Geneva auto show

GenevaGeneva: Volkswagen Group Night, a fashion show for car lovers!
It has become a classic tradition. Every year, Volkswagen Group invites nearly 1,300 journalists for a sneak preview of its latest achievements scheduled to launch the next day at the Geneva Motor Show. The top dogs from the German company’s twelve different brands come out for Volkswagen Group Night, which …
GenevaSubaru Viziv Concept: SUV or Crossover
Subaru recently announced its plans to add a seven-passenger crossover to its product line. At the Geneva Motor Show, the Japanese manufacturer is unveiling the Viziv concept, whose base elements may be used for the production crossover – or even SUV – that could challenge the BMW X6. The Viziv …
GenevaKia Provo Concept: A Compact Sport Coupe
This very original design from Kia is a hard one to figure out. Considering that Hyundai already offers the Veloster, a unique sport coupe, you’d think that Kia would be planning to market an affordable sport coupe too. Thus, it stands to reason that Kia’s Provo concept could be the …
GenevaMaserati GranTurismo MC Stradale: Seats two or four
First things first: Maserati’s elegant 2013 GranTurismo MC Stradale coupe is still powered by a 460-hp 4.7-litre V8 and six-speed automatic transmission. 2+2 Configuration The most notable improvement made to this seductive GT coupe is on the inside, as the vehicle is now equipped for four passengers. Up till now, …
Geneva2014 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Bows On International Stage
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible has been driven onto the world stage at the Geneva auto show this week, and while the vehicle’s styling doesn’t stray far from what has already been seen in the coupe, a number of new technical details concerning the drop-top have become available. All models …
Geneva2013 Volkswagen Golf Variant Debuts In Geneva
Canadian drivers will soon be able to enjoy a fresh update on a popular family option from Volkswagen. The Germany automaker has unveiled the next-generation edition of the Volkswagen Golf Variant, which when imported to Canada is redubbed the Golf Wagon (Jetta SportWagen in the United States). The new Volkswagen …
GenevaMercedes-Benz A45 AMG: A Sub-compact on Steroids
The Mercedes-Benz Class A sells like hotcakes in Europe, most notably in France and Germany. For the first time, AMG, the sporting division of Mercedes-Benz, received the mandate to design a sub-compact on steroids, the A45 AMG. The most powerful four-cylinder in the world Sporting a more aggressive body style, …
GenevaKTM X-Bow GT: Wiper and Heated Windshield
Marketed since a couple of years by the famous Austrian bike manufacturer, the X-Bow is a kind of high performance roadster resembling a Go-Kart for rich, knowledgeable adults. In Geneva, KTM unveils the latest version of the X-Bow called GT. For the first time the X-Bow includes a wiper and …
GenevaFerrari unveils LaFerrari: strange name
After hypothetical names such as Ferrari F70 or F150, the replacement for the mythical Enzo is finally called LaFerrari. It seems odd to call a Ferrari LaFerrari. The name sounds a little off to my ears. Personally, I would have chosen Enzo II or even F70. Be that as it …
GenevaVolkswagen XL1: Production Model Unveiled in Geneva
If it were any more aerodynamic, it would kill you! Following in the footsteps of the 1-Liter, L1 and XL1 concepts, the final version of the Volkswagen XL1 will be unveiled at the Geneva International Motor Show. It measures 3,888 mm in length, 1,665 mm in width and a mere …
GenevaRinspeed microMAX: Public transit in miniature
Rinspeed, the Swiss creative think-tank, is a household name at the Geneva Motor Show. And at this year’s event, the company will be introducing the microMAX concept. This minibus of sorts is roughly the same size as a Mazda2. It was designed to meet public transit needs in urban settings.
GenevaMcLaren P1 Hybrid with 916 Horsepower
Until now, McLaren has been showing off its P1 speedster while remaining mum about its mechanics. But now the news is out: the McLaren P1 is powered by an almighty hybrid drivetrain. Rechargeable Hybrid Drivetrain The P1 is equipped with the MP4-12C’s mid-mounted engine, namely the powerful 3.8L twin-turbo V8 …
GenevaMitsubishi CA-MIEV and GR-HEV Unveiled in Geneva
At the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, Japanese automaker Mitsubishi will be pulling the veil off two concept cars – both of which offer a glimpse of the future of alternative fuel vehicles. One is called the CA-MIEV and the other is the GR-HEV. The Mitsubishi CA-MIEV The CA-MIEV concept looks …
GenevaAudi S3 Sportback: The uncontested family car
Since its European debut, the A3 line has added several new trims to its family. Not only is there the three-door hatchback coupe, there’s the five-door A3 Sportback too. Last September, the German automaker unveiled the S3 sport coupe at the Paris Motor Show and now the company is doing …
GenevaHonda Civic Wagon Concept: For our friends in Europe
The Honda Civic models available in Europe are totally different from the ones sold in North America. On our side of the pond, we have access to a coupe and sedan, both of which have very conventional lines. Our lucky European counterparts, however, are offered the more dynamically styled three- …
GenevaToyota FT-86 Open Concept: Halting the rumour mill
The cat is out of the bag: Toyota is planning on producing a convertible version of its GT-86. In North America, this coupe is known as the Scion FR-S. Its clone is the Subaru BRZ. Today’s news is that Toyota will be the first to market a topless version. The …
GenevaBMW 3 Series GT: A follow-up to the 5 Series Gran Turismo
BMW has just posted the first official photos of its 3 Series Gran Turismo. Stylistically, this car is very similar to its big sister, the BMW 5 Series GT. This should help position the vehicle between this extremely popular line’s sedan and wagon. In fact, it’s a five-door hatchback sedan …
GenevaChevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible: Introduced in Geneva
Thanks to the small photo leaked by Maisto, we’ve already had a glimpse of the Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. The latest word is that the convertible version of the powerful 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will be officially unveiled in March, at the Geneva Motor Show. Thus, it stands to reason that …
GenevaAlfa Romeo 4C: Coming to America!
After unveiling two concept versions in recent years, Italy’s Alfa Romeo has confirmed that its 4C coupe will be on display at the Geneva Motor Show, which opens on March 7th. We’ve also been told that the alluring sport coupe inherited its lines from the discontinued 8C Competizione, but with …
GenevaAston Martin Rapide S: More aggressive and more powerful
Following in the footsteps of the new Vanquish and DB9, here comes the Aston Martin Rapide S. This five-door extended coupe has undergone a major facelift, with the most pronounced changes affecting its front section. The British automaker has redesigned the vehicle’s front grille, reducing its width and increasing its …

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