The worldò€™s best-selling...
The worldò€™s best-selling luxury saloon is upping its game again! Four years after the current S-Class took the market by storm ò€“ selling 270,000 units worldwide since 2005 ò€“ the flagship saloon is cementing its place at the top of the tree with a raft of new technology and cleaner, more-powerful engines.
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The experts hope the...
The experts hope the software can be simply uploaded on to the car"s engine management computer chip to switch the alternator on and off
The features second-hand...
The features second-hand customers want most vary from model to model - and this makes it more difficult than ever to come up with a reasonable sale or part-exchange price for your motor.
The Finn had struggled...
The Finn had struggled to match the pace of team-mate Felipe Massa during pre-season testing, prompting sceptics to wonder if he was the right man for the job. But he took advantage when mechanical problems hit the Brazilian in qualifying, and claimed pole position, then led the Australian Grand Prix from start to finish.
The four-door Grand...
The four-door Grand Tourer blends Bentley tradition and craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. It is inspired by the Continental Flying Spur of the Fifties, and - just like the 2003 Continental GT - makes the most of the firm"s heritage. We exclusively revealed both machines in issue 695, back in early 2002. Based on the same chassis as its two-door stablemate, the Flying Spur offers a 6.0-litre turbocharged W12 engine, four-wheel drive and air-suspension.
The French firm formally...
The French firm formally declared hostilities when it issued a hugely provocative statement alleging that a petrol-electric hybrid power unit such as that in the Toyota Prius is "much more costly and no greener" than a diesel engine in a Renault Mégane. What"s more, it claims its car costs up to ÷£5,050 less than the Japanese offering.
The front end has a...
The front end has a fake S-Class grille and headlamp lenses, while the wheels bear Lexus badges. But make no mistake, this is the car we first told the world about more than two years ago.
The German firm plans...
The German firm plans to clamp down on the practice of vehicles being sold for hefty discounts by online brokers this year. Bosses are threatening to terminate contracts with UK dealers which shift unsold stock to companies such as Drivethedeal.com and Broadspeed.
The German giant has...
The German giant has dropped the cars to simplify its range. The firm had more than 10,000 different build combinations available within its line-up - a situation that VW admits was "too complicated". Now bosses have taken action and axed unpopular colours and trims.
The glass could even...
The glass could even appear on Saab"s top-secret new premium hatchback. Due on sale in 2008, the Swedish model will be called the 9-2, and will take on the likes of the Audi A3 and BMW 1-Series. A spokesperson for parent firm General Motors explained that the clear roof would "fit perfectly into the Saab brand"s sporty image and aircraft heritage".
The Gordini badge is...
The Gordini badge is back! These are the first official pictures of the Twingo Gordini Renaultsport, a very special edition that draws on Renault"s rich motorsport heritage. In a tribute to the highly successful Gordini racing cars from the fifties and sixties, the hot-hatch is finished in Malta Blue with two off-centre white racing stripes running from the bonnet to the boot lid.
The Government is quick...
The Government is quick to criticise independent firms for scamming innocent punters with premium rate phone lines. But latest figures show the Department for Transport and its agencies are also cashing in on calls.
The growth in delivery...
The growth in delivery vans with untrained drivers creates more pollution and accidents, and injuries are more serious
The guest list read...
The guest list read like a Who’s Who of the motor industry as more than 200 top executives, designers and motor÷sport stars gathered for the 2006 Auto Express New Car Honours presentation.The glittering event, at London’s Hurlingham Club, celebrated our 15th honours night and brought together some of the best brains in the business.
The heat is on at Renault...
The heat is on at Renault, thanks to the limited-run Mégane R26.R. Itò€™s a final fling for the hatch, which will be replaced next year by an all-new model ò€“ and this dramatic Renaultsport version is a fitting send-off.
The hot news is the...
The hot news is the all-new turbocharged engine for the Cooper S. The 1.6-litre motor replaces the old supercharged unit, promising more power and greater refinement
The Ibiza three-door...
The Ibiza three-door has finally hatched ò€“ and Auto Express has the first official pictures.
The international standard...
The international standard kilogram is losing weight, according to
The IS takes on the...
The IS takes on the styling themes from the recently revealed GS, with heavily sculpted features and a muscular stance. It retains the feel of a sports saloon thanks to a long nose and short rear overhang. The Lexus grille is smaller than on the current model, but its shape is echoed in the creases running up the bonnet and it"s framed by a pair of piercing headlights.
The Japanese company...
The Japanese company plans to confront Ford"s Fiesta ST, Vauxhall"s next-generation Corsa VXR and the 2.0-litre Renault Clio GT - due to appear next October - with the little charger.
The Japanese firm took...
The Japanese firm took the wraps off this replacement model at the Geneva Motor Show. Looking similar to its predecessor, the all-new X-Trail had many event-goers rubbing their eyes. But with improvements to its off-road ability, interior space and flexibility, as well as a fresh engine line-up, there"s more to the model than you might think.
The latest advice from...
The latest advice from the DfT"s THINK! campaign states: "Speeding is not just inconsiderate, it contributes to the 36,000 serious injuries and 3,000 deaths that occur on Britain"s roads each year." Apart from these figures not being entirely accurate, it"s plain unfair only to mention speeding motorists as the cause. Yes, some drivers and their excessive speeds are to blame for a minority of those accidents. But if we"re going to have a statement from the authorities specifically pointing the finger at fast motorists, other contributing road users should also be named and shamed.
The latest Budget means...
The latest Budget means that motorists are facing an extra ÷£1,000 in taxes. While Chancellor Alistair Darling delayed increasing the price of fuel, he did signal that the taxation system would change to punish the most polluting motors.
The latest C5 also draws...
The latest C5 also draws on the C-Airplay supermini concept, with a front end which is dominated by a pronounced trapezoidal grille
The ‘teasing’...
The ‘teasing’ is over – Kia has spilled the beans on its new three-door hatch.
The Mac is back ò€“...
The Mac is back ò€“ and Auto Express has the spy shots to prove it! These amazing exclusive images show that McLaren engineers have hit the streets at last in the much-anticipated successor to the legendary F1 road car.
The Mac is back. This...
The Mac is back. This is McLarenò€™s new baby supercar, which distils the excitement of the legendary original F1 road model into a smaller and less expensive package.
The mag can also reveal...
The mag can also reveal the latest spy shots of the XK convertible, along with news of the firm"s eagerly anticipated SUV. Top of the bill is the all-new coup탩. When Jaguar said the final production version would stick closely to the appear- ance of the ALC concept unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show in January, it meant every word. Designers have produced one of the most attractive new models of the decade.
The mag"s spies have...
The mag"s spies have caught engineers testing prototypes of the performance range-topper. Although the disguised car is fitted with VXR mechanicals, the bodywork of the production model will be far more extreme. The mag"s images show that the finished product is a sight to behold. Adding a beefy bodykit to Vauxhall"s new supermini, designers have created a fitting understudy to the Astra VXR.
The main teams from...
The main teams from the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) descended on Milton Keynes, Bucks, for a demonstration event, wowing a crowd of more than 10,000 fans.
The model has broken...
The model has broken all the moulds and become the undisputed star of the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show. Capable of an astonishing 100mpg on a clear road, yet still returning 83mpg on the combined cycle, the two-seater is more environmentally friendly than any rival.
The most controversial...
The most controversial car designer of modern times Chris Bangle, has quit his post as Head of Design for the BMW group today. The 52-year old will be replaced by the experienced Adrian van Hooydonk ò€“ currently Head of Design for the BMW brand. Bangle is said to be leaving the car industry altogether ò€“ to pursue his own design-related endeavours.
The most eagerly anticipated...
The most eagerly anticipated fast Ford for years made its global debut at the British Motor Show today. The Focus RS is powered by a 296bhp version of the 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbocharged engine from the Focus ST, making the new RS the most powerful model Ford of Europe has ever produced. No official performance figures are available yet, but Ford RS boss Jost Capito estimated a 0-60mph time of less than six seconds. Top speed is likely to exceed 150mph.
The new 4x4 will debut...
The new 4x4 will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September and hits British showrooms shortly afterwards - where it"s tipped to cost around í‚á£3,000 more than its predecessor. It will go head-to-head with the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.
The new Chrysler 300C...
The new Chrysler 300C V6 CRD is one of those cars. If you don"t get it, that"s fine by me and okay with the US company, too. Chrysler is the first to acknowledge its increasingly quirky cars are not for everyone. If you"re stubbornly resisting the joys of diesel motoring, if you don"t have a large garage to accommodate this beast and if you don"t like unapologetically big, bold cars with attitude, this vehicle is definitely not for you.
THE new E-Class is open...
THE new E-Class is open for business. These are the first official pictures of Mercedesò€™ latest Cabriolet, and it comes with a few tricks up its sleeve.
The new Honda Civic...
The new Honda Civic is here ò€“ and yet again itò€™s set to break the mould in the family hatchback sector! These exclusive shots show how the next car will look when it hits the showroom in 2010, and as you can see, the Japanese maker has opted for a shape that is even bolder and more individual than the current model.
The new machine draws...
The new machine draws its styling inspiration from the Zoe concept, which was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year. It"s also tipped to be influenced by the Egeus (issue 870), which will be revealed at the Frankfurt exhibition next week.
The new model has four-wheel...
The new model has four-wheel drive, pin-sharp styling and a premium quality cabin. But there"s more - it"s tipped to be wowing the crowds in concept form at next week"s Detroit Motor Show.
The news follows confirmation...
The news follows confirmation that, after three successful seasons, Auto Express’ parent firm Dennis Publishing has renewed its media partnership with the all-action Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship.
The news should bring...
The news should bring festive cheer to Lexus bosses, who"ve lost out on the massive UK oil-burning market - particularly company car sales of models such as the IS. This newcomer will go head-to-head with high quality rivals such as the Audi A4 TDi and BMW 330d.
The new Volkswagen Scirocco...
The new Volkswagen Scirocco is about to go topless, Auto Express can exclusively reveal. The German manufacturer is plotting a coupé-cabriolet version of its two-door sports car to challenge the likes of the Porsche Boxster and Audi TT Roadster.
The ninth incarnation...
The ninth incarnation of the legendary rally-bred four-door will be the final version to be based on the current-generation Lancer saloon, and the most powerful. An all-new Evo X will arrive in 2007. As you would expect, Mitsubishi has pulled out all the stops to make sure the car seen here will be a suitably thrilling last hurrah.
The politicians and...
The politicians and transport authorities are horribly letting down those at risk of being side-swiped
The Porsche Boxster...
The Porsche Boxster just got better. Harking back to the firm’s motorsport heritage÷ from the Sixties, this racy new special-edition RS 60 Spyder is based on the standard Boxster S.÷
The price is right!...
The price is right! And so is everything else with Jaguar’s make-or-break XF premium saloon – if its predicted best-in-class residuals hold true.
The race to start the...
The race to start the 2009 Formula 1 season is well and truly underway. Williams is the latest squad to pull the wraps off its new car.
The ranking, which awards...
The ranking, which awards stars from one (worst) to four (best), will highlight the motorways and dual or single carriageway roads where drivers are most at risk of having a serious or even fatal accident.
The rejuvenated British...
The rejuvenated British brand is a step closer to making a stunning return to form, and Auto Express has all the details of the sleek new roadster that will make it happen. We have the first official pictures of the Ace, which prove there"s lots to get excited about.
Thereò€™s more than...
Thereò€™s more than a hint of cubism about the latest Picasso!
There will be a double...
There will be a double dose of space and speed from Peugeot at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The new load-lugging 308 SW provides the extra room, and the 308 GT the vroom.
The S5 Cabriolet is...
The S5 Cabriolet is out in the open ò€“ and itò€™s shaping up as the only thing to be seen in next summer!
The Scirocco has been...
The Scirocco has been revealed. Journalists were jostling for position to get a clear view of the stunning new VW coupé, and these are the first pictures taken from the show floor.
The SEAT steamroller...
The SEAT steamroller was unstoppable as the BTCC circus hit Fife, with the Spanish team scoring a clean sweep of victories at the twisting Knockhill circuit.
These days, though...
These days, though, there seems to be a new and cynical news management system allowing vital information to seep out from the back door at predictable times of trouble. What, for example, was the one and only story on the front page of The Times on 5 November after possibly the worst week of Tony Blair"s political life? A huge article about the advance of speed cameras being abandoned and a promise that they will no longer be used as revenue-raising devices. Nothing like feeding millions of car-driving voters a few scraps of comfort to get them back on side, is there?
These extraordinary...
These extraordinary pictures from the Berkshire-based Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) prove that the weight of the variable message signs brings the entire gantry collapsing on to the road when a support leg is struck by a car.
The sensational new...
The sensational new Ford Fiesta ST has broken cover – and Auto Express has the first pictures. With the performance, pace and personality to leave its rivals trailing, the all-new hot hatch promises to raise the bar in the supermini sector.
these pictures of Renaultò€™s...
these pictures of Renaultò€™s new Scenic are patently the real deal. They come directly from the EU patent office ò€“ and the famously secretive firm will be kicking itself that theyò€™ve been exposed.
The showroom-ready 1-Series...
The showroom-ready 1-Series is one of the year"s most eagerly anticipated new models. Flagship versions will be aimed at the Audi A3 and forthcoming Mercedes B-Class, while entry-level cars will offer an alternative to family favourites such as the VW Golf, Vauxhall Astra and Ford Focus.
The smaller car is the...
The smaller car is the Vision B, the larger machine the Vision R - and both will be in production within 12 months, badged as the B-Class and R-Class.
The sound engineer runs...
The sound engineer runs over and grabs my arm: “Have you seen Jane?” he asks. “She’s supposed to be doing post-race interviews in two minutes!”
The Spirit of Ecstasy...
The Spirit of Ecstasy has landed again - and this time it"s in Seventh Heaven! These are the first official sketches of the new RR4 - the "baby" Rolls-Royce based on BMW"s 7-Series and set to touch down in 2010.
The spy with the greatest...
The spy with the greatest gadgets in cinema returns to the silver screen in October. But has the credit crunch forced even 007 to swap his premium Bond image for these bargain wheels?
The stunning 8C has...
The stunning 8C has developed a mean streak. Take a look at our exclusive images of the hardest, loudest and fastest Alfa ever ò€“ the 8C GTA, which will help mark the firmò€™s centenary in style next year.
THE stunning BMW Z4...
THE stunning BMW Z4 has blown its top... And Auto Express has the first official pictures.
The Styling option features...
The Styling option features an alloy gearknob and ivory or aluminium trim. Choose the Family version, and there"s a rear DVD player and sun blinds. Finally, the Technology pack has Thatcham-approved security and rear parking sensors. Prices for the kit range from ÷£145 to ÷£451.
The super-saloon was...
The super-saloon was spied snarling through a sleepy German village, and our shots reveal its head-turning looks.
The team’s brand...
The team’s brand new racers dominated the opening 1,000km round of the European Le Mans Series at Monza in Italy. But on the other side of the Atlantic, Audi’s R10 TDI lost its 13-month unbeaten record.
The top speed has been...
The top speed has been limited to 155mph, but insiders suggest the newcomer would better 205mph without the electronics in place, easily making it one of the world"s fastest street legal cars.
THE ò€™Roc just got...
THE ò€™Roc just got harder! The Scirocco R is the fastest, most aggressive version of the Golf-based coupé yet, and Auto Express has been granted an exclusive audience with it ò€“ giving us the chance to bag these first official images.
The UK"s Scrappage Incentive...
The UK"s Scrappage Incentive Scheme will be boosted by a further £100 million, the Goverment has said.
The ultimate Impreza...
The ultimate Impreza is back! Subaru has finally announced details of eagerly awaited hardcore STI model. And the best news for fans of the Japanese performance legend is that it costs ÷£1,600 less than its predecessor.
The VW camper is back!...
The VW camper is back! After years of speculation, Volkswagen has pulled the covers off the modern day succes÷sor to the classic Samba bus – only this time, it’s more compact and produces zero emissions.
The worldò€™s best-selling...
The worldò€™s best-selling luxury saloon is upping its game again! Four years after the current S-Class took the market by storm ò€“ selling 270,000 units worldwide since 2005 ò€“ the flagship saloon is cementing its place at the top of the tree with a raft of new technology and cleaner, more-powerful engines.
The worldò€™s largest...
The worldò€™s largest Audi centre opened its doors to a host of celebrities in London last week ò€“ but it was the companyò€™s stunning new R8 V10 Spyder that proved the star attraction.
The wraps are finally...
The wraps are finally off Alfaò€™s beautiful new baby, the MiTo ò€“ and weò€™ve got the first pictures.
The wraps are officially...
The wraps are officially off MINIò€™s new 4x4 this week. Tipped to bear the name Crossman, the SUV is targeted at buyers downsizing from bigger, full-blown off-roaders. And just like the current Clubman before it, the new Crossman is packed with challenging concepts.
The wraps have come...
The wraps have come off Renault’s first-ever compact SUV... and here are the official pictures.
The XF is going XL!...
The XF is going XL! Jaguar is poised to expand its range with an estate version of the award-winning XF saloon at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
They say Felipe Massa...
They say Felipe Massa is tipped to make way for the double world champion by taking up a lucrative offer from Toyota. Alonso and Kimi Raikkonen would then pair up in what the Italian squad’s president Luca di Montezemolo regards as his dream team.
Theyò€™ve sat in their...
Theyò€™ve sat in their ivory towers for nearly a decade. Theyò€™ve done very little and said even less.
Things are really hotting...
Things are really hotting up at SEAT! As well as the dramatic new Ibiza Bocanegra, the Spanish firm also took the wraps off the revised Leon Cupra and the Ibiza FR at the Barcelona Motor Show.
This aluminium race-style...
This aluminium race-style trolley jack from tool giant Clarke will make light work of any under-car maintenance. The jack has been designed with sporting models in mind, as its saddle can drop lower than standard units to a mere 79mm – at full height it will reach 376mm. It weighs only 10.3kg, while the two-piece handle makes it easy to store and use – simply twist and pump to raise and lower the cup. There is also a rubber contact pad to protect the car.
This Aria will be music...
This Aria will be music to the ears of eco-friendly drivers! Hot on the heels of the sporty Abarth – revealed in Issue 1,000 – comes this green Fiat 500.
This first official...
This first official picture shows the firm"s revised compact executive model, which will go on sale in the UK this autumn.
This is a Phantom with...
This is a Phantom with real menace! Take a look at the stunning new Rolls-Royce Coupé, a sleek two-door set to debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The marque’s answer to the awesome Bentley Brooklands is set to become one of the most desirable models on the planet.
This is the Murano with...
This is the Murano with more – much more! Nissan has taken its luxury SUV in a new performance direction – and it could well go on sale if visitors to next month’s British Motor Show give the newcomer the thumbs-up.
This latest special...
This latest special edition is based on the Impreza S204 revealed last year, but the RA-R is much more driver-focused
This official picture...
This official picture gives the world its first glimpse of the finished model, which will hit British showrooms in the autumn. As well as a new nose, the S-Class boasts a raft of clever hi-tech safety kit.
This week"s Auto Express...
This week"s Auto Express magazine reveals the pictures that uncover the Korean manufacturer"s plans for a petrol/electric variant of its next-generation Accent - and it could be on sale in the UK in the coming year.
Tickets for next monthò€™s...
Tickets for next monthò€™s British Grand Prix are sold out, but Formula One fans will get another chance to see Lewis Hamilton in action, just one week later at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Tight European emissions...
Tight European emissions laws mean UK buyers won"t be offered the WRX model when the hatch arrives here later this year. But Auto Express has inside information about a storming new STi variant.
To be unveiled at next...
To be unveiled at next month"s Frankfurt Motor Show, the duo will arrive in 2007, aimed at bringing younger buyers to the brand. The Compass Rallye (top) is about the size of a Toyota RAV4, and sits above the Wrangler in the range. A five-door five-seater, it gets a traditional Jeep grille with a raised, butch MPV-style body and extended wheelarches. Design cues include rear door handles hidden in the door pillar.
Toyota has revealed...
Toyota has revealed that the traditional "boxes are proving difficult to match to the complex power cycles of new petrol/electric hybrid engines, and so are likely to be unsuitable for its hi-tech traction control systems, too. Cars such as the new Auris, which currently come in manual form, will eventually only be available as autos.
True, Geneva has an...
True, Geneva has an adequate, although soulless, concrete exhibition centre in a field which sits miles from the city centre. But Switzerland has a reputation for being environmentally-holier-than-thou and, with that in mind, prides itself on not being a ghastly, polluting, car-producing nation. That in turn means it contributes nothing to global motor manufacturing. So why do the world"s vehicle makers reward this all-take-no-give country with an important show of its own? It makes about as much sense as staging a gardening expo in a land that doesn"t have any grass.
Twin-spoke alloys and...
Twin-spoke alloys and quadruple exhausts identify the hot new model, which insiders say could use the same 343bhp 3.2-litre straight-six engine as the current M3. It would give the much smaller Z4 Coup탩 stunning perform-ance and a five-second 0-60mph time.
UK motorists must now...
UK motorists must now shell out 100.08p, according to data gathered from 8,000 forecourts. This time last year, the cost was only 86.11p a litre. Diesel prices have also risen sharply, to an all-time high of 103.32p.
Under the bonnet is...
Under the bonnet is the same 1.6-litre engine as in the 207 GT. But Peu÷geot has boosted power from 150bhp to 175bhp
Using the same platform...
Using the same platform as the next Yaris - due in the spring - the Boon should be a capable all-rounder. Hi-tech features such as a keycard locking system will be a first for Daihatsu.
Vauxhall is flexing...
Vauxhall is flexing its creative muscles with the next Zafira – and here’s the proof! Sister company Opel un÷veiled this stunning concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show. And, according to the maker, it gives strong hints as to how the next generation of the big-selling MPV will look.
Vauxhall is hoping to...
Vauxhall is hoping to create a stir with its new ÷£7,500 city car. At that price, the Agila will go head-to-head with Fiat’s accomplished Panda. But the maker believes it can rival similar-sized but more expensive models, such as the Renault Modus and Nissan Note, too.
Vauxhall is set to launch...
Vauxhall is set to launch a fierce new attack on its bitter rival Ford with this: the next Astra.
Vauxhall"s corporate...
Vauxhall"s corporate face will continue to feature heavily, and the car draws inspiration from the latest Astra. It gets a new bonnet to house a three-slot grille, while the angular lights appear to flow into the front wing.
Vauxhallò€™s plans to...
Vauxhallò€™s plans to take the family car class by storm are hatching out. Auto Express can reveal that the Luton firm is pulling the wraps off a five-door version of its Insignia at next weekò€™s British Motor Show, to sit next to the four-door. And below is the first official image of the new arrival.
Visor DVD player is a movie star!
Visor DVD player is a movie star!
Want to save fuel and...
Want to save fuel and cut down your CO2 emissions? The DTI has just unveiled the ò€œAct On CO2ò€ initiative to encourage car buyers to purchase more fuel efficient motors. Auto Express has conducted its own research to find Britainò€™s 100 most economical motors.
Watch out MINI! This...
Watch out MINI! This stunning machine is an all-new small luxury car from Citroen, and not only does it revive the legendary DS badge but it will spearhead a fresh range of premium Citroen models.
We regularly warn motorists...
We regularly warn motorists to tread carefully when it comes to modifying their car. But thereò€™s a chance youò€™ve already altered your vehicle without realising it.
We"ve discovered that...
We"ve discovered that the firm will replace the range with a sharply styled saloon and liftback, a Vauxhall Signum-style estate-cum-hatch, an all-road MAV (or multi activity vehicle) and a modern interpretation of the Galaxy people carrier, tipped to be christened the E-MAX.
We"ve heard of black...
We"ve heard of black ice before, but never pink! French scientists have developed an intelligent varnish that changes colour when the temperature drops below one degree Celsius.
What the ’El’s...
What the ’El’s going on? This is a Hyundai Elantra all right, but not as we know it. The South Korean firm’s next-generation family hatchback has set its sights firmly on the class leaders.
When I cornered Kazunori...
When I cornered Kazunori Yamauchi, the creator of the Gran Turismo video game, into co-driving with me in his first-ever "real world" race - a one-hour Mazda MX-5 endurance event - he ummed and aahed for a day or so before giving me a definite "Yeah, why not?!" I guess no one had really asked him before, because he is, in reality, a very good driver. But if I thought that my propositioning was anything special, it pales into insignificance when compared to what Yamauchi has been through.
When I saw first pictures...
When I saw first pictures of the new GTI, I have to admit I was underwhelmed. Was it really different enough from the MkV to make a big impression?
When we contacted the...
When we contacted the Midlands 4x4 marque, a spokesman told us: "No decision has been made yet." However, our sources insist the Disco will appear first at the New York Motor Show in early April. As Americans don"t buy diesels, this will be a petrol model - leaving the way clear for the oil-burner to take the stage for the first time at the British exhibition a month later.
While contacts close...
While contacts close to the firm have been hinting about the possibility of an all-new model for some time, designers in Italy have grabbed the bull by the horns to recreate an icon to sit at the top of the legendary supercar maker"s line-up.
While diligent owners...
While diligent owners will be unaffected by the move, anyone buying used will be more exposed to the risk of potentially dangerous vehicles
While the flamboyant...
While the flamboyant stylist"s radical remake of the German company"s range has divided opinion across the car world, BMW has remained fiercely loyal to him. Now, however, there are rumours that the American, whom we interviewed exclusively back in issue 773, will step down from the hot seat in less than a year"s time.
While the new model...
While the new model was initially expected to be called the Marrakesh, the 4x4 will actually be badged CrossGolf. That name has recently been registered as a worldwide trademark, alongside CrossPolo and CrossFox. With all three put into production, VW will have one of the broadest "soft-roader" line-ups on the market.
While there have been...
While there have been attempts to bring two-cylinder motors into production - such as the French Aixam range - the 500 will be the only twin to be offered as a mainstream model
With a deep front splitter...
With a deep front splitter, low side skirts and high rear wing, it"s more aggressive looking than ever - and the style is backed up by the dynamics. Using the same 3.6-litre flat six-cylinder unit as the outgoing model, engineers have increased airflow through the engine and upped power from 381bhp to 415bhp at 7,600rpm.
With agile handling...
With agile handling and a fine ride, the B-MAX will be great to drive, as well as flexible
With all the secretive...
With all the secretive tape and plastic disguising removed, we can finally see how company design boss Chris Bangle"s team has gone to work on the Mercedes C-Class rival. It"s immediately clear the maker hasn"t shied away from its current controversial styling theme - and this will make the 3 one of the most distinctive cars in its class.
With looks inspired...
With looks inspired by the Brera coupé, the two-door convertible is the long-awaited successor to the current drop-top, which dates back to 1996.
With petrol and diesel...
With petrol and diesel nearing ÷£1 a litre, criminals are fitting fake number plates to their vehicles, filling up at the pumps and then driving off without paying - leaving no trace of their identity.
With record high fuel...
With record high fuel prices and a growing appreciation that drivers will have to curb their thirst for gas-guzzlers, reality is hitting home for motorists in the USA. That"s what has prompted Ford to turn its attention to building a stylish small coupé once again.
With storm clouds gathering...
With storm clouds gathering over the global car industry, petrolheads needed some exciting news to lift their spirits at the start of December.
With storm clouds gathering...
With storm clouds gathering over the global car industry, petrolheads needed some exciting news to lift their spirits at the start of December.
With the imminent release...
With the imminent release of the firm"s latest sports saloon, BMW test drivers have apparently let down their guard. Snapped out on the road free of a heavy disguise for the first time, this week"s mag shots shows how the new coupé looks in M sport guise.
With the rear seats...
With the rear seats in place, thereò€™s a useful 439-litre load space ò€“ up from 252 litres in the regular hatchback
Workers follow the same...
Workers follow the same meticulous quality control as in the UK - it takes a month to painstakingly hand-build each Rapide
World champ Fernando...
World champ Fernando Alonso has made an electric start to his new life at McLaren. The Spaniard has been setting the pace as most of the F1 teams rev up for the forthcoming season in Spain. “At the moment the car is fast and seems to be reliable,” stated Alonso. But he’s aware it’s still early days yet. “No one knows who is going to be fast when the real racing begins,” he added.
Your chance to bag famous Alfa
Your chance to bag famous Alfa
You"re the first director...
You"re the first director of information at the Highways Agency. What"s the reason for the creation of this new post?
You wouldn"t believe...
You wouldn"t believe some of the things I get up to when I"m away from my desk. Take 16 April, for example. Should I accept an invitation to do some daytime filming for ITV1 (thereby earning myself a few quid!) or take the British Chambers of Commerce up on its offer to make a speech (for free!) at its 2007 Conference?