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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.

Citroën C3 Aircross.
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By Guido Borck

cenews – February 10, 2025. As an SUV, the model, which is stretched in length and height, is a family car with up to seven seats. The entry-level version with 101 hp remains under 19,000 euros.

Volvo EX90.
By Frank Wald

cenews – February 8, 2025. The Volvo EX90 combines Nordic minimalism with spaciousness, outstanding driving comfort with powerful drives, but its biggest weakness is the 400-volt electrical system.

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.

Nissan-Logo.

cenews – February 5, 2025. In the new corporate construct, the company was apparently to act as a subsidiary and not as a partner. The merger would have made it number three in the world.

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.

BYD Atto 2.

cenews – January 31, 2025. With the BYD Atto 2, the Toyota Urban Cruiser and the Volvo EX90, we present three BEV innovations. Fiat on course for growth. A classic car show and a book.

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.

BMW M3 CS Touring.
By Jens Meiners

cenews – January 31, 2025. Limited, powerful and fast: the Munich-based company launches its sportiest estate to date with a special series costing 153,000 euros. 300 km/h top speed.

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.

Mercedes-AMG E 53.
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By Matthias Knödler

cenews – January 19, 2025. The new E-Class from Mercedes-Benz is only slowly gaining a presence on the roads. This is probably not only due to the high price, but also to the fact that most variants are only equipped with four-cylinder engines. However, the first of two planned AMG models has recently become available: the Mercedes-AMG E 53 4-Matic plus.

Ferrari 410 Sport Spider by Scaglietti, Baujahr 1955.
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By Hans-Robert Richarz

cenews – January 19, 2025. Next weekend, 32 vintage cars belonging to bestselling author Clive Cussler and his wife will also go under the hammer at Sotheby's in the US state of Arizona.

Mercedes W 196 R von 1955.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – January 14, 2025. Racing legends such as Fangio and Moss sat behind the wheel of the W 196 R, which will be auctioned on February 1. The Silver Arrow is one of four surviving vehicles. Restored in 1965.

Mercedes-Benz V-Klasse.

cenews – January 10, 2025. Last year, the company sold almost 2.39 million cars and vans worldwide. Deliveries in Germany fell by nine percent, while they rose in the USA.

Hybrides Bremssystem von ZF mit elektromechanischer Bremse hinten und traditionellen Bremssätteln vorne.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – January 9, 2025. American drivers will be the first to get brake-by-wire from ZF: A global US manufacturer will use the technology in its pick-ups.

Produktion des VW ID 5 im Volkswagen-Werk Zwickau.

cenews – January 9, 2025. Global sales declined in China and South America in particular. In North America, however, Europe's largest manufacturer was able to catch up significantly. Germany also recorded a plus.

cenews – January 8, 2025. The rights are transferred to the Japanese manufacturer Sumitomo. In Europe, the company may continue to use the name for truck and motorcycle tires for another five years.

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.

Patrik Schneider, Unternehmer aus Pforzheim, vertreibt einen erfolgreichen Anti-Musk-Aufkleber
für Tesla-Fahrer.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – January 2, 2025. "At first I just thought the sticker was funny, now I think it's necessary," says Patrik Schneider. He runs an online store for stickers and bicycle accessories. His most successful product at the moment is a sticker for Tesla vehicles with the text: "I bought this before Elon went crazy". Since Tesla founder Elon Musk has been spreading his controversial political theses on the internet, often via his own platform X, more and more drivers of his cars want to distance themselves from him.

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.

Renault 5 Turbo 3E.

cenews – December 13, 2024. The brand announces the series production of an all-electric R 5 "Turbo". Two motors on the rear axle with an output of over 368 kW. From zero to 100 in three and a half seconds.

Laden eines Elektroautos.

cenews – December 12, 2024. Deloitte study: disapproval increases with age. Only 40 percent think the EU plans are good or very good. Forecast: only 11.2 million electric cars by 2030.

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.

Tesla Model Y.

cenews – December 5, 2024. The most unreliable electric car in sub-zero temperatures is the Nissan Leaf, VW and BMW with low range losses and few accidents, Hyundai Ioniq the most stable and fastest.

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.

cenews – December 4, 2024. Importers are calling for clear framework conditions for the transformation. They see the targets for sales of electric cars as unattainable despite imminent price reductions.

Der Porsche 911 GT3 R der Iron Dames für den Einsatz in der Langstrecken-Weltmeisterschaft.

cenews – December 3, 2024. Long-standing cooperation with Iron Dames concluded. The pink 911 GT3 R will also be supported by Manthey at Le Mans. Michelle Gatting from Denmark becomes official works driver.

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.

Audi A6 Avant e-Tron.
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By Frank Wald

cenews – December 3, 2024. With aerodynamic sophistication, high-tech comfort and driving pleasure, the new business Stromer from Ingolstadt shows what is possible - but also what it costs.

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.

Produktion des VW Golf im Werk Wolfsburg.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – November 29, 2024. Made in Germany" is still one of the most important purchasing criteria - not only in Germany, but also in the UK, Spain and France. This even applies to cars that are not even built in Germany, according to a large-scale customer survey conducted by market researchers at Appinio. Most prospective buyers still value "German virtues" such as durability and reliability. Cars from China, on the other hand, have a hard time. A low price also counts less than you might think.

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.

Toyota GR Supra „Final Edition“.

cenews – November 28, 2024. The "Final Edition" will be the last special model next year. It has 95 hp and 70 Nm more. The lightweight has also been improved once again.

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.

Volkswagen hat in China ein Joint Venture mit SAIC.

cenews – November 27, 2024. The joint venture with SAIC was extended by ten years at an early stage. By 2030, 18 new VW and Audi models are to be launched on the market, 15 of which will be exclusive.

KTM-Firmensitz in Mattighofen.

cenews – November 27, 2024. KTM has payment obligations in the upper three-digit million range. Restructuring proceedings under its own responsibility for "redimensioning" are being sought.

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.

Lucid Air Pure RWD.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – November 22, 2024. The Air Pure RWD offers entry into the Lucid brand world for 85,000 euros. The fuel consumption is impressive for a saloon of this size.

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.

Produktion bei Ineos in Hambach.

cenews – November 21, 2024. Due to a lack of seats from Recaro, production of the Grenadier and Quartermaster models at the former Smart plant in Hambach has been suspended since September. Production is due to resume in January.

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.

Jaecoo 7 PHEV.
By Walther Wuttke

cenews – November 20, 2024. Chery, the country's most successful exporter, will now also be entering the German market next year with the new Omoda and Jaecoo brands.

STLA-Plattform von Stellantis für Fahrzeuge mit Range Extender.

cenews – November 19, 2024. New platform starts with range extender drive for 1100 kilometers range, but can be used for all drive types.

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.

Wasserstoff-Powercell-Unit von Mahle für Verbrennungsmotoren.

cenews – November 18, 2024. MAN uses the Powercell unit from the Stuttgart-based automotive supplier in the six-cylinder engine of the hTGX, which has been honored with the Truck Innovation Award.

Das Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile in Turin erzählt mit der „125 volte FIAT – La modernitá attraverso l’imaginario FIAT“ die Geschichte des 1899 gegründeten Unternehmens im Kontext der Industrieentwicklung im 20. Jahrhundert.

cenews – November 15, 2024. The Turin-based car manufacturer is celebrating its 125th anniversary with three exhibitions. Part of the history of Italy. Previously unpublished documents from the archive.

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.

Davide Grasso.

cenews – November 14, 2024. Davide Grasso takes over the newly created post of Chief Heritage Officer for 14 brands. Contact person for museums and development of new business opportunities.

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.

Donald und Melania Trump mit Ex-GM-Chefdesigner Ed Welburn.
By Jens Meiners

cenews – November 13, 2024. Is e-mobility coming to an end in the USA? We talk to experts and hear that this is good news for traditional car manufacturers, but bad news for pure electric brands

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.

Alle neuen Pkw-Modelle und leichten Nutzfahrzeuge von Stellantis mit Dieselmotor können HVO tanken (im Bild: 2.2 Multijet 4.0).

cenews – November 11, 2024. All current passenger car models and light commercial vehicles can run on fuel made from hydrogenated vegetable oil. Some older vehicles are also compatible.

By Walther Wuttke

cenews – November 11, 2024. Autoren-Union Mobilität: "More influential than all German car influencers combined". Source for around 120 editorial offices and special interest media with an increasing number of readers.

Achim Puchert.

cenews – November 11, 2024. The 45-year-old will take over from Karin Radström, CEO of Daimler Truck Holding. He is currently responsible for business in Latin America.

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.

Motorradfahrer.

cenews – November 4, 2024. Spain and Italy with growth, Germany, France and the UK report a slight decline in new registrations. Mopeds on the decline everywhere.

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.

890-Kubik-V2 von Ducati.

cenews – October 31, 2024. The power levels of 115 hp and 120 hp are intended for different purposes. The first models with the new engine are available in Milan.

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.

Endkontrolle eines Skoda Octavia im tschechischen Werk Mladá Boleslav.

cenews – October 31, 2024. In the first nine months of the year, the two VW brands together achieved almost 1.1 million deliveries. Skoda increases profit, Seat invests in Cupra.

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.

Das E-Bike-Antriebssystem XS von Mahle nutzt die externe Batterie eX1.

cenews – October 30, 2024. The XS system powers the e-bike drive via a lightweight external battery that fits on a normal bike frame. Also suitable as a charger and range extender.

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.

Volkswagen.

cenews – October 30, 2024. 21 percent less than in the same period last year. The finance business contributed to the increase in turnover. Vehicle sales fell by four percent.

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.

Alpine A290 GTS Vision Blue.

cenews – October 25, 2024. Alpine presents the sporty offshoot of the R 5 and Skoda the spearhead of the Octavia. New engines at Mazda and a nanocar at Nissan.

Internationale Zuliefererbörse IZB in Wolfsburg.
By Guido Reinking

cenews – October 25, 2024. The competition never sleeps. That is why the IZB is held regularly in Wolfsburg. Over 800 exhibitors present new ideas for production and products.

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.

GWM Wey 03.

cenews – October 24, 2024. Spare parts warehouse in Amsterdam put into operation. Additional engines for the Wey 03. 40 percent of the vehicles produced are now exported.

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.

Essen Motor Show: Alexandra Krapp mit einem getunten Audi TTRS im Stil des Videospiels „GTA – San Andreas".

cenews – October 24, 2024. Essen Motor Show celebrates the car in all its diversity with around 500 exhibitors from 15 countries with sports cars, tuning, classic cars and a whole lot more.

Renault Group.

cenews – October 24, 2024. Global sales figures in the last three quarters remained at the previous year's level. In Europe, all three brands grew.