Mini releases details on 2013 John Cooper Works GP
Hot-Hatch maker Mini has officially released the spec sheet for their 2013 John Cooper Works GP, which is due to be unveiled at the 2012 Paris Motor Show this month.
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2013 Volvo V40 R-Design debuts at Paris Motor Show
Volvo decided to use this year’s Paris Motor Show as the launchpad to release details of their latest creation, the 2013 Volvo V40 R-Design. Featuring some aggressive touches to the exterior, with an engine under the hood with enough oomph to match, the R-Design is looking to leave its mark in the sports-hatch segment.
Kia Optima and Sportage police cars in Bond movie Skyfall
It seems Kia is getting into the product-placement game in full force, with their cars set to appear in the upcoming James Bond movie Skyfall.
2013 Jaguar XJ and XF receive new powertrains and all-wheel-drive
British automaker Jaguar has been making it to the news quite regularly these days, with rejuvenated models replacing the existing line-up, and this time it is their flagship XJ model and the XF model receiving the updates for 2013.
So we got a 2012 Chrysler 200
We already drove the 2012 Chrysler 200 at the launch event in Dubai, so we’ve already formed our first impressions on it. But we got it back in for an extended second round to see if it a legitimate midsize contender.
2013 Peugeot RCZ reveal at the Paris Motor Show
A new face-lift Peugeot RCZ has been unveiled ahead of its debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. Peugeot claims it now offers consumers more customisable options. The French automaker also gave a preview of the 1.6-litre 260 hp version of the model to be called the RCZ-R.
Nissan GT Academy to make real racers out of Middle East gamers
In 2008, Nissan teamed up with Sony PlayStation and started the Nissan GT Academy to see if a fast racing game player become a fast professional race driver in the real world. Over the past four years, the GT Academy has proved to be a unique and successful route to top flight motorsport for a select few around the globe. And now, GT Academy will offer entrants from the Middle East the chance to go from gaming to racing.
Dubai Police starts white point system to reward motorists
Dubai Police have apparently launched a “white points” system in order to encourage motorists to follow traffic rules and regulations, and promote safe driving.
Dubai Police try out new cop cars
We were aware already that Dubai Police was trying out new patrol cars from various manufacturers, but it looks like they’re getting serious about it. They’ve released a photo, showing the 2012 Dodge Charger in a variation of the Dubai Police livery. In the background, we can spot a BMW 5-Series, a Toyota Prado and a Ford Explorer. Further photos show a Ford Taurus and a Dodge Durango in police markings as well.
News round-up: Ducati, Goodyear, Harley-Davidson and Gillette
Ducati opened their latest showroom in the UAE, Goodyear donated items to blue-collar workers for the summer, and Gillette is running a car design contest in the GCC.
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