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2013 Porsche 911 GT3 R launched before the motorsport season
The new Porsche 911 GT3 R based on the 997 model generation heads into the 2013 motorsport season with extensive modifications. With its widened fender flares front and rear, the successful customer sport racer, fielded in the GT3 classes, looks considerably brawnier than its predecessor.
Vath Mercedes A-Class V25 tuning program
The German company VÄTH takes a different approach on the current A-Class A 250.
Henrik Fisker resigned from Fisker Automotive
It was a sad day for Fisker, an American electric vehicle manufacturer. Henrik Fisker, the former BMW designer who co-founded Fisker Automotive, has resigned from the plug-in hybrid car maker, citing discord with company executives.
2014 Next-Generation Toyota Highlander to make world debut at 2013 New York Auto Show
Toyota will stage the world debut of the all-new 2014 Highlander mid-size SUV at a press conference at the 2013 New York Auto Show.
World Car of the Year top finalists announced
At a press conference hosted by Bridgestone Corporation and the New York International Auto Show at the Geneva International Motor Show, the top finalists for the World Car of the Year, World Performance Car, World Green Car and World Car Design of the Year awards were announced today.
Lamborghini has another record year: 30 percent increased deliveries in 2012
Automobili Lamborghini has completed the fiscal year 2012 again with a double digit increase in deliveries and turnover. Global deliveries increased by 30% from 1,602 to 2,083 units.
Mercedes M-Class Guard version introduced
The new special-protection variant of the M-Class is the latest addition to the extensive Mercedes-Benz Guard family. As with all Guard models, the armoured version of this popular SUV follows the brand-typical integrated special protection design principle.
Nissan to use advanced high tensile strength steel in up to 25 percent of new model parts
Nissan announced its plan to expand the use of Advanced High Tensile Strength Steel (AHSS) in to up to 25 percent of the vehicle parts (measured by weight) installed in its new production models.
2015 Volkswagen Golf to make its US debut during New York Auto Show
At the New York International Auto Show, Volkswagen is debuting all three of the Golf versions that will go on sale next year: the entry-level TSI model; the TDI Clean Diesel; and the sporty GTI. The TSI and GTI use new versions of the EA888 turbocharged and direct-injected four-cylinder engine, while the TDI gets the new EA288 diesel engine.
Mini Countryman reaches 250.000 units milestone
Today the 250,000th MINI Countryman rolled off the assembly line at production and development partner Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria. This production landmark was reached just two-and-a-half years after sales began.