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Government of Hamburg in Germany to Ban Cars in 2034
Hamburg, Germany’s second-largest city, wants to ban all cars from driving in the city center by 2034.
Volkswagen Tiguan Recalled for Lighting Fault
Volkswagen is recalling 62,155 of its Tiguan crossovers from the 2009 to 2011 model years because of a flaw with the exterior lighting.
Germany Plans Toll For Foreign Drivers
The German government has agreed to establish a toll for driving on the country’s highways. The catch is that it will apply to everyone but, of course, Germans.
Next-Generation Mini Convertible Spotted in Munich
The next-generation Mini hatchback will soon be revealed but the vehicle’s debut reminds us that’s something’s missing. What about the convertible version of the iconic car? Well it’s getting reworked as well and our spy photographers have caught it out and about.
2015 BMW X6 Caught Running the ‘Ring
Our intrepid clandestine photographers have snapped a few shots of the next-generation BMW X6 as its circles the legendary Nürburgring in Germany. Here’s what we know about this upcoming “sports activity coupe.”
Mercedes-Benz to Top BMW in Sales this Year
Like elementary-school children Mercedes-Benz and their cross-country rival BMW are bickering about who will be number one. The two German luxury automakers both want to be tops in the United States.
Vanquish Volante Q Demonstrates High-End Customization
Premium automakers typically offer customers a wider array of choice than purveyors of, say, entry-level commercial vans. Stepping things up, Aston Martin allows its buyers to uniquely customize their vehicles via the new Q program.
smart fourjoy Concept Unveiled in Frankfurt, Still Not Wothy of Capital Letters
The folks at Daimler’s smart division revealed a new concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Supposedly their forjoy design study is a forerunner to a next-generation car.
Bentley Continental GT V8 S Gains 21 HP over “Standard” Model
Bentley unveiled an updated version of its Continental GT V8 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R Concept Armed with 420 Ponies
How do you make a boring economy car exciting? Well, most automakers simply tack a letter “R” on the rear and call it a day. Fortunately the latest Toyota Yaris concept has far more substance than just a name badge.
Mercedes CLA 45 AMG Racecar Concept Revealed in Frankfurt
Mercedes’ CLA is one of the most exciting vehicles to come from the Stuttgart, Germany-based automaker in years, and the ludicrously powerful AMG version is all the better. But cranking the knob to 11… and snapping it right off is the CLA 45 AMG Racecar Concept.
2015 Volkswagen Golf R Revealed: Live Photos from the Frankfurt Motor Show
Raise your hand if you like functional small cars with grossly overpowered engines. Now that all of your primary upper-body appendages are above your heads, use your non-dominant hand to follow the jump and learn about Volkswagen’s latest fun-machine, the 2015 Golf R.
Kia Niro Concept Previews New Sub-Compact Model
Concept cars are mostly built to taunt automotive journalists, but on rare occasions they do serve legitimate purposes. Sometimes they can tip-off what a car company has in development, and the black-as-coal Kia Niro is a clue as to what the South Korean brand’s next B-Segment offering could look like.
Infiniti Q30 Concept Previews a New Type of Luxury Car for a New Generation of Buyer
The folks at Infiniti have revealed their latest concept vehicle at the exciting 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Q30 hints at what a future compact car from the brand might look like.
Audi Sport Quattro Concept is a 700-HP Hybrid
What happens when too much isn’t enough? You end up with a concept car like the Audi Sport Quattro, a bright yellow, 700-horsepower denunciation of beige Toyota Camrys everywhere.
2014 Porsche Macan Spied Lapping the ‘Ring
Spy photographers have captured the 2014 Porsche Macan yet again, this time as it circles the legendary Nürburgring in Germany.
Mercedes S-Class Coupe Concept Confirmed for Frankfurt
Mercedes-Benz just introduced its redesigned S-Class flagship sedan, a car that’s loaded with more bleeding-edge features than an Airbus A380 jet, but the company is also working on a two-door version of the Sonderklasse, as revealed by a handful design sketches.
Smart FourJoy Concept Revealed Ahead of Frankfurt Motor Show Debut
The 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show is just days away and more automakers are teasing what they’re going to be revealing at the event. Getting in on the action, smart released photos of and information about an electric concept they’ll be unveiling in Germany next week.
Mercedes Teases CLA 45 AMG Racecar Concept
Mercedes-Benz will reveal a high-performance racecar concept at next week’s Frankfurt Motor Show. The CLA 45 AMG Racing Series provides a preview of upcoming vehicles built specifically for competition.
2015 Lexus GS-F Spied Nurburgring Testing
Germany’s vaunted Nürburgring is arguably the most famous test track in the world. AutoGuide’s intrepid spy photographers have just spotted the 2015 Lexus GS-F circling the famous “Green Hell,” and best of all the car was NOT camouflaged!
Mercedes Nine-Speed Automatic Coming to US Soon?
It’s been years since rumors of a nine-speed transmission from Mercedes-Benz started emerging, and now buyers can finally drive one… in Europe.
Hyundai Motorsport Testing Facility Unveiled in Germany
Hyundai unveiled its new facility in Alzenau, Germany, which will serve as its center for motorsport development.
Future BMW Diesel Lineup Previewed
Contrary to Dunkin’ Donuts’ slogan, America actually runs gasoline, not deep-fried pastries. The dessert peddler may fuel people with freshly brewed coffee and lots of sugar, but when it comes to getting from point “A” to point “B” petrol is just about the only game in town. Giving drivers some much needed diversity in their…
Ask AutoGuide No. 1 — Rusty’s Request
Welcome to the first installment of “Ask AutoGuide!” a brand-new weekly feature where we help you find the right new car or truck. Think of it as internet community service, our way of giving back to the loyal people who share so much with us. Best of all the advice comes from the heart since…
