Seat got enough of a positive response from the Bocanegra Concept, displayed at recent auto shows, that they put the Ibiza-based Bocanegra into production. However, it is just an appearance package for the 2009 Ibiza Cupra, rather than a completely unique car.
In an outcome that is becoming repetitive, Brawn GP’s Jenson Button made a dominant display, this time at the 2009 Spanish F1 Grand Prix, at the expense of team-mate Rubens Barrichello’s error. The championship leader took the chequered flag 13 seconds clear of the Brazilian with Mark Webber making good use of strategy to finish third in the leading Red Bull Renault.
BMW has finally released full details on their S 1000 RR superbike. The amazing bit is that it boasts world-beating performance among litre bikes, and yet, BMW claims they will price it competitively alongside the usual Japanese makes rather than the premium overpriced European nameplates.
The latest facelifted Mercedes-Benz SL isn’t the prettiest of cars, and at least one tuning firm has taken it upon itself to fix just one of the many turds that seem to be pouring out of Mercedes-Benz design studios nowadays. Kicherer is now offering an upgrade kit for the SL 63 AMG, renaming it the SL 63 RS after the transformation.
Obviously fake, but an interesting idea for football goalkeeping practice nonetheless. It involves a Range Rover and lots of CGI footballs.
BMW is extending their range of armoured vehicles by introducing a new X5 Security Plus model. Designed for businessmen and politicians under threat from assassins and kidnappers, the new Plus model features a “class 6” resistance rating which offers protection against AK-47 assault rifles and everything smaller.
Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority is introducing a driving simulator for learner drivers. Apparently it is the first of its kind in the UAE, if not the GCC, and will be an additional learning tool alongside actual training on the road.
The large Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is receiving a minor facelift for the 2010 model year, along with minor upgrades to the interior.
European tuner Lorinser has revealed limited details about its body kit for the infinitely-unattractive Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class.
This video was supposed to be a drifting demonstration for the Hyundai Genesis sedan. While the Genesis coupe has already proven itself, the Genesis sedan is a rear-wheel-drive car with two left feet, but it cannot wag its tail even at the hands of professional Formula D drifter Rhys Millen. We can only assume that the softly-sprung sedan does not have an ‘off’ button for the stability control, making it even less sporting than a Lexus LS.