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Steve McQueen Le Mans 911S to be auctioned
The Porsche 911S driven by Steve McQueen in Le Mans is going under the hammer.

A Porsche that's silly, but still very sexy
Porsche's new 911 GTS is built for driving thrills - and to draw covetous glances.

Seat to start sales in China
Seat, the problem child of the Volkswagen Group, is to set up shop in China.

New Lambo sells out in its first year
Lamborghini boss confirms Aventador’s 12-month production run sold

UK worse than for congestion than US
You always knew road congestion here was bad. But did you know that it's even worse than in the car-loving States?

UK worse for congestion than US
You always knew road congestion here was bad. But did you know that it's even worse than in the car-loving States?

Millions of motorists 'unable' to top up with window-washer fluid - or fuel
Do you know how to check your tyre depth, change your wipers and carry out other basic car maintenance? If so, give yourself a pat on the back... you might be one of a dying breed.

Mr Money: Bulli for Volkswagen
Volkswagen's six-seater Bulli microbus concept is likely to go into production and will cost about £15,000.

How to bag an ex-military bargain
As defence cuts bite, military hardware is a tempting proposition - and might be more affordable than you think.

Suzuki GSX-R750 review
The GSX-R series has become a cult brand. While the latest 750cc version is extremely capable, a little more innovation could have made it even better.

Peugeot iOn expert review
The Peugeot iOn represents a new kind of motoring, where a customer can lease a car with very predictable running costs and no tailpipe emissions. It’s best suited to short, frequent journeys.

McLaren's new MP4 GT3 racer
McLaren Automotive has given its new MP4-12C GT3 racer its debut tests at MIRA and Silverstone.

New Vauxhall Zafira uncovered
These are the latest spy pics of the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer in testing, a car that will go on sale in the autumn.

Lambo's latest Gallardo special
Lamborghini has revealed details of its latest special edition Gallardo, the Tricolore.

Mazda CX-5 - new pics
These are the latest spy pics of the Mazda CX-5 crossover in winter testing, a car that's set to be launched in production form in April 2012.

Skoda reveals future Vision
Skoda has denied that its Vision D concept from last week's Geneva motor show is the car that will slot into its range between the Fabia and Octavia.

Lamborghini's new Aventador is a real hot Rod
Rod Stewart likes Lamborghinis and has owned several.

Mahindra releases new G-Wiz electric car
MAHINDRA, which bought electric car company REVA last year, is planning to introduce a model of the G-Wiz electric car fitted with a Lithium ion battery. The G-Wiz has sold in hundreds to Londoners and you can’t turn a corner in the city without seeing one. For the rest of the country, however, the G-Wiz is pointless. Not that I’d have one in London, either…

New Mini John Cooper Works S2000 rally car
THIS is the Mini John Cooper Works S2000 rally car that Mini had lurking on its stand at Geneva.

Aston Martin AMR-One to tackle Intercontinental Le Mans races
THIS impressive looking racer is Aston Martin’s AMR-One, the car that the company will enter into Intercontinental Le Mans races, which include the famous Le Mans 24-hour race in France.

Land Rover sells limited edition high-spec Evoque bike
TO mark the launch of the new Land Rover Evoque, the Solihull company is producing a limited edition “Evoque” bicycle.

Tweak of the week: Renault Megane RS250
THE compulsive tweakers at Superchips, of Bracknell, Northants, have come up with a power boosting chip for the already brisk Renault Megane RS250.

Ford electric Transit connect ready for launch
FORD has finished trials with its new electric Transit Connect and will launch the van for sale later this year.

Kit out your Ducati like Valentino Rossi's
OWNERS of Ducati’s iconic Monster ­street­- fighter bikes can order special “art” schemes for their bikes. There’s already a wide range but Ducati has added Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden kits to celebrate their two Moto GP riders. The schemes cost £552.34 plus VAT and will be available from dealers from May.

Mercedes masterpiece is Formulart 1
KEEP your piles of bricks and dead sheep, this bit of modern art is more up my street.

Proton cuts up to £1,700 off the price of its Satria Neo hatchback
PROTON has slashed the prices of its Satria Neo hatchback saving punters up to £1,700.

Bristol Cars goes into administration
RATHER sad but not surprising news: Bristol Cars, one of the world’s most eccentric car makers, has gone into administration.

One-night showing of must-see superbike film
IF you’re into bike racing and haven’t got anything on this Monday evening, then nip down to the cinema and watch a film called I, Superbiker.

Audi's new A3 saloon concept
HERE’S a concept car that we didn’t have space to mention last week. It’s the Audi A3 saloon.

Drive a Vauxhall Corsa Sxi for only £195
VAUXHALL is offering a year’s free insurance on the pre-facelift Corsa and a zero deposit and 0% finance package.

Volkswagen Polo GTI thee-door hatchback on test
There’s a bloke at Volkswagen called Professor Ferdinand Piech.

New Kia Picanto
I MENTIONED the amazing new Kia Rio last week, the Korean company’s new hatchback that does 88mpg, but didn’t have space to tell you about another new Kia that was at Geneva.

Fancy trying motor racing? Here's where to go...
Going motor racing is a tad expensive – and being caught speeding on the public road isn’t that cheap, either.

November launch for Peugeot's new diesel hybrid
IN November Peugeot’s innovative 3008 Hybrid4 goes on sale.

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