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Auto Express Newsletter, 23rd Aug 2011

Dear Omss,

Italian giant Ferrari is set to raise the roof at next month’s Frankfurt Motor Show with a drop-top 458 Italia. The newcomer will be called the 458 Spider and you can read the full details on autoexpress.co.uk today. We also bring you the first official pictures and details of the new Porsche 911, which goes on sale in December. Check out all the latest news here. Our man Jack Rix has been in Monterey, California, for the world's most famous Concours d'Elegance at Pebble Beach. You can keep up-to-date with all the latest news by reading his diary and flick through the gallery to see the stars of the show. We've also been behind the wheel of the new Kia Rio, as well as the facelifted VW Tiguan and SEAT's updated Leon FR. Read all the latest first drives here. Regards, Dan Strong Digital Editor
Double top story

Ferrari 458 Spider revealed Sensational new Spider is set to debut at Frankfurt show, with an electric folding hard-top.

All-new Porsche 911 Porsche reveals more powerful, more efficient supercar.


First drives

Kia Rio Our verdict on the new Kia Rio as we drive it on UK roads for the first time.

Volkswagen Tiguan Sharper looks and lower emissions ensure SUV is more appealing than ever.

SEAT Leon FR We drive the updated version of SEAT's popular sporty diesel hatchback.


Pebble Beach special

Pebble Beach 2011: Diary Follow us live as we experience Automotive week in Monterey, culminating in the Pebble Beach Concours.

Pebble Beach Gallery Flick through our photos of the cars and stars at the world's most famous Concours d'Elegance.

Quail gallery Held at the prestigious Quail golf course, this concours is a warm up for Pebble Beach.


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CarBuyer reviews

BMW 1 Series hatchback The 1 Series is still the choice for drivers who want a small hatchback that's fun to drive.

Audi Q3 The Audi Q3 brings the firm's first-class build quality and efficient engines to the crossover sector.

Vauxhall Ampera Competition in the eco car segment is hotting up, and the Vauxhall Ampera is a real contender.


News

Volkswagen up! revealed VW has unveiled its new £8,000 city car - its the new Fiat 500 rival with the space of a Polo.

New Mazda MX-5 pictured Exclusive glimpse of Mazda roadster’s bold new look ahead of its Geneva show debut next year.

All-new Lexus GS revealed New Lexus GS debuts at the Pebble Beach Concours and is more luxurious than ever.

100 years of Ford tour Ford is celebrating its centenary in Britain with a tour across the country.

Kia concept revealed The Korean firm will unveil a V8-engined rear-wheel drive four-door coupe at Frankfurt next month.


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Group tests

Nissan Micra vs Skoda Fabia We pit the new supercharged petrol Micra against the Fabia in a battle of the tax-free superminis.


Long-term tests

Vauxhall Corsa: Second report Surprising load capacity makes baby Vauxhall a hit for trips to the tip.

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