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BAW's Land Rover & Jeep Wrangler Lookalike SUV Models Scooped on Posters

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 07:13 PM PDT

The 2009 Saab 9-5-derived C71 sedan isn't the only model BAW (that's short for Beijing Auto Works) is planning to reveal at this month's Beijing motorshow. Other debuts from the Chinese automaker include a little egg of a car and some very... Land Rover- and Jeep Wrangler-like entries into the sport-utility segment. The smaller, electric...


VIDEO: 2011 BMW M1 with Juiced-Up 3.0-liter Turbo Filmed at the 'Ring?

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 04:25 PM PDT

While BMW officials are keeping a tight lid on the possibility of an "M" or a "tii" version of the 1-Series Coupe, photographers are continuing to churn out spy shots and videos of camouflaged 1-Series Coupe prototypes testing on the road and the track. This time we have a new video showing what appears to be a modified 1-Series partially...


Great Wall Motor's Beijing Auto Show Entries

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 02:59 PM PDT

And just because we know you're quite curious about the upcoming 2010 Beijing Auto Show, here are some pictures of the models that China's Great Wall Motors is preparing to unveil For the record, any information we could pull from the rubble of Google's translation can be found below, so let's just call anything read beyond this...


Cargraphic Readying Tuning Package for New Porsche Cayenne II

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 02:38 PM PDT

The second-generation of Porsche's bread-and-butter SUV model may only have been revealed to the public at last month's Geneva Motor Show, but tuners are already working on plans to present an array of performance and cosmetic goodies for the 2011 Cayenne. If not the first, one of the first tuners to preview its Cayenne II proposal is...


Pebble Beach Preview: Delahaye Bella Fugura Bugnotti 57S

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 01:28 PM PDT

On its way to a debut August's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is this number one stunner: the Delahaye Bella Figura Bugnotti 57S. Developed in concert with Revolution Design Studios and drawing inspiration from the Bugatti Type 57S, it's meant as a tribute to Jean, Ettore Bugatti's son. The Bugnotti's carbon fiber body was crafted with help...


VIDEO: All-New 2011 BMW X3 Spied with Less Camoluflage

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 12:42 PM PDT

With the European market launch of the new X1 small SUV, BMW is now rushing the second-generation of its larger X3 SUV towards production. Spied here testing on the streets of Germany, the video reveals that the new X3 gets a more sloping front hood and larger front air intakes, while the crossover's profile is cleaner and resembles the...


BAW's Chinese Saab 9-5 Clone Teased in Beijing Auto Show Poster

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 11:22 AM PDT

At the end of 2009, Saab, in an effort to recoup some dough back when it was a part of GM, sold BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Holdings Co. Ltd.) the rights to use some old models/designs. Basically, BAIC will be able to use older 9-3 and 9-5 models' designs and their respective tech. Thanks to that deal, BAIC sub-brand Beijing Auto Works...


Honda to Terminate Civic Type R Sedan

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 11:05 AM PDT

It's the end of the road for Honda's Civic Type R sedan as the Japanese automaker announced it will discontinue production of the car at the end of August, 2010. However, Honda will make amends to fans by continuing to import the three-door Civic Type R Euro hatchback into Japan. The first-generation of the Civic Type R four-door sedan was...


British Engineer Busted for Drink-Driving a... Toy Barbie Car

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 10:25 AM PDT

Ah, to be 40-year-old Paul Hutton. His story is something I'd make up at a party just for fun, only with good ol' Paul, it's a cold, hard reality. You see, Paul is a former RAF aeronautical engineer who was recently busted for drink-driving in Essex in a.. Barbie Power Wheels (or something close). In the words of the internet, EPIC WIN. Other...


VIDEO: Introducing the Honda Enthusiasts FF Squad

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 09:08 AM PDT

The folks over from the creative agency BRWUSA have sent over some videos "about a group of Honda enthusiasts" known as the FF Squad. Now before you think, "God, if it's ten minutes, forget it," don't worry. They're short and sweet. Quality cinematography? Check. Funky music? Check. Real life story about normal people driving normal cars and...


New Renault Laguna Coupe Monaco GP Limited Edition

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 08:35 AM PDT

Renault is enhancing its Laguna Coupé range with the creation of a limited production model called "Monaco GP" that is supposed to recall Renault F1 Team's most recent wins there in 2004 and 2006. The special edition Laguna Coupé features a Pearlescent White metallic paint job with contrasting Pearl Black roof, a set of black 18-inch...


Camaro5Fest: Largest Gathering of 2010 Camaro Owners

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 07:25 AM PDT

Over 500 owners of the new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro made their way to Valdost in Georgia on April 16 for the first ever Camaro5Fest, an event hosted by the enthusiastic folks at 'Camaro5.com'. Several members of GM's Camaro team attended the event which is believed to have been the largest-ever gathering of fifth-generation Camaros. Among them...


Luca di Montezemolo to Resign as Chairman of Fiat, Remains Chairman of Ferrari

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 06:59 AM PDT

Italian automaker Fiat SpA Chairman Luca Cordero di Montezemolo confirmed Tuesday he will step down from his position as he has "completed the assignment given to him by the core shareholder in May 2004." The company said that Montezemolo will reveal more details at a press conference to be held this afternoon. The Vice Chairman of Fiat, John...


Caterham Launches Special Edition Seven Designed by Lambretta

Posted: 20 Apr 2010 06:50 AM PDT

Caterham has joined forces with British-owned fashion company, Lambretta Clothing, to produce a special edition version of its Seven sportscar. The visual overhaul includes a unique body paint, decals and livery that would make Austin Powers feel pretty groovy baby... The same theme continues inside with a matching color scheme spanning the..

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