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2012 Beijing Auto Show – Volkswagen E-Bugster Speedster Concept showcased

Volkswagen, the German auto major unwrapped the topless E-Bugster concept at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show previewed the look of the future Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet, the company said in a statement. The concept is a revised version o what was seen at Detroit. No confirmation yet from VW on whether an electric Beetle convertible is in the [...]

Nissan teases ’5 new cars in the next 15 months’

Nissan is about to have the most innovative year ever – no really, we’re not kidding. During the unveiling of the 2013 Nissan Altima at the 2012 New York Auto Show, the Japanese automaker confirmed that it will unveil five all-new models in the next 15 months. The Nissan Altima is the first of those [...]

Volkswagen Up! bags the World Car of the Year 2012 Award at NY Auto Show

The Volkswagen Up! has been named the 2012 World Car of the Year by a jury of 66 top journalists from 25 countries at the 2012 New York Auto Show. “This award shows once again that in the up!, our designers and engineers have created a vehicle that has been thought through in minute detail. [...]

2012 Geneva Motor Show – 2013 Volkswagen Polo BlueGT showcased

The German car maker, Volkswagen has unveiled Volkswagen Polo BlueGT at the Geneva Motor Show. It provides a combination of performance and fuel economy with the help of cylinder management technology. Under the hood, Polo BlueGT comes from a 1.4 liter TSI 4-cylinder engine making 138-hp. However, the the system features fuel-sipping technologies like a [...]

Volvo V40 features life-saving pedestrian Airbag technology (video)

Whilst Volvo is known to herald new safety techniques each time a new car is launched, this time around, they have outdone themselves. Their 2013 V40 hatchback, apart from the plethora of safety features, now carries external air bags to protect the pedestrians. In the event of an unavoidable collision with a pedestrian, sensors in [...]

2012 Geneva Motor Show – Audi A3 hatchback showcased

The Audi A3 premium compact hatchback is a very important seller to the German brand – more than ever now since Mercedes-Benz jumped into the segment this year with the new 2013 A-Class. The all-new Audi A3, which has been revealed in three-door guise at the Geneva motor show. This third-generation Audi A3 features a [...]

VW Setting Four New Up! concepts coming to Geneva Motor Show

The German car maker, Volkswagen will be seen present with four different versions of the Volkswagen Up! concept – at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. Now in its full production version, Volkswagen will show some interesting concepts that can be applied to the Up! if you live in Switzerland. Swiss Up!: Inside and out the [...]

Nissan to relaunch Datsun brand by 2014 in emerging markets

 Japanese automaker, Nissan plans to resurrect its old Datsun brand in some emerging markets to sell low-cost cars, according to new reports from Japan. The vehicles will be sold in Russia, India and Indonesia and will be priced around $6,200 (Rs.3,07,396 Approx.). The report said that Nissan plans on selling 300,000 units year after the [...]

New 2013 Volvo V40 officially revealed, company aims to sell 90,000 units annually

Earlier we brought you the leaked images of new 2013 Volvo V40, now following the leaks, Volvo has finally taken the covers off of the new hatch. It will start competing in the premium hatchback segment around the world. According to the company will be leading in looks, features, safety and driving dynamics as compared [...]

Teaser image of 2013 Volvo V40, will debut in Geneva

Right before we rang in 2012, Volvo confirmed that it will be offering the world a 5-door hatchback. Back then, the Swedish automaker confirmed that the new model will be called the V40 and that it will compete with the BMW 1-Series and the Audi A3. The company has now dropped another teaser via its [...]

2013 Audi TT RS Plus Revealed, will debut in Geneva

What’s even more powerful, even faster and ever more dynamic than the Audi TT RS? The Audi TT RS Plus. So what’s the story? The Audi TT RS Plus is powered a 2.5 liter 5-cylinder turbo engine pumping out 360-hp an increase of 20-hp and a maximum torque of 343 lb-ft. Mated to a manual [...]

2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe introduced at Chicago Auto show

Joining the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show is yet another Elantra variant that many have been waiting for – meet the new 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe. “It offers many of the same attributes that made the sedan version a sales success, while broadening its market reach to youthful, sporty buyers [...]

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback introduced at Chicago Auto show

Hyundai is making big news at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show with additions to its new Elantra lineup. First up – the new 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT hatchback. The 5-door Elantra hatch offers more functionality for an active lifestyle and ‘European driving dynamics’ since it is based on the new i30 model specifically designed for [...]

Nissan Invitation Concept hatchback images revealed

Nissan is inviting all of you to check out its new concept that will inspire a new upcoming compact hatchback that will join the Micra and the Juke in the company’s worldwide lineup. Called the Nissan Invitation, the concept hints at a new mainstream B-segment model that is due to be launched in the UK [...]

Fiat 500L five-door hatchback revealed

Fiat Auto has revealed images and details of their all new 500L hatchback, the 5 door variant of 500 superhatch. Fiat 500L will be officially unveiled for the first time during 2012 Geneva Motor Show on 6th March. Dimensions of Fiat 500L are 162.9 inches X 70.1 inches X 65.3 inches (L X W X [...]

Audi, the German auto manufacturers showcased their new Sports Utility Vehicle Q3 on January 5th 2012 at the Delhi Auto Show 2012. This car is what the company feels will be one of the most desired vehicles in the Indian luxury segment and will compete with the likes of BMW and Mercedes Benz on a number of fronts. Though the company did not reveal any details regarding rates or dates of launch at the show, Indian audience can expect to see Audi Q3 with Quattro four wheel drive system and available in both petrol and diesel variants. Q3 petrol will have a 2.0-litre TFSI turbo petrol engine which will offer 211 bhp, while the diesel engine will be of 2.0-litre TDi offering output of 176 bhp. Prices are likely to be competitive and to lower costs, the Q3 will be assembled at VW’s Aurangabad facility. The compact Audi Q3 is expected to take on BMW’s X1, in both price and performance. This should prove quite interesting in the Audi vs BMW war as round one went to the BMW X3, which in our comparo bested the Audi Q5, which we found a little long in the tooth. Auto Q3 holding place of pride at the Audi the pavilion could be seen with none other than Bollywood actress, Katrina Kaif who posed with the car during its launch. Audi pavilion will also be displaying Audi A3 E-Tron concept, V10 R8 Spyder, Audi S6 coupe and RS5.   Also see - Spied – Audi Q3 yet again in Mumbai (Video)