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07 August 2008Pininfarina chief of 'made-in Italy' brand
Andrea Pininfarina, who was killed in a road accident aged 51, led the company that produced classic car designs for Alfa Romeo and Ferrari,
read moreGerman carmakers face lease losses
Germany's luxury carmakers, among the industry's most profitable producers, could soon face steep profit falls as economic turmoil takes its toll on their longstanding cash cows – financial services operations
read moreDana to cut 3,000 jobs in Chrysler rethink
The automotive supply group Dana Holding is to cut about 3,000 jobs, or about 9 per cent of its workforce, in a further sign of trouble for the North American car industry
read moreDrink-drive casualty numbers rise
The number of people injured as a result of drink-drive accidents has risen for the first time in six years.
read moreMike’s French fancy
Our man Brewer knows his onions. But would he buy a classic Citroen DS or new C6?
read moreWild 930bhp Heffner Lamborghini Gallardo
by Adrian Hearn This is the Heffner Lamborghini Gallardo, a 930bhp ultra-modified version of the Italian supercar. American outfit Heffner has built the ultimate playboy's car by fitting two huge turbochargers to the already powerful Lamborghini Gallardo. Read the full story now.
read moreEarly launch for new Cayenne
Porsche has rushed forward development of its next-generation Cayenne after recent market reports revealed that buyers are turning away from large, thirsty SUVs.
read moreEarly launch for new Cayenne
Porsche has rushed forward development of its next-generation Cayenne after recent market reports revealed that buyers are turning away from large, thirsty SUVs.
read moreObituary: Andrea Pininfarina
The chairman and CEO of Pininfarina, Andrea Pininfarina, 51, has been killed in a motorcycle accident near the company’s HQ in Cambiano, near Turin.
read moreObituary: Andrea Pininfarina
The chairman and CEO of Pininfarina, Andrea Pininfarina, 51, has been killed in a motorcycle accident near the company’s HQ in Cambiano, near Turin.
read moreTraffic falls as fuel prices rise
Motorists are leaving their cars at home because of the soaring cost of fuel, official figures have shown.
read moreThree-door Golf revealed
Exclusive pictures of the three-door version of VW's brand new Golf MkVI.
read moreBoxing star Prince Naseem's Porsche for sale
by Vijay Pattni Former world champion boxer "Prince" Naseem Hamed's old Porsche Boxster is for sale on Auto Trader. Former Bantamweight and Featherweight champion Naseem Hamed ? who crowned himself "Prince" - was the first owner of this 1997 Porsche Boxster. Read the full story now.
read moreFirst drive: Jeep Cherokee car review
The Jeep Cherokee we are about to drive has had a host of changes for 2008, but it's instantly recognisable. Jeep's signature seven-slot grille and bold headlamps pay tribute to the 65-year heritage of the American car manufacturer, and the Cherokee name is boldly stamped into its side mouldings. Read the full story now.
read more3-door Golf revealed
Exclusive pictures of the 3-dr version of VW's brand-new Golf MkVI.
read moreChery hybrid for Beijing Olympics
Chery is to launch its first hybrid models at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
read moreChery hybrid for Beijing Olympics
Chery is to launch its first hybrid models at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
read moreCherokee gets a fresh angle
Jeep gives its popular off-roader a deserved facelift.
read more‘Selfish’ parkers face fines
New plans may see 'inconsiderately' parked cars towed away!
read moreTwo-seater Melling Wildcat revealed
Melling Sports Cars has unveiled its new £45,000 Wildcat V8 two-seater.
read moreMelling Wildcat revealed
Melling Sports Cars has unveiled its new £45,000 Wildcat V8 two-seater.
read moreAlfa planning to revive Duetto
New affordable Alfa roadster may share Elise underpinnings.
read moreSaab’s green new SUV hits road
Spies caught disguised 9-4X on test – and they even got a glimpse inside!
read moreToyota quarterly profits fall 28%
Dented by a strong yen and slumping US sales, Toyota has kept its forecasts unchanged for what is set to be its most challenging year in recent memory
read moreUK dealers cut car prices as sales fall
With new car registrations in July down by 13%, flagging demand in Britain will compound carmakers' worries around Europe, with steep drops also recorded in Spain and Italy
read moreDealers cut car prices as sales fall
Britain's car market fell by its steepest rate in 19 months in July - a fresh sign that flagging consumer and business confidence are hitting purchases. New car...
read moreCarmakers race for green technology lead
Maria Recchia-O'Neill got more than she bargained for when she began driving an experimental hydrogen-powered, zero-emission car around Westchester county, New York...
read moreWheels On Film: Driven
Nick Cowen and Hari Patience queue up for gasoline-fuelled mayhem and the odd explosion.
read moreWheels On Film: Repo Man
Nick Cowen and Hari Patience watch an Alex Cox cult classic.
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