Car of the Year shortlist published The Car of the Year shortlist has been published today for the 2012 award, which has an all-new timetable. Out of 35 eligible cars, the 59 European jurors (including yours truly) have chosen the following cars for the seven-strong shortlist: Citroën DS5, Fiat Panda, Ford Focus, Vauxhall Ampera, Range Rover Evoque, Toyota Yaris and Volkswagen Up. The timetable for this year's event has changed from previous practice, with the final voting taking place at the beginning of March and the award being announced live at the opening of the Geneva motor show on March 5.