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Bentley honours the Breitling Jet Team

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Bentley has unveiled the Continental GT Speed Breitling Jet Team Series. Created by the firm’s Mulliner division, it promises to be a very exclusive limited edition.

Mercedes-AMG A 45 4Matic updated for 2016

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As part of a mid-life refresh for the entire A-Class range, the high-performance Mercedes-AMG A 45 4Matic version is getting a series of technical and cosmetic tweaks.

The Subaru Levorg is coming to the UK

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Following an appearance at the Geneva Motor Show in March, Subaru has announced that the Levorg estate is going to be offered in the UK.

Top 10: Facts about the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze

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3.5 million examples of the original Chevrolet Cruze have been sold around the world since it was introduced in 2008. Undoubtedly the all-new second-generation model, which has just been unveiled, will be under tremendous pressure to emulate that success.

The Mini Clubman just got a lot bigger

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Mini has unveiled the all-new 2016 Clubman, which will become part of a five-strong (and more premium) model range.

Toyota GT86 Blanco launched

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GT White Pearl paintwork plus some red and grey body graphics identify the new Toyota GT86 Blanco special edition.

2016 Chevrolet Camaro convertible unveiled

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Following last month’s launch of the new sixth-generation Camaro coupé, Chevrolet has revealed a convertible version.

2016 Alfa Romeo Giulia first view

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Alfa Romeo has celebrated its 105th birthday by (finally) unveiling the Giulia.

Lexus gets ready to compete at Pikes Peak

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With preparations for its GT3 racing programme continuing, Lexus has decided to enter an RC F GT Concept in this month’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Land Rover builds ‘Defender 2,000,000’

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Production of the original Land Rover Series I began in 1947, ahead of its launch the following year. Since then, two million examples of the Series and Defender models have left the Solihull factory.

The Outlander PHEV gets set to go rallying

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Mitsubishi has announced that a specially-prepared Outlander PHEV is going to compete in October’s Baja de Portalegre 500.

Electric-powered Morgan EV3 revealed

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This month’s Goodwood Festival of Speed will see the debut of a zero-emissions Morgan 3 Wheeler.

Flying Spur V8 Beluga announced

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Bentley is adding an extra trim grade to the Flying Spur V8 saloon range. Named Beluga, it gains a more purposeful appearance thanks to a few cosmetic changes.

The Isuzu N-Series truck becomes a Chevrolet

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Chevrolet has confirmed that it’s going to offer a rebadged version of the Isuzu N-Series medium-duty truck across North America.

2016 Holden Colorado Z71 launched

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Holden’s Colorado pick-up is getting a new range-topping trim grade. Based on the existing LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab model, it borrows the Z71 moniker from fellow GM brand Chevrolet.

2016 Honda CRF450R revealed

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An enhanced suspension set-up spearheads the amendments that Honda is making to its CRF450R motocross bike for 2016.

2016 Honda CRF250R revealed

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Honda has announced a series of upgrades for its CRF250R motocross bike.

Celebration concept marks 60 years of Alpine

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There's still considerable equity in the Alpine brand, even if owner Renault has basically neglected it for the past two decades.

2016 Volkswagen California T6 launched

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Following the sixth-generation Transporter’s unveiling in April, Volkswagen has introduced an updated California camper van. In Germany it’s being offered in three versions.

BMW Concept Path 22 unveiled

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Attaching a surfboard carrier to the side of a motorcycle is a pretty daft idea. Lopsided balance, weird handling and a susceptibility to crosswinds would be just some the pitfalls.

The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V arrives in Europe

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Cadillac’s European dealers are now accepting orders for the 2016 CTS-V .

Vespa 946 Emporio Armani edition revealed

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So you’ve got Armani clothes, Armani shoes and Armani sunglasses (some of which might actually be genuine). Well now you can add an Emporio Armani scooter to your collection.

Mopar ’15 Performance Kit for the Charger R/T

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Mopar has introduced a limited edition Performance Kit for the 2015 Dodge Charger R/T.

Seven-seat Nissan e-NV200 arrives in the UK

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Nissan has confirmed that a seven-seat version of its electric-powered e-NV200 will be launched in the UK next month.

Aston Martin Le Mans art car unveiled

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This weekend’s 2015 Le Mans 24 Hours race will see the #97 Aston Martin Vantage GTE wearing a uniquely striking livery.

20th birthday edition Sprinter launched

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Twenty years ago Mercedes-Benz introduced its first-generation Sprinter van range. To mark the nameplate’s special anniversary, an exclusive Edition Sprinter model has been created.

All-new 2016 BMW X1 unveiled

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Ungainly proportions and clumsy details meant the original BMW X1 could never be described as handsome. Thankfully the second-generation model, which arrives at dealers in October, enjoys vastly more attractive styling.

The Mitsuoka Roadster is coming to the UK

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Japanese coachbuilder Mitsuoka Motor Company is best known for taking modern cars and giving them a retro-English facelift. Its Viewt, for example, is essentially a Nissan Micra with imitation Jaguar Mark 2 front and rear ends grafted on.

Petrol-powered Golf BlueMotion TSI launched

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For many years diesel has been the accepted choice for car buyers seeking superior fuel economy and lower running costs. However, a growing number of high-efficiency petrol-powered models is now challenging that received wisdom.

2016 Vauxhall / Opel Astra first view

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Although the current Astra is yet to celebrate its sixth birthday, Vauxhall and Opel have already unveiled the next-generation model.