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MINI USA announces the expansion of its John Cooper Works (JCW) Accessories lineup available through the Port-Installation Program, giving customers a more seamless and integrated way to personalize their MINI before it even arrives at the dealership. With select JCW accessories now available via port installation, customers can enhance their vehicle with factory-approved components that deliver OEM quality, full warranty coverage, and immediate enjoyment from the moment they take delivery. “MINI customers are passionate about performance and personal expression, and the John Cooper Works brand sits right at the intersection of both,” said Vikash Joshi, Product Manager, MINI USA. “By expanding JCW accessories through our...

Genesis reveals off-road concept car engineered for demanding terrains; demonstrates real world driving performance in Rub’ al Khali “Empty Quarter” desert World premiere event highlights concept models optimised for off-road driving, including GV60 Outdoors Concept, GV70 Outdoors Concept and GV80 Desert Edition Genesis also announces new concept car strategy aimed at deepening emotional connections with customers Frankfurt, Germany, 28 January 2026: Genesis today unveiled its new X Skorpio Concept, an off-road concept vehicle designed to perform across demanding terrains including deserts, in the Rub’ al Khali “Empty Quarter” desert in the United Arab Emirates. The X Skorpio Concept, inspired by a black scorpion, is Genesis’ first...

Introduced in 2023 as the first MINI Countryman available with an all-electric powertrain, the third-generation MINI Countryman receives a range of technological refinements to enable a single-charge range of over 300 miles. The improved MINI Countryman E now boasts a range of up to 307 miles (WLTP*), offering customers more versatility than ever before, while the MIN Countryman SE ALL4 is capable of up to 287 miles (WLTP*). These improved figures are thanks to a number of innovative technical updates. Most importantly is a new silicon carbide (SiC) inverter, which guarantees highly efficient energy conversion while minimising power loss. This is complemented by an increased net high-voltage battery capacity of 65.2 kWh, providing more...

The Golf GTI is the compact athlete for all situations in life. With more than 2.5 million units produced, it is a true success model. To kick off the anniversary year, Volkswagen is presenting two vehicles from the first generation at the Bremen Classic Motorshow: a Mars Red Golf I GTI from 1979 and a Brilliant Black Golf I GTI from 1983 in the original rally patina. A look back at the first generation: In 1976, the first Golf GTI turned the sports car world upside down Production hero meets rally toughness: Volkswagen Classic is presenting two faces of the Golf GTI in Bremen from 30 January to 1 February 2026 A success story since 1976. When the Golf GTI came onto the market in 1976, nobody suspected that the 81 kW (110 PS) compact...

Munich. Advances in electric drive technology and additional standard and optional equipment are enhancing the appeal of the current BMW model range in spring 2026. The BMW iX1 and BMW iX2 all-electric models will come with new power electronics, for lower consumption and a longer range. The BMW 1 Series and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé will have 2-zone automatic air conditioning as standard. In addition, all BMW models will feature the new BMW emblem on the bonnet. Longer ranges for BMW iX1 and BMW iX2. The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (WLTP combined (EnVKV): energy consumption 16.1–16.0 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 class A; range 458–461 km) and the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (WLTP combined (EnVKV): energy consumption 17.2–17.1 kWh/100 km; CO2...

Munich. The all-electric MINI Countryman models – MINI Countryman E and MINI Countryman SE All4 – are destined to set new benchmarks with technological innovations arriving in March 2026, while showcasing notable versatility as compact SUVs suited for everyday life. The MINI Countryman E offers a purely electrical range up to 501 kilometers (WLTP), transforming the largest model in the MINI family into a particularly attractive companion for any adventure. The significantly increased range is achieved due to a combination of innovative technical solutions. At its heart is the new silicon carbide (SiC) inverter, which guarantees highly efficient energy conversion and minimizes power losses. This is complemented by an increase in the...

Second model of the exclusive Mercedes‑Benz Mythos series enters testing Cold-weather tests in Sweden highlight the extreme character of the yet-to-be-unveiled AMG model Based on the popular CLE series and ready to take centre stage Even under full camouflage and in the dim light of a Scandinavian winter, one thing is immediately clear: an exceptionally extreme Mercedes‑AMG is charging through the snow. The performance and sports car brand is currently putting a still‑unannounced new model through intensive testing near the Arctic Circle, where it already stands out with a strikingly uncompromising presence. The frozen landscapes of Sweden provide the perfect backdrop for the demanding cold-weather tests. Here the vehicle is put...

Audi is consistently rolling out artificial intelligence (AI) in production and logistics: the company is scaling up its own cloud platform for production and introducing new AI use cases and technologies for large-scale series production. In doing so, the premium manufacturer is relying on the expertise of strong partners. Decades of manufacturing expertise meet smart digital solutions. The automaker controls production systems via a large cloud instead of stationary factory computers at scale Gerd Walker, Board Member for Production: “Artificial intelligence is a quantum leap for efficiency in our production. With our AI and digitalization roadmap, we are transforming our plants into smart factories where AI acts as a partner...

Since Carl Benz registered his patent for the motor car (Motorwagen) in 1886 and Gottlieb Daimler built his motorised carriage (Motorkutsche) shortly afterwards, the history of Mercedes-Benz has for 140 years known only one direction: forward. From Bertha Benz’s legendary pioneering journey to speed records, early milestones in autonomous driving, vision cars and high-tech drive systems: the brand repeatedly demonstrates its unwavering determination to win and how it is constantly rethinking the automobile.

Daytona. What a start to the season in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship (IMSA Series)! First podium for the BMW M Hybrid V8 at the 24 Hours of Daytona (USA) – on the debut of BMW M Team WRT in the GTP class. And the acclaimed victory for the #1 BMW M4 GT3 EVO of Paul Miller Racing in the GTD-PRO class – simply fantastic! Connor De Phillippi, Neil Verhagen (both USA), Max Hesse (GER) and Dan Harper (GBR) celebrated the first Daytona class win for BMW M Motorsport since the GTLM triumph for BMW M Team RLL in 2020. After a difficult qualifying session, both BMW M Hybrid V8s gradually fought their way forward from eighth and ninth on the grid and were in the top five when the race was neutralised during the night due to heavy...

Ten days of pure adrenaline on snow and ice for a one-of-a-kind extreme driving experience Sant’Agata Bolognese/Livigno, January 23, 2026 - Between January 6 and 16, 2026, Livigno hosted the latest edition of Lamborghini Accademia Neve, the world’s most exclusive ice-driving experience. Launched in 2012, Accademia Neve is the stage where performance and style meet, offering participants the opportunity to master driving Lamborghini models on the snow and ice under the guidance of expert instructors and in the spectacular setting of the Alps. The absolute star of this edition was the Temerario[1], the first plug-in hybrid Lamborghini V8 with High Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV) technology, which combines power and agility in a...

BMW UK welcomes the new year with outstanding success at the 2026 What Car? Car of the Year Awards as the all-new BMW iX3 is named overall Car of the Year after topping the Premium Electric SUV category. Alongside these awards, BMW collected four additional accolades across a variety of categories. The BMW M3 Touring was celebrated as three-time Performance Car of the Year, while the BMW 4 Series was announced as What Car?’s Coupé of choice for the sixth consecutive year. BMW continues to lead the Luxury Car category as the BMW X7 succeeds the BMW i7 in securing the 2026 accolade. Rounding off a triumphant night, the BMW X3 attained this year’s Safety Award. BMW iX3 crowned overall Car of the Year. Marking a true milestone moment for...

Audi Tradition kicks off the 2026 event season with three highlights on a single weekend: at the end of January, the Bremen Classic Motorshow, the F.A.T. Ice Race in Zell am See, and the Concours event “The I.C.E.” in St. Moritz are on the schedule. The Audi museum mobile in Ingolstadt, Germany, welcomes visitors to International Museum Day on May 17 and Night of the Museums on September 12. Regular updates and additional information on all events at which Audi Tradition showcases the history of the four rings and their historic brands are available in the Audi Tradition app. Three events on the same weekend kick off the new season Audi Tradition App shows events and exhibitions at a glance The Bremen Classic Motorshow (January...

Jerez de la Frontera. The new chapter of BMW Motorrad Motorsport in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) is gaining momentum: this week, the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team completed its first laps of the year with its two new riders, Miguel Oliveira (POR) and Danilo Petrucci (ITA). Two test days were scheduled as part of the 2026 season preparations at the Andalusian circuit in Jerez de la Frontera (ESP). However, adverse weather conditions led to delays and reduced track time. The season preparations will continue next week in Portimão (POR). Petrucci will compete in the 2026 WorldSBK season aboard the #9 BMW M 1000 RR, while Oliveira’s BMW Superbike will carry the number 88. Both riders had their first opportunity to...

First images of the Mercedes-AMG F1 W17 E PERFORMANCE, the team’s 2026 car, revealed. The W17 is the team’s first car under new regulations introduced in F1 this year and features a striking new livery. The team heads to Spain for the Barcelona Shakedown next week (26-30 January) as preparations ramp up ahead of the 2026 season. Further studio imagery and video, plus on-track footage and our 2026 media kit will be available after the team’s online season launch event on 2nd The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team has today (22 January) unveiled the first images of its 2026 car, the Mercedes-AMG F1 W17 E PERFORMANCE. It marks the latest step in the team’s journey towards the next generation of F1. The 2026 season sees the biggest technical...

With a place at the starting line of the 1000 Miglia 2026: Three exclusive Mercedes-Benz classics from the 1950s Spectacular barn find: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster as a restoration candidate “417 Legacy Edition” driving simulator – A joint offering together with Roarington Debut of the Classic Partner network in France: SAGA Classic with three locations Available worldwide: Mercedes-Benz Classic Genuine Parts for the brand’s classic vehicles Mercedes-Benz Classic ushers in a special year at the Salon Rétromobile in Paris: 2026 will be dedicated entirely to 140 years of innovation since the invention of the automobile. The leading international classic car show takes place from 28 January to 1 February 2026. Mercedes-Benz...

Beijing, January 21, 2026. BMW is progressing toward the world premiere of the BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase, its most advanced intelligent all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) to date. Developed specifically for the Chinese market, the model will celebrate its global debut at the Beijing Auto Show 2026 and is scheduled to enter the market in the second half of the year. As the first long-wheelbase all-electric SAV based on BMW’s Neue Klasse architecture, the BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase represents a major step forward in the brand’s electrification, digitalization, and localization strategy. The vehicle embodies BMW’s guiding principle of “In China, for China, and with China,” while contributing technologies that will also shape BMW’s global...

Newly-formed Brand Group Board of Management for the Brand Group Core (BGC) to make cross-brand decisions going forward Reorganization streamlines processes, decision-making paths and structures In future, the Škoda, SEAT&CUPRA and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Boards of Management will each retain four functional positions for steering business: Chief Executive Officer, Board Member for Finance, Board Member for Human Resources and Board Member for Sales Starting in January 2026, the Production (P), Technical Development (TE) and Procurement (P) functions in the Brand Group Core will gradually be managed across brands Optimized processes reduce TE development expenses in the individual brands – increased cross-brand development scopes...

Munich/ Paris. The BMW Art Car World Tour, a celebration of the fusion between art and automotive innovation, marked the 50th anniversary of the BMW Art Car Collection in 2025 with an extraordinary journey across five continents. Featuring over 45 stops in more than 30 countries, the tour captivated hundreds of thousands of visitors with its iconic collection of 20 BMW Art Cars, each a masterpiece created by some of the world’s most renowned artists. As the curtain falls on a remarkable year, the tour is set to continue its ambitious trajectory in 2026, beginning with a spectacular exhibition at Rétromobile in Paris. The BMW Art Car World Tour: Reflecting on a global cultural success in 2025 The 2025 leg of the BMW Art Car World Tour...

A historic moment for the four rings: Audi Revolut F1 Team was officially unveiled in Berlin on Tuesday evening. Nearly 400 guests witnessed the first public appearance of the Audi factory Formula 1 team at the Kraftwerk event location in the center of the German capital. First public appearance for the Audi factory Formula 1 team Audi R26 race livery, team clothing, and driver overalls unveiled Audi CEO Gernot Döllner: “We are ready and excited to inspire people around the world” “Today, a lot of pieces of the puzzle are coming together,” said Gernot Döllner, CEO of AUDI AG and Chairman of the Board of Management of Audi Motorsport AG, at the team presentation. “It’s impressive to see how the intensive preparation is paying off and...

Munich. The new MINI Paul Smith Edition combines MINI´s iconic design with Paul Smith´s famous design language “Classic with a Twist”. This special edition for the entire MINI Cooper family captivates with its unique look. The appearance and details of the vehicles not only showcase Paul Smith´s unmistakable style, but also the playful, optimistic and independent spirit of MINI. The fully electric MINI Cooper Paul Smith Edition is the first model of the new edition to hit the roads: With its 218 hp (160 kW) front-wheel drive, the MINI Cooper SE Paul Smith Edition combines unique design with locally emission- free driving fun. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds. Exterior: sporty accents with iconic styling The MINI...