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Toyota Auris Space concept unveiled at Paris Motor Show

“Designed from the inside out” is how Toyota describes its new Auris space concept, revealed for the first time at the Paris Motor Show. This world debut signals a new interpretation of the core Toyota design philosophy of Vibrant Clarity, combining a forward-looking and energetic appearance with a clear and rational approach to providing driver and passengers with a spacious and highly practical environment.

The new MINI: world premiere in Paris

The new MINI receives its world debut today at the Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris, Europe’s biggest motor show of the year. The global unveiling previews the new MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S, which go on sale in the UK on Saturday 18 November 2006. The all-new MINI features a completely new body design, a striking modern interior and brand new performance engines with lower fuel consumption and significantly reduced emissions.

Strong Mercedes-Benz presence at Paris Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz is presenting a wide variety of new products and technical innovations at this year’s Paris Motor Show, where exclusive high-performance models such as the CL 63 AMG and S 63 AMG or the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition super sports car are celebrating their world debut. The new edition of the CL-Class also has its first public appearance under the motto “Masterly luxury Coupé”. With the anniversary showcar SLK “Edition 10”, Mercedes-Benz is celebrating the tenth birthday of the world’s most successful roadster. Other highlights include the newly developed permanent four-wheel drive 4MATIC, which has its debut in the S-Class. In the S 320 CDI 4MATIC, Mercedes-Benz is also offering a combination of a diesel engine and four-wheel drive for the first time in the S-Class. In addition, standard production versions of the E-Class will be presented for a most unusual endurance test: a total of 33 models will take the starting line here in Paris on October 21. Following the traces of the first transcontinental car race held in 1907, the 13,600-kilometre route from Paris to Beijing passes through stretches of difficult terrain.

Mercedes Benz E-class category winner at Towcar of the Year Awards

The Mercedes-Benz New Generation E-Class has been presented with a prestigious award by The Caravan Club at its annual Towcar of the Year Awards. The E 320 CDI Estate won the ‘over £33,000’ category in a hotly-contested segment.

Honda increases UK production and announces 700 new jobs

Honda’s long term commitment to the UK is reinforced today as a further 700 new jobs are announced at its European Car Manufacturing Centre in Swindon, increasing annual production to a quarter of a million units a year by the end of 2007.

Quick car for ‘Quick Mick’ the skiing champion

Britain’s Number One Downhill Skier, Finlay Mickel, nicknamed ‘Quick Mick’, has just taken delivery of an equally quick 143 mph Subaru Impreza WRX 2.5 five-door.

Skoda Joyster premieres at Paris International Motor Show

Skoda Auto's new concept car – the Skoda Joyster - is having a world premiere at the Paris International Motor Show. Shaped very dynamically, this leisure-time three-door front-wheel-drive compact vehicle is mainly targeted at young people. On top of its fresh-looking design, the vehicle offers a high degree of comfort and smart modern communication solutions. The Joyster concept demonstrates the big creative potential of the company's young designers led by Jens Manske. The team indeed creates new, simple and sophisticated solutions in the spirit of the company's advertising slogan “Simply Clever“.

The Audi 1.8 TFSI

Audi is supplying yet further evidence of its leading position as an engine manufacturer by unveiling an entirely new high-tech four-cylinder engine: the 1.8 TFSI signals the market debut of a new family of engines and combines the evolution of the TFSI concept with an entirely new basic engine. The TFSI concept brings together the advantages of petrol direct injection and turbocharging. This innovative technology paves the way for superior road performance and greater dynamism on less fuel and with reduced emissions. The new engine is putting in its first appearance in the Audi A3. With its output of 118 kW (160 bhp) and high peak torque of 250 Nm, it constitutes a powerful basis for sporty driving pleasure.

New 2.8 FSI with Audi valvelift system

Audi is forging ahead with the expansion of its range of engines. Towards the end of the year, a new 2.8-litre petrol engine will be appearing in the A6; it develops 154 kW (210 bhp) and 280 Nm of torque, available constantly from 3,000 to 5,000 rpm. As well as FSI petrol direct injection, the V6 thus for the first time features a highly efficient but astonishingly simple valve control technology – the innovative Audi valvelift system. What this means for Audi drivers is even more driving fun, on appreciably less fuel.