it gains 40.6 mm in width. According to Mazda officials “the rear seatbacks are nearly 52 mm taller for added passenger comfort”.