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New York 2014: Volkswagen Jetta facelift to be shown

Mild update for Jetta sedan, including cosmetic upgrades on the outside and an interior refresh.
1 min read16 Apr '14
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Volkswagen Jetta facelift. (North American market).

Volkswagen has previewed a light refresh of its Jetta sedan ahead of its reveal at the upcoming New York motor show.
 
The sedan gets a light nip at the front and rear; the changes are done with a view to improving the Jetta’s aerodynamic efficiency.
 
At the front, there’s a subtly altered front grille, revised air intakes, new LED daytime-running lights and a new bumper, while the lines at the rear are tweaked to give the Jetta a more slippery shape.
 
The interior changes are minor as well. There’s a new instrument display and steering wheel design, plus new trim and seat fabric options.
 
The model on show in New York is the US-spec version, but the looks will be replicated on the European Jetta. The Indian market VW Jetta recieved a minor update last year. 
 
Engines offered for the US market version will include a 1.4 TSI petrol unit with 148bhp and a 2.0 TDI unit with either 108bhp or 148bhp. The engines have been made EU compliant and are offered with stop-start and a battery energy recuperation system as standard.
 

New York 2014: Mercedes drops Benz for new GT

New Mercedes-AMG sports car will go on sale later this year; SLS successor will not have 'Benz' name in its title
2 min read16 Apr '14
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Mercedes-AMG GT interior.

Volvo designs inflatable child seat concept

Volvo's new inflatable child seat concept is rearward facing and allows for remote inflation via Bluetooth.
2 min read16 Apr '14
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Volvo lightweight child seat.

Peugeot and Citroën to discontinue 19 models by 2020

Group company says move will allow focus on more profitable segments.
1 min read15 Apr '14
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Peugeot-Citroen chief, Carlos Tavares.

New York 2014: Nissan Murano revealed

Third-gen Nissan Murano based on Resonance concept; to be powered by a 260bhp 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine; likely to go on sale internationally later in 2014.
1 min read15 Apr '14
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Nissan Murano.

Honda Amaze Anniversary edition launched

Honda Amaze Anniversary edition celebrates sales of 80,000 units since launch; comes with cosmetic additions like spoilers, door visors and new upholstery.
1 min read15 Apr '14
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Honda Amaze.