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Starting from today, UK buyers can place their orders for the all-new Volkswagen Polo with first deliveries set to arrive on the car’s official “on sale” date of 16 October. On-the-road prices for the five-door model range from at £10,035 for the entry-level S 1.2-litre 60 HP to £14,910 for the range-topping SEL with VW’s new 90 HP 1.6-liter turbo diesel. Those interested in the three-door model will have to wait until December. Read the rest of this entry »

Tym Switzer’s Oberlin-Ohio based tuning shop has been a breeding-ground for pump-gas monsters this year, including the 800 hp Nissan P800 GTR. Of course, as soon as Switzer’s customers got their hands on the cars, they started asking for more. Read the rest of this entry »

Toyota’s President, Akio Toyoda, has officially confirmed the company will team up with Subaru to develop a new sports car. The announcement, made at an industry conference in northern Michigan, puts to rest rumors that the car has been permanently canceled. Read the rest of this entry »

Mercedes has announced a new limited edition C 63 AMG – Edition 63 for the Australian market.

While the exterior looks virtually identical to the standard C 63 AMG, the Edition 63s boast unique 19-inch DTM-style alloy wheels, three exclusive color choices (Platinum Black, Mystic White, and Allanite Grey), and dark tinted privacy glass fitted to estate models. Read the rest of this entry »

RIEGER Tuning has unveiled new styling packages for the popular Opel Astra H and Opel Corsa D.

The Astra H is outfitted with a new front bumper, optional LED daytime running lights, aggressive side skirts, and a new rear bumper that boasts a sporty rear diffuser. Other styling tweaks include headlight masks, a sport exhaust system with four tailpipes, H&R lowering springs (which reduce ride height 30mm), and 19-inch Brock B21 alloy wheels. Read the rest of this entry »