January 2009
Ford Focus RS Video →
There have been speculations, spy pictures, official pictures and details. Now a video showing the Ford Focus RS hatch leisurely taking on some twisty roads has been released.
BMW 7-Series Hybrid Spied →
Spy images of the BMW 7 Series Hybrid have surfaced from a cold winter testing session. The car will be introduced to the market before the year is over.
550hp Chevrolet Matiz Unleashed By Car... →
A Chevrolet Matiz boasting a 7.0-litre V8 engine is being shown at a Belgian motor show. Its makers say the blue Matiz can cover 0 - 100 in 3.7 seconds flat.
Extreme BioFuel Bentley Now Teased on Video →
Bentley’s biofueled concept car appears ever so briefly in this teaser video. It has the shape of a GTC and sounds thunderous. That’s to be expected since Bentley says it will be the most…
2010 Nissan GT-R ECU Updated in US - Launch... →
The 2010 Nissan GT-R features a change to its ECU that disables Launch Control for better acceleration, and it’s causing some unrest in the GT-R enthusiast community.
Mercedes Viano Facelift Spy Photos →
Mercedes’ Viano has been caught in winter testing, showing its new front and rear treatments.
VIDEO: Making of the Audi Super Bowl Commercial →
We have a behind-the-scenes video of the new Audi A6 commercial. “Chase” debuts during the Super Bowl on Feb. 1.
Corvette GT-1 Edition in the Pipeline →
Corvette nuts have been told that a new GT-1 special edition package is coming to market in spring. It pays tribute to the Corvette Racing C6.Rs. Expect to see lots of yellow and black,…
BRM Brand Revived with Bee Four Electric Racing... →
Bee Automobiles has revived the BRM brand with its BRM Bee Four Electric Racing Vehicle, which will compete in hillclimbs starting in 2010.
VW Golf GTI VI Production Version Images Leaked →
The first images of a production Volkswagen Golf GTI mkVI have surfaced. Some things have changed since the car debuted as a concept last year.
BMW PAS Concept Teased in Official Video →
The BMW PAS has been described in very little detail through this teaser video from BMW. Despite this a few facts about this new concept come to the fore.
2010 Volvo XC60 U.S. Pricing Announced →
Americans with about US$37,000 to spend on a new car, specifically a compact SUV, can now have a look at the new Volvo XC60 T6. It’s well-spec’d with a host of standard creature comforts.
Ferrari F60's Illegal Exhaust Design... →
Ferrari has now modified the rear exhaust outlets of its new F60 single seater, after rivals expressed concern about the launch design’s legality.
2009 Porsche Boxster →
33 New High-Res Images Show the facelifted model with green, red and yellow livery.
Renault Clio Facelift Spied →
A redesigned Renault Clio was spied, and it looks more enticing than the current model.
Production Aston Martin Rapide Images Leaked →
Pictures of the Aston Martin Rapide have been leaked. The images are of a production-ready Rapide which may appear at Geneva.
Green light turns red for French GP →
The French parliament has scrapped the senate’s earlier approval of a formula one circuit project near Paris.
Rome trying to 'steal' GP - Monza →
The city of Rome is attempting to “steal” the Italian grand prix from historic Monza, according to Monza mayor Marco Mariani
WCF Comments: Edit Button has Arrived! →
BMW X5 M Spied in the Streets of Munich →
The X5 M was caught almost completely undisguised on the streets of Munich. Seen nearly finished, BMW has no doubt been working on this vehicle for quite some time.
Ferrari tested unique KERS solution →
Ferrari, albeit a fierce critic of the new energy re-use technology, worked on an innovative solution for its 2009 KERS system.
BMW X5 Facelift First Spy Photos →
The BMW x5 is due for a facelift in 2010, and spy photographers have captured the first images of the new vehicle in testing.
FAB Design Maybach in Monaco →
The Middle East and the Mediterranean are home to some of the most powerful and luxurious cars ever built but like everywhere else, the regions are subject to owners who have too much money…
Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition - the... →
To honor the end of a once-popular roadster, Honda will sell a new limited edition S2000. The Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition goes on sale this March.
Third Generation Audi MMI Makes First US... →
Audi’s new Q5 will be the vehicle that brings the third-generation MMI infotainment system to the United States, offering improved graphics and functionality.
Ford Report $5.9 Billion 4th Quarter Loss →
Net losses of US$5.9 billion were reported by the Ford Motor Company. Despite these heavy losses Ford says it does not need a bailout from the US government.
Mini Crossover: Insiders Reveal New Details &... →
Details of the MINI Crossover SUV were revealed by MINI insiders. A production model will first be seen in public at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
Maybach Landaulet on Ebay for a Cool $2.2 million →
Currently on eBay a black Maybach 62S Landaulet is up for sale for US$2.2 million. The 612hp limo only has 95 miles on the clock.
Hennessey Performance Unleash 705hp Corvette... →
Hennessey Performance Engineering presents two insanely powerful Corvettes named the ZR705 and ZR750. Together they make a useful 1460hp!
McLaren P11 Prototype Caught for First Time →
McLaren’s P11 is a Ferrari and Lamborghini competitor that’s due to break cover some time soon for a 2010 debut; it’s been spotted undergoing a winter test in Sweden.
Toyota to recall more than 1.35 million cars... →
Toyota has issued a recall affecting 1.35 million cars in worldwide markets. The recall affects three different model lines.
Ford Focus RS - In Depth →
Ford has released new details on the Ford Focus RS, confirming the engine rating at 300 bhp. But why did they choose front-wheel-drive?
Mercedes SLK Gullwing in the works? →
Mercedes may be working on a new Mercedes-Benz SLK Gullwing hybrid, going 0-60mph in under five seconds, while getting good gas mileage.
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, Mercury Milan Hybrid... →
Ford has announced that their new 2010 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan hybrids will be eligible for a $3,400 US tax credit.
Alpina to Unveil B7 & B6 GT3 at 2009 Geneva Motor... →
Alpina will exhibit two of its latest supercharged cars at the Geneva Motor Show. The BMW 7 Series-based B7 and B6 GT3 racer are to be unveiled at the Alpina stand.
2010 Mini Cooper S Convertible John Cooper Works... →
The new MINI Cooper S Convertible is rumored for release at the Geneva Motor Show, and we have the details.
Audi to Unveil TT RS & A4 allroad in Geneva →
Coming to Geneva 2009; Audi TT RS 2.5 TFSI and Audi A5/ S5 Cabriolet. The 340hp TT RS makes its first official appearance after months of being chased by spy photographers.
BMW Z10 ED Eco-Supercar Details Emerge →
BMW is planning a new green supercar to be based on advanced technologies. It’s called the Z10 ED and will be powered by a straight-six turbo aided by a lithium-ion battery.
2010 Porsche 911 GT3 Official Details - Video &... →
Porsche has revealed the updated and slightly more powerful 2010 911 GT3 ahead of its official debut at Geneva Motor Show in March.
Reports say problems with new Renault →
The opening test of Renault’s 2009 car did not proceed as planned for the French team, the Swiss publication Motorsport Aktuell reports.
Malaysia also agrees to 'twilight' race →
Like Australia, fellow faraway formula one race host Malaysia will also stage a ‘twilight’ grand prix beginning in 2009, it has emerged.
Opel/Vauxhall Insignia OPC/VXR Leaked Photo →
This is a leaked picture of the new Opel Insignia OPC, known in the UK as the Vauxhall Insignia VXR. The high performance sedan is claimed to do a time of just over 8 minutes around the…
Wiesmann GT MF4-S Announced with 4.0-liter M3... →
Wiesmann is now giving the MF4 GT-S brand new M power in the shape of the M3’s 4.0-litre V8. On top of this a Roadster version is rumoured for a Geneva first reveal.
Porsche 911/998: First time on video →
For the first time ever, the new 2011 Porsche 911 was caught on video. Dubbed the 998, spies got video of the sports car from every angle.
Renault Megane Sedan Spied Winter Testing →
New spy photos have emerged of the sportier new Renault Megane sedan.
BMX Legend Dave Mirra wins rally, support →
BMX racer-turned-rally-driver Dave Mirra has won his first race at the wheel of a Subaru Impreza WRX STI. The win gets him more backing from Subaru Rally Team USA.
Hartge Reveals BMW M3 Aerodynamic kit →
HARTGE is offering a new aerodynamic kit for the BMW M3 range. It’s in addition to an interior kit released by the brand almost a year ago.
3D Rendered: Volvo C30 Racecar by Vizualtech →
Vizualtech, the design firm specialising in 3D renderings, have released these pictures of a radical race-inspired Volvo C30.
AM General Stops HUMMER H2 Production →
Production will halt on the Hummer H2, at least temporarily. GM has expressed desire to keep the plant shuttered for five months.
VW Polo Unveiling Scheduled for Geneva - Bound... →
A brand new VW Polo will be unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. Not long after the Polo will go on sale all over the world, including the US where it’s first arrival is scheduled for…