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GenevaBMW X4: Less Function, More Form
The final details (and the definitive form) of the BMW X4 have been presented in Geneva. The new vehicle takes the successful recipe of the X6 (take a regular SUV and chop off the back to create a sedan-coupe on steroids), and adapts it to a smaller package. For this …
GenevaPictures of Jeep's Smallest CUV, the Renegade
The Internet once again pulled a rabbit out of its hat this weekend, presenting us with leaked pictures of the smallest member of the Jeep family, which finally has a confirmed name: the Renegade. The pictures surfaced on Jalopnik , and according to rumors the little Jeep will be based …
GenevaGeneva Motor Show: My Top 5 Picks
The general consensus this year is that the 2014 edition of Switzerland’s acclaimed auto show has drawn in an excellent crop of cars. Notable new products abound! This, in turn, explains why there are more journalists and special guests than usual. After rigorously scouring the halls at the Palexpo, I’ve …
GenevaWhen Siri Meets Enzo: The Future of Infotainment
In Geneva this week, if you walk into the Ferrari booth you can sit in a grey FF and play with the infotainment system. Nothing particularly groundbreaking here, but there is a twist: this system is developed by Apple; it is named CarPlay and may very well soon be in …
GenevaSubaru VIZIV 2: A Concept With Eyes on the Future
Subaru has just launched a concept in Geneva. It’s called the VIZIV 2, and it represents where the brand wants to go in terms of style. It may also spawn a CUV at some point. The VIZIV 2 follows Subaru’s most recent concepts, the SUBARU VIZIV CONCEPT presented in Chicago …
GenevaIn Geneva, Audi Unveils the 2014 S1 & S1 Sportback
In Geneva, Audi just unveiled its new S1 model which will be offered as a three-door hatchback or a five-door Sportback. This car has Audi’s new front-end design language slated for the Audi A1. The S1 is characterized by: - Bright colors - Honeycomb style grille - LED headlights - …
GenevaDodge Journey Crossroad = Fiat Freemont Cross
Dodge recently released a sportier version of its popular Journey model called the Journey Crossroad. In Geneva, Fiat took the opportunity to unveil the Freemont which is essentially a clone of the U.S. vehicle. In both cases we note that unfortunately, there is no increase in ground clearance compared to …
GenevaMini crossover with maximum charisma: Opel ADAM ROCKS
Mini crossover with maximum charisma: Opel ADAM ROCKS Cool and tough, chunky and funky: ADAM ROCKS combines the joy of driving under an open sky with all the fun of an adventure-loving mini-crossover. Making its world debut in Geneva, ADAM ROCKS is the next addition to the ADAM family. The …
GenevaRenault Twingo: A Fresh Take on the Popular City car
Two decades after it revolutionised the small car segment with the first-generation Twingo, Renault has taken a fresh look at its celebrated city car. The brand’s engineers and designers started from a blank sheet of paper and took their inspiration from the legacy left by the original Twingo and the …
GenevaMini Clubman Concept: Unveiled at Geneva
After the Los Angeles unveiling of the new 2014 MINI Cooper and Cooper S and the John Cooper Works in Detroit, BMW presents the MINI Clubman concept in Geneva. Visually, this concept looks very close to production, featuring a lot of the styling cues of the new Cooper. The front …
GenevaMaserati Return to its Roots With the Alfieri Concept
Maserati had a problem when they decided to celebrate their 100th birthday: they had to not only remind people of its rich history, but also that they were still relevant in today’s market. In the last few years, they invested in their Quattroporte and Ghibli sport sedans, leaving the GT …
GenevaJaguar XFR-S Sportbrake: A Wagon With Claws
Similar to the Jaguar XF Sportbrake unveiled last year in Geneva, this year we have the XRF-S version of the sport wagon being unveiled. In the European market, it will face off against the powerful Audi RS6 Avant and Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG. The high-performance machine inherits the XFR-S sedan …
GenevaAbarth 695 Biposto: A Racing Fiat 500 for the Streets!
This week at Geneva, Fiat presented "The Fastest Road-going Abarth" ever produced. Named 695 Biposto, this car is the spiritual successor to the original Abarth 695, unveiled 50 years earlier, also in Geneva. Tipping the scales at 997 kilograms and pushing 190 horsepower to the front wheels, the 695 Biposto …
GenevaAudi Sport Quattro Concept: the TT for the Track !
While presenting the 2015 Audi TT, Ingolstadt’s engineers also showed what happens when you take the performance knob of a TT, and turn it to eleven. Still equipped with the 2.0 liter turbo, the TT Quattro Sport Concept is fitted with a healthy dose of performance parts to extract more …
GenevaRolls Royce Ghost Series II: Continuing the Line
Production of the Rolls Royce Ghost began in 2010. Today its first aesthetic modifications have been revealed as well as an update of its various technological approaches used in the infotainment system. There is a new front section to the car which hosts LED headlights. To be honest, we find …
GenevaCarrozzeria Touring Superleggera Unveils The New Disco Volante
After the 2010 unveiling in Geneva of the Disco Volante sports coupe, the Italian company Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera has returned to the show in 2014 to unveil the next generation of its attractive high performance coupe. The livery of the 2012 model was bright red and this new version honors …
GenevaSsangYong Concept XLV: European Vision
Since you probably haven’t heard of this vehicle before, we’ll mention that Ssangyong is a South Korean brand belonging to the Indian manufacturer Mahindra. In Geneva, they have unveiled the eXciting smart Life Vehicle concept. It is a mid-sized crossover vehicle with very modern amenities and all the attributes necessary …
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BMW at the 84th Geneva International Motor Show 2014.
BMW presents a selection of fascinating new series-production models at the Geneva International Motor Show 2014. Marking their world premiere are the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé and the second generation of the BMW X3.
GenevaAlfa Romeo 4C Spider: Only one Year to Wait...
The sexy little Alfa Romeo 4C will soon be available on our shores, and at the Geneva Auto Show, the Italian roadster is going topless. This new targa-topped version will have a retractable cloth top. As is customary for a convertible, the 4C spider is fitted with beefier support beams …
Geneva2015 Audi TT: Official Launch
The all-new 2015 Audi TT has been unveiled today at the Geneva Auto Show. There are lots of changes on the new version. While the overall length is the same (4.18 meters), the wheelbase has grown almost 37 mm. The car is 120 mm narrower, and it stays the same …
GenevaLamborghini Huracan LP 610-4: The Bull and the Horns
V10, 610 horsepower, 412 pound-feet of torque, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, all-wheel drive, an aluminum and carbon fiber chassis, Pirelli P Zero 245/30R20 tires up front and 305/30R20 in the back, 15 inch (381 mm) carbon-ceramic brakes in the front and 14 inch (355 mm) at the rear, 1422 kilograms, 0-100 …
GenevaMazda Hazumi Concept: The next version of the Mazda2
Mazda confirmed today that the next-generation Mazda 2 will hit the showroom floors this autumn. It was unveiled today, under the guise of the Hazumi Concept. The Hazumi name means ''emerge or arise'' in Japanese. The Mazda2 will therefore be the next model to use the Kodo design language, already …
GenevaPagani’s Last Zonda: the Revolucion
The Zonda was an amazing machine, and it revealed to the world the genius of Horatio Pagani. Unveiled in 1999, the first version, the C12, used a V12 sourced from Mercedes-Benz pushing 389 HP and a 5-speed manual gearbox. As the years went by, a lot of upgrades went into …
GenevaThe Lexus RC F Sport Completes the RC Coupe Lineup
Lexus unveiled today the latest member of its new RC coupe lineup, the RC350 F Sport. The model will be positioned between the V8-powered RC F and the base model RC 350. A hybrid, the 300H, is also in the works, but will be released later. The F Sport will …
GenevaFord Mustang 2015: From Dearborn to Geneva
After being officially unveiled simultaneously in Dearborn, New York, Los Angeles, Barcelona, Shanghai and Sydney last December 5th, the sixth version of the popular American sport coupe was then brought to auto shows in Detroit, Montreal, Chicago, Toronto, Brussels. This week, the Geneva Motor Show will play host to this …
GenevaVolkswagen T-ROC Concept
At the New Delhi Auto Show, Volkswagen introduced a second version of its Taigun prototype giving us a glimpse of a new urban SUV for emerging markets. In Geneva we'll get a chance to see another urban SUV called the T–ROC which is destined for North American markets and slated …
GenevaThe Koenigsegg One:1 - Next Step in the Quest for Speed
The saga of the fastest production car is far from over, and it would seem that the next chapter is about to be written: Koenigsegg has unveiled the full details on its latest creation, the One:1. In theory, this supercar should hit a top speed of 450 km/h. The One:1 …
GenevaSkoda Vision C: Czech Luxury
Skoda is a major European automobile manufacturer located in the Czech Republic and is part of the Volkswagen group. Skoda heads to Geneva with a plethora of new offerings including the Vision C concept which resembles the Audi A5 Sportback. It’s a nice-looking sedan shaped like a coupe with either …
GenevaHyundai Intrado Concept: Aerodynamic Efficiency
Hyundai will show the aviation-inspired HED-9 Intrado concept in Geneva. Intrado is the name of the the lower part of an airplane wing, whose job it is to ensure adequate lift to keep the aircraft aloft. Various forms of the HED-9 were studied and groomed to the point that they …
Geneva2014 Morgan Plus 4 Revamped
The small British manufacturer is a regular at the Geneva Motor Show and this year it plans to bring several new cars, including a renewed version of the Plus 4 model. Currently, the Morgan Plus 4 is powered by a Ford Duratec 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine making 145 horsepower. Rumor has …
GenevaMcLaren 650S: faster than a Ferrari 458 Speciale
The first McLaren 650S just got out of the factory at Woking, England and McLaren has unveiled a couple of performance statistics for its most recent supercar. The 650S will use a tuned version of the MP4-12C’s engine, which means a 3.8 liter twin turbo V8 pumping out 641 horsepower …
GenevaKoenigsegg Razer Blade: A Supercar-Inspired Laptop
In addition to the Koenigsegg One:1 supercar, Swedish manufacturer Koenigsegg will be displaying a new laptop in Geneva designed specifically for its customers, called the Koenigsegg Razer Blade. The computer is developed in collaboration with American company Razer, which specializes in video game accessories. The laptop specifications will be revealed …
Geneva370 HP Volkswagen Golf R by ABT Sportsline
The new Volkswagen Golf R for the European market saw its power increase to 300 horsepower for 2014. But for many it is still not enough and that's why many tuners will enter the scene to offer performance packages that will increase both power and efficiency. For example, the German …
GenevaA Fast one and a Cheap(er) one for Bentley
At the Geneva Auto Show, Bentley will unveil two new models, one for each end of its lineup. To appeal to potential customers who currently drive lower-tier cars (Mercedes S-Class, Audi A8 and BMW 7 Series, for example), Bentley will build a more affordable version of the Flying Spur, which …
GenevaHyundai PassoCorto IED Concept: Reminiscent of the Alfa Romeo 4C
Each year at the Geneva Motor Show the Turin-based Instituto Europeo di Design (IED) presents some work done by their students. This year the main project has been designed in collaboration with South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. It is named the PassoCorto FDI Concept. The project was headed by Luca Borgogno, …
GenevaMazda Hazumi Concept: The Next Mazda2
The Mazda Hazumi concept will have a world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, heralding the upcoming release of the second generation Mazda2. Mazda will also present a new SKYACTIV-D 1.5-litre diesel engine. The word Hazumi means "emerge or arise" in Japanese; a designation that is well suited for a …
GenevaThe New GTI Goes Electric
The Volkswagen Golf GTE is the latest member of the GT family, which already includes the direct-injected GTI, the 4-door GLI, and the diesel GTD (sadly not currently offered in North America). It is, in theory, the best of both worlds. It has 201 horsepower, 258 pounds/feet of torque, a …
GenevaMitsubishi XR-PHEV Concept: The 2015 ASX
Presented for the first time at the Tokyo Motor Show, the Mitsubishi XR-PHEV Concept immediately emerged as the vehicle which Mitsubishi’s next generation of compact SUVs would be based on. That vehicle is already named ASX in Europe, Outlander Sport in the United States and RVR in Canada. Whatever it …
GenevaPagani Huayra Roadster Imagined by WildSpeed
In Geneva, the small Italian manufacturer will unveil a new model. Everything we know indicates that it will be a roadster version of the Huayra, powered by an AMG 6.0-litre V12 which generates 730 horsepower. That amount of power will allow it to go from 0 to 100 km/h in …
GenevaThe Colorful Aston Martin V8 Vantage N430
The famous British brand will be bringing with it to the Geneva Motor three special cars including versions of the V8 Vantage and DB9 models. The V8 Vantage N430 will be the most talked about while the other two are the DB9 Carbon White and Carbon Black editions. The Aston …
GenevaRange Rover Evoque's New Autobiography Dynamic Version
The Range Rover Evoque, launched in 2011, is a small urban SUV that was very well received by the public. This year, right before the Geneva auto show, Land Rover has published some information on the new range-topping model, the Autobiography, and a sportier version, the Dynamic. Both of them …
Geneva2014 Volkswagen Scirocco Overhauled
The current version of the Volkswagen Scirocco dates back to 2008 and it is due for a major overhaul. This new generation will be unveiled at the next Geneva Motor Show. In the meantime, Volkswagen has put on the web the first official photos of the upcoming model accompanied by …
GenevaVolvo Ocean Race Edition: Ocean-Inspired Limited Edition
The Swedish brand has unveiled the 5th generation of Ocean Race Edition vehicles. Volvo envisions the treatment for the V40, V40 Cross Country, V60 and XC60 models. They are available in four colors: Ocean Blue, Bright Silver, Sapphire Black and Crystal White. Inside, the bucket seats enjoy anthracite leather upholstery …
Geneva2014 Land Rover Discovery XXV Special Edition
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Discovery, Land Rover has a new special edition model called the XXV Special Edition. The first Land Rover Discovery was unveiled in 1989 at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. It’s a vehicle that quickly became an icon in the automotive world, at a …
Geneva2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 to Have 625 Horses Under the Hood
Unveiled in Detroit and presented in a Canadian premiere in Toronto, the mighty Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will cross the Atlantic for a European debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Incorporating several elements of the Stingray, it differentiates itself with the addition of many functional cosmetic changes to maximize airflow and …
GenevaHonda Civic Type R Concept: Reserved for Europeans
In Geneva, Honda will unveil its Civic Type R concept as a preview of the next production model, scheduled to come onto the market in 2015. With an extremely aggressive appearance, the concept has all the elements to attract the attention of crowds of Honda fanboys at the major auto …
GenevaPeugeot 108: Mulitple Personalities
In Geneva the Peugeot that needs to draw crowds to the booth of the French brand is the new 108, which is the replacement for the outgoing 107. The 108 is a small city car that draws attention to the customization possibilities on both the outside and the inside. It …
GenevaBMW 2 Series Active Tourer FWD
This is the first compact family wagon from BMW in addition to being their first model offered only in front-wheel drive. Basically it has everything to take on the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. Aesthetically, it is a vehicle that is quite pleasing to look at with its sleek, all-glass roofline. While quite …
GenevaFerrari California T Revealed
Ferrari has revealed the next generation California, called the California T. The front-engined Ferrari is scheduled for a grand unveiling at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. As expected, the California T will make use of a new 3.9-litre turbo V8 with output being increased to 560 horsepower, up from 490 …
GenevaMercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe: First Official Photo
The first official photo of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class coupe has leaked online. The model closely follows the look of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe Concept unveiled in Frankfurt last September. The new coupe will replace the outgoing CL coupe. The coupe’s interior layout will be just as lavish and closely …
GenevaFerrari 149M Project to be Revealed Next Week
The reveal of the next generation Ferrari California is set for February 12th, 2014 ahead of its world premiere scheduled for the Geneva Motor Show in March. The new vehicle is called project 149M at the moment, the “M” standing for modified. An image has been circulating the web of …
GenevaBMW 4 Series Gran Coupe Revealed
The BMW 4 Series lineup will be enhanced by a four-door coupe hatchback which joins the 4 Series coupe and convertible. In Canada, three versions are available: 428i, 428i xDrive and 435i. Aesthetically, the 4 Gran Coupe is a mini version of the BMW 6 Series with very sleek lines.
GenevaVolkswagen T-ROC Concept
At the New Delhi Auto Show, Volkswagen introduced a second version of its Taigun prototype giving us a glimpse of a new urban SUV for emerging markets. In Geneva well get a chance to see another urban SUV called the T –ROC which is destined for North American markets and …
GenevaVolkswagen Polo 5 Expected at Geneva
The fifth generation subcompact Volkswagen Polo has been unveiled online. The current version of the small car was presented for the first time in Geneva in 2009. Aesthetically it exhibits completely redesigned front and rear sections. It receives its own grille, headlamps and bumper to better differentiate it from its …

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