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2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty first view

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Thanks to aluminium-alloy bodywork and a high-strength steel chassis, Ford says the all-new 2017 F-Series Super Duty is up to 158 kg (350 lbs) lighter than its predecessor. Obviously, that kind of diet benefits both payload and towing capabilities.

2016 BMW C 650 GT and C 650 Sport revealed

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Almost four years after they were first launched, BMW has updated its C 650 GT and C 650 Sport maxi scooters.

2016 GMC Sierra Elevation Edition announced

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GMC has confirmed that the Elevation Edition will be part of its refreshed 2016 Sierra 1500 pick-up range.

Peugeot updates its 2008 DKR rally car

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On its Dakar Rally debut earlier this year, the Peugeot 2008 DKR didn't perform brilliantly. In fact, none of the team's three cars managed to finish in the top ten, thanks to a combination of reliability problems and accidents.

Woes for diesel Volkswagen owners in the USA

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The full repercussions of Volkswagen's diesel emissions scandal have yet to unfold. So far, though, the group's share price has dropped dramatically, Martin Winterkorn has resigned from his position as CEO, and the Environmental Protection Agency is threatening fines of up to $18 billion.

Yamaha YZF-R1 60th Anniversary Edition

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Yamaha’s iconic ‘speedblock’ racing colour scheme is making a return. This time, it’s going to be used on a limited edition YZF-R1 specially created to commemorate 60 years of Yamaha motorcycles.

2016 FIA WEC calendar announced

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Sports car racing continues to flourish, with the likes of the European Le Mans Series, International GT Open, Blancpain GT Series and United SportsCar Championship all attracting large grids.

2016 Ducati Monster 1200 R revealed

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Ducati's new 1200 R has become the most powerful member of its Monster family.

Jaguar F-Pace First Edition announced

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To mark the launch of its first ever crossover, Jaguar has created the F-Pace First Edition.

Two Jeep show cars unveiled in Frankfurt

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For this year's Frankfurt International Motor Show, Jeep has created the unique Wrangler Rubicon Sunriser and Cherokee KrawLer. They're termed 'show cars', but it's easy to envisage both becoming limited editions.

Nissan unveils the intriguing Gripz concept

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When the Gripz was first partially revealed in some teaser shots, rumours suggested it could be offering a preview of the second-generation Juke. Now, following the concept's appearance at the Frankfurt International Motor Show, that theory is looking much less credible.

The 2016 BMW M6 GT3 sheds its disguise

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Following several camouflaged appearances, the new M6 GT3 racer has arrived at the Frankfurt International Motor Show wearing a BMW Motorsport livery.

2016 Hyundai i20 WRC unveiled

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Hyundai has released the first images of its new World Rally Championship contender, which is set to debut at January's Rallye Monte Carlo.

Two battery options for the 2016 Nissan Leaf

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Electric car technology continues to develop at a rapid pace. While that's great from a usability perspective, a fear of imminent obsolescence must make some potential owners very reluctant to part with their cash.

Holden Commodore VFII unveiled

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Although it’ll probably be the last Australian-built Commodore, the latest VFII version also becomes the quickest non-HSV model to ever wear that illustrious nameplate.

The 2016 Leon Cupra gains some extra power

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Seat's high-performance Leon Cupra is getting an improved engine. It's still a turbocharged 2.0 litre unit, but output is up by 10 bhp (7 kW / 10 PS) to 286 bhp (213 kW / 290 PS).

Caterham Seven Superlight Twenty launched

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In 1996, Caterham introduced the original Seven Superlight. Now, to celebrate the model's upcoming twentieth birthday, a special edition has been created.

Lancia gives the Ypsilon a facelift for 2016

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There's not much left of once-proud Lancia. Indeed, only two models are still listed: the Voyager MPV (which is actually a rebadged Chrysler) and the Ypsilon supermini.

2016 Audi R8 LMS now available to order

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This season has seen Audi's new R8 LMS participate in selected events as part of its development programme. Now the GT3 racer is being offered to customer teams.

2016 Mercedes-AMG C 63 Coupé Edition 1

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As has now become common practice, Mercedes-AMG is supporting the launch of its C 63 Coupé and C 63 S Coupé by introducing special Edition 1 versions.