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Porsche has disclosed plans to prepare additional high-end limited editions, fueled by the success of the Panamera Exclusive Series.
At the end of last month, Porsche revealed a range-topping Panamera edition labeled "Exclusive Series" and limited to just 100 units. 48 hours later, there weren't any cars left as despite a hefty ?249,877 price tag, 100 customers quickly snatched the high-end Panamera based on the long wheelbase version and featuring a two-tone paint and a vast array of interior cabin tweaks.
Infiniti executive design director Alfonso Albaisa has revealed plans to introduce a Q60 Coupe concept at the North American International Auto Show.
Speaking to Motor Trend, Albaisa said the concept will be "very, very, very, very close to the next Q60." He declined to elaborate but Infiniti chief creative officer Shiro Nakamura has previously confirmed the production model will arrive next year and will be "a little bit bigger than a BMW 4-Series but not as big as a 6-Series."
Engine options will likely carryover from the Q50 but Nakamura hinted there could be an Eau Rouge variant - with a twin-turbo 3.8-liter V6 engine that develops 560 bhp (417 kW) - if the Q50 Eau Rouge concept is approved for production.
The Volkswagen Golf R Variant (SportWagen in United States) has been introduced at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Fans of hot wagons in the U.S. are probably pretty upset with Volkswagen since there's no word about stateside availability as VW says the model is set to go on sale only in Europe starting next spring. It looks essentially the same as the Golf R hatchback but obviously with the longer rear end which grants a 605-liter trunk capacity with the seats up and 1,620 liters if you fold them down.
Following last week's teaser, Ford has fully revealed the all-new Everest which is programmed to go on sale next year.
The 2015 Everest is based on the Ford Ranger from where it inherits the styling but with a more premium look both inside and out. Noticeable features include LED daytime running lights, aluminum front & rear underbody protection and a large chrome hexagonal front grille. It benefits from a generous 225mm ground clearance and 800mm water-wading capability while the towing capacity stands at 3,000 kg. Ford says it has a best-in-class 750 kg cargo payload (up to 100 kg roof payload) and a 29-degree approach angle and 25-degree departure angle.
Following the refreshed Audi A6 and Audi Q3, the German brand has unveiled a facelift for its A1 and A1 Sportback models.
The vehicles have received new front grille and headlights graphics and new paint combinations. Audi also says both models are now two centimeters (0.78 inches) longer at a length of 3.98 meters.
Subaru has announced the facelifted 2015 Impreza will be priced from $18,195 in the United States.
Set to arrive at dealerships in November, the entry-level sedan comes nicely equipped with a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, cruise control and 60/40-split folding rear seats. The model also has power windows, remote keyless entry, a rearview camera and an infotainment system with a 6.2-inch display.
Independent designer X-Tomi has created a virtual range-topping R400 variant of the Volkswagen Passat.
The rendering shows a sporty saloon with many design changes compared to the standard Passat. It features a fully redesigned front bumper with large air intakes and a carbon fiber splitter, new side skirts and a set of 19-inch alloy wheels, similar to the one in Golf R400 Concept.
Two official images depicting Toyota's C-HR concept have appeared online prior to the crossover's debut early next month at the Paris Motor Show.
At the beginning of the week Toyota published a darkened teaser image showing the concept's profile and now two fully revealing images have hit the web with the C-HR which according to the company "combines a powerful new design language with an engaging driving experience and a hybrid powertrain."
Little else is known about the concept but chances are it previews a compact crossover set to be positioned below the RAV4. Most likely the production version will have something to do with the prototypes spotted undergoing testing by our photographers in the last few months. The model could be a derivative of the Auris hatchback set to be sold with the "Auris Cross" moniker starting sometime next year.
British media has managed to obtain preliminary technical specification regarding the Mercedes-Benz C350 Plug-In Hybrid.
Scheduled to go on sale early 2015, the plug-in hybrid C-Class will look virtually the same as the conventional model with the obvious exception of the rear charging port built into the bumper. It will also feature an active shutter grille which improves aerodynamics whenever extra engine cooling is not necessary.
Renault has introduced at home in France the more luxurious "Initiale Paris" trim for the Clio supermini.
Back in May last year, Renault announced plans for an upper-spec Initiale Paris equipment level and now the first model to receive the more premium treatment is the Clio which in France kicks off at ?21,500. The configurator is now online and perhaps the most significant exterior change is the adoption of sleeker LED daytime running lights which have been moved from the center grille into the headlights.
Fiat has announced production of the Panda will be temporarily suspended between October 16 and 27.
Earlier this month we found out Fiat halted production of the 500L for several days and now the company has announced they will do the same with the Panda assembled at the Pomigliano factory located in southern Italy. Production will be suspended between October 16 and 27 due to "the slowdown in the market in view of the end of the year", according to Giuseppe Terracciano, secretary general for the Fim-Cisl union in Naples.
Mercedes-Benz has revealed the G-Class 35 Edition.
The 35 Edition comes just in time for the 35th anniversary of the model. The G-Class was first launched in 1979 and is believed to be sold until 2027 with a facelift coming in 2016.
Chrysler has announced plans to introduce the 2015 300 at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
The company was coy on details but said the model is "thoroughly refreshed" and will go on sale early next year. That's a little vague but previous spy photos have shown the car will feature modified bumpers, a revised grille and restyled headlights. The car will also have a new three-spoke steering wheel and revised instrumentation.
Following a preview earlier this month, Toyota has officially unveiled the facelifted global Camry.
Looking significantly more aggressive than its predecessor, the model adopts a bold front fascia with a slender grille that is flanked by LED-infused headlights. The model also has a massive air intake, rectangular fog lights and a new rear bumper.
Subaru's future lineup is coming into focus as Automotive News is reporting the company will adopt a single platform for their entire lineup.
Little is known about the platform itself but utilizing a single architecture should enable the company to cut costs and speed up development time.
Following a massive leak of photos, Volvo has officially taken the wraps off the highly anticipated second generation XC90.
The all-new XC90 is without any doubt Volvo's most important model in recent years as even the company's CEO said in an interview it's the last chance for the Geely-owned brand. The mid-size luxury SUV adopts an evolutionary design with more refined lines and an overall elegant look which is hard to find in this segment given the usual shape of SUVs.
Kia has taken the wraps off the 2015 Sorento.
Set to debut at the Paris Motor Show, the crossover has an evolutionary design but appears significantly more upscale than its predecessor.
Cadillac has unveiled the range-topping Escalade Platinum.
Designed to appeal to well-heeled buyers, the Platinum features additional chrome trim and 22-inch alloy wheels.
Our friends at IndianAutosBlog have created a render of the 2015 Skoda Fabia based on the official teaser sketch released last week.
The Fabia is almost ready for a third generation which will make the Czech supermini 9cm wider and 3cm lower while the overall length should be of around 4m. Seen here is IAB's interpretation of the car's exterior using as foundation the promising (yet probably deceiving) sketch released last week by Skoda.