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Sep 12, 2013 03:00 pm | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2014 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible (Euro spec), 2013 Frankfurt Auto ShowBugatti is working on a new supercar to replace its Veyron, which will end production in about two years, but today we learned that the new car may not set any new land speed records. To make matters worse, Bugatti has also confirmed it won’t build a high-performance sedan based on its Galibier concept. The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible...

Sep 12, 2013 02:02 pm | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2015 Land Rover Range Rover Hybrid, 2013 Frankfurt Auto ShowLand Rover unveiled new diesel-electric hybrid versions of its latest Range Rover and Range Rover Sport SUVs at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show this week. Unfortunately, neither of these models will be offered in the U.S., though they do provide clues as to what American buyers can expect for planned gasoline-electric hybrid and plug-in hybrid models...

Sep 12, 2013 01:09 pm | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Ted KlausAcura’s latest concept previewing its new NSX sports car made its European debut this week at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, and on hand to present the concept and talk about the production version was the car’s chief engineer Ted Klaus. He’s featured in the video above, answering a number of questions submitted by fans on...

Sep 12, 2013 12:06 pm | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Renault Initiale Paris concept, 2013 Frankfurt Auto ShowAbout a year ago we told you Renault was considering launching a luxury sub-brand to help it improve the profitability of its models and tap into the strong demand for premium autos in major markets, particularly China. At the Frankfurt Auto Show this week, we got our first taste of Renault’s new luxury sub-brand in the form of the Initiale...

Sep 12, 2013 11:00 am | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2014 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible (Euro spec), 2013 Frankfurt Auto ShowChevrolet’s updated fifth-gen Camaro, which is being introduced for the 2014 model year, has already debuted in coupe form and has spawned a new Z/28 flagship. Now the car’s convertible variant has made its debut, with the covers coming off at this week’s Frankfurt Auto Show. This is the European version of the car, which comes...

Sep 12, 2013 10:00 am | Jeff Glucker
The Incident Lincoln FilmIt seems automakers are returning to the idea started years ago by BMW. Back in 2001 and 2002, BMW released a series of films called The Hire. Each showcased a different BMW product, while the second season focused entirely on the Z3. It was a tremendous run of videos, with each being directed by serious top tier talent. Recently, Lexus turned to...

Sep 12, 2013 08:36 am | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2015 Audi A8 / S8  -  2013 Frankfurt Motor ShowAudi used this week’s 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show to present an updated version of its A8 flagship sedan, as well as the S8 performance variant. The updated range goes on sale next spring as 2015 models and should keep sales brimming until a successor arrives around 2016. The changes to the cars are minimal and for the U.S. market the engine...

Sep 12, 2013 07:30 am | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Caterham Seven 165, 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show British track car specialist and Formula One team Caterham is about to expand into the potentially lucrative world of performance road cars and is even eying the launch of a supercar, but the company certainly hasn’t forgotten its roots. Caterham is launching an affordable, entry-level version of the iconic Colin Chapman-designed Lotus Seven...

Sep 12, 2013 05:22 am | Jeff Glucker
BMW X5 Security PlusArmored vehicles are a necessary form of transportation in certain parts of the world. The occupants need to be protected, so they turn to vehicles that offer up a sense of comfort. These vehicles don't have to be large, military-based monstrosities either. In fact, the modern armored vehicle looks very normal from the outside. It's only when you...

Sep 11, 2013 06:42 pm | Jeff Glucker
Mazda Furai burned - Image via Top GearMazda trotted out the Furai concept at the Detroit Auto Show back in 2007. It wowed crowds, and promised that the future Nagare design language had Mazda machines moving in a delightfully stylish direction. The Furai wasn't just a pretty concept, however, as it boasted at 450-horsepower three-rotor setup and helped back up the claim that Mazda had...

Sep 11, 2013 05:47 pm | Jeff Glucker
Mansory's Aventador Carbonado  -  2013 Frankfurt Motor ShowMansory is not known for producing anything close to being subtle. Its vehicle designs are typically way over-the-top affairs that lead to polarizing opinions. That's what makes the Carbonado such a surprise. It's a Lamborghini Aventador that's been given a Mansory makeover... and it's rather well done. If you want to be outrageous, the Aventador...

Sep 12, 2013 09:32 am | Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport VitesseBugatti is working on a successor for its Veyron supercar, which is due in about two years, only Bugatti isn’t calling it a successor since, according to the brand’s CEO, you cannot succeed the Veyron. That means Bugatti’s new supercar isn't likely to eclipse the Veyron Super Sport’s world record top speed of 267.856 mph...

Sep 11, 2013 05:09 pm | Jeff Glucker
Submersible Lotus Esprit from James Bond flick 'The Spy Who Loved Me'In the world of film, there are a handful of automobiles that have achieved an iconic almost cult-like status. Be it the Ghostbusters Ecto-1, the Audi S8 from Ronin, or even the Jeep from Jurassic Park, movie cars create movie car fans. Two of the most memorable machines from the last few decades of filmmaking recently went up for auction, and two...

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