A development prototype believed to be an upcoming facelift for the Opel Astra has been spied in Europe during hot weather testing.
Black camouflage conceals the front bumper and grille, suggesting the most noticeable changes will be in these areas, and it looks like the headlights may get revisions too.
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The Porsche 911 Speedster concept has been unveiled overnight, at an event to mark the brand's 70 years in the sports car business.
The concept's body is based on the 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, but has a lower and more steeply raked windscreen, as well as appropriately resized side windows.
The BMW 8 Series Convertible has been spied again this week, ahead of the flagship model's offical debut on June 15.
In this latest set of images, the subject is a camouflaged 8 Series drop-top that appears to be deep orange under the black-and-white wrap.
We reckon this particular vehicle is fitted with the M Sport package, going by the sporty bumpers, large alloy wheels, and large brakes with blue calipers.
Despiteits push to advance autonomous and semi-autonomous driver aids, not to mention alternative powertrains, BMW says the new X5 is primarily focused on the driving experience.
Speaking to CarAdvice at the secret unveiling of the X5 in South Carolina last month, the car's project leader, Johann Kistler, said one of its primary focus areas was how it makes the driver feel.
