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BMW M135i xDrive is Too Hot of a Hatch for America
BMW revealed its newest three-door M135i back in May, and catching it live at the 2012 Paris Motor Show reminds us how America will miss out on yet another hot hatchback.
Abarth 695 Fuori Serie Shows Customization in the Extreme
“Do you come with the car?” Sadly, no, but you can now get an Abarth with more accessories than ever before.
Volkswagen Golf GTI MK7 Previewed in Design Concept
Still unconfirmed as a production model, the near-finished seventh-generation Golf GTI just hit the Paris Motor Show floor.
2013 Honda CR-Z Gets Power Bump, but Small One
Bringing both fuel economy and sporty(ish) driving dynamics to the Honda booth, the refreshed 2013 Honda CR-Z is on display today at the Paris Motor Show.
2013 Audi A3 Sportback Previews US-Bound Sedan
Only offered in Europe, the Audi A3 Sportback is the five-door hatchback version of its compact line.
2014 Volkswagen Golf Sheds Weight for Paris
Headed to North America as a 2014 model, the MKVII Volkswagen Golf is on display today at the Paris Motor Show.
2013 Audi S3 Heats up German Compact Segment
With stylish, understated execution, the 2013 Audi S3 sport hatch s yet another car from Audi sitting on the floor during the 2012 Paris Motor Show that you can’t have.
MINI JCW GP is All Caps for a Reason – Video
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As a part of the ever evolving language of the Internet, if you’re writing in all caps, you’re screaming. That’s what MINI appears to be doing with its new JCW GP model; and rightly so.
Five-Point Inspection: 2012 Ford Fiesta SES Hatchback
This week’s Five-Point Inspection is all about the 2012 Ford Fiesta SES, a small hatchback that takes on the likes of the Hyundai Accent, Chevy Sonic and Mazda 2. The SES has since been replaced by the Titanium trim package, but still represents the top of the line model for the 2012 model year. Starting…
Ten Paris Motor Show Reveals Worth Remembering
It’s the time of year when automakers go on a wonderful vacation to Paris and show off the latest and greatest vehicles. The Paris Motor show is here, and there are quite a few vehicles that are slated to be revealed this year. Since the show comes around every-other year, some automakers use it as a…
Nissan Leaf Owners Have Driven Over 100 Million Gas Free Miles: Infographic
In celebration of National Plug-in Day, Nissan has released an infographic highlighting its Leaf owners and all the miles they’ve driven gas free.
2014 Volkswagen GTI Gets Power Package, Real LSD
Spy photos of the next-generation Volkswagen GTI, which is set to hit the European market in June 2013 before heading to America in early 2014, have already surfaced but there’s more.
2013 Audi S3 Mega Gallery: 2012 Paris Preview
Faster, smoother and lighter than ever before, details of the 2013 Audi S3 were just released along with a host of photos showing the all-new car in detail.
2013 Honda CR-Z Revealed in the Flesh
Despite announcing that the updated 2013 Honda CR-Z would make its official debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, the Japanese automaker actually brought it to the Indonesia Motor Show where it was unveiled.
Honda Civic Type R Confirmed as Future FWD Nurburgring Record Holder
Honda CEO Takanobu Ito gave a glimpse into the Japanese automaker’s future, announcing that a new Civic Type R is being developed for the European markets and is set to bow in 2015.
2013 Audi S3 Gains 39 HP: Paris Motor Show Preview
With the 2013 Audi A3 Sportback already revealed, Audi unveiled its third generation S3 ahead of next week’s Paris Motor Show.
Audi A3 Sportback Revealed: Paris Motor Show Preview
After months of chasing spy photos and sneak peeks of the Audi A3 Sportback, we now have an official look at the five-door model ahead of its official 2012 Paris Motor Show unveiling.
Abarth to Announce New Personalizaton Service at Paris Motor Show
At this year’s Paris Motor Show, Abarth will introduce its new personalization service, showcasing the possibilities on an Abarth 695 model.
2014 Mazda3 Rendered into Reality With Kodo Style
The Mazda 3 may have been the first car in the Japanese automaker’s lineup to receive SkyActiv technology but the use of the brand’s all-new engine is just a stop-gap measure until this.
Toyota Matrix May be Axed, Auris Not Viable Successor
Slumping sales over the last couple of years are putting a future for the Toyota Matrix in doubt. Now, the Japanese automaker has ruled out the possibility that its Auris would make its way to America as a Matrix replacement.
Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ Teased – Video
Mugen has teased its new Honda CR-Z RZ model, which will make its official debut later this month according to the Honda-tuner’s website.
Hyundai Elantra GT Three-Door Revealed for Europe: Paris Motor Show Preview
Hyundai has introduced its new-generation i30 three-door ahead of its official debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. The three-door i30 joins the existing five-door hatchback and wagon.
MINI Paceman Unveiled: 2012 Paris Motor Show Preview
The MINI Paceman has broken cover prior to its officially unveiling at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, adding the seventh vehicle to the British automaker’s lineup.
Volkswagen Golf Lightweight ‘Carbon GTI’ in the Works
The 2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI is currently being prepped for production, built on the German automaker’s new MQB architecture, and rumor has it that a limited production, lightweight Golf Carbon GTI will join the lineup in 2014.
