Brands & Models

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

cenews – October 4, 2024. The VW Tiguan Allspace becomes the Tayron, Hyundai enters the electric A-segment, Opel electrifies the Grandland and a new brand is launched.

cenews – October 4, 2024. The concept car, which will be presented at the Paris Motor Show, combines two energy systems. The saloon's electric motor delivers 160 kW.

cenews – October 3, 2024. As with the large Versys, there are 56 cubic centimeters more in the new year. For the first time also as an SE. Premiere in Cologne in December.

cenews – October 3, 2024. Following the ASX and Colt, the renewed flagship model with plug-in hybrid drive has now been added to the Japanese company's European model range, the fourth generation after a four-year absence.

cenews – October 2, 2024. Orders can be placed from today. Range of around 450 kilometers. The engine produces 157 kW and delivers 345 Nm of torque. Prices start at 46,600 euros.

cenews – October 2, 2024. The Select 1.6 T-GDI PHEV comes with front-wheel drive. This lowers the base price for the series to under 45,000 euros. Standard consumption between 1.0 and 6.6 liters.

cenews – October 1, 2024. The almost five-meter-long new brand flagship also comes with a six-cylinder diesel engine as an alternative to the plug-in hybrid. Three rows of seats and optional individual seats in the middle.

cenews – September 23, 2024. Yamaha offers the super sports bike in two versions. It is even more clearly oriented towards motorsport, while the GYTR, which is a third more expensive, increases the performance even further.

cenews – September 22, 2024. A few months late, the Geely subsidiary is launching its first electric SUV in Germany; the Volvo EX90 counterpart impresses with its cool scan design and strong performance.

cenews – September 21, 2024. The touring character of the series is strengthened. New Riding Mode and extended cylinder deactivation. S with automatic suspension lowering.

cenews – September 19, 2024. The Opel boss is relaxed about the announced tightening of CO2 limits in the coming year; two electric vans with hydrogen fuel cells complete the range.

cenews – September 19, 2024. New Chinese electric car brand, a joint venture between Stellantis and Leapmotor, launches in Europe with the battery-electric models T03 and C10, with more to follow.

cenews – September 19, 2024. Chinese electric brand feels "very committed to the European market" and wants to introduce a new model with advanced AI functions alongside its European range.

cenews – September 18, 2024. At the IAA Transportation, the "eMoovy" with 800-volt system is making its debut, 100 kilometers range in ten minutes, interior derived from the Staria.

cenews – September 17, 2024. Further developed drives, adapted thermal management and new battery cell chemistry provide up to 680 kW of power, maximum charging power increased to 320 kW, from 160,500 euros.

cenews – September 17, 2024. system is designed to reduce emissions by up to 16 percent through recuperation, and even 40 percent with plug-in drive, trailers from Kässbohrer and Krone at the IAA Transportation.

cenews – September 16, 2024. More power and range, new entry-level versions with 59 kWh battery for the electric van, premiere for the Multivan e-Hybrid 4Motion with plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive.

cenews – September 16, 2024. The Chinese Geely brand is currently struggling in Germany. Dealers and a smaller model should turn things around, promises CEO Nicolas Lopez Appelgren in an interview.

cenews – September 16, 2024. Seventh generation of the commercial version on the Ford Transit platform, a plug-in hybrid and three electric drives for the first time, advertising coup with "The Transporter" Jason Statham.

cenews – September 13, 2024. 35 years ago, the all-wheel drive specialist launched a model on the market that not only excelled off-road, but also as a comfortable van for everyday use.

cenews – September 12, 2024. Mediocre result for Jeep Avenger, deficits in child protection, top rating for Audi Q6 e-tron, Ford Explorer, Subaru Crosstrek and Xpeng G6, Renault weakens with the Symbioz.

cenews – September 10, 2024. The most versatile vehicle in the Smart model range to date will initially appear in China and Australia. Details for Europe have not yet been finalized.

cenews – September 8, 2024. With this unique piece, the Sonderwunsch Exclusive Manufaktur demonstrates the art of Chromaflair painting, the color changes depending on the incidence of light and viewing angle.

cenews – September 7, 2024. The Swedes' new electric flagship impresses on the first drive with high-tech comfort, relaxed elegance and an unprecedented level of safety.

cenews – September 6, 2024. German premiere of the Range Rover Riviera Edition in Hamburg, exclusive special model as a tribute to the lifestyle of Europe's most beautiful coasts, limited to ten units.

cenews – September 6, 2024. The largest crossover SUV in the model range is now also available as an electric model. It offers space for up to seven people and is said to boast a range of up to 660 kilometers.

cenews – September 5, 2024. Modern reinterpretation of the historic sports coupé, one-off created in collaboration with the French designer Ora Ïto, not a precursor to a possible series model.

cenews – September 5, 2024. New SUV top model rolls into dealerships at the end of the year with mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid petrol engines, four equipment lines, prices start from 79,890 euros.

cenews – September 4, 2024. New Renault 4 debuts as another electric car in the B-segment, two more concept cars and a show car from Alpine, all five brands with their own stands.

cenews – September 4, 2024. All-electric premium SUV starts from EUR 83,700 in Germany, three drive systems with a maximum of 380 kW (517 PS), two battery sizes for WLTP ranges of up to 614 kilometers.

cenews – September 4, 2024. The Koreans' largest SUV with a turbodiesel is fast and economical on the road, and also impresses in everyday use with its spaciousness and safety features.

cenews – September 3, 2024. New SUV model completes the offensive of the sporty Seat offshoot, five gasoline, mild and plug-in hybrid drive systems with outputs of up to 272 hp, delivery at the end of the year.