Car News

Jurgen Stackmann replaces James Muir as Seat CEO
Jurgen Stackmann (51) is to take over as Chairman of SEAT S.A. effective May 1, 2013. In this function he succeeds James Muir (54), who will assume a senior management function within the Volkswagen Group and will report direct to the Board of Management.

Ford and GM will jointly develop 9 and 10-speed transmissions
Ford and General Motors have signed an agreement under which both companies will jointly develop an all-new generation of advanced technology 9- and 10-speed automatic transmissions for cars, crossovers, SUVs and trucks.

BMW M5 F10 with 700HP from Switzer
The US tuner Switzer Performance has released a performance package for the BMW M5 F10. The new kit is available for 6.995 Dollars and comes with some special modifications.

Mitsubishi Concept G4 hints at future Toyota Corolla rival
The Mitsubishi Concept G4 is a vision for a new compact sedan which MMC plans to roll out globally. The Mitsubishi Concept G4 uses a high-clarity brilliant-cut diamond motif in the design of the front grille, headlamps and rear combination lamps to create a frontal visage with a commanding presence and a tail end which leaves a sharp impression.

Aston Martin needs some help in designing the new Gulf-livery for 24 Hours LeMans
At the opening round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) this weekend, the Six Hours of Silverstone, Aston Martin Racing and long-time team partner Gulf are launching a competition to design the livery for the team’s #97 Vantage GTE as it competes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.

This is the 2013 Peugeot 208 T16 Pikes Peak (+Video)
Last week, Peugeot has come with a few teaser images for the 2013 208 T16 Pikes Peak racer. Today, the French car maker has unveiled its project for that will compete in the legendary hill climb on June 30th.

2013 Fiat 500e, starting at 32.500 dollars in the US
Fiat North America is helping to make it easy for California residents to purchase or lease the all-new 2013 Fiat 500e when the electric vehicle (EV) goes on sale in the Golden State this summer.

Rolls Royce Ghost for Breast Cancer Care
The British car maker Rolls Royce has teamed up with FAB1 Million and created a Ghost Extended Wheelbase to support Breast Cancer Care.

Fisker Karma by Ultimate Auto
Things are not good for the Fisker brand, but the guys from Ultimate Auto decided to reveal an aesthetic package for the Karma model.

BMW MZ8 Concept – a tribute to BMW Z8 and 8 Series
The French designer Christophe Jourd’hui has launched a new concept. Dubbed the BMW MZ8, it pays tribute to the legendary BMW 8 Series and Z8 roadster.