ModernRacer.com Car News Commentary

The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is on its last legs of production. The German manufacturer has now revealed the “722″ version in roadster form. (more…)

As supercar sales slow down due to our economic problems, Aston Martin has announced an all-new flagship model called the One-77. (more…)

The production version of the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback will officially debut at the 2008 Paris Auto Show. (more…)

The new 2010 Volkswagen GTI will be showing up at the 2008 Paris Auto Show. Changes in performance are minimal, but the model shown is being dubbed a concept. (more…)

Lotus has donated one of their own in the interests of science yet again. They’ve handed over their Lotus Europa to Chrysler, and the result is the Dodge EV, a coupe that looks exactly like its Lotus counterpart, but comes with a hybrid engine. Alongside the Dodge EV, Chrysler has also introduced hybrid versions of the Jeep Wrangler and the Chrysler Grand Voyager. (more…)

The Turkish-built Renault Symbol is a new economy car that will soon hit European markets in the coming months. To celebrate its debut, the French manufacturer held the officially-monitored Renault Symbol Eco-Challenge in Turkey. (more…)

Audi is going to debut the sporty S4 Quattro, with an all-new supercharged engine, at the 2008 Paris Auto Show. (more…)

Saab is going to show a convertible version of an earlier idea at the 2008 Paris Auto Show. Dubbed the Saab 9-X Air BioHybrid Concept, it offers a look as the future of the Swede manufacturer. (more…)

The latest 2008 Paris Auto Show will host the launch of the 2009 Audi RS6 sedan. Already available as a station wagon in Europe, Audi finally releases a traditional sedan version. Seen above is a slightly different version, with black-out trim instead of chrome. (more…)

Mercedes-Benz has just unveiled their first ever hybrid model, named the S400 BlueHYBRID. (more…)

The Audi Q7 V12 TDI is going to be launched in Europe soon, and it is a poster-child of excess. (more…)

Mercedes-Benz is showing off this concept at the 2008 Paris Auto Show. Named the ConceptFASCINATION, it offers a clear preview of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. (more…)

Mini will be showing a crossover version of their car at the 2008 Paris Auto Show. Although only a concept for now, it hints at the design direction for future Minis, while gauging consumer reaction to a possible new variant to the Mini line. (more…)

Chevrolet’s last attempt at a “big” minivan was the dreadful Uplander. Their new attempt will be shown off as a concept at the upcoming Paris Auto Show. (more…)

If you still want a Porsche Cayenne, even after the never-ending sea of Cayennes crowding American streets, this new variation may be your ticket to exclusivity. Based on the rally special of the same name, the 2010 Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia will go on sale in early 2009. (more…)

Indian giants Tata have introduced an all-electric version of their home-market Indica V2 hatchback. The Indica EV will be ready for production by 2009. (more…)

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe won’t be out till next spring, but HKS has been handed a car to modify and display at the upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas. (more…)

Honda has revived the Insight nameplate for their latest hybrid, and this time, it comes with four doors to fight hand-to-hand with the Toyota Prius. (more…)

The current Mazda MX-5 Miata roadster has been on the road for years now. The 2009 version is getting a facelift. (more…)

Following the i30 and the i10, Hyundai is on a roll, getting ready to replace their aging Getz hatchback with a brand new model called the i20. (more…)