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Mercedes’ next generation SL aims for less weight, better vision and more bass

Mercedes’ next generation SL aims for less weight, better vision and more bass

Nov 22, 2011 |  No Comments

A very long time ago - before even I was born - Mercedes produced a model called the 300SL, also known as the Gullwing. 'SL' in those days stood for Sport Lightweight or Sport Leicht in German - which was more recently borrowed by BMW for the carbon-fibre clad M3 CSL (Coupe Sport Leicht)....

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MINI takes the covers off the New Roadster

MINI takes the covers off the New Roadster

Oct 31, 2011 |  No Comments

The latest addition to the MINI range becomes the sixth variant to reach production (with at least two more in the pipeline), following closely behind the MINI Coupe which has received a mixed response from reviewers thus far.

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Merc’s SLS AMG receives adaptive damping and ride control upgrade

Merc’s SLS AMG receives adaptive damping and ride control upgrade

Sep 9, 2011 |  No Comments

Mercedes are offering some key additions to the SLS AMG's suspension, to coincide with the introduction of the new Roadster at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week. The new optional 'AMG RIDE CONTROL sport suspension with adaptive damping' will be available as a 2320.50 Euro option (approx £2,000) on both Roadster and gull-wing Coupé....

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Introducing The MINI Coupé.

Introducing The MINI Coupé.

Jun 6, 2011 |  3 Comments

MINI have taken the unusual step this morning of pre-launching its new Coupe in partially disguised form. Due to be available in Autumn 2011, the Coupe (and forthcoming Convertible) expand the MINI range to 6 models.

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster: The Gullwing becomes a Hot Rod

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster: The Gullwing becomes a Hot Rod

May 29, 2011 |  No Comments

I must admit I've never been a fan of the gullwing doors on the SLS AMG, they add complexity where it really wasn't needed and distract from the SLS AMG's virtues as a driving machine. The New SLS AMG Roadster, that Mercedes officially revealed this morning, returns to a more purist design with the...

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster undergoes final testing

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster undergoes final testing

May 5, 2011 |  No Comments

Like me, it probably hadn't occurred to you that in order for Mercedes to create a roadster version of its popular SLS AMG, it would need to lose the gullwing doors. Okay, it sounds obvious now that I've said it, but it still seemed something of a surprise to hear Mercedes announcing as a...

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Renault extends its Gordini line-up with the Wind

Renault extends its Gordini line-up with the Wind

Feb 3, 2011 |  No Comments

I have always considered the Renault Wind to be a car, intended primarily for female buyers who'd like something stylish, easy-to-park and manoeuvrable in towns and cities. That's not intended as a slur on our female audience, some of whom (including Mrs D) would quite happily drive around in a 911 every day, but...

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Jaguar celebrates 50 years of the iconic E-Type

Jaguar celebrates 50 years of the iconic E-Type

Jan 24, 2011 |  One Comment

This year marks the 50th anniversary of one of the most famous and desirable cars in automotive history - the Jaguar E-Type, and Jaguar will be celebrating this special anniversary year at high-profile motoring events throughout 2011.

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