Archive for the ‘Frankfurt Motor Show’ tag

Aston Martin Rapide debuts at Frankfurt

Aston Martin will unveil one of the most eagerly awaited cars of 2009 at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Rapide apparently provides space for up to four adults combined with an engaging driving experience synonymous with all Aston Martins. Continue reading »

Bugatti Galibier sedan concept revealed

After months of teasing retarded bloggers with a shadowy photo, Bugatti has finally revealed its new four-door sedan concept ahead of the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show at an event for Bugatti customers. Originally christened the Bordeaux by rumor-mongers, the super-sedan is called the Galibier, named after a difficult Alpine pass along the Tour de France route. Continue reading »

Audi R8 Spyder V10 convertible unveiled

The entirely-predictable Audi R8 Spyder convertible will debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. Sporting a cloth folding top, the R8 Spyder will only come with a V10 engine. Continue reading »

Lexus LF-Ch Concept previewing new hatchback

Lexus is desperate to reduce the average age of its old-fart buyers, and the IS sedan isn’t cutting it. So in the vein of the BMW 1-Series and the Audi A3, Lexus is readying a smaller hatchback model, and the LF-Ch concept offers a first look at its design direction. Continue reading »

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG gullwing revealed

The infamous Gullwing is back in a new form, paying homage to the original 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL. But the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is supposed to be a supercar for everyday use, ditching McLaren in favour of in-house development by AMG. Continue reading »

2010 Volvo C30 facelift and new colors

After only a couple of years on the market, the 2010 Volvo C30 has been facelifted to bring it in line with Volvo’s newest corporate look. Continue reading »

2010 Porsche 911 Sport Classic limited to 250

At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Porsche is proudly presenting the 911 Sport Classic. In creating this unique model Porsche is bringing back the tradition of exclusive series built in very small numbers, for the 911 Sport Classic will be offered in a production run limited to just 250 cars worldwide. Continue reading »

2010 Volvo C70 gets frontal facelift

The Volvo C70 is a rather slow-selling vehicle. But as limited as its sales are, the C70 hardtop convertible has received a minor facelift for the 2010 model year, giving it the droopy new corporate nose that debuted with the XC60. Continue reading »

BMW Vision EfficientDynamics diesel hybrid concept

The BMW Vision concept car is the latest in a string of “EfficientDynamics” ideas by the German automaker. Conceived as a 2+2-seater with plug-in full-hybrid technology, this concept car combines the performance of a BMW M vehicle with a standard of fuel efficiency and emission management that exceeds even the current levels achieved by the latest small cars. This result is made possible by the combination of BMW ActiveHybrid components with an economical combustion engine and good aerodynamic qualities. Continue reading »

Ferrari 458 Italia interior details released

The official unveiling of the Ferrari 458 Italia will be held at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show on the 15th of September. Until then, Ferrari has released more details on the 458 Italia, including shots of the complicated interior. Continue reading »

Mini Coupe Concept to debut at Frankfurt

BMW is showing a Mini Coupe Concept at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. It might head for production by next year, considering how “complete” it looks, but only if there is enough demand. Continue reading »

Maserati GranCabrio debut at Frankfurt show

The Maserati GranCabrio convertible has debuted just before its public appearance at the upcoming 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Essentially nothing more than a GranTurismo with a chopped-off roof, this is probably the most predictable car to be revealed at the auto show. Continue reading »

Peugeot RCZ to debut at Frankfurt Motor Show

Two years after displaying the 308 RCZ concept car at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, Peugeot will present the production Peugeot RCZ coupé at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. Also debuting alongside the RCZ are the RCZ hybrid concept, the 3008 hybrid concept, the all-new 5008 minivan, and low-emission versions of existing models, namely the 207 ‘99g’, 107 ‘106g’, 308 ‘120g’, 407 ‘129g’ and 3008 ‘130g.’ Continue reading »

Mazda MX-5 Superlight goes back to Miata roots

The Mazda MX-5 Superlight version, a show car capturing the pure essence of the best-selling roadster, will see its world premiere at the 63rd Frankfurt Motor Show, which will be held from September 15 through 27 this year. Continue reading »