Kia offers Apple Carplay and Android Auto retrofit for free Software update will be available later this month. By Michael Gauthier Technology - Jul 19 2016 -
Jaguar XK successor axed Jaguar has reportedly decided against offering a replacement for the XK By Michael Gauthier Rumors - Mar 29 2016 -
VRS Agito supercar concept teased for Beijing California-based VRS Electric Cars has announced plans to introduce its new Agito concept at the Beijing Motor Show on April 26th. Named after the Latin word for "I move," the Agito is being billed as an advanced supercar that promises to "revolutionize automotive aerodynamics." The company was vague on details but confirmed the concept is a near production vehicle with an electric powertrain. That's not much to go on but the teaser image suggests the car will have a rounded front fascia with LED headlights. The model also appears to have a relatively low roof, a compact cabin, and a distinctive rear end. By Michael Gauthier Teasers - Mar 7 2016 -
Rimac Concept_S unveiled with 1384 hp Rimac has introduced the new Concept_S. Billed as the "evil twin" of the Concept_One, the Concept_S is a high-performance model which has been equipped with an aerodynamic body kit that includes a front splitter, extended side skirts, an aggressive diffuser, and a larger rear wing. Thanks to these modifications, the Concept_S generates 34% more downforce than the Concept_One. By Michael Gauthier Concept Cars - Mar 2 2016 -
McLaren 570GT is the company's most luxurious model to date The McLaren Sport Series lineup continues to grow as the company has introduced the new 570GT at the Geneva Motor Show. Described as the company's "most luxurious and refined" model to date, the 570GT follows in the footsteps of the 570S Coupe but adopts a side-opening rear glass hatch that provides access to a leather-lined "Touring Deck" with 7.7 cubic feet of storage. The model has also been equipped with a panoramic glass roof, a larger rear spoiler, and bespoke Pirelli P Zero tires that are designed to deliver a more refined ride. By Michael Gauthier Official - Mar 2 2016 -
Production Rimac Concept_One unveiled with 1072 hp [video] Rimac has announced plans to unveil the production version of the Concept_One at the Geneva Motor Show. Looking virtually identical to the concept that debuted at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, the production model has a slender grille, a bulging hood, and a rakish windscreen. The car also features a carbon fiber rear diffuser, distinctive taillights, and 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels with Pirelli P Zero tires. By Michael Gauthier Green - Feb 22 2016 -
Chevy Essentia & Beat Activ concepts unveiled in India Starting in alphabetical order, the Beat Activ concept is a soft-roader that has been designed to stand out from the crowd. Chevrolet declined to go into specifics but the model features a bright green exterior with plastic body cladding, aluminum accents, and LED lighting units. The hatchback has also been equipped with a rugged front bumper, roof rails, and five-spoke alloy wheels. By Michael Gauthier Concept Cars - Feb 4 2016 -
2016 Holden Captiva revealed, will replace the Captiva 5 & Captiva 7 Holden has introduced the facelifted Captiva in Australia. By Michael Gauthier Facelift - Dec 1 2015 -
Infiniti Q50 Sound Studio by Bose special edition announced Bose and Infiniti have teamed up to create a special edition Q50. By Michael Gauthier Special Editions - Sep 11 2015 -
Oettinger VW Golf R500 unveiled with 518 PS, massive price tag Oettinger has unveiled their new Volkswagen Golf R500 at Wörthersee. By Michael Gauthier Aftermarket / Tuning - May 14 2015 -
Mercedes-AMG Sprinter 63 S unveiled with 503 bhp Mercedes-AMG has taken the wraps off the new Sprinter 63 S. By Michael Gauthier Official - Mar 31 2015 -
2016 Cadillac CTS-V arrives in Detroit with 640 bhp Cadillac has officially unveiled the 2016 CTS-V at the North American International Auto Show. It features a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine that develops 640 bhp (477 kW) and 630 lb-ft (855 Nm) of torque. By Michael Gauthier Official - Jan 13 2015 -
2015 Toyota Mark X GRMN unveiled Previewed by the GRMN Mark X concept, the production model is based on the Mark X 350S and features a 3.5-liter V6 engine that develops 321 PS (236 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. By Michael Gauthier Official - Dec 23 2014 -
BMW M235i Track Edition unveiled BMW has quietly introduced the new M235i Track Edition in the Netherlands. By Michael Gauthier Special Editions - Jul 18 2014 -
2015 Cadillac ATS sedan to get a minor facelift Cadillac has announced the 2015 ATS sedan will be given a minor facelift to better match the ATS Coupe. By Michael Gauthier Facelift - Jun 3 2014 -
BMW to unveil a paramedic version of the M235i Coupe at RETTmobil 2014 BMW has unveiled their lineup of emergency vehicles for RETTmobil 2014. The company will showcase everything from a R 1200 RT motorcycle to a paramedic version of the M235i Coupe. By Michael Gauthier Official - Apr 30 2014 -
Nissan introduces the Note DIG-S & Note Dynamic Styling Pack [video] Nissan has launched the Note DIG-S in Europe. It features a supercharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder petrol engine with 98 HP (72 kW) and 147 Nm (108 lb-ft) of torque By Michael Gauthier Official - Feb 25 2014 -
Hyundai Grandeur Hybrid introduced, features a combined output of 204 HP Hyundai has quietly introduced the Grandeur Hybrid in South Korea. It features a 47 HP (35 kW) electric motor and a 2.4-liter MPI engine that develops 159 HP (116 kW). By Michael Gauthier Green - Dec 17 2013 -
Mercedes ends partnership with Volkswagen, hints at next-gen Sprinter Mercedes has officially announced plans to end their van partnership with Volkswagen. By Michael Gauthier Official - Sep 6 2013 -
Nissan GT-R Gentleman Edition introduced in France Nissan has quietly announced plans to offer a GT-R Gentleman Edition in France. It features a bespoke interior with amber red leather upholstery and an individually-numbered titanium plaque. By Michael Gauthier Special Editions - May 20 2013 -
Kia Sedona returns from the dead with minor updates We can't say we saddened when Kia dropped the Sedona in the United States, but strangely the company has brought the model back from the dead after a one year hiatus. By Michael Gauthier Pricing - May 3 2013 -
2013 Mercedes GL63 AMG introduced in Los Angeles, U.S. pricing announced Mercedes has staged the North American debut of the GL63 AMG at the Los Angeles Auto Show. By Michael Gauthier Pricing - Nov 29 2012 -
BMW UKL platform to underpin up to 12 models - report BMW's UKL platform has critics dreading an onslaught of front-wheel drive models, but the company insists it won't be all that bad. By Michael Gauthier Official - Nov 21 2012 -
2013 Renault Symbol revealed - rebadged Dacia Logan for Turkey [video] Renault has announced plans to introduce the redesigned Symbol at the Istanbul Motor Show. It's essentially a rebadged Dacia Logan. By Michael Gauthier Official - Nov 1 2012 -