Whilst it may not look...

Whilst it may not look as startling as expected, the body is a useful 25 per cent stiffer yet weighs no more than the outgoing model. This, combined with a 35mm increase in wheelbase, revised suspension and BMW"s obsession with 50/50 weight distribution, bodes well for the ride and handling. Standard-fit run-flat tyres could work against it, however.

The model is actually...

The model is actually a revised version of the company"s rather bizarrely named Beauty Leopard coupé, and its designers took inspiration from a variety of sources. Alfa Romeo Brera-style triple headlamps, two-door Subaru Impreza-like proportions and an Audi-inspired deep grille are all prominent features of the new compact model from the up-and-coming brand.

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HereтЂ™s ArgentinaтЂ™s...

HereтЂ™s ArgentinaтЂ™s answer to the Aston Martin DB9: the Denari Froilan. This front-engined GT was unveiled at the Buenos Aires Motor Show. In showroom spec it is likely to use a Chevrolet V8, which would need tuning to at least 500bhp to challenge the DB9.

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The largest ever collection...

The largest ever collection of MG sports cars is expected to congregate at Silverstone over the weekend of July 23-25, for the MG Car Club"s International Festival in the marque"s 80th anniversary year. The 54th consecutive event is the largest MG event of its kind with an anticipated gathering of over 5,000 MG cars and 30,000 enthusiastic attendees.

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