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Renault.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – April 18, 2025. For CEO Luca de Meo, it is fortunate not to be represented in North America and China. The brand is currently riding a wave of success and is a year ahead of VW.

Opel Grandland Electric.
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By Frank Wald

cenews – April 17, 2025. From smiling spiders and curious sharks - "Easter eggs" are the little gags that designers hide in cars as a personal touch and are sometimes difficult to find.

Toyota GR Yaris.

cenews – April 15, 2025. Experience from motorsport as the basis for the latest expansion stage of the small road sports car, vertical handbrake optional, eight-speed automatic transmission, most selected extras now standard.

Leapmotor C10 REEV.

cenews – April 8, 2025. In March, the still young Stellantis brand recorded over 330 new registrations. This month, the C10 REEV goes on sale. A 1.5-liter engine recharges the battery while driving.

Abarth 600e.
By Frank Wald

cenews – April 8, 2025. With the 600e Scorpionissima, Abarth is putting its most powerful series-produced electric car on the road - venomous and with a growling engine sound at the push of a button, but not quite cheap either.

Leapmotor C10 Reev.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – April 1, 2025. With the C10 Reev, Leapmotor is adding a variant with extended range to its electric SUV series; the 1.5-liter combustion engine supplies power for the main electric drive.

Harley-Davidson Experience Tour 2025.

cenews – March 31, 2025. Including new and optimized bikes for 2025 in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, advice from experts from the regional stores, test rides in cooperation with Louis dealers.

Jeep Avenger 4xe Hybrid, Sondermodell „The North Face Edition“.

cenews – March 31, 2025. The 48-volt hybrid system combines a 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine with two 21 kW electric motors on the front and rear axles.

Skoda Enyaq.
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By Martin Wittler

cenews – March 31, 2025. The successful electric model from the Czechs is getting a facelift. It now bears the new "Modern-Solid" design language and offers a range of almost 600 kilometers.

Mercedes-Benz e-Vito.

cenews – March 26, 2025. Mercedes-Benz now also offers the all-electric panel van with a peak output of 150 kW and a larger battery for a range of up to 480 kilometers for 46,000 euros.

Mazda CX-30.
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By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – March 23, 2025. There is no substitute for displacement, as the saying goes. Here, 2.5 liters meet 140 hp and a hybrid system. The standard consumption can be undercut. Comfortable on the road.

Volvo XC90.
By Frank Wald

cenews – March 21, 2025. Plug-in hybrid instead of electric: Volvo refreshes its combustion engine flagship XC90 once again, limited electric range, Android infotainment system with over-the-air updates.

Opel Genève (1975).

cenews – March 17, 2025. The Genève study for the Geneva Motor Show 50 years ago was the result of a halted Wankel project. In the same year, the GT2 was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
By Frank Wald

cenews – March 14, 2025. Five years after the European market launch, Mitsubishi's fourth-generation plug-in hybrid SUV Outlander is rolling out to dealers with a new design and higher-quality equipment.

Mazda CX-60.
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By Walther Wuttke

cenews – March 13, 2025. When updating the model for the second half of the year, the engineers listened to the feedback from customers, who wanted more ride comfort in particular.

Weltpremiere des Toyota C-HR+ auf dem Kenshiki Forum.
By Frank Wald

cenews – March 12, 2025. At the self-organized Kenshiki Forum in Brussels, the Japanese presented their new battery-electric SUVs, which will be rolling out to European dealerships in the course of the year.

Volkswagen Tayron.
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By Guido Reinking

cenews – March 9, 2025. A completely new VW model - that doesn't happen very often. The 7-seater Tayron has no direct predecessor. It is an independent SUV model, positioned between the Tiguan and Touareg.

Audi Q5 Sportback.
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By Guido Reinking

cenews – March 7, 2025. The successful model enters what may be its last generation. The new hybrid drive is a stunner, but the massive radiator grille is more a matter of taste. Plug-in comes later.

Toyota-Deutschland-Präsident Mario Köhler mit dem Urban Cruiser.
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By Frank Wald

cenews – March 2, 2025. The new Managing Director of Toyota Germany talks to Autoren Union Mobilität about the transformation to electromobility, upcoming model policy and the "Prius effect".

Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI.
By Michael Kirchberger

cenews – February 28, 2025. Plenty of space, an economical engine and a well thought-out operating concept are just some of the virtues of the brand's largest model. High towing capacity and also available as a seven-seater on request.

DS No. 8.
By Frank Wald

cenews – February 21, 2025. The new electric flagship No. 8 from DS promises avant-garde design, luxurious comfort and a range of up to 750 kilometers, but compromises on space in the rear.

Mitsubishi Grandis.

cenews – February 18, 2025. Under the old name Grandis, a family-friendly compact SUV with hybrid drive will be available from the fall. Another will be purely electric.

Hyundai Inster.
By Frank Wald

cenews – February 13, 2025. Small, versatile and spacious: Hyundai's new small electric car Inster is shaking up the competition with its smart design, practical versatility and good value for money.

Renault Trafic E-Tech Electric, Estafette E-Tech Electric und Goelette E-Tech Electric (von links).

cenews – February 10, 2025. With the new Trafic, Goelette and Estafette, three all-electric van series will be launched on the market from 2026, covering almost every field of application.

Toyota Urban Cruiser.
By Frank Wald

cenews – February 7, 2025. With the Urban Cruiser, the Japanese want to continue their electric strategy and score points in the booming B-SUV segment, sister model to the eVitara, surprisingly spacious.

Cupra Dark Rebel.
By Frank Wald

cenews – February 6, 2025. According to Spanish reports, VW has given the green light for the sporty electric GT. Production version with up to 500 hp based on the Boxster and Cayman is expected this decade.

Citroën C4.
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By Guido Borck

cenews – February 5, 2025. The suspension of the revised third generation is inspiring and reminiscent of the brand's legendary hydropneumatics. A smooth glider with chat GPT at prices from 23,300 euros.

2027 will Volkswagen ein Elektromodell für rund 20.000 Euro auf den Markt bringen.

cenews – February 5, 2025. At the works meeting in Wolfsburg, VW employees were able to take a look at the design of the electric entry-level model. But first comes the ID 2 in 2026.

VW Passat Variant.
By Frank Wald

cenews – February 2, 2025. In the ninth edition, the VW Passat stretches to 4.92 meters in the direction of the upper league, ample space, improved infotainment, basic engine economical, but weak.

Ari 1570 als miltitärisches Versorgungsfahrzeug.

cenews – January 31, 2025. The Saxon supplier of electric vans is delivering its mini truck to the Czech army as a supply vehicle. The 458 is already driving for the German army.

Subaru Forester.
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By Frank Wald

cenews – January 30, 2025. The sixth generation of the Japanese SUV continues undeterred on its fossil course, albeit with less power, but with more driving comfort, connectivity and off-road qualities.

Pirelli P-Zero.

cenews – January 26, 2025. 40 years ago, the "P Zero" was the first ultra-high-performance tire to make its debut on a Lancia Delta S4 Stradale. The fifth generation of the tire will soon be launched.

VW Polo I (1975–1981).

cenews – January 4, 2025. The VW Polo appeared 50 years ago, rounding off the start of the front-wheel drive era. Over 20 million units have been produced in six generations to date. Successful sports car.

GWM Wey 05.
By Frank Wald

cenews – December 27, 2024. Despite its luxury equipment, unrivaled range and fair prices, the plug-in SUV is met with reluctance - is it the appearance or the annoying "supervisor" in the cockpit?

Alfa Romeo liefert den ersten 33 Stradale aus.

cenews – December 20, 2024. The 33 Stradale from Alfa Romeo is hand-built to customer specifications and is reminiscent of the Tipo from 1967. It is 333 km/h fast and costs a seven-figure sum.

Lynk & Co 02.
By Frank Wald

cenews – December 20, 2024. With its first electric car 02, the Chinese-Swedish car manufacturer Lynk & Co is launching a new attempt to revive its sharing mobility concept.

Diese Böhmerland 600 von 1931 wird auf Catawiki versteigert.

cenews – December 15, 2024. An example of the motorcycle with up to three seats is being offered on the online marketplace Catawiki. The 1931 machine is said not to have been ridden a single kilometer.

Ducati Panigale V4 „Tricolore“.

cenews – December 9, 2024. Ducati says goodbye to the year with a collector's edition limited to 1000 units for 54,500 euros. The world's first production motorcycle with Front Brake Pro from Brembo.

Skoda Elroq.
By Frank Wald

cenews – December 9, 2024. E-compact SUV Skoda Elroq shines with new design language, ample space and affordable entry-level price, brand lettering on the front for the first time, three battery sizes.

Opel Frontera.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – December 6, 2024. Opel has answered the call and brings the compact Frontera onto the road. Lots of space for less than 29,000 euros. Another 5000 euros cheaper as a hybrid with up to seven seats.

Range Rover SV Candeo.

cenews – December 5, 2024. Exclusive one-off from the in-house Bespoke SV personalization department unveiled at Design Miami, leather interior with bright embroidery, natural wood and massage seats in the rear.

Peugeot Landtrek.

cenews – December 5, 2024. Pick-up receives new turbodiesel with eight-speed automatic transmission and permanent all-wheel drive, digital cockpit and modern assistance systems, not available to order in Germany.

DS N° 8.

cenews – December 3, 2024. With the launch of a new all-electric SUV, the brand is not only introducing a new model series, but also the future nomenclature with a French character.

Maserati feierte mit der „Trident Experience“ in Modena seinen 110. Geburtstag: Enthüllung des Gran Turismo „110 Anniversario“.

cenews – December 2, 2024. Maserati celebrated its 110th anniversary in Modena for two days. A Gran Turismo "110 Anniversario" is built for each year. Vehicle parade on the race track.

Mercedes-Benz W 196 R, 1954,1955.

cenews – November 30, 2024. One of the most important racing cars of the 1950s will be auctioned in Stuttgart by Sotheby's together with Mercedes-Benz.

BMW R 12 S.

cenews – November 28, 2024. With the R 12 S, the brand is reminiscent of the legendary R 90 S from the seventies. Some concessions to modernity. From February for 22,000 euros.

Peugeot 508 SW PHEV.
By Frank Wald

cenews – November 28, 2024. In addition to the purely electric versions, the lion brand wants to put its customers on the e-course with mild hybrid and plug-in drives, the second generation with a larger battery and range.

Ein Prototyp des Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale hat bei Testfahrten im süditalienischen Nardò eine Höchstgeschwindigkeit von 333 km/h erreicht.

cenews – November 26, 2024. The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale reached a top speed of 333 km/h during test drives in Nardò. The first units will be delivered at the end of the year.

Toyota Land Cruiser 250.
By Guido Borck

cenews – November 26, 2024. Toyota is launching a completely new Land Cruiser. Both the off-road characteristics and the driving comfort on the road have been significantly improved. The price: just under 68,000 euros.

Art Car Alpine A110 Monochromatic (2024).

cenews – November 26, 2024. For the fourth Art Car, the brand collaborated with photographer Mathieu Cesar. A monochromatic interplay of light and shadow.

Silence S04.
By Frank Wald

cenews – November 24, 2024. Nissan is now selling the electric micromobiles from Spanish manufacturer Acciona, as limited edition L6e and L7e versions with individually removable and rechargeable battery trolleys.

Vorserienfahrzeug eines elektrischen SUV-Coupés von DS.

cenews – November 22, 2024. The new electric model of the premium brand in the Stellantis Group is to be presented at the end of the year. 50 pre-series vehicles are currently undergoing everyday testing in France.

Hyundai Ioniq 9.

cenews – November 21, 2024. Hyundai is launching the largest Ioniq to date next year. Electric SUV with up to seven seats. Three performance levels, 620 kilometers range and high towing capacity.

Am 18. November 1899 stellte Laurin & Klement zwei Ein-Zylinder-Motorräder vor, deren selbst entwickelter Motor, elektromagnetische Zündung und Benzintank durch einen Rohrrahmen geschützt wurden. Über einen Lederriemen trieb der Motor das Hinterrad an.

cenews – November 18, 2024. 125 years ago today, Skoda's predecessor company Laurin & Klement presented its first motorcycles on a Prague racetrack. Six years later, the first car was ready.

Der BMW 5 ist „German Car of the Year 2025”.

cenews – November 15, 2024. 140 cars and five finalists: 40 motoring journalists decided on the 2025 winner. For the first time in six years, no electric car came out on top. Controversial design.

BYD Sealion 7.
By Frank Wald

cenews – November 15, 2024. Largest Chinese electric car manufacturer brings eighth model to Europe, surrendering "sea lion" attacks Tesla's Model Y with beefy performance and crisp prices.

Mazda CX-60.

cenews – November 13, 2024. The chassis will be retuned for next year. Two new top versions with full equipment. On sale from February. Prices start at 47,990 euros.

Porsche Taycan GTS (r.) und GTS Sport Turismo.

cenews – November 12, 2024. The GTS with up to 515 kW is also available as a Sport Turismo. The entry-level version of the model series can now also be ordered with all-wheel drive on request.

Nissan Interstar.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – November 12, 2024. The new van based on the Renault Master offers the best cw value and is available as a diesel or fully electric panel van.

Renault Rafale E-Tech Plug-in-Hybrid 300 4x4.
By Guido Borck

cenews – November 11, 2024. The brand's new top model is said to consume just 0.6 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers and can drive up to 105 kilometers on electric power alone.

Kia EV3.
By Frank Wald

cenews – November 11, 2024. With the compact e-SUV, the Koreans offer a new entry into their electric fleet, eye-catching design and long ranges, but weaknesses in power and charging performance.

Alfa Romeo Junior.

cenews – November 9, 2024. The Junior Ibrida starts at 29,500 euros. The 136 hp four-cylinder engine is supported by a 21 kW electric motor.

Mazda CX-30.
By Frank Wald

cenews – November 4, 2024. New entry-level engine with mild hybrid technology and cylinder deactivation for compact classics and crossovers replaces previous two-liter variants, Amazon Alexa and hybrid navigation.

Abarth 600e Turismo.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – November 1, 2024. The 600e is the first five-door model from Abarth and the brand's most powerful car to date. Turismo with 240 hp and limited top model with 280 hp.

Skoda Octavia RS Combi.
By Frank Wald

cenews – October 31, 2024. The Czech bestseller series has a new sporty spearhead with 265 hp, a combination of power and comfort, and a fifth of customers consistently order the top model.

Hyundai Initium.
By Jens Meiners

cenews – October 31, 2024. With the Initium study, the Korean manufacturer has committed itself to the fuel cell as an alternative to its own wide range of battery-powered electric vehicles.

Skoda Kodiaq RS.

cenews – October 30, 2024. The sportiest version of the SUV has 265 hp and 400 Newton meters of torque. It reaches 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds. Another engine for the series with 204 hp.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT.

cenews – October 30, 2024. Yamaha has extensively revised the Tracer 9. Many optimizations increase long-distance comfort. GT+ with almost everything that is technically possible.

Toyota.

cenews – October 30, 2024. Production of the vehicle is due to start in India in the spring. Jointly developed platform. The two companies have been working together for eight years.

Porsche 911 Carrera T.

cenews – October 29, 2024. The 911 Carrera T is also available as a convertible for the first time. Over 40 kilograms lighter. Specially tuned rear axle steering, lowered chassis.

Lancia Ypsilon Rally 4 HF.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – October 29, 2024. Next year, the 212 hp Ypsilon will initially compete in its own brand trophy, after which the winner will compete in the European Championship.

MG ZS Hybrid+.
By Frank Wald

cenews – October 29, 2024. Following its surprise success in the electric segment, the Chinese brand now also wants to score points in the combustion engine segment with a full and plug-in hybrid, more than 10,000 euros cheaper.

KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo.

cenews – October 28, 2024. The big touring enduro from the Austrians gets more of everything. The displacement increases by 49 cubic centimeters, the power increases to 173 hp. Technical innovations.

Subaru Outback „Edition Platinum Cross“.
By Jens Riedel

cenews – October 27, 2024. The Subaru Outback is a crossover for individualists with a wide range of uses. Good driving comfort, plenty of space and practical details.

Yamaha MT-07.

cenews – October 25, 2024. The fourth generation of Yamaha's naked bike features numerous innovations adopted from its bigger sister. Optionally with automated manual transmission.

Honda CMX 1100 Rebel.

cenews – October 24, 2024. There is a little more power, a new display and improved ergonomics based on customer feedback. SE model variant with accessories ex works.

Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce.

cenews – October 24, 2024. The top-of-the-range electric model delivers 280 hp and accelerates the small car to 100 km/h in under six seconds, and only stops at 200 km/h.

Audi S5.
By Matthias Knödler

cenews – October 23, 2024. The combustion engine still has a future in Ingolstadt. New model designation scheme for cars. Even numbers for e-cars.

Jaguar TCS Racing: Neuer Formel E.

cenews – October 22, 2024. With new bodywork, all-wheel drive for qualifying, the start phase and attack mode phases in the race, as well as new tires with more grip, the Formula E races will be more exciting.

Mit dem Bentley durch die Schweizer Alpen: Continental GMD.

cenews – October 22, 2024. Bentley presented the Continental GT Speed as a coupé and convertible on 4500 hairpin bends with combustion engines, powered by e-Fules.

Porsche 911 GT3 mit Weissach-Paket.

cenews – October 19, 2024. The Porsche 911 GT3 undergoes a model change for its 25th anniversary. Lower weight and optimized chassis. Two basic variants and three packages.

Ferrari F 80.

cenews – October 17, 2024. The F 80 is the most powerful production vehicle from Maranello to date. Acceleration to 200 km/h in 5.8 seconds. Special seat configuration for a slim driver's cab.

Die fünf Klassensieger der Wahl zum „German Car of the Year 2025“ (von links): Citroën C3, Cadillac Lyriq, Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid, Audi Q6 und BMW 5er.

cenews – October 17, 2024. The three German models will be joined by the Citroën C3 and the Cadillac Lyric. The 40-member jury will make its final decision on November 13.

Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport.
By Jens Meiners

cenews – October 16, 2024. There are two versions of the compact bestseller that are significantly faster than 250 km/h: the GTI Clubsport and the Golf R. We drove both models.

Alessandro Lupino auf der Ducati Desmo 450 X.

cenews – October 16, 2024. Alessandro Lupino won the MX title in Italy. Customers can order the motocrosser from January. First deliveries from June. Tests of the 250cc.

Noch in Camouflage: Skoda Kylaq.

cenews – October 15, 2024. The Kylaq celebrates its premiere at Auto India at the beginning of November, and exploits all but five millimeters of the permitted dimension for the tax advantage.

Fiat Doblò.

cenews – October 15, 2024. The new Easy Pro basic version is only available as a short panel van and with manual transmission at prices starting from 22,253 euros gross. Available as a petrol or diesel model.

Honda CB 1000 Hornet.

cenews – October 15, 2024. The new top model of the Hornet family from Honda gets the engine of the Fireblade designed chassis. The SP version delivers 157 hp.

Hyundai Inster Cross.

cenews – October 15, 2024. Additional equipment variant with unique body details and special interior color scheme. Production starts at the end of the year.

Renault 4 E-Tech Electric.

cenews – October 14, 2024. The Renault 5 is followed by the R 4, a slightly larger electric van. Flexible family friend. Two engines and a range of up to 400 kilometers.

Citroën C5 Aircross Concept.

cenews – October 14, 2024. The concept car is 15 centimeters longer. The small Ami has a flatter front end with higher headlights. Facelift also for the C4.

Ford Explorer.
By Frank Wald

cenews – October 12, 2024. A few months late, the first E-SUV developed and produced in Cologne based on VW's ID technology rolls into dealerships, with smart details and confident prices.

Yamaha R9.

cenews – October 10, 2024. The engineers left the performance of the 900 cc triple untouched, but adapted the mapping and final drive ratio. The special frame saves weight.

Skoda Enyaq RS Race.

cenews – October 9, 2024. The motorsport department has designed an all-electric racing car study that uses many sustainable and weight-saving materials.

Noch im Tarnkleid: Leapmotor B10.

cenews – October 9, 2024. The Chinese electric car manufacturer, in which Stellantis holds a 51 percent stake, presents the B10 for the first time. The luxurious six-seater C16 makes its European debut.

VW Tayron.
By Frank Wald

cenews – October 9, 2024. The successor to the Tiguan Allspace will be an independent model, available as a five- and seven-seater with seven drive systems and a towing capacity of up to 2500 tons, dealer launch in March 2025.

Opel Grandland Electric.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – October 9, 2024. The top model from Rüsselsheim has become 17 centimeters longer. Also purely electric for the first time. Small petrol model with 48-volt support from 36,400 euros.

Ducati Scramber Full Throttle (l.) und Icon Dark.

cenews – October 8, 2024. The black and minimalist Icon Dark is the most affordable Scrambler model. The classic character of the Full Throttle will be emphasized even more from December.

Hyundai Inster.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – October 7, 2024. The basic version of the Koreans' new battery-electric entry-level model should cost well under 25,000 euros and be capable of 150 km/h.

Kawasaki W 230/Meguro S1.

cenews – October 4, 2024. The W 230 makes its debut at the Intermot in Cologne in December. The air-cooled single-cylinder engine with six-speed gearbox delivers 18 hp.