Chevrolet Cruze 2012 hatchback concept debut

The new Chevrolet Cruze sedan is selling well in many parts of Europe. The car was just introduced in the United States too, and the car is already on sale in South Korea and Australia under… More>>

Kia Sorento 2011 U.S. model upgraded with better suspension

The U.S. market has just received a new SX trim level for the 2011 Kia Sorento. The Sorento SX comes with a unique new front bumper, LED tail lights, 18-inch wheels, chrome trim and, most importantly,… More>>

Kia Soul and Sorento recalled in U.S.

The U.S. NHTSA safety agency has announced a recall on the 2010 Kia Soul and the 2011 Kia Sorento, apparently to replace interior lighting wiring harnesses. More>>

So we got a 2010 Chevrolet Cruze long-term car

The grey 2010 Chevrolet Cruze is back with us again! It almost feels like I own this car, having driven it twice before, once for the initial review and once as a courtesy car from GM… More>>

8 Good Cars That Will Get Cancelled

While some say that car sales are picking up around the world, the recession is busy taking names and beating up stragglers in the automotive marketplace. Manufacturers are keen on cutting models that are underperforming in… More>>

So we got a 2011 Renault Fluence

Just launched in the UAE, the Korean-built Renault Fluence is a new-for-2011 model that competes in the compact segment in terms of price, features, performance and general demeanour. It is a rather underwhelming car, as most… More>>

Hyundai Accent 2011 debuts again as concept

We figured we were done with how the 2011 Hyundai Accent will look, when the Chinese-market Hyundai Verna was launched this April at the 2010 Beijing Auto Show. However, it seems Hyundai is introducing multiple variants… More>>

Toyota Corolla 2005-2008 U.S. recall for engine stalling

The Toyota Corolla, quite possibly the most popular car in the world, is being recalled in the U.S. over engine stalling issues. So far, the recall is only for 2005 to 2008 models built in the… More>>

Lexus IS 2011 gets facelift in Europe

The European-spec Lexus IS has been facelifted, but with no real mechanical changes. However, the changes are so minor that we’re hard-pressed to figure out what they are. More>>

About 90% of cars in Afghanistan are Toyota Corolla

At least some local reports suggest that about 70% of all cars in the UAE are Toyota-branded models. As far back as 10 years ago, we read stories that the Toyota Corolla was the top-selling car… More>>

Renault Latitude 2011 debuts as Safrane replacement

Renault has launched the new Latitude midsize sedan model in its continuing bid to become more mainstream rather than quirky. The Latitude’s world debut was at the 2010 Moscow Auto Show, and will be built in… More>>

Video of the week: Suzuki Kizashi dragster speed record

Piloting a heavily-modified 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, dubbed the Bonneville Special, editors for proper U.S. car magazine Road & Track drove it to a speed of 325.95 kph at this year’s Bonneville Speed Week at the U.S.… More>>

Mazda 3 2007-2009 recall in U.S.

Mazda is recalling over 200,000 Mazda 3 as well as Mazda 5 minivan models from the 2007-2009 model years due to faulty power-assist steering pumps and pipes. More>>

Hyundai offers lifetime warranty in Bahrain

For the first time in Bahrain, and possibly the GCC, the exclusive Hyundai dealer in Bahrain is offering a “sensational” lifetime warranty on the entire range of Hyundai models. More>>

Suzuki Kizashi 2011 first Oman shipment sold to Europcar

Rental firm Europcar in Oman recently took delivery of a fleet of the all-new 2011 Suzuki Kizashi “Deluxe” model from Moosa Abdul Rahman Hassan, the Omani Suzuki dealer. Unless other dealers around the GCC are keeping… More>>

Nissan Armada 2011 released in the U.S.

It looks like reports of the demise of the Nissan Armada were premature. Nissan has just released details of the 2011 Armada in the United States. It remains unchanged, and still powered by a 317 hp… More>>

Infiniti G25 2011 model for U.S. launch

Infiniti is bringing a new model to its American line-up. The 2011 G25 sedan will offer a smaller 2.5-litre V6 engine that is more fuel-efficient than the 3.7-litre V6 now fitted in the G37 sedan. It… More>>

Infiniti G37 Coupe 2011 IPL performance version

Nissan has launched a new performance brand for their Infiniti luxury line-up, in the same vein as BMW’s M and Mercedes-Benz’s AMG. Dubbed IPL, it unimaginatively stands for “Infiniti Performance Line”, not to be confused with… More>>

Renault Fluence 2011 officially in UAE showrooms

For better or worse, the new 2011 Renault Fluence is now officially available for sale in the GCC, having been advertised in UAE newspapers for weeks now. More>>

Honda Civic Type-R cut in Europe, live on in UAE

The adoption of the more stringent Euro 5 emissions regulations means the Honda Civic Type-R hatchback will no longer be legal for sale in Europe. Although the Type-R hatchback is built in England, the British factory… More>>

Archives