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Adding to the visual...

Adding to the visual fun are asymmetric doors - an electric clamshell on the passenger side and a tailgate with three openings to aid access at the rear

A German tuning firm...

A German tuning firm is showing Mercedes the way! Carlsson has bucked the trend for simply adding garish bodykits and pumped-up engines to existing cars by creating its very own supercar - the C25.

Aimed at fashion-conscious...

Aimed at fashion-conscious young buyers with active lifestyles, the newcomer could lend styling details to the next Freelander, which is due in 2006.

Although there are elements...

Although there are elements of the current car in its styling, the next-generation model has bulging wheelarches front and rear, making it wider overall. As well as creating an aggressive appearance, this allows a wider track for improved stability. The roadster will keep its folding canvas roof to save weight, but the interior is set to be restyled to match the tougher exterior. The larger back end will also house a bigger engine than the current 1.8-litre petrol unit.

An all-new version is...

An all-new version is just around the corner, but there’s life in the old Fabia yet. When it was launched in the UK in 2000, it revolutionised the maker’s image and reputation – and it’s still got a lot to offer today.

And now it has admitted...

And now it has admitted it may cut prices to boost visitor numbers. A spokesman said: "We haven"t reached the aggressive targets we set for the the show. However, we have reversed the downward trend of previous years." The SMMT wanted to attract 600,000 visitors to the 13-day car expo.

A new 150bhp 2.0-litre...

A new 150bhp 2.0-litre diesel is expected to be the most popular powerplant, although a 2.4-litre petrol unit will be available, too. Chevrolet is also planning to develop a 120bhp oil-burner, although bosses have decided against fitting it in the Captiva, instead earmarking it for the Lacetti hatch. A powerful range-topping 3.2 V6 Captiva won"t come to the UK, due to the low demand for thirsty off-roaders here.

As its name suggests...

As its name suggests, the Flo Control enables you to adjust the rate at which the fuel comes out – so you can have quick refilling without the stuttering delivery of a standard can, or a slow, controlled dribble if you’re replenishing a small fuel tank.

As we revealed in issue...

As we revealed in issue 856, up to 10,000 vehicles are being stored as the legal wrangles continue over who owns what following the collapse of the Birmingham-based company.

Audi"s A5 coupe has...

Audi"s A5 coupe has been on a crash diet! A prototype car has had it"s overall weight slashed by 100kg as part of what the German firm calls "efficiency optimisation measures".

Auto Express can reveal...

Auto Express can reveal Pagani is planning to produce a baby Zonda, which will use Mercedes power in a bid to teach its Italian rival a thing or two about exotic performance. Talks are underway with the German firm"s in-house tuner AMG about donating the supercharged V8 from the SL55 to the newcomer. The Zonda already uses a 7.3-litre version of AMG"s V12 powerplant, tuned to produce 555bhp. In the new model, the smaller V8 is likely to provide at least 490bhp and a sub-4.5-second 0-60mph time.

Bentley"s new flagship...

Bentley"s new flagship is emerging from the shadows! This is the first picture of the Crewe firm"s replacement for the much-loved Arnage, which it is calling the "new grand Bentley".

BMW names its price for coupé

Bosses are sceptical...

Bosses are sceptical about the merits of introducing the new model, as the Verso accounted for only six per cent of last year"s Yaris sales in Britain. A Toyota spokesman said: "While the new Yaris line-up is yet to be confirmed, it"s unlikely the Verso will be part of the UK range."

But despite its apparent...

But despite its apparent popularity, sources at VW admit that the practical machine nearly never happened. At the original launch of the Golf MkV, the maker"s bosses announced that, regardless of demand, the MkIV estate would not be replaced. Instead, said VW execuчtives, they would concentrate on the crossover Golf Plus, new Touran and Tiguan models.

But thereтЂ™s a twist...

But thereтЂ™s a twist in the tale, as the sleek roadster runs on hydrogen. It has a revolutionary gas fuel injection system that complements a conventional engine for low CO2 emissions and great performance.

But the significance...

But the significance of the picture goes further than simply looking inside the new people carrier. The S-MAX is the first Ford to be based on the platform of the next-generation Mondeo, and the top-selling family hatchback will have a very similar dashboard design to that seen in the mag.

Cadillac is set to unleash...

Cadillac is set to unleash its most advanced road car yet... Designed to carry one of the world"s most important men, it"e the firm"s latest generation presidential limousine.

Called the Sport Study...

Called the Sport Study, it’s been designed by the Japanese firm’s European motorsport arm.

Carbon future for Prancing Horse

Cars are getting greener...

Cars are getting greener, claim industry chiefs. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) says more efficient engines have cut CO2 output by five million tonnes in the past 10 years. Average new car emissions have fallen 12 per cent to 167.2 g/km since 1997. “This is despite the fact there are 16.5 per cent more vehicles on the road,” said the SMMT’s Christopher Macgowan.

Citroen is continuing...

Citroen is continuing its push as a seller of fuel-efficient, green cars. The firm is offering to pay the road fund licence on all of its 22 models in the sub-120g/km tax bracket sold during July.

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Colin McRae is returning...

Colin McRae is returning to action on home soil. The former World Rally Champion will make a special guest appearance in the Porsche Carrera Cup GB at Knockhill in Fife over the weekend of 2-3 September.

Could this be the craziest...

Could this be the craziest car in the world? We already knew that Ariel had a V8-powered version of the Atom in the pipeline, and now the Somerset-based firm has revealed details about the wild eight-cylinder engine that will take the performance of the skeletal sports car to a whole new level.

Designers at top technology...

Designers at top technology company Siemens VDO have invented photo-quality 3D pictures for its route-guiding displays, showing fantastic details including the undulations of the road and "solid" buildings.

Developed in conjunction...

Developed in conjunction with off-road expert Mitsubishi - its version will be the next-generation Outlander - the cars are designed to tap into the boom in urban crossover vehicles.

Development of MercedesтЂ™...

Development of MercedesтЂ™ new supercar is flying along! This prototype wears heavy camouflage, but thereтЂ™s no disguising the gullwing doors тЂ“ theyтЂ™re inspired by MercтЂ™s 300SL from the Fifties, and revealed for the first time in this leaked picture.

Devon could soon be...

Devon could soon be a word more synonymous with tyre-smoke and torque rather than clotted cream and cows. The Devon GTX, AmericaтЂ™s latest supercar, has been snapped in testing by our spies.

Electric car owners...

Electric car owners will soon be able to power up their vehicles without ever plugging them in.

Emergency service vehicles...

Emergency service vehicles aren’t just rescuing motorists from road accidents, they’re involved in large numbers of them – and the traffic cops top the crash league!

Engineers left this...

Engineers left this early production version of the Corsa unattended during winter testing, allowing the mag"s spy photographers to peek inside. Despite taping over the logo on the steering wheel, it"s clearly the new baby - and owners of the current generation will recognise the stereo controls.

Even in basic trim...

Even in basic trim, the latest French supermini retains its sleek style. Meanwhile, the cabin will merge the practical attributes of the Modus supermini-MPV with the Mнѓ©gane hatch"s higher-quality materials.

EverythingтЂ™s all white...

EverythingтЂ™s all white for Vauxhall! Gracing its

Exclusive Ferrari nets huge price

Fire engines carrying...

Fire engines carrying cameras could be used to catch errant motorists, under a proposed partnership between South Yorkчshire Police and the local brigade.

Forget 4x4тЂ™s тЂ“ AudiтЂ™s...

Forget 4x4тЂ™s тЂ“ AudiтЂ™s latest estate does two jobs for the price of one!

French firm Citroen...

French firm Citroen has released pictures of its all-new Berlingo Multispace. The practical family runarond has been given a fresh look and revised mechnicals. Company bosses are claiming the newcomer adds saloon car levels of refinement to the existing car"s van-like versatility,

General Motors’...

General Motors’ plans to challenge Land Rover’s new Freelander with Vauxhall’s Antara and Chevrolet’s Captiva SUVs have hit a wall.

German firm Volkswagen...

German firm Volkswagen has announced prices for the all-new Polo тЂ“ and the supermini star will kick off at only ТЈ10,035 for the base 1.2-litre S petrol.

Given the success of...

Given the success of the current model, which is now six years old, the designers have been wary of making too many serious styling changes. The result is a more elegant, stretched version of the TT"s shape, which takes inspiration from the 2003 Nuvolari concept and features the company"s familiar chrome grille.

Go-ahead car firm Kia...

Go-ahead car firm Kia has revealed two new faces this week! First comes an updated version of the best-selling CeeтЂ™d hatch тЂ“ and itтЂ™s being hotly pursued by an all-new Sorento SUV.

Going green has been...

Going green has been the theme of this year’s Detroit Motor Show, and Chrysler is going all out to reduce emissions with three environmentally conscious concept cars.

Gordon Miller has been...

Gordon Miller has been issued with a five-year Anti-Social Behaviour Order (ASBO) for "intimidating and harassing" drivers. It"s the first time an ASBO has been used on a cowboy clamper - they are usually given to nuisance neighbours or gangs of youths who cause trouble in an area.

Government fat cats...

Government fat cats spend ВЈ7.16million a year on chauffeur-driven ministerial cars. And each one costs an average ВЈ73,000 to run рЂ“ thatрЂ™s 15 times more than the average motoristрЂ™s bill!

He celebrated his 27th...

He celebrated his 27th birthday in style – by winning the inaugural Honda 200 at Mid-Ohio on SundayIt was the in-form New Zealandчer’s third consecutive victory, but Franchitti, once again, limited the damage to a 10-point loss by finishing second. That means the Scot still holds a 24-point lead over Dixon with five races remaining.

Here’s a golden...

Here’s a golden opportunity for the Government to raise even more money from beleaguered motorists. A leaked Treasury paper – which has been circulating in Westminster – has revealed that Chancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling is looking to introduce an extra ‘purchase tax’ on models with high CO2 emissions.

Here"s another French...

Here"s another French flier which is coming soon тЂ“ PeugeotтЂ™s 308 RC Z is getting closer to showrooms, too!

Here"s a shocking revelation...

Here"s a shocking revelation тЂ“ it"s an electric hybrid version of the Porsche 911!

Here"s a sports car...

Here"s a sports car thatтЂ™s on a real charge! Among the electric models at the British Motor Show, the Lightning GT was the undoubted star.

Here"s what the future...

Here"s what the future holds for SEAT. These are the first official pictures of the revised Leon hatchback, ahead of its world debut at Geneva, as well as the updated Altea and Altea XL MPV.

HereтЂ™s PeugeotтЂ™s...

HereтЂ™s PeugeotтЂ™s тЂPrologueтЂ¦тЂ™ to the 3008 SUV!

Honda has lifted the...

Honda has lifted the lid on its next S2000 roadster тЂ“ and it will have you going green! The Honda OSM (Open Study Model) shown in this official sketch will be unveiled at next weekтЂ™s British Motor Show as an eco-friendly concept car. But the sleek drop-top also gives us a tantalising early look at the forthcoming S2000.

However, while the Land...

However, while the Land Rover looks familiar, the newcomer bears little re-semblance to the rest of the VW family. In fact, with huge cut-away wheel- arches and massive alloys, exposed suspension, bulging wings and a rear-mounted spare wheel, it looks more like a Paris-Dakar racer than a normal 4x4.

If Buck Rogers needed...

If Buck Rogers needed a second-hand car, this is what he’d buy! The Subaru SVX looks like it’s come from another planet – but you can pick one up for a very earthly ?2,000.

if there’s one...

if there’s one car cleaning gadget that’s really worth investing in, it’s a pressure washer. The ability to blast away grime and rinse off suds with ease makes a real difference, and helps cut down the time you’ll spend valeting.

If you have ever carried...

If you have ever carried out DIY maintenance on your car, then you will know how easy it is to spill oil, engine coolant or even antifreeze on your driveway or garage floor. The problem is that if you leave it, the stain will quickly become a permanent eyesore on brick or concrete surfaces.

If you have made the...

If you have made the switch to two wheels, youтЂ™ll know how difficult it is to navigate when riding your scooter or bike.

If your car’s...

If your car’s cigar lighter socket can’t cope with charging all your portable electronic gear – whether it be MP3 digital music players, mobile phones or sat-navs – then this is the perfect device for you. It’s the CarPlan Power Plus 12v Multi Socket, and unlike most rival set-ups, it can be fixed to the dashboard thanks to an adhesive mounting plate on the rear.

If you thought the last...

If you thought the last Williams formula one to hit the headlines looked good, wait till you catch a glimpse of the new Williams FW31. The British firm has pulled out all the stops to make this the most advanced formula one car they have ever built.

Industry analysts say...

Industry analysts say franchised garages are making significant improvements to their used vehicle operations to combat the threat posed by low-cost car supermarkets.

In issue 884, we showed...

In issue 884, we showed the new car from the side - but these pictures, taken at the model"s unveiling event in Korea, reveal the undisguised front and rear for the first time.

In its "Motors or Modems"...

In its "Motors or Modems" paper, the RAC Foundation suggests that working hours need to be shifted so that everyone is not trying to get to and from work at the same time. As an example it says that working mums spend 3 solid weeks behind the wheel each year on commutes which they could spend with their families with more flexible working.

Is this the new knight...

Is this the new knight of the road? Not quite. Ford says it has given this limited-edition Focus ST Black a makeover inspired by K.I.T.T., the four-wheeled star of Eighties US TV show Knight Rider.

italian giant Piaggio...

italian giant Piaggio claims its XEvo is a business class scooter – and after a week with both the 125cc and 400cc models, we have to agree, as they offer more than your average twist-and-go two-wheeler.

It can check the authenticity...

It can check the authenticity of genuine components by reading microscopic patterns etched on to them.

It hasnтЂ™t even hit...

It hasnтЂ™t even hit UK roads yet, but Ford is already chasing the warm hatch pack with the Fiesta Zetec S.

It helps you to pick...

It helps you to pick the greenest model possible, saving you money at the fuel pumps and in tax

It looks as if Nissan...

It looks as if Nissan has gone down to the wire with its latest car.

It means a sky view...

It means a sky view and plenty of interior light, even in the winter. But should the sun shine, the roof will disappear under the rear deck in only 22 seconds. The Karmann-designed C-VIEW system is standard on all models.

It"s game set and тЂhatchтЂ™...

It"s game set and тЂhatchтЂ™ for Auto ExpressтЂ™s spy photographers. They snapped these world exclusive images of the new Audi A7 as it was prepared for a first road test in Germany. Our pictures reveal the carтЂ™s sculpted headlamps, as well as the practical tailgate, which is open.

Its job is to count...

Its job is to count the number of people inside cars using high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes. And it paves the way for a fresh road charging scheme, where drivers may have to pay for empty seats in their cabin.

It"s not the first time...

It"s not the first time the firm has offered a Fiesta Zetec S, but there has never been a diesel version before. The car goes on sale in the UK in Dec-ember and will be powered by a new 89bhp 1.6-litre four-cylinder oil-burner. It will be joined by a 99bhp 1.6 petrol variant, and both models will get an ST- style bodykit including 16-inch alloys.

It"s official тЂ“ SaabтЂ™s...

It"s official тЂ“ SaabтЂ™s new 9-5 is here! These pictures show the replacement for the Swedish firmтЂ™s long-standing executive saloon in all its glory тЂ“ and itтЂ™s a lot more handsome than the car it replaces. While itтЂ™s still clearly a 9-5, SaabтЂ™s designers have cleaned up the lines to give it a much tidier look than the outgoing model.

ItтЂ™s been a long time...

ItтЂ™s been a long time in the making, but finally ArashтЂ™s AF-10 has arrived. First unveiled at the British Motor Show back in 2006, the original prototype has had to overcome its share of problems as well as numerous revisions to get where it is today but that is all in the past now.

ItтЂ™s the Audi thatтЂ™s...

ItтЂ™s the Audi thatтЂ™s aiming to add a dash of style and practicality to the firmтЂ™s fight with BMWтЂ™s 3-SeriesтЂ¦. Say hello to the all-new A5 Sportback.

It wears a Ferrari badge...

It wears a Ferrari badge, but unlike the Italian brand’s cars, this sat-nav won’t get you to your destination any quicker! Don’t let that put you off, though – with the famous name strapped across the top, the Becker system oozes cool.

Jackson leads way in BTCC test

Jaguar and Land Rover...

Jaguar and Land Rover both face significant challenges in the years to come

Japanese giant Toyota...

Japanese giant Toyota is aiming to bring head and neck protection to the masses, after revealing that it will fit an advanced active headrest to all its new cars from now on.

Korean firm Kia brought...

Korean firm Kia brought a little Soul to the Geneva show by unveiling three differently trimmed concepts.

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LEARNER drivers will...

LEARNER drivers will soon get a grilling on essential motoring rules, as the PC-based theory test is being extended – from 35 questions to 60 in April, and to 100 next spring. Green issues, new motorway signs and uninsured driving will be tackled.

Legendary F1 and road-car...

Legendary F1 and road-car designer Gordon Murray is working on a successor to the spectacular McLaren F1. Murray who now heads up his own company, Gordon Murray Design, is currently working on the revolutionary T.25 city car, but an unnamed source at the firm has confirmed that there"s other projects in the pipeline.

Luxury brand Bentley...

Luxury brand Bentley is simply flying at the moment. Not only has it recently unveiled its new Brooklands flagship (New Cars, Issue 999), but the hot Continental GT Speed is making waves, too. The only downside is that even the entry-level Flying Spur costs a huge чЈ117,500.

Making three world debuts...

Making three world debuts at this yearтЂ™s Paris Motorshow looks like a clever move by Toyota.

Mazda"s engineers have...

Mazda"s engineers have borrowed the design from the RX-8 coupнѓ© to provide easy access to the rear of the new SUV, while practicality will be boosted further by the use of fold-flat rear seats.

Microfibre is shaking...

Microfibre is shaking up the car care market, with the hi-tech material’s ability to shift grime and absorb water putting traditional cloths to shame. We only tested wash mitts and cloths in Issue 936, but we wanted to try out the newest product to go on sale, the Mibatowel.

Mike Rutherford touched...

Mike Rutherford touched on a nerve when he mentioned that MINI"s bubble had burst last week. Sample of comments below:

Modesty obviously isn’t...

Modesty obviously isn’t the best policy at SsangYong – the Korean firm has boldly named its latest model the World Zenith!

Nissan rivals will be...

Nissan rivals will be green with envy following details that the Japanese manufacturer plan to include ECO Pedal technology in future cars. And the world-first technology has been designed to help drivers to be more fuel efficient.

One of the biggest motorsport...

One of the biggest motorsport events on the calendar takes place this weekend, and it promises to be one of the best in years. The Le Mans 24 Hours will see Audi and Peugeot fighting it out for top honours.

Porsche has another...

Porsche has another accolade – it’s now the most prestigious premium brand in America, a key market for the German car maker. The marque scooped the New York Luxury Institute honour in a survey which quizzed more than 1,500 high earners.

Premium Nissan tuning...

Premium Nissan tuning arm Infiniti has lifted the lid on its G37. This is the first exclusive image released by the Japanese brand and the luxury sports car looks to have lost none of the sensational styling premiered on its hard-top sibling.

Produced by the Instituto...

Produced by the Instituto Europeo di Design (IED), the roadster is intended to be a spiritual successor to the legendary X1/9 of the Seventies. It has been officially endorsed by Fiat and roof expert Webasto, and has already been dubbed the X1/99.

Rather than discreetly...

Rather than discreetly snapping the newcomer ahead of its launch, bosses decided official photography should take place somewhere spectacular. So this undisguised Cooper S Cabrio charged into the centre of London complete with a police escort as part of a photoshoot for a new sales brochure.

Schuey’s back in the driving seat

SEAT star Jason Plato...

SEAT star Jason Plato is vowing to put reigning champ and series leader Matt Neal under even greater pressure as the BTCC bursts back into action at Croft on Sunday.

Seen here officially...

Seen here officially for the first time, the Infiniti models are due to be unveiled at the New York Motor Show in April, and will go on sale in dealers here by the end of the year.

Seen in the mag demonstrating...

Seen in the mag demonstrating its cornering balance, the ST was spied at the Nнѓбјrburgring in Germany. The yellow lines painted on its huge alloys help engineers accurately measure the speed, while the low side skirts and sports exhaust spice up the Focus"s conservative looks.

Stanford University...

Stanford University unveiled its entrant for the 2007 Urban Challenge, sponsored by the Defense Advanced research Projects Agency (DARPA) on Friday in the form of Junior.

Strike up the band тЂ“...

Strike up the band тЂ“ the new Jazz is here!

Swedish firm Saab is...

Swedish firm Saab is heading off the beaten track. These are the first pictures of the exciting new 9-4X compact SUV. The top secret new model was due to be unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show, but a number of European websites have leaked images early.

Take a look at the 1,000mph...

Take a look at the 1,000mph car. Twelve years on from their last record breaking run, Andy Green OBE and Richard Noble OBE are at it again. Auto Express was there back in 1997 supporting the pair, when they famously piloted the Thrust supersonic car (SCC) through the sound barrier onto a world-record speed of 763.053mph. And this time theyтЂ™re looking to go three steps further.

Taking your sat-nav...

Taking your sat-nav with you at the end of your journey is usually a security necessity rather than a matter of choice. But HP reckons its new model is different. It says the iPAQ 314 Travel Companion works as well in your hand as it does in your car.

Thanks to the exclusive...

Thanks to the exclusive spy shots in this week"s mag, Auto Express can reveal how the newcomer will look. With its handsome lines, it should be one of the German manufacturer"s most popular models when it goes on sale in 2007.

The AA Motoring Trust...

The AA Motoring Trust and RAC Foundation hit out after it was revealed the Department for Transport and its agencies spent a staggering н‚бЈ5million hiring extra lawyers to deal with an increase in claims last year. "I"d like to have seen the money going on a new bypass instead of legal costs for public inquiries and land disputes," said Paul Watters of the AA Motoring Trust. And Edmund King from the RAC added: "If planning procedures were streamlined, we"d get a better transport network in place faster and for less expense."

The best things in life...

The best things in life are free! Sat-nav manufacturer TomTom has revolutionised the points of interest (POIs) available via its units by teaming up with online maps service Google Maps – and the new data won’t cost drivers a penny.

The British outfit has...

The British outfit has secured the final two places on next year’s F1 grid, and if all goes to plan, it will become the official McLaren-Mercedes B-team. As with Hamilton before him, Paffett is currently a test driver for McLaren – a role that puts him in a great position to secure a plum seat with the promising Prodrive set-up, should the proposed deal come to fruition.

The Colt is the first...

The Colt is the first vehicle to come from the Mitsubishi/DaimlerChrysler alliance. Both the Colt and Smart will be built at the NedCar plant in Holland, but it"s clear the Japanese firm"s designers have taken a very different approach to shaping the ideal supermini. For European markets, the Colt has a redesigned front end, which gives the sharp-edged, upright car a purposeful look.

The company"s CLS monster...

The company"s CLS monster sports saloon has clearly inspired the C-Class"s designers. Despite their best efforts at disguising the car, a pronounced crease clearly arches along the side from behind the front wheel, borrowing heavily from the racy-looking luxury model.

The crooks respond to...

The crooks respond to classified ads in the specialist press, and pay for vehicles with high-quality forged bankers" draft cheques. By the time the forgery is spotted - usually days later - the seller has handed over the keys and paperwork. The car is either exported or quickly sold on again.

The exciting spyshots...

The exciting spyshots are of a new large Hyundai SUV, which aims to build on the success of the firm"s recently launched off-roader.

The fastest Ford Focus...

The fastest Ford Focus is ready to earn its stripes – and Auto Express has the first official pictures of the scorching new ST.

The firm’s number...

The firm’s number two entry shared by reigning Le Mans champions Frank Biela, Emanuele Pirro and Marco Werner won this year’s 12 Hours of Sebring race in Florida.

The firm"s next Prius...

The firm"s next Prius will be so efficient it will be the first production car capable of returning more than 110mpg. The newcomer is being developed to try to improve European sales. While the car has been a success in the US, it has met a mixed reaction on this side of the Atlantic, due to the popularity of diesel models.

The increased ferocity...

The increased ferocity and frequency of winter storms in the Western Isles can cutч them off for days. Now councillors and business leaders have started to devise a multi-billion-pound undersea link betчween Stornoway, on the island of Lewis, and Ullapool in Wester Ross.

The mag"s images show...

The mag"s images show a development mule with the current car"s bodyshell, but the track is wider and the wheelarches are flared out to accommodate a different platform. Being developed in conjunction with Volvo, the floorpan will also spawn a "baby" Swedish SUV, rumoured to be the XC50. Both will be based on a modified Ford Focus platform with full-time four-wheel drive.

The main styling changes...

The main styling changes centre on the nose, with a pair of redesigned headlights accentuating the lines of the bonnet. These run into a fresh, slimmer bumper with a revamped and simplified grille section.

The Materia will be...

The Materia will be based on the Japanese firm"s D Compact Wagon, which was a concept at this year"s Geneva Motor Show. A spokesman for the company told us: "It"s quirky looking and will certainly polarise opinion. We see it as quite a niche model."

The N95 is the first...

The N95 is the first product from the firm to enter the booming sat-nav market, and it has more than 100 countries loaded on to its memory.

The newcomer will be...

The newcomer will be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show - but not the expo opening later this month, the one in 2006! Set to appear on forecourts soon after, the sportster will be the first model to be based on the next Laguna platform. And as its chassis will be adaptable for both front and rear-wheel drive, the stunning Renault should also deliver dynamic excellence.

The new face of the...

The new face of the Mercedes B-Class range has been unveiled – and the compact MPV is now more focused on comfort, fuel economy and the environment.

The obvious choice would...

The obvious choice would be the 5.0-litre V10 TDI made by parent firm VW and used in the Touareg off-roader. With 715Nm of torque - more pulling power than any engine previously fitted to a Bentley - it would seem ideal.

The popularity of in-car...

The popularity of in-car and portable satellite navigation systems has forced the map maker to change its thinking, and its new SatNav Atlas Great Britain is designed as a companion for the set-ups.

There may be a new MINI...

There may be a new MINI Clubman on the block, but to fans of the original, this car will always be fondly remembered. And if you’re looking for a real used car legend, then the 1275GT should be on your list. As any enthusiast will know, it was one of the best pocket rockets of its time.

The revisions aim to...

The revisions aim to appeal to keen drivers, but you"ll be hard-pressed to spot them from the outside.

There was no hesitation...

There was no hesitation in FordтЂ™s plans to reveal its first stop-start system at the Detroit Motor Show.

These are the first...

These are the first official shots of the new 207 CC. And comчpany bosses hope it will go straight to the top of the coupé-cabriolet class.

These are the first...

These are the first official pictures of the car, bringing 1,660 litres of cargo-carrying practicality to the range. That"s 10 litres more than the BMW 5-Series Touring, but still some way behind Mercedes" E-Class Estate, which has 1,950.

These exclusive pictures...

These exclusive pictures show the R36, a machine which is expected to boast a 280bhp 3.6-litre V6 engine teamed with the company"s 4Motion all-wheel-drive set-up.

The tiny proportions...

The tiny proportions make it great in urban areas, although poor refinement and a small cabin rule the Jimny out for long-distance or family drivers

The turbocharged Meriva...

The turbocharged Meriva VXR is pictured in this week"s magazine being put through its paces at Germany"s Nнѓбјrburgring circuit. It"ll go on sale in the UK in 2006.

The UK"s biggest and...

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The Wisebuyer"s Price...

The Wisebuyer"s Price Guide analysed cars that were under чЈ25,000 in 2003, and compared their then-new price with their used trade price now. The ratings were split into the amount of cash value that the cars lost, and also the percentage drop in value they have suffered.

The wraps are off VauxhallтЂ™s...

The wraps are off VauxhallтЂ™s new Insignia estate, which will debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. Called the Sports Tourer, it will go on sale in the UK in Spring 2009 rivalling Ford"s Mondeo Estate and Honda"s Accord Tourer.

This is the car Cadillac...

This is the car Cadillac reckons is a match for the BMW M5. Unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show, the 550bhp CTS-V aims to combine serious performance with plenty of luxury.

This is what we call...

This is what we call a recruitment drive! The US Air Force has teamed up with Galpin Auto Sports, famous for their involvement in the hit MTV series "Pimp my Ride", to create two heavily modofied muscle cars in a bid to attract more youngsters into its ranks.

This supercar is effectively...

This supercar is effectively a new set of body panels stretched over the ZR1. And just like the production version of the top-of-the-range Corvette, the pumped-up styling displays the most important feature – its 6.1-litre supercharged V8 – through a creased glass panel in the bonnet.

Three new family cars...

Three new family cars have been given a glowing report by independчent crash test body Euro NCAP. It’s just awarded five-star ratings to the Mercedes C-Class, Renault Laguna and Volvo V70. The top marks were handed out for good adult occupant protection – where each model scored 36 points.ч

Toyota has pulled the...

Toyota has pulled the covers from its all new Formula One car, set to take to the track this year.

Unveiled at this week"s...

Unveiled at this week"s Geneva Motor Show, the car uses the 1.8-litre turbo engine from the standard 225bhp TT, yet the ECU has been modified to up the output to 240bhp. The new arrival offers 320Nm of torque, and with a 75kg reduction in weight, it covers 0-60mph in only 5.9 seconds, and has a 155mph top speed.

VW bosses had said the...

VW bosses had said the range was complete with the standard hatch, the new Plus and Touran MPV. However, during the Golf Plus launch, a Wolfsburg employee revealed to Auto Express that a MkV estate would appear in 2006.

Want to see a host of...

Want to see a host of new car debuts this summer? Well, head to the Goodwood Festival of Speed rather than the British Motor Show! Organisers say they’ve pulled out all the stops to make the West Sussex event as much a showcase of new metal as it is a motor-sport gathering. So, it could upstage the exhibition at ExCeL in London’s Dock-lands just over a week later.

Wearing the bold scorpion...

Wearing the bold scorpion badge of the famous tuning arm, the models are set to debut alongside the new baby next year. And as you"ll see from our sensational pictures, which are based on insider information, they"ll certainly cause some excitement.

When the car hits dealers...

When the car hits dealers next month, buyers will be able to specify a variety of add-ons, including the Sport Plus bodykit (see image). It includes a lower front spoiler with a distinctive orange nose - as on the original SAV concept.

With its roof-mounted...

With its roof-mounted spare wheel, side-box toolkits and sliding load bay, the MINI, called Concept Geneva, has been designed to act as a support vehicle for the Monte Carlo Rally. To commemorate the original Mini Cooper"s victory on the event in 1964, it"s painted red and white, with rally logos on the bonnet and side-boxes.

Working in your engine...

Working in your engine bay can be a frustrating experience as you squint into the darkness. So, this new range of LED-equipped wrenches from Sealey promises to make life that little bit easier.

YouтЂ™ve got the car...

YouтЂ™ve got the car, now get the phone to go with it! Land Rover has launched a new, hardcore mobile phone to compliment the Land Rover Defender.