T-Rex, aka Tyrannosaurus, was a bipedal carnivore with a massive skull balanced by a long, heavy tail. Its forelimbs were small and unusually powerful for their size, and had two clawed digits. Measuring up to 43 feet in length, the T-Rex was one of the largest meat-eating dinosaurs.

Like the actual T-Rex, the new Bremach T-Rex is strong and imposing. Bremach has been building trucks in northern Italy since 1950. In 1970, the company began devoting its engineering skills to four-wheel-drive vehicles, mostly sold in Europe, Africa, and Latin America. That explains why you haven't seen them on the road.

The Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG's fuel consumption has been reduced by 2.8 litres per 100 kilometres, despite higher torque and improved performance, as part of the AMG Performance 2015 strategy.

A "dynamic and efficient" model, the car compares well with the older design – especially in terms of carbon emissions, which are at 230 grams per kilometre.

New four-cylinder also joins the lineup

BMW has unveiled the new 520d EfficientDynamics Edition (EDE).

Designed for eco-minded drivers, the EDE has a 2.0-liter diesel engine with 184 PS (135 kW / 181 hp) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. This enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and hit a top speed of 231 km/h (144 mph). More importantly, thanks to several enhancements - an engine start/stop system, regenerative brakes, an active grille, a longer final drive ratio and aerodynamic wheels - the model has an average fuel consumption of 4.5 L/100 km (62.8 mpg imp / 52.3 mpg US) and CO2 emissions of 119 g/km.

More power, upgraded technology

Land Rover has announced a series of updates for the 2012 Discovery 4 and Range Rover Sport.

First and foremost, the 3.0-liter SDV6 diesel engine has been tuned to produce 256 PS (188 kW / 252 hp) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque - an increase of 11 PS (8 kW / 11 hp). It is connected to a new eight-speed automatic transmission, with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters and a Jaguar-inspired rotary gear-selector, which enables both models to have reduced CO2 emissions of 230 g/km.

The Environmental Protection Agency decided against the idea of giving new vehicles sold in the U.S. a letter grade of A, B, C, D, or F for their fuel mileage. Here's a breakdown of the new sticker, which goes into effect for the 2013 model year:


1. Type of fuel used.

2. Traditional fuel economy in mpg, weighted average (larger), city and highway for gas, diesel, and CNG vehicles.

3. Comparison with other vehicles, showing lowest and best fuel economy in the car or truck's size classification.

4. How much you save, or spend, compared with the average vehicle as expressed in number 3.

xDrive and new diesel engine also announced

BMW has officially unveiled the 6-Series Individual and 6-Series M-package.

First up, the Individual has "exclusive paint finishes," unique alloy wheels, bespoke wood trim and premium leather upholstery.

On the other hand, the M-package features an aerodynamic body kit (with modified fascias and revised side skirts), LED fog lights and 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside, there's revised trim, leather/Alcantara sports seats and an M steering wheel.

The Volkswagen Group is one of the best examples of the new mega-manufacturing machines of the automotive industry. As a family of nine automotive brands, it has the ability to fill just about every mainstream, enthusiast, and barely scratched market. There are several advantages to this combined manufacturing force. One, economy and emissions ratings for smaller efficient models like the Golf and Polo can be used to offset less-efficient models like Aventadors and R8s in corporate averages. Two, technology used to make supercars from Lamborghini and Audi lighter and faster can be used to make Volkswagens lighter and more efficient. Bringing composite and aluminum-alloy manufacturing technology from low- to larger-volume cars also spreads the cost out, bringing prices down.

Revised styling, added performance

Toyota has officially unveiled the 2012 Hilux facelift.

Featuring a refined appearance, the model adopts a new front fascia, a revised grille and restyled headlights. Interior changes are limited, but include a new instrument cluster, revised trim and an updated 6.1-inch touchscreen display.

Minor tweaks, modest results

Ford has announced plans to offer a special edition Fiesta Sport in Europe.

Available exclusively as a three-door, the model is distinguished by front and rear spoilers, extended side skirts, a dual exhaust system and 17-inch Panther Black alloy wheels (16-inchers on the diesel). Inside, there's heated leather sports seats (with silver contrast stitching), gloss black trim, alloy pedals and unique floor mats.

MINI Cooper Coupe comes in 4 different (engine) variants including the range-topping John Cooper Works edition

Official details on the upcoming MINI Coupé have been released by BMW Group - a model whose handling the German automaker describes as having a "go-kart feeling". Unfortunately, the photos MINI has included with this release show a prototype still covered with camouflage.