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Ford Adrenaline has been registered as a trademark in Canada, potentially revealing the name of an upcoming crossover. First spotted by AutoGuide, the company has registered the Adrenaline trademark with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office for use on "motor vehicles, namely, passenger automobiles, trucks, sport utility vehicles, off-road vehicles, and structural parts, fittings, and badges".

Mercedes-AMG has released new images of its upcoming Project One hypercar undergoing testing. The Project One has been put through extensive tests recently, in order to ensure its Formula 1-derived hybrid technology will work effectively in a road-going car. A recent report from Germany’s Auto Motor und Sport recently revealed the Project One has been undergoing testing at closed circuits in both Spain and England.

The Audi Sport range in Australia is expanding from February next year, with the addition of a new RS5 Sportback derivative. This longer-wheelbase model joins its coupe sibling atop the A5 range, adding an extra pair of doors and a wagon-esque boot. In some ways it’s a slicker but almost-as-practical take on the RS4 Avant, right? Apparently designers drew inspiration from the racing details of the bonkers '70s era Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO.

Citroen has revealed the limited-edition C3 JCC+ahead of its public debut at the Paris motor show next month. Just 99 examples of this eye-catching special edition will be built, boasting a unique exterior specification designed in collaboration with French designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac. The body is finished in Perla Nera black, contrasting with the Aden Red roof, yellow wheel cap surrounds and mirror caps, along with blue Airbump and fog-light surrounds.

The Abarth 595 line-up has been upgraded for the 2018 model year, bringing an upgraded infotainment display and smartphone mirroring technology. UPDATE, 21/9/18: The Fiat 500 has added the 7.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard across the range. UPDATE, 28/5/18: FCA Australia has indicated the regular Fiat 500 will be getting the upgraded infotainment system as well. See bottom of article for details.