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Seat Ibiza Bocanegra appearance package

Seat Ibiza Bocanegra appearance package


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.

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BMW S 1000 RR superbike to take on Japanese

BMW S 1000 RR superbike to take on Japanese


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.

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Kicherer creates Mercedes-Benz SL 63 RS

Kicherer creates Mercedes-Benz SL 63 RS


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.

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BMW X5 Security Plus offers more armour

BMW X5 Security Plus offers more armour


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.

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Ford Fiesta gets Sport trim in Europe

Ford Fiesta gets Sport trim in Europe


Ford is now offering a new Sport trim level in Europe that will be available on the three-door models equipped with the 96 hp 1.4-litre and 120 hp 1.6-litre petrol engines as well as with the 90 hp 1.6-litre TDCi turbo diesel.

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