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Chevrolet has revealed its 2014 Malibu mid-size saloon, which features revised styling, more room for rear-seat passengers and updated powertrain options.

GMC is adding the plusher Denali trim grade to its 2014 Sierra 1500 full-size pick-up range.

With a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h), the new V12 Vantage S is the fastest series production model ever produced by Aston Martin. A replacement for the V12 Vantage, the S is claimed to be much more extreme than its predecessor.

Only a very select clientele will buy the 2014 Vauxhall VXR8 GTS, but it’s the kind of car that should gratify every true petrolhead.

The Monaco Grand Prix was a fitting occasion for Renault to show off the Twin’Run, its latest concept that’s essentially a racing car.

Jaguar has retained its position as the country’s top-rated manufacturer. That’s according to the 2013 What Car? UK Vehicle Ownership Satisfaction Study , which has been compiled by J. D. Power.

The BMW Concept Ninety is an unashamed homage to the 1973 R 90 S. Revealed at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este as part of BMW Motorrad’s 90th anniversary celebrations, it has been created in collaboration with Californian custom motorcycle firm Roland Sands Design.

Nissan has announced UK pricing for its updated 370Z range. The good news for prospective buyers is that the entry-level coupé now costs £26,995, a reduction of £3,005.

Alfa Romeo has launched the Giulietta Collezione, a limited edition that features several unique cosmetic upgrades.

Ford has announced that its manufacturing operations in Australia are to end in October 2016. This shock development will see the closure of the Broadmeadows and Geelong plants, with the loss of approximately 1,200 jobs.

Lotus has confirmed specifications and pricing for its new open-top Exige S Roadster.

Toyota has reclaimed its position as top car brand from BMW, but only just. That’s according to the latest BrandZ™ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands survey compiled by MillwardBrown, which is now in its eighth year.

Renault has unveiled the limited edition Mégane Renaultsport Red Bull Racing RB8. Essentially a Renaultsport 265 Cup with some cosmetic tweaks, it has obviously been designed to make the most of the brand’s Formula One associations.

An Adam city car kitted out for fire brigade duties was definitely Opel’s most unusual exhibit at the recent RETTmobil emergency vehicle show.

Peugeot has launched the RCZ Magnetic limited edition. Based on the existing Sport trim grade, it features extra spec and comes in a choice of metallic black or pearlescent white paintwork.

Mitsubishi has confirmed its plans to compete in next month’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with a pair of electric-powered MiEV Evolution II prototypes.

Following the launch of the new VF Commodore earlier this year, Holden has revealed a revised version of the longer-wheelbase Caprice.

Honda has confirmed it’ll be returning to Formula One as an engine supplier for McLaren.

Renault, in collaboration with Spark Racing Technology, is to produce the electric-powered single-seaters that’ll be used in the new FIA Formula E Championship.

Honda is giving its CRF250R and CRF450R motocross bikes a series of updates for 2014.

Chevrolet has unveiled the City Express, a new small van for the United States and Canada that’s basically a re-badged Nissan NV200.

Volkswagen has released further details about its Amarok Power-Pickup concept that appeared at the Wörthersee GTI-Treffen.

While most new cars nowadays end up being larger and heavier than their predecessors, Peugeot is bucking that trend with its 2014 308.

Mugen has revealed the Shinden Ni, an electric-powered motorcycle that’s due to compete in the 2013 Isle of Man TT Zero Challenge.

Following its unveiling at February’s Chicago Auto Show, Volkswagen has confirmed that 100 examples of the limited edition Beetle GSR are going to be offered to UK customers.

In 1973 Caterham took over production of the diminutive Seven sports car from Lotus. Now, to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of that occasion, a limited edition ‘40 Years of Caterham’ pack has been launched.

Earlier this week, Škoda released a teaser sketch of the Rapid Sport concept that’s appearing at the GTI-Treffen at Wörthersee.

The new all-electric Zero MMX has been developed exclusively for the United States’ Special Operations Forces. Its selection by the military isn’t to make an environmental statement though. Rather, it’s because a lack of noise and a reduced heat signature make the Zero stealthier than a petrol-powered bike.

This weekend’s Formula One Spanish Grand Prix, which takes place at the Circuit de Catalunya near Barcelona, plays host to the inaugural round of the 2013 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup.

According to Chevrolet, one in six full-size pick-ups are sold to customers in Texas. So it’s hardly surprising that the brand is pandering to that market by launching the Silverado Texas Edition.

Škoda has released a teaser image of its Rapid Sport concept, which is due to debut at this month’s GTI-Treffen in Wörthersee, Austria.

Chevrolet is adding to its 2014 Silverado full-size pick-up range with the launch of a premium High Country trim grade.

The highlight of Seat’s display at the imminent GTI-Treffen at Wörthersee, Austria is likely to be this just-revealed Leon Cup Racer.

The new 2014 Corvette Stingray has been selected as this year’s Indianapolis 500 Pace Car.

Brabus has announced a range of modifications for the recently-launched Mercedes-Benz CLA four-door coupé.

Volkswagen is commemorating the production of the millionth Scirocco coupé by launching a special edition. Called the Scirocco Million (what else?), it comes with a number of cosmetic tweaks.

Porsche has unveiled the all-new 2014 911 Turbo. The latest addition to the Type 991 family, it promises to be both quicker and more efficient that its predecessors.

BMW is expanding its mid-size enduro bike range with the introduction of the F 800 GS Adventure.

Production of the original Land Rover Series 1 began back in 1948 so, to celebrate this year’s 65th anniversary, the special edition Defender LXV has just been unveiled.