AutoMotoPortal.com http://www.automotoportal.com AutoMotoPortal.com - automotive industry news AutoMotoPortal.com 160 30 http://www.automotoportal.com http://www.automotoportal.com/images/logo.jpg 934106http://www.feedburner.com Loeb heads third straight 1-2 finish as Citroen unveils C4 WRC Hymotion 4 081006002 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/413083134/loeb-heads-third-straight-1-2-finish-as-citroen-unveils-c4-wrc-hymotion-4 Sébastien Loeb led Citroën Total to its third consecutive one-two finish in Spain this weekend, and pulled further into the lead of the FIA World Rally Championship just as the wraps were coming off a radical new C4 WRC hybrid concept. Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:40:52 +0200 Posted under: Motorsport, Citroën

Sébastien Loeb led Citroën Total to its third consecutive one-two finish in Spain this weekend, and pulled further into the lead of the FIA World Rally Championship just as the wraps were coming off a radical new C4 WRC hybrid concept.


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]]> Citroën http://www.automotoportal.com/article/loeb-heads-third-straight-1-2-finish-as-citroen-unveils-c4-wrc-hymotion-4 Suzuki Swift given more attitude 081006001 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/412652653/suzuki-swift-given-more-attitude Following a resounding success in 2007, the special edition three-door Swift Attitude model is back on sale in the UK, limited to only 500 units, and equipped with a higher specification, providing an enhanced driving and ownership experience. Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:54:44 +0200 Posted under: Hatchbacks, Suzuki

Following a resounding success in 2007, the special edition three-door Swift Attitude model is back on sale in the UK, limited to only 500 units, and equipped with a higher specification, providing an enhanced driving and ownership experience.


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]]> Suzuki http://www.automotoportal.com/article/suzuki-swift-given-more-attitude Scirocco now available with new engines and entry-level trim 081004001 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/411229865/scirocco-now-available-with-new-engines-and-entry-level-trim Volkswagen has announced a new entry-level specification and two additional engines for the Scirocco coupé, which are now available for ordering from Volkswagen Retailers. Prices for the entry-level model, fitted with a 1.4-litre TSI 160 PS engine, start at £18,790 RRP on the road, opening the possibility of Scirocco ownership to a wider audience. Sat, 04 Oct 2008 18:52:48 +0200 Posted under: Coupes, Volkswagen

Volkswagen has announced a new entry-level specification and two additional engines for the Scirocco coupé, which are now available for ordering from Volkswagen Retailers. Prices for the entry-level model, fitted with a 1.4-litre TSI 160 PS engine, start at £18,790 RRP on the road, opening the possibility of Scirocco ownership to a wider audience.


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]]> Volkswagen http://www.automotoportal.com/article/scirocco-now-available-with-new-engines-and-entry-level-trim Paris: Chevrolet on Cruze control with vital new model 081003010 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410182354/paris-chevrolet-on-cruze-control-with-vital-new-model GM executives are calling their new four-door sedan “the most important car in our history.” But which four-door sedan do they mean? Not the electric Volt, for all the importance attached to its eco-friendly credentials. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:32:21 +0200 Posted under: Motor Shows, News, Chevrolet

GM executives are calling their new four-door sedan “the most important car in our history.” But which four-door sedan do they mean? Not the electric Volt, for all the importance attached to its eco-friendly credentials.


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]]> Chevrolet http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-chevrolet-on-cruze-control-with-vital-new-model Paris: Chinese take a low-key approach 081003009 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410172959/paris-chinese-take-a-low-key-approach One very noticeable feature of the Paris Show this year was the absence, with one or two exceptions, of the Chinese. Whereas the 2006 Paris Show saw major displays from several manufacturers, notably SUV-makers Great Wall and Landwind, this year saw only two low-key displays from Brilliance and China Automobile France. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:28:56 +0200 Posted under: Motor Shows, News

One very noticeable feature of the Paris Show this year was the absence, with one or two exceptions, of the Chinese. Whereas the 2006 Paris Show saw major displays from several manufacturers, notably SUV-makers Great Wall and Landwind, this year saw only two low-key displays from Brilliance and China Automobile France.


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]]> http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-chinese-take-a-low-key-approach Paris: Ka can help for ride the recession, says Fleming 081003008 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410172960/ka-can-help-for-ride-the-recession-says-fleming Launching not one but two new small car ranges this year could play a major role in helping Ford ride the recession, believes Ford of Europe chairman John Fleming. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:26:49 +0200 Posted under: Ford

Launching not one but two new small car ranges this year could play a major role in helping Ford ride the recession, believes Ford of Europe chairman John Fleming.


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]]> Ford http://www.automotoportal.com/article/ka-can-help-for-ride-the-recession-says-fleming GM shows production Volt in Paris 081003007 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410172961/gm-shows-production-volt-in-paris It has an electric motor and a conventional engine, and it can’t be classified as a zero-emissions vehicle – but whatever you do, don’t call the GM Volt a hybrid! Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:22:09 +0200 Posted under: Hybrids, General Motors

It has an electric motor and a conventional engine, and it can’t be classified as a zero-emissions vehicle – but whatever you do, don’t call the GM Volt a hybrid!


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]]> General Motors http://www.automotoportal.com/article/gm-shows-production-volt-in-paris Paris: SsangYong recruits Giugiaro to style new car ranges 081003006 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410172962/paris-ssangyong-recruits-giugiaro-to-style-new-car-ranges SsangYong showed the first fruits of its relationship with Shanghai Automotive Industries Group – a new compact SUV, codenamed C200. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:19:01 +0200 Posted under: Motor Shows, Ssangyong

SsangYong showed the first fruits of its relationship with Shanghai Automotive Industries Group – a new compact SUV, codenamed C200.


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]]> Ssangyong http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-ssangyong-recruits-giugiaro-to-style-new-car-ranges Paris: Toyota will up the sporty style on next Prius 081003005 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410172963/paris-toyota-will-up-the-sporty-style-on-next-prius The next-generation Toyota Prius will retain the petrol hybrid concept – but as well as being cleaner than the current model, it’ll be a lot more sporty, says Toyota GM managing director Miguel Fonseca. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:16:11 +0200 Posted under: Motor Shows, News, Toyota

The next-generation Toyota Prius will retain the petrol hybrid concept – but as well as being cleaner than the current model, it’ll be a lot more sporty, says Toyota GM managing director Miguel Fonseca.


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]]> Toyota http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-toyota-will-up-the-sporty-style-on-next-prius Paris: French Wallys plan British invasion 081003004 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410163298/paris-french-wallys-plan-british-invasion Long before it became part of Chrysler, the original Jeep was made by a company called Willys. But at Paris this year, we saw the launch of a Jeep lookalike – made by Wallys! Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:09:20 +0200 Posted under: Motor Shows

Long before it became part of Chrysler, the original Jeep was made by a company called Willys. But at Paris this year, we saw the launch of a Jeep lookalike – made by Wallys!


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]]> http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-french-wallys-plan-british-invasion Michael Mann directs video for Ferrari California unveiling 081003003 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410163299/michael-mann-directs-video-for-ferrari-california-unveiling Renowned Hollywood director Michael Mann has made a stunning video set against the extraordinary natural backdrop of the Californian coastline inspired by the emotions of driving the new Ferrari California. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:58:50 +0200 Posted under: Supercars, Ferrari

Renowned Hollywood director Michael Mann has made a stunning video set against the extraordinary natural backdrop of the Californian coastline inspired by the emotions of driving the new Ferrari California.


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]]> Ferrari http://www.automotoportal.com/article/michael-mann-directs-video-for-ferrari-california-unveiling One To One programme extended to 599 GTB Fiorano 081003002 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410150823/one-to-one-programme-extended-to-599-gtb-fiorano An important piece of news from the Ferrari stand at the Paris Auto Show is the announcement of the extension of the One To One Personalisation Programme to the 599 GTB Fiorano. The decision to extend the service to the most powerful 12-cylinder in our current range follows on from the success the One To One Programme has enjoyed since its launch in March for the 612 Scaglietti. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:53:43 +0200 Posted under: Sports/GTs, Ferrari

An important piece of news from the Ferrari stand at the Paris Auto Show is the announcement of the extension of the One To One Personalisation Programme to the 599 GTB Fiorano. The decision to extend the service to the most powerful 12-cylinder in our current range follows on from the success the One To One Programme has enjoyed since its launch in March for the 612 Scaglietti.


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]]> Ferrari http://www.automotoportal.com/article/one-to-one-programme-extended-to-599-gtb-fiorano Ford unveils all-new 'custom' Ka at Paris 081003001 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/410035688/ford-unveils-all-new-custom-ka-at-paris Ka-crazy customers who want to make their new 'pride and joy' stand out from the crowd will be able to choose from a tempting array of option packs when the new model hits the road in January 2009. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 09:33:35 +0200 Posted under: Hatchbacks, Motor Shows, Ford

Ka-crazy customers who want to make their new 'pride and joy' stand out from the crowd will be able to choose from a tempting array of option packs when the new model hits the road in January 2009.


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]]> Ford http://www.automotoportal.com/article/ford-unveils-all-new-custom-ka-at-paris Paris: New SEAT Exeo 081002010 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/409276691/paris-new-seat-exeo SEAT is pulling off one of the surprises of the 2008 Paris Motor Show with the debut of its handsome new Exeo saloon. The Spaniards’ unexpected showcasing of their new super-saloon in the French capital underlines SEAT’s determination to present a real challenge to existing offerings in the mid-size saloon segment. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:45:37 +0200 Posted under: Motor Shows, Sedans/Saloons, SEAT

SEAT is pulling off one of the surprises of the 2008 Paris Motor Show with the debut of its handsome new Exeo saloon. The Spaniards’ unexpected showcasing of their new super-saloon in the French capital underlines SEAT’s determination to present a real challenge to existing offerings in the mid-size saloon segment.


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]]> SEAT http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-new-seat-exeo Paris: New SEAT Ibiza Cupra 081002009 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/409276694/paris-new-seat-ibiza-cupra SEAT’s relentless assault on the supermini market continues amid the glamorous surroundings of the Paris Motor Show with the unveiling on 2 October of the jewel in the sporty Spanish car maker’s small car crown: the all-new Ibiza Cupra. Boasting numerous important first-in-class advances, trademark sporty styling from the pen of SEAT Design Director Luc Donckerwolke and performance potent enough to satisfy the most hardcore of hot hatch fans, the Ibiza Cupra powers to pole position in its class. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:43:19 +0200 Posted under: Hatchbacks, SEAT

SEAT’s relentless assault on the supermini market continues amid the glamorous surroundings of the Paris Motor Show with the unveiling on 2 October of the jewel in the sporty Spanish car maker’s small car crown: the all-new Ibiza Cupra. Boasting numerous important first-in-class advances, trademark sporty styling from the pen of SEAT Design Director Luc Donckerwolke and performance potent enough to satisfy the most hardcore of hot hatch fans, the Ibiza Cupra powers to pole position in its class.


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]]> SEAT http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-new-seat-ibiza-cupra Paris: New SEAT Ibiza Ecomotive breaks cover 081002008 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/409263671/paris-new-seat-ibiza-ecomotive-breaks-cover The third strand of SEAT’s exciting array of Parisian debuts is the world premiere of the car that will instantly becomes the Spanish car maker’s cleanest, greenest production model when it goes on sale in the UK next year. The all-new Ibiza Ecomotive, unveiled at the Paris Motor Show, will also become the leading vehicle in its segment thanks to reduced CO2 emissions confirmed at only 98 g/km. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:40:24 +0200 Posted under: Hatchbacks, Motor Shows, SEAT

The third strand of SEAT’s exciting array of Parisian debuts is the world premiere of the car that will instantly becomes the Spanish car maker’s cleanest, greenest production model when it goes on sale in the UK next year. The all-new Ibiza Ecomotive, unveiled at the Paris Motor Show, will also become the leading vehicle in its segment thanks to reduced CO2 emissions confirmed at only 98 g/km.


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]]> SEAT http://www.automotoportal.com/article/paris-new-seat-ibiza-ecomotive-breaks-cover New Suzuki Alto to debut at Paris 081002007 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/409263672/new-suzuki-alto-to-debut-at-paris At the 2008 Paris Motor Show, Suzuki is unveiling the all-new Alto — the fifth and smallest member of its acclaimed lineup of world strategic models. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:36:23 +0200 Posted under: Hatchbacks, Motor Shows, Suzuki

At the 2008 Paris Motor Show, Suzuki is unveiling the all-new Alto — the fifth and smallest member of its acclaimed lineup of world strategic models.


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]]> Suzuki http://www.automotoportal.com/article/new-suzuki-alto-to-debut-at-paris Citroen's new concept car - GTbyCITROËN 081002006 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/409248862/citroens-new-concept-car-gtbycitroen The amazing GTbyCITROËN is the first ever car to be specifically designed to bring the virtual and real worlds together. The car makes its global premiere at the Paris Motor Show where visitors can actually drive the car in a true to life simulator on the Citroën stand. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:22:59 +0200 Posted under: Concept Cars, Citroën

The amazing GTbyCITROËN is the first ever car to be specifically designed to bring the virtual and real worlds together. The car makes its global premiere at the Paris Motor Show where visitors can actually drive the car in a true to life simulator on the Citroën stand.


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]]> Citroën http://www.automotoportal.com/article/citroens-new-concept-car-gtbycitroen New Megane Trophy 081002005 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/409248863/new-megane-trophy Having starred in the World Series by Renault - the premier saloon car championship created in 2005 - Mégane Trophy has undergone a raft of radical modifications in readiness for the 2009 season. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:16:59 +0200 Posted under: Renault

Having starred in the World Series by Renault - the premier saloon car championship created in 2005 - Mégane Trophy has undergone a raft of radical modifications in readiness for the 2009 season.


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]]> Renault http://www.automotoportal.com/article/new-megane-trophy Renault reveals new Laguna Coupe at Paris 081002004 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Automotoportal/~3/409248864/renault-reveals-new-laguna-coupe-at-paris Following its reveal at the glamorous Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, the public will get its first chance to inspect Renault Laguna Coupé at close quarters at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. As the spearhead of the Laguna range, it has been designed to offer sheer driving pleasure and plays a key role in Renault's growth plans for the upper-range market. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:14:10 +0200 Posted under: Renault

Following its reveal at the glamorous Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, the public will get its first chance to inspect Renault Laguna Coupé at close quarters at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. As the spearhead of the Laguna range, it has been designed to offer sheer driving pleasure and plays a key role in Renault's growth plans for the upper-range market.


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