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 Opel Insignia Roars to Top of Mid-Size Class in EuropeEurope’s Car of the Year 2009 is also European car buyers’ first choice: Thanks to the new Insignia’s spectacular market launch, Opel now leads the mid-size segment in Europe. (more) |
 The Ten Millionth Opel rolls off the Zaragoza Assembly LineProduction workers cheered today as they placed the finishing touches on the ten millionth car built in Zaragoza: a green, five-door Opel Corsa ecoFLEX 1.3 CDTI. The Corsa commemorates a landmark in the history of the plant and highlights Opel’s commit ... (more) |
 All new 2010 Allure joins Buick\'s line of quality-leading vehiclesGeneral Motors todayannounced pricing for the all-new 2010 Buick Allure luxury sedan, which startsat an MSRP of $32,745 and arrives in showrooms this summer. Available in frontand all-wheel-drive, the Allure is powered by a choice of two fuel-savingdir ... (more) |
 Bmw Concept 5 Series Gran TurismoCharacter: • With the future still offering sufficient room for an exciting new driving experience, BMW has once again defined a brand-new vehicle segment: The BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo is the series-based adaptation of the Progressive Activity ... (more) |
 Porsche Cayenne – range extended by new diesel engine and hybrid driveThe Porsche Cayenne is one of the success stories of the automotive world. To date, over a quarter of a million examples have been sold since its launch six years ago. In the last financial year 2007/08, 45,478 examples of the Cayenne were sold around the wo ... (more) |
 Pre-order Your Own Customised Chevrolet CamaroCamaro aficionados across the region are able to personally configure and pre-order their new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro by visiting Chevrolet’s exclusive website www.camaroarabia. (more) |
 Lamborghini selects lightweight Zircotec coating for Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloceZircotec’s high performance Thermohold based thermal treatment helps reduce the weight of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. Automobili Lamborghini has selected automotive coating specialist Zircotec to supply a high performance thermal barri ... (more) |
 Mini Cooper S Clubman meets Airstream Trailer, designed by Republic of Fritz HansenAfter the successful unveiling of the new MINI Convertible this spring, MINI dips its toe into the stylistic future of travel. Teaming up with renowned brands Airstream and Republic of Fritz Hansen™, the carmaker has embraced the theme of “mobile ... (more) |
 Mercedes A-Class Special Edition 2009: Excitingly sensible, sporty and attractiveMercedes-Benz is ushering in the spring with a new special model of the A-Class. With design features reserved only for this edition, plus extensive, high-grade appointments, the Special Edition 2009 is not only eye-catching. (more) |
 Chevrolet Announces New 2010 Corvette Grand SportGrand Sport. It’s one of the most storied monikers in Corvette’s illustrious racing heritage. Today, Chevrolet announced it is returning to the lineup in the new, 2010 Corvette Grand Sport model. (more) |
 The interior of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGFor the new SLS, Mercedes-Benz and AMG have developed a puristic sports car interior that combines lightweight construction with dynamism and high emotional appeal. Opening the unique swing-wing doors reveals an interior of a decidedly sporty nature – ... (more) |
 New Mazda2 1.6 Sport Diesel models on sale nowThe introduction of two new Mazda2 1.6D Sport models this spring has doubled the line-up of diesel-powered cars in this popular range that has attracted more than 3,500 buyers so far this year. (more) |
| Volkswagen to produce the New Small Family in Slovakia Europe\'s largest carmaker, Volkswagen, has set its course for the future. Yesterday, a decision on the production location for the future New Small Family was taken. Professor Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft: \"Our team at Volkswagen in Slovakia is ideally prepared to provide the flexibility req ... (more) |
 The new Citroën Nemo MultispaceCitroën is introducing the compact, practical, versatile, environmentally-sensitive and, above all, attractively priced Nemo Multispace. Whether it’s the 60+ mpg, or sub £10,000 price tag; its 119g/km CO2 emissions or its 2,500 litre load s ... (more) |
 Citroën offers improved £2000 scrappage incentive schemeWeeks ahead of the announced new Government led Scrappage Scheme, new car buyers can already obtain £2000 for their old vehicles when they trade them in for any new Citroën. (more) |
 Hyundai set to clean up with scrappageThe government’s scheme to help replace older, polluting cars with modern, safer and more environmentally-friendly models has brought new car ownership within reach of millions of motorists – and few companies are better placed than Hyundai to &l ... (more) |
 The new Bmw 760Li - the pinnacle of the Bmw portfolioBMW’s new flagship model will launch in September and feature two world debuts. The BMW 760Li will be powered by an all new 5,972cc twin-turbocharged V12 engine and be the first BMW production car to feature the marque’s new eight-speed aut ... (more) |
 Volvo proves that high specification and being environmentally conscious doesn\'t have to break the bank... with a little help from the GovernmentIn keeping with Volvo\'s long term commitment to customer needs Volvo is delighted to confirm its intention to participate in the Government\'s scrappage scheme announced today1. (more) |
 Renault launches entry-level new Megane ExtremeRenault has boosted the appeal of its five-door New Mégane Hatch range with the launch of an all-new Extreme trim level, priced from £13,250. With value-for-money key to every major purchase in the current economic climate, the two new Extreme ... (more) |
 The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé: Excitement can be this efficientThe Geneva Motor Show will see the comeback of an intriguing product idea when Mercedes-Benz presents the Coupé range in the new E-Class. Three months after the presentation of the Saloon, the brand is therefore launching a new highlight in the new mo ... (more) |
 New Vauxhall Eco Insignia still flexes diesel muscleGenerating combined CO2 of just 136g/km and with performance similar to that of its regular 2.0 CDTi 160 sibling, the new Insignia ecoFLEX is set to provide company and private buyers with significant reductions in taxes and running costs, but without the pa ... (more) |
 New Ford Fiesta and Ka make top prices at first auctionFord of Britain and British Car Auctions (BCA) launched the new Ford Fiesta and new Ford Ka onto the used car market in a special sale staged at BCA Nottingham this month with excellent results for the new Ford superminis. (more) |
 Porsche Panamera makes World Debut in ShanghaiPorsche presented the Panamera to the world public today, Monday April 20, at the 13th Shanghai Auto Show in China. The new four-door Panamera Gran Turismo enters the marketplace on September 12 2009, and joins the Boxster roadster, Cayman coupe, iconic 911 ... (more) |
 Daihatsu Terios S: even greater value this springDaihatsu’s compact, agile, innovative mini-SUV 4x4 is great value at the best of times, but until June 30th the Terios S is even greater value – with prices down to an eye-opening £11,725 on the road – saving a massive £1,000 on ... (more) |
 Škoda at the Shanghai Motor ShowŠkoda will have its official launch of the Superb Hao Rui at the Shanghai Motor Show this week. Škoda’s flagship will become the third model to be produced by the Shanghai Volkswagen plant following the introduction of the Octavia Ming Ru ... (more) |
 The Volkswagen Golf GTDVolkswagen has revealed pricing for its new performance diesel, the Golf GTD. The new model is available to order at Volkswagen Retailers now ahead of the cars arriving in the UK on 22 June. (more) |
 The new Maybach Zeppelin: The reincarnation of an automotive legendThe Maybach brand is bringing out the new Maybach Zeppelin to spearhead its luxury saloon model range. The new model, which received its premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, represents the absolute zenith in the high-end luxury saloon segment. (more) |
| Rolls-Royce names RR4 Rolls-Royce has announced the name for its new model series which until now has been known as RR4. The name was announced by CEO, Tom Purves at a press conference held at the Shanghai motor show. The new car will be called the Rolls-Royce Ghost and production will begin at the company’s Goodwood manufacturing facility on the south coast of England l ... (more) |
 Buick Recognized In J.D. Power And Associates\' 2009 Vehicle Dependability StudyBuick is the highest ranked nameplate in a tie in J.D. Power and Associates’ influential 2009 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS). The J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Vehicle Dependability Study is based on responses from more than 46,000 original o ... (more) |
 Ferrari California: Asian market debut at Shanghai International Motor ShowThe Ferrari California was officially unveiled on the Asian market today at the Shanghai International Motor Show. The ceremony was attended by Ferrari CEO Amedeo Felisa, Ferrari Asia Pacific Region manager Marco Mattiacci, driver Kimi Räikkönen a ... (more) |
 Mitsubishi Motors lineup at Auto Shanghai 2009Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is to give the Lancer Sportback Ralliart (Galant Fortis Sportback Ralliart in Japan) its Chinese debut at the Auto Shanghai 2009, which will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center April 20th through 28th. (more) |
 Opel Insignia OPC: Hot Chili Premiere at the Barcelona Motor ShowThe high performance version of the Car of the Year 2009 will be unveiled on May 7, when the Opel Insignia OPC premieres at the Barcelona Motor Show, ten years after the launch of the first OPC model (Opel Performance Center). (more) |
 2010 Model Year Lotus Elise and Lotus Exige Now Cleaner than EverThe latest Elise and Exige models are the product of continuous improvement to give up to a 9% reduction in CO2 emissions and similar increases in fuel economy. On the combined cycle, the Elise S shows the greatest improvement in fuel efficiency offering an ... (more) |
| Lotus and Harman International Announce Collaboration Lotus Engineering, the world-renowned automotive consultancy division of Lotus Cars Ltd and Harman Becker Automotive Systems, the automotive division of Harman International, have reached an agreement to jointly develop noise management solutions using Lotus’ patented Active Noise Control technologies. Exclusive rights are granted to Harman Becker to ... (more) |
 Toyota Auris advances on all fronts with Toyota Optimal DriveAuris is the latest Toyota model range to reap the benefits in performance, fuel economy and emissions from Toyota Optimal Drive technology. Following the introduction late last year of the Toyota Optimal Drive 1. (more) |
 The Cadillac Escalade Platinum: The World\'s First Luxury SUV With Magnetic Ride ControlThe secret to the Cadillac Escalade Platinum flawless and delightful ride is its highly advanced suspension kit. More ostentatious than ever, the Escalade Platinum is the world\'s first SUV to be equipped with Cadillac\'s advanced Magnetic Ride Control ... (more) |
 Kia cee’d tops C-segment in Driver Power survey“The fact that the Kia cee’d beat the Volkswagen Golf is one of the most significant results in Driver Power’s history“ said David Johns, Editor-in-Chief of Auto Express, on announcing the debut performance of the Kia cee’d in t ... (more) |
 Audi covers new ground with 2010 Q7 SuvA visually and mechanically enhanced seven-seat Audi Q7 range which for the first time incorporates an ultra-low emission, EU6-compliant TDI model opens for UK order this week. (more) |
 Vauxhall Insigna takes power fight to premium rivalsPacking 325 horsepower, a sophisticated four-wheel drive chassis and a sub-six second 0-60 time, Vauxhall’s new Insignia VXR is set to take the mid-size performance saloon market by storm when it goes on sale early this summer, with a level of dynamic ... (more) |
 Imposing new R line model joins the Volkswagen Tiguan rangeAn aggressive new model is set to join the Tiguan range this summer with the introduction of the new R Line model promising stylish new body additions on the outside and greater comfort inside. (more) |
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