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Little wonder

The fastest MINI ever built has been unveiled – ahead of a strictly limited-edition sale later in the year >

Two seats, one see-through roof, and no doors

Renault's new pod car, the Twizy, is one of the most innovative (and strangest) vehicles we've seen for a long time  >

500 new jobs as Honda starts second shift in Swindon

Production to double to 180,000 units this year >

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CO2 emissions levels down 23 per cent since 2000 and still dropping

Sales of most fuel-efficient cars continue to rise, says SMMT report >

Audi acquires its third Italian brand as it buys Ducati

German giant likely to pour investment into iconic motorcycle marque >

Charity works with DVLA to clarify right to drive of people with diabetes

Initial concerns that EU directive would see driving ban for over one million sufferers  >

VW up! named World Car of the Year

Panel of 66 motoring journalists from round the world votes VW's city car to top of poll >

Abarth 500 – not just super-sporty but also a sound investment, says survey

Funky retro-styled Fiat 500 is surprise inclusion in chart of cars that maintain their value >