2016 Hyundai Sonata

The 2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport trim level, it adds a sunroof, hands-free Smart Trunk, chrome exterior door handles, welcome lights, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob, sport seats with leather bolsters and cloth inserts, and heated front seats. Hyundai mentions the proximity key with the push-button start as well.

These add to the standard features available on the Sonata Sport that include LED DRLs, 17-inch alloy wheels, 7-inch Display Audio system with Android Auto and rearview camera, and the 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar support.

The Value Edition package costs $950 on top of the Sonata Sport's pricing, which starts from $23,400, and it joins the Premium and the Tech (requires Premium Package) packages, priced at $1,900 and $2,450, respectively. The delivery charges for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata are $835 and they are not included in the prices mentioned above.

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2017 Lexus CT 200h

Dutch publication Autovisie reports that the new CT 200h will be underpinned by the same Toyota New Global Architecture as the 2016 Toyota Prius. Confirmation about the use of this platform is said to have come from a senior official within the Japanese automaker.

If the new CT 200h does indeed share its underpinnings with the latest Prius, then there's a strong chance it will borrow other technologies from it, too. The current hybrid hatch utilizes a 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 98 hp joined with an electric motor for a total of 134 hp.

By comparison, the latest Toyota Prius utilises a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine mated to an electric motor pumping out 71 hp and 120 lb-ft of torque. Lexus could borrow this powertrain and leave it unchanged for use in the second generation CT 200h or tweak it. Either way, it seems likely that it will be more powerful than the outgoing model.

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2017 Acura NSX

The 2017 Acura NSX,  supercar that will arrive in US dealers next spring starting from a hefty $156,000, topping out at $205,700 for a fully loaded model.

Acura said the NSX will be its first built-to-order car, with customers having a number of options to personalize the hybrid model, including eight exterior colors and four interior color schemes in three different seating surface options.

Other customization options will include several exterior and interior features such as three wheel designs with painted or polished finish, carbon-ceramic brake options, a carbon fiber interior sport package, carbon fiber roof, and more.

"The NSX is the pinnacle expression of Acura precision crafted performance and we're thrilled to take the next step toward bringing it to market," said Jon Ikeda, vice president and general manager of the Acura Division. "We're creating new space within the supercar realm, pushing the envelope beyond the conventional thinking about supercars – just like the original NSX."

Honda’s premium brand will begin to accept orders for the new NSX on February 25, 2016. The very first serial production model will be auctioned off at Barrett Jackson for the benefit of charitable organizations.

The new NSX comes with a mid-mounted turbo V6 and a trio of electric motors producing a combined 573hp.

2016 Tesla Model S Wagon

As with the 5-Series and E-Class, the Model S is available in a number of guises including the range-topping Model S P90D with 762 horses on tap, about 200 hp more than both the M5 and outgoing E63 AMG. So while the Model S may be a match in terms of performance for its rivals, it does fall short in one key area, its lack of availability as a wagon.

Both the 5-Series and E-Class are available in Touring and Estate guises respectively, adding a bucket load of practicality to the duo. Sadly, a second body style of the Model S isn't believed to be on the cards but that hasn't stopped Rain Prisk Designs from imagining how such a model could look.

Obviously lowered and sitting on a set of massive wheels, it's of little surprise that it looks more purposeful than the Model S sedan. Thanks to the implementation of an elongated roof as well as a steeply raked rear windscreen and short decklid, I think it actually looks sleeker and more attractive than the sedan.

Could Tesla secretly be developing such a car? That's a possibility ,but so is the American manufacturer creating a spaceship to send to Mars.

Whatever the case may be, a wagon of the upcoming entry-level Tesla Model 3 should become a reality.

2016 Vauxhall Maloo LSA

This is the 2016 Maloo LSA and its packing a 6.2-liter 536 PS supercharged V8 engine, which is starting to look a little ridiculous in a world where everybody is fighting over higher mpg figures. The Maloo LSA is a lot more preoccupied with hauling up to 540 kg from a standstill to 60 mph in a very short space of time.

On top of that, it's actually classed as a commercial vehicle, which means business users can even claim the VAT back from its £54,500 on-the-road price tag.

The power upgrade for the 2016 model is most welcome, especially considering how the previous car "only" had 431 PS. Torque has also gone up from 570 Nm (420 lb-ft) to 671 Nm (494 lb-ft) and those are some very impressive numbers - in fact, this is essentially the same unit fitted to the Camaro ZL1, though re-tuned.

In order for the Maloo LSA to make good use of the extra 105 PS and 101 Nm of torque, Vauxhall had to make some modifications to the vehicle's chassis, where spring and damper rates were stiffened to reduce body-roll and further improve turn-in. The rear suspension module also delivers improved rear stiffness and better rear braking efficiency.

Thanks to the Eaton 4-lobe supercharged, stand-alone water-to-air charge-air cooling system and high-flow exhaust system with bi-modal exhaust function, the Maloo is by far the fastest production pick up in not just the UK but also the fastest 'ute' manufactured in Australia.

Also, the Maloo LSA now comes standard with Launch Control (manual models only), a limited slip differential, Sat-Nav, Bluetooth, Onyx Leather, and EDI (Enhanced Driver Interface). In addition, the 2016 Maloo gets a redesigned front fascia with a new splitter and pitch-black bonnet air vents.

The same pitch-black theme makes its way to the mirror casings and wing-vents, whereas the new 20" five-spoke alloys complete the styling package quite aggressively. The Maloo's fresh look also comes courtesy of two new colors, namely Slipstream (vibrant blue) and Some Like It Hot (metallic red), which is arguably the best moniker ever given to a color.

1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL

RK claims that this is the highest price paid for a 1954 Gullwing since 2012 when Barrett Jackson sold a similar example for $2.2 million.

This particular 300SL was initially sold by lumber industry leader Leopold Bentley from Canada. He imported the German sports car with every available option excluding the Rudge wheels and with the car, helped set up a Canadian importer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles for Vancouver. His 300SL was used as a demonstrator to help attract customers and was eventually sold in 1956.

Over the proceeding decades and under the ownership of this second owner, it has been driven for over 45,000 miles. During the 1990s, it underwent a minor restoration which included a fresh lick of paint and some re-appointments throughout the interior to make it look as new as possible.

At RK Motors' most recent auction, it was sold with the original belly pans, books, tools and the optional Nardi steering wheels.

According to president of RK Collection Joseph Carroll “The '54 Gullwing brought this record price because of its pristine condition and flawless mechanics. This typifies the exceptional quality of the vehicles we make available to car collectors both here in the U.S., and throughout the world. This is underscored by the fact that this transaction signifies a three-year high for a'54 Gullwing, establishing a new price-point in the collector car market."

2016 Zenos Z10 R

The hot version of Zenos's lightweight track car will be powered by a 2.3-litre Ford Ecoboost engine, which produces 350bhp and 350lb ft for a power-to-weight ratio of 500bhp per tonne. The 0-60mph sprint is over in just 3.0sec, compared with the standard E10's 4.0sec.

Upgrades to the brakes and adjustable suspension, plus the fitment of lightweight wheels, will help the E10 R handle the 40% increase in power over the standard E10. Prices for the E10 R will start at £39,995.

The Ginetta G57 prototype will also make its first appearance at the show.

A 580bhp 6.3-litre Chevrolet LS3 V8 engine powers the G57, with a six-speed sequential gearbox sending drive to the rear wheels. A steel roll cage is used in addition to the carbonfibre monocoque chassis with carbonfibre crash box.

The Jaguar C-X75, as seen in the Bond film Spectre, will also appear at the Autosport International show in January.

2018 Volvo S60

In the coming years, Volvo will revamp its complete product lineup as well as introduce new models, which will help the Swedish manufacturer better compete against its established German rivals. It is said that by 2018, the oldest model in the lineup would be the Volvo XC90 that launched in 2014.

The first of Volvo’s next generation products are the 90 cluster, which includes the 2015 Volvo XC90 and Volvo S90. The 60 cluster will go in next, an important member of which is the Volvo S60. Offering an insight into its possible exterior design is a new render from Theophilus Chin.

The car appears to be heavily inspired by the bigger Volvo S90, featuring the characteristic LED headlamps with Thor’s hammer DRL’s, wide grille with vertical slats, and an angular pair of LED taillamps. The interior is likely to adopt Volvo’s simplistic design, which integrates most of the function in a large touchscreen display, thereby significantly reducing button count.

Based on the new SPA platform from the Volvo S90, the next S60 will pack a 1.5-liter Drive-E three cylinder turbo engine, which will be available in different power outputs. Higher variants will pack the bigger 2.0-liter Drive E engines as well as a plug-in hybrid variant. The new 8-speed automatic gearbox is a given on all variants.

The next generation Volvo S60 is announced by the company to be manufactured and exported globally from the US. The production will take place at its new South Carolina manufacturing plant which has just started to be built.

1960 Jaguar XK150

The Jaguar XK150 Drophead Coupe was produced in just 264 units throughout its lifetime, so spotting one on the road is close to impossible.

This particular car came to life back in January 1960 and it was shipped to Jaguar's main dealership in New York, USA. This is where its first owner, J M Boscoe, came to take it to Sacramento, California, where it spent some time and was driven for 40,000 miles (64,374km) until it was sold.

Its new owner took it to Nevada where it remained until 2009, when it was discovered completely intact and with the same figure on its odometer.

In the same year, the vendor brought it back to the UK, for a thorough examination, which revealed that the Drophead Coupe was completely original. However, to a few signs of corrosion meant it underwent a bare metal restoration, which returned it to its former glory. During the restoration process its engine, a 3.8-liter rated at 220hp, was stripped down and rebuilt.

Work on the left-hand drive model was carried by MRC Restoration and the interior was re-trimmed by Suffolk and Turley of Coventry. Before finding a new owner, the classic Jag won several concours events.

"The Jaguar XK150 is undeniably one of the world's fastest and safest cars. It is quiet and exceptionally refined mechanically, docile and comfortable... we do not know of any more outstanding example of alue for money", wrote Autocar back 

2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia

Alfa Romeo is currently in the midst of its global relaunch and re-introduction into the U.S. market. The Italian marque's key new model launched is the 3-Series-rivalling Giulia sedan and, as part of Alfa's future plans, a further seven models are set to be launched.

Originally, Alfa Romeo was intending to launch all eight new models, including the Giulia, by 2018. Now, those models won't arrive until mid-2020 at the earliest due largely to the slowdown in the Chinese market.

Additionally, reduced investment in Alfa Romeo from 2018 and the increased need for an expanding distribution network around the world are being blamed for the two year delay in the model roll out.

Beyond the Giulia, Alfa Romeo's future model line-up will go as follows. Initially, two differently-sized SUVs, currently codenamed Tipo 949 and Tipo 962, will be launched. Soon after, an executive sedan (Tipo 961), most likely a BMW 5-Series rival, will hit the market. After that, a new sports car available in both Spider and Coupe guise will be released, as will an additional two compact models, one of which will be a replacement to the Giulietta.

While Alfa has decided to delay its new models, it is still confident that when all eight models hit the market, annual sales will rise from 80,000 units to the 400,000 mark. That's great news. Unless they change the timetable. Yes, again.

2016 Toyota Prius by TOM's Racing

The Toyota Prius may have only been introduced a couple of months ago, yet already tuning company TOM's Racing has previewed its upcoming bodykit and tuning upgrades for the popular hybrid.

Understandably, TOM's Racing has decided to add some much needed aggression to the 2016 Prius and has done just that with the updated front end.

Toyota's all-new hybrid sports a custom bumper as well as blacked-out elements surrounding the daytime running lights that give off the impression of being air intakes.

Additionally, the tuner has elected to install a new front lip spoiler which doesn't only make the hybrid significantly more menacing but also perfectly complements the rest of the visual modifications. At the sides, extended skirts have been fitted as have a set of large alloy wheels.

The changes are completed at the rear with a new bumper, bold diffuser and, rather amusingly, quad stacked tailpipes similar to those of the Lexus IS F and Ferrari California.

Rounding off the initial upgrades is a lowered suspension. At this stage, TOM's Racing hasn't announced whether it intends to tune the 121 hp hybrid powertrain of the Prius or not.

2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA

Although Fairy Design is not very well known outside Japan, in its home country it has made a name for itself when it comes to modifying luxury imports such as Mercedes, Porsche, Maserati.

Moreover, the tuning company collaborated with Liberty Walk on the Gran Turismo project we featured not that long ago, making good use of their expertise.

Liberty Walk’s wide-body kits are very popular nowadays, but not everybody can get their hands on a high-end exotic to sport the desirable look. Other companies out there (like Pandem and TRA-Kyoto) appeal to the common motorist, but the “Rocket Bunny” kits are race-inspired (and somewhat crude), so Fairy Design probably tried its luck with a mild posh-car that's not getting much attention.

The kit for Mercedes' compact sedan consists of a front lip spoiler, a rear diffuser, a trunk spoiler and, of course, widened wheel flares. The end result combines the vehicle’s slanted roofline with a widened stance, and the tuner asks approximately $9,909 if the kit made from carbon fiber. Is it worth the buck? That's up to CLA owners to decide.

2017 Volvo V90 Station Wagon

The Volvo S90 is one appealing ride overall. Its more versatile variant, the V90 station wagon that will come out next year, on the other hand, is a very enticing, and practical, proposition too.

Adding a powerhouse of an engine under the hood and creating a super estate that can mix it with supercars is not a novel idea. Audi has being doing it for many years, starting with the original S2, and others like BMW, Audi and Jaguar, have followed suit.

Having acquired Polestar and rolled out performance versions of the S60/V60 duo, Volvo's head honcho Hakan Samuelsson is entertaining the idea of doing the same on its flagship models. Though he did not discuss details, he did comment that hybrids are the way to go for future Polestar-engineered Volvos.

The new S90 is already available with a plug-in hybrid powertrain in T8 Twin Engine version, which combines a 318hp four-cylinder turbocharged and supercharged engine with an 80 hp electric motor and a 46 hp starter generator for a total output of 349hp, and we don't have to be clairvoyants to predict that it will power the V90, too.

Not bad, but far from having the slightest chance to challenge the almighty 605hp RS6 Performance Edition. Of course, Volvo won't go into a gunfight with a knife and, though it's not official, it seems like it plans to reveal its own weapon at some point.

This, naturally, gives artists an incentive to dream of how such a car might look. The latest rendering comes from Rain Prisk Designs. The front fascia doesn't change much, but the suspension is significantly lowered and the car rides on much bigger wheels that house larger-diameter brakes with red calipers. All the hallmarks of a performance estate, then, though we doubt the sloping roofline and longer third window will ever make it to production even if the S90 Polestar does.

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2018 Maserati Alfieri

The impressive Maserati Alfieri has popped up and it might be the coolest thing you have seen this month.

However, there is a catch, so before contacting your local Maserati dealership to place a deposit, you should know that this, unfortunately, only exists in the virtual world.

It's a rendering signed by Rain Prisk Designs and it shows the gorgeous exterior design of the Italian model, that resembles very much to a beefed up Ferrari FF.

The blue-finished model has received a longer roofline that tapers very convincingly at the rear and blends in with the muscular wheel arches.

Maserati Alfieri's future is still far away as reports indicate that the model's production has been postponed for 2018, when it should have hit the assembly line sometimes next year. It may be a major delay, but the vehicle is expected to retain the original design of the concept and be offered with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine under its hood.

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2016 Land Rover Defender 2.2 TDCI

Although it might look like a standard, tamed Defender at first sight, this particular machine is actually a wide-track variant with front and rear wings extended outwards and exposed vents and apertures. Other than that, it’s business as usual for the Kahn-enhanced Land Rover, boasting a revised styling with Kahn bonnet lettering, bonnet vents and a large Chelsea Truck Company Spare wheel.

The list of visual upgrades doesn’t end there, as the truck comes garnished with a Volcanic Black satin roof, new daytime running lights and other features designed to emphasize the capable and dynamic character of the Defender.

Furthermore, according to Project Kahn, although the vehicle looks like a rugged, hard instrument ready to tackle the outdoors with its 4x4 system, it actually comes with a luxurious cabin sporting front GTB sports seats, Churchill Time Clock Fascia insert in red, Billet and Leather steering wheel and vented foot pedals in machined aluminum.

In case you can’t get enough of this cool-looking Defender, Kahn is willing to let it go for £25,875 ($39,257).

2016 Renault Trafic

For Trafic customers who are looking to give their vans a more distinctive, sporty look, the French company has come up with a sport package that visually enhances the vehicle’s style.

Named the new Sport+ body-kit, it takes its inspiration from the Renaultsport range and can be installed on all variants of the van. It’s priced at $1,514 and consists of front and rear spoilers, front fog-light surrounds, side running boards and striped decals, designed to fit the contours of the Trafic’s side panels. The kit also packs LED daytime running lights positioned in the lower grille and can be ordered, optionally, in any of the ten available body colors.

Mind you, the side decals can be chosen in black, red, or white, to match the overall hue, while multiple silver elements are housed in the front spoiler, side running boards and front fog-lights. The rear spoiler is offered only in black, though.

This is as sporty as a Trafic can get straight out of the factory, which means its four diesel engines are completely stock. No matter; you don't expect to go racing in a van now.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu LT Hybrid

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu LT Hybrid uses a 1.8-liter direct-injected internal combustion engine, mated to a two-motor electric drive unit, slightly tweaked, developing 182hp and returning a GM-estimated 48 / 45 / 47 mpg in city / highway / combined. On electric power, the Malibu Hybrid can go up to a top speed of 55mph (88km/h).

"The Malibu leverages knowledge and technology directly from the second-generation Chevrolet Volt. By leveraging technology, we are broadening our level of expertise and lessons learned to bring consumers a world-class hybrid", said the marketing director of Chevrolet Cars and Crossovers, Steve Majoros.

Some of the standard features that come with the car include the MyLink Radio with a 7-inch color touchscreen display, a rearview camera, cruise control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, push-button start with passive entry and 10 airbags.

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid also comes with the standard Lane Keep Assist, Front Pedestrian Braking and Low Speed Front Automatic Braking. All Malibu versions get the Teen Driver, a system that mutes the audio and any paired device when the front-seat occupants aren't wearing their seatbelts and it also allows parents to view info on how their teenagers drove the car.

General Motors will offer the 2016 Malibu Hybrid LT from $28,645 and the model will become available next spring. The vehicle is built at the GM Fairfax Assembly facility, in Kansas City.

McLaren SLR

The SLR McLaren, it remains one of the most sought-after, hard-to get Mercs out there, even though the Germans produced plenty of units (if you don’t take into account the exclusive, supercar-royalty 722 and Stirling Moss models).

Granted, with about 2,000 built, you can say the SLR is “massed produced” only if you compare it with the Maserati MC12, the Ferrari F50, the Bugatti Veyron or other exclusive supercars; but even so, you’ll probably come across, inadvertently, over an example (or two) looking for an owner, like this Kahn-tuned example.

Sporting some “subtle” visual cues, like the humongous Kahn-rims, this Roadster is offered for sale by the British tuning house for £349,875 ($531,162). A “hefty” price tag, but considering the fact that you get a rare car with a lot of racing pedigree and heritage (from both Mercedes and McLaren), with only 9,897 miles (~16,000 km) of strain on its 5,439 cc, 617 hp V8, and – probably – a nice set of wheels, it doesn’t seem so outrageous.

Don’t forget, it may look like a Grand Tourer, but it's actually a proper supercar, sporting a 19-inch brake system, capable of reaching a max top speed of 334 km/h (207 mph), but not before sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.8 seconds.

Kahn says this is one of only nine similar cars registered on UK roads and represents “an incredible investment opportunity that will only appreciate in value”. There’s no argue with them, the SLR McLaren is a future classic.

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1969 McLaren M12 Coupe

The McLaren F1 , This supercar is a development of the McLaren M6 / M12 Can-Am car, turned street-legal in France by a previous owner and, with just 8 units produced in total, it's an extremely rare sight, especially since original M12s were Spyders and this was converted into a coupe, in the late '70s.

The impressive machine has an engine bay designed to fit a Chevy Big Block V8, but many buyers ended up swapping in different units and it led to a smaller number of these cars remaining in original condition. The model presented here, the #60-14, hasn’t been modified and the big V8 engine signed by Chevrolet is still found behind the driver.

This McLaren M12 Coupe had a long history and numerous owners, including Shelby, where it stayed for a year in 1969, an Italian collector, a European dealer and, finally, its current owner, who has it since 2011 and decided to offer it for sale.

If money is no problem, then here's your chance to own this exclusive vehicle, but don’t expect any official price tag, and chances are a serious buyer probably won't even ask for one until he is ready to sign the papers.

2016 Bentley Bentayga

The Bentley Bentayga, the automaker is already thinking about its next step with a sportier version of the model with a four-door coupe bodystyle. The report published in November quoted unnamed sources from the British brand and pointed towards a possible concept at next year's Geneva Motor Show, in March. 

If you're curious to see how such a model may look like, photoshopper RM Car Design came up with a couple of renderings that try to visualize its bodystyle.

It has same front fascia as the Bentayga, but with a sportier roofline, tapered towards the rear. The tailgate was slightly updated for a more modern approach, similar to that of the more afforadle Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe and BMW X6..

If Bentley decides to make it, it will have a lot in common with the "regular" Bentayga, sporting the same 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 gasoline engine under its hood, which is rated at 608PS (600hp) and 900Nm (663lb-ft) of torque. 

2016 Volkswagen Golf GTi Cabriolet

The revised Golf GTi Cabriolet can be now ordered from Volkswagen dealers in Europe, with a starting price of €37,075 ($40,666) in Germany.
Volkswagen just freshened-up the Golf GTi Cabriolet, offering an affordable, sharp-looking, sporty drop- top in the process.

Mind you, the facelift doesn’t bring a radical overhaul to the car’s design, but the subtle, revised visual cues make a whole lot of difference to the overall aspect of the model. With a sportier exterior, upgraded interior and new body colors, Volkswagen’s roofless compact car looks fresh.

Of course, the typical re-imagined GTi features sprinkled throughout the car (both inside and out) makes it seem even more performance-oriented – a trait underlined by the vehicle’s red-striped radiator grille with its honeycomb structure, red painted brake calipers, new bumpers and side sills, the new high-gloss diffuser, and the 17/18-inch wheels .

The interior was reworked as well, now boasting a new, leather-wrapped steering wheel (including gear knob and hand brake lever) that complements the classic checkered seat covers, or the optional leather upholstery with red accents.

Under the hood, things remained more or less the same. The new edition of the sporty convertible has exactly the same performance figures of the classic Golf GTi, which means the 2.0-litre 4-banger must cope with the 217 hp output. Still, that’s enough to take the car from 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 6.9 seconds, while the sport chassis and electronic differential lock assures that the driver has a big grin on his face while driving.

2016 Fiat Tipo

The new Tipo sedan is offered with a choice of four engines, two petrol, the 1.4-liter with 95PS (94hp) & 127Nm (94lb-ft) of torque and the 1.6-liter with 110PS (108hp) & 152Nm (112lb-ft) of torque, and two diesels, the 1.3L 95PS (94hp) and the 1.6L 120PS (118hp).

The cheapest version of the model should start from around €12,500 ($13,746), while for the 120PS turbo diesel, customers will reportedly have to pay €16,500 ($18,143).

Fiat will produce the new Tipo at the Tofas facility, in Bursa, Turkey, where it will be known as the Aegea, and it will offer it for sale in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East and Africa). The compact sedan will be joined by two more body styles, the hatchback and the estate, in 2016.

2016 Toyota Verso

The Toyota Safety Sense includes systems like a Pre-Collision system, Lane Departure Alert and Automatic High Beam and is fitted as standard across the whole range.

Moreover, the upgraded cabin now hosts a new leather steering wheel with a more sporty design and a new gear lever with a metal and leather finish, while the center console features graphite color inserts which are also found on the parking brake lever and the cupholders.

The seats are covered by a new fabric upholstery with embossed inserts and there is also the option of part-leather trim in dark grey or light grey in the more expensive models.

A seven-inch touchscreen display is the home for Toyota’s Touch2 multimedia system, which in its latest generation is even more user-friendly and has more functions.

The 2016 Toyota Verso is also available in a new Platinum Bronze color and with newly-designed 16- and 17-inch alloy wheels.

The new Toyota Verso will be available across Europe from February 2016, with a choice of a 1.6-litre D-4D diesel and two Valvematic petrol 1.6-litre and 1.8-litre engines.

2017 Honda Civic Coupe Type R

The new Honda Civic Coupe continues to draw the attention of digital artists who are giving it the Type R treatment.

This rendered attempt was signed by X-Tomi who modded the high-performance Civic with a darker blue shade, along with a different grille, a more aggressive front bumper with an apron sporting red accents, wider front and rear fenders connected by updated side sills, darkened taillights, a different rear bumper and a larger wing.

The chrome accents on the window surrounds were dropped for a black finish, which was also applied to the side mirror caps, and contributing to its final looks are the new set of large wheels, with red accents, covering the high-performance brakes with red calipers.

If this was the real thing, then we could have talked about an updated interior with bucket seats, a sportier steering wheel and the Type R badging, among others, while the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder powertrain from the current European hot hatch, would have been found under its hood, producing 306hp (310PS) and 295lb-ft (400Nm) of torque.

But don't fret as we'll see Honda's first Civic Type R in the States by early 2017.

2016 Ford Everest

Ford Everest SUV caught fire while being test driven by an automotive journalist in Australia.
Soon after the blaze, reports surfaced suggesting that the fire could have been caused by a model-wide problem, possibly leading to an extensive recall. Following an extensive investigation from Ford Australia, it has been concluded that no such action will have to be taken.
Despite the Everest in question being badly damaged by the inferno, Ford Australia discovered that the fire was sparked by an incorrectly installed replacement battery. Although specifics haven't been given, there's a potential that post-production, the battery was installed improperly which led to the positive and negative leads touching, ultimately sparking the fire.
Importantly, Ford Australia says that the issue is a one-off. Specifically, the statement said “All of the data collected during the exhaustive investigation to date indicates this is a situation which is not systemic to Everest or Ranger.”
The journalist behind the wheel, Peter Barnwell, reported that just before the engine caught fire, a selection of warning lights appeared across the instrument panel. Soon after, the engine stopped and the display went black before flames crept out from under the hood. While fire crews were on the scene in just five minutes, much of the brand new car was destroyed.

2016 Toyota Yaris

The small hatch has gained a new Design grade, which replaces the Sport in the lineup and comes with standard features that include chrome fog lamp surrounds, gloss black honeycomb mesh grille, projector headlights, LED DRLs, rear spoiler, LED taillights, 16-inch black and machined-face alloy wheels, rearview camera, Bluetooth, DAB tuner, Toyota Touch 2 and cruise control.

Toyota also offers a new bi-color option, for £795, which provides an Eclipse Black metallic finish for the roof, A-pillars, side mirrors and upper grille, combined with Vermillion Red or Glacier Pearl White bodywork. The later has a two-tone grey seat upholstery and both add black headlining.

The Active hybrid version of the Yaris gets a new Spinne black cloth seat trim, while the Icon adds DAB digital radio, black Spinne seat trim, cruise control, rear privacy glass and new 15-inch alloys. The Excel, which becomes a hybrid-only trim, comes with automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, auto-dimming rearview mirror, cooled glovebox, rear power windows and 16-inch wheels. 

Two factory-fitted option packs are also available, the Convenience (£950), with automatic headlights and wipers, keyless entry, push-button start, dual-zone climate control and auto-folding mirrors, on the petrol and diesel Design versions, and the Premium Pack (£1,095), available on the Excel Hybrid, with a Skyview panoramic roof, Toyota Touc 2 with Go navigation, keyless entry, auto-folding side mirrors and rear spoiler.

Other options include the front and rear parking sensors, leather interior with contrast stitching, Go navigation for the Toyota Touch 2 and a Protection Pack. Last but not least, Toyota offers the Safety Sense, which can be specified for the Icon, Design and Excel versions, equipping the model with Automatic High Beam, Lane Departure Alert and Pre-Collision System. 

1965 Ferrari 330 GT Shark Nose

As the name of the car denotes, it is unlike any other 330 GT produced in that it has a distinct front fascia. Originally, the car, chassis number 6537 GT was the same as the other 505 units of the 'Series I' 330 GT 2+2 produced and therefore complete with four headlamps as well as a four-speed transmission.

Its first owner was John Mecom Jr, the founding owner of the New Orleans Saints. After his purchase and the car's importation to the United States, it was shipped back to Italy where the bespoke front-end was created. In 1969, Mecom parted ways with the car with an enthusiast from Georgia taking ownership. Soon after, it was sold to Richard Kirzinger from Kentucky and repainted Metallic Red.

Kirzigher sold the 330 GT 'Shark Nose' in 2007 with the new owner having it comprehensively restored by Ferrari of Washington. During the restoration, it was repainted in its current shade of blue while the tan leather interior was reappointed and the mechanical components all recommissioned. As it sits, the car rolls on a set of original Borrani wire-spoke wheels with brand new tyres.

While no pre-auction estimate has been given, reports claim that it will sell for somewhere in the six-figure range.

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