Face-lifted with an even more refined exterior and interior, the 2012 Mazda3 also is the first application in North America of Mazda’s innovative SKYACTIV fuel-saving and performance-oriented technologies, achieving 40 mpg on the highway. The Mazda3 model is Mazda’s best-selling vehicle worldwide and accounts for nearly half of all Mazda sales in the United States, [...]

Adding an avant-garde appearance to the letter-series flagship sedans, the all-new Chrysler 300S V-6 and V-8 models take the American brand in a new direction with world-class ride and handling, discrete exterior styling elements, contemporary interior materials and state-of-the-art technology features. With larger 20-inch polished-face aluminum wheels with black painted pockets, wider all-season performance tires, [...]

The Beetle now measures 4,278 mm in length (+152 mm), 1,808 mm in width (+84 mm) and 1,486 in height (-12 mm). The track width front and rear, as well as the wheelbase at 2,537 mm, are also increased. Overseen by Walter de Silva (Volkswagen Group) and Klaus Bischoff (Volkswagen Brand), with Marc Lichte the [...]

All new Toyota FT-86II Concept with Gran Turismo 5. FT-86 II concept Gives Form to the Intrinsic Joy of DrivingWith the proportions of its long, low bonnet, high wings and rear-set cabin paying homage to Toyota’s illustrious sports car history, the dynamic power of the FT-86 II concept gives the clearest indication yet as to [...]

The racecar shares the production car’s distinctive wedge shape, an aerodynamic design well-suited for the track. A deck-lid spoiler was added to the racecar for increased traction in turns. The production version and racecar both feature a 6.2L V-8 engine. The output on the racecar engine is restricted to 535 horsepower, compared to a 556 [...]

These first images of the new generation Opel Astra GTC may show it in a virtual landscape, but as it races down an imaginary road, real test cars are now running final validation drives: The Astra GTC is officially a production reality. And on June 7 – in just six weeks’ time – Opel will [...]

The per capita car ownership rate in Singapore is 12 cars per 100 people. In Singapore cars drive on the left which is typical in Commonwealth countries. The limited size of the Singapore market results in some car brands not offering the full model line in Singapore. Car prices are high, but servicing costs are reasonable. SUV are not as common in Singapore and Japanese car manufacturers have the largest market share. European car manufacturers are well represented, while American cars have a low market share.