Smart cars are small, but not that small, thus it's only a model inside Kinder Surprise eggs. During the next two years, 40 million miniature smart cars will be hidden in the novelty candy made by Ferrero. Miniature versions of the smart forfour, smart fourtwo coupe, smart roadster-coupe and smart crossblade models will be the surprise inside the chocolate eggs. The folks at smart are very enthusiastic about Ferrero, saying they are an "ideal partner" because both have "an extremely positive image and express a great deal of joie de vivre" in their products.

Our buds at Eurosport are having a mega-deal on VW/Audi 2.0T systems.

Citron has released more details about the spectacular Hypnos concept as the car makes its world premiere at the prestigious Paris Motor Show. "Beautifully proportioned and boldly styled, Hypnos is a true hybrid in both its technology and appearance. The elegant and distinctive crossover vehicle combines the styling cues of a sporty coup, the serene comfort of a saloon and the practical space of an SUV. At the same time Hypnos is powered by Citron's all-new hybrid drivetrain, HYmotion4, marrying dynamic performance with solid green credentials to give 60+mpg economy despite its 200 horsepower." Citron's Hypnos presents an exciting vision for the future of luxury vehicles with innovative and intelligent technology such as a face-recognition system that adjusts the cabin environment to its occupant's emotions, massaging seats, thermo-sensitive ambient lighting, a faceless clock and diamond-shaped instrument clusters.Eye-catchingly proportioned at 4.90m long, 2.17m wide and 1.58m high, Hypnos's exterior design is characterised by a tautly drawn bonnet line, raised waistline and pronounced wheel arches that house generous 22-inch wheels - a hint at the concept's sophisticated muscle power.

The 2008 Paris Motor Show will play host to a new variation on the theme of a more compact Audi - the five-door A1 Sportback concept study - which combines cutting-edge styling with optimum economy of space, supreme quality and a series of visionary technical solutions that help to reduce CO2 emissions to just 92 g/km. The 3.99-metre long and 1.75-metre wide study furthers the many advances made by the three-door A1 project quattro show car which debuted in Tokyo in 2007.

Aston Martin has released a second snapshot of the stunning new Project One-77, initially announced last month.

Citron's dynamic C4 range is now more alive with technology than ever before. An exciting new look gives the popular model even more appeal with new exterior and interior styling, updated equipment, body colours and wheel designs, as well as the introduction of two new low CO2, fuel efficient, petrol engines co-developed with BMW. HDi models will also be available with new low-rolling resistance Michelin tyres for improved fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Citroen's dynamic C4 range is now more alive with technology than ever before. An exciting new look gives the popular model even more appeal with new exterior and interior styling, updated equipment, body colours and wheel designs, as well as the introduction of two new low CO2, fuel efficient, petrol engines co-developed with BMW. HDi models will also be available with new low-rolling resistance Michelin tyres for improved fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Some of the wealthiest car fans on the planet can expect to wait up to two years before taking delivery of some of the very hottest new supercars, according to new research by the MPH Prestige & Performance Motor Show featuring Top Gear Live.

Acclaimed double-clutch transmission's brings rapid-fire changes to perfectly complement fast-paced 265hp sports hatch.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI was unveiled in 1975 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The UK market had to wait a further two years for vehicles to arrive - 1977 saw 34 examples, all of them left hand drive, sold in the GTI's first tentative year.

In 1976 the Mk I Golf GTI was launched as a low volume addition to the Golf range. Thirty two years, five generations and 1.7 million sales after that car established the breed, the sixth generation of the GTI has been unveiled in concept form ahead of its public debut next month at the Paris Motor Show.

- New Mgane Hatch range launches with 11 versions across three trim levels: Expression, Dynamique and Privilge, priced from 13,995 to 18,795

The Aston Martin Nrburgring Test Centre - initially unveiled in May - is now fully operational as a base for development and durability testing of Aston Martin prototypes and for customer events.

Aston Martin and Bang & Olufsen are proud to announce the new BeoSound DBS audio system designed specifically for Aston Martin. The result of a creative partnership between Aston Martin and Bang & Olufsen, the BeoSound DBS is one of the finest in-car audio systems on the market. Engineered to exceed all expectations, the BeoSound DBS embodies the essence of sound and motion, demonstrating conclusively that high fidelity is perfectly compatible with high performance.

Volkswagen has revealed the fourth model in its commercial vehicle line-up with the debut at the IAA in Hanover this week of an all-new Pickup concept.

High performance A4 model downsizes to more economical but no less exceptional six cylinder supercharged FSI engine

Maserati GB were once again present at the tenth anniversary running of the Goodwood Revival meeting, this year celebrating 60 years of the Goodwood Motor Circuit in front of a record-breaking crowd of 124,000 spectators over the course of the weekend.

Renault's ever-popular supermini, Clio, is proving to be just as desirable as a used car as it is new having being hailed as `Best Supermini' in the Auto Express `Best Used Cars 2008' awards.

Peugeot Sport presented a 908 HDi FAP equipped with a hybrid power plant at the final round of the 2008 Le Mans Series at Silverstone, this weekend.

Derived from the fusion of different worlds, the "Prologue..." concept car lifts a corner of the veil on a new type of vehicle.

Detroit -- The 9-X Air BioHybrid concept, to be revealed at next month's Paris Motor Show, is an innovative design study exploring what a future open-air Saab could look like.

Porsche Automobil Holding SE, Stuttgart, acquired a further 4.89 per cent of the Volkswagen ordinary shares on Tuesday, 16 September. As a result, the total stake in the Wolfsburg-based car manufacturer now amounts to 35.14 per cent of the voting rights. This step ensures that Porsche has a lasting majority at the VW annual general meeting.

Maranello, 18th September 2008 - The world premiere of the new Ferrari California takes place this evening in the build-up to its official unveiling at the Paris Auto Show on October 2nd next.

Never one to rest on its laurels, SEAT will be expanding its recently-launched Ibiza line-up at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show, with the unveiling of the fire-breathing Cupra and ultra-green Ecomotive models.