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Here’s a plug-in...

Here’s a plug-in hybrid that you can actually build yourself. Developed by US firm Riley Enterprises, the new three-wheeler kit car, badged XR-3, is capable of 225mpg and a top speed of 85mph. It’s powered by a diesel engine at the front, while a lithium-ion cell drives a motor at the rear – you can shift between the two at the flick of a switch. Its price remains a secret, but the first kits should be ready within the next three months.



The most eye-catching...

The most eye-catching details are the huge 20-inch wheels, but also note the newcomer"s distinctive "waterfall" radiator grille. The front end is set to become a styling cue to distinguish off-road Audis from their tarmac-bred siblings. That trend is due to start with the new Q7 sport utility vehicle, which will debut towards the end of this year.


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R you ready for the...

R you ready for the fastest MPV ever? Mercedes is unveiling an AMG version of its R-Class at March"s Geneva Motor Show. The R63 AMG uses the same storming 6.3-litre V8 as the CLK 63 AMG and CLS 63 AMG, which will also be at the Swiss event. With a huge 510bhp on tap, the unit should be able to propel the 4WD six-seater from 0-60mph in less than six seconds.

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Design boss Ian Callum...

Design boss Ian Callum presented the S-Type replacement to a packed conference hall. And he admitted that while the concept"s daring look was not the whole story in terms of Jag"s reinvention, it gave a taste of its plans for the exec market. It also hinted at the ambitious strategies for replacing the aluminium-bodied XJ in 2009.

Before that, the roadgoing XF is set to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, and go on sale early in 2008. Facelifted versions of the X-Type and XJ are also due later this year.




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