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The Brabus 850 6.0 Biturbo package, which is now available in estate form, is all about remarkable numbers.

Manufacturer initiatives such as BMW’s M Performance range of aftermarket parts could explain why certain segments of the modified car industry are struggling right now. The latest model to be added to the programme is the just-launched 2 Series Coupé.

Next year’s Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship is going to see a couple of estate cars on the grid.

To mark the arrival of its Corvette Stingray convertible, Chevrolet has unveiled a distinctive Premiere Edition.

BMW has introduced a special version of its V8-powered X6 M. Called the Design Edition, production is being limited to just 100 units.

Volvo’s steady nurturing of Polestar as a performance sub-brand continues. The latest model to receive the treatment is the V60 estate, which is instantly recognisable by its larger front splitter, 20” alloy wheels, tailgate spoiler and rear diffuser.

To celebrate the opening of DS World Paris later this month, Citroën has created an exclusive version of its DS3 hatchback.

Honda has revealed its fourth-generation City saloon, which will eventually be offered in 60 territories across Asia.

The Premier Limited Edition has been created by Nissan to support the launch of its brand new Qashqai .

Those people who were aghast when Porsche first entered the SUV segment with the Cayenne aren’t going to like the smaller Macan. However, the new arrival will probably fly out of showrooms, even if a planned production volume of 50,000 units per year could harm Porsche’s exclusivity.

Despite the first part of its name, it would be a huge shock if the Concept GLA 45 AMG didn’t enter production virtually unchanged.

Suzuki has confirmed that a couple of special editions are joining its Intruder cruiser range.

BMW has unveiled the K 1600 GTL Exclusive, a new flagship for its touring bike range.

The new Chevrolet Colorado midsize pick-up for North America might appear similar to the version already produced in Asia, but it has some unique features.

Honda’s Gold Wing motorcycle family is gaining a third member.

BMW Motorsport has unveiled its M235i Racing. Aimed at privateer teams, the production-based racer is going to be eligible for series such as the VLN Endurance Championship as well as the annual 24 Hours race around the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

2014 marks the centenary of Dodge, so to celebrate the brand has unveiled a pair of special models.

The idiosyncratic Morgan 3 Wheeler is receiving a comprehensive upgrade package for 2014.

Honda has announced a few updates for its CB1100, including the introduction of an EX version. That news might come as a surprise to some, as the retro-styled naked bike was only launched in Europe earlier this year.

Some people might think Nürburgring lap times are becoming hackneyed as a performance benchmark, but the Nordschleife remains a harsh test of a car’s suspension, brakes and engine. That the GT-R Nismo (fitted with track options) can get around the circuit in 7:08.679 - a volume production car record according to Nissan - is strong testament to the new arrival’s abilities.

Jeep has unveiled the Willys Wheeler Edition, a special Wrangler inspired by the first post-war civilian CJ models of the 1940s.

BMW has revealed a special authorities version of its C Evolution .

Yamaha first launched its SR series of single-cylinder motorcycles thirty-five years ago. They haven’t been available in Europe for a while, but that situation is about to change with the reintroduction of the SR400.

The current Subaru Legacy might be very capable, but it’s not exactly handsome. However, that situation would quickly change if this latest Legacy Concept makes it into production relatively unmolested.

The new limited production Fiat 500 1957 Edition has a particular feature that’s found on too few cars nowadays: body-colour wheels.

It has only been four years since the SLS AMG was first exhibited at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but already Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that production is coming to an end.

Triumph has unveiled a Special Edition version of its Tiger 800XC adventure bike.

The latest version of BMW’s R 1200 RT touring bike brings with it several significant changes.

Triumph has given its Speedmaster cruiser a mild update for 2014.

Following the launch of its naked MT-09 back in June, Yamaha has now unveiled the smaller MT-07.

With a 5,980 cc, twin-turbo V12 engine, the new Mercedes-Benz S 65 AMG boasts some remarkable stats.

The launch of the Primavera resurrects a nameplate that first appeared on a Vespa scooter back in 1968.

Honda has revealed its naked CB650F and faired CBR650F, replacements for the CB600F Hornet and CBR600F respectively.

The Nissan Qashqai is currently the sixth most popular car in the UK, with over 44,000 examples registered this year alone. That kind of sales volume means a new version of the Sunderland-built crossover is an important occasion.

The new 2014 Z1000 is an embodiment of Kawasaki's 'Sugomi' design language, which is intended to produce an imposing motorcycle that exudes real presence.

BMW has unveiled the S 1000 R, an unfaired version of its existing S 1000 RR superbike.

Caterham's brand stretching continues. To go with its recently-announced Moto2 race team, a range of road-going motorcycles has just been unveiled at the EICMA show in Milan.

Chevrolet is displaying three Corvette Stingray concepts at this year's SEMA show, which is currently running in Las Vegas.

In developing the 2014 VFR800F, Honda says it listened to existing owners to gauge what revisions were required.

At first sight, the Isuzu MU-X sports utility appears to be a rebadged version of the Holden Colorado 7 and Chevrolet Trailblazer.

Following the unveiling of the KTM RC390 Cup back in July, details of its road-going sibling have now emerged.

The arrival of the Turbo S takes the number of Porsche Panamera variants up to nine.