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The Rinspeed Dock+Go debuts at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show in March.

The biggest problem with current electric car technology is limited range. People want more than the 80 miles most electric cars can realistically achieve. Rinspeed, a Swiss automotive modifier that previously showed off such concepts as the submersible sQuba and the polymorphic iChange, offers a solution.

Its Dock+Go concept starts as a simple Smart Electric Drive, the electric version of the Smart car, and adds what Rinspeed calls a Backpack. This second piece, supported by its own axle, attaches to the rear of the Smart. Frank … Read more

GENEVA, Switzerland--If you're the kind of person who understands that watches can be art, you would be wise to make your way to this city of the world in order to check out what has to be one of the best collections of historical timepieces on the planet.

Housed at the Patek Philippe Museum, hundreds of watches spanning nearly 600 years greet visitors to this stately early-20th century mansion. While much of the museum is dedicated to famous watchmaker Patek Philippe's own works, it is the historical archives that truly reward those who take the time to visit. … Read more

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then this Web video is worth a million, at least. Check out this close-up view of the Pagani Huayra supercar.

This is not the $1.4 million car that was on display at the 2011 International Motor Show in Geneva.

According to the videographer, this gull-winged beauty is a PT4 (Prototype 4) that will be used as a testing mule for new special editions of the Huayra.

This car features matte silver exterior paint and a luxurious light-brown interior.

The Italian supercar has a reported top speed of 230 mph with a … Read more

If you've got a little bit of extra cash lying around, jump on this offer. Porsche today announced that dealerships would be taking orders for the 918 Spyder--and the plug-in hybrid super car will sell for a mere $845,000 in the U.S. (that's 645,000 euros).

The 918 Spyder concept made its debut last year at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show and was also spotted last year at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

The 918 Spyder design was inspired by the 918 Carrera GT super sports car and the 917 and RS Spyder race cars. Like the 2010 concept car, the production version will be made from a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic monocoque. However, the production version will have a manual roof system with removable panels that can be stored in the front luggage compartment, Porsche said.

The speedy hybrid will do 0 to 60 mph in about 3.1 seconds, with a top speed of 199 mph. As previously reported, the 918 Spyder will be powered by a unique plug-in hybrid system that includes a high-revving, mid-mounted V8 engine with a capacity of more than 4.0 liters and producing at least 500 horsepower. Two electric motors--one each on the front and rear axles--together produce additional 218 hp.… Read more

A highly stylized video of the 2012 Toyota Yaris HSD concept landed on YouTube last week. The subcompact with Hybrid Synergy Drive was unveiled at the 2011 International Motor Show in Geneva.

The 2012 Yaris is touted as the first B-segment hybrid; it can be driven in full-electric mode.

The sporty new Yaris features a sharply sculpted front bumper, bigger inlets, a wind-sheering rear spoiler, and rear diffuser riding on 18-inch alloy wheels--all designed for a more efficient ride.

Vehicle information, such as fuel efficiency and other specifications, has yet to be released from Toyota, as the current focus of … Read more

This BMW concept starts to stretch credulity with its changing colors and other silliness. But another part of the Connected Drive platform is very real and very enticing. Brian Cooley shows us another reason why BMW tops surveys when consumers are asked about connected cars.

(CNET's full coverage of the 2011 Geneva auto show)

The SLK has always been a lesser SL--way lesser. But, as Brian Cooley shows us, it might actually be coming up to snuff alongside its very pricey bigger sibling. Hmm, you may be able to drive it without that bag over your head (think how much more you'll be able to enjoy the open top.)

(CNET's full coverage of the 2011 Geneva auto show)

The second-generation C-ZEN vehicle, from Courb, was unveiled earlier this month at the 2011 International Motor Show in Geneva.

The C-ZEN, which stands for C'est Z?ro Emission Nocive (English translation: "No Harmful Emissions"), has a range of up to 125 miles with a top speed of 68 mph, and is powered by a 15kW electric motor.

The French automaker is marketing the car to young, European urban dwellers.

Courb has partnered with Valence Technology, which will supply LiFeMgPO4 lithium phosphate batteries to power the C-ZEN.

"Valence has been supporting and developing the onboard electrical power … Read more

Wayne and Brian are kicking it Euro-style at the 2011 Geneva auto show, so Antuan Goodwin helms this episode of CNET Roadside Assistance, the show were the Car Tech guys take some time to respond to your queries and highlight your comments. This week, we about talk in-dash touchscreens, the fate of the portable navigation device, and an LOL Car contributor defends himself.