2016 is expected to be a good year for cars, despite a slight decline in the market in October. Last month, 23,396 new cars were registered, a drop of 1,840 units compared to October 2015. Interest in cars in Switzerland remains unbroken. 1

Porsche is starting the 2017 motorsport season with a completely newly developed GT racing car. The new 911 RSR makes full use of the freedoms offered by the GT regulations for the 24 Hours of Le Mans and, in addition to consistent lightweight construction, relies on the arrangement of the ultra-modern naturally aspirated 6-cylinder boxer engine in front of the rear axle. 1

For the first time, a Nissan dealer from Ticino has won the coveted Nissan Global Award. Among the more than 125 Swiss Nissan dealerships, Bertoni Automobil SA in Ascona won this year's award, which has been presented for exceptional performance since 2003. 1

You should take advantage of this offer. If you want to get an overview of alternative drive types, you have the opportunity to test a BMW i3 on the road during an unaccompanied drive in the Umwelt Arena in Spreitenbach, for example. 1

Seat is presenting the facelift for its Leon even before the regular model from Wolfsburg. In addition to the slight nuances of a modified design, the product upgrade of the third-generation model, which is now four years old, focuses primarily on connectivity. 1

With the premiere of the Audi A5 Cabrio, the new-generation A5 family is complete. In the Audi S5 Cabrio, a new 6-cylinder turbo engine with 354 hp and 500 Newton meters ensures brisk sprints. The designers have taken their cue from the sleek lines of the Coupé. 1

The VCS's 2017 environmental list of delivery vans shows that, thanks to the CO₂-fleet target of the EU less CO₂ emissions. However, diesel delivery vans clearly produce more nitrogen oxides than permitted. As a result of the diesel scandal, the rating system has therefore been adjusted. Gas-powered delivery vans perform best from an ecological point of view. 1

The largest car and mobility fair in Eastern Switzerland is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a strong presence at the Olma Messe. The automesse st.gallen is rushing to the start with a new name and interesting themes from November 18 to 20. 1

Roger Calisi has taken over the newly created position of Director Sales & Marketing at Suzuki Automobile Schweiz AG. Suzuki is thus strengthening its management team in order to be prepared for the challenges of the future. 1

The detailed model of the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure developed jointly by BMW Motorrad and Lego-Technic will go on sale on January 1, 2017. The kit consists of 603 parts. It is the first model from Lego in cooperation with a motorcycle manufacturer. The price has not yet been set. 1