Car News
Nissan will build a VW Golf rival in its Barcelona plant
Nissan announced today that it has allocated production of a new passenger car to its manufacturing plant in Barcelona. Production will begin in July 2014.
Opel Adam R2 rally-car to be unveiled in Geneva
Opel returned to motorsport with the Adam Cup in November 2012. At the Geneva Motor Show the brand will introduce a new concept study of the recently introduced Adam, built based on FIA R2 regulations. Its final development and homologation are planned during 2013.
Daimler officially takes 12 percent stake in Chinese BAIC
Daimler has announced plans to take a 12% stake in its Chinese partner Beijing Automotive Group also known as BAIC in Europe.
2013 Renault Kangoo facelift unveiled
Since its launch in 2008, the second-generation Kangoo Van has already found favour with more than 400,000 business customers. Renault’s compact van, which tops the European market, returns this year with the release of a brand new facelifted version which covers the entire range, from Kangoo Van, and Kangoo Maxi, to Kangoo Van Z.E. and Kangoo Maxi Z.E.
2014 Lexus IS and Lexus LF-LC concept will shine at Geneva Motor Sow
The Geneva motor show will mark the European debut of the new, full hybrid, Lexus IS 300h. The new model displays all-new styling that gives the sport saloon a stronger, more distinctive road presence.
VW mulls new 2022 growth goal as it nears 2018 target early
After a new record year in 2012, Volkswagen’s top managers are drawing up new expansion goals stretching as far as nine years ahead. Steady volume gains have already helped the automaker to reach of its current sales target for 2018. The nine-members management board is searching for new targets that the automaker might reach by 2022.
Suzuki Swift SZ-L special edition launched in the UK
Following its debut at Autosport International earlier this month, the Special Edition Swift SZ-L will go on sale on the 1st of February. The SZ-L is based on the 1.2-litre SZ3, but with additional equipment and features, designed to enhance the sporty character of Swift.
Mercedes-Benz Introduces An Even More Aggressive C63 AMG
The C63 AMG family grows with the introduction of a newly developed “Edition 507”. The output of the AMG 6.3 liter V8 engine has been increased by 56 hp, bringing the output to 507 hp with 450 lb-ft. of torque.
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, priced from 28.350 dollars in the US
Hyundai US has announced pricing for the new six/seven-passenger Santa Fe, starting at $28,350 for the Santa Fe GLS FWD and $33,100 for the range topping Santa Fe Limited.
2013 Lincoln MKZ Phoenix Super Bowl ad
Lincoln released its second Super Bowl ad that is a part of its purchase of two 30-second spots to air during the Super Bowl.