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The Detroit Auto Show might dominate North America, and NY and LA may be splashy, but across the pond the Geneva International Motor Show in Switzerland (or GIMS, as no one calls it) headlines Europe’s automotive unveilings. It’s the largest public event in Switzerland … or used to be, anyway: 2020’s show was canceled due to COVID-19, and the foundation behind the event decided not to move ahead with a 2021 show. Will 2022 see a comeback? Will March see a line of cars at the Palexpo convention center?
Geneva Motor Show canceled due to coronavirus outbreak
The Geneva Motor Show, one of the biggest events in the automotive industry calendar, has been canceled due to concerns over the spread of coronavirus.
BMW’s Munich-brewed answer to the Porsche Panamera takes shape
Scheduled to arrive by the end of 2019, BMW's M8 Gran Coupe looks like the company's answer to the Porsche Panamera.
The new Audi A6’s familiar design hides a smarter, cleaner sedan
The new Audi A6's familiar lines hide more tech features, including some that seeped down from the A7, and a turbocharged V6 engine.
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a punk rock cover of an idyllic swan song
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS boasts the brand's most powerful naturally aspirated engine, a 520-horsepower flat-six that sends it from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat.
Mercedes-AMG charges into Panamera territory with a four-door GT fastback
Previewed by a concept last year, Mercedes-AMG's family-friendly GT could pack a powerful gasoline-electric surprise.
Here’s what Bugatti’s 1,500-horsepower Chiron could have looked like
Bugatti's Chiron could have featured a striking front end with horizontal grilles and completely blacked-out headlights.
Car shows were already endangered. Coronavirus might make them extinct
Swiss officials canceled the 2020 Geneva auto show due to coronavirus fears. This gives the auto show as we know it another black eye at a bad time.
BMW’s electric Concept i4 has two words for Tesla’s Model 3: Watch out
BMW unveiled a concept named i4 that previews its first electric sedan. The 3 Series-sized EV will enter production in 2021 and go on sale a little bit later.
Volkswagen’s celebrated Golf GTI returns with more power and new tech
Volkswagen introduced the next-generation Golf GTI ahead of its public debut at the 2020 Geneva Auto Show. It receives more power and improved in-car tech.
Polestar’s Precept concept is an electric fastback with a recycled interior
Volvo-owned Polestar introduced the Precept concept, a fully electric fastback that previews where the brand is going in the 2020s. It could reach production.
Volkswagen’s I.D. Vizzion concept is a lounge, office, and theater on wheels
Volkswagen's long-term goals include locking horns with Tesla and replacing the Phaeton, its flagship sedan. The I.D. Vizzion shows how.
The G650 Landaulet gets Unimog genes to go where no Maybach has gone before
The Mercedes-Maybach G650 Landaulet features 17 inches of ground clearance, a cloth soft top, and rear seats borrowed from the S-Class.
Introducing the most powerful V10 Lamborghini ever, the Huracan Performante
Lamborghini has revealed its 631-hp Huracan Performante at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. The new sports car is Lambo's most powerful V10 yet.
Mercedes-Benz’s electric EQC is one of the most affordable cars in its segment
Mercedes-Benz is taking another shot at the electric car segment with a crossover named EQC. It's GLC-like in size, proportions, and design, but it's electric-only -- don't look for a V6 here. Sales begin nationwide in 2020. Will Mercedes-Benz catch up to Jaguar's sporty, segment-bending I-Pace crossover?
Volkswagen’s hot-rodded T-Roc R is ready to shred its tires to confetti
Volkswagen has released a hot-rodded SUV named T-Roc R. Based on the T-Roc, a sub-Tiguan model sold in Europe, it receives a turbocharged, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine borrowed from the Golf R and tuned to make 300 horsepower. The result is a family-hauler which takes 4.9 seconds to reach 62 mph from a stop.
The electric Volkswagen ID Buggy makes even Ferrari drivers stop and stare
Volkswagen traveled to the 2019 Geneva Auto Show to introduce an electric dune buggy named ID Buggy, and Digital Trends drove it in California. It's a modern-day tribute to the 1960s Meyers Manx, with an electric powertrain and state-of-the-art tech. If built, it could revive the dormant coachbuilding industry.
Toyota gives its sweet, race-ready Supra the green flag for production
At the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, Toyota unveiled a racing version of the 2020 Supra. Initially called a concept car, the Supra race car has now been confirmed for production. Toyota will start Supra sales to race teams in Europe, North America, and Asia 2020. The Supra will run in the GT4 class.
Bentley Bentayga Speed surpasses Lamborghini Urus as world’s fastest SUV
The Bentley Bentayga Speed has wrested the title of world's fastest SUV from its cousin, the Lamborghini Urus. But the Bentley is just 1 mph faster than the Lamborghini. It requires 626 horsepower to achieve that top speed. The Bentayga Speed debuts at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show.
2020 Lamborghini Huracán Evo Spyder revealed ahead of 2019 Geneva Motor Show
The 2020 Lamborghini Huracán Evo Spyder gets the same suite of tech features and 640-horsepower V10 engine as the recently launched Huracán Evo coupe. The Spyder will make its public debut at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show in March, and deliveries are scheduled to begin later this year.
Mercedes-Benz hopes to repeat its Formula One success in all-electric Formula E
Mercedes-Benz will unveil its first all-electric race car at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The EQ Silver Arrow 01 will race in Formula E against cars fielded by Audi, BMW, Jaguar, and Nissan. Mercedes-Benz will enter Formula E in the 2019-2020 season, which kicks offer later this year.
The Nissan IMQ concept can spawn a virtual passenger to keep you company
Nissan traveled to the 2019 Geneva Auto Show to unveil a concept car named IMQ. It's a high-tech hybrid with a Hot Wheels-like design, and clever driver-assistance features. It can also spawn a virtual passenger to keep motorists company. Some features are concept-only, but the IMQ could preview a production model.
Out of gas? Mitsubishi’s Engelberg Tourer concept can recharge with solar panels
The Mitsubishi Engelberg Tourer concept is a plug-in hybrid that comes with a set of solar panels for recharging its onboard battery pack. It can also serve as an emergency energy source during power outages. But like many Mitsubishi concepts, it's unlikely that the Engelberg Tourer will see production.
Jeep’s smallest SUVs go the plug-in hybrid route for more efficient off-roading
The Jeep Renegade and Compass get plug-in hybrid powertrains for the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. Jeep claims this will not only improve gas mileage, but also make the pint-sized SUVs perform better off-road. Jeep previously discussed plans for a plug-in hybrid Wrangler as well.