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Wednesday, May 27
Frankfurt Rumormill: Electric R8 concept joining Audi R8 Spyder
CA by Damon Lavrinc on May 27th 2009 at 3:00PM Reports out of France and Germany indicate that in addition to the all-new A8 and A5 Sportback, Audi plans to reveal two versions of the R8 at the Frankfurt Motor Show this September. ...
Tuesday, May 26
REPORT: Mercedes delaying E-Class convertible, wagon
CA The E-Class convertible was due to be shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this year, but a report states we won't see the car unveiled until the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. In addition to the cash savings, it will also let Mercedes reveal the car ...
Wednesday, May 6
Maserati Spyder debut pegged for early 2010
That means its debut could come as early as the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, or else wait for the Geneva Motor Show in March. Expect the sticker price to come in below the Ferrari California, targeting the likes of the Aston Martin DB9 Volante, ...
Monday, Apr 27
2010 Audi RS5 - Click above for a high-res image gallery
CA - Damon Lavrinc, Damon Lavrinc 580 hp 5.2-liter V10 for duty in the RS5, although it's likely to be de-tuned for the coupe. If we were a betting blog, we'd wager the 2010 Audi RS5 is due to be revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. by Damon Lavrinc on Mar 9th, ...
Friday, Apr 24
Spy Shots: Audi's A5 Sportback surprises
We are anticipating the A5 Sportback to arrive in concept form at the Frankfurt Motor Show this September, with the production version debuting at the Geneva Motor Show a few months later, with sales beginning in late 2010. 2011 Audi A5 Sportback Spied, Centennial Concept Coming TheCarC...
Thursday, Apr 23
Spy Shots: Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS taking shape
CA - Damon Lavrinc The SLS is expected to debut at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show, complete with a 6.2-liter V8 putting out 563 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque, with a curb weight of 3571 pounds and a price tag north of $200k. Didn't think it would be so retro... I like it! ... Mercedes SLS AutoExpress
Tuesday, Apr 14
Rumormill: Mercedes-Benz SLS Roadster coming in 2011
According to the report, the gull-wing SLS will make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show this September and will go on sale in the spring of 2010. Like the 300SL inspiration, the SLS will be available in fixed-roof and drop-top guise, ...
Wednesday, Apr 1
Honda pulls out of Frankfurt Motor Show to save costs
Honda Pulls Out of Frankfurt Motor Show Automobile Magazine Honda cancels participation for the Frankfurt Motor Show, confirms ... iCars Singapore Honda Pulls Out of Frankfurt Show, Makes More Production, Salary Cuts MotorTrend Magazine
Tuesday, Mar 31
More details emerge about Hyundai's Veloster-like Tiburon replacement
packing a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and taking its design cues from the Veloster concept shown at the Seoul Motor Show in 2007. The Scion tC fighter is expected to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September and could find its way to US ...
Monday, Mar 30
Spy Shots: 2010 Opel Insignia OPC almost ready for Frankfurt
CA Although these newest spy shots show 19-inch wheels, when the production version debuts – likely at the Frankfurt Motor Show – expect 20-inch hoops, upgraded rubber and brakes to be fitted at all four corners, along with a revised suspension and a more ...
Friday, Mar 27
Spy Shots: Ferrari F450 mule spotted fresh off the truck
CA While Modena has yet to confirm when the car will make its debut, AE reckons it is due for the Frankfurt Motor Show this Fall. If the F450 follows company protocol, European sales will follow shortly thereafter, with US sales commencing sometime in ...
Monday, Mar 16
BMW and Fiat working on new small car platform, concept headed to ...
four wheels and a thin battery pack sandwiched under the passenger compartment is also likely. If there's any truth to these rumors, we could see a concept vehicle on the new platform wearing a Mini badge at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this year.
Friday, Mar 13
2002 in 2012: Next BMW 1-series taking retro cues, turbo'd four
CA by Damon Lavrinc on Mar 13th 2009 at 3:31PM When BMW trotted out the 1-series coupe at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2007, the jumbo-tron was awash in videos and stills of the 2002 as the automaker attempted to associate the new 128i and 135i with BMW's ...
Thursday, Feb 19
Geneva Embargo Leakage: Beans get spilled on Rolls-Royce 200EX concept
CA Meanwhile, the design of the 200EX concept is thought to be exactly what will appear on the production RR4 at the Frankfurt Motor Show this fall. Please keep your comments relevant to this blog entry. Email addresses are never displayed, ...
Friday, Jan 30
Rumormill: Porsche working on 580-hp GT2 RS
CA If the GT2 RS does come to fruition, expect it to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this year, with sales beginning the following spring. It's just the newest way to fly backwards through the Pearly Gates in a ball of fire. ;) wonder how much ...
Tuesday, Jan 20
Spy Shots: Is this the next Saab 9-5?
CA - Sources suggest the new 9-5 could be ready for debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this year in September, so stay tuned. Thanks to Dan for the tip!
Saturday, Jan 17
Spy Shots: Long-Wheelbase Peugeot 3008 on the move
CA - The LWB 3008 is expected to be officially unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show, and aside from the extra stretch between the axles, there's little ...
Sunday, Dec 28
BMW's 2009 unveiling schedule?
Filed under: Detroit Auto Show, Frankfurt Auto Show, Convertibles, Coupes, Sedans/Saloons, SUVs, Geneva Motor Show, Tokyo Motor Show, Crossovers/CUVs, BMW, MINI, Rolls-RoyceBMW Blog has trained its spyglass on what it says is a list of BMW rollouts for 2009, and it will begin next mo...
Thursday, Dec 25
BMW to offer 7 Series with xDrive AWD in late 2009
Filed under: Sedans/Saloons, BMW Gallery: 2009 BMW 7 Series Source: Automobilwoche and BMW Blog] originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Dec 2008 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Monday, Nov 3
In the Autoblog Garage: 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan S
CA - Nov 3, 2008 When the Tiguan was introduced in Europe at last years Frankfurt Motor Show, VW made a big deal of the fact that it was the only CUV in the world powered ...
Wednesday, Oct 1
Renault unveils Kangoo Be Bop convertible van
You might think the Renault Kangoo Be Bop is a concept vehicle what with its quirky looks and trick sliding roof. You can credit the quirky styling to it being a Renault, an automaker not known for producing bland production designs. As for the rear roof panel that slides forward to create a va...
Monday, Aug 11
New Hyundai Coupe (Tiburon) coming to Frankfurt in '09
Hyundai's replacement for the Tiburon (aka the "Coupe" outside the U.S.) will make its official debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show next September. As expected, the new Coupe will be inspired by the Velostar concept that debuted in Seoul last year and will be built atop the Hyundai i30/Kia For...
Friday, Jun 6
Return of Lancia Fulvia gets green light again
The 2003 Lancia Fulvia Coupe concept that tantalized showgoers at the Frankfurt Motor Show with its crisp lines that strongly evoked its namesake predecessor was presumed dead after Fiat canned the idea due to financial woes and want of a modern platform. It seems that plans for a new coup...
Saturday, May 24
Officially, Official: Renault unveils Laguna Coupe in Cannes
Filed under: Coupes, Renault Click on the Laguna coupe for a high res gallery Gallery: 2009 Renault Laguna Coupe Source: Renault] Continue reading Officially, Official: Renault unveils Laguna Coupe in Cannes Permalink | Email this | Comments
Sunday, Apr 6
First Drive: 2009 Audi A4 on the Autobahn and in Ibiza
The A4 is Audi's bread-and-butter, representing half of the brand's volume in the US market. So, when the premium brand from the Volkswagen group introduces a new version of its volume leader, it's a big deal. That's why Audi invited a contingent of American media over to Europe this week to...
Tuesday, Jan 29
Cadillac UK sets equal pricing for BLS sedan or wagon
At the Frankfurt Motor Show this past September, Cadillac unveiled the BLS estate, the company's first wagon. The Euro-only Caddy, which slots into the line-up below the CTS, is based on the Saab 9-3 and takes on its wagon bodystyle in addition to a sedan. Cadillac's British operation has r...
Tuesday, Jan 22
Geneva '08 Preview: Teaser images of Euro Honda Accord released
Filed under: Sedans/Saloons, Geneva Motor Show, Euro, Acura, Honda click above for more high-res teaser images of the Euro Honda Accord Source: Carscoop] Gallery: European Honda Accord - teaser images Gallery: Honda Accord Tourer Concept Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Monday, Sep 10
Frankfurt Motor Show: Lamborghini Reventon revealed! - Autoblog
The car that has assuredly generated the most heavy breathing this evening is the holy-crap-that-thing's-effing-badass Lamborghini Reventon (click for Engadget's perspective). Named for the bull that killed toreador Felix Guzman in 1943 ...
Thursday, Jul 26
Rumormill: Renault to show Twingo C+C at Frankfurt
Filed under: Frankfurt Auto Show, Convertibles, Euro, RenaultAutotriti, a Greek automotive website, is reporting that Renault has a surprise up its sleeve for the Frankfurt Motor Show. That surprise is said to be a Twingo Coupe + Cabriolet. Visual differences between the C+C and the Twi...
Wednesday, Jul 25
Frankfurt Preview: Kia unveiling production Pro_cee'd
Last September, Kia took the wraps off of the Pro_cee'd concept at the Paris Motor Show. The Pro_cee'd concept was yet another variant of the brand's popular cee'd model, this time as a three-door hatch. Come this September at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Kia will unveil the production versio...
Monday, Jul 23
Frankfurt Motor Show rumors: VW unveiling ultra-cheap ride
Due to its unique shape and low cost, the VW Beetle is perhaps the most recognizable vehicle ever to grace international roads. Since the original Bug faded away into history, the folks in Wolfsburg seem to have gotten away from budget wheels in favor of high-quality, but pricey, offering...
Wednesday, Jul 18
Kia Sports Coupe concept pegged for Frankfurt
The Frankfurt Motor Show is still a couple of months away, but the trickle of pre-show teasers and announcements has already begun. The latest release is from Kia, which will be presenting a new 2+2 sports coupe concept at the September show designed and constructed at its Frankfurt desig...
Monday, Jul 16
Officially Official: 2008 Porsche 911 GT2
Previously: Porsche GT2 brochure leaked with official specs, picsFirst official images of the 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 [Source: Porsche] Gallery: 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 Continue reading Officially Official: 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 Permalink | Email this | Comments
Thursday, Jul 5
Suzuki releases new Splash pics and details
Filed under: Frankfurt Auto Show, Economy, Minivans/MPVs, Euro, Hatchbacks, Suzuki Click image for photo gallery Source: Suzuki] Gallery: Suzuki Splash Continue reading Suzuki releases new Splash pics and details Permalink | Email this | Comments
Monday, Jul 2
GM bringing more 'Green' to Frankfurt, new Opel concept to bow
Filed under: Frankfurt Auto Show, Hybrids/Alternative, Green, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GM, Opel, VauxhallDuring this year's Frankfurt Motor Show in September, GM will be taking the wraps of its latest eco-minded concept, in the form of a new Opel-branded vehicle. The E-Flex-equipped c...
Saturday, Jun 30
Frankfurt Motor Show: Cadillac BLS wagon is coming
At the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Cadillac introduce a BLS station wagon that will be available for sale starting in November. The BLS will also add the turbocharged E85 flex-fuel Saab BioPower engine as a new option at the same time as the wagon. A new 1.9L two stage turbo-diesel four...
Tuesday, Jun 26
Lancer Sportback coming to Frankfurt
The next addition to the Lancer family will debut in "concept" form at the Frankfurt Motor Show and will specifically be geared towards European consumers. That doesn't mean those of us in the States will be left out, and we'd expect an Evo Sportback as well. Source: Mitsubishi]
Jaguar C-XF wins Production Preview concept award
Filed under: Concept Cars, Chevrolet, Jaguar, Holden Click the photo to see our high res gallery of the c-XF debut in Detroit Source: Ford] Gallery: Jaguar C-XF Concept Continue reading Jaguar C-XF wins Production Preview concept award Permalink | Email this | Comments
Spy Shots: Does it get anymore undisguised? Clubman in the buff
The Clubman is set to be released next month, with its official unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show. These shots, reportedly taken during a commercial photo shoot, take even more wind out of the MINI's sails, but we doubt it will dampen the enthusiasm of would-be buyers.
Thursday, Jun 21
Next Focus getting Iosis-treatment? Maybe in Europe.
Filed under: Concept Cars, Frankfurt Auto Show, Sedans/Saloons, Euro, Hatchbacks, FordIf Martin Smith - the designer of the new Mondeo and S-Max - has his way, the next Ford Focus in Europe will be drawing heavily from the styling of its upmarket siblings. Source: AutoExpress]
Monday, Jun 18
Spy Shots: Audi RS6 with blown/boosted V10
Filed under: Spy Photos, Sedans/Saloons, AudiThere's lots of news on the Audi RS6 lately. It's understandable considering how wicked this new top-of-the-line A6 is expected to be. Spy photos, spy video and even spy rumors. One of the things we've focused on is that this new über-Audi will b...
New Mazda6 a go for Frankfurt, sales begin this fall
Last month we speculated, but now we're pretty sure. Winding Road (via "the Republic of Moldova's premier automobile website", Auto.tihai.md), has learned that the all-new, next-gen Mazda6 will officially debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show this fall. European sales should then follow pr...
Sunday, Jun 17
M3Post.com snags BMW M3 sedan up close and personal
M3 enthusiast site M3Post.com has snagged what are easily the best spyshots yet of Bimmer's upcoming 4-door hot rod. They don't come from any of the spy photo big guns, either. Instead, they're sourced from within their own ranks, as site member Larry Blunk was clicking the shutter as the sil...
Saturday, Jun 16
Spy Video: Audi RS6
The closer we get to the Frankfurt Motor Show, the more excited we are for the arrival of the sinister Audi RS6. Those wonderfully crazy Germans are set to add forced induction to the already balls-out 5.2L V10 that powers the more "pedestrian" S6, and somewhere around 550hp will be the end re...
Monday, Jun 4
Rendered Speculation: Subaru Impreza WRX STI
Car Magazine has some interesting info on the upcoming high-performance STi version of the Subaru Impreza that it believes will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany this September. For one, the Impreza will only be offered as a five-door hatchback in Europe, unlike in the States w...
Friday, May 25
Chrysler celebrating 20 years of modern concept vehicles
Filed under: Chicago Auto Show, Concept Cars, Detroit Auto Show, Frankfurt Auto Show, LA Auto Show, New York Auto Show, SEMA, Convertibles, Coupes, Economy, Hybrids/Alternative, Minivans/MPVs, Sedans/Saloons, Sports/GTs, SUVs, Trucks/Pickups, Wagons/Estates, Geneva Motor S...
Monday, May 14
Spy Shots: Opel Vectra (aka Saturn Aura) coming to Frankfurt
Filed under: Frankfurt Auto Show, Spy Photos, Sedans/Saloons, Euro As September, and the Frankfurt Motor Show, approaches, the cars that will be debuting there are beginning to shed their cocoons. The new generation Opel Vectra has now appeared minus all the heavy camo and the new shape...
Sunday, May 13
Spy Shots: Next generation Mazda6 coming to Frankfurt
Filed under: Frankfurt Auto Show, Spy Photos, Sedans/Saloons, Mazda More spy shots of the next generation Mazda6 have turned up across the pond at Auto Express -- this time with more angles than we've seen before. From the images it does look like the new model is a bit larger and more aggres...
Monday, Apr 30
Toyota set to unveil microcar in Frankfurt
Automotive News has a quick blurb about a new model set to debut from the folks at Toyota during this year's Frankfurt Motor Show. According to AN, Toyota's 3000mm-long microcar will be known as the Endo and will slot in below the Aygo, the smallest vehicle in the automaker's European lineu...
Thursday, Apr 19
talks Porsche Panamera pricing, power
Filed under: Sedans/Saloons, Sports/GTs, Mercury, Porsche We just gave you a few more details about the power in Porsche's upcoming Panamera sport sedan, Britain's Car backs up those horsepower claims and throws some anticipated pricing info into the gossip stew. When the Panamera de...
Tuesday, Apr 17
Spy Shots: Mercedes SLK refresh due in Frankfurt
Filed under: Spy Photos, Convertibles, Sports/GTs, Mercedes Benz This September at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Mercedes' baby roadster, the SLK, is expected to receive a mid-cycle refresh. Judging by these spy shots, reportedly taken in Stuttgart, the exterior changes will be pretty s...
Saturday, Apr 14
Porsche Panamera update: New renderings, production issues
Stuttgart's latest deviation from its core products is said to debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, likely sporting a turbocharged 4.8-liter V8, producing 400 to 520 HP and clocking the trek from 0 to 60 in around four and half seconds. The engine, lifted from the recently updated Cayenn...
Friday, Apr 13
The Lutz reveals that a new, Volt-based concept is coming to Frankfurt
Filed under: Concept Cars, Frankfurt Auto Show, Hybrids/Alternative, Green, GM Source: PodTech via Winding Road] Continue reading The Lutz reveals that a new, Volt-based concept is coming to Frankfurt Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Friday, Mar 16
Spy Shots: Next gen Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Filed under: Spy Photos, Mercedes Benz The next generation of the Mercedes-Benz mid-size E-Class is scheduled to debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show and spy photos are now showing up. The current E-Class has been a serious drain on Mercedes' quality image, thanks in part to many electr...
Thursday, Mar 15
Kia planning Audi TT rival
Kia has no doubt been on a roll the last few years, and it's becoming increasingly evident that its success is not simply a matter of riding the coattails of parent company Hyundai. Kia was always meant to be the sporting brand in Hyundai's little empire, but its current product portfolio do...
