The existing models...

The existing models have been praised for their modern design, and the saloon version continues the trend; the extended rear end is well integrated, with a distinctive upward kick leading to the bootlid.

Overall, it"s slightly longer than the five-door, but the profile is identical as far as the C-pillar. That means the fresh model will have generous luggage space without hampering legroom for rear passengers. Outlook Express problems

The eyes of the motoring...

The eyes of the motoring world might be focused on Detroit over the second weekend of 2009, but in Japan, car manufacturers and tuners alike gather at the huge Makuhari Messe complex just outside Tokyo to celebrate the very best that the local customisers have to offer.

Described as JapanтЂ™s answer to the SEMA tuning and performance car show, it"sТ  actually the third biggest tuner and customiser show after GermanyтЂ™s Essen show.

The family resemblance...

The family resemblance is clear from the newcomer"s beefy bodykit, with a huge air dam in the bumper, along with widened wheelarches, 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels and a roof spoiler. The looks are inspired by the Fiesta Rallye Concept, which was first seen at the 2002 British Motor Show.

And the attention isn"t reserved for the exterior styling. Inside, the car has been kitted out much as a production model would be, with exclusive leather sports seats, RS-badged dials and a funky racing steering wheel.

The Fiesta has been...

The Fiesta has been given some real Verve! A week after Auto Express revealed the first official images of the new Ford supermini, the car giant has released these detailed photographs of the model both inside and out.

Although bosses are calling this the Verve concept, we can reveal it will turn into the next small car, which is due here next year. Ford has yet to decide whether to continue with the Fiesta name, but either way, the newcomer will become the most exciч ting model in the supermini’s 30-year history.