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British restorer upgrades the Jaguar E-type with modern materials

Here's an item that caught our attention in light of the 50th anniversary of the Jaguar E-type. British company Eagle makes a business of selling and restoring E-types. Its latest project takes the classic sports car and upgrades it with some modern technology.

Preview: Porsche Panamera

After what has already been the most drawn-out model introduction ever (the initial Porsche sketches of the new model having been revealed in 2005), Porsche has finally released the first official rendering of its forthcoming Panamera sedan, set to be launched in 2009. Though the plan view doesn't show much of the new Porsche's design, the company says the features will 'include a wide and low body offering dynamic proportions and muscular design'. But while the grand tourer will have a 'compact overall look', the interior space is claimed to offer a brand-new experience of roominess, with two single seats and generous headroom at the rear allowing adults to sit in comfort.

Design Contest: Citroen Creative Awards

Citroën is hoping to repeat its successful design and graphics competition, which began last year, with the launch of the 2011 iteration of the Creative Awards contest. The Citroën Creative Awards aims to find new talent by ‘opening up your ideas'. The inaugural competition from last year saw the winning roof and IP graphic design put into the DS3 and placed on public display on the Champs-Elysees.