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  • SEAT Mii FR revealed

    Auto Express: News
    16 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Sportier version of SEAT's city car unveiled at the Worthersee tuning event in Austria

  • Nissan's Nismo Tuning Arm To Offer New RS Packages

    TheMotorReport -
    16 May 2012 | 11:30 am
    Nissan has revealed it will boost the sporting appeal of a number of models with new 'RS' packages developed by tuning arm Nismo. The first Nismo RS package is expected to be available on the next-gen Z car, which is expected to debut sometime before the end of 2014. The current 370Z Nismo model - not available in Australia - upgrades the car's handling and engine, the latter getting a relatively meagre 13kW boost out of the deal. Speaking to US website Inside Line, Nissa... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full…

  • I WISH MY OFFICE CHAIR REQUIRED SEAT BELTS

    Speedhunters
    Larry Chen
    15 May 2012 | 8:00 pm
    It seems like every weekend I check my Twitter or Facebook and come across a racecar driver showing a photo of a cockpit of a race car and calling it ‘My office for the weekend’. I thought it would be neat to show you Speedhunters out there what the offices of the Formula Drift drivers looked like at Formula Drift Road Atlanta. As you can see, smoking at work is permitted for these fellas. This cubical was fairly new to Ryan Tuerck. This was only his second event behind the wheel of this LS-powered S13.5, but the way he drove it makes me wonder if he has been in the same office…

  • Focus ST to Use Sound Symposer

    MSN Autos
    Davey G. Johnson
    15 May 2012 | 6:08 pm
    New Ford uses sound tube to bring engine noises to the passengers.

  • Fatal Accident with Ferrari 599 GTO Leaves Three Dead in Singapore, Sparks Anti-Foreign Sentiment

    Carscoop
    15 May 2012 | 10:36 pm
    A horrific accident that took place in Singapore this past Saturday leaving three people dead and two seriously injured has fueled an outrage in the country. The crash was captured on film by a vehicle that was not involved in the incident. The video footage shows a blue Hyundai Sonata taxicab pulling ahead a couple of seconds after the green light goes on. As the taxi reaches the middle of the crossing, we see a speeding red car, later recognized as a rare Sg$1.8 million (US$1.43 million) Ferrari 599 GTO, smashing into the blue sedan. The Ferrari most likely ran a red light. According to…
 
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    egmCarTech

  • Video: 2013 Scion FR-S gets its first commercial, ‘Sport Is Back’

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 6:49 pm
    Gallery - 18 images Scion has launched its very first commercial for the new 2013 FR-S sports car, which goes on sale on June 1, 2012 Called ‘Sport is Back,’ the commercial shows the FR-S drifting and racing through some curvy roads. Check out the Top 10 things you need to know about the 2013 Scion FR-S. Refresher: Power for the Scion FR-S comes from a 2.0 liter naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder horizontally opposed engine with Toyota’s D-4S injection system. The engine makes 200-hp at 7,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 151 lb-ft at 6,600 rpm. Its mated to a 6-speed manual or a…

  • Warren Buffet buys 10 million shares in General Motors

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 6:23 pm
    Warren Buffet’s firm Berkshire Hathaway announced today that it has purchased 10 million shares of General Motors stock. The company disclose the investment today in a filing with the Securities Exchange Commission. The investment by Buffet’s company is just a small part of GM’s 1.57 billion outstanding shares – however, having Warren’s name behind the company should give some boost to the Detroit automaker’s image. The shares would be worth $224,000,000 at today’s closing price of $22.40. up 98 cents. Buffett has no plans to purchase stock in…

  • Report: Marussia B2 sports car sold out

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 6:14 pm
    Everything in Russia is superior to every other country in the world. If you don’t know this then you do not have any Russian friends. The Russian-designed and Finnish-built Marussia B2 supercar has already been sold out? Why? Because it’s superior to every other supercar out there. Marussia only built 500 units and according to Dutch site telegaaf, all 500 pre-orders have been taken. The second model in the Marussia lineup weighs just 2,425 pounds and is powered by a 2.8 liter V6 turbo making 414-hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. 0 to 62 mph comes in just 3.8 seconds with a top speed…

  • Fostla Audi Q7 V12 TDI gets 592-hp, stealthy design cues

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 5:12 pm
    German tuner Fostla has given the Audi Q7 an ultra-black makeover in its latest tuning kit that packs some serious power, as well. The exterior mods start with a matte black foil wrap for the entire body. Fostla continues the theme with tinted lights, side and rear windows, and 23-inch powder-coated wheels wrapped in high-performance Mansory tires sized at 315/25R 23. This portion of the package comes with a $4,500 price tag. As for the power, $7,700 will get you a kit that kicks up the stock version’s 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 diesel motor up from 493-hp and 738 lb-ft of torque up to 592-hp…

  • Meet the Honda UNI-CUB, another awkward personal mobility device (w/ Video)

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 4:55 pm
    It seems like every since humans learned to walk, they’ve been trying ways to figure out how not to use their legs – and they’ve been quite successful at it. We’ve had huge success with horses, trains, planes and automobiles. However, there is one form of transportation that hasn’t really picked off and those are personal mobility devices. Nonetheless, companies aren’t giving up. Honda today unveiled its new UNI-CUB, which it says is ‘designed for harmony with people’ The UNI-CUB features a compact design and a comfortable seating area and…
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    The Truth About Cars

  • Generation Why: General Motors Pulls Facebook Ads, Social Media Fever Entering Remission

    Derek Kreindler
    15 May 2012 | 4:30 pm
    Happy 28th birthday, Mark Zuckerberg. Your baby is about to go public, but GM still had to rain on your parade by pulling their advertising from Facebook because GM ad men didn’t think it was effective. The Wall Street Journal explains the move “GM, started to re-evaluate its Facebook strategy earlier this year after its marketing team began to question the effectiveness of the ads. GM marketing executives, including Mr. Ewanick, met with Facebook managers to address concerns about the site’s effectiveness and left unconvinced advertising on the website made sense, according…

  • Two Minutes Hate: David Sirota Is Ashamed Of His Inauthentic Masculinity

    Jack Baruth
    15 May 2012 | 2:45 pm
    Welcome to Two Minutes Hate, in which we, the TTAC staff, will choose some hapless writer and/or industry person and then flog that person with all the verbal viciousness we can summon up. Complaints about “negativity”, “hatefulness”, and “substandard caviar served during the press dinner” are not welcome here. This is Two Minutes Hate. Thank you — JB Did you know that there is an “ascetic populism [added to] to the inherent machismo of the engine-revving manual transmission”? My mother, who was a Palm Beach deb prior to driving a…

  • BMW 135is, Because We Can’t Have The 1M Anymore

    Derek Kreindler
    15 May 2012 | 1:59 pm
    Even though the BMW 1 Series M Coupe is gone forever, performance-minded 1-Series customers must  have a high-end performance model, even if a lot of them don’t even know if the car is front-drive or rear-drive. With a 320 horsepower 3.0L twin-turbo six making 317 lb-ft or torque (versus 300/300 for the regular car), the 135is can be had with either a 6-speed stick or a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox. A coupe will cost you $44,195 while a ragtop will run $44,895.  Whether the extra 20 horsepower, 17 lb-ft and cosmetic tweaks justifies the price premium ($1,895 for the coupe, $795 for the…

  • New or Used: The Beating of His Hideous Heart!!!

    Sajeev Mehta and Steve Lang
    15 May 2012 | 1:41 pm
    Michael writes: Love the website. Here is my conundrum: My wife and I have two cars. A 2007 CR-V that I use mostly for a 75 mile round trip commute several days a week to San Francisco and a 2004 Infiniti FX35 with 52,000 miles. While the CR-V has a ton of utility, I am tired of driving it. It has quite a bit of road noise, the sound system sucks and frankly it’s kind of a female car. The plan is to keep the CR-V and let my wife drive it, and use it as our family car while we sell the Infiniti and I get something for that daily commute. The Infiniti was purchased from a friend and is in…

  • Chery Seeks Permission From Big Brother For Jaguar Land Rover Joint Venture

    Derek Kreindler
    15 May 2012 | 11:44 am
    Chery has asked the Chinese government for its blessing regarding a joint venture with Jaguar Land Rover worth $1.9 billion. The proposal calls for a new plant in the Jiangsu province that would produce as many as 130,000 cars per year. Chinese government officials will have to perform an environmental assessment before the plant goes ahead. Approval from the National Development and Reform Commission, China’s main governmental economic body, will also be required Chery recently saw plans for a tie-up with Subaru go belly-up, but an agreement with JLR combined with China’s…
 
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    The Diesel Driver

  • Fuel Prices Drop, Diesel Down 3%, Gasoline 4%

    Michael Acampora
    14 May 2012 | 8:44 pm
    If you’ve filled your car’s tank recently, you almost certainly noticed you were paying less.  In the last month, diesel fuel prices have dropped by almost 3% while gasoline prices fell more than 4%. Monday’s report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration was welcome good news, especially at a time when many people typically would anticipate higher gas prices in the run-up to Memorial Day and the start of summer. As of Monday, diesel fuel cost an average of $4.004 per gallon, a 3% decrease since mid-April, and a 1.4% ($0.057) decrease from the same period last year. Gasoline…

  • New Diesels: BMW Introduces 3 Series Wagons, 1 Series with xDrive, and 520d Gran Turismo

    Christian Stampfer
    13 May 2012 | 8:56 pm
    BMW announced a new 3 Series Touring (station wagon) range and new diesel and petrol models in the 1 Series and 5 Series plus several technology updates for the 5 Series. The all-new 3 Series Touring (pictured), known as the Sports Wagon in the U.S., is being launched in Europe with a choice of three engines, two of which are diesel.  The 320d Touring is the entry-leve model and develops 184 hp (135 kW) with its 2-liter diesel engine. To meet the requirements of the upcoming EU6 emissions laws, the 320d can be equipped with BMW BluePerformance technology. BMW promises a fuel usage of 4.7…

  • Diesel and Hybrid Owners Sound Off: Most Would Buy Another

    Paul Riegler
    10 May 2012 | 12:54 pm
    A series of polls conducted by The Diesel Driver magazine revealed that the overwhelming majority (94.1%) of diesel owners said they plan to purchase a diesel as their next car.  Only 5.9% said that they would not. While hybrid owners were not quite as emphatic, a clear majority, or 67%, said they would purchase another hybrid while 33% said they would not. Last month, R.I. Polk issued a report based on new-car registration data that showed that only 35% of hybrid owners purchased another hybrid.  When Polk excluded Prius owners, the number plummeted to 22%. There are several possible…

  • 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI Sets Single-Tank Diesel Distance Record

    Michael Acampora
    8 May 2012 | 1:56 pm
    A 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI has set the record for the longest distance driven in a single passenger car on a single tank of clean diesel fuel. The Passat was a stock vehicle with six-speed manual transmission. John and Helen Taylor, experts in fuel-efficient driving techniques, drove in the record-breaking effort. Over the course of the three-day, 1626-mile (2,615.79 km) journey, the Taylors averaged 84.1 miles per gallon (2.8 L/100km). The trip started May 3 in Houston, and covered nine states before ending in Sterling, Virginia. To simulate real-world conditions, the Taylors brought along…

  • GM Prepares U.S. Market for its Diesels, Chevy Cruze to Debut First

    Paul Riegler
    7 May 2012 | 9:57 am
    Come this fall, General Motors will become the first U.S. automaker to offer a clean diesel for sale here and the first U.S. automaker to offer any diesel passenger car in over two decades. The 2013 Chevrolet Cruze won’t be Chevrolet’s first diesel-powered passenger sedan in the U.S. but the automaker is clearly hoping you’ll forget about its previous diesel offerings. While Chevrolet hasn’t released many details on the 2013 Cruze, the automaker has said it will be similar in many respects to the diesel-powered Cruzes it sells in Europe and Australia.  Those models have a…
 
 
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    eGarage

  • Ferrari 16M HRE Wheels

    Jordan
    15 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    HRE Performance Wheels: Ferrari Scuderia 16M/19″ P40-S and Mercedes SL55AMG/20″ M45 Both cars modified/owned by David Gross/founder of Cavallino Jewelers. * This video was shot on closed public roads.

  • Tour Auto 2012

    Drew
    8 May 2012 | 9:26 am
    Words | Photos Raphael Belly    The Tour Auto is a French automotive competition which takes place every year on various steps through France. It’s a very old event created in 1899 by the Automobile Club of France with the name of Tour de France Automobile. It was renamed in 1998 in Tour Auto to distinguish this event from the famous French cycling race called Tour de France. Over the years, this event became mythical due to its age and committed cars (Ferrari 212 Export, Ferrari 250 GT, Ferrari 250 GTO, Lancia Stratos, Ligier JS2, Lancia 037, BMW 3.0 CSL, Porsche Carrera RSR, DeTomaso…

  • Spada Codatronca Monza

    Jordan
    1 May 2012 | 4:38 am
    The Spada Codatronca Monza was commissioned by Aznom as a project car. Unveiled in late 2011 at Top Marques in Monaco. Twin Supercharged 710-horspower 7.0-liter V8 and weight just at 2,600 lbs. Featuring Sabelt bucket seats and full data acquisition system within the F1-style steering wheel. 0-62 mph in 3.0 seconds a top speed of 208 mph. Fully adjustable suspension with OZ Ultraleggera wheels, Pirelli PZero Corsa tires and Brembo brakes with the same ABS system employed in the FIA GT3 series. Directed by: LACRIMA  PICTURES Martin Cannas & Alberto Violante

  • Barrett Jackson Palm Beach 2012

    Ben
    30 Apr 2012 | 12:17 pm
    Words and Photos: Albert Manduca Barrett Jackson Collector Car auctions have been the leading collector car auctions since 1973, consigning not only cars, but also motorcycles, trucks, airplanes and more recently automobilia, boats, and various collector’s items. Some of the most historic and desired vehicles of all time have seen their way thru a Barrett Jackson auction block at one point in time or another. Although the Scottsdale, AZ auctions bring the largest crowds and biggest closing prices, the Palm Beach Auction, added in 2007, is the second largest of the 4. This year’s 10th…

  • Top Marques Monaco 2012

    Ben
    27 Apr 2012 | 9:05 am
    Words/Photos: Raphael Belly After a typical Continental breakfast for the press, the Top Marques Monaco 2012 show finally open its gates under the high patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and Mr Michel Roger, Prime Minister of the Monaco government. Inside the show, the exhibitors present their latest creations including vehicles that have already been seen such as the Pagani Huayra or the Koenigsegg Agera. The Tushek (previously known as Attack K1) is revealed here in its world premiere. The Renovatio T 500, a roadster with a radical look powered by 4.2 V8 (from Audi RS4),…
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    Road & Track Blog

  • Andretti Breaks 223 mph – Trackside at Indy 2012

    Tim Tuttle
    15 May 2012 | 10:15 pm
    Marco Andretti and Ryan Hunter-Reay. Marco Andretti turned a lap of 223.676 mph Tuesday, the first over 223 mph in the four days of practice for the 2012 Indianapolis 500. The first-year Dallara DW12 has changed how the game is played and it’s going to be a fast machine in the 500 on May 27, 2012. Andretti’s DW12 is powered by a 2.2-liter, twin-turbocharged V-6 built by Chevrolet that is thought (nobody is quoting official figures) to be producing horsepower in the 550 to 560 range. For comparison, let’s take Arie Luyendyk’s pole-winning speed from 1997 of 218.263 mph. That was the…

  • Chevrolet and Honda, Even Steven – Trackside at Indy 2012

    John Lamm
    15 May 2012 | 7:15 pm
    IndyCars did some 1600 laps during practice Tuesday and in the last 20 minutes it almost looked like the race. As many as 15 cars were out at one time, a number of them drafting. Of the 30 cars that practiced, 14 topped 200 mph, seven Chevys and seven Hondas. Chevrolet did take the top three spots, with Marco Andretti fastest of all at 223.676 mph. Two other Andretti drivers–James Hinchcliffe and Ryan Hunter-Reay–were in the top five. We should see still quicker speeds on “Fast Friday” and for qualifying on Saturday and Sunday. While the boost for practice is limited to 18.85…

  • American Conor Daly Wins and Jean Alesi Finds the Speed

    John Lamm
    15 May 2012 | 5:27 pm
    Lotus race cars seem to be popping up everywhere. On the same weekend Kimi Raikkonen and Romain Grosjean finished 3-4 in the Spanish Grand Prix driving Lotus-Renaults, American Conor Daly – son of Grand Prix driver Derek Daly – won the GP3 race at the same circuit in a Lotus. That puts Daly second in the championship after two rounds. Twenty-year-old Daly later said, “It’s really cool. I made a mistake yesterday in Race 1, I didn’t have the best start, and I didn’t put ourselves in a good position. I was lucky enough to redeem myself today at the start. It feels so nice to…

  • Factory Buick Team Returns to Nevada to Race in a GS and We’re Tagging Along

    John Rettie
    15 May 2012 | 5:14 pm
    Last year two Buick engineers, Bill Rietow and John Townsend, took a break from testing cars within legal speed limits on regular highways to blast along a lone stretch of highway in Nevada at speeds approaching 140 mph in a stock Buick Regal GS. They ventured out of their normal work environment to tackle the Silver State Classic Challenge – the famous annual “race” that takes place on Highway 318 near Ely, 250 miles north of Las Vegas. It’s not quite an outright speed race – instead competitors have to accurately achieve a targeted average speed. Last September the Buick…

  • It’s All in the Family at A.J. Foyt Racing – Trackside at Indy 2012

    Tim Tuttle
    14 May 2012 | 9:29 pm
    Photos courtesy of IMS Mike Conway on the track A.J. Foyt remains an integral part of his race team, but he’s handed managerial control to his son Larry. The younger Foyt, 35, hasn’t just taken over a race team, he’s inherited a legacy. Foyt has become keeper of the flame and he plans on keeping that famous family name alive in IndyCar for years to come. “A.J. built a successful business that hopefully I’ll be able to have long years into my life,” Foyt said. “That’s the main goal. It’s something I always wanted to do. I thought it would be later, I was hoping I’d still be…
 
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    Car and Driver

  • BMW Introduces 2013 135is Coupe and Convertible

    Justin Berkowitz
    15 May 2012 | 5:45 pm
    BMW will extend its “is” badging to the 1-series starting this fall, when dealers begin taking deliveries of the 2013 135is coupes and convertibles. Whereas the 335is and Z4 sDrive35is are perhaps halfway between normal models and M cars—sort of M Performance cars before such a thing existed—the 135is is more like a 135i with existing off-the-shelf upgrades. (more…)

  • 2012 Ford Focus 1.0L EcoBoost First Drive: Sampling Ford’s 1.0-liter, Three-Cylinder Engine

    Ray Hutton
    15 May 2012 | 5:36 pm
    With its EcoBoost-branded engines, Ford feels it really has a substitute for cubic inches, and it’s taking the turbocharged, direct-injected concept to extremes. If you think that the naturally aspirated 1.6-liter engine in the subcompact Fiesta is, like the car, a touch on the small side, you will be amazed—maybe horrified—to learn that its replacement has just three cylinders and a displacement of less than one liter: 999 cc, to be precise. (This new EcoBoost engine also will soon find its way into the U.S.-market 2014 Fiesta.) (more…)

  • Name That Exhaust Note, Episode 136

    Car and Driver
    15 May 2012 | 3:06 pm
    Hit play for an audio recording of a mystery car’s exhaust note, and then share your guesses or get a few hints from other visitors in the comments below. Be sure to check back on Thursday for the answer!

  • Porsche Releases Photos of a 918 Spyder Prototype

    Austin Lindberg
    15 May 2012 | 11:05 am
    Porsche has released some official, er, “spy” photos of its 918 Spyder prototype, the same one our own spy photographers recently spotted. We applaud the company for giving us these unaltered images, which show the unfinished car with data-collection equipment scattered about the interior. Read full story »

  • How Active Safety Tech Is Developed, Wherein We Mow Down Dudes with Our Car.

    Clifford Atiyeh
    14 May 2012 | 4:21 pm
    I feel a little perverted driving into Carson City—but it’s not because I’m in Nevada, about to slink out to some brothel. No, I’m in a silent and snow-crusted part of western Sweden, a place where apparently you can mow down pedestrians and get away with it. (more..)
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    The Ford Story

  • Help Turn a Plastic Bottle into Ford Seat Fabric

    15 May 2012 | 4:02 pm
    Details on the REPREVE® Gives Back program

  • SECURITY APP

    15 May 2012 | 2:45 pm
    What if Ford made a security app alarm for a smart phone connected to the car for a lost or stolen car and lets the company know when a car is stolen and what if the app also was used as a security key to enter or start up the car just as a key

  • Work Green

    15 May 2012 | 2:44 pm
    What I think would be cool is if my Fence Company had all electric trucks. The amount of money I would save would be ridiculous on gasoline. My costs go down that much, so would my prices. Which would put me and my crew to work even more. Maybe even add a new crew. I save, you save, we save, th

  • Fiesta rs

    15 May 2012 | 2:42 pm
    Ford really need to build a fiesta rs I already own the focus rs in the uk and its a great car. I know the fiesta st is being released very soon but this feels like a tease to the public while waiting on an rs model to be made, there is big public demand for an rs model and many people I have spoke

  • 2.0 EOBOOST WITH MANUAL FUSION

    15 May 2012 | 2:40 pm
    It would be great if Ford would offer the following combination for the terrific 2013 Fusion... a manual transmission with the 2.0 liter ecoboost with a performance suspension....a grown up Focus ST
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    Audiworld.com

  • Audi Urban Future Award 2012: The present and future of mobility in six global metropolitan regions

    14 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    · International conference: Metropolis & Mobility Dialogue on 16 May 2012 in Ingolstadt · Live in the Internet: www.audi-urban-future-award.com/livestream · TV Broadcast via satellite and webstream The start of the Audi Urban Future ...

  • Event: Carlisle Import Show Preview and Audi Weekend

    14 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    By AudiWorld Looking for something fun and Audi related to do this weekend? There are 2 great Audi events, and one great Import car show all happening this weekend. For information about the Audi weekend, follow this link: ...

  • Motorsport Newsletter 18/2012: "Rocky" and the Audi A3 - part 2

    13 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    · 2010 Le Mans winner in Majorca for filming · Audi is official vehicle partner of the Nürburgring 24 Hours · Audi drivers to follow excitement at Champions League final Ingolstadt, Germany - Following his role at the Audi A3 world ...

  • Winter sports and functionality - the Audi Q3 red track

    12 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    · Compact SUV as the themed vehicle at the Wörthersee · New, practical solutions and many individual design highlights · 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine developing 250 kW (340 hp) and 450 Nm (331.90 lb-ft) INGOLSTADT, Germany ...

  • Audi begins 24-hour marathon

    11 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    · Three 24-hour races within ten weeks · Five Audi teams at Nürburgring 24 Hours · New Audi R8 LMS ultra competes in large field of GT3 class Ingolstadt/Nürburgring, - Audi is contesting three 24-hour races as factory commitments within ...
 
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    The Garage

  • Forgotten Sporty Cars, Mother’s Day Edition

    Tom Williams
    15 May 2012 | 1:40 am
    All of us here at The Garage hope you treated your mom’s right on Mother’s Day, and we offer a belated happy Mother’s Day to the mom’s that read our blog. En route to lovely Knapp’s Landing restaurant in Stratford, Connecticut, my wife spotted a cool car on our way to lunch. Not wanting to be late, I vowed to check it out later. A tribute to my lovely wife for her keen eye. After lunch, I drove to where she spotted the car, and what I found was cooler than I ever could have imagined. Not only was it a cool car, but it was resting on the flatbed of an equally, if…

  • NASCAR – Jimmie Johnson Takes Home Hendrick’s 200th Win in Darlington

    Jay Tomchuk
    14 May 2012 | 8:50 am
    Jimmie Johnson took home to trophy for the Southern 500 from Darlington, and the 200th win for the Hendrick's stable. 200 wins. Now there’s a lifetime achievement to be proud of. But in typical Rick Hendrick fashion, while the mile stone is great, he is already looking towards the next one. ”That guy’s something,” Johnson said about the owner. ”He said, `We won 200. Let’s get 250.” Jimmie Johnson could not have been more proud as he beamed his trademark smile around everywhere after the race.  Johnson presented his owner with a helmet signed by…

  • Automotive Legend Carroll Shelby Passes at 89

    Tom Williams
    14 May 2012 | 12:50 am
    By now you may have heard that the great Carroll Shelby, one time race car driver and constructor has passed away at the age of 89 on Friday, May 10, 2012. The automotive world has truly lost one of the greats who lead a full life and accomplished feats few men can imagine. On the news of Mr. Shelby’s passing, my thoughts were he may be the last man to have such a singular impact on racing history and the cars that bear his name. My next thoughts brought me back to August, 1988. I was all of 15 years old at the time, while on vacation in Cape Cod, Massachusetts had read that Enzo…

  • NASCAR – Biffle Sets the Pace and Attempts to Tame the Lady in Black

    Jay Tomchuk
    12 May 2012 | 9:31 am
    Greg Biffle has the pole for the Bojangles Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. It was beginning to look like an all Hendrick front row with Jimmie Johnson and Kasey Kahne ready to lead the field to the green flag, until Greg Biffle showed up.  Jimmie Johnson had taken the provisional pole from his teammate Kasey Kahne but was worried that he had not done his best, that he had left some speed out there on the track.  That speed was found by Greg Biffle as he grabbed the pole for the Bojangles Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. “This is what a race car driver looks forward to, showing…

  • Shutter Speed: The day the music died

    Allan De La Plante
    8 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    When the teams convened in Zolder two weeks after the Imola race the tensions between FOCA and FIA plus the tension between Gilles and Didier had not diminished. All of the teams this time showed up and got to work. The media had fanned the flames between Gilles and Didier. Gilles had vowed to ‘never speak to that man again’. He was true to his word and they avoided each other in the pits. Since the 1981 race that saw the death of one mechanic and serious injury to another, the pit and paddock area had been replaced by a completely new and safer installation. Friday morning there…
 
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    Popular Science

  • Now Showing in NYC: A Rare Collection of Hollywood Futurist Syd Mead's Paintings

    Clay Dillow
    15 May 2012 | 4:35 pm
    'Future Rolls-Royce' by Syd Mead (1967) via BravinLee ProgramsFrom the man who brought you the future of transit via 'TRON' and 'Blade Runner' Getting around in the future is going to be something of a trip, at least to let classics of science fiction like TRON, Blade Runner, Aliens, and Star Trek tell the story. In a rare glimpse into the mind of the man that largely shaped Hollywood's sci-fi representation of the future of transport, a collection of visionary designer Syd Mead's paintings is currently on display in Manhattan. Mead is probably best known for his work on vehicle design and…

  • Test Drive: The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG

    Jon Alain Guzik
    15 May 2012 | 2:35 pm
    Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG Parked Mercedes-BenzThe new roadster has been substantially redesigned for 2013--but you'll still look awesome while driving it With the new sixth generation SL, Mercedes-Benz once again redefines the two-seater luxury roadster segment that it helped to create in 1954. For 2013, Mercedes-Benz started from the ground up on the SL, this time building upon a lightweight aluminum bodyshell similar to the top-of-the-range SLS. The platform is entirely new--its first in a decade. The new SL is longer, wider, lighter, more powerful and gets better gas mileage than before. But…

  • Nevada Issues a Driver's License to Google's Self-Driving Car

    Paul Adams
    8 May 2012 | 9:53 am
    Google Drives Autonomously Nevada DMV The applicant had to drive flawlessly on highways, through neighborhoods, and on the Strip, while Department of Motor Vehicles officials rode along sternly monitoring its skill. When it passed the test, it became the first autonomous vehicle officially licensed to drive on the nation's roads with no human intervention. Google's driverless cars, which it surprised the world with in 2010, use radar, lidar, and video sensors to view the world, coupled with the aggregated knowledge of human drivers. We saw the latest video demonstration in March, when blind…

  • Testing the Long-Awaited Fisker Karma Plug-In Hybrid

    John Voelcker
    4 May 2012 | 1:12 pm
    Fisker Karma Plug-in Hybrid Courtesy Fisker Automotive At the 2008 Detroit Auto Show, the start-up Fisker Automotive unveiled its Karma concept , a high-end plug-in hybrid the company would use to challenge Tesla Motors. Cofounder Henrik Fisker said the Karma would go on sale in late 2009. Then the recession, a switch in battery suppliers and other delays kept Fisker from shipping the first trickle of cars until late last year. This spring, we got one of the first test drives. THE TEST We drove two Karmas on two coasts, along winding roads in California and in stop-and-go Manhattan traffic.

  • Honda Car Warns You If Your Driving Style Is Likely to Cause Traffic Jams

    Clay Dillow
    27 Apr 2012 | 10:11 am
    Honda's Scheme for Reducing Gridlock by Encouraging Better Driving Behaviors via PhysOrg While we wait for our self-driving cars of the future to autonomously deliver us from gridlock forever, Honda is working to help human drivers reduce traffic in realtime by analyzing the driving patterns of individual vehicles and determine if each one is likely to cause a traffic jam. By analyzing the acceleration and deceleration of individual cars, the technology prods the driver to take steps in realtime that will avoid traffic congestion among trailing vehicles. The system differs from many current…
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  • Facebook Fans Can Win Free Fiat

    15 May 2012 | 1:27 pm
    FIAT USA has reached a social media landmark, accumulating 500,000 fans on their Facebook page. The brand wants to celebrate this milestone by giving back to the fans that made it possible. Every new and current FIAT USA Facebook fan will have an opportunity to win one of 10 2012 Fiat 500 Sport models via the “FIAT Spin to Win” application. In addition, the original 500,000 eligible fans can receive a $500 loyalty voucher toward the purchase or lease of a new vehicle. To join the celebration and enter the “FIAT Spin to Win” promotion, visit the “500,000…

  • Automotive Design Panel Takes On 'Weighty' Issues

    11 May 2012 | 10:27 am
    Ever try stuffing 10 pounds in a five-pound bag, and have it turn out beautiful and appealing? It may sound impossible, but it turns out that’s the challenge automotive designers face every time they hit the drawing board. Designing to meet growing customer demands for content, while conforming to government mandated fuel economy standards, was the topic of the Automotive Press Association’s annual design panel discussion on Thursday at the Detroit Athletic Club. Chrysler Group Chief Designer Mark Trostle joined his counterparts from Ford and GM to weigh in on ‘Half:…

  • Jeep Searches For Sixth Man & Woman: Contest

    11 May 2012 | 8:31 am
    Do you know someone who exemplifies the six attributes of a leader, from sacrifice to integrity to a humble spirit? The Jeep brand is looking for a “6th man” and “6th woman” who demonstrates these qualities every day in  his or her community to join Jeep's partnership with the USA Basketball team. The contest is being held on the Jeep Facebook page and is easy to enter with great rewards. Jeep brand and USA Basketball partnership spokesperson, Chris Paul. When visiting the Jeep Facebook page, be sure to hit that “like” button, then click on the…

  • Chrysler, Dodge Remember Mom on Her Special Day

    9 May 2012 | 3:37 pm
    “All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother”                                                           -- Abraham Lincoln What can you give to the lady who has given so much to you? Finding that perfect Mother’s Day card – sentimental, unique, heartfelt – is always a…

  • Mother's Day Made Easy

    9 May 2012 | 3:10 pm
    Mother's Day is just around the corner and if you're anything like me you're wondering, "What in the world do I get Mom this year?" Well, how about this year, you ditch the usual flower bouquet that wilts in a week and go with something that she will love and it will last. We've taken the guess work out of it for you by listing some wearables, brand goodies and car accessories that are sure to please any important lady in your life. Mopar: Ladies White Rhinestone M Cap Ladies Mopar Oakley Sunglasses Rear View Camera System (Includes Monitor) Cargo Tote Fiat: French Terry Full-Zip…
 
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  • British Racing Firm Lola Appoints Administrator

    16 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    British engineering firm and race car constructor Lola, established in 1958 and based in Huntingdon, England, has announced today that it is suffering from severe cashflow problems and has appointed an administrator. The company, which includes a separate composites division and also works with numerous companies outside of motorsports, released...

  • Atelier Valdeig Teams Up With ArmorTech To Build Tresor SUV

    16 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    A German coachbuilder has joined forces with a Russian firm specializing in armored cars to develop an over-the-top luxury SUV for discerning customers who may consider a Range Rover Vogue just a little too mainstream. The coachbuilder is Atelier Valdeig based in Leipzig, Germany, and together with the guys at ArmorTech plan to launch the Tresor...

  • Marco Andretti Hits 223mph In Tuesday Indy Practice

    16 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Tuesday practice for the 96th Indianapolis 500 on Indianapolis Motor Speedway's 2.5-mile oval looked almost like a race, particularly in the final, "happy" hour when cars and drivers looked to be practicing their race pace in anticipation of the May 27 200-lap bout. With 30 combinations taking to the track on another warm, sunny and not-too-breezy...

  • 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Class Spy Shots

    16 May 2012 | 2:30 am
    Mercedes-Benz recently launched new generations of its A Class and B Class models overseas, and in the near future we’re going to see this small car family expand with even more offerings. One of these is going to be a four-door coupe similar to the current CLS Class, albeit on a considerably smaller scale and with standard front-wheel or...

  • 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Spy Shots

    16 May 2012 | 1:45 am
    The Range Rover SUV is not only one of the most important models for rappers all over the world, but it’s also crucial for Land Rover as most of its other vehicles are based on the same basic design of the boxy off-roader. Models like the Range Rover Sport, LR4 (Discovery) and LR2 (Freelander) all share their basic design and technology with...
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    Car Loves

  • 10 Tiny Bits of Automotive News – May 15, 2012

    scottbourne
    15 May 2012 | 9:24 am
    1. Automotive icon Carroll Shelby died last week at 89. Mr. Shelby was a leader of the automotive industry in almost every respect. He was a racer, owned car dealerships, and of course legendary car tuner and builder. His name will live forever in the world of automotive speed. 2. The Toyota Prius Plug-in is the third fastest selling car in America. The Porsche Boxster is the slowest selling car in America. 3. Ford is recalling 10,500 F-150, Mustangs, Expeditions, and Lincoln Navigators over transmission sensor issue. 4. From the “This is cool” category – VW is offering a…

  • 2012 Ford F-150 FX4 – Mini Review

    scottbourne
    14 May 2012 | 7:11 am
    Photo by Scott Bourne – Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs Creative Commons It’s one of the best selling vehicles in the world – one of the best selling vehicles of all time – and it’s a truck. You might think Ford would just be willing to sit on its laurels but in the last three years they’ve worked hard to continue to improve the F150. For that and other reasons, I decided to add a 2012 Ford F-150 FX4 to my stable. Since I am a photographer, I often find myself in need of a vehicle that will actually go off-road. The FX4 F-150 fills that bill but also…

  • The Most Unpopular Cars In America

    scottbourne
    11 May 2012 | 12:19 pm
    (Last Month Anyway) You can judge how well a car is doing by how long it sits (on average) on the car lot before it sells. Here are the 10 cars that took the longest to turn on American showrooms last month – according to Edmunds.com. 1. Volkswagen Routan 2. Nissan Titan 3. Kia Rio 4. Mazda 6 5. Toytoa Yaris 6. Toyota Matrix 7. Honda Element 8. Suzuki SX4 9. Cadillac DTS 10. Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup

  • Who’s The Better Driver?

    scottbourne
    10 May 2012 | 2:37 am

  • Corvette Paces Indy

    scottbourne
    9 May 2012 | 8:32 am
    A 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will lead the starting field of the 96th Indianapolis 500 to the green flag Sunday, May 27 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. With 638 horsepower, the Corvette ZR1 is the most powerful production car ever to pace the race.
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  • GM to start 2nd shift at Cadillac plant in Mich.

    15 May 2012 | 7:39 pm
    General Motors will start a second shift in July with 600 workers at the Michigan plant that will make the new Cadillac ATS sedan, the company said on Tuesday.

  • New Altima guns for bigger slice of mid-sized sedan segment

    15 May 2012 | 6:51 pm
    Nissan began production Tuesday of the redesigned 2013 Altima sedan that it hopes will challenge the family-sedan supremacy of the Toyota Camry. The Altima has lagged for most of its 20-year life as the also-ran among family sedans.

  • Buffet's Berkshire acquires small GM stake

    15 May 2012 | 5:04 pm
    Berkshire Hathaway disclosed stakes in GM and Viacom as deputies Todd Combs and Ted Weschler, both former hedge-fund managers, built their portfolios under Chairman Warren Buffett.

  • Executives, dealers fondly remember Red Poling

    15 May 2012 | 4:58 pm
    Don Petersen says he and Red Poling made a terrific team as Ford Motor Co.'s two top executives a quarter century ago -- even though they came from completely different parts of the business.

  • GM says it will stop advertising on Facebook

    15 May 2012 | 3:52 pm
    General Motors will stop advertising on Facebook, citing the ineffectiveness of the paid ads, The Wall Street Journal reported today. A GM spokesman confirmed the newspaper's report, according to Reuters.
 
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  • The AJAC Eco-Run: What we learned about driving

    Jil McIntosh
    11 May 2012 | 12:43 pm
    Part of the AJAC Eco-Run was to present new fuel-saving technologies from the automakers; the other part was to show us the considerable difference that can be made in fuel economy if you drive the car properly. I have a wrap-up in the Toronto Star on the event - read all about it by clicking here.

  • Luxury cars: Where their technology is going

    Jil McIntosh
    10 May 2012 | 8:37 pm
    Most new technologies start at the top and eventually trickle down, primarily because they're expensive to develop. In the Toronto Star, I have a look at some of the things we can expect from luxury automakers and why they're going in the directions they're heading. Find it all by clicking here.

  • The AJAC Eco-Run: All wrapped up, and lots of fuel saved!

    Jil McIntosh
    10 May 2012 | 8:33 pm
    The AJAC Eco-Run has wrapped up, after three days of journalists driving 22 cars with fuel-saving technology from Brighton to London, Ontario. But it wasn't just about the technology - it was also about the way that we drove them. According to Natural Resources Canada, which crunched our numbers each night, 70% of us achieved or bettered the vehicles' published fuel figures. After we got a pep talk, and changed our driving habits somewhat, we got up to 80%. At the end of the event today, we were told that all of the vehicles were now meeting or beating the fuel figures. And the best…

  • The Eco-Run: How you drive makes a difference (of course!)

    Jil McIntosh
    10 May 2012 | 6:02 am
    It's the beginning of the third and last day of the AJAC Eco-Run. The cars are stored at McMaster University, where we'll begin the day's drive. That photo, taken yesterday at the university, shows the sun coming out just as we were finishing, following a day of downpours. Of the 22 cars on the event, NRCan was able to give us immediate feedback on 14 of them. On the first leg, 70 per cent of them matched or exceeded their published fuel figures. After we got a pep talk on driving habits, that increased to 80 per cent. Really, while these new fuel-saving technologies are…

  • Day Two of the Eco-Run is about to begin!

    Jil McIntosh
    9 May 2012 | 5:50 am
    I'm getting ready to start Day Two of the Eco-Run, an initiative by the Automobile Journalists of Canada (AJAC) to drive cars with fuel-saving technologies and to get the best mileage out of any vehicle. We're driving over three days from Brighton to London in Ontario. I'm also filing a blog at the Toronto Star, along with writers Jim Kenzie and Gary Grant. Check it out by clicking here.
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    Motorsport.com

  • F1: Sponsor seeks millions from F1 driver Doornbos

    16 May 2012 | 1:56 am
    May 16 (GMM) Robert Doornbos, the former Minardi and Red Bull driver, is being pursued for millions by a former sponsor.The disgruntled backer, Harry Muermans, is demanding the Dutchman pay back a whopping EUR 11 million from their partnership between 2005 and 2008, claiming the money was in fact not sponsorship, but loans.Doornbos, now 30, made his debut for Minardi in 2005, and he also contested a few races for Red Bull Racing at the end of the following season.According to the Dagblad de Limburger newspaper, Muermans has won the first round of the court battle, a judge ruling that money…

  • F1: Wolff rubbishes Senna axe reports

    16 May 2012 | 1:56 am
    May 16 (GMM) Toto Wolff has rubbished suggestions Williams might soon replace Bruno Senna with the team's rising reserve driver Valtteri Bottas.Finnish commentator Mika Salo last weekend said that, following an interview with Sir Frank Williams, he sensed the team was thinking about ousting Senna in favour of 22-year-old Finn Bottas "this season"."That story is bullshit," Wolff, who is not only a 15 per cent Williams shareholder but also Bottas' manager, told Austria's Sportwoche.The reports, however, sounded credible, given Brazilian Senna's recent struggle at the wheel of the FW34, which in…

  • F1: FIA had to disqualify Hamilton in Spain - Whiting

    16 May 2012 | 1:56 am
    May 16 (GMM) Charlie Whiting has defended the decision in Spain to move Lewis Hamilton from pole to the very rear of the grid.Although McLaren was widely criticised for making a grave error, the stewards' penalty was at the same time described by the world's press as "draconian"."Quite frankly I did not expect the penalty that we received," said McLaren team boss Martin Whitmarsh.Indeed, given that McLaren's fuel indiscretion occurred only in the decisive Q3, why not simply delete Hamilton's Q3 laptimes, thereby putting the Briton mid-grid for the race?"We had no room to move," Whiting, the…

  • F1: New winner Maldonado looks for Monaco repeat

    16 May 2012 | 1:56 am
    May 16 (GMM) The oddest element of the 2012 season so far is that the unlikeliest of candidates could now be genuine title contenders.Before the Spanish grand prix weekend, Pastor Maldonado was a commonly derided 'pay driver' with 500-1 odds of winning in Barcelona, and just a single point to his name in 2011.Now, he is F1's newest pole-getter and race victor, and genuinely regarded as a potential contender for the world championship.And Dr Helmut Marko, the reigning world champion Red Bull's motor racing manager, said: "If the Williams really has traction that good, then Maldonado will run…

  • F1: D'Ambrosio linked with Massa's 2012 seat

    16 May 2012 | 1:55 am
    May 16 (GMM) Jerome d'Ambrosio is the latest name linked with struggling Felipe Massa's Ferrari race seat.While Mark Webber or Sergio Perez are the Maranello team's more likely longer term solutions, Ferrari may be looking simply for a stop-gap solution, having reportedly run out of patience for Brazilian Massa's lack of pace and results.The French sports daily L'Equipe named d'Ambrosio, the Belgian driver who lost his Virgin/Marussia seat at the end of last season.He is managed by Eric Boullier, and now Lotus' reserve driver.Also named as potential substitutes for Massa in recent days were…
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    Autosavant

  • Review: 2012 Nissan Quest SV

    Jeff Jablansky
    11 May 2012 | 10:15 am
    It’s safe to say there’s some baggage with Nissan’s attempts at mainstream minivans.  The first and second-generation Quests, widely considered underpowered also-rans among people carriers, rode on a platform shared with the Mercury Villager. After a two-year hiatus, the nameplate returned on a bulbous, Nissan-specific van known for its otherworldly interior with center-mounted instruments and jarring exterior lines. For its idiosyncrasies, however, the Quest never rose to the top of the segment.For 2011, the fourth-generation Quest returned with striking styling, a significant punch…

  • Video Review: 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan SE 2WD

    Kevin Gordon
    9 May 2012 | 2:51 pm
    The 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is a refreshed model for this year. For 2012 the Tiguan has received a revised exterior and upgraded transmission bits that help it look more like the rest of its family and remain competitive in the pile of little SUVs. In a word, the little VW is adorable. The Tiguan wins the award for the car that I have driven that garnered the most approving looks from the women that it encountered. The Tiguan is easily likable, but like a lot of things little and adorable, it can do things that make you want to scold it and put it in a corner. The Tiguan we sampled was the two…

  • Hey, There’s a Cool Car: 1996 Volkswagen Golf Harlequin

    Charles Krome
    9 May 2012 | 8:52 am
    The same friend who first introduced me into the thrills of high-school hoonage—in a late 1970s Chevy Monza—recently bought this 1996 Volkswagen Golf Harlequin, and I was lucky enough to get some time behind the wheel. For those who haven’t read the head Savant’s own piece on the car, from 2009, the Golf Harlequin actually came that way right from the factory.   Based on what I’ve been able to glean online, Volkswagen built a multicolored show car for the 1996 season, using body panels from separate and differently colored Golfs, then displayed it at “the Los Angeles, Chicago,…

  • Review: 2012 Buick Enclave AWD

    Chris Haak
    7 May 2012 | 12:37 pm
    “Wouldn’t you really rather drive a Buick?” For years, the answer to the question posed by this decades-old tagline for most people younger than 70 would have probably been “no thank you.”  When my wife and I were shopping over four years ago for a new family hauler, I had my eye on the then-new Enclave, and she was less-than-eager to be seen as a Buick driver.  After all, her Grandma was still driving a late-80s A-body Century at the time.  We didn’t end up buying the Enclave, not because of its image, but because it was more expensive than the…

  • Nissan Confirms Limited Production Juke-R Will Be Available In US

    Carl Malek
    7 May 2012 | 7:04 am
    Nissan stunned the world earlier this year when its European engineering department developed and built the Juke-R, the worlds first and currently sole super crossover vehicle. This unusual version of the Juke was created by shoehorning the all-wheel drive system, 3.8 liter V6, and the stout six speed dual clutch transmission from the GT-R super car into a modified and reworked Juke body and chassis. In the past Nissan has claimed that the Juke-R was designed to be a one off special and that it was also an unauthorized engineering project.  However the company confirmed a report published by…
 
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    Autosport.com

  • LEMANS: Lola Cars enters administration

    16 May 2012 | 4:10 am
    Lola Cars has announced that it is going into financial administration as it continues to search for possible investors

  • MOTOGP: Rossi aiming for further step at Le Mans

    16 May 2012 | 4:09 am
    Valentino Rossi says the top six, rather than a repeat of his 2011 podium, will be Ducati's main target at MotoGP's forthcoming French Grand Prix.

  • NASCAR: Busch fined for pit road incident

    16 May 2012 | 3:50 am
    Kurt Busch has been penalised by NASCAR for a pit road incident last weekend following the conclusion of Saturday's Sprint Cup Series race at Darlington Raceway.

  • F1: Injured Williams man returns home

    16 May 2012 | 3:48 am
    The Williams mechanic badly burned in the fire in the team's pits after the Spanish Grand Prix has returned back to Britain to receive further medical care.

  • INDY: Andretti tops fourth day at Indy

    16 May 2012 | 3:45 am
    Marco Andretti is convinced that the Andretti Autosport team is in good shape for next weekend's Indy 500 after topping the fourth day of practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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  • Diesel vs. Gasoline: Is Diesel Worth the Added Cost?

    mpg-o-editor
    14 May 2012 | 1:51 pm
    Folks are often distracted by the cost-differential between regular unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel. I can’t count the number of times I’ve heard variations of the same question, “how can you justify buying a diesel-powered car with the 30 cent difference between diesel and gasoline?” Diesel engines can be as much as 30% more fuel efficient than the equivalent gasoline engine. The cost-differential between diesel fuel and regular unleaded varies depending on factors that include seasonal fluctuations, geographic location, and market demand. So how do diesel cars save money over…

  • What Does It Take to Make a Used Car Feel New Again?

    mpg-o-editor
    11 May 2012 | 12:04 pm
    It’s been said that for every new car sold each year in the United States, three used cars change hands. That’s a whopping number of cars – well into the tens of millions. As the vehicles move through the sales process, they’re refurbished to varying degrees. One of our goals here at MPGomatic is to create opportunities to make those used cars more fuel-efficient in the resale process. That’s why we’re so keen on our Honda Civic MPG project. Updating a vehicle’s tires, wheels, and suspension can improve handling and increase MPGs, when the right components are chosen. A…

  • 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Review

    mpg-o-editor
    10 May 2012 | 11:44 am
    MPG-o-Matic 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Review Summary: The 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco dukes it out in the midsize sedan segment with the Honda Accord, Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry, and Hyundai Sonata. General Motors chose to cast aside the flashy hybrid emblem of the Eco’s predecessor, in favor of a small green badge. The new Malibu Eco swaps in a 2.4-liter inline four and lithium-ion battery powered electric motor in place of the older Hybrid’s 3.6-liter V6 and NiMH battery pack. We found the new model to be quieter, faster, more fuel-efficient, and more refined. The 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco is…

  • Honda Civic HX Gas Mileage Project

    mpg-o-editor
    7 May 2012 | 5:33 pm
    If you’re looking for an inexpensive used car that gets great mileage, it’s tough to beat the Honda Civic. They’re affordable, plentiful, and reliable – as long as you keep up on basic maintenance. Over the years, the VX, HX, and HF models have been the most fuel-efficient conventionally-powered Civics. As wild as it may sound, the tiny 1984 Civic CRX HF was officially rated at an astounding 67 miles per gallon highway. Now some folks might not believe this today, but there are tests to prove it. The United States Auto Club (USAC) drove a fleet of four 1984 CRX HFs cross-country,…

  • 2012 Hyundai Accent Hatchback Review

    mpg-o-editor
    27 Apr 2012 | 4:30 pm
    MPG-o-Matic 2012 Hyundai Accent Review Summary: The newly refreshed 2012 Hyundai Accent goes to battle in the highly competitive sub-compact class against fuel-efficient rivals including: the Ford Fiesta, Chevy Sonic, Fiat 500, Honda Fit, and cross-town cousin Kia Rio. The Accent plays the value card, with an entry price of just over $12,500. While the base GLS sedan is spartan, the fully-equipped SE hatchback is kitted out with features you might not expect with a MSRP under $16,000. The 2012 Hyundai Accent is powered by a 16-valve Gasoline Direct Injected (GDI) 1.6-liter inline…
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    Motor Trader

  • Average used prices fall 2% in April

    john
    16 May 2012 | 5:19 am
    The average values of used cars sold at auction fell 2 per cent in April to £4,550, according to the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA). NAMA chairman Andrew Hulme said the April results show that the key indicators of market health were down but this was to be expected at this time of the year. “There was a 2% overall price reduction for all cars sold in the month, sales reduced by 9%, conversion rates fell and the average number of days that cars were spending on site increased,” he said. “However it is important to remember that these changes are typical for this…

  • Vertu pre-tax profits rise 3.8% to £5.5m

    john
    16 May 2012 | 5:02 am
    Vertu Motors generated turnover of £1.08bn in the year to 29 February, up 8.9 per cent on the previous year. Pre tax profits rose 3.8% to £5.5m. The group outperformed the new car market with private new car sales volumes declining 3.5% against the overall UK retail decline of 11.9%. Sales of used cars on a like for like basis fell 1.8% in a tight market. Vertu said the market had recovered and its like for like used car volumes were up 9.8% in March and April. The internet is playing an increasingly important role in driving business for the group. In the three months to March 2012, Vertu…

  • Hyundai i30 Blue Drive tested

    curtis
    15 May 2012 | 4:37 am
    Hyundai’s come a long way in recent years as it broadens the breadth and depth of its line-up and backs it up with a buyer friendly five year warranty. The new generation i30 entered UK showrooms in March and is set to become a competitive retail and fleet offering for the brand as it ticks all the appropriate boxes for running cost and emissions. As a small family car it is pitched against some industry heavyweights including the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. Our test model was the 1.6 diesel 128PS Blue Drive in range topping Style trim. Exterior styling is more…

  • Van auction values rise 3.8% in April

    john
    15 May 2012 | 3:19 am
    Average wholesale used van values rose 3.8% to £4,295 in April, according to Manheim. Overall average age remained at 60 months and average mileage was down 2,057 miles to 80,422. When compared with April 2011, average values were 11.5% higher, average age was seven months higher and mileage was up 5,327. James Davis, director of commercial vehicles, Manheim Remarketing said: “Year on year February and March saw sold volumes fall by a third in each month. “That said, in Q1 2011 the volumes of used vans resulting from consolidation in the daily rental sector made a significant impact.

  • VW Group UK appoints customer quality director

    john
    15 May 2012 | 3:17 am
    Volkswagen Group UK has created a new board level position aimed at managing customer care across all its brands. Alison Jones (pictured) has been promoted to the position of customer quality director from head of operations at Audi UK. She will lead the group-wide drive to improve the quality of customer care, reporting directly to Volkswagen Group managing director Simon Thomas. The role will include overall management responsibility for the Volkswagen Group customer service centre in Leeds and the group’s customer contact strategy. “I know Alison will relish the challenges involved in…
 
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    Automedia News

  • Porsche 918 Spyder Begins Final Testing, Promises 770hp and 78 mpg

    My name
    15 May 2012 | 1:57 pm
    The plug-in hybrid Porsche 918 Spyder supercar is undergoing the next phase of testing in Atlanta and the automaker has leaked these photos of the futuristic car, draped in nostalgic Porsche 917 racing livery, out on the twisties. Porsche expects to begin building production 918 Spyders in September 2013, delivering the first examples to owners a few months later. But in the meantime, they... Click through for more info and pictures.

  • BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon Coming to U.S. in Spring 2013

    My name
    15 May 2012 | 12:02 pm
    Stateside enthusiasts have been calling for the return of station wagons for years, and they’ll get their wish next Spring when the BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon enters U.S. dealerships. BMW recently announced that the athletic wagon, a favorite the world over, will make its return in Spring 2013. The stretched version of the quintessential BMW has enjoyed a reputation for combining utility... Click through for more info and pictures.

  • Carroll Shelby Played By His Own Rules

    My name
    14 May 2012 | 11:31 pm
    The passing of automotive legend Carroll Shelby has resonated deeply across the country and beyond over the last few days, due in no small part to the fact that despite his recently failing health, Shelby still represented the rebellious and unstoppable determination that defined the Golden Era of Racing and would come to define a generation. Born in 1923 to a family of modest means in tiny... Click through for more info and pictures.

  • Motorsports Monday: Maldonado Returns Formula One Glory to Williams

    My name
    14 May 2012 | 1:17 pm
      Welcome to Motorsports Monday, a weekly recap of the thrills and spills from the weekend of racing, Today we cover Formula One, IndyCar, the American Le Mans Series, NASCAR and GRAND-AM for the Mothers Day weekend of May 12-13, 2012. Formula One: In the first race following the Spring testing break, Pastor Maldonado became the first Venezuelan to win a Formula One race and the... Click through for more info and pictures.

  • Jeep Contest Offers Community Leaders a $20,000 Prize for Charity

    My name
    13 May 2012 | 4:30 am
      Are you ready for your chance to be a member of the USA Basketball team? Well, unless your name is James Harden or Anthony Davis, you won’t be seeing any court time for the Olympic squad. But thanks to Jeep, you do have a chance to be named an honorary member in the automaker’s “6th Man” contest on Facebook. As part of their partnership with USA Basketball, Jeep... Click through for more info and pictures.
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  • Carroll Shelby…The Last Checkered Flag

    Real Car Guys
    15 May 2012 | 12:10 pm
    Motorsports icon Carroll Shelby crossed the finish line late Thursday, May 10. Given his indomitable spirit, many thought he might live forever. Sadly, that is not the case. He was 89. Old ‘Shel leaves a rich legacy, marked with brilliant innovations, unwavering confidence and a competitive spirit that set a benchmark in American racing history that few, if any, can match.  The Texas... Click through to read more...

  • Wreck and Roll: World's Wildest Police Chase Videos Are Back

    Real Car Guys
    8 May 2012 | 11:24 pm
    The gearhead’s guilty pleasure, "World's Wildest Police Videos,” is back. It made its high-speed return to TV this week on Spike, thanks to the son of the man who created the show that originally ran on Fox between 1998 and 2001. Paul Stojanovich, Jr. says watching videos of people running from the cops, bad guys assaulting good guys, and bank robbers proving why bank robbery is such... Click through to read more...

  • Car Collecting and Restoration: It Ain’t No Thinkin’ Thing

    Real Car Guys
    2 May 2012 | 10:34 am
    The car collecting hobby ain’t no thinkin’ thing, to quote the words of philosophers Tim Nichols and Mark D. Sanders. It’s, as popularized by Trace Adkins, a passion that we can't hold back. I became infatuated with restoring an ex-Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Memphis 1960 Ford F-100 that’s been in my family since it was new (my grandfather was CEO of the Coca-Cola... Click through to read more...

  • FR-S Speedster Exemplifies Ultimate Possibilities for the new Scion FR-S Sport Coupe

    Real Car Guys
    25 Apr 2012 | 12:30 am
    When American buyers finally get their hands on the new Scion FR-S in the next few months, there’s going to be a wave of aftermarket customization driven by passionate enthusiasts, and—if the recently-debuted FR-S Speedster is any indication—that’s going to be a very, very good thing. This little slice of Japanese brilliance is a chop-top, white and red rolling racing... Click through to read more...

  • Big Weekend Race Wins for Greg Biffle, Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Will Power, and More

    Real Car Guys
    17 Apr 2012 | 11:47 pm
    Valvoline NextGen Fords Sweep Texas Greg Biffle and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won their respective races at Texas Motor Speedway over the weekend. The Valvoline-supported Roush Fenway Fords were favored, and The Biff’s win broke a 49-race drought for the No. 16. Many fans said the race was flat-out boring, largely due to the lack of wrecks and cautions (only 2). This bumped the race-average speed... Click through to read more...
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    Car Lust

  • Exner Simca Special

    Cookie the Dog's Owner
    16 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Are you in the market for a small, light, open-air roadster that would be just perfect for early summer evening ice cream runs through Mill Creek Gorge between Lanterman's Mill and the Goldfish Pond? If so, have I got a deal for you! No, it's not George Jetson's midlife crisis car, though given its cool midcentury retro-future vibe you'd be forgiven for thinking that it was. This is the "Simca Special" designed and built by Car Lust contributor Virgil M. Exner, Jr. Mr. Exner designed it as his master's thesis in fine arts at the University of Notre Dame. The…

  • The First Special Edition Mustang

    That Car Guy
    15 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    I was cashing a check at the bank recently, and the friendly teller lady had a picture of her '66 Mustang right there. I knew we had cars in common and that car obviously meant a lot to her, so I asked her about it. She proudly told me it was a "High Country" Mustang; a car that I had never heard of. There were people in line behind me, so I got all of the information from her that I could as quickly as I could. She motioned to the extra fender badge, and I smiled and acted like I knew what she was talking about. But later I talked with a bud of mine who has owned several…

  • Carroll Shelby 1923-2012: A Life Well Lived

    Anthony Cagle
    14 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    There are few people in the automotive industry that are favorites both in the world at large and here in our little corner of the Interwebs devoted to wonderful and, well, not-so-wonderful cars. We here at Car Lust join many in mourning the passing of one of the true giants of the motoring world, Carroll Shelby. From the Cobra to LeMans to the Mustang GT 350/500 (both classic and modern) to the humble Dodge Omni GLH-S, Shelby created performance and excitement out of many a humble automobile and gave the masses not only some really great cars that they could actually own, but an inspiring…

  • Carspotters' Challenge #12--Road America, 1963

    Cookie the Dog's Owner
    11 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    The parking lot outside the track at Elkhart Lake is at least as interesting as the race itself. See anything that strikes your fancy? --Cookie the Dog's Owner (Photo obtained from the Station Wagon Forum's extensive collection of vintage street scenes, to which it was contributed by member "OrthmannJ.")

  • This is just WRONG....

    Cookie the Dog's Owner
    10 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    In a misguided attempt at a highbrow publicity stunt, BMW gave over one of its precious M1 supercars to some artsy-fartsy guy from Pittsburgh, who proceeded to assault--there is no other word for it!--assault the M1's lovely fiberglass bodywork with cheap house paint and six-inch brushes. The English language lacks the words to fully convey the utter wrongness of what happened to that poor Bimmer. Caution: those of you with weak constitutions, or who are easily offended, or have high standards of artistic taste combined with a history of hypertension, should not watch this video.
 
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    Porsche Purist

  • 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo Cup: Featured Porsche for Sale

    Pepper Girl
    15 May 2012 | 1:48 pm
    The 944 and the 951 (that’s the turbo version of the 944 to the uninitiated) proved to be an excellent car for Porsche and its customers. So much so that in 1987 the factory race facility in Weissach built approximately 192 “Turbo Cup” cars designed to be raced around the world. These Posches were raced in Canada (Rothman Porsche Turbo Cup), in Europe (Turbo Cup series), in South Africa (Turbo Cup series) as well as in the Escort series in the United States. The 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo Cup featured here is one of seven imported to the US by Al Holbert (head of Porsche Motorsports…

  • Behind the Scenes of Porsche Classic

    Pepper Girl
    15 May 2012 | 1:45 pm
    Our friends over at Drive take an in-depth look at Porsche’s Classic department. More specifically, they give us a look at what takes place in Porsche’s own restoration department. For those of you not familiar with it, Porsche Classic is Porsche’s own in house service shop that maintains the part supplies for vehicles whose standard production was discontinued at least 10 years previously and uses those parts to restore and maintain rare and exotic Porsches. The majority of Porsches you’ll find within the shop include cars from the 356, 914, 959 and 911 series. The…

  • Porsche 918 Official Photos and Specs of the Preliminary Prototype

    Pepper Girl
    15 May 2012 | 1:44 pm
    Early on Monday, May 15th, Porsche released official photos and “preliminary” specs on the Porsche 918 prototype. While it’s possible this release was planned it may also be a direct response to all the recent spy photos that have started to surface this past week. Regardless, the 918 Prototype shows that Porsche is staying very true to the original 918 Spyder concept unveiled in Geneva more than two years ago. Porsche’s preliminary specs follow below the pictures. Preliminary Specifications Porsche 918 SpyderBody:Two-seater Spyder; carbon fibre reinforced plastics…

  • Porsche’s Results and Pictures in the ALMS at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca

    Pepper Girl
    15 May 2012 | 1:43 pm
    Bad luck continue to plague Porsche’s top customer teams in the ALMS as it did in both Long Beach and Sebring. Both Flying Lizard Motorsports and Team Falken Tire lead the race at various times during the day. However, even with updated aero Packages providing better performance neither team could hold the lead. Team Falken Tire’s Porsche 911 GT3 RSR suffered from tire wear and contact from other competitors late in the race knocking them out of podium contention with a seventh place finish. Also in the top three spots was the #45 Flying Lizard Motorsports Porsche 911 GT3 RSR of…

  • Will These Steve McQueen/Le Mans Memorabilia Items Set New Records?

    Pepper Girl
    9 May 2012 | 5:10 pm
    It seems like collectors can’t go wrong with anything once owned, touched or glanced at by Steve McQueen. I’m sure your remember Steve McQueen’s Porsche 911S selling for $1.375 million last year at the RM auction in Monterey. What about the driving suit that McQueen’s character Delaney wore during the film? When it sold for $984,000 Hemmings opined that McQueen might just be the “latter-day incarnation of Midas”.Profiles in History, a dealer in “guaranteed-authentic original historical autographs, letters, documents, vintage signed photographs and…
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    Hemmings

  • Burwood, Victoria, 1969

    Daniel Strohl
    15 May 2012 | 11:01 am
    We love old cars. Other folks out there love old shopping centers. Both groups can find some common ground, literally, in the parking lots of shopping centers, as we see from this photo taken outside a Kmart in Burwood, Victoria, a suburb of Melbourne, sometime in 1969. Originally from Museum Victoria’s online photo archive, reader Bryan Gadow spotted this photo on a message board dedicated to Kmart shopping centers past and present. Carspotters, what do you see here?

  • Hemmings Find of the Day – Shelby Trans-Am Mustangs

    Daniel Strohl
    15 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    Rarely do we feature cars without a stated asking price as Hemmings Finds of the Day, but we’ll make an exception this week for a pair of Shelby-built Trans-Am Mustangs with killer credentials. First off is the 1967 Shelby Mustang above, VIN 7RC1K188183, powered by a 395hp 302. From the seller’s description: One of the 26 Shelby Trans-Am Cars built in 1967 and one of only 5 that are known to exist today. This particular car is the most unique of all of the Mustang competition cars that were built for the 1967 season. It is the only car to ever be fitted with Weber twin-choke…

  • $6.5 million Ferrari tops RM Monaco

    Mike McNessor
    15 May 2012 | 7:59 am
    Photo by Ron Kimball, courtesy RM Auctions The top earner at RM’s Monaco auction this past weekend was the incredible 1957 Ferrari 625 TRC Spider that we highlighted back in April. While it’s not a huge surprise that this Ferrari in particular led a field of spectacular cars, what is astounding was the selling price: 5,040,000 Euros, or $6,468,836. Even after subtracting the 12 percent buyer’s premium of $776,260, the car still handily blew away its pre-auction estimate of $3.9 million to $4.9 million. The car was one of two 625 TRCs built, and this example was purchased new…

  • Gonzo Monza: Hot Wheels brings back a classic model, with a twist

    Jeff Koch
    15 May 2012 | 7:58 am
    Long-time collectors will remember Hot Wheels’ original Chevy Monza model. Launched in the mid-1970s, when the real car was a hot item, it was available in a variety of colors – chrome, green or orange most prominent among them. (Hardcore collectors will be amused by the Indian-made versions of the 1980s and 1990s, with the tampo from a completely different model plastered on the doors.) There was always something odd about it, though. After a history full of hoodless, chrome-engined freakouts with jacked-up rear ends and wild wings, the Monza played it straight. It was just a…

  • Alex Tremulis’s Gyronaut X-1 goes under restoration

    Daniel Strohl
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    Photos courtesy Steve Tremulis Designer Alex Tremulis maintained over his decades-long career that streamlining and aerodynamics provided the solutions to many a problem faced by automotive designers and engineers. It wasn’t until after Ford gave him the boot, however, that he could focus on applying his then-radical ideas to a practical project, a streamlined motorcycle that would end up setting the world’s land speed record for two-wheelers at more than 240 MPH. More than 40 years later, that same bike, the Gyronaut X-1, remains in the hands of the man who drove it to that…
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    Consumer Reports News

  • NHTSA study finds underinflated and worn tires increase the likelihood of a crash

    Consumer Reports News
    15 May 2012 | 3:00 pm
    Consumer Reports has long advocated that drivers check their car's tire pressure monthly to prevent uneven tire wear and tire failure. Now, a new study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reinforces that advice by determining that vehicles driving on tires underinflated by more than 25 percent are three times more likely to be involved in a crash related to tire problems than vehicles with proper inflation. And tires underinflated up to 25 percent run the risk of overheating, leading to failure, and at the very least adversely affecting handling and tread life. The…

  • Advocates see a multitude of fuel solutions in electric cars

    Consumer Reports News
    15 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    To kick its addiction to oil, the United States needs a raft of alternatives; no single alternative is likely to replace such an entrenched market any time soon. But electric car advocates at the Electric Vehicle Symposium held recently in Los Angeles say battery-powered cars are the one alternative that can meet all needs. Electricity isn't a fuel per se, only an "energy carrier." To generate electricity, you have to produce power from some other fuel source, such as coal, oil, and nuclear, or harness energy from renewable source, such as wind, hydro, or solar. Interestingly, this…

  • NHTSA probes safety of 2012 Hyundai Elantra side air bags

    Consumer Reports News
    15 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    The safety of 2012 Hyundai Elantra sedans is being investigated after the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration received a report from an owner who had been severely cut from a piece of metal reportedly from the car's side air bag deployment during a collision. According to photos of the victim's Elantra, the metal along with the side air bag protrudes from the left side headliner of the driver's seat. The driver's left ear was cut in half according to the complaint filed with NHTSA. Said the complaint "[that injury] could have been [to my] neck." Neither Hyundai or NHTSA has…

  • Buying a 2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Quattro to test proved easy

    Consumer Reports News
    15 May 2012 | 9:00 am
    Any consistent reader of the Consumer Reports blog knows that when buying test cars, we try to do nearly all of the research and interaction with the salesperson(s) online. And while most domestic and Asian brands work well this way, it's harder when buying German cars. Why is this? What we've found is there are fewer German cars sitting on dealer lots from which to choose. Their purchase procedure often involves buyers spec'ing what they want, and then waiting anywhere from six weeks to multiple months for their car to arrive. Since we want to test cars quickly, we often end up choosing from…

  • Average gas prices--May 14, 2012

    Consumer Reports News
    14 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    Gas prices are mostly down except for the western part of the country compared to the week before. The national gasoline average is $.21 below the price this time last year. Diesel fuel is about six cents below this time last year. At $4.02, premium gasoline is down about three cents from last week. National regular gasoline prices Price Change from last week Regular gasoline/gallon $3.75 .04 Diesel fuel/gallon $4.00 .05 Regional regular gasoline prices East Coast $3.70 .06 --New England $3.83 .05 --Central Atlantic $3.76 .05 --Lower Atlantic $3.61 .08 Midwest $3.64 .08 Gulf Coast $3.56 .06…
 
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    Carscoop

  • Terrifying Crash in South Korea Splits Hyundai Sonata in Two

    15 May 2012 | 10:37 pm
    A fatal accident that occurred in South Korea was captured on film by a car's onboard camera. From what we can tell, the driver of an older generation Hyundai Sonata either crashed or lost control of the vehicle and passed onto the opposite side of the freeway where he collided first with a Kia Sportage crossover and then into a minivan at high speed. The collision was so severe that the Hyundai broke in two. According to a translation provided by YouTube users, the front passenger of the Sonata died immediately while the driver and the two rear passengers made it out alive but injured.

  • Fatal Accident with Ferrari 599 GTO Leaves Three Dead in Singapore, Sparks Anti-Foreign Sentiment

    15 May 2012 | 10:36 pm
    A horrific accident that took place in Singapore this past Saturday leaving three people dead and two seriously injured has fueled an outrage in the country. The crash was captured on film by a vehicle that was not involved in the incident. The video footage shows a blue Hyundai Sonata taxicab pulling ahead a couple of seconds after the green light goes on. As the taxi reaches the middle of the crossing, we see a speeding red car, later recognized as a rare Sg$1.8 million (US$1.43 million) Ferrari 599 GTO, smashing into the blue sedan. The Ferrari most likely ran a red light. According to…

  • Skoda to Debut Citigo Rally and DJ Concepts at the 2012 Wörthersee Tour

    15 May 2012 | 7:28 pm
    This week's 2012 Wörthersee Tour will see Skoda revealing two new concept cars of its Citigo mini, which is based on the Volkswagen Up!. For the time being, we only get a single sketch of Skoda's study for a Citigo Rally car that will boast a widened body with flared wheel arches housing 18-inch alloy wheels, a roof scoop and a large rear wing along with a race-spec interior featuring a protective roll cage. Read more »Copyright © Carscoop.blogspot.com - All Rights Reserved

  • General Motors to Reassess Facebook Advertising, Execs Say Ads Had Little Impact

    15 May 2012 | 6:40 pm
    In a move that may very well have a negative effect Facebook's $105 billion share sale on Friday, General Motors confirmed via its spokesperson that it is reassessing its advertising presence on the world's largest social network. GM released a statement on the matter after the Wall Street Journal reported today that the Detroit carmaker will stop advertising on Facebook because its top brass determined that their paid ads on the website had little impact on consumers. "We regularly review our overall media spend and make adjustments as needed," GM spokesman Tom Henderson…

  • Nissan Begins Series Production of 2013 Altima Sedan in Smyrna

    15 May 2012 | 5:33 pm
    The first series production version of the all-new 2013 Altima has rolled off the assembly line at Nissan's Smyrna plant in Tennessee. The Japanese carmaker has built more than 4.4 million examples of the four previous generations of the Altima since production started in Smyrna in 1992, a decade after the plant came to life. Read more »Copyright © Carscoop.blogspot.com - All Rights Reserved
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    National Motorists Association Blog

  • Stuff That’s Gone Away

    NMA
    14 May 2012 | 10:36 am
    By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist I guess everyone gets to that point in life where they start to say, “I remember when… . ” Here’s some from me: Economy cars were rear-wheel-drive Today, only a handful of cars — most of them high-end cars — are rear wheel drive. But back in the day — the ’60s, ’70s and into the ’80s — most cars were rear-wheel-drive and that included most economy cars. Pintos, Vegas, Chevettes — even imports like the Datsun B210 and of course, the old Beetle — were burnout-capable (assuming…

  • Driving News Roundup: May 11, 2012

    NMA
    11 May 2012 | 9:44 am
    This is a weekly feature on the NMA Blog, running each Friday, where we highlight seven of the most interesting driving news stories of the week. New Jersey: ACLU wins court order to block new driver’s license rules The ACLU has won a court order blocking New Jersey’s stricter new driver’s license requirements, putting into limbo plans requiring 6 million drivers to show additional proof of ID before securing a license. U.S. traffic deaths fall to lowest level in 62 years The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that 32,310 people died last year in traffic…

  • 2012 Jeep Wrangler Review

    NMA
    10 May 2012 | 8:46 am
    By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist It’s amazing they haven’t outlawed the Wrangler. “They” being the dumbing-everything-down busybodies in DC who operate on the principle that most people are too stupid to deal with any situation on their own and therefore must be protected (for their own good, naturally) against the possible repercussions of any low-IQ move by anyone. Of course, most people aren’t in need of such condescending coddling. But the low-IQ moves of a few people — such as driving an off-road-intended 4×4 at 90 MPH on road on a 90 degree…

  • TheNewspaper.com Roundup: May 9, 2012

    NMA
    9 May 2012 | 9:22 am
    Each Wednesday, we’ll publish quick summaries of the articles from the last week on TheNewspaper.com. We’re doing this because these articles are often strongly connected to the issues that National Motorists Association members are interested in. Wednesday, May 09, 2012 US Traffic Fatalities Continue to Decline The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced last week that road fatalities in the United States are continuing their decline at a record-shattering pace. According to preliminary figures, the number killed on the nation’s highways in 2011 per…

  • When in Doubt, Ban It

    NMA
    8 May 2012 | 10:14 am
    By Gary Biller, NMA President He sounds like a man with a strong urge to leave a lasting legacy on his way out of the door. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, who is planning to step down from that post at the end of the Obama Administration’s first term, recently called for a federal ban on all cell phone use while driving. He has been quoted as saying that the police should have “the opportunity to write tickets when people are foolishly thinking they can drive safely or use a cell phone and text and drive.” Give the police opportunities to write more tickets? That “let’s…
 
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    The Car Connection

  • 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

    16 May 2012 | 2:26 am
    A Range Rover for a more enthusiastic set of drivers, the Range Rover Sport may not be the brand's hallmark vehicle, but it is its most exciting vehicle, even with the arrival of the pint-sized Evoque. Reimagined on a smaller scale than the big Rangie, but with much of its off-road ability, the Sport is the stepping stone between the...

  • Audi TT

    16 May 2012 | 1:57 am
    The Audi TT is a sporty 2+2 coupe or convertible that has evolved significantly since 2000, when it was first introduced. While for the first few years after its 2000 model-year intro, the TT was strictly rolling sculpture and eye candy, it's changed roles somewhat, morphing into more of a full-fledged sports car. In any case, the sporty TT and...

  • 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, 2012 Hyundai Azera Earn Top Safety Ratings

    15 May 2012 | 9:26 pm
    The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, and the 2012 Hyundai Azera—both recently redesigned family-size sedans—have earned top crash-test ratings across the board from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Also taking into consideration their standard safety equipment, they've been named among the list of IIHS Top Safety Picks. The...

  • 2012 Toyota Prius C: Best City MPG, And Now A Top Safety Pick

    15 May 2012 | 9:09 pm
    Just a year ago, a Prius was a Prius. But this year, say that iconic hybrid model name and you could be speaking of one of three different body styles or four quite different models—the 2012 Toyota Prius Liftback, the Toyota Prius V wagon, the Toyota Prius Plug-In, or the Toyota Prius C. And with each of them quite different in weight, if...

  • Fiat's Giving Away Ten 2012 500s To Lucky Facebook Fans

    15 May 2012 | 11:02 am
    Fiat has reached the 500,000 fan mark on Facebook and it is looking to celebrate. It is running a sweepstakes for all of its Facebook fans, and 10 lucky fans will win a brand new 2012 Fiat 500. Along with giving away ten 500s, Fiat is also giving the first 500,000 eligible fans $500 towards the purchase of any new Fiat vehicle. To participate...
 
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    MSNBC

  • Low tire pressure triples likelihood of crash

    15 May 2012 | 4:03 pm
    A new government study warns that as many as one in 20 crashes could be linked to tire-related problems, with underinflated tires posing an especially high risk of causing a problem.

  • Report: GM to drop all Facebook advertising

    15 May 2012 | 2:26 pm
    In what could speak to Facebook’s viability as advertising medium just days before what is shaping up as a possible record initial public offering, General Motors says it will drop all paid advertising on the site, the Wall Street Journal is reporting.

  • Feds look into report Hyundai air bag sliced ear

    14 May 2012 | 12:38 pm
    Federal safety regulators are investigating a complaint that a car owner's ear was cut in half when a side air bag inflated in a Hyundai Elantra.

  • Automakers rein in incentives as sales increase

    13 May 2012 | 10:18 am
    One unfortunate byproduct of strong sales is automakers’ are able to rein in their incentive spending. According to Edmunds.com, incentives are at their lowest levels in nearly seven years

  • Shelby leaves behind smokin' legend of sports cars

    11 May 2012 | 6:51 pm
    So death finally overtook cantankerous ol’ Shel. It was a hell of a contest, begun in the 1950s, when Carroll Shelby, who went on to fame and fortune as a sports-car builder, had to take nitroglycerin tablets while driving race cars to keep his iffy heart pumping.
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    Autoblog

  • The List: The List #0187: Escape an Automotive Attack

    John Neff
    15 May 2012 | 7:57 pm
    Filed under: Videos, The List It's one thing to protect yourself on the road against bad drivers who might cut you off or ride your bumper on the highway. It's quite another to do that when those drivers have guns and want to kidnap the diplomat in your back seat. While the latter scenario may sound unlikely, many drivers in law enforcement, security and the military go through training to prevent the success of just such an attack-on-wheels. Learning how people in the protection business escape an automotive attack is on our list of 1,001 Car Things To Do Before You Die, which means it's on…

  • Report: Salon columnist asks, "Is it ethical to drive stick?" [w/poll]

    Jeff Sabatini
    15 May 2012 | 7:30 pm
    Filed under: Etc. Just don't answer. The question is neither relevant, nor is it even the crux of the column. Get past the clicky smelling headline, and what you have here is a combination of two news stories, one new and one old, both of which you've likely already come across. We're going to play nice here and not knock over Salon columnist David Sirota's house of cards, because this is a good read and he's a talented writer - even if, off the top of our heads, we can name several popular vehicles that offer a fuel economy benefit to those willing to row their own, from the Volkswagen Jetta…

  • Video: Hit and Run is speeding towards a theater near you

    Noah Joseph
    15 May 2012 | 6:59 pm
    Filed under: Videos, Celebrities, Humor Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls of appropriate ages, your requisite dose of big-screen fast driving is here. And it looks pretty darn funny, too. The movie in question is called Hit and Run. It was written and directed by Dax Shepard, who also stars in the film alongside such notables as Bradley Cooper, Tom Arnold, a couple of girls named Kristen, a custom '67 Lincoln Continental hot rod and a 700-horsepower off-road racing buggy. The comedy (not to be confused with the 1924, 1938, 1957, 1959, 1966, 1975, 1996, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2009,…

  • Report: Toyota, Honda top supplier survey with lower results, GM and Chrysler improve

    Jonathon Ramsey
    15 May 2012 | 6:30 pm
    Filed under: Plants/Manufacturing, BMW, Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Toyota, Volkswagen Before financial Stargate opened in September of 2008 and transported us to an entirely new economic dimension, it was oh so common to read about domestic automakers hammering Tier One suppliers to lower their prices. Of course, suppliers are still asked to find efficiencies, but pre-2008, it seemed a point of honor to hold a supplier's feet to the fire. No more: in the latest Working Relations Index survey of suppliers by Detroit firm Planning Perspectives Inc., General Motors and…

  • Rumormill: Is Kia considering a diesel for the U.S.?

    Steven J. Ewing
    15 May 2012 | 5:59 pm
    Filed under: Kia, Rumormill, Diesel If we had a dollar for every time we read a headline that said, "[insert automaker here] considering a diesel for U.S. market," we'd have a pretty sizable stack of Washingtons. So why, then, is this story of particular interest? After the website Efficient Automobile wrote about the possibility of Kia offering a diesel-powered Optima here in the United States, the automaker took things a step further, addressing this on its Facebook page. Kia's North American public relations team asks its loyal followers, "Would you drive a diesel?" And from what we can…
 
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    TheMotorReport -

  • Holden Launches Volt Charging Point At Port Melbourne HQ

    16 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    Holden has moved a step closer to the launch of its new Volt extended-range electric vehicle this week, with the launch of a charging station at the company's Port Melbourne headquarters.  Operated by charging network ChargePoint and powered by Origin Energy's government-certified "100 percent GreenPower" programme, the station will be available to all Volt drivers after launch. The charging station is a twin to six green-energy points installed at Holden's eng... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full…

  • Nissan's Nismo Tuning Arm To Offer New RS Packages

    16 May 2012 | 11:30 am
    Nissan has revealed it will boost the sporting appeal of a number of models with new 'RS' packages developed by tuning arm Nismo. The first Nismo RS package is expected to be available on the next-gen Z car, which is expected to debut sometime before the end of 2014. The current 370Z Nismo model - not available in Australia - upgrades the car's handling and engine, the latter getting a relatively meagre 13kW boost out of the deal. Speaking to US website Inside Line, Nissa... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full…

  • BMW M135i Confirmed For Australia

    16 May 2012 | 10:22 am
    Update: September 2012 availability confirmed. BMW Australia has confirmed that it will add the five-door version of the brand's new M135i flagship to its local line-up later this year, following this week's international unveiling. Revealed in new photos just hours after the reveal of the three-door range, the five-door M135i carries all of the new variant's styling features, while holding onto its extra doors. With the three-door 1 Series absent from local showrooms in... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full…

  • Porsche 918 Detailed Further As Prototype Comes Into The Light

    16 May 2012 | 9:33 am
    Porsche has revealed new details and images of its upcoming 918 hybrid supercar, just days after its race-painted prototype was spied testing in Europe. Sporting subtly evolved styling, a targa hardtop and the 911's slim new taillights, the 'spied' car reveals that much of the original concept's look will carry over into production. The German sports marque has also confirmed that the production 918 will utilise a V8 petrol engine displacing more than 4.0 litres, mated to... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full…

  • SsangYong Teases Rexton Facelift

    16 May 2012 | 8:57 am
    SsangYong's ancient Rexton SUV is coming in for its fourth major update, adding an all-new face and a subtly revised backside. The big SUV has been wearing its current body since 2001, but it has not gone without its share of updates. Changes over the years have included a facelift and mechanical upgrades in 2006, and emissions-focused tweaks in 2010.  Two teaser images released today reveal that we can expect a massively restyled front-end, with new headlights, a new grille... Read more The Motor Report is Australia's fastest growing auto website. Click through to read the full…
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    Luxvelocity

  • NEMPA Autonomous Vehicle Conference at MIT : The autonomous car is coming

    LuxVelocity
    15 May 2012 | 10:59 pm
    (Photo Caption:Audi TT  with autonomous capabilities) Boston, MA Google is at the forefront on the autonomous car  topic with the new Prius cab car they are unleashing on the NYC public in the near future. NYC party goers will now be able to cruise in a futuristic economical fashion while heading to the next club or burger joint. Sounds like fun to me but this is just the beginning of a new form of experiencing an automobile.  Where does the future lie though for autonomous cars? I recently attended the NEMPA Autonomous Vehicle Conference at MIT where there were media…

  • Porsche Zone Concours is May 19th at Larz Anderson Auto Museum

    LuxVelocity
    14 May 2012 | 9:55 pm
      This weekend is the Porsche Zone Concours at the Larz Anderson Museum in Brookline , MA. You will get to see a plethora of pristine Porsches from the Northeast area.  The event is held outside on the beautiful grounds of the Larz Anderson Auto Museum.  LuxVelocity.com will be an exhibitor at the event and you will be able to try out products from the Pit Stop Furniture lineup like the Grand Prix Chair and Formula One Chair. You can also see products from the luxury Michael Toschi brand like the popular Onda's shoes and the carbon fiber accessories.   Here are…

  • Dana Mecum’s 25th Original Spring Classic Auction Starts May 15th

    LuxVelocity
    14 May 2012 | 9:28 pm
    The excitement and buzz continues to build as Dana Mecum’s 25th Original Spring Classic Auction is fast approaching. More than 2,000 vehicles and over 1,200 pieces of Road Art will take over the Indiana State Fairgrounds May 15-20, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana.Mecum’s famous annual Spring Classic auction has long been known as the collector car auction epicenter, and this year is no exception, as some of the world’s most desirable and collectible cars will be crossing the block next week in Indianapolis. The auction action begins on what Mecum has dubbed “Super Tuesday”, May 15th…

  • Brabus Private Aviation takes the private jet to a new level of excitement

    LuxVelocity
    14 May 2012 | 9:27 pm
    Brabus is known for tuning Mercedes Benz vehicles to the max. Take an AMG Mercedes and make it faster , meaner, and more luxurious : that is the Brabus formula. Now Brabus will customize your private jet!  A customized private jet by Brabus is the ultimate statement when you are in the air. When you go Brabus for your jet, I would also recommend going with black or white in color because the jet's look best in these colors just as their cars do.  "Aircraft owners can have BRABUS PRIVATE AVIATION either custom-tailor their very own personal cabin design from the ground up…

  • 2013 Ford Fusion earns Gene Ritvo Award from the New England Motor Press Association

    LuxVelocity
    14 May 2012 | 2:45 pm
    DEARBORN, Mich., May 11, 2012 – The 2013 Ford Fusion has earned the Gene Ritvo Award for Design and Elegance from the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA) in conjunction with Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts and the Larz Anderson Auto Museum.   The Ritvo honors the best in design in the automotive world, whether it’s a concept car, production vehicle, a marketing campaign or a particular element of a vehicle that defines elegance in design.   “It is an honor to accept this award on behalf of the team behind the all-new Ford Fusion,” said Chris Hamilton, Fusion…
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  • Event Coverage: Toyotafest 2012 T.O.R.C. Part II

    Freddy Chen
    15 May 2012 | 4:09 am
      First off, I do apologize for the delay between Toyotafest coverage articles. As the dean of our business school put it, the third biggest event of my life happened earlier this week and thus concluded my academic career as I know it. Graduation demonstrated that life moves pretty fast and the world of automotive media is no exception (pun intended). However, Toyotafest is always one of my favorite events of the year, so I’m making an exception to deliver the extensive coverage that I got at the event.   If you remember from my first post, by the time I had finished, I had…

  • ALMS 2012: Muscle Milk Racing Dominates 6-Hour Race at Laguna Seca

    Andre Ravinowich
    14 May 2012 | 9:11 pm
      This past weekend Sub5Zero traveled once again to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula to bring you coverage of American Le Mans Series at Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway. After 6 grueling hours, Lucas Luhr and Klaus Graf took their Honda HPD ARX-03a to the top step on the podium.   read more

  • Carroll Shelby: A Life Lived at Full Throttle

    Tom Anderson
    13 May 2012 | 12:42 pm
      One of the best bellwethers of a person’s will to succeed is how he or she responds to adversity. The act of attaining fame and fortune when the odds are in your favor or, at the very least, 50:50, is well below most people’s noteworthiness thresholds. But achieving success when you’re dealt a bad hand separates the average from the above average.   When Carroll Hall Shelby, who died on Thursday aged 89 at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, Texas, was forced to end a very successful road racing career (in which he won three SCCA national championships and the 1959 24…

  • Wheelsandmore Sweetens the Lamborghini Aventador with the Chocolate LP777-4

    Tom Anderson
    10 May 2012 | 11:08 pm
      After a few decades off the radar, brown appears to be making a comeback as an automotive color. Cars ranging from the Volkswagen Jetta to the Lexus LFA are available in a shade of the muddy hue, and there’s even a Facebook group (of which we are a member, in the interest of full disclosure) dedicated to the rich history and current renaissance of gravy-tinged transportation devices. Yes, brown is back.   However, if you’re still in need of convincing, one of the regular exterior color options for Lamborghini’s latest flagship, the Aventador, is matte brown. And…

  • O.CT Tuning Gives the Bumblebee Camaro More Sting

    Tom Anderson
    9 May 2012 | 1:06 am
      When Chevrolet was gearing up to re-launch the Camaro a few years ago, they made a deal with the makers of the Transformers movie to cast the concept version as the affable Autobot Bumblebee. To cash in on the flurry of interest brought on by the movie (and its two sequels), Chevrolet in turn released a special edition Bumblebee Camaro featuring yellow paint, black rally stripes and Autobot logo badges. As Transformers director (and noted pyrotechnics aficionado) Michael Bay says, "Awesome!"   Of course, if you need more than 426hp (and let's be honest, who…
 
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    CNET Car Tech

  • Apple granted patent for iOS steering-wheel remote

    15 May 2012 | 4:38 pm
    (Credit: Patently Apple) Discovered by Patently Apple in a group of 21 patents issued to Apple by the Patent and Trademark Office, the in-vehicle remote-control patent describes a product designed for drivers wishing to control their iOS devices more easily. Related Stories Apple doesn't want jurors to see Samsung logo at trial Google patent app points to possible Nexus slider phone Larry Ellison takes the stand in Android IP trial Currently, drivers must fumble around with their iPhone, iPod, or iPad to change songs, get directions, or make calls if their car's in-dash system doesn't support…

  • GM to yank $10M in Facebook ads, saying they don't work

    15 May 2012 | 2:25 pm
    General Motors will pull some $10 million in paid advertising from Facebook, the Wall Street Journal reported, striking a discordant note with the growing public frenzy over the social network's pending IPO. GM marketing executives apparently started reviewing the company's Facebook strategy earlier this year, and eventually determined that it wasn't getting much mileage out of paid ads, unnamed individuals told the WSJ. The automaker, however, will continue to expand its use of free marketing on Facebook. Marketing chief Joel Ewanick told the newspaper that GM "is definitely reassessing our…

  • Honda Uni-Cub promotes our fat, lazy future

    15 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    The personal mobility Uni-Cub lets people rove around indoor environments, keeping their hands free. (Credit: Honda) Like the Segway before it, Honda's new Uni-Cub solves a problem that does not exist; it's a means for able-bodied people to rove around when they could just as well walk. Not to mention looking silly while doing it. The Uni-Cub is the latest iteration of a personal mobility technology Honda previously showed off as the U3-X. It incorporates a pretty big gee-whiz factor with its self-balancing and multidirectional movement. The sitter (the word driver seems less appropriate)…

  • Honda Civic Natural Gas review: Clean and cheap

    14 May 2012 | 6:40 pm
    (Credit: Josh Miller/CNET) Among hybrids and the new generation of electric vehicles, one stalwart of the roads comes with emissions much reduced over an equivalent gas-engined car, and its domestically sourced fuel costs almost half that of gasoline. The natural-gas-powered 2012 Honda Civic makes a good argument for its own environmental responsibility. The Civic Natural Gas checks off some important boxes on the pro side, but also suffers from some pretty serious cons. The low price of a fill-up is not only because of the cost of natural gas, but also from the fact the car's tanks can only…

  • Fiat 500 Abarth review: Juvenile delinquent

    14 May 2012 | 5:44 pm
    (Credit: Josh Miller/CNET) If the classic looks of the Fiat 500 could be compared with a Fellini movie, then the Abarth version is a Spaghetti Western. Where the 500 introduced last year was all about economy and design, the Abarth adds that missing ingredient: driving fun. To build the U.S. version of the Fiat 500 Abarth, Chrysler's performance team installed a Honeywell turbocharger, lowered the gear ratios, and tuned the suspension. Along the way the team ratcheted up the exhaust note to announce the little car's presence. This work resulted in a car made for the winding road. Despite a…
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    World Auto News & Reviews

  • TWO ALL-NEW 2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE MODELS MAKE WORLD DEBUTS AT 2012 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

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    9 May 2012 | 9:14 am
    << CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2012 NEW YORK AUTO SHOW MEDIA KIT >> All-New Santa Fe Lineup Defies the Status Quo and Reinvents the CUV Landscape with “Fluidic Sculpture” Design, Sophisticated Engineering and Efficient Powertrains First Non-Luxury CUV with Torque-Vectoring Cornering Control and Driver Selectable Steering for Outstanding Driving Dynamics NEW YORK, April 4, [...]Copyright © 2007 World Auto News & ReviewsThis feed is intended only for the personal, not commercial use. Fingerprinted: 90d0c6d8260d58aaac9f48zz16bf68a5

  • Chevrolet Collector Goes for Guinness World Record

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    9 May 2012 | 9:14 am
    DOWNINGTOWN, Pa. – Charlie Mallon has been acquiring Chevrolet items for 40 years — Chevrolet signs, racing flags, coffee table books, soda cans, hats, belts, shirts, playing cards, drinking glasses, posters, tractor trailers, a biplane and miniature cars – lots of miniature cars. The 54-year-old auto dealership consultant hopes to soon add a Guinness World [...]Copyright © 2007 World Auto News & ReviewsThis feed is intended only for the personal, not commercial use. Fingerprinted: 90d0c6d8260d58aaac9f48zz16bf68a5

  • Opel Ampera Debuts At Rally Monte Carlo

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    9 May 2012 | 9:13 am
    Rsselsheim. For the first time in its history, Opel is providing its award-winning electric cars for the prestigious international Rally Monte Carlo. Six electric Opel Ampera will make their debut in the “Alternative Energy” version of the rally which commences in Annecy-le-Vieux, Clermont-Ferrand and Lugano on March 22 and finishes three days later in the [...]Copyright © 2007 World Auto News & ReviewsThis feed is intended only for the personal, not commercial use. Fingerprinted: 90d0c6d8260d58aaac9f48zz16bf68a5

  • HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA REPORTS BEST-EVER APRIL SALES

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    9 May 2012 | 9:13 am
    Total sales up despite three fewer selling days Second best month in company history For the year, 39 percent of all Hyundai vehicles sold have 40 MPG highway EPA labels COSTA MESA, Calif., May 1, 2012 – Hyundai Motor America, the most fuel efficient automaker in the U.S., today announced an all-time April sales record [...]Copyright © 2007 World Auto News & ReviewsThis feed is intended only for the personal, not commercial use. Fingerprinted: 90d0c6d8260d58aaac9f48zz16bf68a5

  • Audi 1-2-3-4 victory at Spa on premiere

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    9 May 2012 | 9:13 am
    Audi delivered a thrilling premiere of two new vehicle models: Romain Dumas/Loïc Duval/Marc Gené won the Spa 6 Hours, the second round of the FIA World Endurance Championship WEC, in an open battle of the vehicle concepts. Crossing the finish line behind the Audi R18 ultra of the trio were last year’s Le Mans winners [...]Copyright © 2007 World Auto News & ReviewsThis feed is intended only for the personal, not commercial use. Fingerprinted: 90d0c6d8260d58aaac9f48zz16bf68a5
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  • Saturday Drive: The story behind 'The Avengers' Acura NSX

    12 May 2012 | 1:06 pm
    Start off your weekend of motoring with a quick take on something fast, fun or rare that's recently grabbed our attention in the automotive world.If you were one of the 18 billion people who went to see "The Avengers"recently, you probably noticed the film concludes with Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark getting into a dark red Acura convertible and driving off with Bruce Banner. (Calm down, that's no spoiler).

  • Recalled cars often go unrepaired

    12 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    The editors of Edmunds.com's online auto forum recently noticed a wave of complaints about engine fires in older-model General Motors vehicles, primarily in vehicles equipped with a 3.8-liter V6 engine produced by the automaker.

  • Carroll Shelby dies at 89; cult classic car designer

    12 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    He retired from racing and built the Cobra, which married Ford V-8 engines with a lightweight British chassis. He later worked with Ford on the Mustang.Carroll Shelby, the charismatic Texan who parlayed a short-lived racing career into a specialized business building high-performance, street-legal cars, died Thursday. He was 89.

  • Investment community gives Tesla Motors vote of confidence

    12 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Despite Tesla's wider first-quarter loss, analysts express optimism about prospects for the Palo Alto electric-car start-up.DeLorean Motor Co. never had a future to get back to. Tucker Corp. got torpedoed. Fisker Automotive doesn't seem to have good karma.

  • A bull market for collector cars

    10 May 2012 | 7:51 pm
    One gauge shows the value of collectible cars has risen 33% since the depth of the recession in 2009. The growth has been fueled by the finding that they have performed well as investment vehicles.The collector car market, which slumped with the economy, is coming back along with the rest of the auto industry.
 
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    Automobile Magazine

  • IIHS Awards Top Safety Pick to 2012 Toyota Prius C, 2012 Hyundai Azera, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco

    Christian Seabaugh
    15 May 2012 | 3:30 pm
    The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has named three new Top Safety Picks in its latest round of testing. The agency has named the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, 2012 Hyundai Azera, and 2012 Toyota Prius C Top Safety Picks. To become a Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must receive the IIHS’ top rating in [...]

  • Kia Sedona Axed for 2013, Possible Replacement in 2014

    Jason Udy
    15 May 2012 | 3:00 pm
    Kia is joining Ford, GM, and Hyundai by abandoning the minivan segment—but only temporarily as the Korean automaker works on replacement for the Sedona minivan. The automaker says the market is expected to grow 25 percent by 2016. Although the Kia Sedona offers lots of standard features at a low base price, its sales continue [...]

  • First 2013 Nissan Altima Rolls Off Line in Smyrna, Tennessee

    Jake Holmes
    15 May 2012 | 2:30 pm
    Nissan today celebrated Job One, the assembly of the first production-ready 2013 Altima sedan. The car rolled off the assembly line in Smyrna, Tennessee, at a ceremony attended by Tennessee governor Bill Haslam. The first Nissan Altima was built in Smyrna in 1992, when the factory was only a decade old. In the 20 years [...]

  • Feature Flick: Tony Hawk Jumps Lexus LFA On A Skateboard

    Ben Timmins
    15 May 2012 | 2:00 pm
    It would seem that yellow Lexus LFAs are magnets for all sorts of trouble. Kyle Busch was caught in his yellow Lexus doing 128 mph, and Paris Hilton’s Lexus LFA was…owned by Paris Hilton. Tony Hawk recently received a yellow Lexus LFA and decided to perform a stunt with it. Thankfully, no one was injured. [...]

  • Run-of-the-Mill C63 AMG Tuned by Edo Competition Outpowers Black Series Edition

    Erick Ayapana
    15 May 2012 | 1:30 pm
    The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series coupe is fast, but not necessarily the most practical car available. The folks at Edo Competition, however, have not only tuned a C63 AMG to produce more power than the Black Series model, but did so using a wagon. Edo performed a long list of modifications under the hood [...]
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    Formula1.com - Latest News

  • Conor Daly to test for Force India

    16 May 2012 | 3:56 am
    GP3 racer Conor Daly will enjoy his first taste of Formula One power this week courtesy of Force India. Daly will carry out an aero test for the Silverstone-based team at the wheel of the VJM05 in the UK on Thursday at Cotswold Airport in Gloucestershire. The American, fresh from his win at GP3's opening round in Barcelona last weekend, visited the Force India factory on Tuesday for a seat fitting and to familiarize himself with the systems on the car. He also got the chance to meet the engineering crew he will work with at the test and acquaint himself with a Formula One steering wheel.

  • Mark Gillan Q&A: Williams must continue to deliver

    16 May 2012 | 3:19 am
    Williams are back. After an eight year dry spell, and off the back of a particularly frugal season last year, the British team have tasted victory once again thanks to Pastor Maldonado in Spain at the weekend. Although the subsequent fire in their garage took the shine off the celebrations, Williams' chief operations engineer, Mark Gillan, couldn't be happier with Maldonado's excellent performance

  • Exclusive Eric Boullier Q&A: Lotus are on the up

    15 May 2012 | 5:52 am
    Lotus have been one of the surprise packages of 2012 to date. With Kimi Raikkonen and Romain Grosjean at the wheel of the quick E20, the Enstone-based team have scored an impressive 84 points from five races and currently lie third in the constructors' standings. After the duo's impressive podium result in Bahrain and Raikkonen's third-place finish in Barcelona on Sunday, Lotus have clearly found their stride...

  • Williams welcome home team members after fire

    14 May 2012 | 11:35 am
    Following Sunday's dramatic fire in the Williams garage after the Spanish Grand Prix, the team have confirmed that a further two team members have now been released from hospital and have returned home after receiving treatment for smoke inhalation. One Williams staff member remains in hospital in Spain having suffered burns in the incident. He is stable and will return to the UK within the next 48 hours

  • Rosberg: Championship still open to Mercedes

    14 May 2012 | 11:04 am
    Nico Rosberg has admitted he was just grateful to limit the damage to his title chances in Spain, after another difficult Grand Prix for the Mercedes team. Rosberg, a winner in China just two rounds previously, came home seventh as he again struggled to get the best from his tyres. “A difficult weekend for us,” he said on his official website. “Just tyre management really
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    KickingTires

  • Cars.com Reviews the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth

    Jennifer Geiger
    15 May 2012 | 1:53 pm
    The sported-up version of Fiat's tiny 500 has extra horsepower and catch-me-if-you-can styling, but its appeal ends there, according to Cars.com Editor Kelsey Mays. Sure, the 500 Abarth is fun to drive, but its shortcomings really stand out: a brashly loud exhaust note, a steep price premium and an obvious lack of powertrain and cabin refinement, Mays says. Read the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Review

  • 2013 BMW 135is: First Look

    Jennifer Geiger
    15 May 2012 | 1:08 pm
    Competes with: Audi TTS, Infiniti G37 coupe Looks like: A possible placeholder for the next 1 Series M? Drivetrain: The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine makes 320 hp in this application Hits dealerships: This fall BMW may have canceled the 1 Series M for 2012, but a sport-tuned model is coming to the lineup for 2013. Coupe and convertible versions of the BMW 135is go on sale this fall. The 2013 135is coupe and convertible will cost $44,145 and $48,845, respectively (including $895 destination and handling) and feature a slew of performance-oriented enhancements. Both models use the…

  • PickupTrucks.com Chevy Avalanche Road Trip

    Jennifer Geiger
    15 May 2012 | 11:38 am
    How well does the Chevrolet Avalanche handle a college coed and all her stuff on a cross-country trip? Day one of the journey started in Washington, D.C., and covered five states. Follow PickupTrucks.com Editor Mark Williams on a road trip with his daughter. There are lots more miles and states to come. Chevy Avalanche Road Trip: Five States (PickupTrucks.com)

  • Daily News Briefs: May 15, 2012

    Kelsey Mays
    15 May 2012 | 10:56 am
    Hybrid supercars are becoming reality. Bloomberg News reports Porsche's next 918 Spyder (shown in prototype camouflage), which boasts more than 770 horsepower from its engine and two electric motors, may be joined by a hybrid supercar from Ferrari. Early reports call it the Ferrari F70; a source told Bloomberg that Ferrari will likely price it beyond the $850,000 limited-edition Enzo that appeared from 2002 to 2004. The F70 — or whatever Ferrari ends up calling it — will combine a 12-cylinder engine with two electric motors for more horsepower than any previous Ferrari, Bloomberg says.

  • IIHS Adds Three Cars to Top Safety Pick List

    Jennifer Geiger
    15 May 2012 | 10:19 am
    The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety bestowed its top award to two redesigned vehicles and one all-new car. The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, 2012 Hyundai Azera and 2012 Toyota Prius c all earned the top rating of Good in IIHS crash tests and have been named Top Safety Picks. The updated for 2013 Malibu Eco mild hybrid midsize sedan, redesigned Azera large sedan and tiny all-new Prius c hatchback received Good scores in front, side, rear and rollover crash tests. The rollover test includes a roof-strength test. To pass, a vehicle’s roof must be able to withstand the force of four times…
 
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    Speedhunters

  • I WISH MY OFFICE CHAIR REQUIRED SEAT BELTS

    Larry Chen
    15 May 2012 | 8:00 pm
    It seems like every weekend I check my Twitter or Facebook and come across a racecar driver showing a photo of a cockpit of a race car and calling it ‘My office for the weekend’. I thought it would be neat to show you Speedhunters out there what the offices of the Formula Drift drivers looked like at Formula Drift Road Atlanta. As you can see, smoking at work is permitted for these fellas. This cubical was fairly new to Ryan Tuerck. This was only his second event behind the wheel of this LS-powered S13.5, but the way he drove it makes me wonder if he has been in the same office…

  • REVVED UP AROUND THE ’RING

    Jonathan Moore
    15 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bolmFtesaI We’ve been getting in the mood for this weekend’s 40th running of the Nürburgring 24 Hours by taking a look at some of the video footage that’s been taken at the circuit over the years. ‘Too long and too dangerous’, the ‘Ring has been the site of some incredible racing. It’s all great footage in general – the only thing I don’t understand is the terrible choice of music on most videos! We’ll start off with a hot-lap on-board the BMW M3 GT2 from 2010 – which looks like it’s in…

  • BROOKLANDS’ ITALIAN JOB

    Jonathan Moore
    15 May 2012 | 2:00 pm
    The Auto Italia show at Brooklands was a treasure-trove of all things automotive and Italian – the first thing you were greeted at when entering the legendary circuit via the old Campbell Circuit hill was the Abarth stand: snapping scorpion versions of Fiat originals. Carlo Abarth started breathing on Fiats in 1952, so the name has a long and illustrious history of taking Fiat’s most diminutive offerings and turning them into rebodied, tuned-up pocket rockets. The Abarth club’s opening line-up included an 850, 1000, Monomille, a rather special Fiat 600 and a 695 Essesse. Abarth…

  • TE72 COROLLA WITH A 3SGE HEART

    Mike Garrett
    15 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    To follow up the 2JZ-powered Supra Celica Car Spotlight I posted yesterday, I want to showcase one more great vintage machine from Toyotafest 2012 – in this case a 1981 TE72 Corolla two-door. While there was nothing outrageous on the car exterior-wise. the bodywork and paint looked immaculate. Particularly the pulled stock fenders… …which covered a very deep set of R-type RS Watanabes. The centerpiece of the build is no doubt the engine bay, which is where you’ll find a second generation 3SGE swap with a set of individual throttle bodies from a 20-valve 4AGE and a…

  • SIMPLE AND TO THE POINT: PENTROOF’S 86

    Dino Dalle Carbonare
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    It seems no Japanese tuning shop out there is going to pass up the chance to create its own interpretation of the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ. Kitabayashi-san at Pentroof is well on his way with his brand new demo car which he picked up just the other week. He has already begun turning it `into the focused street-tuned beast it will soon become. The first round of modifications include HKS Hipermax IV GT suspension that come with adjustable top mounts to dial in a few more degrees of negative camber. Kitabayashi-san has also developed a bypass hose kit for the cooling system… …and…
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    ONEIGHTURBO

  • John and Helen Taylor set distance record in 2012 Passat TDI SE

    Pit Crew
    12 May 2012 | 11:05 am
    ONEIGHTURBOThe world’s most fuel-efficient couple has done it again. John and Helen Taylor were determined to break the record for the farthest distance traveled on a single tank of fuel. They decided to attempt the record in the U.S. with a stock 2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI Clean Diesel vehicle equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. The previous record for the most miles covered on a single tank of diesel was 1526.6 miles, achieved with a VW Passat 1.6 BlueMotion® diesel in Europe. Record set using a stock 2012 Passat TDI SE with six-speed manual transmissionAverage of 84.1…

  • Flying Lizard ready for Laguna Seca this weekend

    Pit Crew
    10 May 2012 | 9:35 am
    ONEIGHTURBOThe Lizards are ready for the six-hour American Le Mans Series Monterey race at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, the third event on the ALMS 2012 schedule. The driver lineup will be Joerg Bergmeister, Patrick Long and Richard Lietz in the No. 45 Flying Lizard Porsche and Seth Neiman and Marco Holzer in the No. 44. The team is hopeful for a change of fortune at Laguna after a challenging start to the ALMS season which has left the normally front-running team far down in the points standings (read the Sebring and Long Beach race reports).There’s no better place to jump start the…

  • Kia 200: Two in a row for Matt Plumb, Nick Longhi, Rum Bum Racing

    Pit Crew
    29 Apr 2012 | 8:48 am
    ONEIGHTURBOA post-qualifying penalty took away a pole position from Nick Longhi and co-driver Matt Plumb on Friday but the No. 13 Rum Bum Racing Porsche Carrera driving duo would not be denied again in Saturday’s GRAND-AM Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge Kia 200 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The penalty sent Longhi to the rear of the 29-car Grand Sport (GS) class grid, but he carved his way through the field and comfortably into the top five by the end of his driving stint. Plumb picked up right where Longhi left off and finally found his way to the lead on Lap 23 of the 82-lap…

  • Porsche customer teams tackle the 2012 International GT Open Series

    Pit Crew
    23 Apr 2012 | 2:00 pm
    ONEIGHTURBOIn the Autodromo do Algarve in Portimao/Portugal, Porsche customer teams from five European nations launch into International GT Open season on 27 to 29 April. In the Super GT category, teams from Germany, France and Spain field the new Porsche 911 GT3 RSR, the top model of Porsche customer racing. The Italian and Austrian squads place their trust in the Porsche 911 GT3 R in the GTS class. The calendar of this attractive race series is made up of eight events on selective race tracks. One of them is the Nurburgring. Inaugurated in 2006, the International GT Open features two races…

  • The 600HP Lamborghini Urus SUV

    Pit Crew
    22 Apr 2012 | 2:35 pm
    ONEIGHTURBOGallery after the jump!At the 2012 Beijing Motor Show, Automobili Lamborghini presents the ultimate super athlete in the SUV segment. With the Urus concept car, Lamborghini is completely redefining dynamics and design in this category. The Urus combines unique design, a fascinating interior and outstanding performance with versatility and everyday usability. Lamborghini presents SUV concept vehicle with extreme performanceUnique, powerfully dynamic design, interior with carbon fiber innovations such as Forged Composite®Breathtaking dynamics thanks to 440 kW / 600 hp and…
 
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    Cartype : Articles

  • Acadian

    15 May 2012 | 7:25 am
    Acadian was a make of automobile produced by General Motors of Canada from 1962 to 1971. The Acadian was introduced so that Canadian Pontiac-Buick dealers would have a compact model to sell.

  • BMW recalls the 2012 3-series

    15 May 2012 | 7:10 am
    BMW is recalling certain model year 2012 3-series vehicles manufactured from October 19, 2011, through March 18, 2012.

  • BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon : 2013

    12 May 2012 | 8:10 pm
    The new BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon, a favorite of enthusiasts will again be available in the US.

  • Wagons

    12 May 2012 | 2:28 pm
    I'm not quite sure when and why station wagons went out of style, but I have always been a fan of these very practical, sporty and sometimes goofy vehicles.

  • Chrysler recalls the 300 and Dodge Charger

    8 May 2012 | 9:59 am
    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 300 and Dodge Charger vehicles.
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    Ridestory

  • Video: Bentley EXP 9F - The story behind the brands new concept

    Andrew
    14 May 2012 | 11:26 am
    The story behind the brands new concept Does this qualify as a Porsche-like moment, when the automotive public learned of the sports car manufacturer heading into the world of the SUV with the introduction of the Cayenne? Probably not. Bentley is known for their classic yet stately cars and, of course, for their correspondingly high price tag. Bentley introducing an SUV makes sense. Providing their market with another luxurious option, albeit with a taller profile and more ground clearance, is a perfect next step for the brand. Included with this post is an interesting video on the design…

  • Monthly car insurance

    Andrew
    11 May 2012 | 10:45 am
    Car insurance is one of those expenses that people get out of necessity and because it is illegal to drive without it but if was left up to choice, many would not bother and think that they would simply not need it. If this was the case, it would invariably end up being one of those things that you wouldn’t realise how much you needed it until it was too late. While car insurance certainly doesn’t come cheap, the cost of the repercussion of driving without insurance just doesn’t bear thinking about. At one time, everybody who purchased car insurance by paying a lump sum for…

  • BONKERS: Nissan Juke-R available for limited run - Godzilla of crossovers to be sold on build-to-order basis

    Andrew
    10 May 2012 | 12:55 pm
    Godzilla of crossovers to be sold on build-to-order basisWhat do you get when you cross a Nissan GT-R with a diminutive crossover? The Juke-R! What started out as a one-off concept has grown into a bit of a sensation. Nissan has announced their Juke-R will be made available on a limited run, build-to-order basis. The Juke-R in Dubai during filming. Packing the powertrain from Nissan’s GT-R, the Juke-R has attracted much attention from the enthusiast community, so much so that Nissan was fielding requests for the car immediately after its launch. The original Juke-R concept was based on…

  • 2013 BMW X1 - U.S. market launch in Fall 2012

    Andrew
    4 May 2012 | 3:50 pm
    U.S. market launch in Fall 2012The new 2013 BMW X1 will arrive in dealers this fall. (Photos courtesy of BMW, via Newspress) BMW continues to expand their product line into the U.S. market with the inclusion of the X1. Scheduled to be introducing here in the fall, BMW is calling the 2013 X1 a “premium compact crossover”. This BMW joins a continually growing market segment as buyers still want the utility but just can’t bring themselves to buying a little econobox. Who needs a 6-cylinder? What looks interesting is the upcoming TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder that will be available…

  • Dealing with the problem of false car insurance claims

    Andrew
    2 May 2012 | 5:38 pm
    Car accident (Flickr photo courtesy of krauzand. Click the photo to visit his photostream.) Motorists in the UK have been forced to deal with rising car insurance premiums in recent years, along with the higher cost of petrol, which has been driving up the cost of running a car. Yet, worryingly a trend is emerging which could push these costs up even further. Crash for cash, as it is known, is increasingly being seen as an option for cash-strapped drivers, and may also be leading to higher car insurance premiums for other motorists. Figures compiled by the Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) earlier…
 
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    The German Car Blog

  • Porsche 918 Spyder: Hybrid prototype officially revealed!

    Mika
    15 May 2012 | 11:56 pm
    Porsche has officially revealed the Porsche 918 Spyder hybrid prototype after we gave you the scoop already yesterday.Porsche 918 Spyder: Hybrid prototype officially revealed! was originally published on The German Car Blog on Wednesday, May 16, 2012. Related posts: VW Golf Twin Drive plug-in hybrid: Prototype revealed! VW Jetta Hybrid: Officially unveiled at Detroit Motor Show Porsche 918 Hybrid: Driving report!

  • Porsche Macan: Fresh spy shots!

    Mika
    15 May 2012 | 11:54 pm
    We found brand new spy shots of the upcoming Porsche Macan. Have a look!Porsche Macan: Fresh spy shots! was originally published on The German Car Blog on Wednesday, May 16, 2012. Related posts: Porsche Macan: First spy shots ever! Porsche Cajun: Will be named Porsche Macan! Audi A1 5-door: First spy shots!

  • Porsche 918 Spyder: Scooped!

    Mika
    15 May 2012 | 12:01 am
    Fresh spy shots and intel here about the Porsche 918 Spyder. A must see!Porsche 918 Spyder: Scooped! was originally published on The German Car Blog on Tuesday, May 15, 2012. Related posts: Porsche 918 Spyder: Will receive 4.6 liter V8 engine Porsche 918 Spyder: Latest intel!

  • Lamborghini Urus: Latest intel about production model!

    Mika
    14 May 2012 | 11:59 pm
    Straight from the "horse's mouth" comes the latest intel about the production model of the Lamborghini Urus.Lamborghini Urus: Latest intel about production model! was originally published on The German Car Blog on Tuesday, May 15, 2012. Related posts: Lamborghini SUV: Will be called Urus? First teaser is here! Lamborghini Urus: This is it! Lamborghini Urus: First video from Beijing Motor Show

  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Facelift spy shots!

    Mika
    14 May 2012 | 11:56 pm
    Here are fresh spy shots of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class facelift.Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Facelift spy shots! was originally published on The German Car Blog on Tuesday, May 15, 2012. Related posts: Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Spy shots of the facelift Mercedes-Benz S-Class: New spy shots! Mercedes-Benz A-Class: New spy shots!
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    The College Driver News

  • 2013 Dodge Dart Rolls Off Assembly Line

    8 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    The first vehicle off the assembly line at the Belvidere Plant was a red Dodge Dart Rallye with a black and red interior, powered by a 1.4-liter engine with a manual transmission, and optioned with a back-up camera and sunroof.     Being the first Chrysler vehicle built off a Fiat-derived architecture, the 2013 Dodge Dart blends Alfa Romeo DNA with Dodge’s passion for performance and style. The new Dart will be available with 12 exterior colors, 14 interior color and trim options, three powerful, fuel-efficient engines, three transmission choices, unsurpassed safety…

  • 2013 Cadillac ATS Starting at $33,990

    7 May 2012 | 11:43 pm
    The 2013 Cadillac ATS arriving this summer, is priced at $33,990 including destination. The standard model will come with a fuel-efficient 2.5L engine and a next-generation six-speed transmission. Cadillac says highway fuel economy will be well over 30 MPG, which is expected considering the 240 horsepower BMW 328i achieves 33 MPG on the highway.   “The ATS enters a vehicle segment this year that’s one of the most competitive in the market, from both a price and performance standpoint,” said Don Butler, vice president of Cadillac Marketing. “ATS will bring a…

  • Road Test: 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Eco

    7 May 2012 | 7:57 pm
    With escalating gas prices, fuel economy is on nearly everyone’s mind; the decision to go with a hybrid or a highly efficient non-electrified vehicle is becoming increasingly challenging to analyze.    Chevrolet decided to forgo electric assistance on their latest addition to the Cruze family when offering the 2012 Cruze Eco. Eco achieves class-leading fuel economy, yet its drivers never notice or realize any negative impacts from these enhancements as compared to the non-Eco model.   Cruze Eco’s bountifully comfortable features surpassed our expectation for this…

  • Nissan Building JUKE-R, Features 2012 GT-R Drivetrain

    7 May 2012 | 12:11 am
    Nissan has announced that the ridiculously powerful JUKE-R crossover will go into very limited production on a build-to-order basis. The 3.8-liter, 160 mph JUKE-R made its global debut in Dubai in January this year, attracting enormous attention and, as a result, Nissan has now received firm orders for three cars to be built. Two have come from a high-profile and well-respected member of Dubai society.   Nissan will build more Juke-Rs upon request and will be taking orders in the coming four weeks, before production starts in earnest. While the original JUKE-R was based on the 2010 GT-R…

  • 2013 Nissan Altima Starts at $21,500

    6 May 2012 | 11:53 pm
    Arriving in June, the all-new fifth generation Nissan Altima promises to shake up the mid-size sedan segment with an engaging, innovative and stylish vehicle. Among the 2013 Altima's many attributes are a targeted best-in-segment fuel economy of 38 MPG highway with the 2.5-liter engine, exterior styling with a strong presence and excellent aerodynamics, an upscale interior with premium materials, and an outstanding balance of ride comfort, stability and a fun-to-drive demeanor. Building on Nissan's "Innovation for All" philosophy, the new Altima offers so much standard, including a bluetooth…
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    SafetyNewsOnline

  • SafetyWissen Poster 2012 now all new!

    SafetyNews
    6 May 2012 | 6:24 pm
    The popular SafetyWissen Poster will be available at SafetyWeek in Version 2012. A highlight of the poster will be a current NCAP test matrix as well as several additions to the worldwide safety requirements. The poster is available in a German and a English edition. The Chinese and Portuguese Version will follow shortly. Get your free poster at booth No. 9 at SafetyExpo or order it for free with the link below (S&H may apply). Read more: carhs.de/safetywissen

  • Kyowa releases DIS-5010A Crash Recorder Series

    SafetyNews
    6 May 2012 | 6:23 pm
    The newly developed KYOWA DIS-5010A on board crash test data acquisition device: Shock resistant and lightweight package measuring only a fraction of the KYOWA forerunner in volume. 128 channels capacity on a DIN A 4 base size by dispersed arrangement of 4 x DIS-5010A containing 32 channels each. 16 x DIS-5010A can be arranged to a high capacity 512 channel on board test data acquisition system. Find out more on our booth #08 at the Safety Expo 2012 on May 9-10 in Aschaffenburg, Germany.Read more: zse.de/produkte

  • Euro NCAP rolls out new Speed Assistance protocol for 2013

    SafetyNews
    6 May 2012 | 6:23 pm
    Voluntary speed limitation devices are a means to assist drivers to adhere to speed limits. The new SAS protocol contains technical requirements for both Manual Speed Assist (MSA) systems and Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA) systems where the car ‘knows’ the current legal speed limit to be used in the warning or speed limitation function based on camera and/or digital map. To be able to score full points for the speed limitation function the system (both MSA and ISA) need to fulfill the warning function and speed setting requirements. Expected release of the protocol is July…

  • Humanetics releases v7.0 of its Hybrid III 5% Female Dummy FEM Model

    SafetyNews
    6 May 2012 | 6:23 pm
    Humanetics announces the availability of v7.0 of the Hybrid III 5th FE model in the codes LS-DYNA and PAM-CRASH. This model is completely new and achieves superior correlation in critical areas such as neck and chest. CORA was used to objectively rate and compare the performance of the model. The mesh was refined in order to capture more detail. Joint stops that were modeled as a stiff moment-angle function in the past have been replaced by physically modeled parts; each with their respective material properties assigned to them. New component and material tests were also executed to extract…

  • NHTSA publishes NPRM on FMVSS 210 "Seat belt assembly anchorages"

    SafetyNews
    6 May 2012 | 6:23 pm
    This NPRM proposes to amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, ``Seat belt assembly anchorages,'' to specify a new force application device for use as a testing interface to transfer loads onto the seat belt anchorage system during compliance tests of anchorage strength. The device represents a human torso and pelvis. The new device comes in two sizes, one representative of a mid-size adult male, and the other of a small occupant. We propose both sizes be used in FMVSS No. 210. We believe that the devices provide a consistent test configuration and load path to the seat belt…
 
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    Cars for Girls

  • Chrysler Group Adds Bonus Cash Allowance to Benefit Members of the U.S. Military and Families

    Keri DeVrieze
    15 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    Chrysler Group LLC today announced that the company will expand its support for the U.S. military by adding a $500 “Military Appreciation Bonus Consumer Cash” allowance to the retail purchase or lease of a new, eligible Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck, or FIAT brand vehicle from May 14 through May 31, 2012. The “Military Appreciation Bonus Consumer Cash” is on top of the $500 military bonus cash that the Chrysler Group already offers to eligible members of the military and their families. Eligible consumers include active military, active military reserve, retired…

  • Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Driver & Rider Tips Part II

    Keri DeVrieze
    10 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    For Riders 1. Get Properly Trained and Licensed – Half of all riders today have never taken a proper safety class such as the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Basic RiderCourseSM. Along with training, get your motorcycle endorsement by the DMV. Studies have shown that trained and licensed riders are safer. 2. Wear All the Right Gear, All the Time – Always wear a real motorcycle helmet manufactured to the standards of the department of Transportation. Visit www.helmetcheck.org to ensure you have a proper helmet. 3. Don’t Drink and Ride – Never, ever ride while impaired by alcohol or…

  • Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Driver and Rider Tips Part I

    Keri DeVrieze
    9 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    With May being National Motorcycle Safety Awareness month, keep in mind the following whether you’re on two wheels or four. 1. There are a lot more cars and trucks than motorcycles on the road, and some drivers don’t “recognize” a motorcycle; they ignore it (usually unintentionally). Look for motorcycles, especially when checking traffic at an intersection. 2. Because of its small size, a motorcycle may look farther away than it is. It may also be difficult to judge a motorcycle’s speed. When checking traffic to turn at an intersection or into (or out of) a driveway,…

  • Wiley X Inc. Supports Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

    Keri DeVrieze
    8 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    Throughout the month of May 2012, the National Safety Council (NSC) is promoting Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to educate the public and help both riders and motorists decrease roadway injuries and fatalities as we head into the busy summer season. As a leading provider of performance protective eyewear systems for military, law enforcement and the general public, Wiley X, Inc. is using this occasion to focus attention on the hazards riders face on the road and the need to protect their precious gift of sight. “For a variety of reasons, motorcycle riders are at…

  • Affordable Motors Announces Development of Honda’s Traffic Detection Technology

    Keri DeVrieze
    3 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    Honda recently announced that it has successfully developed the first traffic detection technology in the world. The technology will be able to detect areas of vehicle congestion and alert drivers of the necessary acceleration or deceleration to avoid trailing vehicles too closely, thus alleviating traffic jams. Affordable Motors, a valued Honda dealer in Brooklyn, NY, anticipates the full development and launch of the traffic detection program. Through intensive research, Honda analyzed the acceleration and deceleration patterns that contribute to traffic congestion. One vehicle has the…
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    Import RPM

  • Hyundai Awarded for Direct-Injection Technology

    Import RPM
    15 May 2012 | 11:30 am
    Hyundai continues to be praised for its fuel-efficient lineup. This time around, the kudos comes from the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA), in conjunction with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The organizations recently honored Hyundai for its industry-leading direct injection technology. Direct injection continues to be embraced by automakers for its role in boosting fuel efficiency and curbing emissions. By taking its own direct-injection tech and infusing it throughout its lineup, Hyundai has widely been recognized as the most fuel efficient car company in…

  • 2013 BMW Series Sport Wagon Heads to the U.S.

    Import RPM
    14 May 2012 | 11:22 am
    Wagons have seen a slight resurgence recently in the U.S. market, which is probably why BMW is eager to bring its all-new 2013 3 Series Sport Wagon to our shores. The new wagon was just unveiled to whet our appetites, but it will be about a year before we’ll see it in showrooms. When it finally does arrive, the new 3 Series Sport Wagon is likely to come with the same powertrain options as its sedan counterpart. That means it’s safe to assume it will get a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder unit that’s good for 240-horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. It will probably boast the…

  • 2013 Hyundai Sonata Gets More Goodies

    Import RPM
    13 May 2012 | 11:20 am
    Although a full redesign is due in 2014, Hyundai decided to make some changes its beloved Sonata for the 2013 model year. Prices will increase slightly, by $100 to $150 or more per trim, to reflect some of these updates. For starters, the base 2013 Sonata will have more available features. Standard features now include a six-speed automatic transmission, as Hyundai has ditched the manual gearbox completely. Without the manual, mileage has also changed and all Sonatas now get 24/35 mpg city/highway. The update also includes the addition of heated front seats and standard fog lights to the…

  • VW Passat TDI Goes 1626-Miles Without Refueling

    Import RPM
    12 May 2012 | 10:20 am
    Once again, Volkswagen proved that its clean diesel engines can easily keep motorists away from the pump for a very long time. John and Helen Taylor were determined to break the record for the farthest distance traveled on a single tank of fuel. Using a a stock 2012 Volkswagen Passat SE TDI, they did exactly that. The “world’s most fuel-efficient couple” successfully set a new record of 1626.1 miles The feat was made possible by the Chattanooga-built Passat’s 2.0-liter TDI Clean Diesel inline four-cylinder engine produces 140 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. When mated…

  • Honda Wins Battle Over MPG Claims

    Import RPM
    9 May 2012 | 9:36 pm
    Honda has officially won the reversal of a small-claims-court loss to a California woman who dropped out of a class-action lawsuit and pursued her own claim that the company overstated the fuel mileage of its Civic Hybrid. Although the automaker won the court battle and successfully fended off other potential legal woes, its reputation has certainly taken a hit. Earlier this year, a small-claims court in California ordered Honda to pay Civic Hybrid owner Heather Peters $9,867.19 for falsely advertising 50 miles per gallon in the city and on the highway. Honda successfully appealed her win…
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    Straightline

  • IL Track Tested: 2011 Chevy Caprice by SLP vs. 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8

    Mike Magrath
    15 May 2012 | 10:42 pm
    Inside Line tests hundreds of vehicles a year. Cars, trucks, SUVs, we run them all, and the numbers always tell a story. With that in mind we present "IL Track Tested," a quick rundown of all the data we collect...

  • 2013 Nissan Altima Production Begins Today. Here are Four Cool Things.

    Mike Magrath
    15 May 2012 | 5:22 pm
    Nissan’s new (we can’t bring ourselves to say “all-new” because the chassis and engines are carryover) will be in showrooms on June 26, little more than a month from now. We don’t think the 2013 Altima’s styling is pushing...

  • Guy Fieri to Drive 2013 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Pace Car at Indy 500

    Mike Magrath
    15 May 2012 | 1:35 pm
    The great question of our time has finally been answered: Food Network star and hair-bleach enthusiast Guy Fieri will pilot the pace car at the 2012 Indy 500. In case you forgot, this year's pace car is a pretty...

  • Video: Tony Hawk Jumps Over a Lexus LFA

    Mike Magrath
    15 May 2012 | 1:20 pm
    As happens all too frequently these days, the news that Tony Hawk jumped a skateboard over a Lexus LFA broke via Instagram via Twitter yesterday. And, like most things that break on Twitter/Instagram, this is pretty pointless. But, hey,...

  • Video: Hennessey Ford GT Runs 212.9 MPH Standing 1/2 Mile

    Mike Magrath
    15 May 2012 | 12:59 pm
    You read the title; you're either into this video or you're not. If you are into loud, smokey, ridiculously painted supercars going unreasonably fast, here's your daily dose of rear-mounted-camera dizziness for the day!...
 
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    Sports Car Digest - The Sports, Racing and Vintage Car Journal

  • Monaco Historic Grand Prix 2012 – Report and Photos

    Dirk de Jager
    15 May 2012 | 2:00 pm
    Monaco Historic Grand Prix, Circuit de Monaco, May 11-13, 2012Report and photos by Dirk de JagerMonaco and Grand Prix: Two names that have been combined since 1929 when Monte Carlo held the first Grand Prix. Since then this famous track has never missed a single year on the calendar. In 1997 the first Historic Grand Prix was held to honour its legends from the past. Now traditionally held biennially two weeks before the current Formula One stars hit the track, the racing is divided into seven grids containing an average of over 30 cars!Read the rest of Monaco Historic Grand Prix 2012 –…

  • Remembering Carroll Shelby (1923-2012)

    Art Evans
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    By Art Evans | Photos as creditedAll of us have lost one of the dominant figures of the post-WWII automotive era, and I have lost a dear friend. After a long illness, Carroll Hall Shelby died on May 10, 2012, at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. He is survived by two sons, Michael and Patrick, his daughter Sharon, a number of grandchildren, a sister Anne, his wife Cleo plus a host of admirers. For a reason that always remained between the two of us, I am eternally in his debt. As I write this, tears are in my eyes.On January 11, 2012, Carroll Shelby turned 89 years old. He…

  • RM Auctions Monaco 2012 – Auction Results

    Sports Car Digest
    14 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    The RM Auctions Monaco 2012 auction was held 11-12 May at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco, resulting in more than €33,521,710 ($43,410,615 USD) in total sales and an 87% sell-through rate.Held during the same weekend as the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, the two-day RM Auctions Monaco 2012 sale presented a collection of more than 90 automobiles, 100 Ducati motorcycles and three boats.Read the rest of RM Auctions Monaco 2012 – Auction Results© Sports Car Digest - The Sports, Racing and Vintage Car Journal, 2012. | Permalink | No comment | Want more on these topics ? Browse the archive…

  • Quail Motorcycle Gathering 2012 – Report and Photos

    Dennis Gray
    14 May 2012 | 9:00 am
    Report and photos by Dennis GrayThe Quail Motorcycle Gathering 2012 was held Saturday, May 5th on the grounds of the Quail Lodge Golf Club in Carmel, California. More than 1,500 motorcycle enthusiasts and collectors attended the celebration, which showcased 250 motorcycles from the past, present and concepts for the future.The 4th annual Quail Motorcycle Gathering celebrated the Evolution of the Motorcycle, featuring Indian Motorcycles.Read the rest of Quail Motorcycle Gathering 2012 – Report and Photos© Sports Car Digest - The Sports, Racing and Vintage Car Journal, 2012. | Permalink…

  • Worldwide Houston Classic 2012 – Auction Results

    Sports Car Digest
    14 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    1931 Cord L29 Cabriolet sold for $220,000Worldwide Auctioneers held its Houston Classic Auction 2012 on Saturday, May 5th at the La Torretta Lake Resort in Montgomery, Texas, resulting in more than $7 million in sales and an 85% sell-through rate.The 11th annual Houston Classic Auction saw nearly 120 motor cars cross the auction block, in addition to a selection of memorabilia from the Paul J. Meyer Estate Collection.Read the rest of Worldwide Houston Classic 2012 – Auction Results© Sports Car Digest - The Sports, Racing and Vintage Car Journal, 2012. | Permalink | No comment | Want…
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    The CarGurus Blog

  • New Ford Ideas Are Crazy (and Genius)

    tgriffith
    16 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    Two recent developments from Dearborn could be used to make the case that Ford has gone crazy. Or affirm the fact that the people running Ford are geniuses. If a company decides to eliminate its name from advertising, well, why bother advertising, right? Naturally, if someone brings up that idea in a marketing meeting he or she would be labeled as crazy and promptly fired. “You know, Mr. Mulally, I think for our next corporate ad campaign we should avoid the word ‘Ford’ and quite possibly not show our logo either.” Right. That same guy is probably the one who…

  • Green Update: Hypercar Hybrids from Porsche and Ferrari

    jgoods
    15 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    Design study for the F70 We have written about the incredible Porsche 918 hybrid before, with details here and here. Now, 918 Spyder prototypes have been spotted testing, looking a little like the old 917 race cars (see pix here). The 918 will produce some 770 hp from a V8 and “two independent electric motors, one on the front and one in the drive line, acting on the rear wheels.” All this with decent fuel economy. Production is expected by the end of 2013, so you have time to save up the $850K it will cost. The new Ferrari F70 is expected to replace the Enzo and may come to market around…

  • Grandma’s Car: The Best Kind of Used Car Available?

    tgriffith
    15 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    A friend wanted to show me her new car. “It’s a 2004 Subaru Outback,” she said, “and guess how many miles it has on it?” I looked at the car, which appeared to be in pretty nice shape. No visible dings or dents, clean paint, newer tires. I figured anything under 100,000 miles on the clock would be acceptable. I assumed, since she asked me about the mileage, it must be low. So I guessed low. “Sixty thousand,” I said confidently. She shook her head and smiled. “Nope. Just under 10,000.” I gasped. “It was my grandma’s.” And…

  • Shelby’s Gone. Any More Like Him?

    jgoods
    14 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    Shelby and the Ford GT40 Caroll Shelby (1923-2012), whom tgriffith wrote about today, was one of the last true Car Guys. There just won’t be any more like him. Here’s why. Shelby’s career began with sports-car racing, and there he made his greatest mark. He could never have created the Cobra or the muscle cars that followed had he not raced for Aston Martin, Maserati, and finally won Le Mans as driver, constructor and team manager—the only person ever to do that. That was the great era of sports-car racing—the late ‘50s-early ‘60s—when the sport had a very big following and a…

  • The Incredible Legacy of Carroll Shelby

    tgriffith
    14 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    Carroll Shelby: Chicken farmer. Carroll Shelby: Chili entrepreneur. Carroll Shelby: Race driver. Carroll Shelby: Car designer. Word spread quickly when the automotive world lost an icon late last week. Of course, car people knew Carroll Shelby as the legend behind the Shelby Cobra and, later, the Shelby Mustang. The one-time chicken farmer had more than a half-dozen successful careers during his long life, though, including racing-team owner, automobile manufacturer, automotive consultant, safari-tour operator, storyteller, chili entrepreneur and philanthropist. But, of course, it’s…
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    CarEnvy.ca

  • 2012 Ford F-250 Lariat: Casting Long Shadows

    Peter
    10 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    By Peter Dushenski @carenvy Strawberry-peach skies blend into the violet-soaked horizon. Renewed trees bud with green intent, spreading millions of hopeful seeds into the wind. Brightly coloured runners bounce off their treadmills and onto jagged, pockmarked pavement. Our cats resume their hunting ways, free from their purgatory of winter solitude once more. Close your eyes and listen to hypnotic motorcycles as they fizz and grumble, echoing into the mesmerizing Sunday evening. It’s a time of beauty unknowable in the rest of the dark starry cosmos. It’s spring on the High Prairies and the…

  • Autostoping in Denmark, or How I Hitchhiked From Copenhagen to Aarhus

    Peter
    3 May 2012 | 10:16 am
    Please join me in welcoming CarEnvy’s new Contributing Editor, David Little. by David Little @dlittle21 My shoes sank into the soggy grass as I shifted my weight impatiently. An easterly wind pulled low, heavy clouds passed my peripheral gaze. But we wanted to go west. Isabella (a Danish friend with whom I was visiting) and I were planted by the side of the highway exiting Copenhagen. To save some kroner and have an adventure, she suggested that we hitchhike the 303 km to Aarhus. I was skeptical. Back home, hitchhiking is seen as a very reckless undertaking. We Canadians will avert our…

  • 2012 Ford F-150 SuperCrew SVT Raptor: Introversion, Friendship, and Dayenu [Review]

    Peter
    1 May 2012 | 4:00 pm
    “We are friends and I do like to pass the day with you in serious and inconsequential chatter. I wouldn’t mind washing up beside you, dusting beside you, reading the back half of the paper while you read the front. We are friends and I would miss you, do miss you and think of you very often.” - Jeanette Winterson I was introverted growing up. A loner, even. I didn’t seek the company of others; I didn’t need them to be content. I played soccer and acted in plays, group activities encouraged by my parents, but I was rarely happier than when alone with my Lego. I was quite happy to…

  • The 2012 Harley-Davidson F-150 Is The Modern Day Tower of Babel

    Peter
    24 Apr 2012 | 3:59 pm
    by Peter Dushenski   Its bricks and mortar are fuel and space. Like the Tower of Babel, the newest Harley reaches high into the clouds.   Serpents abound. Printed leathers and wondrous wheels. Man tasted knowledge for the first time in the snake-infested Eden, He ignored God’s word for the second time before the Flood, He reached for the clouds a third time with his Tower, Man reaches further still with every new Harley.   It’s has been around for ages now. A not uncommon sight on the streets of Alberta. The orange and black have faded. How small and simple they look…

  • From Einsteinian Relativity To GM Luxury [Comparison Test]

    Peter
    17 Apr 2012 | 9:45 am
    By Peter Dushenski Put your hand on a hot stove for a minute, and it seems like an hour. Sit with a pretty girl for an hour, and it seems like a minute. THAT’S relativity. Einstein’s famous quote is perhaps more familiar than his scientific theories. It’s certainly more digestible. His contributions to physics, and by extension philosophy, are so out there that they’re tough to swallow even today, a century on. Time dilation has to be the mother of them all. It states that time and therefore reality are relative to the observer. It also turns out that whether reality…
 
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    Ride Lust

  • DOUCHE BAG ALERT! Lamborghini Crashes in Suburbs

    MrAngry
    15 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    I hate to say it, but the unfortunate truth about Lamborghini is that their cars are often purchased by jackasses. Take the owner of this canary yellow Gallardo for example. It’s not enough that his car screams ostentatious obscenities through its exhaust pipes, but then to make matters worse the driver must prove to all those around him what they already know… that he’s a douche. Click through and enjoy. Source: Youtube.com

  • Depth of Speed: Track Day

    MrAngry
    15 May 2012 | 8:30 am
    If you’re a track rat like I am then you know damn well that any track day you attend is a good one. Rain or shine, fast car or slow car, a day at the track is better than any day at work. Show up however in one of the cars from the JDM Legends collection and well… you may as well have landed in automotive nirvana. Click through and enjoy. Source: Autoblog.com

  • 2012 Jaguar XKR-S: RideLust Review

    Kurt Ernst
    14 May 2012 | 3:30 pm
    Thumbs Up: This cat has claws, not what you expect from Jaguar. Thumbs down: Good luck finding one, since they’re sold out. Buy This Car If: You’re looking for the most powerful production Jag ever built. Jaguars, of late, have not been known for their razor sharp handling. Even so-called sport models have grown soft over the years, and seem to be aimed more at providing a comfortable ride to the country club than at strafing apexes at Sebring. Recent Jags that we’ve driven have been plenty fast in a straight line, but have been saddled with too soft a suspension or too narrow a tire.

  • Super Sleeper 1972 Nova – BIG MUSCLE

    MrAngry
    14 May 2012 | 8:30 am
    Wanna race? If so you may want to reconsider. You see this is Dru Diesner’s 1972 Chevrolet Nova and it’s anything but stock. From a looks perspective it’s nothing special, in fact most people wouldn’t put up $500 for this thing. Look a little deeper though and OH MOMMA! You see under its faded green paint lurks a twin supercharged LS2 that makes 1,160 hp… at the rear wheels. It epitomizes the term “sleeper”, and is lethal to just about every other road going vehicle it comes in contact with. Big Muscle recently visited Northern Chicago to get a sample…

  • The Truth About Electric Motorcycles

    MrAngry
    12 May 2012 | 8:30 am
    Here’s the deal – the world is simply not ready for electric vehicles. We don’t have the infrastructure, the battery technology isn’t up to snuff yet, and at days end electric vehicles simply don’t provide the range necessary for 99% of the driving population. Wes Siler of the DRIVE Network recently took out the new 2012 Zero DS electric motorcycle. It’s got an 84 mph top speed and a 112-mile range, but the real question is – will an electric motorcycle provide all the thrills and fun that today’s petrol powered bikes do? Source:…
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  • How To (Ultimately) Control Your Polestar’d Volvo

    Adnan
    15 May 2012 | 6:27 pm
    What’s better than driving five of Volvo UK’s latest and greatest on a track in Wokingham? Try five Volvo cars on a track in Wokingham, three of which have been given the Polestar treatment, a professional driving school in the form of Ultimate Car Control, a former British Touring Car Champion giving you tips and a splash of rain to top things off. Jealous yet? Read on… The primary reason for our assembly in Berkshire, aside from a generous invitation from Volvo, was to take part in a course that usually runs for fleet drivers only. Dubbed “Excellence in Professional…

  • Which Pop Princess Owns This Merc SLK?

    Alex
    15 May 2012 | 11:41 am
    The latest Mercedes roadster looks oodles more hairy-chested than it’s predecessors. It’s even more butch than the last car and comes with sprinkled cues from its bigger brother, the SLS, such as the more in-your-face grille and a mirrored interior design. This week, a well known celeb has been spotted pottering around town in one and this particular SLK ticks all the cool boxes. It has black alloys, obsidian black paint job, flared side skirts and LED daytime lights. The chances are it’s owned by a bloke such as Peter Andre, Zac Efron, Bruno Mars or it even could be part of…

  • Car Cameo: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG ft. Professor Green – Remedy

    Adnan
    15 May 2012 | 8:36 am
    He sells it by the bottle. And ships it by the crate. Yes, it’s Professor Green, the man with a doctorate in UK grime. We recently got sent a few pictures of a rather tasty looking black Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG on set with Pro and were intrigued as to the video that’d be produced. Fortunately for us, the resulting video “Remedy” featuring Ruth Anne has just hit VEVO and as predicted, the C63 AMG Coupe has a starring role. The “story” is pretty simple – we follow Pro Green around East London as he parties hard with car in tow and girls and drinks on…

  • Telematics – The Ultimate Back Seat Driver?

    Ollie
    15 May 2012 | 8:34 am
    Allow me to identify two random things that irritate and annoy me. One is Big Brother – the hopefully now-defunct ‘social experiment’ involving fame-hungry simpletons being spied on via the medium of television by people up past their bedtime. And the second – unfairly, ridiculously high car insurance premiums. Now, wouldn’t it be just brilliant to combine those two entities into one steaming pile of rancid awfulness? Well, now you can, thanks to the emerging technology on telematics! Or is this actually not as bad as it seems..? Telematics is easy to get your…

  • BMW’s Angry (Bird) M135i Hot Hatch

    Alex
    14 May 2012 | 5:11 pm
    There is one thing that the latest 1 Series will split opinion on. Let’s get that straight first. Just like the last “1″, the looks are controversial as you’ll either love them or hate them and personally, I’m not a fan as the front end reminds me of a certain baddie from a very popular mobile app. Do you see the resemblance? Not so long ago, BMW created their first baby M car using a beefed up 1 Series coupe, E92 M3 wing mirrors, brakes and suspension, and a turbocharged straight six engine from the Z4 roadster. It was such a hit that our Ollie crowned it his…
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  • Rockstar Rally Test: Oregon Trail 2012

    2 May 2012 | 9:08 pm
    Antoine L'Estage and Nathalie Richard test the Rockstar Energy Mitsubishi Evo X at an "undisclosed location" in preparation for the 2012 Oregon Trail Rally, which begins on May 4, 2012 in Portland, Oregon.

  • Dodge on Dart: Jeff Gale on 2013 Dart Design

    29 Apr 2012 | 7:19 pm
    Aaron talks to Jeff Gale, Senior Design Manager at the Dodge Design Studio about the new 2013 Dart.

  • 2013 Dodge Dart Reviewed

    28 Apr 2012 | 12:12 am
    Aaron flies to Austin, Texas, to drive the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart. The car we tested was the Rallye model with the 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo 4-cylinder (160hp/184 ft-lbs), 17x7.5-in Hyper Black alloy wheels wrapped in P225/45R17 91H Conti tires, Antilock 4-Wheel Brakes, Redline Red paint, Diesel Gray Cloth interior, Uconnect Touch 8.4-in screen with voice command and Garmin Navigation, Sunroof, Premium Audio Group, Parkview rear backup camera, the Popular Equipment Group (includes the fancy louvers, XM Radio and leather-wrapped steering wheel), 5-Year, 100,000-mile warranty. Price as tested:…

  • 2013 Mazda CX-5 Driven and Reviewed

    24 Apr 2012 | 9:22 am
    Ryan takes the Mazda CX-5 to legendary Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca to see if it measures up to Mazda's claims. The CX-5 is the first car to feature Mazda's full suite of Skyactiv technology, including the 2.0-liter motor (155hp/150ft-lbs), lightened chassis (~3250 lbs), suspension, 6-speed automatic transmission and even the steering rack. The result is a car that is smaller than the CX-7 on the outside, but bigger on the inside.

  • 2012 Honda Civic CNG - A Smarter Green Car?

    17 Apr 2012 | 9:00 am
    Aaron takes a look at the only standard production CNG car in the United States, the Honda Civic CNG. How does it fare against other alternative fuel vehicles? Are electric and hydrogen better choices? Plus, Ryan talks to World CNG to learn more about this technology.
 
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  • [VIDEO] Guy Fieri to Drive the 2013 Corvette ZR1 Pace Car at the Indy 500

    Keith Cornett
    15 May 2012 | 12:19 pm
    We dropped the rumor last week that Guy Fieri is in contention to be the pace car driver at this year’s Indianapolis 500 and today we learned that its official. The celebrity chef and Corvette owner will be driving the 2013 Corvette ZR1 to start the 96th running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, May 27th. In addition to owning and operating a string of restaurants and his TV hosting duties on the Food Network, Guy is a car collector who seems to have a thing for Chevy’s. Fieri owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette, as well as a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible, 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle…

  • Mid America Motorworks Introduces New 5-Layer Diamond Corvette Cover

    Mitch Talley
    15 May 2012 | 10:38 am
    Not everyone has a garage to keep his Corvette inside, safely tucked away from the deadly evils that constantly lurk to try and destroy our pride and joys. But now Mid America Motorworks is offering a great solution to those of us who have to store their Corvettes outside. The new Diamond Car Cover features five revolutionary layers of waterproof and ultraviolet resistant material to keep your Corvette safe and sound from the elements. In fact, it’s the only cover on the market with five layers to protect your car from almost anything Mother Nature can throw at it. “We know how much…

  • [VIDEO] Insurance Industry Group Names The Top 10 Most Stolen Corvettes

    Keith Cornett
    15 May 2012 | 8:50 am
    So here’s a fact for Corvette trivia fans: In the last 30 years, which model year of Corvette has been reported stolen more than any other? If you answered the 1984 Corvette, then give yourself a hand. The National Insurance Crime Bureau has looked a thefts of Corvettes from 1981-2011 and issued their report to the insurance industry. Over the last 30 years, 90,427 Corvettes were reported stolen in the United States and Puerto Rico with the 1984 model year leading the way with 8,554 thefts. The NICB’s report tallied thefts of Corvettes that spanned across the 6 generations of the…

  • Police Looking for Le Mans Blue C6 Corvette Coupe Involved in Hit and Run Fatality

    Mitch Talley
    14 May 2012 | 7:34 pm
    Stock photo courtesy of CorvetteImages.com The California Highway Patrol is asking for help from citizens who may know the identity of a C6 Corvette driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run accident early Sunday. Authorities say witnesses saw a dark blue 2005 or 2006 Corvette with a removable hardtop strike a male pedestrian on the Highway 101 off-ramp for eastbound Highway 166 between Santa Maria and Nipomo, then speed off at high speed. The unidentified man was pronounced dead at the scene. The Corvette was last seen headed north on Thompson Road toward Nipomo, the highway patrol said. Based…

  • 1954 Hot Rod Corvette Gets a New Lease on Life

    Mitch Talley
    14 May 2012 | 9:51 am
    To paraphrase country singer George Jones, this is one old Corvette that’s not ready for a rockin’ chair. John Muller of Arizona always liked the way first generation Corvettes looked, but motoring down the highway in the 1955 he once owned wasn’t the ultimate driving experience. Then he found a 1954 Corvette on eBay that he called “nearly a basket case.” By the time he got through with a two-year project at Hot Rod Express in Blue Springs, however, it was a different story. Hidden under that classic body now were a 5.7-liter, Corvette LS1 engine and a six-speed transmission, along…
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  • G-POWER delivers a M5 HURRICANE for the 100th time

    admin
    16 May 2012 | 5:03 am
    – the Jubilee Model M5 HURRICANE RRs with 830 hp – the most powerful version in the world After the G-POWER M5 HURRICANE RR with twin-supercharger engine and 800 hp/588 kW has set a new High-Speed record with 372 km/h in 2010, improving the old G-POWER record from 2008, the demand for this power sedan [...]

  • Design Highlights of SKODA AUTO at the 31st Volkswagen GTI Meet at Lake Worthersee

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 12:07 pm
    ›  SKODA Design shows rally concept car of the SKODA Citigo for the first time ›  World premiere of the SKODA Citigo DJ Car ›  Seven teams including celebrities, journalists and SKODA Motorsport rally drivers on the road together to the meet of the VW customizing fans ›  The “SKODA Road trip” with the SKODA [...]

  • New BMW 135is Continues BMW’s “s” Model Tradition

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 11:22 am
    New top performance model 1 Series for 2013 In the long standing tradition of high performance BMW “is” models, BMW today announced an enhanced performance version of the 1 Series Coupe and Convertible called the BMW 135is. The 2013 135is Coupe and Convertible focus the qualities that made the 135i such a success amongst driving [...]

  • 918 Spyder prototypes commence trials

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 7:31 am
    Stuttgart. The Porsche 918 Spyder is on the road: Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has taken the driving trials of the super sports car of the future a step further with completion of the initial prototypes. The 918 Spyder will go into production at the end of September 2013 as planned, with the [...]

  • New Renault Espace

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 5:58 am
    New Renault Espace features Renault’s new styling identity which gives the MPV an even more dynamic stance. As is the case with the brand’s other new models, the Renault logo is bigger and set in a more upright, prominent position on a broad black strip on the grille. Four generations on, the Renault Espace success [...]
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  • Porsche 918 Spyder Revealed

    admin
    16 May 2012 | 12:30 am
    The Porsche 918 Spyder is on the road: Porsche has taken the driving trials of the super sports car of the future a step further with completion of the initial prototypes. The 918 Spyder is planned for production at the end of September 2013, with the first customer deliveries currently scheduled for the United States late in 2013. The prototypes, their camouflage harking back to historical Porsche 917 racing cars, signal the final touches to the 918 Spyder. The focus is on the interplay between the highly sophisticated individual drive components. The combination of combustion engine and…

  • Camaro ZL1 Joins the 11-second Club‎

    admin
    6 May 2012 | 6:56 pm
    The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is officially in the “11-second” club, as engineers recently turned an 11.93-second/116-mph quarter-mile elapsed time run in a showroom-stock Camaro ZL1 automatic. A Camaro ZL1 manual ran an 11.96-second ET at 117 mph. Only a few other production vehicles can run the quarter-mile as quickly as the ZL1. Fewer yet can also run 0-60 in 4 seconds, reach a top speed of 184 mph and lap the famous Nürburgring in 7:41.27 – all with the street-legal, factory-issued components and no time-consuming equipment adjustments at the racetrack. “The ZL1 is great at…

  • 2013 BMW X1 On Sale This Fall‎

    admin
    2 May 2012 | 6:37 pm
    The BMW X1 is setting to make its US market debut armed with state-of-the-art powertrain technology, innovative features, selective design modifications and extensive interior refinements. The new 2013 BMW X1 will arrive in authorized BMW Centers in the fall of 2012 starting at an MSRP of $31,545. The X1 has proven to be highly successful, with sales having already exceeded 275,000. As has been the case with other models before it, the BMW X1 finds itself in a competitive market segment that it virtually spawned.  Unlike other BMW SAVs, X1s destined for the US will be built in BMW’s…

  • Keeping Classic Cars in Top Condition

    admin
    2 May 2012 | 7:09 am
    Collecting classic cars is a hobby that few people have the joy of achieving, but for owners, simply purchasing the vehicle is just the beginning. Aside from purchasing auto insurance for their vehicle, enthusiasts find themselves spending considerable amounts of time and money on their collection to ensure it remains in pristine condition. However, the government is considering making the ownership of classic cars much easier through a series of proposals aimed at reducing red tape. What are the proposed changes? The main alteration to the law on classic cars would be that they are no longer…

  • World EV Summit – Expanding the Green Automotive Industry

    admin
    1 May 2012 | 5:17 pm
    This year, from the 12th of June until the 14ht, Copenhagen is set to host the World Electric Vehicle Summit, the purpose of which is to allow the leaders of the automotive industry to come together and discuss their ideas on how to further develop the electric vehicle sector. The agenda has been prepared and includes business models, and international case studies which demonstrate the most plausible ways of implementing electric transport on a larger scale. The summit is expected to attract some one of the leading car manufacturing CEOs, engineers, fleet operators, battery manufacturers and…
 
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  • 2008 Toyota Tundra Crew Max 4x4 LIMITED 5.7L V8 - Autos Inc

    pace0072
    15 May 2012 | 12:43 am
    2008 Toyota Tundra Crew Max 4x4 LIMITED 5.7L V8 - Autos Inc Autos Inc - 801-300-6953 - www.autosincutah.com From: pace0072 Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 03:59 More in Autos & Vehicles

  • Houston Mile 2012 See how fast your car goes - Aeros & Autos event at Ellington Airport Houston

    MrSeriousHP
    14 May 2012 | 5:08 pm
    Houston Mile 2012 See how fast your car goes - Aeros & Autos event at Ellington Airport Houston Houston Half Mile 2012 : It was the first annual Houston Half Mile Shoot Out organized by Hennessey ( May 12, 2012 ) It took place during the Aeros & Autos at Ellington Airport, Houston TX ( event running in conjunction with the 4th annual Aeros & Autos event ) More than one hundred "street" cars participate at the Houston Half mile and compete to see how fast your car goes in one 1/2 mile ( One car at the time / no speed limit ) Lots of cars : Corvette Z06 ZR1 Camaro ZL1…

  • 2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty 4x4 Lariat Heated Leather 7.3L POWERSTROKE DIESEL - Autos Inc

    pace0072
    14 May 2012 | 2:18 pm
    2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty 4x4 Lariat Heated Leather 7.3L POWERSTROKE DIESEL - Autos Inc Autos Inc - 801-300-6953 - www.autosincutah.com From: pace0072 Views: 3 0 ratings Time: 03:43 More in Autos & Vehicles

  • Football Cards FT/FS (For trade and For Sale) (Autos.Patches,Jerseys)

    baseballbum1106
    12 May 2012 | 8:00 pm
    Football Cards FT/FS (For trade and For Sale) (Autos.Patches,Jerseys) Hey if your interested in anything please pm me or comment, thanks! Here is a link to my bucket. s1134.photobucket.com From: baseballbum1106 Views: 43 0 ratings Time: 05:33 More in Entertainment

  • autos - Luisito rey

    luisitorey
    19 Mar 2012 | 8:00 am
    autos - Luisito rey FACEBOOK www.facebook.com TWITTER twitter.com SUSCRIBETE Y COMPARTE EL VIDEO :) From: luisitorey Views: 446714 16733 ratings Time: 11:18 More in People & Blogs
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  • Duster Ice Edition wants to be cool and cheap

    Kaustubh Shinde
    16 May 2012 | 1:30 am
    Dacia has introduced a cheaper, stripped out variant of the Duster in Germany. Obviously the Germans will not buy it like birthday candles because it sends the wrong message. So in order to hide the cheapness, Dacia has given it a cool name – Duster Ice Edition. The Duster Ice Edition starts as low as € 12 290 (around 8.5 lakhs). For that money, you get front electric windows, roof rails, four airbags and central locking with remote control. That’s it! Almost everything else is an optional extra. ESP will cost 360 euros and if you want a radio, cough up 400 Euros please. It does not…

  • Jay Leno welcomes the Tata Nano into his garage in Bollywood style

    Kaustubh Shinde
    16 May 2012 | 1:18 am
    In all fairness, it had to happen someday! Yes, one of the most famous talk show hosts in television history and a true blue petrol head – Jay Leno – finally has a Tata Nano in his garage. But a Tata Nano entering the Jay Leno epic garage is no ordinary occasion. Thus, the Tata Nano was welcomed in a Bollywood setting with Jay Leno dressed in a Sherwani. This is probably the first time I am seeing Jay leno not wearing a denim jeans or a suit as he generally does on The Tonight Show. Quite a car eh? Jay Leno is one of the biggest petrol heads in the world only next to the Sultan of…

  • Skoda Citigo Rally concept is just plain badass

    Kaustubh Shinde
    16 May 2012 | 1:10 am
    A car that we badly want in India is the Skoda Citigo. However, Skoda and VW have not finalized their plans of bringing these small cars to India. The feasibility study is going on and by December we can expect the VW Group to take a call on its launch. In the mean time, Skoda has showcased theCitigo Rally Concept which will be heading to the Worthersee Tour in Austria to accompany Audi’s Q3 Red Track Concept. The Skoda Citigo Rally Concept symbolizes Skoda’s true love for Rally Racing, perhaps the only sport that Skoda is present in. The Concept dons massive front bumper and wheel…

  • Only a handful of the M-Class Edition 1 models left in Mercedes’s stockyard

    Kaustubh Shinde
    16 May 2012 | 1:04 am
    Just yesterday, Mercedes lifted the veil off the new Mercedes M Class and there’s good news already! An official from Mercedes India told IndianAutosBlog.com just a handful of the first batch of models (M Class Edition 1) are unsold. Mercedes has brought 100 examples of this special edition to India with AMG body kit, alloys and a high level of equipment. Having known that the target for the new M Class is 500 bookings in the whole year, that’s a pretty remarkable achievement! The reason has to be Mercedes’ strategy of sending vehicles to dealerships weeks before the official…

  • Volvo mulls S60 limousine variant for the Chinese market

    Kaustubh Shinde
    15 May 2012 | 10:16 am
    The Beijing Auto show saw a range of launches – everything from SUVs to sedans premiered at the show that attracted global media attention. But one special category that was exclusive to China was the LWB (Long Wheel Base) sedans. LWB or stretched versions of the existing sedans are quite popular in China. The Chinese love lots of leg space at the rear and because the Chinese market is such a high volume game, manufacturers, big and small, are more than happy to oblige the Chinese demands and make an exclusive variant. Most manufacturers have stretched versions of their existing cars…
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  • Volkswagen unveils CrossPolo Urban White

    George
    15 May 2012 | 4:04 am
    Volkswagen will be offering a special edition CrossPolo Urban White in Europe. German pricing for this special edition starts at €18,975. The CrossPolo Urban White features a white pearlescent exterior color, gloss black mirrors, tinted windows and 17-inch alloy wheels. Inside you will find sports seats finished with cloth/Alcantara, a black headliner, silver contrast stitching, [...]

  • Smart to launch escooter in 3014

    George
    14 May 2012 | 4:04 am
    Smart has announced plans to build a production version of the escooter concept that was unveiled back in. The production version will see the market launch in 2014. “The decision in favor of the escooter has been made,” announced Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars, on the sidelines of the [...]

  • 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 to pace Indianapolis 500 (Video)

    George
    14 May 2012 | 3:57 am
    A 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will lead the starting field of the 96th Indianapolis 500 to the green flag Sunday, May 27 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The ZR1 with 638 horsepower will be the most powerful production car ever to pace the race. This will be the 23rd time a Chevrolet has paced “The [...]

  • Toyota RAV4 EV priced at $49,800

    George
    14 May 2012 | 3:51 am
    Back in July 2010, Toyota and Tesla announced development of RAV4 EV. Last week Toyota revealed the highly anticipated all-new RAV4 EV at the 26th annual Electric Vehicle Symposium in Los Angeles. This all-electric RAV4 has an expected driving range of approximately 100 miles and charging time of approximately six hours on a 240V/40A charger. [...]

  • 2013 Cadillac ATS priced from $33,990

    George
    14 May 2012 | 3:43 am
    The all-new, rear-wheel-drive Cadillac ATS goes on sale this summer with prices starting at $33,990 for the 2.5L engine. “The ATS enters a vehicle segment this year that’s one of the most competitive in the market, from both a price and performance standpoint,” said Don Butler, vice president of Cadillac Marketing. “ATS will bring a [...]
 
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  • Mothers Day Weekend Special Edition: 10 Most Popular Cars for Moms

    Brandy S
    10 May 2012 | 11:53 pm
    Unless you're Octomom and require a schoolbus to transport your brood, if you're a mom, chances are you're probably driving either a Honda, Nissan, Subaru, or Volkswagen. And unless you have two or more kids, you're probably NOT driving a minivan. Just in time for Mother's Day, TrueCar.com has identified the 10 Most Popular Cars for Moms. Based on 2011 data received from women with children about the cars they drive, the findings place the Honda CR-V midsize SUV at the top of the list, followed by the Nissan Altima midsize sedan, Honda Odyssey minivan, Subaru Outback wagon, and Honda Pilot…

  • Hybrids, Electrics, and Alternatives! Oh My!

    AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women
    9 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    Hybrids vs. Alternative Fuel vs. Electric Cars: Which Helps You Save the Most Money?  Driving isn't exactly synonymous with living green and saving money. But with the ever-rising cost of gas, car manufacturers are looking to improve fuel economy and cut costs for owners. Electric, hybrid and alternative fuel cars are gaining popularity as a way to save money at the pump. Unfortunately, this problem isn't so simple. Saving money as a car owner isn't just about the current price of gas and how much is used. Other factors to consider include the cost of the car itself, the cost of electricity…

  • Graff Chevrolet Getting Facebook Right with Moms

    AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women
    7 May 2012 | 12:51 pm
    Graff Chevrolet is proud to serve the auto dealership needs of cities such as Bay City, Midland, Saginaw, Mount Pleasant, Essexville, Pinconning, Coleman, Sanford, Carrollton, Frankenmuth, St. Charles, Birch Run, and Zilwaukee. They provide exceptional customer service, a warm and friendly environment, are heavily involved in community events and recently completed their training to become AskPatty.com Certified Female Friendly®. Note: The population of Bay City Michigan is 33,780. Case Study Event: Facebook initiative aimed at reaching women and families to build stronger brand perception…

  • Women’s Purchasing Power Globally Exceeds 20 trillion

    AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women
    6 May 2012 | 2:50 pm
    This year’s 8th Annual M2W® – The Marketing To Women Conference, was a re-charge fo rme full of research, data, cases and companies that show how marketing-to-women makes great business sense. It was even suggested that “marketing-to-women” be called simply “marketing” after a research presentation based on interviews with 20,000 consumers worldwide revealed that women’s purchasing power globally exceeds 20 trillion.Some of the session that were very relevant to my readership, company, clients and the automotive sector included:Marketing A Male Dominated Category To Women -…

  • Two Wheels, One Passion: Women Riders Around the World Hit the Road with Harley

    AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women
    4 May 2012 | 7:56 am
    Motocicleta.  Motorad.  Moto.  While the word motorcycle may be spelled or pronounced differently by female riders around the globe, the emotions and empowerment they share when they twist the throttle of their own motorcycle is universal. On Friday, May 4, 2012, thousands of women riders from Milwaukee to Moscow will showcase their passion for the sport of motorcycling during the 6th Annual International Female Ride Day.  The event, founded by Vicki Gray of MOTORESS in Toronto, Canada, invites women riders around the world to “just ride” on May 4, a concept passionately supported by…
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  • Size matters for male and female car buyers

    admin
    7 May 2012 | 9:54 pm
    Some stereotypes are true. Men like V8s. Women like I4s. According to the third annual demographic study by TrueCar.com on the car buying habits of the sexes, men continue to fixate on size while women care about efficiency and price. The No. 1 brand for women – the brand with the highest percentage of female buyers [...]

  • Maserati retiring Kubang concept ahead of production debut at 2014 Detroit show

    admin
    6 May 2012 | 9:47 pm
    Say goodbye to the Maserati Kubang, and say hello to…well, we don’t know what it’ll be called yet, but we’ll be seeing it come January 2014. According to Automotive News Europe, Maserati will unveil the production version of its SUV – complete with a new name – at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show, a little over [...]

  • Aston Martin to offer Ultimate Edition before replacing the DBS

    admin
    5 May 2012 | 9:44 pm
    In the earlier part of the last decade, the king of the Aston Martin hill was a model called the Vanquish. More muscular than the DB7 it superseded, the Vanquish was offered first with a 450-horsepower V12, and then as the Vanquish S with 514 hp on tap. The flagship model from Newport Pagnell was replaced [...]

  • Bentley aims to sell 3K SUVs annually… including plug-in hybrid version

    admin
    4 May 2012 | 9:38 pm
    If you want a top-of-the-line SUV with serious performance capabilities, look no further than the Volkswagen Group. Its Porsche unit has had tremendous success with the Cayenne, a vehicle that has doubled its sales all on its own – and that’s not even accounting for the Volkswagen Touareg or Audi Q7 that share some of [...]

  • Ford rescue concept truck pressed into service to help tornado victims

    admin
    3 May 2012 | 9:32 pm
    From show floor to evacuation route, one concept vehicle got the chance to test it’s meddle in the real world. The Ford F-550 Super Duty Rescue Truck was created to demonstrate extreme rescue capabilities not actually use them. It first went on display in February at the Chicago Auto Show. But on April 3, with just two [...]
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  • Rally: Thierry Neuville in Qatar for New Zealand

    15 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    From wrc.com Nasser Al-Attiyah has been forced to miss next month's Rally New Zealand due to his training commitments for the London Olympics - but rising Belgian star Thierry Neuville will replace him in the Qatar World Rally Team. As well as contesting this year's FIA World Rally Championship powered by Nokia, Al-Attiyah is a regular in the Qatar Olympic team, representing his home nation in the skeet shooting competition. As the London Olympic Games draw near, the former Production Car world champion is unable to travel to the other side of the world for the Auckland-based round. Nasser…

  • NASCAR: Kurt Busch and various NASCAR crew members fined

    15 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Kurt Busch's burnout through his pit and Ryan Newman's on Saturday night in Darlington has resulted in a number of NASCAR fines and probations. NASCAR's verdict was a $50,000 fine and probation until July 25th. Additionally, Craig Stickler, a crew member of Busch team was fined $5,000 and placed on probation for interfering with the broadcast media. Tony Gibson, Ryan Newman's crew chief, was fined $5,000 and place on probation until June 25th, for failing to control his fueler, Andrew Rueger, who was also fined $5,000 and place on probation until June 25th for failing to “comply with a…

  • F1: Pirelli ready to supply qualifying tires in 2013

    15 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    From GMM Pirelli stands ready to supply special 'qualifying tires' to formula one teams next year. With the emphasis of the sport's spectacle now relying on the complex and heavily degrading control tires, it was the qualifying session that suffered last weekend in Barcelona. Arguably to the detriment of Saturday's spectacle, teams took an exceedingly strategic view of the fight for pole position, with some drivers sitting out the decisive 'Q3' runout altogether. One solution, according to Pirelli's chairman Marco Tronchetti Provera, is the return of 'qualifying tires'. Photo: Pirelli The…

  • F1: Jerome d'Ambrosio linked with Massa's 2012 seat

    15 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    From GMM Jerome d'Ambrosio is the latest name linked with struggling Felipe Massa's Ferrari race seat. While Mark Webber or Sergio Perez are the Maranello team's more likely longer term solutions, Ferrari may be looking simply for a stop-gap solution, having reportedly run out of patience for Brazilian Massa's lack of pace and results. The French sports daily L'Equipe named d'Ambrosio, the Belgian driver who lost his Virgin/Marussia seat at the end of last season. He is managed by Eric Boullier, and now Lotus' reserve driver. Also named as potential substitutes for Massa in recent days were…

  • F1: Toto Wolff rubbishes Bruno Senna axe reports

    15 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    From GMM Toto Wolff has rubbished suggestions Williams might soon replace Bruno Senna with the team's rising reserve driver Valtteri Bottas. Finnish commentator Mika Salo last weekend said that, following an interview with Sir Frank Williams, he sensed the team was thinking about ousting Senna in favour of 22-year-old Finn Bottas "this season". "That story is bullshit," Wolff, who is not only a 15 per cent Williams shareholder but also Bottas' manager, told Austria's Sportwoche. The reports, however, sounded credible, given Brazilian Senna's recent struggle at the wheel of the FW34, which in…
 
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  • VIDEO: 2013 Scion FR-S First Commercial

    Speedy Go
    16 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    ‘Sports is Back’…that’s the name of the first commercial (seen above) for the Scion FR-S. Given the sport car’s genuine sporty demeanor, that’s one title we won’t argue. It’s fitting, in fact, as few cars at its price point ($24,930

  • Next-Gen Infiniti G Coming in Spring 2013

    Kwame Owusu
    15 May 2012 | 3:54 pm
    Following a nice and lengthy private chat with the folks at Motor Trend not so long ago, Infiniti has revealed to Edmund’s Inside Line that the next-gen G Series will go on sale in the spring of 2013. Click here

  • New Chevrolet Trax Crossover Revealed, Heading to Paris Motor Show

    Kwame Owusu
    14 May 2012 | 12:14 pm
    Chevrolet has released the first official photo of the Chevrolet Trax crossover, which will make its official debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show in September. As Chevrolet’s version of the Buick Encore, the Trax is a subcompact crossover based

  • VIDEO: Lingenfelter Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Hits 202 MPH

    Speedy Go
    13 May 2012 | 9:00 am
    Lingenfelter made a monster out of a monster with the Lingenfelter Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. The video below shows the performance-tuned performance car hit an impressive 202 MPH. As a reminder, the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is powered by a LSA

  • Hybrid Ferrari Enzo Successor Coming

    Speedy Go
    13 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    Ferrari CEO Luca di Montezemolo stated in a press conference that the Italian exotic automaker will unveil the new Enzo at the end of 2012. The new supercar will be a limited series model and the company’s first-ever hybrid car.
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  • Green Car news: April 23-29

    Evelyn Kanter, Green Car Examiner
    21 Apr 2012 | 5:01 pm
    The week ahead in Green Car news --Nobel Peace Prize winner speaks to Chrysler workers,free access to subscriber-only Automotive News articles.Chrysleris hosting Polish labor organizer and Nobel Peace Prize winner Lech Walesa. The former Polish...

  • BMW, Toyota partner on lithium-ion EV battery research

    Evelyn Kanter, Green Car Examiner
    27 Mar 2012 | 11:07 am
    BMW and Toyota are joining forces to produce the next generation lithium-ion batteries for the electric cars they both have in the pipeline.In an announcement made jointly in Munich and Tokyo, the two automakers formally signed an agreement...

  • Terrafugia “Flying Car” to debut at 2012 NY Auto Show

    Evelyn Kanter, Green Car Examiner
    1 Mar 2012 | 9:49 am
    The Terrafugia “Flying Car” is a new breed of hybrid vehicle. It’s a plane. And, it’s a car. You can fly it, land it, fold up its wings, and drive...

  • NASCAR racers using E15 biofuel at Daytona 500

    Evelyn Kanter, Green Car Examiner
    26 Feb 2012 | 11:34 am
    Daytona 500 racers are using E15 biofuel. This is the second year NASCAR is using Sunoco Green E-15 to fuel engines. The ethanol uses Amnerican corn, and the biofuel mix kicks out 20 percent less greenhouse...

  • Super Bowl XLVI commercials are popular before the game

    Evelyn Kanter, Green Car Examiner
    3 Feb 2012 | 7:46 am
    Super Bowl Sunday also is famous for the quality of its TV commercials, including ads from automakers. And this year is no different, with innovative, headline making commercials from Honda, Volkswagen and Suzuki that are proving popular even...
 
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  • Flo Rida’s Ferrari California

    Celebrity Cars
    15 May 2012 | 7:59 am
    Flo Rida's been on a buying spree lately between his Bugatti, his matte black Ferrari 458 Italia and now this Ferrari California. Flo Rida posted the photo on his Facebook not too long ago and we're not so sure we're loving the paint job. Looks like he was trying to go for the same look [...] Related posts: Flo Rida Has Some Fun With His Ferrari 458 Flo Rida Adds A Ferrari 458 To His Collection Flo Rida Finds Another Bugatti

  • Forest Whitaker’s Blacked Out Porsche

    Celebrity Cars
    14 May 2012 | 7:13 am
    Forest Whitaker ran around town with his family this weekend in a blacked-out Porsche Panamera. We thought Forest only drove around in his boring Toyota Prius but I guess we were wrong! Wonder if he has any other blacked-out rides hiding in his garage. Related posts: Forest Whitaker’s Customized Toyota Prius Sandra Bullock’s Blacked Out [...] Related posts: Forest Whitaker’s Customized Toyota Prius Sandra Bullock’s Blacked Out Mercedes GL Justin Bieber’s Blacked-Out Smart Car

  • Mariah Carey’s New Personalized Mercedes-Benz SLK

    Celebrity Cars
    13 May 2012 | 8:07 am
    Mariah Carey was spotted out and about in her new Mercedes-Benz SLK with blacked out taillights, wheels and pink "M's" embroidered on the headrests. Apparently she received the car as a gift from her husband Nick Cannon. She had a friend do the driving for her though since she was obviously way too busy applying [...] Related posts: Nick Cannon Fills Up His Mercedes-Benz Mariah Carey And Nick Cannon: Rolls Royce Baby Transport Nick Cannon Rocks His G-Wagon On The Daily

  • Spotted: Salma Hayek In Her Husbands Ford GT

    Celebrity Cars
    12 May 2012 | 11:07 am
    Salama Hayek and her French billionaire husband, Francois-Henri Pinault were spotted leaving dinner in Pinault's Ford GT. This ride sure beats the Lexus RX hybrid we've spotted her in before! Related posts: Salma Hayek Rides Around In A Lexus Hybrid Spotted: Jack Black In A Lexus Hybrid Kate Bosworth’s Lexus Hybrid Related posts: Salma Hayek Rides Around In A Lexus Hybrid Spotted: Jack Black In A Lexus Hybrid Kate Bosworth’s Lexus Hybrid

  • Christina Milian Loves Her G-Wagon

    Celebrity Cars
    12 May 2012 | 9:06 am
    Christina Milian was all smiles as she walked back to her white Mercedes Benz G-Wagon. We've never spotted Christina in anything else before so much as we love G-Wagon's, maybe it's time for her to add another ride. What do you think? Related posts: Christina Milian is a Proud Member of the G-Wagon Mafia Christina [...] Related posts: Christina Milian is a Proud Member of the G-Wagon Mafia Christina Milian: Running Errands In Her G-Wagon Last Weeks Guess Who – Christina Milian
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  • Larry Doerr 66 Charger 1st Wing

    10 May 2012 | 10:08 am
    pictures by John Jackson/NotStock Photography of Houston 66 dodge charger with hand made steel Daytona style wing, many other modifiactions including removal of moulding and all emblems, added hand formed steels scoops  

  • Porsche Downtown Toronto

    10 May 2012 | 12:14 am
    Porsche Downtown Toronto during a test drive visit for a black 997 Carrera 4S (my next car). They had 2 911 Turbo S models, 3 911 Carrera Cabriolets (991) and 2 recent arrivals; 911 Carrera S Coupes (991).  

  • Mercedes Benz Downtown Toronto

    10 May 2012 | 12:04 am
    Mercedes Benz Downtown Toronto during a visit to test drive a C63 AMG Sedan.  

  • Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 in Cambridge

    2 May 2012 | 5:44 pm
    Orange Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Coupe in Cambridge at Beer Town restaurant.  

  • Black Audi R8 V10 in Guelph

    2 May 2012 | 5:35 pm
    Black Audi R8 V10 in Guelph parked at Harveys on Gordon street downtown Guelph, Ontario.  
 
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  • To Shun-film or not to Shun-Film?

    Sushil
    9 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    My Sun Filmed Swift The Indian Supreme Court probably wanted to take a break from looking at more weighty matters and chose to focus on a frivolous PIL submitted by someone who claims to represent the “Mango” People (Aam Aadmi). Supposedly sun film is the cause for all the law and order issues in the country and that it should be banned altogether – there is no legal % of visual light transmission that can be used. Only factory fitted tinted and laminated glass that conforms to the CMVR rules can be used. Legality apart -the sun film manufacture/sales industry supposedly…

  • Is This The Next Ford Mustang ?

    Sushil
    8 May 2012 | 11:57 pm
    International news on Zimbly Cars is a rare occurance but could not resist this one about speculation of the next Ford Mustang to incorporate styling cues of the Evos Concept from Inside Line. Inside Line has come up with some renderings that mash together existing Mustang design and the Evos Concept. The overall looks interesting though. (Rendered images of the blue Mustang on this page are from Inside Line website). Why am I bothered – well the Ford Mustang has held a special place in my mind always and has been a car I have wanted to own during my Detroit days. The reality of having…

  • Malayali Car Enthusiast to drive Tata Nano 25000 Km (Around India in 80 days) !

    Sushil
    4 May 2012 | 12:55 am
    Photo Source : www.manoetnano.com 1 Car Nut +  1 Wild Dream + 1 Tata Nano + 25000Km of Road  + 80 Days = Recipe for Epic Road Trip ? Definitely ! Kochi based auto enthusiast and long road trip geek  (among a long list lot of other illustrious achievements) Mr Thomas Chacko cooked up this dream road trip while editing the trip details of Suresh Joseph who covered all Indian state capitals and all zonal railway headquarters in a Maruti Swift.  Rather than do the same road trip he wanted to add some more excitement – by choosing to add in the farthest points of the country in all…

  • What to do – You are driving and hear a siren ?

    Sushil
    2 May 2012 | 8:30 pm
    This is one of the first of a series I hope to write covering some tips and tricks useful in general city traffic and driving  building in a flavour of road safety. Situation: You hear a siren while driving a car/two wheeler. What should you do ? Click on the image below for a flowchart on how to go about this.   Key Do’s: Switch off the music if playing in your vehicle and immediately determine the location of the siren. Safely and quickly do what is necessary to enable speedy movement of the vehicle to its destination Key Don’ts: Block the vehicles progress Chase after the…

  • Attention Bachelors: Create your Auto Themed Bucket List before its too late !

    Sushil
    1 May 2012 | 8:30 pm
    If your days of carefree life with minimal responsibilities(read- bachelorhood)  are numbered, do take some time to prioritize how you spend your last years/months/days. After the noose – you will be expected to involve the other half in pretty much everything and you  have to start thinking of a variety of things such as  - purchase of a residence, loans to be repaid (college/home), future family(if kids on the way), emergency funds, kids education funds, annual holidays, household expenses – maintenance / first time purchase or replacement of existing – TV, Fridge,…
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  • Undisguised 2014 Porsche Macan Caught Testing

    eagleweb
    16 May 2012 | 3:23 am
    The last time we have seen the Porsche Macan 2014 it was quite similar to Audi Q5. It was tested with much cravenness. Now, eventually, the model has slipped in its own look and we are actually seeing the new ...

  • The Audi TT Car Coming Out In 2014

    eagleweb
    15 May 2012 | 1:52 pm
    There is some information regarding 2014 Audi TT. In fact, there are much new details regarding the Audi car. It will be more paying attention on performance. The prototype will not move in on the R8, it will lessen the ...

  • 2014 Scion FR-S Convertible Version

    eagleweb
    14 May 2012 | 3:36 am
    A convertible version of the 2014 Scion FR-S/ Toyota GT – 86 has been given a green light. The version is expected to be launched in the year 2014. The convertible model will be built on the similar platform as ...

  • A New Audi A3 to Debut In 2014

    eagleweb
    13 May 2012 | 3:29 am
    A hybrid version will soon join Audi AG’s lineup for its restyled A3 in the year 2014. Audi has not stated what A3 body style will get the plug-in practical application. Audi is yet to officially confirm whether this model ...

  • The Audi Q2 (2013) Concept

    eagleweb
    12 May 2012 | 12:56 am
    According to the sources, Audi is reportedly making plans to prepare compact crossover in order to compete with the Nissan Juke. It is named as Audi Q. Auto Express picture rendering showing 2 candidates claimed that the appearance of Q3, ...
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  • Famous Water-Drenched Ferrari Enzo Resurrected

    Chris Nagy
    16 May 2012 | 3:48 am
      In September of last year, the annual Targa Newfoundland road rally in Canada gained viral video attention for the misadventure of an edo competition-prepared Ferrari Enzo Evolution XX. On the final day of the 6-day event in 2011, a yellow and black Enzo Evolution XX, owned and driven by Calgary businessman Zahir Rana was negotiating the 950-horsepower supercar around a left turn. Rana and navigator Roland Linder was coming up to speed along a road traveling alongside the Atlantic Ocean when the Ferrari Enzo Evolution XX oddly hopped over a hump in the road. Upsetting the supercar,…

  • Is Chevy Overprotective of the Equinox Crossover in US?

    Chris Nagy
    15 May 2012 | 11:38 pm
    Expanding their global product portfolio, Chevrolet announced the pending addition of a new crossover production vehicle. Being officially presented at the upcoming Paris Motor Show in September, the Chevrolet Trax is a compact crossover utility, five-passenger vehicle with what is said to be class-leading cargo capacity. Loosely based off a design concept as part of Chevrolet’s minicar show car collection in 2007, the production Trax employs a youthful, athletic style. Targeted for 140 countries including Mexico and Canada, one market where the Trax crossover is not expected to be sold…

  • Product Review: Roadmice Wireless Car Mouse

    Chris Nagy
    14 May 2012 | 11:46 pm
    It has been eluded to that the younger people are not embracing car ownership with the same value as they did 40-50 years ago. Expense after expense, the need to live smaller in this current society, fortunately technology has grown more compact to grant otherwise immobilized individuals with the ability roam a virtual expanse. Eager to apply my love for automobiles with my working lifestyle (where I write about automotive-related interests), a unique computer peripheral caught my eye. For the past 6 months, I have been navigating my computer with the Roadmice wireless car mouse. Buying one…

  • 2012 Jeep Wrangler Test Drive

    Lynn Buck
    14 May 2012 | 9:06 pm
    My first encounter with a Jeep Wrangler was a used 1990 with a hard top, straight 6, and a five speed.  It was a brute of a machine.  I could see daylight between the hard top and the full doors.  Needless to say it was noisy, drafty and not very comfortable on city streets let alone the highway.  Test driving it in the winter did not help.  Hard-core Jeep enthusiasts will call me wimpy, but while I enjoyed the idea the Wrangler in that it was both a convertible and a four-wheel drive vehicle, I needed a little more day-to-day comfort than what it could provide. The latest Wrangler has…

  • Macho Mercedes-Benz Power: BRABUS Bullit Coupe 800

    Chris Nagy
    13 May 2012 | 10:57 pm
      Although not the most active thought in the minds of this world, somewhere on this globe owners or perspective owners of the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe could be bored to tears by the mere 451-horsepower from the vehicle’s 6.2 liter V-8 engine. Along with the powerplant, maybe ponderings relating to the look of the two-door hardtop is also leaving luxury car customers craving an overall performance package to impassion the C63 AMG Coupe. For the poor souls seeking a more extravagant amount of engine output, experienced, award-winning German tuner BRABUS revealed a hyperactive version…
 
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  • BMW M3 M Performance Edition

    15 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Posted on 05.16.2012 04:00 by Kirby Filed under: BMW | coupe | UK | BMW 3-Series | sports cars | BMW M-series | special editions | BMW M3 | Cars | Car Reviews | BMW German automaker BMW is ratcheting up the promotion of their highly anticipated special edition M Performance models.We already got wind of a teaser video BMW UK released for the M5 M Performance Edition, but now it appears that it wasn’t the only teaser video BMW had in store for us. Shortly after releasing that video, the German automaker released another teaser vid, this time of the M3 M Performance Edition.For the M3…

  • Ferrari 458 Italia Spider "Perfetto" by Wheelsandmore

    15 May 2012 | 9:00 pm
    Posted on 05.16.2012 02:00 by Kirby Filed under: Ferrari | coupe | Supercars / Exotic cars | car tuning | Ferrari 458 | Cars | Car Reviews | Ferrari When you have a tuning program that’s being described as ’perfect’ the same way Wheelsandmore is calling the Ferrari 458 Italia Spider "Perfetto", then there’s some serious living up to do to justify that ’perfetto’ claim.The German tuner went to serious lengths to give the Italian supercar some serious modifications. On the outside, Wheelsandmore fitted the 458 Italia Spider with a plethora of new carbon fiber…

  • BMW 135is

    15 May 2012 | 5:00 pm
    Posted on 05.15.2012 22:00 by Simona Filed under: BMW | USA | coupe | convertible | BMW 1-Series | sports cars | Cars | Car Reviews | BMW The past few days have been pretty busy for BMW. First they unveiled the 3-Series Station Wagon and after it the 1-Series three-door and the M135i. And now the US market has received a new model to its 1-Series line-up: 135is offered in both coupe and convertible version. Prices will start from $44,145 for the coupe model and $48,845 for the convertible and sales are scheduled to begin this fall.The BMW 135is is powered by a TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter…

  • Lexus IS-F

    15 May 2012 | 3:00 pm
    Posted on 05.15.2012 20:00 by Simona Filed under: Lexus | sedan | industry news | rumors | Lexus IS | sports cars | future cars | Cars | Car Reviews | Lexus Lexus is already preparing the next generation IS and with the standard version will come a new IS-F model. The first details we have on the upcoming IS-F suggest that it will be offered with a 5.0 liter V8 engine that will deliver a total of 470 HP, making it a serious competitor for the BMW M3.The Lexus IS-F will measure 4,680 millimeters in length, 1,820 millimeters in width, and 1,400 millimeters in height. The new 5.0 liter V8 engine…

  • Ghia L6.4

    15 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    Posted on 05.15.2012 18:00 by Justin Cupler Filed under: Chrysler | USA | coupe | Celebrity Cars | classic cars | luxury cars | sports cars | muscle cars | special editions | auctions | Cars | Car Reviews | Others The Ghia L6.4 was just about as exclusive as you could get in the 1960s, as it was designed and built only for actors and other high rollers in Hollywood. The final of the 26 Ghia L6.4s ever built was built for one of the largest stars of that era, Dean Martin. Martin was not the only Rat Pack member to own a L6.4, as Frank Sinatra also owned one, as did other Rat Pack…
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  • Has the steering wheel thud returned?

    damazeen
    16 May 2012 | 3:30 am
    Would members who had the intermediate shaft replaced tell us if that cured the problem completely or has the "thud" feeling returned, especially when braking slow or over small road bumps.

  • For Sale - Yamaha Supercharged Jetski Bargain- Western Australia

    Sandman999
    16 May 2012 | 3:29 am
    Yamaha Supercharged Jetski - Urgent Sale - Bargain Item: 2009 Yamaha FZR Jetski, 1800cc Supercharged, $$$ Spent Condition: As New Condition, Usual scratches from jetty mooring etc. Always flushed every use. Other Info: Approx 360hp, aftermarket ECU (MOTEC), aftermarket Prop, seat, intercooler, air intake, grate, prop, pump etc. Licenced for another 8 months on deluxe dunbier trailer with spare wheel, Any viewing will not disappoint. Serviced Contact: PM Me or 0468418007 for Pictures and more information Price: $12,000 Open to All Offers Selling for House Purchase.

  • Bling lights LED Fog Lamps WK2

    Mgardner
    16 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Saw these Bling lights LED Fog Lamps Driving Lights Foglamps on ebay and was wondering what everybody thinks? Can i directly hook wire them up or do need something in between them? thanks http://www.ebay.com/itm/2011-2012-20...568a34&vxp=mtr

  • NEW black & blue leather w/blue stitching Grant steering wheel is ON!

    Scottina06
    15 May 2012 | 10:12 pm
    Very easy to do on the 2011+ Durango... tools needed----- *trim stick *20 torx driver *10mm socket *10mm torx bit FIRST---DISCONNECT the negative terminal from the battery using 10mm socket! The battery is located under the passenger seat of the durango/grand cherokee! Gather tools! 2-use trim stick to pry open two small covers on each side of wheel...just to the left and right of the audio controls. Use 10mm socket to remove each bolt. Airbag will pop off. Remove small black harness from bag. next remove two yellow harnesses from bag. Each harness plug has an orange rectangle on top....use…

  • Anyone in Houston (medical center area)?

    AcidCold
    15 May 2012 | 9:29 pm
    Trying to find someone that has lived in the area long enough to determine a safe living area, if you are from here and have knowledge of Houston, please pm ME. Thanks
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  • 830-hp BMW M5 E60 by G-Power

    Arman Barari
    16 May 2012 | 5:42 am
    BMW tuner G Power has big plans for the new M5 F10, but they just took a break from working on that car for a celebration. The cause if delivery of the 100th M5 E60 Hurricane. G Power Hurricane M5s, as you know, are among the fastest sedans in the world and have many official records in the bag. It is a very remarkable milestone for the tuning company. The celebratory model is based on the Hurricane RR, but instead of 800 hp, it gets 830 hp. The car’s designated codename is RRs. This baby blue M5 is powered by a deeply modified version of the glorious V10 engine, equipped with the…

  • Hennessey Ford GT Set New 1/2 Mile Record: 212.9 MPH

    Arman Barari
    16 May 2012 | 3:35 am
    Bored with the quarter mile challenges, Mark Heidaker took his ridiculously painted, Hennessey-powered Ford GT to the Houston Half Mile Shootout. Standing Half a mile seems much more fun to us, as the car can reach incredible speeds. And that is exactly what this GT did. Driven by Sean Kennedy, the car clocked a mind-boggling 212.9 mph. Kudos to Hennessey for the job they’ve done on the GT’s engine. That supercharged V8 might belong to the Lightning pickup truck, but boy is it meaty! GT1000 Twin Turbo / Supercharged Upgrade Includes: • Twin 67 mm Ball Bearing Turbos •…

  • Video: 2013 Ford Taurus SHO In Action

    Arman Barari
    16 May 2012 | 3:08 am
    Granted, as far as family sedans go, Ford Taurus is not the best there is. But there’s no denying the car is blessed with that warm fuzzy feeling all Ford cars have, especially in SHO guise. Fitted with the SHO Performance Package, the Taurus becomes two cars in one. On one hand, it’s a large, dignified saloon to go to your meeting in or take the kids to school, and on the other it’s a road-ripping mentalist. That is the subject of this new promo video Ford has released for the car. They take the car to Grattan Raceway in Belding, Mich. and put it in action to showcase what…

  • 2013 Scion FR-S Gets Its First Commercial

    Arman Barari
    16 May 2012 | 2:52 am
    With only a few weeks remaining until the launch of the Scion FR-S in America, the marketing department gets busy with commercials. They’re not messing around. In this first ad, titled ‘Sport Is Back,’ they get right down to the business showing the car in some serious action. This is what the new Japanese sports car is all about; the joys of aggressive driving on great back roads. The sideways stuff are a bit exaggerated though. Apart from the badge, the FR-S is the same as the BRZ and GT86 – its siblings from Subaru and Toyota. It gets the same looks, the same sort…

  • Honda Unveils UNI-CUB Mobility Thingy

    Arman Barari
    16 May 2012 | 2:29 am
    The Japanese are adamant the future of personal mobility is an electric chair. Honda just announced a new one of these wheelchairs called UNI-CUB, an evolution of the 2009 U3-X. Alright, so this thing’s way more than just a wheelchair. It features Honda’s own omni-directional driving wheel system that allows you change direction simply by shifting your weight. Clever stuff. The rider sits upright on a comfortable saddle and can move forward, backward, side-to-side and diagonally, thus controlling the direction of travel. When the rider is using weight shift control, UNI-CUB’s…
 
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  • Flag for Missouri plate number YC7-P7B (MAZDA RX-8) - Pin Head

    15 May 2012 | 7:54 pm
    Driving way in excess of the posted speed limit on a city street, passing me on the right in a right-turn only lane and then pulling in front of me without a turn-signal while nearly catching my front fender. You have a seriously flawed opinion of your importance and driving skills.

  • Flag for Missouri plate number UC3-S8F (DODGE Caravan) - Entitled 20-something

    15 May 2012 | 7:48 pm
    I want to apologize for nearly t-boning you today. I know you never saw me while you ran a red-light and pulled in front of me while talking on your phone. I guess I didn't know that traffic rules didn't apply to you. I'll know better next time and just not hit the brakes.

  • Flag for Massachusetts plate number R411 (SAAB 95) - Blinker

    15 May 2012 | 10:29 am
    I guess this person just does NOT believe in directionals.. because it was NEVER used for the course of 5 miles following him. And believe me there was opportunity to use it.

  • Flag for Virginia plate number 208814 (Other Compact ) - Left lane blocker

    15 May 2012 | 2:32 am
    Another brainless idiot camped in the passing lane, passing nobody. This dumb bitch dove over to the right at the last second to catch the exit for I-81 south, after holding up traffic in the left lane for almost ten miles. Hey, STUPID! Left lane=PASSING lane, right lane=cruising lane. Got it? STAY RIGHT WHEN NOT PASSING, DUMBASS.

  • Flag for California plate number 6AQT115 (HONDA Pilot) - Dangerous and incompetent

    14 May 2012 | 3:59 pm
    This flat out idiot was approaching Mary Ave, westbound on Central Expressway. Traffic was backing up in the left lane, clearly visible from far off. This unbelievably inept driver put his/her left turn signal on, and came to a DEAD STOP in the right lane, waiting to merge 2 lanes over to turn left at Mary. This is 50mph zone, and the consequence of this stupidity was that cars were passing on the right, going over the solid white line, to get around this tool. There easily could have been an ugly accident. The only thing that surprised me about the whole incident was that the driver wasn't…
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  • Sport Is Back: 2013 Scion FR-S Commercial Debut

    Malcolm Hogan
    15 May 2012 | 7:42 pm
    The new Scion FR-S, along side of the Subaru BRZ, will be among the most affordable new rear-wheel-drive sports cars around. To demonstrate the sportiness that can be had for just over 24 grand, Scion has released its new FR-S commercial reiterating how the ‘Sport Is Back’. All together, the new 2013 Scion FR-S commercial seems to be well thought-out and enthusiast driven. Even the drift action will raise the eyebrows of non-carbuffs who may cultivate a desire within them to check out the most exciting thing to hit a Toyota/Scion dealership showroom in a very long time. The new 2013 Scion…

  • Porsche Cancels Plans For A Sub-Boxster Roadster: Report

    Kurt Ernst
    15 May 2012 | 2:30 pm
    Porsche's latest Boxster. Image: Porsche AG When it comes to reports about future models from Porsche, here’s a bit of free advice: believe about half of what you hear. Earlier this year, sources reported that Porsche had stopped work on an entry-level sports car that was to slot in below the Boxster. Why? Because the sales gains wouldn’t offset the dilution of the brand, and because Porsche (at that moment, anyway) had its eyes on higher-end, higher-performance models with larger profit margins. Fast forward to March, when Porsche insisted that the sub-Boxster, code named the 551,…

  • Video Footage of Horrific Ferrari 599 GTO Crash in Singapore Captured On Dash Cam

    Malcolm Hogan
    15 May 2012 | 11:28 am
    Earlier this past weekend, a horrific crash between a rare Ferrari 599 GTO and a taxi cab claimed three lives. The accident took place on an intersection where the Ferrari allegedly ran a traffic light with excessive speed crashing into a taxi cab full of passengers. The unfortunate circumstances of this accident bring about a harsh reality of those who fail to obey the rules of the road. Just recently, a video of this incident taking place was posted online from the dashboard cam of some very lucky individuals crossing the same intersection. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families…

  • Hennessey-Tuned Ford GT Breaks Standing Half-Mile Record: Video

    Kurt Ernst
    15 May 2012 | 8:30 am
    Sean Kennedy, about to drive Mark Heidaker's Ford GT into the record books. The concept is pretty simple: find a straight, wide and under-utilized concrete runway, preferably as long as possible. Invite the fastest cars and bikes you can find to drop the hammer for a set distance, usually a half or full mile, and document the results. That was the recipe for success followed by last weekend’s Houston Half Mile, which builds on the success of similar events such as the Texas mile. At last Saturday’s Houston Half Mile event, Mark Heidaker’s 2,000 horsepower Ford GT (tuned by…

  • Bentley Boss Dürheimer Reassigned To Audi: Report

    Kurt Ernst
    14 May 2012 | 2:30 pm
    Bentley's Continental GT V8. Image: Bentley Motors The Volkswagen Group currently encompasses an impressive number of automobile brands, including (off the top of our head) Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda, Bentley, Bugatti and to some degree, Porsche. Given that broad a family lineup, you’d expect see the occasional management shakeup between brands. That’s allegedly the case with Bentley and Bugatti head Wolfgang Dürheimer, who Autoblog (via Automotive News Europe, subscription required) reports will soon be moving to Audi. Dürheimer will be replacing Audi’s development chief, Michael…
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  • 2014 Now Possible Date for New Mahindra Pickup

    9 May 2012 | 8:19 am
    Edmunds is reporting that Mahindra is working on a completely revised Mahindra pickup which will possibly come to the US. Anyone else still holding their... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Mahindra Wins Arbitration Against Global Vehicles

    10 Mar 2012 | 8:48 pm
    Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd announced yesterday that a London arbitration panel has ruled in favor of the Indian conglomerate, and dismissed claims by US-based Global Vehicles that an exclusive US... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Ssangyong Brand Could Represent Mahindra in USA

    30 Jan 2012 | 6:33 pm
    After enduring much abuse about our Mahindra/Navistar/Alabama story over a month ago, there has still been no official announcement on the actual purpose of the facility being leased by Navistar in... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Mahindra Reva Settles US Lawsuit: Reva Dead in New York, Alive in Alabama?

    16 Jan 2012 | 7:33 am
    Syracuse.com reported yesterday that Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd settled it's lawsuit with US-based Bannon Automotive back in August of 2011.  As reported a little over a year ago, Bannon... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Mahindra Press Release Full of Holes

    20 Dec 2011 | 11:02 pm
    Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd hastily issued a press release on Saturday in response to the Mahindra Planet post from Thursday regarding the possible assembly of Mahindra pickup trucks in a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
 
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  • Ford and Chrysler offer military families greater incentives for new car buying

    Ruth Manuel-Logan, Autos Examiner
    15 May 2012 | 10:42 pm
    Memorial Day is just around the corner so up until May 28, Ford and Chrysler are offering military personnel some pretty solid deals on new vehicles. The Ford Military Appreciation sale which deducts $1,000 off...

  • 2012 Range Rover Evoque

    Ruth Manuel-Logan, Autos Examiner
    14 May 2012 | 3:39 pm
    I could not contain my excitement when I laid eyes on the 2012 Range Rover Evoque. It is the smallest, lightest, most fuel-efficient Range Rover yet produced but don't let its size fool...

  • Kia kills Sedona for 2013, plans 2014 model

    Ruth Manuel-Logan, Autos Examiner
    8 May 2012 | 7:20 am
    The Korean car manufacturer Kia has put the brakes on their seven-passenger minivan Sedona for 2013 but has announced that there will very likely be a new version in 2014 according to the Car...

  • Study says obese drivers have greater chance of dying in car crash

    Ruth Manuel-Logan, Autos Examiner
    4 May 2012 | 9:48 pm
    It's no secret that those individuals who are overweight suffer an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke and a host of other cardiovascular-related illnesses. Now researchers at the University of Buffalo have recently discovered...

  • Are you at risk for driver's left arm skin cancer?

    Ruth Manuel-Logan, Autos Examiner
    3 May 2012 | 8:48 pm
    The heat is on and many of us will be hitting the road in our vehicles this summer. How many of us give a first, or even a second thought to how the sun's rays could...
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  • Gas Prices Around the World – May 2012

    Andy Grossman
    15 May 2012 | 5:02 pm
    Gas prices are always a hot topic this time of year. The coming out of the summer sun increases our need for mobility to do the activities we yearn for to get in shape, tan, and in the water. And simple economics explain this augmented demand with the higher numbers at the pump. Too often though we Americans complain about how much we pay for gasoline.  In reality (defined as within the context of the greater Western world) we drive more and pay much less. The average Norwegian is spending an average price of $9.55 per gallon of petrol these days. Yet for some reason people place an…

  • Spotlight: Michelin HydroEdge with Green X

    Stacie Schwartz
    14 May 2012 | 3:36 pm
    Eco-friendly tires are the future and the latest upgrade to automobiles. These tires were originally for hybrids. Now these tires are readily available for all vehicles. The Michelin HydroEdge with Green X is a well-rated energy efficient tire that was designed for long tread wear and low rolling resistance. The tire was designed to save on fuel costs and has a 90,000-mile tread life warranty. This warranty has a 50% longer life than similar sized tires, which will also save consumers money. The tire has good hydroplaning resistance and traction to work on wet roads and even in light snow.

  • Today’s Gas Tax Is Unsustainable

    Bob Leonard
    11 May 2012 | 8:38 am
    Would stricter fuel economy rules bankrupt transportation funding in America? The Congressional Budget Office seems to think so, but environmentalists are quick to say that the system was hurtling toward bankruptcy anyway. Under a new rule proposed by the NHTSA and the EPA, CAFE standards are expected to raise the average fuel economy of the new-vehicle fleet from 34.1 miles per gallon — the average anticipated for 2016 and beyond under current standards — to 49.6 mpg. That’s fantastic news for the environment, but for those counting on gas consumption to pay for essential…

  • Green Filter Promotion Ends Sunday

    Tia Scott
    10 May 2012 | 4:25 pm
    Our friends at Green Filter USA are giving us five permanent air filters for the latest promotion. That means you have five chances to win! And it’s coming to a close on Sunday, May 13th. It’s time to stop replacing paper air filters. For good. Clean, free-flowing air is critical to your engine’s performance. Green Filter USA permanent air filters are engineered to maximize air flow while trapping harmful dirt particles as small as five microns using a tightly interwoven cotton medium. The result of this race-proven technology is increased horsepower, greater torque, and better fuel…

  • Hypermilers Set Fuel-Economy Record

    Bob Leonard
    10 May 2012 | 2:37 pm
    John and Helen Taylor, the Australian hypermilers who made news in the United States in 2009 by averaging 67.9 miles per gallon in a tour of the 48 contiguous states, recently added another record to their considerable tally. The couple drove 1,626.1 miles in a 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI SE from Houston to Sterling, Va., breaking the Guinness record for the longest drive in a passenger car on a single tank of diesel fuel. They departed May 3 and passed through nine states, averaging 84.1 miles per gallon during the excursion, and finished on May 5. See full post here.
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  • JE DESIGN Scorpio: new trend in wheels!

    admin
    10 May 2012 | 6:35 pm
    With its new JE DESIGN Scorpio one-piece aluminum alloy wheel, the Volkswagen specialist from Leingarten is going to set a whole new trend. The innovative design with five double spokes modeled on the shape of a scorpion claw is available with a matte-black and matte-silver front starting at 298 EUR. It is available for nearly all of the vehicles from the Volkswagen Group with TÜV certificate and the original wheel bolts and wheel locks can be used. A 7.5 x 18 inch wheel is available for the VW Polo, Seat Ibiza or the Audi A3 and VW Golf for 298 EUR. The 8 x 19 inch size has a recommended…

  • Wagenwerks’ Worthersee Tour 2011

    admin
    1 May 2012 | 11:05 am
    Wagenwerks’ Wörthersee Tour 011 DVD is now available for sale, after all pre-orders have been shipped. Like every year, the Team from Wagenwerks has released a great DVD from Europe's largest Volkswagen/Audi enthusiast event. If you want to preview the DVD, take a look at this movie. Show footage, car profiles, and partying. It's all here. And it makes this our best Wörthersee Tour yet! you can buy it here. It costs $17 and it ships worldwide. Click here to view the embedded video. подаръци

  • Rub’n'Roll series – fit mess

    admin
    15 Apr 2012 | 10:43 am
    This is a great movie from the Rub'n'Roll series with a black VW Golf with 18'' golf XXR 527 Wheels. Click here to view the embedded video.

  • Volksrodder

    admin
    14 Apr 2012 | 5:10 pm
    This is a 52-VW-Beetle in Bonneville-style with a 700 hp Chevy engine. I was born in 1952... My brothers survived the war and the darkest hours in history I saw the Wall rising - and falling I joined revolutions, felt love and hate... I almost died at the junkyard... Now i am back as a Hot Rod! My name is VOLKSRODDER Click here to view the embedded video.

  • BILSTEIN VW Golf Mk 6 B12 Pro-Kit Chassis Upgrades

    admin
    13 Apr 2012 | 4:10 pm
    BILSTEIN, the respected German suspension manufacturer, has released a version of its much-vaunted BILSTEIN B12 matched spring and damper package for VW’s iconic Mk6 Golf. The BILSTEIN B12 packages consist of four Eibach Pro-Kit springs and four matched BILSTEIN dampers, making for the ultimate ‘real-world’ handling upgrade that balances unparalleled ride quality with exemplary handling and poise. The well proven set-up offers a drop of approximately 30-35mm. If preferred, the BILSTEIN B12 kit can also be ordered with Eibach ‘Sportline’ springs which will lower the recipient vehicle…
 
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  • STAR OF THE DAY: 1927 CHEVROLET -THE FIRST GENERATION TOW TRUCK

    13 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    STAR OF THE DAY: 1927 CHEVROLET -THE FIRST GENERATION TOW TRUCK The horseless carriages of the early 20th Century had one ironic drawback...when they broke down they usually came home behind a horse. A guy named Ernie Holmes saw a need for something more high-tech than a Clydesdale to haul sick Model Ts back to a garage (or livery stable) so he invented the tow truck. The early ones were like this 1927 Chevy. They were cobbled together out of donor vehicles and put into service on an as-needed basis. If your town had 2 only Model Ts you were probably looking at the back end of a horse. By…

  • THE DEATH OF AN AMERICAN AUTOMOTIVE LEGEND: CARROLL SHELBY TAKES A FINAL LAP

    11 May 2012 | 9:08 pm
    The death of Carroll Shelby will be felt by every car guy in the world. The man was a mythical figure for every guy who ever dreamed of brute force sports cars that had British looks and Detroit muscle under the hood. The man served his country during World War Two as an Army Air Corps volunteer who became a test pilot, a risky career choice that required steel-willed daredevils to survive the program. But Shelby was primarily known as a race car driver and designer for those of us who elevated him to a legend.

  • IS IT TIME TO SHORTEN THAT HEALING LINE OF OLD CARS?

    7 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Let's assume that you are not Jay Leno, therefore you probably do not have a giant mountain of disposable income to throw at a restoration project. Let's assume that you also do not have a well-paid world class team of builders and fabricators on your personal annual payroll like Leno's team. Let's assume that it is highly unlikely that you will live to be a hale and hearty 465 years old and acquire a serious list of valuable automotive restoration skills along the way.

  • MAY 2012:ALL IN THE FAMILY-A 1969 CAMARO SPENDS ITS ENTIRE LIFE WITH ONE FAMILY

    1 May 2012 | 8:54 pm
    Doug Hougestal is only the second owner of his first car. His older brother purchased this 1969 Camaro brand new out of the box 43 years ago before he sold it to Doug in 1973. The brother to brother transaction cost Doug 2500 bucks at the time for the Camaro.

  • MAY 2012: 1964 FORD FAIRLANE 2 DOOR HARDTOP-AT THE HEART OF EVERY FORD GUY IS A FORD

    1 May 2012 | 12:03 am
    Keith Prior is a hardcore Ford guy. He's owned them forever, he's sold them for a Ford dealership, he drives them daily and Ford is his choice for collector cars. Last year he acquired this particular example – a 1964 Ford Fairlane. So far it's been a very successful partnership.
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  • MANSORY Ferrari 458 Spider Monaco Edition

    Car Session
    16 May 2012 | 4:52 am
    Mansory has released more detail referring to their limited Monaco Edition treatment for the Ferrari 458 Spider. This program which is restricted to just 3 vehicles makes the open top version Ferrari 458 lighter (- 60 Kg approximately) due to the usage of high-strength carbon fiber and also increases the engine output to 590 HP (434 kW) and 560 Nm of torque via an optimised ECU, a sports air filter and a sports exhaust. Continuare: MANSORY Ferrari 458 Spider Monaco EditionMore Ferrari Car News on Car Session

  • G Power M5 HURRICANE RRs with 830 HP

    Car Session
    16 May 2012 | 4:27 am
    Even though they are offering a power program for the current M5 F10 that takes performance up to 640 horses, G Power's most impressive work is still based on the previous generation M5. This time the German tuner announced that they have fitted the 100th M5 with their HURRICANE power kit. In order to celebrate that, this jubilee model is called the M5 HURRICANE RRs, and instead of 800 HP (588 kW) the engine has been optimized even further to deliver in extra 30 horses for a total of 830 HP. Continuare: G Power M5 HURRICANE RRs with 830 HPMore BMW Car News on Car Session

  • Chevrolet Trax Announced

    Car Session
    14 May 2012 | 8:47 am
    Chevrolet has scheduled the premiere of an all-new small sport utility vehicle for this year's Paris Motor Show in September. This new SUV which will be sold in more than 140 countries will be called the Chevrolet Trax, and will offer generous space to five passengers and their luggage. Continuare: Chevrolet Trax AnnouncedMore Chevrolet Car News on Car Session

  • Mercedes C63 AMG Estate by Edo Competition

    Car Session
    14 May 2012 | 4:55 am
    EDO Competition has designed a new power kit for the high-revving engine in the Mercedes C 63 AMG. This time the version that was preferred was the estate, and the upgrades comprise from a new high-performance exhaust system, new exhaust headers, high-flow catalytic converters, new air filters, revised engine electronics and a removal of the top speed governor. Continuare: Mercedes C63 AMG Estate by Edo CompetitionMore Mercedes Car News on Car Session

  • 2013 Mini John Cooper Works GP

    Car Session
    14 May 2012 | 2:55 am
    MINI has unveiled their fastest ever model, the John Cooper Works GP special. The car which remains a mystery at this point as far as how many horses it can develop, has managed to lap the famous Nurburgring track in Germany in just 8 minutes 23 seconds, which means it is approximately 19 seconds faster than the previous JCW GP model that used a 1.6-litre unit producing 210 HP/244 Nm. Continuare: 2013 Mini John Cooper Works GPMore Mini Cooper Car News on Car Session
 
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  • Mercedes-Benz launched the C-Class Edition 30

    14 May 2012 | 2:51 am
    Mercedes-Benz Australia is celebrating 30 years of the German brand’s entry-level luxury car with the special ‘Edition 30’ package for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The $3390 Edition 30 pack is available on the C200 and C200 CDI variants. It includes 17-inch alloy wheels, sunroof, Comand system with satellite navigation and a reversing camera, saving customers more than $3000 if they ordered the options individually. The Edition 30 option takes the price of the C200 sedan to $61,990 and the C200 CDI sedan to $64,290 before on-road costs. Read more...

  • Ferrari 458 Italia | Evolution 2 MotorSport Tuning

    14 May 2012 | 2:26 am
    A tuned version of the Ferrari 458 Italia was released by the guys from Evolution 2 MotorSport. Named "458 Italia Emozione", the tuning kit comes in 2 tones, blue and silver and it's powered by a 4.5 L V8 engine generating 602 horse power. Evolution 2 MotorSport decided to add a new front splitter, mirror caps, chrome finished air duct, rear spoiler and rear deffuser and a custom 21-inch alloys. Read more...

  • Discount Porsche Canceled. Again

    12 May 2012 | 3:42 am
    Good news for armchair brand strategists: Porsche’s race to the bottom (of the price range) has been cancelled. There will be no entry-level roadster below the Boxster, Porsche CEO Wolfgang Müller told the Stuttgarter Zeitung today. It’s not that there won’t be lots of new customers for the bargain-Porsche. Current customers don’t want their... Read more...

  • Quotations From Chairman Carlos Ghosn

    12 May 2012 | 2:59 am
    Ford wanted to hire Carlos Ghosn instead of Mulally. Ghosn said no. Kerkorian wanted Ghosn to save GM, Wagoner prevented it. For you, dear TTAC reader, Carlos Ghosn is available.Chief of Nissan and Renault, Ghosn is the ultimate rock star of the industry. He is the master of the unprepared remark. Any of his statements, delivered with... Read more...

  • Fuel Prices - Daily Index 5.12.2012

    12 May 2012 | 2:38 am
    ...Read more http://www.pheedcontent.com/click.phdo?i=d3f47ce23a03a43faeb4f96186941972
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    Nick's Car Blog

  • B7 Audi A4, S4 and RS4 LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

    Nick
    28 Apr 2012 | 3:32 pm
    I just finished installing LEDs on my B7 Audi S4 and wanted to share some pics and a quick DIY if you want to do it yourself. Above I’ve pictured the before & after, as you’ll see you get rid of that yellow-ish halogen with a super bright & clean cool white color from the LED. It takes about 10-20 minutes to install and luckily you don’t have to remove the bumper or headlights to install, you just have to wiggle your hands a bunch. Here’s what you’ll need for the conversion: 2 BA15s Bayonet Bulbs (one for each side): 2 10-15 watt, 25 ohm resistors (one…

  • RS4 Grille + Lower Grilles Installed (plus other goodies)

    Nick
    23 Apr 2012 | 9:41 pm
    I’ve owned the car just over two months, and as you might imagine I’ve wasted very little time in putting my personal touches on it and installing both aftermarket and OEM parts to enhance its looks and performance. I was lucky that a few of the aesthetic mods swapped over from my B7 A4, such as the Spoonfed Tuning Cupra R lip and the RS4 grille. I also did the (nearly free) clear corner mod, then I had my favorite body shop, Phoenix Collision and Custom Paint, match the trunk strip and paint the lower valence and filler plate matte black. I took some photos and will share more…

  • B7 Audi Clear Corner Mod

    Nick
    14 Apr 2012 | 2:01 pm
    I recently did the clear corner mod for my newly acquired S4 and now that I’ve done this mod four different times (twice for myself, twice for friends), I felt it was long overdue to write-up my process and share some tips. It’s not a tricky mod per say, but it does require you to take the bumper off so it does take some time and patience to line up everything back up when you’re done. The basics are pretty easy – remove headlights, use a hair dryer or heat gun to loosen the glue, pull the headlight lens off, remove the amber reflector, replace with a clear reflector…

  • How to fit an RS6 Grille on a B7 A4, S4 or RS4 (All Mesh – No Filler Plate)

    Nick
    7 Apr 2012 | 11:33 am
    This is a REALLY cool mod submitted to me by a reader and all-around cool guy Richard Edwards (aka BigRich). He did this on his car and was nice enough to write-up the process and share it with us. This should work on any B7 including the non-s-line version, but is pictured above in the S-line/S4 bumper. First, you need to buy an RS6 Grille. They’re not cheap, especially here in the US, but if you search on eBay or call your dealership they can be found. Next you need to cut the RS6 grille away from the surround. I used a small hack saw blade and taped it up with some…

  • 19″ wheels on stock B7 Audi S4 Suspension

    Nick
    11 Mar 2012 | 8:34 pm
    I was going to wait until after I got coilovers installed, but I got the itch to install my 19″ BBS CH Black Editions wheels this weekend and went ahead and gave it a shot. Normally I strongly recommend doing suspension before wheels, as it will make the wheels look 10x better, but at the same time it was killing me to just have a set of 19″ wheels sitting in my house unmounted. I also saw this thread on Audizine and saw a few cars on stock suspension but 19″ aftermarket wheels that didn’t look too bad, so I gave it a shot. I LOVE how the color combo worked out and…
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  • Rosberg Says Title Still Possible

    Ryan
    16 May 2012 | 5:25 am
    The Spanish Grand Prix was a difficult one for Mercedes AMG Petronas; Michael Schumacher retired after a lap 12 collision with Bruno Senna (and subsequently penalized for Monaco), and Nico Rosberg lost fifth place near the end after some tire problems. Still, Rosberg says the championship is right there within his grasp. The thing is, with Pastor Maldonado claiming his maiden F1 victory last weekend, many of the other title contenders did not gain much headway in the standings. Fernando Alonso’s second-place finish allowed him to tie Sebastian Vettel at the top. Both have 61 points, and…

  • New M-Class Launched in India

    Ryan
    16 May 2012 | 5:08 am
    The third generation of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV was launched recently in India, and it comes with exciting news that the vehicle will be priced some 15 percent less compared to the last iteration seen in the country. This allows the German automaker to be competitive with the prices offered by BMW and Audi for vehicles in the same segment. BMW has managed to leapfrog Mercedes-Benz for the lead in India’s luxury car market, and the latter is already at risk of losing the second spot to Audi. The repriced M-Class line should help contribute to Mercedes-Benz’s efforts to regain…

  • A 60-Year Old Drives the Mercedes C63 AMG

    Clarissa
    15 May 2012 | 7:56 pm
    Running a quarter mile in just 11 seconds is not an impossible feat for the Mercedes C63 AMG. However, this video is interesting because of who’s driving the car. A 60-year old woman who adores drag racing is behind the wheels of the super car. You read that right, 60-year old and drag racing. Doesn’t looks like these phrases could be together eh? But yes, in this clip, you can definitely watch this woman who even shared what’s in her Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG before she joined her husband, who I suppose is as old as she (or close?), on the track. The hubby drives a Dodge Viper.

  • Mobile Rate Calculator by Mercedes-Benz Bank

    Clarissa
    15 May 2012 | 7:53 pm
    Calculate finance and lease payments for Mercedes-Benz cars anywhere?You can do that with the new tablet or smartphone app that can be downloadedfrom http://eff.m.mercedes-benz-bank.de/! This application works best for people who are already interested in a Merc car, for example, the person is in the showroom of a dealership. What the app does is it scans the price tag QR code of the car and then brings the information directly to the mobile rate calculator. Lease offers can also be computed as run time, mileage and payment can be altered. A customer can finance a lease with the right monthly…

  • Get a Load of Edo Competition’s C63 AMG Wagon

    Ryan
    15 May 2012 | 10:52 am
    Edo Competition refreshes its take on the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, getting a bit more performance out of the car’s wagon version. The German tuner took the vehicle from a stock 457 horsepower into a beast with a whopping 600 horsepower. How was this achieved? There are a bunch of high-performance upgrades made to the car, including the exhaust headers, air filters, catalytic converter, exhaust system, and other engine electronics. In addition to that, the tuner also took out the top-speed limiter on the vehicle, allowing it to go for a top speed of 213 mph or 343 kph and giving it a…
 
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  • Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy Provides Teen Driver Education

    24 Apr 2012 | 12:08 pm
    Most parents want their teen drivers to have a “safe car” as their first car, but even the safest cars in the world cannot protect a young, inexperienced driver who has not been properly trained. This is one of the ideas that led to the creation of the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy in Los Angeles. Mercedes-Benz’s academy is a state-certified teen driver training and education center. The program includes 30 hours of interactive online courses, classroom sessions, and workshops to help familiarize new drivers with situations and rules of the road before getting behind the…

  • Lamborghini Contemplates Introducing an Extreme SUV

    23 Apr 2012 | 10:04 am
    Wanting to create a vehicle as uniquely identifiable as their Gallardo and Aventador, Lamborghini plans to expand their brand to a different customer segment by introducing an SUV as their third model.  The Lamborghini Urus concept was put together after studying the Porsche Cayenne, BMW X6, and Range Rover Sport. However, a lot of the inspiration for this super luxury SUV came from the next-generation Audi Q7, which also happens to be in the Volkswagen Group with Lamborghini. While the Urus would share its rear suspension, electrical platform, and floorpan with the Q7 and Cayenne,…

  • 2012 Beijing Auto Show Beginning This Week

    23 Apr 2012 | 7:07 am
    The 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition has a schedule of activities set to run from April 23rd through May 2nd.  With this year’s slogan of “leading through innovation”, excitement is buzzing around the first look at several concept vehicles and future models. The Beijing auto show, also known as Auto China, has been a bi-annual event for more than two decades. This year marks the 12th exhibition.

  • Volkswagen Passat Named Cars.com’s 2012 Best of the Year

    20 Apr 2012 | 7:08 am
      With more room, a lower price tag, uncommon standard features, and a variety of engine options, the redesigned 2012 Volkswagen Passat beat out about 70 cars to be awarded Cars.com’s 2012 Best of the Year honor. The Passat’s spacious interior provides comfort to both passengers and the driver. While the space in the car got bigger, its price got smaller, dropping more than $7,000 off the base price of the previous generation.  The lower price tag does not equate to lower standards. In fact, the 2012 Passat comes stocked with uncommon standard features, such as dual-zone…

  • BMW Gets Ready for the 2012 Summer Olympics

    19 Apr 2012 | 2:32 pm
      BMW is supplying the official cars for the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England. Kicking off the Games on July 27th, BMW’s Olympic Livery will consist of several 3-Series and 5-Series models which will transport athletes and officials to their respective competitions. In efforts to keep the Olympic Games as green as possible, BMW had to meet the strict emissions threshold set forth by the London Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG). To achieve this, BMW’s Olympic fleet will include hybrids, electric vehicles, diesels, and even bicycles. Approximately 4,000…
 
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  • Team Cadillac Racing | Two Laps at Laguna Seca

    AT Videos
    15 May 2012 | 11:57 pm
    Team Cadillac Racing | Two Laps at Laguna Seca Join Team Cadillac drivers Andy Pilgrim and Johnny O'Connell as they prepare to take on the Cadill...

  • AutoTalk: 2012 Volkswagen Bettle

    AT Videos
    15 May 2012 | 11:57 am
    AutoTalk: 2012 Volkswagen Bettle Hi-res pics: www.autotalk.com 2012 Volkswagen Bettle

  • Laguna Seca Continues as Mazda Raceway

    Logan Utsman
    15 May 2012 | 6:15 am
    The west coast’s most popular road-course and home to the infamous “corkscrew” will continue on as the Mazda Raceway.  Given the name in 2001, California’s Leguna Seca has...

  • Tucson LTD 360

    AT Videos
    14 May 2012 | 11:57 pm
    Tucson LTD 360 A quick look around the 2011 Hyundai Tucson LTD.

  • Cadillac XTS To Come With iPad CUE User Manual

    Christian Moe
    14 May 2012 | 10:24 pm
    When building a unique and powerful multimedia system, it is important to make sure customers can actually operate the thing. This is where 600 page manuals are the norm and most owners just choose...
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  • Group B rally monsters rise again

    David Zalstein
    16 May 2012 | 3:29 am
    Group B is back! The 500hp (373kW) cars famously banned for being ‘too fast to race’ following repeated fatalities will again have the opportunity to grace the ground… most probably sideways. The Michelin Rallye Groupe B five-venue rally event run … Continue reading →

  • Michael Clarke hit for six over rally drive

    David Zalstein
    16 May 2012 | 2:24 am
    Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke will swap cricket whites and the baggy green for a race suit and helmet when he competes in the upcoming 2012 Brakes Direct International Rally of Queensland (IROQ). Clarke, a BP Ultimate ambassador, will join … Continue reading →

  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class: first look at mid-life facelift

    Tim Beissmann
    16 May 2012 | 2:07 am
    CarAdvice’s spy photographers have captured the upgraded Mercedes-Benz E-Class undergoing testing in Europe. While the front of the prototype in these images is heavily camouflaged, we can clearly see some dramatic changes are set to take place. Perhaps most significant … Continue reading →

  • Peugeot 4008 Review

    Alborz Fallah
    16 May 2012 | 1:59 am
    The European styled but Japanese engineered Peugeot 4008 marks the start of a new attack by the French manufacturer as it seeks to expand its marketshare in Australia. From the outside it’s unfathomable to think the Peugeot 4008 has anything … Continue reading →

  • Lexus GS450h Review

    Jez Spinks
    15 May 2012 | 11:18 pm
    The Lexus GS450h is back for a second time to do its own thing in the large luxury car segment. Despite diesel engine power accounting for at least half of sales of rival cars – the Audi A6, BMW 5-Series … Continue reading →
 
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  • Win a VIP experience at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

    Gavin Braithwaite-Smith
    15 May 2012 | 2:51 pm
    Michelin is giving away a VIP experience at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed. Here's how you can win.

  • Shatchback Calendar 2013

    Gavin Braithwaite-Smith
    12 May 2012 | 3:19 pm
    Do you fancy a Shatchback calendar for 2013? Silly question, of course you do. Well here's your chance to get involved.

  • Fahrtman Longstroke rants: Tax

    fahrtmanlongstroke
    11 May 2012 | 3:02 pm
    It's been a long time coming, but Fahrtman Longstroke is back on PetrolBlog and this time he's tackling the subject of tax. See if you agree with him.

  • Three: Darren’s Volkswagen Sharan

    Gavin Braithwaite-Smith
    10 May 2012 | 3:01 pm
    Darren Leslie, owner of a lovely old Audi 80 has a practical family side too. Hence why he's just bought a VW Sharan.

  • Minor Details: No.2 Vauxhall Nova flared arches

    Gavin Braithwaite-Smith
    9 May 2012 | 2:25 pm
    This week, Vauxhall has revealed that the name of their new car will be the Adam. A perfect excuse to talk about the Nova then?
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  • Mahindra Thar gets a minor upgrade

    George
    15 May 2012 | 10:54 am
    Thar, the off roader offering from Indian utility vehicle major Mahindra and Mahindra  got an upgrade today. This is the first major upgrade since the launch of Thar. Now in the improved version of CRDe powered Mahindra Thar gets a factory fitted air conditioning system and engine immobilizer. But this change is applicable to 4×4 version of  Thar only. Company will continue to sell DI version of  Thar 4×2 and 4×4 without these added features. Under the hood Thar will continue to get 2.5ltr  105bhp CRDe/DI engine. The upgraded Mahindra Thar is priced at Rs.6.75 lakh (ex…

  • Honda Dream Yuga launched in New Delhi

    George
    15 May 2012 | 10:12 am
    Honda Dream Yuga, the entry level motorcycle from Japanese two wheeler major has been launched in India. Dream Yuga has been priced at Rs 44,642 (Ex-Showroom, New Delhi). This is the second mass market from Honda in Indian market. Honda Dream Yuga gets it’s power plant from  CB Twister. The  109cc engine is capable to generate  8.5-bhp peak power at 7500rpm. The 110cc engine is expected to give a fuel economy of 72 kmpl. “Honda retained the brand Dream as part of a global strategy that was first launched in 1949. This new bike is very economical with better mileage,” HMSI’s…

  • Bajaj Discover 125cc ST unveiled in New Delhi

    George
    14 May 2012 | 9:36 am
    Bajaj Auto Ltd today unveiled an upgraded version of their commuter segment offering Discover 125cc. The new bike is called Discover 125 ST (Sports Tourer). As the name suggests, Bajaj Discover 125 ST  is propelled by company’s DTS-i technology powered 125cc engine. The four valve equipped engine produces 12.8bhp of power at peak. The engine is mated to a five speed gearbox. Discover 125 ST also sports monoshock  suspension in the rear  and petal disc brake set up in the front. The new bike looks like a combination of new Pulsar and Pulsar 135 LS. The Discover 125 ST styling has more…

  • 2012 Ssangyong Rexton official sketch released

    George
    11 May 2012 | 10:35 am
    Ssangyong Motor Company, the Mahindra and Mahindra owned South Korean automobile major is readying an update for their third product, Rexton. Under the ownership of Mahindra and Mahindra, Ssangyong managed to rewrite the history and record impressive sales for the last one year. Company has already launched updated version of their Korando and Actyon Sports. Now company all set to unveil updated Rexton  at Busan Auto Show scheduled to begin on 24th May. Ahead of the official unveiling ceremony Ssangyong released a sketch of the upcoming Rexton. The new Rexton looks more modern compared to…

  • Renault adds petrol variants to Pulse lineup

    George
    10 May 2012 | 8:53 pm
    Renault India added petrol engine powered Pulse to their line up. Renault Pulse petrol variant is sharing  heart with  it’s Japanese kin Nissan Micra. The 1.2ltr 3-Cylinder engine develops 79bhp power at peak. The engine is mated to a five speed  manual gearbox. Renault India has launched three variants of  Pulse petrol, Pulse RXE, Pulse RXL and Pulse RXZ. There are  six paint shade options on offer. The top end variant has an option to customize the interior shade as well. The ex-showroom price of  Renault Pulse petrol  are RXE: Rs 4.25 lakh RXL: Rs 4.99 lakh RXZ: Rs 5.55 lakh (All…
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  • Designer Pininfarina on track to be profitable in 2012, a first since 2004

    contact@wallpapers-place.com
    16 May 2012 | 3:55 am
    Pininfarina estimates a return to profit this year, thanks to the lower financial charges from a debt restructuring and the improvement of its engineering and design business. This will be the Italian automotive design company's first profit since 2004. Chairman Paolo Pininfarina explained that the debt restructuring of the company allowed it to "say for the first time in five years" that their "survival is no longer at risk." Paolo Pininfarina is the grandson of Battista Farina, who is the founder of the family-controlled group. Pininfarina has designed vehicles for Maserati,…

  • Bentley, Pon team up to open new Leusden dealership in the Netherlands

    contact@wallpapers-place.com
    16 May 2012 | 3:39 am
    New Bentley dealership opens in Netherlands as automaker partners with Pon, a reputable company with more than 60 years of experience in the luxury vehicle market. The new dealership is located in Leusden, near Amsterdam. It is conveniently accessible from anywhere in the country. It provides a complete range of sales and after-sales services. Moreover, it features all the services that discerning customers expect from the brand, including an exclusive ambience, workshop facilities and highly professional staff to help specify their vehicles. Pon's Automobielhandel is a part of Pon…

  • Ford to introduce new models in China to catch GM, VW and Toyota

    contact@wallpapers-place.com
    16 May 2012 | 3:12 am
    Ford Motor Co. will have to stretch itself into multiple price points (up and down) in order to catch up in the Chinese market. Joe Hinrichs, president of Ford Asia Pacific and Africa, said that the company is “very focused” on developing the Ford brand and on establishing its models into various segments. Ford, which has to catch up to competitors like General Motors, Volkswagen AG and Toyota Motor Corp. in China, has recently presented the redesigned Focus into China's fiercely competitive C segment, the largest segment in China. Hinrichs predicts that by 2015, the C segment…

  • Lamborghini Urus will get the P73 platform, weigh about 4,400 lbs

    contact@wallpapers-place.com
    16 May 2012 | 2:33 am
    Lamborghini has tasked its top engineer Maurizio Reggiani to develop the production Urus, the best-performing and lightest vehicle in its category. Lamborghini's r&d director said that he would likely be doing this for the upcoming four or five years as this is a “very challenging” task. He told Automotive News Europe that it would have to “think outside the box." He said that the company anticipates that production will begin “no sooner than early 2017." The Urus concept was displayed last month at the Beijing auto show. Lamborghini predicts that the go signal…

  • Bmw may increase dividends to as much as 40 percent

    contact@wallpapers-place.com
    15 May 2012 | 4:59 pm
    If BMW’s earnings continue to increase, its dividends may increase by up to 40% of profit in the next few years, according to a report from the German newspaper last Saturday. The Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung report cited Chief Financial Officer Friedrich Eichiner. BMW hopes to give shareholders “between 30 and 40% of profit.” BMW proposed to pay 1.5 billion euros ($1.94 billion), or 30.7% of 2011 profit, to shareholders with 2.32 euros per preferred share and 2.30 euros per common share. Eichiner said during this interview that if its “pleasant business…
 
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  • Study: Mini, Lexus offer best customer service

    3 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    The J.D. Power and Associates Customer Service Index Study measures customer satisfaction with dealer service departments during the first three years of vehicle ownership. Key factors in determining service ratings are repair work, service advice and overall service quality. Luxury Brands The average score is 819 out of 1,000. Manufacturer Customer Service Rating (out of 1,000) Lexus 846 Jaguar 837 Cadillac 830 Acura 828 Luxury Average 819 Lincoln 817 BMW 814 Porsche 814 Mercedes-Benz 810 Infiniti 801 Audi 794 Volvo 788 Land Rover 785

  • Bed covers can improve fuel efficiency

    3 May 2012 | 9:23 am
    If you don't make a habit of hauling construction material, dirt bikes or other tall objects, a pickup truck bed cover makes a lot of sense.

  • Can Honda prevent traffic jams?

    3 May 2012 | 9:20 am
    Honda is developing technology to predict and prevent roadway congestion so that traffic jams become a thing of the past.

  • Toyota Highlander Limited offers best seating in class

    30 Apr 2012 | 9:57 am
    Q: Should I buy a Toyota Highlander Limited, Ford Edge Limited or Nissan Murano LE? Which do you recommend and why?

  • Land Rover brand not strong on reliability

    26 Apr 2012 | 9:50 am
    Does the Land Rover Range Rover Sport still have reliability concerns? I'm in the market for a midsize SUV. I've always had my eye on a Range Rover Sport (2008 and newer models). Are they still a reliability issue, or should I get something else (Acura MDX, BMW X5, Infiniti FX35)?
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  • How Often Should You Check for Better Car Insurance Rates?

    Suzanne
    15 May 2012 | 10:54 am
    Many consumers fall into the habit of sticking with their current auto insurance company year after year – and never bother to ask about better rates. While it’s good to become a loyal customer, and insurers typically reward such customer loyalty, it’s also highly recommended that you take the time to check and see what [...]

  • Top 10 2012 Cars for Teens (Under $25K)

    Suzanne
    14 May 2012 | 10:49 am
    Parents looking for a car for their newly-licensed or teen driver have a lot of choices in today’s market. Key considerations for any new (or used) car for the teen driver include reliability, safety, fuel economy and insurance costs. A recent survey by USAA showed parents’ top priorities when looking for a car for their [...]

  • Best Pickup Trucks of 2012

    Rob
    11 May 2012 | 10:13 am
    The working man’s vehicle has changed quite a bit over the years. It’s been given more power, more style, and more comfort. It has seen convenience additions like step-up tailgates, and it has seen family-friendly features like DVD entertainment systems. Indeed, it is difficult to argue the current versatility of the pickup truck. If you’re [...]

  • Best 2012 Sports Cars for Tall People

    Rob
    10 May 2012 | 10:09 am
    The one deterrent to buying a sports car for those who range above six-foot tall is the fact that most sports cars are only a shade above six feet long. It can be rather difficult to pilot a nimble sports machine through a hairpin turn when your own knees keep hitting you in the chin. [...]

  • Best 2012 Sedans for Tall People

    Rob
    9 May 2012 | 12:05 pm
    The world is getting bigger. Not the world itself of course, but the people who have the privilege of dwelling upon it. Humans are getting bigger every generation, and the vehicle manufacturers are now working on combining some larger interiors into smaller sedans to accommodate us. Telescoping steering wheels, eight-way adjustable seats, and adjustable control [...]
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  • Live Audi`s pictures from Beijing

    admin
    24 Apr 2012 | 12:20 pm
    Yesterday in Beijing Audi introduced the  A6 L e-tron, the RS Audi Q3 and the special version Q3 Jinlong Yufeng introduced. Here are the live images of them: [Show as slideshow] [View with PicLens]

  • What are the Best Porsches of All Time?

    admin
    23 Apr 2012 | 1:29 pm
    Porsche are without a doubt one of the highest regarded luxury sports car manufacturers around, but what are the best Porsches of all time? Below are five of Porsche’s most prestigious models. Porsche 356 As Porsche’s first automobile, produced from 1948-1965, the 356 is a highly regarded collector car and is regularly ranked as one of the top sports cars of the 60s. With its stylish two door coupe or convertible design, this car was a sign of great things to come. Porsche 911 Classic The successor to the 356, this classy automobile design was so popular that it was produced from…

  • Audi Q3 Jinlong Yufeng

    admin
    23 Apr 2012 | 1:14 pm
    For the Beijing Motor Show, Audi announced three firsts to: Q3 RS concept , a new Audi A6 L, “a show car , based on the Q3. And this is it: the Jinlong Yufeng . known as the “golden dragon in the wind”. On board is the familiar 2.5 TFSI with 300 hp. You will have noticed that in China the year of the dragon, and that virtually every automaker is trying to find a salad from it. Rolls-Royce , Aston Martin , Ferrari , etc., and so on. Audi also just lift it on the back of the dragon, and launches in Q3 this a model that stores both the dragon year, as the noble sport of…

  • Find my car insurance group

    admin
    23 Apr 2012 | 1:00 pm
    If, like many other people, you do not know what insurance group your car fits into, then there are many ways for you to get clued up and find out. Knowing about car insurance groups and the aspects which affect what category your car fits into will help you to make informed decisions about which cars are the most cost-effective for your situation. Finding your car insurance group is easy – it is the understanding why it is in that group that takes a little bit more time and research. If you want to find out which group your car falls into, all you have to do is go to one of the many…

  • Abt for the Audi A6 Avant offers 120 hp more

    admin
    13 Apr 2012 | 2:58 am
    Abt has the new Audi A6 Avant two tuning steps in his program. The 3.0 TFSI has after tuning the engine instead of 221 kW / 300 hp and 440 Nm Abt AS6 Avant as 309 kW / 420 hp and a number of 540 Nm The 120 extra horses equal to forty percent more power after tuning. The second variant is the Abbot-3.0-Liter Biturbo-Diesel, whose power of 230 kW / 313 hp to 265 kW / 360 hp is increased. The number Nm of the V6 rises by 50 Nm to 700 Nm. Lowering springs, an electronic sportreminstallatie or decrease the weight of your car, go there using Abt Level Control to ensure that the increased power…
 
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  • Four wheel steering… but not as you know it

    torquespeak
    14 May 2012 | 1:30 pm
    What’s the oddest automotive video you’ve ever seen? This Fiat 126 probably comes close to topping my list. I’ll let the video speak for itself.

  • Buy It and Drive It: Aston Martin V8 Vantage

    torquespeak
    12 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    The 1988 British Motor Show was, by any measure, a vintage year for UK automotive. Not only were visitors wowed by the first ‘new’ Aston Martin in 18 years – the Virage – but Jaguar’s mindblowing XJ220 was also revealed to the public. Perhaps surprisingly, the considerably cheaper Virage actually evolved into a car that was even rarer than the Bloxham-built supercar. Some 280 examples of the XJ220 were eventually sold, compared to 240 of the car below – the Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With only the roof and doors carried over from the Virage, designers John…

  • Wo ist mein schwimmwagen?

    torquespeak
    5 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    I do love videos where the person recording the action includes the line “this is definitely going on YouTube” while filming. Heaven only knows how this car got into the Thames in the first place, but the Port of London Authority certainly seems to have an interesting technique for getting it out. I’m not entirely convinced that mounting the bonnet with the boat was the best plan though…

  • Is this Jaguar XK120 worth £240,000?

    torquespeak
    4 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    In the late 1960s, a middle-aged airline test pilot by the name of Walter Clay Hill boarded a TWA flight from Florida to Kansas, on his way to meet a man called Joe Egle. Joe was selling one of the cars in his collection, and Walter was desperate to have it. Having become determined to have one of this particular model in his thirties, he had been searching for an example for years. The car in question was a Jaguar XKSS. I won’t detail the whole story of the acquisition, for the simple reason that you should read it direct from Tony Brown, who interviewed him in 1992, but a year…

  • An elephant sat on this Toyota Celica

    torquespeak
    3 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    OK, that’s not true. It only looks like an elephant sat on it. The Toyota Celica in question is the property of Kawashima-san, a drifting wingnut and staffer on Drift Tengoku (Drift Paradise) magazine in Japan. What you see in the photo is not only real, but it drives, too. [Doubt it? Just check out the video below...] In an interview with Alexi Smith – who runs cult drift site noriyaro.com - Kawashima explains that the car aims to be the ultimate combination of the three key pillars of Japanese car modifying: 1) onikyan (a serious camber on the wheels) 2) tsuraichi (tyres…
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  • Infiniti Curved Vision - Digital Car Art Competition

    Angel
    15 May 2012 | 4:00 pm
    Here at cool cars and bikes we love car concepts and designs using digital art and heard that INFINITI are continuing their design and promotion competition which we showcased a few months ago with the new concept called Infiniti Curved Vision.  Infiniti Curved Vision is an international competition with the aim to find the best talent from around the world for design and digital art, focussed around various aspects of the INFINITI brand.The first part of the competition, Inspired Performance, attracted over 500 entries from around the globe, with people presenting the very best of…

  • The Dark Knight Rises Car - Lamborghini Aventador Pics and Videos

    Angel
    14 Mar 2012 | 2:34 pm
    Showcasing cool pictures and videos of the amazing Lamborghini Aventador LP700 super car. The Aventador is Bruce Wayne's new mode of transport in this summers new batman movie 'The Dark Knight Rises'.Here's a very short video of the Lamborghini Aventador in front of Bruce Wayne’s new home you will see in this summers new Dark Night Rises movie...The Dark Knight Rises hits the cinemas on July 19th 2012 and we can't wait! We wondered how the Aventador got it's name and spotted this funny picture....Lamborghini Aventador Wallpaper PicturesThis collection of Lamborghini Aventador pictures make…

  • Honda Civic video - pushing the boundaries!

    Angel
    13 Mar 2012 | 4:30 pm
    Showcasing a video of the cool new Honda Civic. When Honda engineers set about designing the new Civic, they ventured into the unknown. They pushed boundaries. They took every path along the way. And in doing so, they created something really cool. Exploring is part of the fun. They took a 360º camera off the beaten path. Use your cursor to explore the environments and click on the arrow to venture forward. You’ll find things you can’t imagine!

  • Car tip of the week - keeping your tyres in tiptop condition

    Angel
    12 Mar 2012 | 7:23 am
    It’s all well and good having a shiny set of alloy wheels on your car, but what about the tyres on them? Your car tyres are the last thing between your car and the road; ensure that they’re in good condition often, and take basic steps to maintain and look after them where possible.Checking over your tyres takes a matter of seconds. Each time you’re cleaning your alloy wheels you can perform a few quick checks, in order to ensure that your tyres are safe to use.Here are the things that you need to pay particular attention to on your tyres:The tyre pressureBy checking the tyre pressure…

  • Lamborghini SUV

    Angel
    12 Mar 2012 | 7:07 am
    Lamborghini last sold an SUV in 1993 but that is all about to change. A production version of the Lamborghini SUV is set to arrive in 2015 and will cost about $200,000.  Lamborghini SUV Facts:Lamborghini reportedly will unveil a new ultra-luxury utility vehicle, to be called MLC, at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show in April 2012.The Lambo SUV is said to share its underpinnings with the next-generation Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne, as well as a new Bentley SUV.Powered by a front-mounted 584-horsepower version of the Gallardo's 5.2-liter V10. It could also share a high-performance plug-in hybrid…
 
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  • 2012 Toyota Prius c Road Test and Review

    10 May 2012 | 3:00 pm
    <p>With a lofty goal of making the Prius the best-selling nameplate in its portfolio by 2020, Toyota has expanded the depth of its iconic hybrid hatchback to include a larger, family-sized Prius v, a more electric Prius Plug-In and the smaller, more ...

  • Autobytel's Best Cars for Mothers of All Types

    10 May 2012 | 3:00 pm
    <p>The best cars for mothers are not always the most predictable or easy to spot at first sight, just like mothers are not always typical: they can be closing a deal while pushing a stroller or even out on date night. If you wander the parking lot at...

  • 2013 Dodge Dart First Drive Review

    7 May 2012 | 8:00 pm
    <h2>2013 Dodge Dart First Drive Review</h2> <p>After bringing back classic names like Charger and Challenger in recent years, Chrysler's Dodge brand is going to yet another name from its past by resurrecting the Dart for 2013. While the Challenger an...

  • Nissan Xterra Used SUV Buyer's Guide

    7 May 2012 | 3:00 pm
    <p class="MsoNormal">Nissan's most off road capable SUV, the Xterra benefits from body on frame construction and an available four-wheel-drive system. Named for the Xterra off-road triathlon races, a series of competitive sporting events consisting o...

  • Chrysler PT Cruiser Used Car Buyer's Guide

    7 May 2012 | 2:00 pm
    <p>There was a period during the latter part of the 20th century when retro design was heartily embraced by American automobile manufacturers. Perhaps the most popular example of this was the Chrysler PT Cruiser.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Intended to ...
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  • Body kit for the McLaren MP4-12C from HAMANN

    Webmaster
    28 Apr 2012 | 12:29 am
    The widebody version of the HAMANN McLaren MP4-12C consists of a front bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights and a lip spoiler/splitter in carbon-fiber. This will generate the necessary down force need to the front axle. The hood is made from carbon fiber to decrease weight even though the engine is located in the rear of the car. New side skirts and side skirts attachments provide the optical broadening of the British Super car. A large-sized rear wing in typical HAMANN style also provides the necessary pressure to keep the tail planted. Among the tuner built rear apron are the…

  • BMW E92 M3 AC Schnitzer Big Brake Kit

    Webmaster
    14 Apr 2012 | 11:47 pm
    Most BMW M3 drivers will never need the power of a high performance braking system. The stock brakes that come from the factory are more than enough for the daily driver. But there are those who use their BMW automobiles on the track. And repeated heavy braking lap after lap can cause the stock brake systems to fail. But E92 BLW M3 drivers can rejoice because AC Schnitzer sells a beefy brake kit that should solve the problem permanently. The kit consists of brackets for the front 6 piston calipers with 380x35mm rotors with steel braided brake lines. The rear is the same with the exception of…

  • Perrin Performance Subaru STi Stage 2 Kit

    Webmaster
    14 Apr 2012 | 8:11 pm
    With just 4 simple Perrin Performance parts, your 2008+ Subaru WRX STi can net 80 more Torque and 60 more Horsepower for just under $2k. Perrin has been tuning Subaru’s for more than 10 years now and their experience and expertise really shows with each perfectly made power part. Perrin Panel Air Filter The Perrin Air Filter for the Subaru STi can give a nice jump in horsepower. The drop-in panel filter is very reasonably priced and very simple to install and easy to clean. This is the easiest bang for your buck you can get. Perrin Downpipe The Perrin Downpipe looks the part with its…

  • 5ZIGEN SP Exhaust for Subaru Impreza STi Sedan

    Webmaster
    14 Apr 2012 | 7:55 pm
    I would like to introduce an Exhaust system from one of the top makers of tuner parts in the world: 5ZIGEN. The Subaru Impreza STi is one of the most well known Japanese cars in the world. With a few bolt on parts the STi can easily gain over 100 horsepower. Well the cat-back SP Exhaust from 5ZIGEN for the 2011 + Subaru Impreza WRX STI 4-Door sedan (GVB / GVF) is one cool looking part that also performs. It looks so cool!! The exhaust was made for street legal use in Japan, Europe, and America. However, there is a possibility that your local state may have outlawed any aftermarket parts. But…

  • Edo Competition Modified Porsche Panamera

    Webmaster
    1 Mar 2012 | 12:23 am
    The German company Edo Competition has created a few versions of the Porsche Panamera in the past but this is the newest version is the top of the line $173k Porsche Panamera Turbo S. In stock form this 4-door supercar pushes 550 horsepower and 553-lb-ft. of torque from a turbocharged 4.8 liter V-8 engine. 0-60 MPH is gone is 3.5 seconds and the stock car can go 190 MPH. With the Edo Competition model, the first glance may appear that only exterior upgrades were done to this car. Instead there is a whole host of modifications including stuff done under the hood. Edo Competition's engineers…
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  • 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8: Introduction

    Donna DeRosa
    15 May 2012 | 11:05 pm
    We've added a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 to our long-term fleet. It has a 470-horsepower 6.4-liter Hemi V8, a five-speed automatic transmission, Quadra-Trac all-wheel drive, Brembo brakes, and the luxury package which adds some leather, a power liftgate,...

  • 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo: Wolfsburg Panzer

    Michael Jordan
    15 May 2012 | 7:22 pm
      An amazing transformation of the Volkswagen Beetle. A stretched nose and a chopped turret-style top have made this into a big serious car instead of a small cheerful one. With this car's glossy black paint, dark windows, zippy...

  • 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ: Does the Robotic Arm Fit?

    Caroline Pardilla
    15 May 2012 | 4:03 pm
    Let's step away from the "Sonic smells" posts for a sec. I give you the bad-ass 2012 Chevrolet Sonic doing up some graffiti with the help of muralist Jeff Sotto and a robotic arm that was lifted off the...

  • 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV: Seat Is Too Damn High

    Scott Jacobs
    15 May 2012 | 3:22 pm
    I took the i MiEV down to our studio to take a few shots of the under bits. I sat in the garage trying to get the seat into a comfortable position. I could never get it to feel...

  • 2012 Jeep Wrangler: Superwinch Close-Up

    Dan Edmunds
    15 May 2012 | 2:53 pm
      Here's the winch that will soon grace the front of our 2012 Jeep Wrangler. It's a Superwinch with 9,500-lb capacity, and it goes by the code name Talon 9.5iSR. If you hadn't guessed already the "SR" stands for...
 
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  • The Biggest Car Flops or “Whoops!”

    giddiroteo
    30 Apr 2012 | 4:24 pm
    The Biggest Car Flops or “Whoops!” From the Ford Mustang and Dodge Charger to the Pontiac Trans-Am and GTO, there are some vehicles that stand the test of time and are universally considered cool, no matter what the year, model or modifications. Then, there are other vehicles so heinous that the mere mention of their name sends shivers down a gearhead’s spine. For some manufacturers, these models are distant bad memories and bumps in the road of an otherwise stellar history. There are also a handful of vehicles so wretched their mere existence was enough to bring down multi-billion…

  • Car Insurance Rate: The best versus the cheapest

    admin
    16 Apr 2012 | 6:42 am
    image : madamenoire.com The more you understand about any subject, the more interesting it becomes. As you read this article you’ll find that the subject of car insurance rate is certainly no exception. Looking For the Best Car Insurance Rate? You don’t need to go places, meet lots of agents or drop by headquarters of different car insurance companies. Traditionally, you will have to ask your trusted agent/broker about the best rates that can be offered to you. It somehow works, because the agent handles multiple accounts and affiliations with various insurance firms. And past…

  • New Vs. Used – Which to Choose

    giddiroteo
    5 Apr 2012 | 1:16 pm
    New Vs. Used: Which to Choose You’ve saved the money for a down payment, now it’s time to choose your new car! This is where the dilemma of purchasing a “new” or “new to you” car comes up. Manufacturers are clamoring to sell new vehicles, and offering several discounts, new safety features and rebates to entice buyers to the showroom. The economic tailspin has also forced many to downsize, causing an influx of pre-owned vehicles for sale at the lot and through the owner. With such choices available, it is difficult to decide on whether a new or used vehicle is appropriate for your…

  • To Lease or To Buy

    giddiroteo
    20 Mar 2012 | 12:36 pm
    To lease or to buy:  that is the question often asked by people in the market for a new car. Which is the better choice? It all depends on a variety of factors and circumstances. Read on to find out which option is best for you. Leasing a Car When leasing a car what you, the lessee, are financing is not the car itself, but the use of the car. There are several things a lessee pays for including: A portion of the car’s cost:  Because all cars depreciate (lose value) over time, in a lease you will only be paying for the value of the car during the time that you are leasing it. This is often…

  • Corsa Most Popular Car with British Motorists

    admin
    7 Mar 2012 | 8:54 pm
    The Vauxhall Corsa is the most popular car with British motorists according to research by car insurance comparison website MoneySupermarket; beating its long running rival Ford with their Fiesta model which came in 2nd. MoneySupermarket has calculated this by looking at the number of car insurance searches which have been completed over the past year on each model of car available in the UK, giving an accurate representation of the most popular models with British drivers.  This signals a major victory for Vauxhall and potentially also indicates the changing preference of motorists in…
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  • Five cool £20,000 coupés

    Antony Ingram
    15 May 2012 | 11:22 am
    Coupés were the car craze of the 1990s. Virtually every manufacturer offered something low, sleek and sporty, even if it was based on a more humble hatchback. From the stunning Alfa Romeo GTV and Fiat Coupé, through sensible Japanese offerings like the Toyota Celica and Honda Prelude, to bargain supermini-based style icons like the Ford Puma and Vauxhall Tigra, there was a coupé for every taste.   As hot hatchbacks rose back to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s the coupé craze receded, but we reckon it’s back - and to prove it, we’ve…

  • BMW reveals new 3-Series Touring

    Antony Ingram
    14 May 2012 | 9:07 am
    How do you make the best, better? If you’re BMW, you could try turning your saloon car into an estate, as BMW has done for years with its 3-Series and 5-Series Touring models.     Latest to join the stable is the Touring version of BMW’s new 3-Series, a car already decimating the competition in road tests. With more elegant lines and increased practicality, the Touring might become all the car you’ll ever need.     BMW is claiming biggest-in-class load capacity, an area in which previous Tourings have fallen a little short next to rivals. The new car has…

  • Peugeot RCZ HDi Road Test

    Antony Ingram
    9 May 2012 | 8:51 am
    If coupés are all about style, then Peugeot has the market sewn up with its RCZ. As the first modern Peugeot to bring real excitement back to the brand it’s also a car that has attracted attention from enthusiasts and the style-conscious alike. As a high on chic French style, low on price competitor to Audi’s TT, how does the RCZ fare? We spent a week with an RCZ HDi in GT trim, and can now bring you our verdict.     Exterior Few cars make it from the concept stage to production without significant alterations, but the RCZ, launched in 2010, joins the Range Rover…

  • Mobile apps create new distractions for young drivers

    Charlie Fraser
    9 May 2012 | 6:18 am
    The huge growth in popularity of the mobile has caused well documented increases in texting and calls at the wheel. The latest smartphones however  – which provide access to hundreds of thousands of apps – are increasing the amount of distraction at the wheel, reports BetaNews this week. 58% of 17-25s polled by young driver insurer ingenie agreed that sophisticated smartphones and their apps are increasing distraction among young motorists. Among the worst offending apps are Facebook and Twitter, with up to a third of those with these apps admitting to using them whilst…

  • GTI joins Golf Cabrio range

    Antony Ingram
    8 May 2012 | 10:16 am
      Cabriolets have always been an integral part of the Golf range, providing customers with all the usual Golf attributes - solid good looks, quality, reliability - but adding a dash of open-air fun for those high days and holidays.   They’ve always been desirable too - it doesn’t take long to realise that most of the Golf Mk1s left on UK roads seem to be cabriolet versions, despite selling in smaller numbers to start with. The cabriolets have been cherished, while the bog-standard models were left to rot.   That’s a long-winded way of saying that the current…
 
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    Muscle Cars of America

  • Hendrick's big night another trying one for Gordon

    15 May 2012 | 12:15 pm
    No. 24 bitten by bad luck again at Darlington, blowing out tire twice in poor finish By David Caraviello, NASCAR.COM May 13, 2012 2:08 AM, EDT DARLINGTON, S.C. -- It was a rare moment of relative quiet at Darlington Raceway, with the track under caution and the field coasting at pace-car speed along the backstretch. Amid the long shadows cast by the infield lights, the No. 24 car backed out of its garage stall and rumbled toward the race track. As the vehicle rolled back onto the racing surface, an ovation welled up from the crowd, the cheers plainly audible even above the chatter of the…

  • From humble beginnings, Hendrick built empire

    15 May 2012 | 12:13 pm
    DARLINGTON, S.C. -- The town of Bennettsville, S.C., is a place known for its soil. It was so fertile, legend once held, that it was sold not by the acre, but by the pound. Victorian and Greek revival homes still stand as testament to the era when the place got rich off king cotton, and gins gave rise to millionaires. That time has long passed now, but soybean, corn and cotton are still cultivated in and around the town roughly 30 miles from Darlington Raceway, and Bennettsville still makes much of its living from the earth. So perhaps there was no better place for an empire to take root. The…

  • Action-Packed Week Sets Up Most Exciting All-Star Event In Sports

    14 May 2012 | 6:12 pm
    May 14, 2012 DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 14, 2012) - On Saturday night, NASCAR's top drivers take center stage in an unparalleled best-of-the-best showcase - the annual NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race.   But that's just the main course. A number of fan-friendly lead-in activities are scheduled to work up an appetite for one of the most anticipated dates on the NASCAR calendar.   Starting with the NASCAR Sprint Pit Crew Challenge on Thursday, continuing with NASCAR Day on Friday and culminating with the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race on Saturday, this keynote week highlights many of the on-…

  • Gibbs drivers leave Darlington with heads high

    14 May 2012 | 4:03 pm
    Busch, Hamlin, Logano all finish solidly at the Lady during weekend races By David Caraviello, NASCAR.COM May 14, 2012 3:02 PM, EDT DARLINGTON, S.C. -- Denny Hamlin didn't win this weekend at Darlington Raceway. But a pair of second-place finishes left him content leaving NASCAR's oldest, and arguably most difficult, major speedway. Hamlin was runner-up to Jimmie Johnson Saturday night in a Bojangles' Southern 500 that provided Hendrick Motorsports with its 200th victory on NASCAR's premier series. But the organization that enjoyed the second-best outing at the egg-shaped facility was Joe…

  • Petty doesn't think comparisons to Hendrick valid

    14 May 2012 | 4:01 pm
    First to 200 says eras and mindset have two teams in very different places By Mark Aumann, NASCAR.COM May 14, 2012 11:49 AM, EDT Comparing Hendrick Motorsports' 200 Cup wins to what Petty Enterprises accomplished during its heyday isn't like apples and oranges. It's more like comparing drum brakes to discs, or a 1964 Plymouth Belvedere to a Car of Tomorrow. That's the opinion of NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty, who contributed the lion's share of Petty Enterprises' 268 victories. Hendrick hits 200 Hendrick finally gets 200 By the Numbers: Hendrick Caraviello: Humble empire Video: Johnson…
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  • Honda launches Dream Yuga at INR 44,642

    piyush_gulati
    16 May 2012 | 5:26 am
    Honda Dream Yuga launched Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) has launched the 110 cc commuter motorcycle Dream Yuga at a starting price of Rs. 44,642 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi). The motorbike is powered by a refined 110cc Honda engine which delivers a healthy 8.5 BHP @ 7500 RPM coupled with the company claimed mileage of 72 km/litre. Honda also claims that the bike’s engine is equipped with several cutting edge technologies like the ‘Honda Intelligent Ignition Control System’ which changes ignition timings to attain ideal combustion, leading to improved power output and…

  • New Mercedes M Class Priced at INR 55.85 Lakh

    piyush_gulati
    16 May 2012 | 5:13 am
    Mercedes-Benz India has introduced the new third generation M-Class, sporting the Mercedes-Benz new design language, to the market. The New M-Class has better fuel efficiency, a refreshing new look and superior dynamics. M-Class will be available at the starting price of INR 55.85 lakh for the ML 350 CDI CBU. Peter Honegg, MD & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India explains “At the start of this year we had promised to introduce exciting new models into the market. We are proud to present today the New M Class, built to perform with the highest precision and follows the Mercedes-Benz new design…

  • MSD as the new face of Ashok Leyland

    piyush_gulati
    16 May 2012 | 4:55 am
    Ashok Leyland’s first ever celebrity endorsement in over 6 decades is Indian Cricket team Captain M.S. Dhoni. The strategy is to endorse the Company’s role in creating success stories for its stakeholders and a brand building exercise that will help the company earn a significant market share. M.S. Dhoni was recorded saying, “As a young boy from a small town, I have spent a lot of time traveling on buses and have seen trucks and truckers at close quarters. I understand the importance of transport and logistics to the development of our country. It is a privilege to become a part of the…

  • Toyota Launches New Small Car in Japan

    piyush_gulati
    14 May 2012 | 5:56 am
    Toyota Pixis Epoch Small Car Toyota launched the “Pixis Epoch” in Japan, the second passenger minivehicle to be sold under the Toyota brand. It’s the fourth vehicle produced by the Daihatsu division but sold under the Toyota brand. The Pixis Epoch returns to the fundamental appeal of minivehicles: day-to-day transportation with high fuel efficiency at an affordable price. The Pixis Epoch has top-level fuel efficiency for a gasoline-fueled vehicle with a fuel economy of 30.0 km/L. Power comes from a 660cc engine which is mated to a continuously variable transmission driving…

  • Aston fixes pricing of the DBS Ultimate

    piyush_gulati
    14 May 2012 | 5:33 am
    Aston Martin DBS Ultimate The DBS Ultimate, as some of you may recall, is Aston’s way of saying goodbye to what has been its mainstay flagship model for five years now. It’ll feature special touches such as a painted rear decklid spoiler, carbon-fiber wing mirror caps, darkened grille, smoked taillamps, Zircotec-coated tail pipes, special badging, and a choice of yellow, black or red brake calipers. Its interior has also been fiddled with red or silver diamond-quilted stitching on the leather seats and Alcantara headliner, and can be ordered in manual or automatic, coupe or Volante…
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    Spohn Performance Blog

  • Deal of the Day: Poly Bushing Kit for Rear Differential to Rear Cradle Mounts for the 2010-2012 Camaro & 2008-2009 G8

    Spohn Performance
    15 May 2012 | 8:34 am
    Today’s Deal of the Day is for SKU# C10-POLY-1 – Polyurethane Bushing Kit for Rear Differential to Rear Cradle Mounts for the 2010-2012 Chevrolet Camaro and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8. To go directly to the Spohn Performance Deal of the Day page click here.

  • Spohn Performance April 2012 Newsletter

    Spohn Performance
    12 Apr 2012 | 1:33 pm
    We just sent out our April 2012 email newsletter, you can click here to check it out. Not a Spohn Performance email newsletter subscriber? What are you waiting for? Sign up today by clicking here!

  • New Single & Double Adjustable Rear Coil Over Kits for the 1978-1987 GM G-Body Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc.

    Spohn Performance
    3 Apr 2012 | 2:16 pm
    Rear Coil Over Kits for the 1978-1987 GM G-Body Regal, Malibu, etc. SKU# 736-G-QSA: 18 Way Single Adjustable Shocks (Product Page Link) SKU# 736-G-QDA: 18 Way Double Adjustable Shocks (Product Page Link) The Spohn Performance rear coil over conversion kits for the for the 1978-1987 GM G-Body Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. These kits are based on the QA1 Proma Star 18 way single or double adjustable aluminum coil over shocks: Single Adjustable Version: 18 Positions of Adjustment – Simultaneous compression and rebound adjustment with 18 valving options. Unique to QA1, one knob changes…

  • New Single & Double Adjustable Rear Coil Over Kits for the 1964-1972 GM A-Body Chevelle, Malibu, GTO, etc.

    Spohn Performance
    13 Mar 2012 | 10:58 am
    Rear Coil Over Kits for the 1964-1972 GM A-Body Chevelle, Malibu, GTO, etc. SKU# 736-A-QSA: 18 Way Single Adjustable Shocks (Product Page Link) SKU# 736-A-QDA: 18 Way Double Adjustable Shocks (Product Page Link) The Spohn Performance rear coil over conversion kits for the for the 1964-1972 GM A-Body Chevelle, Malibu, GTO, etc. These kits are based on the QA1 Proma Star 18 way single or double adjustable aluminum coil over shocks: Single Adjustable Version: 18 Positions of Adjustment – Simultaneous compression and rebound adjustment with 18 valving options. Unique to QA1, one knob…

  • New Extreme Duty Transfer Case Skid Plate for the 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 4×4 1500, 2500 & 3500

    Spohn Performance
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:36 am
    Extreme Duty Transfer Case Skid Plate for the 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 4×4 SKU# D94-02-SP1 (Product Page Link) Replace your Dodge Ram 4×4′s skimpy sheet metal transfer case skid plate that came from the factory with one of our Extreme Duty skid plates. Protect your transfer case with our easy to install Extreme Duty skid plate. Our Extreme Duty transfer case skid plate is constructed of durable CNC laser cut and formed 1/4” steel, this skid plate will help prevent getting your transfer case hung up on rocks and other debris and obstacles that can damage it. Our Extreme Duty…
 
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  • Jay Leno Adds Tata Nano To His Car Collection

    Vikram Kumar
    16 May 2012 | 4:16 am
    Tata Nano, the world’s cheapest car, is literally going places. And the latest one to catch the Nano fever is Jay Leno. The popular American talk show host and stand-up comedian, has added the world’s cheapest car, the Tata Nano, to his extensive car collection. The host of NBC’s The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, is well known for his automobile collection, which boasts of custom-built, vintage and even super cars. Jay Leno made sure that the Tata Nano was introduced into his collection in true Bollywood style. He donned an elegant sherwani and posed with the traditional…

  • Chevrolet Trax image released by General Motors

    Devasish Ray
    16 May 2012 | 3:51 am
    General Motors is all set to take the competition to Ford now.The company has released the first image of its all new Chevrolet Trax compact SUV, which is set to compete against the Ford EcoSport. The Chevrolet Trax, which measures 4.2 meters in length and seats five passengers, bears a close resemblance to the SUV from Opel, the Mokka. The Trax is set to hit the European markets later this year. Speaking on the occasion of the Trax’s prelaunch, Mary Barra, Vice President of Product Development in General Motors stated, “”The introduction of the Chevrolet Trax will make it…

  • Honda unveils the UNI-CUB mobility device

    Raza Ahmed
    16 May 2012 | 1:47 am
    The Japanese have mastered the field of robotics in every aspect of human assistance. There are gadgets for entertainment, household appliances, and the previously seen humanoid, ASIMO. In a more recent event, Honda Motor Co. has unveiled the UNI-CUB, a reality from comics of a personal mobility device. It lets you glide on the floor, while controlling the speed and direction by merely shifting your weight. Honda describes the UNI-CUB as ‘designed for harmony with people’ and it gives the same freedom on a floor as would walking. A development over the U3-X motorized unicycle that was…

  • Mahindra Thar with AC launched at Rs 6.75 lacs

    Raza Ahmed
    15 May 2012 | 8:18 am
    Arguably one of the best off-roading machines in India, was introduced roughly 18 months ago. Though the true fun of going off-trail comes with feel of the climate, customers prefer to remain cool in urban driving. Mahindra, the Indian auto giant, greets customer demands and launches the AC version of the much-prized off-roader, Thar. Today afternoon, Mahindra officially launched the AC version of Thar in Mumbai, at a starting price of Rs. 6.75 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai). Pop-up the hood, and there is the glorious 2.5-lite CRDi enginewaiting to growl 105 bhp power at 3800 rpm and a staggering…

  • 2012 Mercedes Benz ML350 CDI launched in India for Rs 66 lakh

    Vikram Kumar
    15 May 2012 | 6:55 am
    Mercedes fans in India will be thrilled to know that Mercedes has launched the new 2012 ML350 in India for a price of Rs 66 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). The German luxury carmaker will bring the first 100 units, with AMG styling, via the CBU route. The 2012 ML350 SUV will be locally assembled later this year and will a cheaper variant will be launched for Rs 56.90lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), without the AMG-bodykit. Mercedes had showcased the ML350 SUV at the 2012 Auto Expo held in January and had planned to launch it in April. However, the hike in customs duty prescribed by the Union Budget had…
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  • Mercedes-Benz launched the C-Class Edition 30

    14 May 2012 | 2:51 am
    Mercedes-Benz Australia is celebrating 30 years of the German brand’s entry-level luxury car with the special ‘Edition 30’ package for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The $3390 Edition 30 pack is available on the C200 and C200 CDI variants. It includes 17-inch alloy wheels, sunroof, Comand system with satellite navigation and a reversing camera, saving customers more than $3000 if they ordered the options individually. The Edition 30 option takes the price of the C200 sedan to $61,990 and the C200 CDI sedan to $64,290 before on-road costs. Read more...

  • Ferrari 458 Italia | Evolution 2 MotorSport Tuning

    14 May 2012 | 2:26 am
    A tuned version of the Ferrari 458 Italia was released by the guys from Evolution 2 MotorSport. Named "458 Italia Emozione", the tuning kit comes in 2 tones, blue and silver and it's powered by a 4.5 L V8 engine generating 602 horse power. Evolution 2 MotorSport decided to add a new front splitter, mirror caps, chrome finished air duct, rear spoiler and rear deffuser and a custom 21-inch alloys. Read more...

  • Discount Porsche Canceled. Again

    12 May 2012 | 3:42 am
    Good news for armchair brand strategists: Porsche’s race to the bottom (of the price range) has been cancelled. There will be no entry-level roadster below the Boxster, Porsche CEO Wolfgang Müller told the Stuttgarter Zeitung today. It’s not that there won’t be lots of new customers for the bargain-Porsche. Current customers don’t want their... Read more...

  • Quotations From Chairman Carlos Ghosn

    12 May 2012 | 2:59 am
    Ford wanted to hire Carlos Ghosn instead of Mulally. Ghosn said no. Kerkorian wanted Ghosn to save GM, Wagoner prevented it. For you, dear TTAC reader, Carlos Ghosn is available.Chief of Nissan and Renault, Ghosn is the ultimate rock star of the industry. He is the master of the unprepared remark. Any of his statements, delivered with... Read more...

  • Fuel Prices - Daily Index 5.12.2012

    12 May 2012 | 2:38 am
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  • How to Boost Your Luxury SUVs Performance

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 3:29 pm
    Luxury SUVs are some of the hottest models on the roads. Most of the American public begins to salivate when one of the new luxury SUVs drives by, but the base price of $80,000 and monthly payments of $1,200+ puts them way out of reach for the average American. One alternative is to look for previously owned luxury SUVs. The nice thing about previously owned luxury vehicles is that the vehicles have usually been well maintained, and there are many reliable reviews available. 2007-2010 Cadillac Escalade photographed in College Park, Maryland, USA. Category:GMT926 Category:White SUVs (Photo…

  • 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Changes

    admin
    9 May 2012 | 5:36 pm
    The Mitsubishi Outlander is a compact crossover that can be a good choice for families looking for an affordable, roomy and comfortable SUV. The Outlander has available all-wheel drive, choice of two engine sizes, attractive styling, and third-row seating that separates it from its competitors such as the Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5. The Outlander’s Past The Outlander, whose platform is based off the Mitsubishi Lancer compact sedan, was first introduced in the U.S. as a 2003 model. It was Mitsubishi’s first crossover, offering the utility of a larger vehicle with the…

  • Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5

    admin
    27 Apr 2012 | 1:25 pm
    The all-new 2013 Mazda CX-5 gives buyers another strong model to consider in the compact crossover class, which also includes the Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue, and Chevrolet Equinox. While not all new, the refreshed 2012 CR-V has raised the bar for the model offering more interior room, better fuel economy, and new styling. In this Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5 comparison, NewSUV.org wants to take a more direct approach to evaluating these two models. Below are 10 of the most important aspects buyers look for in a vehicle and how we rate them. 1. Exterior Styling – This is very subjective. Some…

  • Top 10 SUV Polls of the Past Year

    admin
    23 Apr 2012 | 3:02 am
    Here at NewSUV.org, we have been running polls for nearly a year now. During this time we have run more than 40 polls. We love to hear from our visitors and get their engagement. 2012 has brought a lot of great new models and interest from those looking at new models and aficionados alike. We have had numerous polls receive hundreds of votes. We thought we’d take this opportunity to look back at the polls that received the most votes. Below is the list of our top 10 SUV polls of the past year: #10. Which is your favorite 7-passenger luxury crossover? #9. If you had $30,000 to spend on a new…

  • 2013 Chevy Traverse Changes

    admin
    19 Apr 2012 | 3:04 am
    The Chevy Traverse has been a hit for GM since it debuted in 2009. In 2011, the three-row midsize crossover has sold over 100,000 units. But this has not stopped Chevy from making some significant changes in the Traverse for 2013. The 2013 Traverse debuted at the 2012 New York International Auto Show with a facelift compared to the 2012 Traverse. The 2013 Traverse sports a new front grille with three-row chrome-finish, which is expected to make its way into the rest of Chevy’s SUV lineup. The 2013 model has redesigned sportier tail lamps and new headlamp arrays, and a new fog light design.
 
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    The CarWoo! Chronicle

  • Catalytic Converter Theft in Detroit

    Steve K
    15 May 2012 | 4:39 pm
    The catalytic converter is my favorite car part to say. It rolls off the tongue like cheese from a fondue fork onto a baguette. Plus they’re important. Catalytic converters control the chemicals and compounds that can compromise the smell of your car’s interior. (Try saying that out loud and tell me it’s not fun to say.) The converters also contain platinum and palladium. And thieves in the Detroit metro area have been targeting them for their resale value at local scrapyards. Robbers hit quick, jacking up the vehicles with a jack, rolling under like a stealth agent and making two quick…

  • Best Convertibles for 2012

    Cam
    15 May 2012 | 11:41 am
    It’s about time for a new list The right convertible will help you capture that moment when the summer wind comes blowing in, so find your price range* and get out of that dank basement.  Actually, log into CarWoo!, buy one of these convertibles, and then go. *Numbers are subject to increase if you get greedy   Best Bargain Convertibles for 2012 2012 FIAT 500c ($20,000- $25,000) The 500c seems to fall into two categories, depending on who you talk to.  It’s either a trendy gimmick or a stylish good time on four wheels.  The 500c offers obvious price benefits, a somewhat wind…

  • The CarWoo! Infographic That Can’t Be Ignored, Part 2

    Dave
    14 May 2012 | 7:25 pm
    Until today, if anyone approached a major Internet department and said that they should be closing 61% of their leads, many may have balked. They’d cite example after example of how this simply isn’t possible. And the truth is, the more they’re like the lowest closing-ratio dealer, the more examples in their arsenal. And with more examples comes a stronger belief. But, just like the General Manager in Part 1 wiped last month’s sales board clean, we have to put that behind us. Here are the three essential steps to increase your local customer closing rate 10x. Step 1: Determine if…

  • Google Receives Inaugural Driverless License with a Las Vegas-esque Caveat

    Steve K
    14 May 2012 | 4:08 pm
    Google, the pioneering company that empowers millions of corporate workers to not remember anything, has been trying to extend its “let us think about it for you with our algorithms” ethos to cars. And Nevada just handed over permission to Google to test its non-think technology on the state’s long, hot, dusty roads. So far Google has equipped eight vehicles (six Toyota Prius, an Audi TT and a Lexus RX450h) with the driverless technology. The technology combines artificial intelligence software, a global positioning system and an array of sensors to prevent you from doing exactly what…

  • 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco

    Cam
    14 May 2012 | 11:30 am
    Sometimes a redesign can be a beautiful thing.  Thanks to Chevy’s decision to overhaul the Malibu for the 2013 model year, the sedan now promises to be a top pick for families. The first trim Chevy is offering is the 2013 Malibu Eco.  Here’s a look at what it’s all about. Chevrolet Malibu Eco Feature Highlights The 2013 Malibu Eco is a midsize 5 passenger family sedan designed to compete with the Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata, and Honda Accord.  Starting from $25,235, Chevy offers the Malibu Eco in two trim levels: the 1SA and 2SA.  Standard Eco features include eAssist technology…
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  • Maserati Race Car Pictures

    Mike
    16 May 2012 | 2:30 am
    by Mike - After the Maserati 200SI Race Car post yesterday I thought you all might like to see more pictures of these beautiful Italian sculptures. I am also trying out new slide show software. Click on the first picture then go through the slide show either by clicking on the arrow in the lower [...]

  • 1957 Maserati 200SI Race Car

    Mike
    15 May 2012 | 2:30 am
    by Mike - Maserati made some of the most beautiful race cars of the 1950s even though they were not a great success on the race track. The 200SI is one of those beauties. Maserati made 30 of the 200S and 200SI models between 1955 and 1958. The alloy engine is a 2-liter in line [...]

  • A Review Of “Documentary Carrera Panamericana (1950-54)”

    Mike
    13 May 2012 | 2:30 am
    by Mike - I did not know much about the Carrera Panamericana because it was all before my time. I learned more from this film than all other knowledge that I had combined. The Chrysler above raced in the Carrera Panamericana, although it is not in the film as far as I know. I saw this [...]

  • Bill Cosby Talks With Carroll Shelby

    Mike
    12 May 2012 | 11:17 am
    by Mike – Bill Cosby and Carroll Shelby were friends. There is a lot of truth in this story, just Listen for 12:34. Bill Cosby did not keep the Cobra for very long. Thanks to Cindy Meitle for sending this to me.
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    The Car Connection

  • 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

    16 May 2012 | 2:26 am
    A Range Rover for a more enthusiastic set of drivers, the Range Rover Sport may not be the brand's hallmark vehicle, but it is its most exciting vehicle, even with the arrival of the pint-sized Evoque. Reimagined on a smaller scale than the big Rangie, but with much of its off-road ability, the Sport is the stepping stone between the...

  • Audi TT

    16 May 2012 | 1:57 am
    The Audi TT is a sporty 2+2 coupe or convertible that has evolved significantly since 2000, when it was first introduced. While for the first few years after its 2000 model-year intro, the TT was strictly rolling sculpture and eye candy, it's changed roles somewhat, morphing into more of a full-fledged sports car. In any case, the sporty TT and...

  • 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, 2012 Hyundai Azera Earn Top Safety Ratings

    15 May 2012 | 9:26 pm
    The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, and the 2012 Hyundai Azera—both recently redesigned family-size sedans—have earned top crash-test ratings across the board from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Also taking into consideration their standard safety equipment, they've been named among the list of IIHS Top Safety Picks. The...

  • 2012 Toyota Prius C: Best City MPG, And Now A Top Safety Pick

    15 May 2012 | 9:09 pm
    Just a year ago, a Prius was a Prius. But this year, say that iconic hybrid model name and you could be speaking of one of three different body styles or four quite different models—the 2012 Toyota Prius Liftback, the Toyota Prius V wagon, the Toyota Prius Plug-In, or the Toyota Prius C. And with each of them quite different in weight, if...

  • Fiat's Giving Away Ten 2012 500s To Lucky Facebook Fans

    15 May 2012 | 11:02 am
    Fiat has reached the 500,000 fan mark on Facebook and it is looking to celebrate. It is running a sweepstakes for all of its Facebook fans, and 10 lucky fans will win a brand new 2012 Fiat 500. Along with giving away ten 500s, Fiat is also giving the first 500,000 eligible fans $500 towards the purchase of any new Fiat vehicle. To participate...
 
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    MotorAuthority

  • British Racing Firm Lola Appoints Administrator

    16 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    British engineering firm and race car constructor Lola, established in 1958 and based in Huntingdon, England, has announced today that it is suffering from severe cashflow problems and has appointed an administrator. The company, which includes a separate composites division and also works with numerous companies outside of motorsports, released...

  • Atelier Valdeig Teams Up With ArmorTech To Build Tresor SUV

    16 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    A German coachbuilder has joined forces with a Russian firm specializing in armored cars to develop an over-the-top luxury SUV for discerning customers who may consider a Range Rover Vogue just a little too mainstream. The coachbuilder is Atelier Valdeig based in Leipzig, Germany, and together with the guys at ArmorTech plan to launch the Tresor...

  • Marco Andretti Hits 223mph In Tuesday Indy Practice

    16 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Tuesday practice for the 96th Indianapolis 500 on Indianapolis Motor Speedway's 2.5-mile oval looked almost like a race, particularly in the final, "happy" hour when cars and drivers looked to be practicing their race pace in anticipation of the May 27 200-lap bout. With 30 combinations taking to the track on another warm, sunny and not-too-breezy...

  • 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Class Spy Shots

    16 May 2012 | 2:30 am
    Mercedes-Benz recently launched new generations of its A Class and B Class models overseas, and in the near future we’re going to see this small car family expand with even more offerings. One of these is going to be a four-door coupe similar to the current CLS Class, albeit on a considerably smaller scale and with standard front-wheel or...

  • 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Spy Shots

    16 May 2012 | 1:45 am
    The Range Rover SUV is not only one of the most important models for rappers all over the world, but it’s also crucial for Land Rover as most of its other vehicles are based on the same basic design of the boxy off-roader. Models like the Range Rover Sport, LR4 (Discovery) and LR2 (Freelander) all share their basic design and technology with...
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    Green Car Reports

  • New Brammo Empulse Electric Motorcycle Unveiled

    15 May 2012 | 3:00 pm
    Electric motorcycle manufacturer Brammo has revealed two brand new motorcycles, the Empulse and Empulse R. Each motorcycle offers both a 100 mph top speed, and 100 miles of range. The company has incorporated features suggested from research on its previous products, to ensure the Empulse and Empulse R are more advanced than ever. Power is put to...

  • Nanotech Solution To Hydrogen Fuel Puzzle From Brookhaven Lab?

    15 May 2012 | 2:00 pm
    A team of researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, New York, has opened the door to a future of clean, cheap hydrogen fuel by ditching a popular platinum catalyst in favor of one based on two low cost alternatives, nickel and molybdenum. Until now, the manufacture of hydrogen gas has faced a huge and somewhat ironic obstacle: Though...

  • Better Place Battery Swapping: The Technology Behind The Idea

    15 May 2012 | 1:00 pm
    Last week, we shared with you our first-hand experience of driving an electric car through a Better Place battery swap station in Israel. Publicly, especially outside of Israel, Better Place’s concept of switching out depleted electric car battery packs for fully charged ones at its proprietary automated switch stations is what the firm is...

  • 2013 Mazda CX-5 & 2012 Mazda3: Real-World Gas Mileage Boost From SkyActiv Engine

    15 May 2012 | 12:00 pm
    The trend is clear: To get higher gas mileage, almost all new cars will have smaller, more efficient engines. Mazda says its new line of SkyActiv engines and transmissions, though, take the carmaker to new heights of fuel efficiency. We recently tested two different Mazdas fitted with its SkyActive-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed...

  • 2012 Toyota Prius C, Malibu Eco Get IIHS Top Safety Pick Award

    15 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    Following in the tire-tracks of its older, larger and wagon-variant siblings,the 2012 Toyota Prius C has been awarded the coveted Top Safety Pick Award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). A separate set of crash tests from those carried out by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the IIHS tests are...
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    MODIFIED RIDES

  • Modified Car Pictures and wallpapers

    shawn
    30 Apr 2012 | 3:58 pm
    For lots of modified and custom car pictures check out http://www.modifiedcarroom.com

  • Crews TV - Skys Modified Car Show

    nickscvc
    31 Mar 2012 | 2:57 pm
    Hi all, Just a quick introduction to us here at Crews and our TV showing which is premiering this Sunday (1st April) 9pm on Sky Showcase (Channel 203) We at CrewsVs.com have spent a lot of our time attending, photographing and filming as many local and major car meets as we physically can meeting car enthusiasts like yourselves. Now we are at a stage to take it to the next level and bring the car modifying scene along with us! Firstly; we are not trying to sell you anything, nor are we ...

  • Modified Car Room

    shawn
    18 Mar 2012 | 8:20 am
    Check out Modified Car Room, with lots of modified car pictures and videos.http://modifiedcarroom.creatingforum.com

  • Modified Rides

    shawn
    1 Feb 2012 | 7:51 am
    Check out modified rides brand new website at http://modifiedcarroom.creatingforum.com

  • Chanel 2.55

    luckyed
    8 Sep 2011 | 11:04 am
    Chanel 2.55 is a forever classic wholesalehandbagdirect.com/]handbags[/url] . Let’s have a look at the story behind this bag. The 2.55 bag was first introduced in February 1955, which Coco Chanel originally designed for her own use.It caused a quick stir among the upscale fashion lovers because it was the first bag to have a strap. With the chain strap, women can have their hand free by easily slinging over the shoulder. The 2.55 bag records the story of the life of Coco Chanel as she turned ...
 
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  • How to Detail Car Bumpers?

    rmenon
    14 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    Detailing of each type of car bumper is different from the other and separate detailing treatments have been prepared for each type of car bumper. Read the blog post and identify the different type... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Importance of Washing Your Car’s Windows

    rmenon
    10 May 2012 | 3:38 pm
    Car windows are definitely an important component of your car and while washing your vehicle, you should not ignore the windows. Read the blog post and identify the real importance of cleaning car... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • When to Use Clay in Detailing Your Car?

    rmenon
    7 May 2012 | 8:45 am
    Auto detailing clay can be explained as a necessity for all cars as this process has the capacity to remove dirt from the car paint which a normal car wash cannot. Read on more and find out how often... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • How Often Should Car Wax Buffer Pads Be Replaced?

    rmenon
    30 Apr 2012 | 7:00 am
    The purpose of making use of the wax buffer pads is to ensure that the car has a professional look even after prolonged use. Read on more to find out out how to effectively make use of car wax buffer... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • How to Keep Your Car Paint from Fading?

    rmenon
    26 Apr 2012 | 7:00 am
    Although your car paint is bound to fade, by simply following the right steps, you can delay the fading process and definitely keep the car in its brand new condition. Read the blog post and find out... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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    Top Gear Rules

  • Chevrolet to launch Trax Small SUV this fall

    Feni
    15 May 2012 | 1:11 pm
    Some reports in media said that Chevrolet would bring back a nameplate used more than five years ago for a short-lived concept vehicle for their new global market compact crossover. The Chevrolet Trax, which is identical to the platform of Gamma II Opel Mokka and Buick Encore, would become the entry-level crossover in the lineup of the bowtie badge. Although Mexico serves as the launch market of the Chevrolet Trax SUV, the American based automaker says that the new crossover will not be provided in the United States dealerships because of the strong position of another Chevrolet’s, which is…

  • Porsche preparing smaller sedan to match E-Class?

    Feni
    15 May 2012 | 1:08 pm
    Rumors circulating around automotive industry in German said that Porsche is now in the process of developing a smaller sedan on the looks of Panamera. It is said that the strategy is done to compete its rival, which is also German automaker, Mercedes-Benz with its E-Class and the CL Coupe. The report also said that the name of the new model would be the Pajun. Some analysts predicted that if the rumor is true, than the price of the Porsche Pajun will somewhere upwards of $84,000. Another report published by Reuters indicated that the German luxury sports car manufacturer after reaching huge…

  • Audi preparing Q3 Red Track Concept for Worthersee Tour

    Feni
    15 May 2012 | 1:05 pm
    All of us remember the Audi Q3 Jinlong Yufeng Concept that was displayed at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show last month. Because of the success of the Chinese-spec concept, now the German automaker is preparing another Q3 concept SUV in the pipeline, it is dubbed as the Audi Q3 Red Track Concept. Taken from the car’s name, the Audi Q3 Red Track Concept has been finished with a fiery piece of Energy Red color paint, which an iconic choice considering that the Q3 concept SUV is being pegged as a winter car. It can be seen clearly, because from the images published by the German company, the SUV is…

  • Ferrari Millenio Concept by Marko Petrovic

    Feni
    15 May 2012 | 1:05 pm
    In the world of futuristic components and materials for future cars, we never thought that carbon fiber composites would be superseded by something called buckypaper, but if the design of Marko Petrovic ever comes to fruition, then we could see a lot more vehicles being constructed out of this material featuring carbon nanotubes. Even Buckypaper is currently in its early stages of development, but automotive experts believed that this material would be better than other materials we found today. They believed that car’s weigh can be radically reduced using the new material and it is…
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  • 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia China Special Edition

    admin
    13 May 2012 | 8:48 pm
    The first factory vehicle from Maranello to hit the shores of China was a 1992 Ferrari 348 TS. Two decades later, the company is celebrating its anniversary in China by designing and engineering twenty special-edition copies of 458 Italia inspired by the market. Besides the vehicle, it will also be opening its first permanent marque exhibition outside of Maranello at Italian Center of World Expo Park of Shanghai. The show will be held for 3 years and will cover around 10,000 square feet. The Show will be divided into five sections: Green Technology, Ferrari in China, Design, Racing and…

  • BMW M2, 2 Series Gran Coupe and 2 Series models: Rumors

    admin
    10 May 2012 | 4:59 am
    After a stage of silenzio stampa, the interwebs’ popular BMW insider Scott27 returns with more rumors about BMW Group’s future models. Scott27 provides detailed descriptions around the forthcoming 2 Series Cabriolet and Coupe, a revelation: 2 Series Gran Coupe or a Gran Coupe Compact and the somewhat expected and highly rumored M2. The Germany’s latest Autobild magazine is at present running a feature on BMW and its 17 new vehicles due from the firm over the course of the next 2-3 years. The 2er will be the company’s entry Coupe equipped with Rear Wheel Drive system. With…

  • 2012 BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Silver Edition Launched

    admin
    23 Apr 2012 | 7:39 am
    BMW announced its exclusive new BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Silver Edition model as a part of 40th anniversary year of BMW M GmbH. Just 100 of high performance coupes will be marketed in the United Kingdom and will be featuring distinctive content for making it a truly collectable item. Motivation for the all-new model comes from a powerful V8 engine, which is good for pulsating 420 horsepower with 400 newton meters of torque. The engine is mated to 7-speed M DCT transmission with variable M differential and accelerates from 0 to 60 miles per hour in the time range of 4.6 seconds. The 2012 BMW M3…

  • Audi RS Q3 Revealed

    admin
    19 Apr 2012 | 5:16 am
    Audi has unveiled the latest member of its performance oriented RS lineup, ahead of its launch Beijing Motor Show next week. This concept vehicle adds an additional dose of luxury, visual and power aggression to Audi’s smallest sport utility vehicle. Motivation for the RS Q3 comes from the same five-cylinder 2.5 liter turbocharged powerplant like the one found on RS3 and TT RS hatchback, albeit in the Q3 has 20 more horsepower, at 355bhp. The engine is mated to a dual clutch seven-speed transmission and accelerates from 0 to 60 miles per hour in the time range of 5.2 seconds with the top…

  • NYIAS 2012 US Premiere – MINI JCW Countryman

    admin
    8 Apr 2012 | 8:05 pm
    The diminutive sports utility vehicle of Mini packs large attitude and John Cooper Works Countryman has made its way stateside. All Mini models come equipped with front wheel drive, a part of their charm, unique driving character and heritage. The base Countryman S comes with various technological enhancements, starting with the suspension, which is lowered by 10 mm, with stiffer anti-roll bars and little stiffer spring rates that measure 17 mm and 22 mm rear and front. The standard wheel size measures 17 inches with larger wheels offered as option. The single twin-scroll 1.6 liter…
 
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  • Total Loss Vehicle Disposal Options

    Don Elliott
    16 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    After an accident, drivers face a number of choices. Recovering from injury, missed days at work, financial responsibility and vehicle repairs are a few of those choices. What to do with the damaged car is another choice that needs to be made fairly quickly. Immediately following a bad accident, the police generally take charge of [...]

  • Determining Used Car Value After an Accident

    Don Elliott
    15 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    CRASH! Out of nowhere another driver smashes into your car. It looks bad. You’re okay, but pieces of your car are all over the intersection. The ride in the tow truck after the accident is something you’ll never forget—and not in a good way. The insurance company tells you that your car is “a total [...]

  • Car Air Conditioning Tune Up Time

    Don Elliott
    10 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    Warmer days are up ahead. Now would be a good time to have your car air conditioning system checked to make sure that the air will blow cold even on the hottest summer days. Car air conditioning systems are fairly simple in concept but complicated to service. A technician certified under the EPA Section 609 [...]

  • New Car Maintenance Schedule

    Don Elliott
    9 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    Are you one of those vehicle owners who never even looks at your car manual? How do you plan for car maintenance expenses? What automotive maintenance work do you need to schedule besides oil changes and tire rotations? All of these answers are in your car manual. New car manufacturers put an owner’s manual in [...]

  • Doing Your Homework Before The Auto Auction

    Don Elliott
    8 May 2012 | 4:00 am
    Buying cars at an auto auction can be risky business, even if you are a car dealer. A good friend and owner of a small car dealership called me in my office earlier today. He was at the auto auction, ready to bid on a 2009 Honda CR-V. This dealer has been an active auto [...]
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  • BMW presents five-door 114i and M135i models

    rikk
    15 May 2012 | 2:04 pm
    BMW released details and photos for the five-door versions of the new 114i and M135i. The first one is powered by a 1.6-liter petrol unit able to produce 101 horsepower and 180 Nm of torque for a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 11,2 seconds. The top speed of the model is rated at 195 km/h with fuel consumption figures of 5,5 liters/100km and CO2 emissions of 129 g/km. 2013 BMW M135i On the other hand, the more potent BMW M135i comes with a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine able to deliver 315 horsepower at 5,800rpm and 450Nm of torque from 1,300rpm. 2013 BMW M135i “Harmoniously matching,…

  • Confirmed for Paris: 2013 Chevrolet Trax

    Lupica G.
    15 May 2012 | 5:40 am
    There are still several months until the beginning of the 2012 Paris Motor Show but this doesn’t seem to ring any bell with the Americans at Chevrolet. They’ve just announced that the 2013 Chevrolet Trax will be one of their stars at the French event. 2013 Chevrolet Trax If this seems a little out of the blue to you, it’s because it is. The Chevrolet Trax hasn’t really been heard of outside some patent filings. The new Chevy is a crossover that’s not really as new as it seems. Essentially, what we’re dealing with is a re-skinned Buick Encore or Opel Mokka,…

  • 2012 Hyundai Elantra under investigation

    Lupica G.
    14 May 2012 | 8:40 pm
    Here’s something nasty and unexpected, the 2012 Hyundai Elantra has gone under investigation for some serious safety concerns. A recent accident involving one such car in the US had very unpleasant end for the driver. He wasn’t killed or seriously injured but there was a problem that could lead to both. 2011 Hyundai Elantra The incident saw all the airbags deploy properly and do their job. All but one of the side airbags which did more than that. When it deployed, the side airbag took with it a strap of metal which ended up severing part of the man’s ear off. Naturally, this…

  • Active Sound Symposer with Ford Focus

    Marcus
    14 May 2012 | 3:38 pm
    Just what sports drivers wanted, Ford added a sound symposer to their Focus model. Now the car’s engine will not just sing- it will roar! It took an addition of a small tube- the sound symposer. It amplifies throaty frequencies that most enthusiasts crave in sports cars. Engineers amplified the lower range frequencies of the engine. These frequencies that lie between 200 Hz and 450 Hz are loved by auto enthusiasts. This sound tube concept was used in the past on Mustang. But the sound symposer is a unique tool because it has an electronic valve that opens/closes according to gear selection,…

  • Bentley Continental GT – actually has decent fuel economy

    Lupica G.
    13 May 2012 | 7:54 pm
    Decent fuel economy is, of course, one of the stupidest things to say about the fuel economy of a road burning monster the likes of the Bentley Continental GT. The thing is, they’ve recently introduced a twin-turbo V8 powered version of the grand tourer and the British were quite proud of the 40% increase in fuel economy they achieved. 2013 Bentley Continental GT V8 As it turns out, it wasn’t all hot air. Though it’s still one of the big gas guzzlers that frighten eco minded people to death, the V8 does well. The original forecast saw them manage an “astonishing”…
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  • How to Buy Used Cars

    admin
    9 May 2012 | 11:58 am
    We usually focus on smaller new cars on this blog, but for those on a budget or just looking to save on vehicle costs, used cars can be the way to go. However, when buying a used car, buyers need to carefully inspect the vehicle and spend more time investigating its history and condition than they would a new car. Instead of writing a lengthy post providing tips on how to buy used cars, we are providing this infographic below courtesy of our friends at NetCars.com. While this infographic was prepared for a British audience, these tips are global in nature. How to Buy Used Cars is a post from:…

  • Dodge Dart Release Date

    admin
    17 Apr 2012 | 12:26 pm
    Chrysler has announced the 2013 Dodge Dart release date will be June 2012, when U.S. dealers take in their first shipments. The arrival of the all-new Dart is big news as the model is critical for Chrysler to gain traction in the growing small car segment. Based on early reviews, the 2013 Dart is a vast improvement over the outgoing Dodge Caliber and should help the model take on its compact sedan competitors such as the Ford Focus, Chevy Cruze, Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic, and Toyota Corolla. Dart Pricing & Trim Lines Chrysler has also announce the pricing on the dart. The base Dart SE…

  • Compact Car Performance Improvements: Getting the Best out of your Vehicle

    admin
    8 Apr 2012 | 3:18 am
    If you’re looking to improve aspects of your small car’s performance such as top speed, acceleration, horsepower output, and more, you’ll need to make some modifications to your vehicle’s existing framework. Namely, you’ll have to focus on two areas where improvements can be made most effectively: using add-ons to supplement your compact car’s stock performance results, and using replacements to switch out less-effective parts with ones that outperform them. Below, we’ll target several specific performance upgrades you can make to your small vehicle, so that whether you have a…

  • Most Stolen Cars

    admin
    8 Apr 2012 | 3:18 am
    Car theft is a major problem throughout the country. Each month, many thousands of cars are broken into and stolen. Some owners park their car one night only to wake up the next morning and never see it again. Car break-ins affect nearly all neighborhoods, and are a significant contributing factor to high auto insurance costs. LoJack, a company that provides theft prevention and car recovery services, has released its 2010 “Vehicle Theft Recovery Report”. It is the second year the company has published the report, which lists the top 10 most stolen cars in America. According to LoJack,…

  • 2012 Ford Focus ST

    admin
    8 Apr 2012 | 3:18 am
    The 2012 Ford Focus ST is a new high performance hatchback that takes aim at other sporty powerful compact hatches such as the Subaru Impreza WRX, Mazda MazdaSpeed3, and Volkswagen GTI. The Focus ST has not previously been available in North America but the Focus SVT was a higher performance version of the model that was last offered in the U.S. for the 2004 model. The Focus SVT had a 2.0-liter 170 horsepower engine. Engine and Power The Focus was all-new for 2011 so there are otherwise few changes for the 2012 model year. The Focus ST features Ford’s lightweight, all-aluminum 2.0-liter…
 
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  • Tour of California, stage 1: Sacramento to Santa Rosa via 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

    James Raia
    13 May 2012 | 5:43 pm
    The start of the 2012 Amgen Tour of California is in Santa Rosa, about two hours from my Sacramento home, and it was my first freeway driving with 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. My weekly driver edition is the Korean manufacturer's ...read more

  • Scion FR-S, 2013: Long time coming for Toyota sports car

    Dan Jedlicka
    12 May 2012 | 1:14 am
    Toyota’s first production sports car was its tiny 45-horsepower 1965-69 Sports 800, followed by its dazzling limited-production 150-horsepower 1967-70 2000GT, which was built with Yamaha’s help. Toyota’s last sports car was the 1985-1995 MR2. “Sports cars have become boring. They ...read more

  • Carroll Shelby: Automotive legend, medical marvel dies at age 89

    Weekly Driver News Service
    12 May 2012 | 12:37 am
    Carroll Shelby, the sole member of a rare automotive fraternity who rose to prominence as a driver, builder and owner, has died at age 89 in Dallas, Texas. Shelby won the 24 Hours of Le Mans for Aston Martin in ...read more

  • Honda Pilot, 2012: Best buy midsize SUV/minivan

    Dan Jedlicka
    9 May 2012 | 12:47 am
    The mid-size Honda Pilot hits all the sweet spots when it comes to three-row family minivans—plenty of space, good power, decent handling, comfort and even optional all-wheel drive. The Pilot is generally called an SUV, but lines between vehicle categories ...read more

  • Honda Crosstour, 2012: A practical SUV alternative, but sadly no Accord wagon

    Alex Kramer
    4 May 2012 | 3:30 pm
    What do you call a Honda Accord wagon that isn’t a wagon but should appeal to those who would buy an Accord wagon? If you’re Honda, it's the Crosstour. Introduced in 2010 as the Accord Crosstour, Honda dropped Accord for ...read more
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  • Should Breakdowns be Punished?

    Brian Driggs
    15 May 2012 | 12:23 pm
    We’ve all been there. Rush hour. It’s hot, you just want to get home, and traffic is moving even slower than usual. Most of the slow-down is caused by rubber-neckers trying to to get a good look at that poorly maintained hooptie on the shoulder puking what’s left of its coolant or limping along on the shredded remains of that tire that’s been bald for months. Should the guy who couldn’t maintain his vehicle be fined (or jailed) for causing the traffic jam?  image: Ginny Warner, loosha.nl If you’re lucky, the steaming pile of unmaintained scrap on the…

  • Build a Better EV

    Brian Driggs
    10 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    This story is not about “peak oil” or running out of finite resources. It’s about gearheads. EV gearheads are relatively few and far between, but they are growing in numbers by the day. Whether or not we’re going to run out of oil is irrelevant. It should be painfully obvious by now that the price of fuel is only headed one direction – up. Eventually, we’ll reach a point where our thirsty playthings only come out to play on the weekend or for special occasions. But that doesn’t mean we’ll have to buy some US$50,000 EV. We’re gearheads. We…

  • SMART Goals

    Brian Driggs
    9 May 2012 | 11:00 am
    What is a SMART goal? Really, it’s just a clever acronym, but once you’ve experienced one for yourself, it’s hard to see lesser goals as being worth your time. They aren’t always easy to come up with, but when they do – POW! – Catalina (effing) Wine Mixer. The sky’s the limit. Here’s my gearhead’s explanation of SMART goals.  Most of this article was originally published on my personal blog back in 2010, but considering our recent story on why we buy new cars, I thought it might be good to bring it back here on Gearbox Magazine. SMART goals are a simple, yet powerful…

  • The Sigmatron

    Dennis DeJong
    8 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    No, it’s not a Transformer. No, it’s neither seeking to conquer nor save Planet Earth. But it sure sounds like it could be any of the above. It’s the Sigmatron, it’s a former concept car, and it’s literally one-of-a-kind. We’ve all seen concept cars; sleek, sexy, sporting all the latest styling queues, they are how manufacturers put their best feet forward to the motoring press. They know these vehicles are the stuff of dreams, showing off the full potential of what they can do when they put their minds to it. Some concept cars go on to be production…

  • FF: Why We Buy New Cars

    Brian Driggs
    4 May 2012 | 9:00 am
    I recently got so fed up with my 1992 Galant VR4 that I sold it. Not just sold it, but completely rebuilt it, fixing everything mechanical that was conceivably wrong with it – up to and including replacing the entire engine and transmission. When I got it all back together and ready to deliver to the new owner across town, I was blown away at just how nice “my” car really was. So why do we get fed up with our cars and move on?  Today is Forum Friday, the one day of the week I’m supposed to have a handful of neat threads to share with you from all over the web.
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  • 2012 Audi A5, New Audi A5 Coupe will be OTR this month

    MS. Maulana
    15 May 2012 | 9:45 am
    Car Auto Online - 2012 Audi A5, New Audi A5 Coupe will be OTR this month - GMM as the holder agent of Audi trademark in Indonesia plans to launch the New Audi A5 Coupe this month, May 2012. The New Audi A5 Coupe has undergone a refresher in some parts, which strengthened the character of the model as a premium vehicle.2012 Audi A5 Coupe will come with new designed front and rear lights with an optional of xenon and LED daytime running lights technology. In addition, a new bumper featuring air hole with a new nice looking grille, and a flat fog lights.The A5 is equipped with a 3200 cc FSI…

  • Alfa Romeo 8c Competizione

    MS. Maulana
    21 Apr 2012 | 5:49 pm
    Car Auto Online - Alfa Romeo 8c Competizione - Alfa Romeo, the Italian maker of cars is famous for its range of race and sports cars in the 1930s. In 1986 they joined the Fiat Group and have continued making the most stylish and controversial cars. In 2003 they showcased their new concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This was a classic super coupe which had a limited release in 2007 of just 500 cars as the Alfa Romeo 8c Competizione.The car is similar to the early Alfa Romeo sports cars of the 1930s and is a tribute to the 1948 6 cylinder 2500 Alfa Romeo Competizione which was a third…

  • 2012 Ferrari 599 GTO, Hot Supercar Specifications and Performance

    MS. Maulana
    20 Apr 2012 | 7:35 am
    Car Auto Online - 2012 Ferrari 599 GTO, Hot Supercar Specifications and Performance - Ferrari claimed 599 GTO as the fastest higway supercar in the world today. Ferrari 599 GTO was even able to record a lap time of 1 minute 24 seconds in Fiorano circuit. The claim is making sense because 599 GTO which is based on 599XX, refers to a racing car technology. Even so, the 599 GTO that comes with engine capacity of 6.0-liter is legal as a road car.With a weight of just 1.495 kgs, 599 GTO which is powered 670 hp, has weight vs power ratio only 2.23 kg / hp. What does the figure mean? The answer is,…

  • 2012 Ford Fiesta ST

    MS. Maulana
    5 Apr 2012 | 1:31 am
    Car Auto Online - 2012 Ford Fiesta ST - The presence of the latest Ford Fiesta does not seem quite satisfied for the U.S. automaker, Ford Motor Company. Ford continues to make innovations in their automotive products with presenting the 2012 Ford Fiesta ST.2012 Ford Fiesta ST is currently in a stage of refinement before it is launched into the global market. Ford Fiesta ST was caught on camera when tested at the Nurburgring track in Germany. The exterior of Fiesta ST, clearly defined form of improvement through grille and bumper design. 2012 Ford Fiesta ST will be released in 2 models, 3…

  • 2012 Ford Fiesta ECOnetic, Ford’s Fuel Efficient City Car

    MS. Maulana
    26 Mar 2012 | 11:57 pm
    Car Auto Online - 2012 Ford Fiesta ECOnetic, Ford’s Fuel Efficient City Car - Ford of Europe started producing New Fiesta ECOnetic last month. New Fiesta ECOnetic is equipped with the latest technology of fuel-efficient vehicles. It said the car will be the most economical vehicle in the class of city car. Fiesta ECOnetic consumes fuel 30.3 km / liter (86.5 mpg).Ford said the new model of Fiesta is capable to consume fuel approximately 3.3l/100km and producing CO2 emissions of only 87g/km. And Fiesta ECOnetic began to be produced at Ford's Cologne Assembly, Germany.New Ford Fiesta will have…
 
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  • Off-road video review: The 2012 KIA Sorento AWD is up for more than just the local Safeway parking lot

    Roman Mica
    15 May 2012 | 4:58 pm
    The 2012 KIA Sorento AWD will most likely spend more time in the supermarket parking lot than taking on the the muddy road less traveled. That's a shame because the 2012 KIA Sorento with All-Wheel-Drive is a very capable off-road ride with hill decent control and even a locking center differential for when the road gets rough. So to test the KIA instead of taking the Sorento on the paved road more traveled, we decided to see how the Sorento does when in the muddy Colorado Rocky Mountains in this off-road review below. Follow on twitter @TFLcar or watch latest car review videos on YouTube.

  • Market Analysis: Chances are good that you too will soon be driving an electric or hybrid car

    Roman Mica
    15 May 2012 | 8:54 am
    Over the last five years, the U.S. auto industry has faced some of the biggest challenges in its history. As a result, there’s been a huge shift in what auto makers are producing and in what consumers are willing to purchase. Now that the public is being more intellectual with their buying habits and demanding more of their vehicles, America is without a doubt, on the verge of an automotive renaissance. With the number of hybrid, plug-in, and electric vehicles at an all-time high, it’s clear that car makers are becoming aware of the fact that the market for these vehicles is getting…

  • 2013 Lexus GS350 vs Jaguar XF Mashup Review: And the best sport luxury sedan is...?

    Roman Mica
    14 May 2012 | 8:19 am
    The 2013 Lexus GS350 is all new and completely redesigned from the ground up. Gone is the stodgy car of old replaced by a much more passionate and sporty Lexus. The 2012 Jaguar XF has gotten a minor facelift but the heart of the car remains the same with a 385 HP V8 under the hood. Both of these cars drive for that perfect balance of sport performance and opulent luxury so which one is better? Check out this unique TFLcar mashup review below as we compare the two luxury sedans to see which one deserves to be called the best sport luxury sedan. Follow on twitter @TFLcar or watch latest car…

  • Pastor Maldonado wins the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix in style

    Roman Mica
    13 May 2012 | 2:33 pm
    The 2012 Formula 1 season surprises again with rookie, Pastor Maldonado, taking his first ever Grand Prix win in Spain this weekend.  This made the Williams team the fifth different constructor to win in the first five races of the season.  The shock of the qualifying sessions was Lewis Hamilton getting disqualified after his provisional pole position.  He failed to meet regulations when he ran out of fuel on the cool-down lap and never reached the pits.  This event promoted Maldonado to the first starting position.  This was the first career pole for the Venezuelan…

  • Best of TFLcar: The 2012 Ford Focus tales on the Mazda 3 in a Mashup Review

    Roman Mica
    13 May 2012 | 7:42 am
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  • Top 10 cars for the Midlife Crisis Club

    redsauce
    9 May 2012 | 4:37 am
    The midlife crisis ‘an emotional crisis of identity and a new found self confidence that can occur in early middle age’ Over the years both men and women have been said to have experienced or are currently experiencing a “midlife crisis”. It seems to suddenly dawn on them that their days of nightclubs and mini skirts have finally come to a close. A number of things could spark the reinvention, maybe a divorce or change in career which then leads to a passion for a new lease of life. Purchasing a sports car can often be the starting point. Central Contracts are about to…

  • What are the benefits of leasing a vehicle?

    redsauce
    25 Apr 2012 | 10:53 am
    If you’re looking for a new car but are worried about the initial cost and stress of saving then leasing could be the perfect solution. There are a multitude of reasons why you should lease a car which you may not even know about. One of the most appealing points of leasing a vehicle either it be for commercial or personal use is the low initial payment which is made at the start of your contract. Usually you will be expected to pay 3 monthly payments upfront. Depending on the vehicle which you want to lease, this is much more manageable than taking out a loan for a car which has a high…

  • Performance and mpg from the Ford EcoBoost!

    redsauce
    23 Apr 2012 | 11:10 am
    When looking to purchase or lease a new car there are number of green requirements which vehicles must posses in order for potential buyers to even consider a test drive. This could be where Ford comes into it’s own with the new 1.0 litre EcoBoost petrol engine. Whilst the radical new engine is the size of an A4 piece of paper, don’t be fooled as this engine seems to have a bite much bigger than its bark. Ford claims that the new engine will offer the same performance as the previous 1.6 litre engine, but can this really shift a Focus around the road at the same velocity? The engine has 3…

  • Flight attempt of the MINI John Cooper Works Countryman!

    redsauce
    16 Apr 2012 | 9:43 am

  • Top Gear’s Star In A Reasonably Priced Car Infographic!

    redsauce
    10 Apr 2012 | 5:59 am
    From: carbuzz.co.uk – The UK car review aggregator
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  • Evolution 2 Motorsport Tunes The Ferrari 458 Italia, Names It Emozione

    Adrian Padeanu
    14 May 2012 | 3:54 am
    Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione By E2M Evolution 2 Motorsport (E2M) has launched a tuning program for the Ferrari 458 Italia. Named “Evoluzione” this upgrade package is inspired by the racing-prepped 458 Italias and comes with an attractive two-tone blue & silver paintwork. It features new mirror caps, front splitter, rear spoiler, chrome-look air duct mesh and trim, double rear lower diffuser, carbon fiber engine bay and custom 21-inch alloys. Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione By E2M Inside the cabin of the Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione we notice the billet alloy pedals and footrests, while the…

  • Smart Confirms escooter Production, Going On Sale In 2014

    Adrian Padeanu
    14 May 2012 | 3:45 am
    Smart escooter Introduced back in 2010 at the Paris Motor Show, the escooter concept developed by Smart will enter the production phase and it will hit the market sometime in 2014. The company said that compared to the concept shown at the show in France, the production version of the escooter is going to be more “developed and refined”. Smart escooter The concept shown two years ago had a 48-volt lithium-ion battery that powered a 5 hp (5 PS / 4 kW) electric wheel hub motor. This hardware configuration allows the escooter to drive at speed of up to 30 mph (45 km/h). Smart says that the…

  • Mini John Cooper Works GP Announced

    Adrian Padeanu
    14 May 2012 | 3:33 am
    Mini John Cooper Works GP The car you see in these photos is the fastest Mini ever made. The Mini John Cooper Works GP has been introduced several days ago at the Mini United festival organized in France and with this occasion the company said that the car can do a lap of the Nurburgring Nordschleife in 8 minutes 23 seconds, which is quicker than the Mini Cooper S equipped with the John Cooper Works GP which can do a lap in 8 minutes 41 seconds. Mini John Cooper Works GP This new model produces somewhere around 220 – 230 hp and comes with a competition-spec braking system, an adjustable…

  • Wheelsandmore Unleashes Ferrari 458 Italia Spider Perfetto

    Adrian Padeanu
    14 May 2012 | 3:21 am
    Ferrari 458 Italia Spider Perfetto by Wheelsandmore The latest tuning program for the superb Ferrari 458 Spider comes from Wheelsandmore and they’ve named it Perfetto. The car comes with a carbon fiber rear diffuser and carbon fiber mirrors. This lightweight material can be used for the interior cabin, engine compartment and the trunk in order to lower the curb weight of the vehicle by 66 lb (30 kg) in comparison to the standard version of the 458 Italia Spider. Ferrari 458 Italia Spider Perfetto by Wheelsandmore The car is now riding on 21-inch forged alloys wrapped around in Hankook S1Evo…

  • VW CrossPolo Urban White Revealed

    Adrian Padeanu
    14 May 2012 | 3:08 am
    Volkswagen CrossPolo Urban White The German automaker Volkswagen has introduced the CrossPolo Urban White special edition which as you can see is wearing a white pearlescent paint, along with gloss black mirrors. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and features tinted windows, while inside the cabin it has cloth/Alcantara sport seats, black headliner and silver stitching. Also on board is the air conditioning system, a chrome trim and a silver-painted center stick. Volkswagen CrossPolo Urban White Clients will be able to choose from one of the four gasoline engines or from one of the three…
 
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  • Will the Fiat 500 take Canada by storm?

    Servicing Stop
    15 May 2012 | 6:16 am
    The Fiat 500 was no doubt designed for the European market. The vehicle has been a major success and is now making its way to Canada, with the countries local press optimistic about the vehicles chances of success. This is not the first time that the Fiat 500 has been released. The car that we see now on the UK roads is a rejuvenated version of the one released around 50 years ago. Chrysler dealerships acting as an outlet Fiat is not exactly a household name in Canada. In fact much of the population have not even heard of the company.  One car manufacturer which many Canadians have heard of…

  • Use your phone at the wheel means no insurance cover

    Servicing Stop
    11 May 2012 | 5:44 am
    It has sensationally been revealed that insurance companies are refusing to provide cover for motorists that are convicted of using their phone behind the wheel. First time offenders no different That’s the case even for those who have been only been caught once. Using your phone whilst driving will give you an unwanted 3 points as you have committed what is known as a CU80 offence. Texting or making a phone call whilst behind the wheel is clearly proving to be more costly than first thought. Not even a quote The news was revealed by the AA, who conducted a survey. Out of 8 major car…

  • The Aston Martin DBS spied upon

    Servicing Stop
    10 May 2012 | 6:51 am
    The brand new Aston Martin DBS has recently been spied on. The 2013 model set to be released at the end of this year looks like it could be better than ever. More muscular Available to the rich only, the vehicle may not adopt the “DBS” badge. The car appears to be more muscular looking in the photos leaked on the internet. The front grille is larger as are the intakes, suggesting an increase in power and performance. The newly designed LED headlights are a wonderful addition. Evolution of design The car seems to have a type of crease going around with the roofline also slanted. The…

  • Becoming a mechanic

    Servicing Stop
    9 May 2012 | 3:53 am
    Looking for a job in the automotive industry? Have you dreamed of becoming a mechanic? Servicing Stop jobs will give a brief guide of how you could become one. We’ll also give an insight of what to expect on the job. What can I do to become a mechanic? The most common and perhaps best option is taking an apprenticeship (Usually only available for 16-24 year olds). You’ll be able to learn by part taking in “hands on” work and getting paid for it at the same time. Typical working conditions will be experienced first-hand. You will gain a real understanding of what it takes to become a…

  • Honda’s profits on the up

    Servicing Stop
    8 May 2012 | 6:13 am
    Honda’s profits have seen a massive increase from 61 per cent for the first three months of the year. This is a wonderful change of fortunes for Japan’s third largest car manufacturer. 2011 was an awful year for the company in terms of sales of profits, following natural disasters in Asia.  Honda has predicted total sales for the year of 4.3 million. Recovery Honda has shown great recovery reporting profits of 71 billion yen for the fourth quarter of 2011. This is an increase 44.5 billion yen from 2010. Clearly Japanese automakers are on their way up. With results like these they are…
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  • F20 BMW M135i details officially available

    Lupica G.
    15 May 2012 | 12:13 am
    With the introduction of the F20-like 1 Series three door, BMW have been much more liberal with the details on the hotter M135i version. Things seem to be pretty straight forward. Ever since the concept tag expired and the first details showed up, surprises disappeared. What has also disappeared is a major concern that had [...]

  • BMW 1 Series three door unveiled [Gallery]

    Lupica G.
    14 May 2012 | 1:40 am
    We’re not yet sure what internal designation BMW will use for it but they’ve unveiled the three door version of the F20 BMW 1 Series hatchback. There’s a lot of interesting stuff to consider with this new launch but there’s quite the set of details that are worth appreciating. The Bavarians haven’t messed about with [...]

  • F30 BMW 3 Series Touring is unveiled

    Lupica G.
    13 May 2012 | 3:18 pm
    So, you thought you’d had enough of the BMW 3 Series latest iteration and all the news coming in about it? Well, it’s not going to end soon. As it happens, BMW’s sales figures are still properly riding on the new F30 delivering on all fronts so they’ve just opened up another one. It’s called [...]

  • BMW M3 and M5 Performance details

    Lupica G.
    12 May 2012 | 6:29 pm
    BMW have dropped the bomb on us with the M Performance versions of the M3 and M5 just a couple of days ago. Now that most of us have gotten used to the idea, the Bavarians have announced some of the details that make them special. Well, the stuff that sets it apart from each [...]

  • BMW 3 Series cabriolet drops top in spy shots

    Lupica G.
    11 May 2012 | 7:28 am
    The BMW 3 Series coupe cabriolet has been spied plenty of times before and yet this time it’s a whole new story we’re looking at. It’s for the first time that the drop top model has actually been spotted with its top dropped rather than just plonked up underneath some serious camouflage. We might be [...]
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  • 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom

    ahliwebsite
    15 May 2012 | 7:26 pm
    2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is a post from: Unique News Of Car Product Review and Car Picture - Newcarupdate.com In 2010, Rolls-Royce Phantom, both the sedan, the coupe or the Drophead Coupé is unlike any other vehicle in production. Some might say that remains the ultimate luxury car. The strong presence, attention to detail, and provide extreme power Rolls-Royce offers the rare combination of an ultra-luxury car designed in the modern day amenities, but with a much traction with the heritage and tradition. In the Phantom’s case, that structure is an aluminum space frame that is both lighter…

  • 2011 Toyota FT-86 II Concept

    ahliwebsite
    15 May 2012 | 7:25 am
    2011 Toyota FT-86 II Concept is a post from: Unique News Of Car Product Review and Car Picture - Newcarupdate.com Toyota car maker has unveiled new sport sedan car with its long hood down, high wing and rear of the cabin, it’s named 2011 Toyota FT-86 II Concept. Toyota automotive giving the clearest indication yet as to the final design of Toyota’s next sports car. The Toyota FT-86 II Concept pays homage to Toyota’s sports car history and is an entirely driver-oriented concept. Its styling was dubbed ‘functional beauty’: its bold, sweeping form has been generated…

  • 2011 Porsche Boxster S Black Edition

    ahliwebsite
    14 May 2012 | 7:26 pm
    2011 Porsche Boxster S Black Edition is a post from: Unique News Of Car Product Review and Car Picture - Newcarupdate.com Porshce car maker has unveiled the limited cars edition sport car only 987 units accross the world, it’s comes be with special Black Edition treatment for the Boxter S and will go on sale in around two months. The 2011 Porsche Boxster S Black Edition combines the timeless appeal of the classic open-roofed roadster with a powerful engine and dramatic styling. It’s also comes with a range of special features that accentuate the driving dynamics and muscular…

  • Destroying the party Lamborghini Gallardo

    ahliwebsite
    14 May 2012 | 7:25 am
    Destroying the party Lamborghini Gallardo is a post from: Unique News Of Car Product Review and Car Picture - Newcarupdate.com What do you do if you know March 15 is World Consumer Rights Day (World Consumer Rights Day)? Protest? Could be. An owner of a Lamborghini sports car in Qingdao, China, has his own way. He hired a few people to ruin his Lamborghini Gallardo by using an ax. He did this as a form of disappointment against the official Lamborghini garage service. Gallardo owner comes from Qingdao, a city located in eastern Shandong province, China. He has just done something…

  • 2011 Mopar RedLine Dodge Charger

    ahliwebsite
    13 May 2012 | 7:27 pm
    2011 Mopar RedLine Dodge Charger is a post from: Unique News Of Car Product Review and Car Picture - Newcarupdate.com The RedLine Charger brings the 2011 Mopar Dodge version of the popular vehicle lower to the ground with a tuned suspension that lowers the car one inch. The RedLine Charger’s aggressive appearance is backed by the 5.7-liter HEMI® engine tucked under a unique aluminum hood. Mopar parts – including headers, an exhaust system and a cold-air intake – provide horsepower and torque gains, while a Mopar strut tower brace amps up the handling and drivability needed to corral…
 
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  • A few details of the Lamborghini Urus

    Lupica G.
    15 May 2012 | 3:16 am
    Somewhere deep within the cathedral that is the Italian car culture lives a high priest which goes by the name of Lamborghini. He’s the beloved by his followers and has a place in the hearts of people all over the world. This priest however has a dark side. Lamborghini Urus Recently, he took up the idea of doing despicable things in a crypt below the holy house. The offspring of that crypt is called the Lamborghini Urus. Maybe it’s a little premature to apply the hate and corruption feel to the Lamborghini Urus. Maybe we should take another look at some of the details we have on…

  • Aston Martin V12 Zagato to race at Nurburgring 24

    Lupica G.
    14 May 2012 | 3:28 pm
    We thought we’d seen the last of the Aston Martin V12 Zagato but the British are quite fond of it and plan to show it off once again in racing spec. The “second coming” is to happen at a place of tradition for Aston Martin, the Nurburgring 24 hour endurance race. They’ve been taking part in it for 7 years now and just don’t see the point in stopping now. Aston Martin V12 Zagato racer What is surprising is that they’re planning to enter the V12 Zagato in the race, again, rather than one of their more traditional racers. Those models will certainly be…

  • Lotus updates Evora GTC racer

    Lupica G.
    13 May 2012 | 6:35 pm
    When Lotus came up with the Evora, they were actually making the softer car with quite a lot of sensible features to consider. Just about all of those where killed off when it was converted into the GTC racing version. That happened a while back so Lotus have now updated it. Lotus Evora GTC The new Lotus Evora GTC racer is actually less diluted of its original imagine than you’d imagine since it’s actually based on the GT4 Enduro. With this new version of the Lotus Evora GTC we’re told that the original panels made out of fiberglass were replaced with even lighter carbon…

  • Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 stars in short movie

    Lupica G.
    12 May 2012 | 7:21 pm
    Porsche does not make as exclusive a set of cars as we like but their 911 is still a little rare to see around town. That’s just the basis though. The Porsche 911 GT3 RS is an even rarer version of this iconic sports car and the 4.0 liter powered one is pretty much a collectors car. Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 That’s really what makes the upcoming video that much more special. It may be a collector’s car, but it’s a driver’s car at first. It’s really great to see such special cars get driven. The video below makes quite a bit of a point out of showcasing the…

  • Ferrari FXX gets pedal powered replica

    Lupica G.
    11 May 2012 | 6:49 pm
    The Ferrari Enzo is something that is beyond exclusive. It’s such a rare car that you can’t even decide to buy one, the Italians had to invite you to do that. Oh and just in case that wasn’t rare enough, they eventually made the FXX racing version which was even less of a no go, especially since it wasn’t exactly street legal. Fahrradi Farfall FFX Somebody clearly decided this story had gone far enough because they’ve made a replica of that racing car. You can tell it’s wrongly made from quite a distance but that’s not the point. It’s the sort…
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  • Renault Espace to soon get facelift

    Lupica G.
    15 May 2012 | 4:38 pm
    The Renault Espace is quickly heading for a new facelift. For the moment the French company is giving us a taster of it though. We do expect the actual debut to take place at the Paris Motor Show and a better set of images and more details to turn up about quite a while before that, sometime in the beginning of July. 2011 Renault Espace A facelift felt timely except what Renault is previewing seems to be quite familiar, could they not have made “enough” changes? That’s to be determined but its doubtful that they would’ve compromised the Espace from its position as a…

  • A closer look at the 2013 Mercedes Citan van

    rikk
    15 May 2012 | 2:47 pm
    Mercedes released today new details and photos for the new Citan van, a model which is built in partnership with Renault-Nissan being based on the Kangoo model. The company plans to offer the new Citan as a panel van (3,94m long), crew bus (4,32m long) and the Mixto (4,71m long). Mercedes Citan Van Under the bonnet we will find a direct-injection turbocharged diesel unit offered in various versions with outputs from 74hp to 109hp. A more potent petrol unit able to produce 113 horsepower will be also part of the range. Mercedes Citan Van If you want to use the new Citan at its maximum…

  • McLaren MP4-12C convertible coming this year

    Lupica G.
    14 May 2012 | 9:34 pm
    The McLaren MP4-12C is the sort of supercar that never comes around so rarely it’s always remembered as the sort of car that struck fear into the heart of the competition. It’s been a while since the British company unveiled and we’ve even seen tuning of a more or less successful quality and even a racing version. McLaren MP4-12C We pretty much know its entire ideology, all of its specs, all of the figures and we’re almost certain that it’s a boring car. Just kidding, it’s the sort of vehicle that will forever change your perspective on what’s…

  • Renault Zoe expected to outsell Nissan Leaf

    Lupica G.
    13 May 2012 | 8:35 pm
    Nissan’s Leaf hatchback is probably one of the finest efforts ever made into the direction of the production ready electric vehicle. It took its fair share of bashing so far and it’s a pretty market specific vehicle but the Japanese are selling it pretty steadily. 2012 Renault Zoe The only thing that’s looking very bad for it at the moment is the way rivals are catching up to it. Rivals like the Renault Zoe. It’s rather uncomfortable to think that the biggest rival for a car Nissan has a lot of image riding on is actually made by one of its partners. Anyway, while on…

  • Toyota Pixis Epoch launched in Japan

    rikk
    13 May 2012 | 4:14 am
    Toyota released today photos and details of the new Pixis Epoch, a model based on a Daihatsu vehicle which will join the Pixis Space in the range. The new Toyota Pixis Epoch is 3,3 meters long, 1,4 meters wide and 1,5 meters tall and even if it won’t win any beauty contest, the Japanese car maker thinks that it is a good alternative for more expensive models in the segment. Toyota Pixis Epoch Under the hood sits a tiny 600cc engine able to deliver 51 horsepower and 60 Nm of torque, a unit linked to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Thanks to the small power train, the Japanese…
 
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  • Honda UNI-CUB Promises To Do Away With All That Pesky Walking

    Blake Z. Rong
    15 May 2012 | 7:30 pm
    Honda is always trying to experiment with getting humans out of their products and onto its other products. How else could you explain a company that builds cars, motorcycles, the HondaJet, and—for professionally supervised landscaping shenanigans—riding lawnmowers? This, more than anything, will explain the gestation of the UNI-CUB, the latest in a long line of [...]

  • 2012 Buick Regal GS Not for Grandpas, Competes in Nevada Rally

    Matthew Askari
    15 May 2012 | 6:20 pm
    Buick has made no small effort the past couple of years to appeal to an increasingly younger demographic. The 2012 Buick Regal GS is a key part of this strategy: Buick entered the Regal GS in the Nevada Open Road Challenge last year, and even won the 120-mph class of the Silver State Classic Challenge. [...]

  • Leadfoots, Beware: Smart Pedal Pushes Back to Improve Fuel Economy

    Joel Arellano
    15 May 2012 | 5:39 pm
    Back in 2010, we first covered the feedback pedal by Continental AG. In brief, the feedback pedal (“smart pedal”) is a car’s gas pedal that would vibrate under certain circumstances (like speeding), notifying the driver to ease on the pedal. Or ignore it. Continental originally developed the feedback pedal to prevent rear end collisions but [...]

  • German Luxury Cars Leaving American, Japanese Brands In The Dust

    Blake Z. Rong
    15 May 2012 | 4:21 pm
    A brief history lesson: there once was a time when America built the world’s finest luxury cars. That key word, of course, was once. Around the 1970s, when American cars slowly became caricatures of themselves, 17 feet long and dripping with chrome, came the notion that a small, well-built, (relatively) economical but still-comfortable Mercedes, the Sarah, Plain [...]

  • NHTSA Investigating 2012 Hyundai Elantra for Airbag Issue

    Matthew Askari
    15 May 2012 | 3:18 pm
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the 2012 Hyundai Elantra after a side-curtain airbag may have been the cause of injury in an accident, lacerating the driver’s ear and face. Photos of the vehicle after the crash show a metal part protruding from the left edge of the headliner. When asked about the [...]
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  • Formula Drift 2012: Rounds 1, 2 (Photo and Video)

    Ben
    15 May 2012 | 10:19 am
    The exciting 2012 Formula Drift Season presented new cars, new drivers and new impressions. With more than 60 drivers competing, the victory went to Justin Pawlak who drove 2013 Ford Mustang RTR. Once you missed all of the fun, see our photo and video coverage of Rounds 1 and 2. The greatest North American Pro Drift Championship has 5 more rounds to come and we will be back with more pics.

  • Start Your Summer with Hotness, Enter Lexani Sweeps

    Ben
    9 May 2012 | 10:21 am
    CARiD and Lexani want to swag your ride! Enter the sweeps to win a set of fabulous wheels worth up to $1500. Here, in this post you can check out Lexani Wheels on different vehicles. We are here to help you choose once you win. And for now...good luck in the sweeps!

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  • In Contrast: McLaren F1 Le Mans

    Mark Ewing
    28 Apr 2012 | 7:32 pm
    Here’s the first segment of the film created by my friend, Chris Bibb. Right place, right time, and good luck, yes, but Chris had cameras on all the cars, and in great part because of a rain storm near the end of the race that took out the remaining prototype cars, McLaren won. Chris followed up with driver interviews, dappled light behind them. The victory saved the entire McLaren F1 effort, as sportsmen bought the cars in pairs: one to race, one to drive. That sole victory kept the F1 from being a horrible marketing failure and financial disaster. Eventually McLaren sold enough cars…

  • In Review: Truth in 24 II

    Mark Ewing
    28 Apr 2012 | 7:21 pm
    Thursday night, Lady Lawyer and I attended the premiere of Audi’s “Truth in 24 II,” held in St. Vibiana, the decommissioned late 19th century Catholic church off Main St. in downtown LA. As a native Angeleno, I’m happy to see this building remain active, even though it suffered extensive earthquake damage. Also present were the three winning drivers, who constituted the “junior team” of Audi Sport. Sadly, the delightful young lady who served as chief engineer on their car was not able to attend. She’s the first lady engineer to win the 24 Hours. In her absence, we toasted…

  • Executive Brief: Volkswagen Golf R

    Mark Ewing
    22 Apr 2012 | 7:03 pm
    Golf R is a logical extension of the GTI, giving current GTI owners a place to migrate when they have more money and a desire for greater power and capability. Golf R is a sterling example of niche manufacturing, as current technologies allow for cost-effective production of relatively low-profit niche cars—and every “enthusiast” should be thankful for that even if they don’t understand it. Some might say the Golf R is expensive, but to build such a complete car and sell it for $35,000 is an achievement. Some of the engine technology may presage the next GTI. This type of car would…

  • Executive Brief: 2013 Infiniti JX

    Mark Ewing
    27 Mar 2012 | 5:38 pm
    Lady Lawyer and are friends with a successful couple, a fund manager and a banker. They tote their young children off to visit grandparents, a 1,000-mile round trip. To make sure there’s ample “quiet time” space for four during the trip, and adequate room for grandparents when shuttling around town, they needed a new vehicle. Three-row CUVs recommended for their snowy hometown? The list sketched out had the usual suspects, but two were at the top of the list. First, Volvo XC90. My TV producer, who bought one for his wife, recommended the XC and he credits the XC with saving her life and…

  • In Motion: 2012 Lexus IS-F

    Mark Ewing
    18 Mar 2012 | 11:59 pm
    Night. Into the desert. Destination Vdara, City Center on the Vegas Strip, then breakfast with Peter and Gayle Brock and a tour of their new home, and the inevitable discussion of our shared favorite topic, libertarian politics. Electro-chromic gauges laser-sharp, navi screen off, dash lighting muted, immersed in the true darkness of the desert night. Subtle rumble of that big engine, mere whispers from the tires, Lady Lawyer dozing in the passenger seat—a glass and leather cocoon. Around town the day before, making heavy use of the 416 horsepower, IS F burned through gas at a prodigious…
 
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  • Coffee To Go – Handpresso Outdoor Set reviewed

    cdavies
    15 May 2012 | 9:59 am
    Handpresso Outdoor Set review Verdict: Handpresso makes great espresso! Flask not overly good Shop for the Handpresso Outdoor The official description Taken from the Handpresso website: ‘Discover Handpresso! The World’s first eco-friendly, non-electrical coffee machine designed to offer you outstanding espresso wherever you go, whenever you want. With Handpresso, coffee breaks are shared and enjoyed together. Make premium quality espresso anywhere! Perfect for holidays, camping, fishing, travelling, in the office at home or wherever else you prefer. Light, stylish, easy to use,…

  • Clear As Day – Serengeti Lizzano sunglasses

    cdavies
    9 May 2012 | 9:26 am
    Serengeti Lizzano eyewear review Verdict: Well made, exceptional lenses No negatives here! The official description The Serengeti Lizzano’s we were supplied came with the Photochromic Polarized Glass lenses. Serengeti state on their website that ‘The amber-colored Drivers lens amplifies contrast and definition, delivering vibrant colors in all environments… photochromic properties lighten and darken throughout the day, providing the perfect light transmission in any condition and proprietary polarization delivers a stunning view.‘ Design and build quality At…

  • Up to Scratch? We Try the T-Cut Scratch Magic Pen

    cdavies
    30 Apr 2012 | 9:48 am
    Up to Scratch? We Try the T-Cut Scratch Magic Pen Verdict: Easy use, does work Obvious in sunlight What’s it for? It’s as suspected Watson, we deduct from the name of the product that it’s for hiding and repairing scratches. No, it’s not actually magic before you ask. What does the packaging promise? ‘Scratch Magic Pen has a clear formula, suitable for use on all paint colours and finishes, including metallics. It is quick and easy to use and masks scratches and stone chips in one quick application and protects paint from harsh weather conditions, rusting and…

  • Pump, Pump It Up… We Test HandiWorld’s HandiRack

    cdavies
    17 Apr 2012 | 4:00 pm
    Pump, Pump It Up… We Test HandiWorld’s HandiRack Verdict: Hugely useful, very well made Lets in water Design and quality The idea behind the HandiRack is to have roof racks which are useable, easily storable, lightweight. Something temporary which anyone can fit and use. For fitment, HandiWorld say they can be used on any 3 or 5-door solid-top vehicle, as long as on the 3-door car, the rear windows will open. A 3-door Mitsubishi Pajero we were using as a test-bed had no rear-opening windows, but luckily had built-in roof bars running the length of the roof each side. Let’s…

  • We try the… Victorinox SwissTool Spirit Multi-Tool

    cdavies
    3 Apr 2012 | 8:06 am
    Victorinox SwissTool Spirit Verdict: Beautifully made, excellent quality. Unsprung pliers Design and build quality The SwissTool Spirit from Victorinox is beautifully-designed. A true ‘gentleman’s’ multi-tool which could be kept in the glovebox of a Bentley, or left on some large mahogany business exec’s desk, and not look out of place. We loved the sleek and stylish shape, and with the main flat-ended knife blade out, it takes on the familiarity of a traditional barber’s razor, albeit with a concave handle design, rather than the razor’s convex helve.
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  • Naked Meth-Mad Michigan Man Tasered By Police Live On Twitter [LOLCars]

    Benjamin Preston
    25 Apr 2012 | 9:30 am
    A Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan man decided to jog down Mack Avenue Monday evening, but aside from a pair of socks, he was stark naked. More »

  • Aston Martin Racing launches new Vantage GT4

    (author unknown)
    2 Jan 2011 | 11:39 am
    Aston Martin Racing has released the 2009 specification Vantage GT4 based on Aston Martin’s new 4.7 litre V8 Vantage. The new Vantage GT4 builds on the success of its predecessor, the 4.3 litre Vantage N24.

  • Aston Martin Announces Release of New iPhone app

    (author unknown)
    2 Jan 2011 | 11:38 am
    Gaydon, 22 December, 2010 - Developed with the same ethos with which Aston Martin design and engineer their cutting edge race and road going cars, the British marque announces the launch of its new iPhoneTM app; Aston Martin Explore, designed to bring the exclusive world of Aston Martin to owners and enthusiasts alike through their iPhoneTM or iPod TouchTM.

  • Check out the quick 'n cool vid from Aston Martin showing off

    Chris
    2 Jan 2011 | 11:38 am
    Check out the quick 'n cool vid from Aston Martin showing off their V12 engined cars: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Qe-wE0ZsTY

  • V12 Vantage meets Gulf LMP1

    (author unknown)
    2 Jan 2011 | 11:37 am
    Gaydon, 23 December 2010. The Aston Martin V12 engine sits not just at the heart of the One-77, DBS, DB9, Rapide and V12 Vantage but also the 2010 DBR1-2 Le Mans race car.
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  • Aston Martin DBS Ultimate

    Bob
    12 May 2012 | 1:40 pm
    Aston Martin has revealed its new top of line DBS model, the Aston Martin DBS ultimate. This limited edition model comes in Coupe as well as Volante form and is an indication of the vehicle’s departure from the catalog. It is believed that the company is coming up with a new model next year as part of its celebration on completing 100 years. And before that Aston Martin wants to give a chance to few of the customers to have the privilege of owning one of the few Ultimate editions of the DBS. The exterior of this new DBS Ultimate will feature special badging, Carbon Fibre Detailing on the…

  • Jaguar XKR-S Convertible

    Bob
    8 May 2012 | 1:30 pm
    The Jaguar XKR-S Convertible is the most powerful, fastest and costliest production car ever from the British car manufacturer. Earlier this year at the LA Auto Show, the XKR-S convertible had caused a sensation along with the concept Jaguar CX-16. This car is a successor to the XKR-S coupe model which is the pinnacle of Jaguar sporting range. The convertible XKR-S offers the qualities like that of the coupe while offering driver and passenger a heightened connection with their surroundings. On the outside the Jaguar XKR-S Convertible gets more aggressive visual package with unique bumpers,…

  • 7 Green Concept Cars to Drive in the Next Five Years

    Brianne
    6 May 2012 | 8:44 am
    Are you concerned about soaring gas prices and global warming? Do green concept cars lure you? Then read this. We have 7 concept green cars you can lay your hands on in next 5 years. Mazda Nagare Nagare means flow in Japanese. Design of this Mazda concept imitates flow in every sense. Ex-design director of Mazda, Mr. Laurens van den Acker, tried to develop a true futuristic design and in 2006 LA auto show came out with Nagare. It’s steep angled windshield, wheel position, elliptic control panel, wrap-around rear lounge and centrally positioned driver’s seat show off the way, future cars…

  • Audi A8L

    Bob
    4 May 2012 | 1:13 pm
    Audi the German automobile giant has come up with the all new Audi A8L luxury sedan, which the company claims to be best in the segment. The car promises great luxury comfort as well as high end performance and so is definitely a car not only for the extra rich who like to sit at the rear seats but also for those who like to enjoy driving holding the steering wheels. The Audi A8L offers redefined riding experience and comes with three powerful engine options- two petrol and one diesel. The cutting edge design of Audi A8L isprominent enough to catch every one’s attention at the very first…

  • Ford Focus ST 2013 will be an outstanding performer

    Bob
    24 Apr 2012 | 12:51 pm
    The Ford Focus ST 2013 succeeds in uniting precision, power, agility & strength, thanks to the high output 2.0 litre Eco Boost engine which is constructed to provide the ST with its own exclusive signature tune and feel. Also the high-performing brakes and soundly tuned sporty suspension in this car assists in making it the street bully that it is designed to be. These features have tuned the vehicle to emerge as a supremely balanced mix of superb engineering, which is an adrenalin rush. Though the ST 2013 is now fully developed, it won’t reach the car yards until the end of the year.
 
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  • Tata Motors April 2012 Global Sales Remains Flat; JLR Sales Up 29%

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 9:31 am
    Tata Motors global sales for April 2012 remained flat. They sold 87,377 vehicles during the month, says official statement. Commercial Vehicle sales including sales of Hispano Carrocera and Tata Daewoo Vehicles were 38,008 vehicles, down by 8% during the month compared to last year. Total passenger car sales including Tata Cars and Jaguar Land Rover vehicles was 49,369 vehicles, up 7% during the month compared to last year. Sales of Jaguar Land Rover vehicles was 25,143 vehicles during the month, 29% more than the last year. Jaguar sold 3,603 vehicles during the month, up 17% over last…

  • Spyshots: Jaguar F-Type Spotted Testing on UK Roads

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 9:05 am
    Jaguar is testing their F-Type Roadster, and this is first time CAR Magazine have catch some spyshots of the same. Till now we were only having some official images of camouflaged F-Type shown during the New York Auto Show. F-Type is the first true sports car Jaguar is going to built after famous E-Type of sixties. Hence the name F-Type. “A convertible is much harder to engineer than a coupé, so we chose to develop the roadster version first” said Callum. Earlier in April during the New York Motor Show, Jaguar has revealed the F-Type Sports Car. It was also [...] Read the full story by…

  • JLR To Open New Logistics Facility; To Invest £1 bn Over 4yrs

    admin
    14 May 2012 | 9:45 am
    Jaguar Land Rover is opening a new Logistics Facility in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, UK to support the global sales success of Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Freelander 2. JLR has increased the UK supply contracts by £1 bn, over the next four years. JLR’s logistics facility will be managed by their logistics provider, DHL. This facility is going to add around 300 new jobs. The details of the new jobs will be announced by DHL in the near future, says company official.  Earlier in 2012, JLR announced 1,000 jobs at its Halewood plant to support the third shift production [...] Read the…

  • Evoque Named Car of the Year 2012 by Diesel Car Magazine

    admin
    11 May 2012 | 2:33 am
    Britain’s Diesel Car Magazine has named Range Rover Evoque as its Car of the Year 2012. Besides that, it was also awarded the “Best Crossover” Category, whereas Land Rover Discovery 4 was awarded “Best 4×4″ third time in a row.  This is another Feather in the Cap of the Range Rover team, after Range Rover Evoque already won over 100 international awards over last one year. Some of the prominent awards which Range Rover Evoque has won earlier are “Car Of the Year 2011 by BBC Top Gear Magazine“, “SUV of the Year 2011 by Motor…

  • Chery Denies Seeking Loan For Jaguar Land Rover JV

    admin
    9 May 2012 | 10:16 am
    Chery denies the rumors that  they are in talks with banks for a roughly US $951m (Rmb 6bn) loan for its joint venture with Jaguar Land Rover Ltd (JLR), China Business News reported. Around a week back we have reported that Chery is seeking for a bank loan of US $951 mn. Chery’s Assistant General Manager Jin Yibo says that the reports are inaccurate. He says that they are still awaiting approval for the JV with Jaguar Land Rover. First in October 2011, we heard that Jaguar Land Rover and Chery are awaiting for the approval for the Joint Venture, [...] Read the full story by clicking…
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  • Watch Lamborghini Gallardo Driver Loosing Control On Chicago Highway

    Akshay Tag
    15 May 2012 | 11:51 am
    Probably you won’t get as excited as the passengers of car who are shooting the whole scene in camera, but it is interesting enough to watch. And may be to catch the attention of the people surroundings, or for whatever reason, driver of yellow Lamborghini Gallardo accelerates to a speed he/she can’t control and sandwitched [...]

  • Be Alert Of Hoax Police Mississippi Highways

    Akshay Tag
    15 May 2012 | 11:40 am
    Watch the clip from CNN. It talks about a serial killer possibly in police costumes. It is suspected that the killer pulls over motorists and then shoots them. Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the matter, meanwhile it is suggested that people on should call 911 if find in something unusual with cops while [...]

  • Buick Enclave Commercial With Marisa Miller

    Akshay Tag
    15 May 2012 | 9:42 am
    Previously, Buick showed us behind the scene video of the commercial for Enclave crossover endorsed by former Victoria’s Secret and Sports Illustrated swimsuit supermodel Marisa Miller. Check out the video, and tell us if you liked it?

  • Automobile Sales Contribute Half Of USA’s Economy Growth

    Akshay Tag
    15 May 2012 | 9:23 am
    Automobile industry always plays an important role in deciding the economy scenario of a country, specially when it is United States. The recent data may excite you even more. According to a report published in Bloomberg, revival of auto industry has greatly influenced economic growth of USA. How great? full half of 2.2 percent national [...]

  • Mazda Announces Five Year Extension of Laguna Seca Partnership

    Akshay Tag
    14 May 2012 | 9:27 am
    For the next five years, you will be calling Laguna Seca as Mazda Raceways as the Mazda has bought naming rights for this term. Mazda and Sports Car Racing Association of the Monterey Peninsula have announced the extension of their contract. Mazda played an important role in improving operating conditions of the race track. Mazda [...]
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    Green Motoring

  • Electric Dreams Come True

    admin
    14 May 2012 | 4:19 pm
    We featured a story a few weeks ago about the Wilmington Academy’s struggle to find a sponsor for their stint at the annual Greenpower competition. We’ve got some good news... No related posts.

  • Downloadable Engine Noise for Electric Cars

    admin
    30 Apr 2012 | 4:28 pm
    A loud roaring engine noise is part of the fun for many car drivers. Too bad that electric vehicles have silent engines. But industry experts have a solution for all... Related posts: International Engine of the Year Going Green Will Cheap Electric Cars Win You Over? Diesel – an Engine that Burns Anything

  • Electric Car’s Worst Enemy: Rust

    admin
    23 Apr 2012 | 2:12 am
    The high purchase price is often cited as one of the reasons why electric cars don’t take off on the market. Indeed, the batteries make up most of the costs... Related posts: Will Cheap Electric Cars Win You Over? New Electric Car Battery will Add 35 Miles to Your Journey A Year of Great Variety for Electric Cars

  • Zagato Volpe – an Electric Fox

    admin
    19 Apr 2012 | 1:31 am
    The Italian car body shop Zagato is known to come up with innovative original designs from time to time. On this occasion they’ve teamed up with Romano Artiolo of Bugatti... No related posts.

  • TfL and Hospitals offer Free Charging

    admin
    17 Apr 2012 | 1:24 am
    Hospitals in Surrey and south London will offer free charging for electric cars. They are the first ones to participate in a scheme set up by Transport for London (TfL)... Related posts: Free Minutes for your Electric Car London to Become the Electric Car Capital of Europe Public Charging Points on a 0.6-billion Business Estate
 
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    Cool Motors

  • Aston Martin Ends the DBS with a limited series Ultimate

    Costea
    11 May 2012 | 11:34 am
    Aston Martin recently launched the limited series DBS Ultimate. With this edition, the British manufacturer says goodbye from the famous Gran Tourer, ending a success story. Aston Martin DBS was launched in 2007 and was equipped with a V12 engine to compete with Bach. Aston Martin DBS was never the performance standard in its class, but elegant design and the great capabilities of Gran Tourer have made from this model, a real success. Next year Aston Martin will turn 100 years, an opportunity to launch DBS’s replacement. UK manufacturer does not want to break too easily from the model…

  • Fiat Linea facelift – First official images

    Costea
    8 May 2012 | 11:27 am
    Italian manufacturer Fiat, has recently launched a series of images of Linea’s facelift model, designed to refresh the design of the sedan that’s been in production since 2007. The changes will bring a new more elegant and fresher look. The new Fiat Linea has a new front spoiler which includes and fog lamps. Its design and the new face grille bring the look of Italian model to current standards. The trunk lid and rear spoiler complete the elegant look for who have turned the designers of Italian sedan. Inside we find a wheel with a new design and redesigned instrument panel, and a…

  • In 2015, the premium segment led by BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi

    Costea
    6 May 2012 | 7:30 am
    Whenever have the opportunity, the rulers of the main premium brands, Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, say that their goal is to become, sooner or later, the first in their market segment. So far, BMW ranks first among premium manufacturers. If for now Audi ranks second and is hoping that, in just few years, will unseat the rival BMW, Mercedes-Benz might give some headaches – is the opinion of experts from the Center of Automotive Research, Duisburg-Essen University from Germany. According to their estimates, in 2015, BMW group will have sales of 1.76 million units, while Mercedes-Benz will…

  • The perfect electric car in Germans’ vision

    Costea
    4 May 2012 | 11:30 am
    Everybody can see that a certain portion of future cars will be electric, but now we can provide the freedom that gives us a vehicle propelled by an internal combustion engine. One of the biggest problems of electric cars is the very limited autonomy, but it seems that a group of students from Technical University of Munich (TUM) have found the culprit. They argue that the greatest enemy of electric cars is the high weight of batteries that weigh a lot. German Federal Ministry of Education has prepared a budget of 10.8 million euros for Visio.M project, aimed for building the “perfect…

  • Maserati’s SUV will not be called Kubang

    Costea
    2 May 2012 | 11:59 am
    Maserati will not call their future SUV Kubang, as this was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011. The future Maserati SUV will be launched in 2014 at the Detroit Auto Show, but will not keep the name of concept which was announced at Frankfurt Motor Show 2011, the intention of Maserati to build a SUV. So, Maserati SUV will not be called Kubang, but will have a completely new name, hopefully one that you will be able to spell without twisting your tongue. It is not the first time when we hear the name Kubang. In 2003, Maserati had another attempt of an SUV concept with the same name, but…
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  • Lookin' For Love

    16 May 2012 | 5:09 am
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  • So, you think you have a bad job?

    15 May 2012 | 3:59 pm
      Posted by Fred Langa Zookeeper reportedly licks baby monkey's anus for over an hour By Cory Doctorow at 1:00 pm Tuesday, May 15 A rather implausible report in Chinasmack (translated from the Chinese journal 163) says that a zookeeper saved a rare, born-in-captivity baby Francois Leaf Monkey from surgery by licking its anus until it passed the whole peanut it ate after a thoughtless patron tossed it to him. Reportedly, the anus-licking proceeded for over an hour. full story: boingboing.net Permalink Leave a comment  »

  • Soft Fog Whispers

    15 May 2012 | 7:17 am
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  • Maybe he said it in Australia.

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  • Russian satellite shows off Earth’s beauty in highest res (121 Mpx) ever.

    14 May 2012 | 7:44 am
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  • Porsche Boxter Review

    Servicing Stop
    15 May 2012 | 7:04 am
    The Boxter may be the cheapest Porsche available to buy but it offers great value for money when considering the whole roadster market. We take a look at why it makes a great investment. Engines We start off with the exceptional performance that the Porsche is able to produce from it’s list of great engines. If you decide to go for the “basic” 2.9 litre version you won’t regret it. The vehicle is able to push out a maximum of 252 BHP which brings about a wholly exceptional performance. You will reach 0 – 62 MPH in less than six seconds. Would you need any more power? If you do then…

  • Porsche expanding their horizons

    Servicing Stop
    11 May 2012 | 6:14 am
    The days have changed since Porsche were a pure sporting car company. Following the release of the Panamera and the Cayenne Porsche are now looking to enter another area of the UK car market. According to American reports, Porsche are planning a saloon type of vehicle that will rival the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the BMW 5 Series.  That will certainly add some interesting and much needed competition. To be released in 2017 It will be a smaller version for the highly successful Panamera and will be called the Pajun. It has been confirmed that Porsche are hoping that vehicle hits the car…

  • The Volkswagen People Cars Project

    Servicing Stop
    10 May 2012 | 8:02 am
    Volkswagen has planning for the future. This time everything goes beyond that of hybrid and electrical cars however, Volkswagen is working on a hover car, known as the People’s Car Project. 119,000 ideas The project was initially launched in China just under one year ago. Different residents of China were asked to get involved and design various concept vehicles and different technologies, hence the project title “People’s Car Project”. The original project deadline was meant to end this year, however that has been extended after a phenomenal amount of interest. All ideas were…

  • Volkswagen and Toyota beating American car makers

    Servicing Stop
    9 May 2012 | 5:43 am
    Volkswagen and Toyota are fending off American car makers and selling in higher volumes. Foreign automakers taking charge April sales equalled 530,000 in North America for American based automakers. That figure means that domestic manufacturers have a 44.8 per cent market share, down from 46.5 per cent in April 2011. European based car manufacturer’s sold 118,000 which equals 10 per cent of the market. That has resulted in an 8.6 per cent increase. Volkswagen’s strides in North America Volkswagen along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz ensured that North America’s market share has been heavily…

  • The brand new Skoda Roomster

    Servicing Stop
    8 May 2012 | 7:46 am
    Skoda has given a makeover to their Roomster model. The car now has a more modern type of look and will appeal to parents who want to carry out daily activities in style. Looks The front grille is wonderfully shaped helping to add the new dynamic look and feel. The headlights appear to be slightly wider which again add to the dynamic look. The shapely bonnet has not changed from the previous generation but blends in well with other elements. Varioflex The inside of the car has a wonderful flexibility about it, as the ‘Varioflex’ system may suggest. Amazingly this offers a grand total of…
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  • Saudis Change Their Car Tires Are Going to Two Frames

    admin
    14 May 2012 | 4:22 pm
    http://www.youtube.com/v/yKd8-Kk4ihE?version=3&f=videos&app=youtube_gdata … View post: Saudis change their car tires are going to two frames

  • Man Stabbed Officer, Slashed Car Tires Before He Was Shot

    admin
    9 May 2012 | 4:12 am
    http://www.youtube.com/v/QAZ-J83pB4s?version=3&f=videos&app=youtube_gdata … Visit link: Man stabbed officer, slashed car tires before he was shot

  • Jeep Grand Cherokee…and Mud, Lots of Mud..

    admin
    8 May 2012 | 12:33 am
    http://www.youtube.com/v/v9OSZhSL-6I?version=3&f=videos&app=youtube_gdata This is the way to use the Cherokee . Many people buy them to haul groceries, and just to look cool.Not this owner , he is actually using it for what it was design for !! … View post: Jeep Grand Cherokee…and mud, lots of mud..

  • How to Read Dot Dates on Car Tires and Read Where They Were Made.

    admin
    6 May 2012 | 2:43 pm
    http://www.youtube.com/v/5q8VGl3DhAM?version=3&f=videos&app=youtube_gdata Look up the code here! www.harriger.com … View original post here: How to read dot dates on car tires AND read where they were made.

  • What You Need to Know About Winter Tires

    admin
    5 May 2012 | 10:07 pm
    http://www.youtube.com/v/9iP8SS9vQaU?version=3&f=videos&app=youtube_gdata … Read the rest here: What You Need to Know About Winter Tires
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  • Ford to concentrate on SUVs in China

    Servicing Stop
    15 May 2012 | 6:30 am
    Ford is implementing a clever strategy throughout the Chinese automotive market. They understand that the current trend and best sellers are sports utility vehicles. Building SUV’s in China Ford wants to heavily concentrate on SUV’s for the world’s largest car market. Ford want to go as far building two of them in China according to reports. We already know of one currently being built in the country. The Ford EcoSport is destined to be built in the South West of China where total investment has reached $4.9 billion from Ford. The EcoSport contains a one litre engine and is the smallest…

  • Ford Focus Zetec S 1.0 Ecoboost

    Servicing Stop
    11 May 2012 | 6:02 am
    The Ford Focus Zetec 1.0 Ecoboost promises to be one of the economically friendly vehicles on the market. It will go on sale for a price of £19,195, but is it worth it? Inside the cabin Inside the cabin there is a plenty to be admired. The equipment list includes Torque Vectoring Control, a Bluetooth and USB connectivity ability along with Sports suspension and a DAB radio. There is a great deal of space as may expect with it being a Ford Focus. Find your perfect driving position The driving position is wonderfully positioned for the driver to get a get a view ahead. All equipment and…

  • Ford’s Dagenham plant

    Servicing Stop
    10 May 2012 | 7:49 am
    Ford’s Dagenham plant is perhaps its most famous site across the UK as well as Europe. During the factories heyday there were a total of 34,000 employees, back in 1960. A total of 340,000 cars per year were produced. In 1996 the 10 millionth Ford was built. No one would have expected what was to come four years later when the company announced that they would stop car production at the plant. Things have certainly changed since then. Ford’s Dagenham plant is one of the most productive car factories in the world. It plays a vital part within Ford’s global operations and is a major reason…

  • Ford believe EU trading laws will mean job losses

    Servicing Stop
    9 May 2012 | 5:25 am
    Stephen Odell has been quoted in the press to have said that free trade deals with Asian economies will cause job losses here in Europe. Over the past one year, 450,000 South Korean vehicles have been imported into Europe. This is a stark contrast for the return statistic, as only 75,000 were built here in Europe and exported to Korea. A deal of a similar nature is currently being negotiated with Japan. Mr Odell believes that this type of deal, with such a poor return will cost many their jobs and in general have a negative effect on Europe’s car industry. Over capacity in both regions Over…

  • Ford threatened with strikes in the UK

    Servicing Stop
    8 May 2012 | 6:59 am
    After narrowly avoiding strike action in the United States Ford are now threatened with strikes here in the UK. If the strikes do go ahead, they will be the first since 1970. Ford employ a total of 15,000 workers around the United Kingdom. Fewer benefits for newcomers The Ford division of the Unite Trade Union, which consists of 2,500 members at Ford will vote over new plans to start new workers at a lower wage rate and close off the final salary scheme to them. The majority of workers involved are said to be employed at Ford’s East London Dagenham factory. Ford sites in Southampton,…
 
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  • SBI, The Major Financier of Automobiles

    Carzy Team
    16 May 2012 | 3:58 am
    The major financial enterprise of the country, the State Bank of India (SBI) is the major finance joint that offers maximum number of loans for the automobiles. And now the nation’s key lender is focusing to make its retail car loans section stronger and efficient. For the same the bank has decided to introduce a [...]

  • INDIA – One Stop destination for Luxury Sports Car Manufacturers

    Carzy Team
    16 May 2012 | 1:58 am
    As the demand for luxury sports cars shrinks in major auto markets like Europe and United States, the manufacturers are diverting their focus on emerging markets like India and China in order to gain business from growing millionaires in the country. Indian auto industry has already been explored by very famous and key automakers like [...]

  • Mercedes Benz ML350 2012 – A New Breed of Crossover Unleashed (Expert Review)

    Carzy Team
    16 May 2012 | 1:20 am
    Mercedes Benz, the German luxury car maker has launched its sensational ML350 2012 SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) in the Indian auto market on 15th May, 2012. The premium crossover was speculated to be unleashed later this year but the auto company, which has slipped to no 3 position in the luxury segment thanks to some [...]

  • Mahindra Unveils AC Variant of 4X4 Thar

    Carzy Team
    16 May 2012 | 12:46 am
    The most terrific and much known off-roader from Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M), the Thar is now blessed with a new AC variant. The leading utility vehicle maker of the country launched the air-conditioned version of the 4X4 jeep with a starting price tag of Rs. 6.75 lakh. From a very long time Mahindra was planning [...]

  • Jay Leno Adds Tata Nano to Its Array of Special Car Collection

    Carzy Team
    15 May 2012 | 7:20 am
    Jay Leno, the very famous American talk show host and stand-up comedian has added the most distinguished and cheapest small car of the world Tata Nano to its bunch of charismatic car collection. The much known television celebrity owns very unique and different models, which include vintage, custom-built as well as super cars. The best [...]
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  • General Motors close to revealing Vauxhall’s future

    Servicing Stop
    15 May 2012 | 6:57 am
    General Motors are nearing an announcement on the fate of Vauxhall and Opel. Both brands have been making huge losses for more than a decade. It appears that General Motors have lost faith in both brands to turn their fortunes around. Almost sold Previously in 2009, the Vauxhall/Opel brand was almost sold off. Many members of the General Motors board regret the decision not to sell it is believed. Canadian buyers were reportedly on the brink of purchasing the Vauxhall/Opel brand. Who would want to buy them now considering the state that the company is in? Dan Akerson refused to answer…

  • Will Jaguar takeover Vauxhall’s famous Ellesmere plant?

    Servicing Stop
    11 May 2012 | 6:10 am
    It is no secret that Jaguar Land Rover are looking to expand their capacity here in the UK. One solution that has considered is Jaguar moving in to the Ellesmere Port Plant. Vauxhall’s future is still yet to be fully decided. Jaguar Land Rover may take advantage of the situation by moving into a readymade factory is General Motors decide to let go off the Vauxhall brand. They along with European counterpart Opel have been making losses for 12 years. Job losses have already occurred at the Ellesmere plant despite Government intervention from Vincent Cable. High demand for the Jaguar Land…

  • EcoVelocity on its way

    Servicing Stop
    10 May 2012 | 7:59 am
    The EcoVelocity event is set for the 5th May to the 13th and many of the vehicles have already been confirmed for the event. EcoVelocity is the UK’s greenest car event. It is an annual show which attracts plenty of fans every year. The Vauxhall Ampera Vauxhall are expected to take full advantage in order to showcase their green cars and technology. Their upcoming hybrid Ampera model will be on display. Many will discover exactly just how Vauxhall have been studying the technology and how effective it is really is. Fans are sure to be surprised, with the majority of people not being aware of…

  • The Vauxhall VXR8 Maloo Review

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    9 May 2012 | 5:38 am
    The Vauxhall VXR8 is possibly the oddest shape vehicle seen this year, or any other year for that matter. Looking like a cross between a family car and a pickup truck, the “thunder” truck is perhaps a vehicle like no other. Odd  looking To start with, the vehicle is bright yellow. That alone is enough to capture the attention of passers-by. That attention will not necessarily be positive however, the vehicle’s odd looks may get a few laughs. The boot sticks out and essentially is half the car. You would find it extremely difficult parking in London city. Destined for the Australian…

  • The Vauxhall Ampera out now

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    8 May 2012 | 7:34 am
    The Vauxhall Ampera has finally been released. The European car of the year has been highly anticipated by the UK motor industry for more than year now. Prices start from £32,250 with the official release date being May 1st. The Ampera is the UK’s first ever range extending vehicle combining lithium-ion batteries and a petrol engine. The car that has it all When the car is released it is guaranteed to take the UK car market by storm. The Ampera is part electric and part fuel. In terms of economy, it will be difficult to find a car that offers lower emissions and a higher fuel efficiency…
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  • BMW 116d EfficientDynamics review

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    15 May 2012 | 6:27 am
    The BMW 116d is the latest car to receive BMW’s special EfficientDynamics badge. The vehicle is on sale now for a price of £20,885. For those who want a luxurious BMW without the high running costs, the 116d EfficientDynamics could be the car you are looking for. Extremely economical The car is one of the most economical on the road. It is able to achieve a fantastic 99g/km of C02. On average the car will be able to achieve 74.3 MPG thanks to the vehicles advanced EfficientDynamics technology. How the Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf compare The likes of Audi and Volkswagen now have a serious…

  • MINI employees accept new conditions

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    11 May 2012 | 5:57 am
    Employees of MINI’s Cowley plant had previously threatened to go on strike over a dispute regarding pay. However the BMW Group, owners of the MINI brand have stepped in and offered better working conditions. Original deal thrown out Negotiations were in full swing last month. The Workers Union were offered a deal to cut tea breaks by 11 minutes in order to receive a pay increase of six per cent. This deal was completely thrown out of the window, being deemed by many as completely unacceptable. BMW employees to receive an increase of 6.8 per cent BMW’s workers will receive a pay increase…

  • In depth look at the BMW ActiveHybrid5

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    10 May 2012 | 7:24 am
    We have already taken a look at the BMW ActiveHybrid in our blog on numerous occasions but as it edges closer to being showcased at the Olympic games, we’ll make a further in depth review. BMW are the official automotive partner at the Olympics 2012. Facts and figures The engine within is a powerful 3.0 litre which works alongside an electric motor. The gearbox transmission is an eight speed automatic, with the total amount of power able to be achieved being 306 BHP. Being one of BMW’s flagship economical type of vehicles, it will be able to achieve a total of 44.1 MPG. Carbon emissions…

  • Mercedes-Benz beat BMW in April

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    9 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    Mercedes-Benz have beaten BMW in the United States for the month of April. Sales rose by 24 per cent for Mercedes-Benz allowing them to maintain the pressure on their German rivals. The gain was even larger than Audi, who have been long established as the fastest growing luxury car manufacturer in the world. April sales for BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi In April Mercedes-Benz sold 22,336 vehicles. BMW deliveries hit 21,062 which in itself was an increase of 12 per cent when compared to the previous year. The news is heavily contrasted with Lexus’ sales, who recorded just 17,551 sales which is…

  • BMW to develop a new PC racing game

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    8 May 2012 | 8:01 am
    BMW have teamed up with Eutechnyx, a UK based games Development Company. BMW will develop a unique type of new racing genre game whilst building a new car community. PC only game The game when released will only be available on the PC. As it is not necessarily a pure type of racing game, it is understood that the game is very unlikely to reach the Playstation 3 or Xbox console. The game will be based on reality, a type of simulation game like Gran Turismo 5, not like Need for Speed. Some of the cars available in the game BMW fans are sure to take a huge interest with the game containing some…
 
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  • Cadillac Announces Price on the 2013 ATS

    VinnyO
    7 May 2012 | 1:51 pm
    Cadillac announced the price for the new Cadillac ATS today. The ATS will be priced starting at $33,990. I can tell you that this price is less than I was expecting. After sitting in the ATS at the New York Auto show I can tell you this price will help Cadillac sell a lot of these cars. I still think that this car will come in a convertible and if it did I would buy one tomorrow. I would love to hear your comments! Below is the press release. DETROIT – The all-new, rear-wheel-drive Cadillac ATS compact luxury sport sedan with a fuel-efficient 2.5L engine and next-generation six-speed…

  • Cadillac Club Member Updates

    VinnyO
    5 May 2012 | 12:54 pm
    Over the last week or so we had a few members write in and tell me their Cadillac Story. I enjoy these and our members like when they can meet some other members. Here are a few of the stories. Bill Wickemeier from Cincinnati Oh What Cadillacs Do You Own? 05 CTS-V & 98 Eldorado Ive been a member for 6 months or so,last may I bought a Cadillac CTS-V from a doctor in Chicago after I had done an extensive search! This is including a useless trip to Patterson N J for a car from a broker that turned out to be a glorified Junk yard! 3 weeks later I flew to Chicago and was picked up at…

  • 2005 Cadillac XLR

    VinnyO
    1 May 2012 | 8:44 pm
    Dan from Pennsylvania sent in some pictures of his beautiful 2005 Cadillac XLR. The color is Silver Platinum Nickel, I love the way it shines in the sun. Dan sent these pictures in a few weeks ago during the NY Auto Show but I didn’t get a chance to share them until now. Dan just got her back from the shop as the water pump decided it had enough and just quit. Welcome to our Cadillac Club Dan. I have to say I am a big fan of the Cadillac XLR. I think it is just as sexy with the top up as it is with the top down. Thanks Dan for sending in the pictures, she sure is a beauty.  

  • 77 Seville 88 Fleetwood and 84 drop EL Dog

    VinnyO
    28 Apr 2012 | 12:18 pm
    Now that the NY Auto show is over I can get back to posting about our members. As you can imagine I have lots of news from members that have come in over the last few weeks. This Cadillac was sent in by Poppa De Grande from Northern California. He has a 77 Seville 88 Fleetwood and 84 drop EL Dog When I was a kid my parents wold always buy the to ford the LTD and never would get a Caddi. I ask why and I was told that if I wanted a Caddi that I would have to by one myself when I got older, lol I did just that many times over lol. I fell in love with cadillacs when this guy parked his car in…

  • 2013 Cadillac SRX at New York International Auto Show

    VinnyO
    25 Apr 2012 | 8:40 pm
    I know it has been a while since I have posted but there is one more Cadillac I have to show you from the 2012 NY Auto show. This 2013 Cadillac SRX was really cool. It has the new Cue system in it as I am sure all Cadillacs will have going forward. Standing next to the SRX is Rosemary who was very helpful in providing me with all the details about the SRX. I was able to get a close up view on media day which was cool. Here are some details from the press release: The 2013 SRX’s enhanced technology also contributes to safety, with Cadillac’s new Driver Awareness and Driver Assist…
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  • Porsche Boxter Review

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    15 May 2012 | 7:04 am
    The Boxter may be the cheapest Porsche available to buy but it offers great value for money when considering the whole roadster market. We take a look at why it makes a great investment. Engines We start off with the exceptional performance that the Porsche is able to produce from it’s list of great engines. If you decide to go for the “basic” 2.9 litre version you won’t regret it. The vehicle is able to push out a maximum of 252 BHP which brings about a wholly exceptional performance. You will reach 0 – 62 MPH in less than six seconds. Would you need any more power? If you do then…

  • Porsche expanding their horizons

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    11 May 2012 | 6:14 am
    The days have changed since Porsche were a pure sporting car company. Following the release of the Panamera and the Cayenne Porsche are now looking to enter another area of the UK car market. According to American reports, Porsche are planning a saloon type of vehicle that will rival the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the BMW 5 Series.  That will certainly add some interesting and much needed competition. To be released in 2017 It will be a smaller version for the highly successful Panamera and will be called the Pajun. It has been confirmed that Porsche are hoping that vehicle hits the car…

  • The Volkswagen People Cars Project

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    10 May 2012 | 8:02 am
    Volkswagen has planning for the future. This time everything goes beyond that of hybrid and electrical cars however, Volkswagen is working on a hover car, known as the People’s Car Project. 119,000 ideas The project was initially launched in China just under one year ago. Different residents of China were asked to get involved and design various concept vehicles and different technologies, hence the project title “People’s Car Project”. The original project deadline was meant to end this year, however that has been extended after a phenomenal amount of interest. All ideas were…

  • Volkswagen and Toyota beating American car makers

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    9 May 2012 | 5:43 am
    Volkswagen and Toyota are fending off American car makers and selling in higher volumes. Foreign automakers taking charge April sales equalled 530,000 in North America for American based automakers. That figure means that domestic manufacturers have a 44.8 per cent market share, down from 46.5 per cent in April 2011. European based car manufacturer’s sold 118,000 which equals 10 per cent of the market. That has resulted in an 8.6 per cent increase. Volkswagen’s strides in North America Volkswagen along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz ensured that North America’s market share has been heavily…

  • The brand new Skoda Roomster

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    8 May 2012 | 7:46 am
    Skoda has given a makeover to their Roomster model. The car now has a more modern type of look and will appeal to parents who want to carry out daily activities in style. Looks The front grille is wonderfully shaped helping to add the new dynamic look and feel. The headlights appear to be slightly wider which again add to the dynamic look. The shapely bonnet has not changed from the previous generation but blends in well with other elements. Varioflex The inside of the car has a wonderful flexibility about it, as the ‘Varioflex’ system may suggest. Amazingly this offers a grand total of…
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  • Group 1 Automotive buys the Essex Audi Group

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    15 May 2012 | 6:23 am
    Group 1 Automotive, an American based group have purchased dealerships from the Essex Audi Group. The fee has not been revealed. Some may have expected this news as talks were revealed on Twitter in April. Essex and East London Audi’s taken over Group 1 Automotive are the 4th biggest dealer group based in the United States. The dealerships that were purchased include Chelmsford Audi, Southend Audi, Chingford Audi, Docklands Audi and Stanstead Audi. Over the course of the year, this particular group is expected to generate more than £170 million in turnover for 2012. Further expansion plans…

  • Audi A5 Coupe TDI Quattro in Australia

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    11 May 2012 | 5:52 am
    The Audi A5 TDI Quattro looks like being one of the most desirable diesel coupes in the Australian market. It has been described as a diesel car that is actually enjoyable to drive. Diesel not usually associated with coupes Diesel fuel usually powers family vehicles, with owners hoping to get that bit of extra mileage out of them. You don’t usually hear of diesel sports coupes, you usually hear of diesel SUV’s or saloons. However diesel fuelled cars have advanced dramatically over the last few years. Technology now caters for performance diesel vehicles and the Audi A5 Coupe TDI Quattro…

  • Audi set United States records

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    10 May 2012 | 7:07 am
    Audi have set brand new personal records in the United States. April sales equalled 11,521 last month which is an increase of 15 per cent from the previous year. This represents a 16th consecutive month of growth for the German luxury automakers. The fact that this was the best ever April for Audi in this period was also a significant milestone. The Audi A6 The Audi A6, A7, A8 and Q7 were major players in Audi’s performance last month The Audi A6 in particular saw a rise of 136.8 per cent for April. In terms of it’s sales for 2012 so far, there is a 100 per cent increase. Audi A7, the…

  • Audi at the Beijing Motor Show

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    9 May 2012 | 4:17 am
    The largest car market for Audi was named as China after last year’s exploits. Audi have also been long established as China’s number one luxury car seller. Considering that the German car giants were expected to make a huge impact at the Beijing Motor Show. They did not let anyone down in in that respect. Best first quarter in history Peter Schwarzenbauer, the Head of the Audi Board said that “Audi began 2012 with the best-performing quarter in its history. In China, the invincible cooperation between Audi and its strong partner FAW has created sustainable leadership for 24…

  • The Audi TT RS plus Coupe prepared for launch

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    8 May 2012 | 6:47 am
    Audi have announced that their new TT RS plus model is edging closer to being released, adding to the current TT RS line-up. Top speed The brand new model will come available as either a Coupe or a Roadster. Both models will have the potential to a top speed of 174 MPH. No one will reach those sorts of speeds but it is good to know that the car is capable of such power. A new engine or fine tuning? The maximum amount of power from the engine will read at 360 BHP. The same 2.5 TFSI petrol engine achieves these figures, so how did Audi improve the performance of these vehicles?  Audi fine…
 
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  • Lower profits but increased revenues for Mercedes-Benz

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    15 May 2012 | 6:43 am
    The luxury car market is hitting record sales numbers despite a global economic downturn. Mercedes-Benz is a fundamental factor behind that, hitting personal records and increasing their popularity worldwide. Daimler hit profit Daimler, Mercedes-Benz’s holding group reported a profit increase of 20 per cent, hitting an astonishing £1.2 billion. Marketing campaign for new models As strange as it may sound to some, Mercedes-Benz’s profits have dipped. It may not come as a surprise to those who are up to date with Mercedes-Benz’s strategy. A lot of money has gone towards the release and…

  • Kim Kardashian seen driving boyfriend’s Mercedes SLR McLaren

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    11 May 2012 | 6:05 am
    For once the spotlight was taken off Kim Kardashian thanks to Kanye West’s $500,000 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. She was seen driving it whilst visiting a gym earlier this month. Making the most of it, she took the car for a spin around the city after her class. What’s so special about the Mercedes-Benz SLR MCLAREN? The price tag of $500,000 says it all. Only specialised companies will insure the vehicle. It’s only available for the rich and famous. You’ll see celebrities driving around in a SLR McLaren and boasting. When you do see one, it’s unlikely that you’ll see one on the road…

  • Get a free Mercedes-Benz with this purchase

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    10 May 2012 | 7:53 am
    A bank in the United States is giving away a free Mercedes-Benz when a 5 year Credit Default worth $1 million is purchased. The C1 Bank based in Tampa, Florida is giving the car away in manner of replacing the interest that the customer would earn. The announcement was made by Trevor Burgess, the CEO of the Bank. Mercedes-Benz models on offer That exact amount equals to $61,294.04. The Mercedes-Benz’s to be given away in question includes the SLK 350, the E350 Saloon, the ML 350 or even the E350 convertible. Not as easy as that For those who think they’ll be able to grab a free…

  • Mercedes-Benz is the best place to work In New Jersey

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    9 May 2012 | 5:31 am
    For the third consecutive year, Mercedes-Benz America has been named as one of the best places to work in the city of New Jersey, America. Two categories Part of the award’s criterion consists of how the workplace enhances the community. The Mercedes USA facility in New Jersey marks the only automotive company on the list, ranking at number eight. It is within the category of larger sized companies, employing more than 250 employees at a time. The other is for the smaller sized companies employing less. There must a minimum of 15 people within the company however. Stepehen Cannon Stephen…

  • BMW Car crash causes 100k damage at Mercedes-Benz showroom

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    8 May 2012 | 7:26 am
    A car crash involving a BMW in Bolton has caused an estimated £100,000 worth of damage. The driver inside the BMW went through a Mercedes-Benz showroom hitting five luxury cars. The crash occurred at 2am on Saturday the 28th of April. Chain reaction The vehicle in question was a white BMW X6 (some reports claim it is an X5) which was well and truly written off. The vehicle had completely turned on its head as it skidded into the showroom causing the damage. The BMW managed to hit the first row of new cars, causing a chain reaction between the collisions of the vehicles. Each Mercedes-Benz on…
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  • IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: EAT THIS BOOK

    admin
    12 May 2012 | 5:50 am
    For Land Rover EnthusiastsWhile Land Rover vehicles can take on any obstacles in the desert, it cannot be said the same of their owners. Scorching temperatures, deadly animals and sinkholes are just a few things they might encounter. And when they venture deep into it, even the most experienced drivers can quickly succumb to the harshness of the desert. Land Rover UAE have created a survival guide, which explains the basics for staying alive in the Arabian Desert. They researched every indigenous animal and plant, people could encounter in the Arabian Desert and how they could be used to…

  • LANDY DOWN UNDER by ANDREW (PART 11)

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    10 May 2012 | 11:11 am
    For Land Rover EnthusiastsWinter is closing in down here so this has encouraged me to stay indoors and get a fair bit done on the Land Rover now there are fun muddy tracks to try out. The firewall has been off to the panel beaters and come back with all the rust cut out and the new footwells wielded in. It was not cheap but he did a good job that should last me a few years. At the panel beaters suggestion I had the whole thing sandblasted to clean up all the remaining surface rust and paint before getting it back home. While the firewall was off being repaired I stripped off the front doors…

  • SERENDIPITY – A LOVE AFFAIR WITH A SERIES 1 (PART 1)

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    5 May 2012 | 10:48 am
    For Land Rover EnthusiastsIn Part one of his memoirs of life with a Series 1, Damian Turner introduces us to the notion of Serendipity: The faculty of making happy and unexpected discoveries by accident. Words and Photos by Damian Turner The story began a few years ago at the Northern MG owners rally at Scarsbrick Hall, near Southport and a chance look at a MG ZT revealed a piece of paper in the window that read, ‘1955 Land Rover Series 1 for sale, 37,000 miles, 2 owners from new, original registration and excellent condition, £1,500.’  Well, what else was I supposed to do? Within ½…

  • 1975 SERIES 3 REBUILD BY A 15 YEAR OLD (PART 2)

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    1 May 2012 | 3:56 am
    For Land Rover EnthusiastsBack in January we told the story of 15 year old Ieuan Davies restoring a 1975 Series 3.   1975 SERIES 3 REBUILD BY A 15 YEAR OLD by IEUAN DAVIES PART 1 Now he’s finished the project, here’s an update from him along with images of his Landy! ——————————————————————– Well sorry for not updating, but after five months she is now finished! Rewired from scratch, all new light units, new radiator, every panel rubbed…

  • IT’S A CHALLENGE! by JAMES TREMBATH

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    30 Apr 2012 | 10:29 am
    For Land Rover EnthusiastsSo what is a Winch Challenge? What does it involve? Can anyone do it? What kit do you need? Am I up to it? Is my co-driver up to it? Have I got a co-driver? What is a co-driver and what do they do? What are the different disciplines? How does the scoring work? Is my vehicle up to it? Why do the regs look so complicated? How much will it all cost? If you are thinking about entering a challenge these are just a few of the questions that you may be asking yourself. There are no definitive answers, the sport is evolving and there are different clubs and organisations…
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  • Spotted: 10 hilarious UK road signs

    Editor
    15 May 2012 | 3:19 am
    Let’s face it, we all need road signs to help direct us from A to B on the highways. But in true British fashion there are instances where we come across some utterly bizarre road signs and meanings that put a smile on our faces behind the wheel. Prepare to be amazed with our collection of some of the most amusing and baffling road signs from Britain’s streets: Are you sure you're not lying to us? Secrecy is clearly not their strong point... No stunt men allowed. Beware people with bendy backs! Shouldn't this belong in an art gallery?! © Copyright Peter Robinson and licensed…

  • Increased volume of used cars easing pressure on dealers

    Editor
    8 May 2012 | 8:51 am
    The number of second-hand cars entering the used car market has taken away some of the strain for dealerships that have recently found it difficult to source used cars at fair prices. The influx of part-exchange cars is partly responsible for "taking the edge off prices", according to used car pricing experts CAP. CAP has reported that the dip in prices is not likely to threaten the medium-to-long term stability of the marketplace. Mike Hind of CAP, said: "A year ago the increase in volume was much more of a cause for concern because it was largely driven by dealer self-registrations. This…

  • Toyota responsible for 75% of UK hybrid car market

    Editor
    3 May 2012 | 5:14 am
    Japanese vehicle manufacturer Toyota has revealed they have currently held a market share of more than three quarters of the UK hybrid car market over the last five years. Almost 100,000 hybrid cars have been sold between 2007 and March 2012 – 77,000 of which were Toyota-made vehicles, either from Toyota’s everyday brand or its high-class subsidiary Lexus. These are encouraging figures for Toyota, at a time when the overall market share of hybrid cars in the UK almost doubled from 0.7 per cent to 1.3 per cent. Toyota successfully stole a march on its competitors by introducing its…

  • RHA slams Government for not addressing fuel duty issue

    Editor
    27 Apr 2012 | 4:46 am
    The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has spoken out against the Government following the news that the UK has entered a double-dip recession period, with the economy shrinking by 0.2 per cent in Q1 2012. Geoff Dunning, chief executive of the RHA, could not hide his disappointment at the Government for not attempting to tackle the problem of fuel duty, with reduced taxes on petrol and diesel fuels likely to provide savings for motorists that can be fed back into the economy through a number of other channels. "Of course we are disappointed at the news that the UK has returned to a state of…

  • How safe are Britain’s roads: 5 devastating road accidents

    Editor
    20 Apr 2012 | 7:21 am
    Following the recent news that even mobility scooter drivers in South Yorkshire are to be given a crash course in road safety it only serves to highlight the importance of keeping safe on Britain’s roads. Many drivers take their driving licence for granted. After passing your test do you take active steps towards improving your driving skills further? Or do you simply take to the roads come rain or shine, regardless of traffic densities and risks? Sadly road accidents are an inevitable occurrence when you consider just how many people use our nation’s highways. In order to make…
 
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  • The Insurance Claims Process Visualized

    DriveSteady
    15 May 2012 | 10:57 am
    It can be very chaotic after a car accident. Once the dust has settled, you will need to get in contact with your car insurance provider and begin the claims process. Below we have created a visual guide to claim’s process that will walk through the entire process.

  • How Shopping Smart for Auto Insurance Can Help you afford a New Car

    DriveSteady
    10 May 2012 | 2:18 pm
    Shopping for a new automobile can sometimes be a worrying experience. While the overall price of an automobile may be the first number you look at, sticker shock can be experienced a second time when you work out exactly what your monthly payment will be. Add to that the cost of auto insurance, and the [...]

  • The Two Extremes of Car Production: From Practical to Luxury

    DriveSteady
    8 May 2012 | 10:22 am
    Cars run the gamut from insanely high priced to dirt cheap. The more basic the vehicle, the less it costs to produce, making it easier for car companies to sell these vehicles at low prices. As soon as you start to add the extras, the prices go up, and in some cases, those prices can [...]

  • How Much of Your Car is Recyclable

    DriveSteady
    3 May 2012 | 12:01 pm
    There are so many useful parts in a car that can be recycled. Here’s a look at why we should recycle, how to recycle your car, the process, and a little quiz to test your knowledge about recycling.

  • Which Car Brands Offer the Best Service?

    DriveSteady
    1 May 2012 | 10:33 am
    In 1886, Karl Benz of Germany created and patented the first automobile which was driven and tested by his adventurous wife Bertha Benz. Germans were the pioneers in automobile engineering during the 19th century, but it was Henry Ford who invented the mass production system that changed the world from a horse or human-powered cart [...]
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  • Chevrolet Trax to debut at Paris

    15 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Chevrolet will debut an all-new small sport utility vehicle called the Trax at the Paris Motor Show in September. Read more...

  • Vauxhall to replace engine line-up

    15 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Vauxhall will replace the core of its petrol and diesel line-up in the next 12 months with three all-new engine families offering improvements in CO2 emissions, economy, torque and refinement. Read more...

  • Jaguar Land Rover creates 300 jobs

    15 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Jaguar Land Rover is to spend an additional £1 billion with UK suppliers over the next four years as a direct result of the continuing global popularity of the Range Rover Evoque. Read more...

  • Eterniti makes sales in China

    14 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    Eterniti Motors recorded the first sales of its Artemis super-SUV at the recent Auto China show in Beijing. Read more...

  • MINI John Cooper Works GP

    14 May 2012 | 3:00 am
    MINI has revealed its fastest ever production car - the John Cooper Works GP. Read more...
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  • Aston Martin DBS Ultimate

    Bob
    12 May 2012 | 1:40 pm
    Aston Martin has revealed its new top of line DBS model, the Aston Martin DBS ultimate. This limited edition model comes in Coupe as well as Volante form and is an indication of the vehicle’s departure from the catalog. It is believed that the company is coming up with a new model next year as part of its celebration on completing 100 years. And before that Aston Martin wants to give a chance to few of the customers to have the privilege of owning one of the few Ultimate editions of the DBS. The exterior of this new DBS Ultimate will feature special badging, Carbon Fibre Detailing on the…

  • Jaguar XKR-S Convertible

    Bob
    8 May 2012 | 1:30 pm
    The Jaguar XKR-S Convertible is the most powerful, fastest and costliest production car ever from the British car manufacturer. Earlier this year at the LA Auto Show, the XKR-S convertible had caused a sensation along with the concept Jaguar CX-16. This car is a successor to the XKR-S coupe model which is the pinnacle of Jaguar sporting range. The convertible XKR-S offers the qualities like that of the coupe while offering driver and passenger a heightened connection with their surroundings. On the outside the Jaguar XKR-S Convertible gets more aggressive visual package with unique bumpers,…

  • 7 Green Concept Cars to Drive in the Next Five Years

    Brianne
    6 May 2012 | 8:44 am
    Are you concerned about soaring gas prices and global warming? Do green concept cars lure you? Then read this. We have 7 concept green cars you can lay your hands on in next 5 years. Mazda Nagare Nagare means flow in Japanese. Design of this Mazda concept imitates flow in every sense. Ex-design director of Mazda, Mr. Laurens van den Acker, tried to develop a true futuristic design and in 2006 LA auto show came out with Nagare. It’s steep angled windshield, wheel position, elliptic control panel, wrap-around rear lounge and centrally positioned driver’s seat show off the way, future cars…

  • Audi A8L

    Bob
    4 May 2012 | 1:13 pm
    Audi the German automobile giant has come up with the all new Audi A8L luxury sedan, which the company claims to be best in the segment. The car promises great luxury comfort as well as high end performance and so is definitely a car not only for the extra rich who like to sit at the rear seats but also for those who like to enjoy driving holding the steering wheels. The Audi A8L offers redefined riding experience and comes with three powerful engine options- two petrol and one diesel. The cutting edge design of Audi A8L isprominent enough to catch every one’s attention at the very first…

  • Ford Focus ST 2013 will be an outstanding performer

    Bob
    24 Apr 2012 | 12:51 pm
    The Ford Focus ST 2013 succeeds in uniting precision, power, agility & strength, thanks to the high output 2.0 litre Eco Boost engine which is constructed to provide the ST with its own exclusive signature tune and feel. Also the high-performing brakes and soundly tuned sporty suspension in this car assists in making it the street bully that it is designed to be. These features have tuned the vehicle to emerge as a supremely balanced mix of superb engineering, which is an adrenalin rush. Though the ST 2013 is now fully developed, it won’t reach the car yards until the end of the year.
 
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  • Porsche Reveals Pre-Production 918 Spyder Plug-in Hybrid Super Car with More than 770HP

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    15 May 2012 | 10:33 am
    The wait for Porsche’s most radical sports car ever, the 918 Spyder, is nearing its end with the Stuttgart based automaker having completed the development of the pre-production prototypes, the first photos of which were released today. First seen as a concept at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the 918 Spyder is a plug-in hybrid [...]

  • Lamborghini Aventador vs Tuned Nissan GT-R Street Race [Video]

    autoforspeed
    14 May 2012 | 7:10 am
    The Nissan GT-R is the kind of car that has made a purpose in life out of taking on the big boys and the Lamborghini Aventador makes no exception when it comes to becoming a target. Of course, to be able to put up with the Raging Bull, Godzilla needs some mods. What happens if [...]

  • New John Cooper Works GP is the Fastest Production Mini Ever, Laps the ‘Ring in 8:23

    autoforspeed
    12 May 2012 | 10:58 pm
    We heard about, talked about it, and even took a few spy pictures of it, and now the time has cone for the official reveal: the all-new Mini John Cooper Works GP special. Dubbed as the fastest production Mini in history, the new John Cooper Works GP lapped the Nürburgring-Nordschleife in a very impressive 8 [...]

  • 2015 Ford Mustang Rendering

    autoforspeed
    9 May 2012 | 9:14 pm
    Under the “One Ford” directive, the next generation Ford Mustang will arrive as a 2015 model for all the markets. It will be an interesting experiment to see if Ford finally decides to get rid of the live rear axle and the leaf suspension. Rumor has it that that Ford will skip past the retro [...]

  • Toyota Introduces Production Version of RAV4 EV, Prices Start at $49,800

    autoforspeed
    8 May 2012 | 2:47 am
    Toyota chose the second day of the 26th annual Electric Vehicle Symposium in Los Angeles to present the world premiere of the production RAV4 EV featuring a pure-electric driveline developed by Tesla Motors. While based on the current RAV4, the Japanese automaker is commanding almost twice the price of the popular SUV’s top trim-level (Limited: [...]
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  • If Brad Pitt Was the Mechanic Would You Go To His Garage for Car Repairs?

    Ron
    9 May 2012 | 6:21 am
    Unless Brad Pitt was the mechanic and George Clooney was selling cars, going to a garage or car dealer isn’t something most women would look forward to. Buying and then maintaining a car is expensive, extremely frustrating and quite often exhausting. But you know if Brad Pitt was running things it would all be very different. You can almost hear his voice when you’re reading this: Brad would say:- Make sure you buy a car at the right time of the year. Buy a car at the end of the year and you could save thousands of pounds. There’s less people visiting car dealers in November and…

  • Is Buying And Maintaining A Car A Head Over Heart Decision?

    Ron
    3 May 2012 | 11:34 am
    I just read an interesting post over at Savvy Scot about choosing your head over your heart when making certain decisions. In my comment I said life’s too short so choose your heart over your head. Here’s the thing though. In most things I try to do that. For instance owning a fairly nice, fast, petrol driven coupé, makes no financial sense at all. But I love the way it looks, drives and you know what, at the end of the day all we have are our memories. If you don’t throw caution to the wind at least once when you buy a car, then you might as well go and live in a cave. –…

  • Would You Make These 5 Mistakes At A Car Auction?

    Ron
    24 Apr 2012 | 10:06 am
    If you’ve ever been to a car auction you’ll know they’re absolutely brilliant, as long as you’re disciplined. The first time you go you just won’t believe the prices that cars are being sold at. And if you’re not careful you’ll be reaching for your credit card wanting to bid. This is why if you are going to buy at a car auction make sure you’ve been to one a few times before you actually intend to buy. And definitely make sure you stick to your budget and to the car(s) you’ve researched. Don’t do what some people do and get swayed to buy another type of car just because…

  • This Little Known Secret Can Cut Your Petrol And Diesel Costs

    Ron
    22 Apr 2012 | 9:29 am
    Have you taken a look lately at how much you have to pay for petrol or diesel? It’s absolutely crazy. And the thing that’s most annoying is there’s nothing you can do about it. Petrol prices aren’t ever going to come down to anything like a reasonable level so I just wanted to make sure you knew about the DriveGain app. It’s a while since I last mentioned it so here’s a brief recap. – DriveGain helps you save fuel DriveGain’s an iPhone app that helps you save fuel while you’re driving. As you drive the app gives you visual and audio feedback on what changes you can make…

  • If Your Parents Had Told You This, You’d Never Have Made These Mistakes

    Ron
    19 Apr 2012 | 4:11 am
    The old timer sat down and said “You young’uns think you know it all with your i this and your i that. But I’ve forgotten more about cars than you’ll ever know.” The younger driver sighed, looked to the sky and knew what was coming next, but still said, “Like what?” “Shhh Grasshopper. Listen and learn.” 1. Do your research properly before you buy any car You don’t remember the BMW 3 series scandal do you? Of course you don’t. You think BM’s are cool and reliable do you. Well a while back I was going to buy a second-hand 3 series coupe. The reviews were good, there were…
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  • Make your BMW 3,5-Series unique with the new BMW M performance accessories

    Cars Lover
    5 May 2012 | 7:34 am
    BMW today announced new BMW M Performance Parts specially designed for the new 2012 BWW 3 Series Sedan and 2011-2012 5 Series Sedan. Like the BMW M Performance Parts already available for the high-performance M3, 1 Series M Coupe, X5 M and X6 M, the components developed for 3 Series and 5 Series models ensure an authentic transfer of BMW M-specific motor racing technology to everyday driving.Starting with the wheels, 20-inch aluminum alloys are available for both cars. Thanks to a special forging process, each rim is about 2.4 lbs lighter than something else of similar size, which will…

  • Car buying guide

    Cars Lover
    5 May 2012 | 7:19 am
    Some of us who don't know much about cars when they buy there first car they have to know how to choose the car and how to give it a price when you read this book ( Car buying scams ) http://144ad7mfpiqovga659qkqscw8f.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=1  your search for your first car or any car you would buy will be easy :)

  • Google is looking for automakers partner to build self drive cars

    Cars Lover
    1 May 2012 | 5:25 am
    Internet giant Google has been developing self-driving car technology for some time now, and is looking for a partner in the automotive industry to help the company mass-produce its cars.Speaking at the SAE World Congress in Detroit, Google project manager Anthony Levandowski told a crowd of hundreds of engineers that, “We don’t want to make cars. That’s not our interest.” But Levandowski admitted that Google is looking to partner with an automaker or supplier to offer autonomous functionality, saying “All options are open. From giving the technology away to licensing it to working…

  • 20,000 Units Is The Annual Target For Scion FR-S

    Cars Lover
    26 Apr 2012 | 2:29 pm
    Scion expects its upcoming FR-S sports car to be a strong seller in the United States. The FR-S is scheduled to arrive in U.S. Scion showrooms on June 1.Scion has high sales hopes for its new rear-wheel-drive FR-S sports car. According to Ward's Auto, Jack Hollis, Scion's vice president, said that he anticipates sales as high as 20,000 units each year. "We're confident we can sell every one we get our hands on," Hollis stated.The FR-S is slated to hit dealerships at the beginning of June and Scion projects that it will sell around 10,000 units before the end of the year, with an additional…

  • Audi has a new hybrid model

    Cars Lover
    26 Apr 2012 | 2:34 am
    Audi has revealed a revised version of its Q5 compact crossover. The 2013 Q5 features styling tweaks both inside and out, but the biggest changes lie underhood. As part of the update, Audi has installed a completely new range of engines across the board that increase both output and efficiency for a win-win combination. In different markets around the world, the Q5 will now be available with three diesels, two gasoline engines and – for the first time – a hybrid. The smaller of the TDIs displaces 2.0 liters and can be had in either 143- or 177-horsepower states of tune, while the larger…
 
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  • New BMW M135 kicks hard with 320-horses

    Bryce Proome
    15 May 2012 | 12:50 pm
    The latest BMW 3 door 1 series is becoming more and more appealing. Traditional BMW styling with it’s very sleek, shark like face and ribbed bonnet give it a well deserved redesign. There are enough 1 models to tickel anyones fancy. Starting off the series is the 102-hp 114i, then the 136-hp 116i, 170-hp 118i, [...]

  • Lamborghini Gallardidiot

    Ewen Cameron
    15 May 2012 | 11:51 am
    Check out the tonsil of the day, that’s what a V10 supercar can do if you’re a numb nuts.    

  • Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa vs GSX R-1000 vs Nissan GT-R

    Ewen Cameron
    14 May 2012 | 2:12 pm
    Ah yes the almighty power of a Busa rears its ugly ass head again.

  • 2012 Aprilia RS4 125 Biaggi replica

    Ewen Cameron
    14 May 2012 | 2:06 am
    As well as the Biaggi paint scheme, the RS4 now comes with Pirelli Diablo Rossi II tyres, wavy discs, quickshifter and single seat cowl. For the first time on a 125cc bike, the company provides the groundbreaking Aprilia Quick Shift system, an advanced technological solution derived directly from its large sister, RSV4 APRC. It launches 2 brand new small powerplant super sportbikes designed [...]

  • No new Top Gear until 2013

    Ewen Cameron
    10 May 2012 | 2:07 am
    Jeremy Clarkson has confirmed on his Twitter account that there will be no new Top Gear episodes this year except for the Christmas special. Although there may be a sigh of disappointment for most, this is in fact good news to me as the more rushed Top Gear becomes the more repetitive and uninteresting their show becomes. [...]
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  • 2011 Chrysler 200

    21 Apr 2012 | 4:24 am
    Chrysler introduces the new Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan. Offering consumers exceptional craftsmanship inside and out, a refined and spirited driving experience, innovative technology, an abundance of standard safety features and an extraordinary level of standard content, the 2011 Chrysler 200 is an exciting alternative for customers that want style and substance, all at a surprising value. 2011

  • 2013 GTA Spano Review

    19 Apr 2012 | 10:37 am
    GTA Motor officially launched the production version of GTA Spano at the 2012 Geneva International Motor Show. The main innovations included in this car compared to the prototype version, which debuted a year before at the same Swiss trade fair, lie in its exterior design. Production model introduces new components, such as front and side air intakes, a front bonnet, rear-view mirrors and a

  • 2013 Mercedes Citan Review

    19 Apr 2012 | 10:25 am
    Powerful yet with compact dimensions making it especially suitable for city use - for the first time, the Mercedes-Benz portfolio of vans features a dedicated delivery vehicle for the urban environment. With its impressive quality and driving dynamics, exemplary safety and economy, and high level of versatility and robustness, the new Mercedes-Benz Citan is a truly professional urban delivery van

  • 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase

    31 Mar 2012 | 2:22 am
    The launch of the Rolls-Royce Phantom on 1 January 2003 was much more than the reveal of a new ultra-luxury car; it signalled the 21st Century renaissance of the world's most famous luxury automobile brand and the first glimpse of a masterpiece that quickly established itself at the pinnacle of automotive excellence. For the preceding five years, under BMW Group ownership and in the absence of

  • Audi s6

    9 Feb 2012 | 7:55 am
    The Audi S6 is a high-performance version of the A6 sedan powered by a Lamborghini-sourced 5. 2-liter V10. While slightly revised and detuned, it still produces 425 hp and 398 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic and a 40/60 rear-biased Quattro all-wheel-drive system are standard. Despite this impressive-sounding pedigree, the S6 is unfortunately disappointing. Audi claims a 0-60-mph
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  • 2013 Acura RLX Concept

    Mirza
    14 May 2012 | 1:30 pm
    Acura RLX Concept Makes World Debut in New York Acura flagship features first application of Acura Sport Hybrid SH-AWD®, more than 370-horsepower and 30 mpg combined fuel economy rating, with top-class seating comfort and next-generation Acura connectivity Acura today held the world debut of the Acura RLX Concept at the New York International Auto Show, providing luxury buyers with a first

  • Lotus Evora GTC

    Mirza
    14 May 2012 | 1:14 pm
    LOTUS RACING LAUNCH NEW EVORA GTC Having been honed on Lotus' Hethel Test Track, the car has already found its first customers. McMahon Raceworks with Condor Motorsport has just placed an order for their Evora GTC, and will enter it in America's Grand-Am road races, the Rolex Sports Car Series. The team led by David McMahon with Armando Trentini as lead driver and consultant, spent two days

  • 2012 Citroen Numero 9

    Mirza
    14 May 2012 | 1:03 pm
    Citroën’s DS line will launch in China during 2012 Numéro 9 concept to be unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show to mark the DS line launch Numéro 9 concept combines radical executive styling with luxury and comfort Hybrid drivetrain delivers fuel economy of 166mpg (1.7l/100km) and CO2 emissions of just 39g/km Concept signals styling cues of the next three models in the DS line Marketed in

  • Mercedes M-Class by Kicherer

    Mirza
    13 May 2012 | 11:41 pm
    Mercedes M-Class Picture BRAWNY AND ATHLETICALLY ELEGANT! The KICHERER "IMPACT" that is modeled on the basis of the new Mercedes Benz ML series is a real high-performance luxury SUV! For this remarkable wide body design, the technicians and designers of KICHERER Fahrzeugtechnik from Stockach paid strict attention to fluent alignment: no unnecessary edges or the playfully aptly suggested air

  • Mazda6 Venture Edition

    Mirza
    13 May 2012 | 11:17 am
    NEW MAZDA6 VENTURE EDITION MODELS ON SALE NOW Mazda6 Venture Edition boasts premium style and high-tech equipment from £21,000 (OTR) Upgraded equipment with Sanyo TomTom® navigation and integrated Bluetooth® Choice of petrol or diesel engines and hatchback or estate body styles Low-rate 0% and 5.9% APR finance available until 31 July 2012 To offer British motorists even greater style and
 
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  • Will KTM Duke’s Underbelly Exhaust Survive Rains?

    Faisal
    16 May 2012 | 4:30 am
    When Bajaj Auto launched the KTM Duke 200 in India, many were worried about the underbelly exhaust not being suitable for the rains. Many thought that water would seep in when the Duke 200 has to wade through water, thereby seeping inside the engine and causing damage. The rains are just around the corner and Duke owners are a worried bunch. Now no one would actually risk to take their bikes in the rains just to test what will happen in case of flooding. But a guy named Vijay has performed a series of tests on the KTM Duke 200 to give us a definitive answer. Vijay has performed the following…

  • Limited Edition Grande Punto 90 HP Launch On 18th May

    Faisal
    16 May 2012 | 2:03 am
    Fiat India launched 2012 model year Fiat cars on the 4th of January 2012. The Italian automaker at that time did not reveal any details on the Punto 90 HP. The company had revealed that it has no plans to launch any new variant or product in 2012 and would concentrate on brand building and service network expansion this year. But now Fiat has sent us an invite that states it will be launching a limited edition variant of the Grande Punto 90 HP Sports on the 18th of May 2012. The company will also be inaugurating the second Fiat Caffe, in Pune. The Fiat Grande Punto 90 HP is one of the most…

  • Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Swift – Video Comparison

    Faisal
    15 May 2012 | 1:23 pm

  • Registrations For Tata Himalayan Experience Commence

    Faisal
    15 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    Tata Motors has started registrations for the Full Throttle Himalayan Experience, which is the very first of a series of expeditions. The company is doing something similar to what Mahindra does for its customers, through the Great Escape events. The Full Throttle Himalayan Experience is scheduled for ten days, starting from the 22nd June 2012. It will cover 2000 kms across 5 states, traversing mountains, lakes and gorges. The final destination is Srinagar and the company is expecting 25 participants. So who can participate? Any one who owns a Tata utility vehicle, which means Sumo, Grande,…

  • Mahindra Launches Thar AC – Live From Event

    Faisal
    15 May 2012 | 4:36 am
    Mahindra is officially launching the Thar AC in Mumbai right now. The company has unveiled the Mahindra Adventure Season 2 calender. The company held 20 great escapes last year and has conduced 90 great escapes till date. Mahindra has given the Thar an air-conditioner with a 150cc compressor (from the Scorpio) along with a heater. The Thar continues to be available with a soft top and Mahindra has made changes to the fabric to make it more durable. Power comes in from a 2.5-litre CRDi engine which produces an output of 105 BHP at 3800 RPM and a torque output of 247 Nm at 1800 RPM. This engine…
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  • Maruti Suzuki May Replace Alto 800 By New Car By November 2012

    Rohit Khurana
    16 May 2012 | 2:15 am
    Maruti Suzuki May Replace Alto 800 By New Car By November 2012 is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Maruti Suzuki May Replace Alto 800 By New Car By November 2012 is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. There have been series of information (and rumours) floating around for quite sometime about the upcoming 2012 Maruti 800 CC Car which will replace the old Maruti 800 model which has been a flagship model for Maruti Suzuki for decades. There were lot of speculations about the Suzuki Cervo making its way to India in 2012,…

  • Chevrolet Trax Compact SUV Revealed– Will Rival EcoSport, Duster and XA-Alpha

    Rohit Khurana
    16 May 2012 | 1:21 am
    Chevrolet Trax Compact SUV Revealed– Will Rival EcoSport, Duster and XA-Alpha is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet Trax Compact SUV Revealed– Will Rival EcoSport, Duster and XA-Alpha is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet India is not going to be a silent spectator for the upcoming Compact SUV trend picking up both in the developed as well as developing economies. The reason for popularity of compact form factor SUVs like the Renault Duster, Ford EcoSport and upcoming Maruti XA-Alpha…

  • Mercedes Benz India Launches New M Class In India

    Rohit Khurana
    15 May 2012 | 7:52 am
    Mercedes Benz India Launches New M Class In India is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Mercedes Benz India Launches New M Class In India is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Mercedes Benz India has launched the new Mercedes M Class in India on 15th May 2012 in New Delhi India. The new M Class has been launched with a Limited Edition 1 M Class car SUVs which will be only 100 in numbers and will come with AMG features including special upholstery and features. The new Mercedes Benz M Class Edition 1 has been priced at…

  • Honda Dream Yuga 110 CC Bike Launched– Price and Details

    Rohit Khurana
    14 May 2012 | 11:50 pm
    Honda Dream Yuga 110 CC Bike Launched– Price and Details is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Honda Dream Yuga 110 CC Bike Launched– Price and Details is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India (HMSI) has launched 7 new products in India at the Auto Expo 2012. The most relevant and high volume product among these is a 110 CC commuter segment motorcycle called Honda Dream Yuga. The dream Yuga is a mass market motorcycle with a smooth 9 BHP engine and an impressive mileage of…

  • 2012 Bajaj Discover 125 ST- Sports Tourer Launched In India- Price And Details

    Rohit Khurana
    14 May 2012 | 5:15 am
    2012 Bajaj Discover 125 ST- Sports Tourer Launched In India- Price And Details is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. 2012 Bajaj Discover 125 ST- Sports Tourer Launched In India- Price And Details is a post from: CarBlogIndia - All About Automobiles. All Rights Reserved. Bajaj Auto India has launched the new 2012 Bajaj Discover 125 ST in India on 14th May 2012 in New Delhi, India. The new Bajaj Discover 125 ST has been equipped with many technology as well as design improvements which make the new Discover even more attractive and better value for buyers…
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  • Mike Ness’ 54 Chevy

    Josh Courter
    11 May 2012 | 11:57 am
    This 54 Chevy is that I want to take for a cruise up the coast and then on to Highway 101! It is owned by the original Sick Boy himself Mike Ness! For my readers that may not know Mike Ness is the lead singer and guitarist of the Punk/Rock N Roll band Social Distortion!  A band which has long had an outlaw, rock n roll sound.  You can describe their sound as Johnny Cash meets the Clash with a hint of the Rolling Stones and a bit of Dillinger (yes the 1930s Bank Robber) and Mike Ness and Social Distortion’s outlaw image has always gone hand in hand with Hot Rods and customs! Who…

  • Bruce Larson’s Mr. Clean

    Josh Courter
    4 May 2012 | 4:38 pm
    Have you ever looked at a hot rod and thought “now that is what a hot rod is suppose to look like!”? I know I have and the most recent time I have is when I saw for Funny Car champion Bruce Larson’s Mr. Clean 32 Chevy Olds powered coupe! Looks like a Pits straight out of 1962 Bruce Larson’s Mr. Clean 32 Chevy is a recreation of Bruce’s first true drag car! Actually the original Mr. Clean Chevy that Bruce raced back in the 60s his first car that he built for drag strip use only. He use to tow the car to the track with his daily driver and he would compete in the…

  • Mickey Thompson’s Slingshot Dragster

    Josh Courter
    29 Apr 2012 | 9:02 pm
    This rail may not seem like much by todays Hot Rodding standards but back in 1954 Mickey revolutionized drag racing forever by building the first dragster!  Mickey Thompson’s interest in drag racing (and racing in general) first began when he attended the first legal drag races in 1950 as soon as Mickey saw his first pass he was hooked!  He began to work on his own cars and find ways to get more power out of motors, at the time he didn’t have much money so this inspired Mickey to do everything himself! He would weld his own cylinder heads inside the combustion chamber to…

  • The 57 Chevy

    Josh Courter
    17 Apr 2012 | 5:28 pm
    The 57 Chevy, an American Icon. I am sure that  many of you guys have heard that several times, through the years. Why is the 57 Chevy an American Icon you may ask? Think about this for a minute, the 57 Chevy is featured in songs by Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen, Warren Zevon, Brian Setzer and maybe Don Mclean (well atleast it was a 57 Chevy truck). You see 57 Chevy’s in movies like the Hollywood Knights, American Graffiti (not Fafla’s car but one in the background), you see them in logos, on T-shirts, in paintings on the walls of diners, you see and hear about 57 Chevy’s…

  • Jesse James Outlaw Garage

    Josh Courter
    16 Apr 2012 | 11:24 am
    A few months ago I did my review on the American Chopper Biker Build Off which featured Jesse James. Last week Jesse James’ new show Jesse James: Outlaw Garage premiered, I forgot it was on till it came out but I did get a chance to see it over the weekend and even though Jesse James has built cool bikes in the past, none of his shows besides Motorcycle Mania and History of the Chopper have really been that good (Monster Garage was ok, had a few good episodes and the rest of the stuff wasn’t that great). After seeing the American Chopper biker build off when I heard about Jesse…
 
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  • How Reliable Will My New Car Be?

    Richard
    15 May 2012 | 8:30 pm
    We have written about car reliability surveys on our web site here. We, and many others, are really annoyed that no such survey happens in Australia. So we are all still in the dark as far as Australian-made cars are concerned! No local insurance company or auto magazine seems to want to produce their own survey, and the local car companies refuse to make industry quality surveys public.  Yet these very same companies benefit from millions of dollars  showered upon them by the Australian Government – that’s our tax dollars – so don’t you think they have an obligation to divulge…

  • Bumper Stickers

    Megan
    13 May 2012 | 6:53 pm
    Some car enthusiasts hate bumper stickers – they spoil the clean lines and detract from the overall design of their machines, and if you change your mind about the sticker and you put it on the paintwork (bad, bad move), the paintwork can get damaged. The only stickers you’re ever going to see on machines owned by these people are the little tags that all cars have to have to tell those passing by and inspecting them that the car is road legal and all the paperwork has been done and paid for. Plus a few little stickers in obscure parts of the window about the security system installed.

  • Most Travelled Car

    David
    11 May 2012 | 12:37 am
    On the site here we wrote an article about the cars that have done the most kilometers in the world. We werent sure of the Australian record, so please let us know in the comments below if you know of a record breaker or near record breaker odometers. Million Kilometer Car

  • Your Best Car Ever

    Richard
    11 May 2012 | 12:32 am
    In last month’s newsletter we asked our readers for their horror car experiences , and we  were surprised at the response. We have shown that modern cars are much more reliable than their classic counterparts (here), but, it seems, even the most dependable makes have their ‘off’ days. The best story last month  won a TomTom Live Sat/Nav, so we are offering the same prize this month for the best “Great Car’ experience. You may recall last month that I had my own worst car experience with a Holden. Surprisingly that same make gave me my best car experience, too. Ten years ago I…

  • Recycle those old car batteries

    Megan
    8 May 2012 | 6:56 pm
    We live in a recyclable world now.  Glass, plastic, metal, paper, oil… the list goes on.  I did wonder about what people could do with a corrosive, dud car battery.  But you know what?  You can recycle these too. New Zealand’s AA Battery Service is involved with recycling used car batteries, and Bill Keane, General Manager of AA Battery Service, stated that “More than 97 % of a battery is able to be recycled.  After every replacement by our mobile battery patrols, we send the used batteries to professional battery recyclers.  Almost all the components – plastic casing, acid and…
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  • Guest Article: The Market Scope of Renewable Energy Business in India

    admin
    15 May 2012 | 1:17 pm
    Add to favorites YahooBuzz Digg Facebook Twitter LinkedIn India is country that is most recognized for its deep cultural roots, and its significant contributions to the history of the world. In terms of modernity, India is not necessarily the first country that comes to mind. This way of viewing India is changing however; with India [...]

  • Event News: World EV Summit 2012 12 – 14 June 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark

    admin
    14 May 2012 | 11:42 am
    Add to favorites YahooBuzz Digg Facebook Twitter LinkedIn World EV Summit 2012 12 – 14 June 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark http://www.informaglobalevents.com/FKE2228EVH The World Electric Vehicle Summit aims to harness cross-value chain partnerships to drive the EV industry forward, hosting an impressive Add to favorites Blogger del.icio.us Facebook Google Buzz RSS YahooBuzz Yahoo! Bookmarks Tumblr StumbleUpon Slashdot [...]

  • Competition: Maruti Suzuki WagonR Launches “Think Big Challenge 3”

    admin
    13 May 2012 | 12:08 pm
    Add to favorites YahooBuzz Digg Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Maruti Suzuki WagonR Launches “Think Big Challenge 3” to provide a unique platform for those smart minds who have the passion to see their business thoughts come to life A vehicle for Innovation and Econom Add to favorites Blogger del.icio.us Facebook Google Buzz RSS YahooBuzz Yahoo! Bookmarks [...]

  • Guest article on renewable energy: The Challenges in Developing a Zero Carbon Internet

    admin
    4 May 2012 | 12:01 pm
    Add to favorites YahooBuzz Digg Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Probably the strongest challenge in creating a zero carbon Internet is discovering renewable sources of energy that will provide power to routing nodes, carrier hotels and data centers. A suggestion was made to just buy renewable power from a local u Add to favorites Blogger del.icio.us Facebook [...]

  • Article: EV Charging Infrastructure & Grid Integration

    admin
    22 Apr 2012 | 11:14 pm
    Add to favorites YahooBuzz Digg Facebook Twitter LinkedIn While participating at the China EV Charging Infrastructure & Grid Integration Forum 2012 I asked for opinions on charging issues during a forum discussion and all six panelists came with a different answer. This made me realize that the EV indus Add to favorites Blogger del.icio.us Facebook [...]
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  • No visual changes in Bajaj Pulsar 200NS production model

    bharathautos
    16 May 2012 | 5:22 am
    Today we have some good news for our readers, just a couple of days before we disappointed our readers saying that all new Bajaj Pulsar 200NS production model(image seen above) has been spotted at a Bajaj Auto showroom in New Delhi with some visual changes, including the tank scoop and side panels finished in body colour, rather than matt black finish. Also was the strange fact that the Triple Spark sticker is missing from the engine cover. These changes made the bike a look bland in our opinion too. While now an leading automobile blog named Motoroids tell, these visual changes seen in a…

  • Lamborghini Urus SUV will be the lightest and fastest in its segment, if produced

    bharathautos
    16 May 2012 | 2:11 am
    While Lamborghini is still decided whether to build a sedan or a production version of the Urus SUV, it seems to be leaning towards that latter. In a recent interview with Maurizio Reggiani, Lamborghini’s R&D director, Automotive News Europe learned that Lamborghin believes that the SUV segment is the right one. “It has the biggest growth potential and the highest emotion,” CEO Stephan Winkelmann said. “We are investing in profitability.” Reggiani said that the brand’s top engineers have their work cut out for them for the next four to five years. He further added “We were…

  • Ford Motor Co. unveils its new tagline ‘Go Further’

    bharathautos
    16 May 2012 | 1:41 am
    Ford Motor Co. (also known as FoMoCo) is focused on becoming a global automaker and has done quite well in the past couple of years by streamlining its portfolio and offering some global models including the Fiesta and Focus. Ford’s CEO Alan Mulally is keen on keeping a single uniform idea for all of Ford’s markets with fuel-efficiency at the forefront of the company’s focus. To make that apparent, Ford is now dropping its ‘Drive One’ and ‘Feel the Difference’ tag lines and has adopted ‘Go Further’ as its single global tagline. (See the video below, after the jump)  …

  • Japanese modeler makes the best Transformers model (Video)

    bharathautos
    16 May 2012 | 1:20 am
    Fans of Transformers would enjoy this little find here. A Japanese modeler had decided to craft his own Transformer model of Bumblebee. The one shown in the video is the eighth version that the modeler produced with a total of 22 servo motors. However, this isn’t the Camaro-based Bumblebee that we’ve come to be familiar with. This version of Bumblebee harks back to the original Transformer series, when Bumblebee morphed from a Volkswagen Beetle. (See the video below, after the jump)   Also see - GM sells Transformers limited edition Beat & Cruze Video – Honda’s star…

  • John Abraham gifted a self customized Harley Davidson bike to Akshay Kumar

    bharathautos
    15 May 2012 | 3:38 pm
    Sports bike enthusiast, John Abraham is someone who likes to keep his promises. Reportedly, during the shooting of Desi Boyz, John had promised Akshay Kumar that he will gift him an expensive bike, after the success of their third film together at the Box-Office. John did not forget his promise and after the success of Housefull 2, John Abraham surprised Khiladi Kumar by gifting him a super bike. In an interview to a leading website, John Abraham said, “Since the first time we worked together, Akshay has always been a strong support. So it’s my way of showing my love and respect for him.
 
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  • New Audi RS Q3 Concept

    cars_man
    18 Apr 2012 | 7:51 am
    Audi has been toying around with the idea of a high-performance version of its Q3 compact crossover powered by the RS3 Sportback’s (and the TT RS’) turbocharged inline-five for quite a while now. Some of you may remember that the Ingolstadt-based automaker offered the media a surprise test drive of an unmarked prototype back in [...]

  • DMC Terra 650

    cars_man
    17 Apr 2012 | 9:38 am
    Taking a break from their core focus of tuning Lamborghini cars, DMC Design has released preliminary images of their styling and performance package for the Porsche Cayenne II dubbed, Terra 650. DMC reports a growing number of their clientele using the Porsche Cayenne or Panamera as their daily car, and therefore, thought a moderate tuning [...]

  • New Mercedes-Benz A25 AMG Spy Shots

    cars_man
    17 Apr 2012 | 9:32 am
    The people at AMG are hard at work with the development of the most potent model of the newly revealed Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatchback. Rumored to be named either the A 25 AMG or A 45 AMG, the hot hatch could make its world premiere as early as this fall at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. [...]

  • 2013 Dodge Dart has a starting price of just $15,995

    cars_man
    17 Apr 2012 | 2:44 am
    Chrysler announced today that the 2013 Dodge Dart will be priced at just $15,995 (excluding $795 destination) and that the vehicle will be available in five different trim levels – SE, SXT, Rallye, Limited and R/T. All the versions will be powered by a 2.0-liter 16-valve Tigershark I-4 engine delivering 160 horsepower (hp) and 148 [...]

  • 2013 Chevrolet Black Diamond Avalanche

    cars_man
    16 Apr 2012 | 3:42 am
    Chevrolet is bidding goodbye to the Avalanche as it recently confirmed that the 2013 Avalanche will be its last. Chevrolet is offering the 2013 Black Diamond edition as a send-off for this truck that is credited for having driven sales up for crew cab pickups. It was a decade ago that U.S. sales of this [...]
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  • Best Muscle Cars

    Editor
    15 May 2012 | 11:14 am
    If you are a car aficionado, it is hard not to crack a smile when you see a classic muscle car. They are built to take the beating due to their iron and steel composition. For quite some time, they embodied everything that is great about the auto industry especially during the 60’s and 70’s. Everyone has their own favorite muscle car. Depending on everyone’s preference, let us see what makes them special.   • The 1970 Buick GSX has a 360 hp and an exceptional 510 lb-ft of torque. Compared to other muscle cars, the numbers might be underrated however this car model made a…

  • Finally launched the new Ferrari Enzo

    Editor
    14 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    This new car model coming from Ferrari is finally launched. Recently it was spotted being tested on a high speed track somewhere in Germany. The car model is said to be a rival of Porsche 918 spyder. It is also said to be a replacement for McLaren F1 sports car. Under its hood is where you can find its carbon body, chasis and a V12 engine. Visually, you will find clues that give away the fact that Enzo is made by Ferrari. This is thanks to the 458 front-end style. The wheels are also made from FF alloy. Enzo has a flat nose with rise haunches. It mirrors the proportion of 458. The only…

  • Beijing Motor Show 2012

    Editor
    13 May 2012 | 12:38 pm
    This 2012, the Beijing motor show or also known as 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition went on from April 27th to May 2nd. This had picked up the interests of car aficionados since top car manufatcurers began showcasing their products to the Chinese market. BMW, the luxury car manufacturer from Germany joined this year’s auto showas they presented their 3 series sedan with special wheel base version and another three new models that are making a premiere in this part of the world soon. There were also other new car models that were offered to the Chinese and other people who…

  • The new Mustang 2015

    Editor
    12 May 2012 | 10:18 am
    A world without mustang is very unimaginable. It is a very iconic car model that has wowed several generations of car fans. The collection has its low points but Ford is truly creative and they have redesigned the car that would turn out to be a classic. There is no doubt that the coming Ford is the best of the bunch in terms of quality, handling and even performance. Although this is the case, there is a downside of current models like the fact that it is not expensive. This new upcoming Mustang is said to be an up market and much closer to a performance car. In attempt to redesign the new…

  • Ertiga is the name of the new Suzuki Swift MPV

    Editor
    11 May 2012 | 9:49 am
    Maruti Suzuki is one of the largest car manufacturers in India. The company recently launched Suzuki Swift MPV. It is a rival against Innova and other cars that fall in this segment. You have the option to choose between petrol and diesel. The car model is so big that it can seat about seven people. It is complemented with comfortable and security related features. Although this is the case, this Ertiga is very affordable. You can have the components that will make traveling relaxing without spending a fortune. If you want more space, the rear seats are foldable. When safety is the topic,…
 
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  • The BMW X1 is finally being released in the U.S!

    beccawinn
    8 May 2012 | 11:42 am
    The BMW X1 was released in Europe back in 2009, but  BMW held off on bringing it here, until now. With gas prices on the rise and the U.S market begging for more downsized vehicles, the smallest member of the X series is here. The X1 is just 4.5 inches smaller than the X3, which prior to the release of the X1 was the smallest BMW crossover on the market. Actually, when you see both on the street they look very similar. The X1s shape is generally the same as the European version but with little tweaks such as a more aggressive front fascia and bumpers. The design is sporty and features…

  • The BMW Lifestyle Product Line: Perfect for Mother’s Day and every other day.

    beccawinn
    2 May 2012 | 1:57 pm
      The BMW Lifestyle Product line allows BMW owners to experience the ultimate driving experience in a whole new way. With seven different categories and hundreds of gift and accessory items, BMW makes it easy to incorporate the high quality and prestige of the BMW brand into all aspects of your life. With Mother’s Day just around the corner the BMW Lifestyle Products are also the perfect spot to find a gift any BMW mother would approve of. The “Accessories & Gifts” section features precision-crafted accessories created for those who want to have a way to express their love for…

  • New BMW M6 has the most powerful engine ever in an M-Series

    beccawinn
    18 Apr 2012 | 2:11 pm
    The BMW M6 has come back from a two year hiatus, and is now more powerful, more efficient, and more luxurious than ever before. The new M6 is offered as either a 4-seat Coupe or Convertible and comes complete with the most powerful engine ever in a BMW M-Series. Chapman BMW on Camelback General Manager Mat Dresp said, “This iconic model has represented the luxury and daily usability of a top range BMW combined with true super-car performance.” Phoenix BMW drivers will love the amped-up, twin-turbocharged, direct-inject 4.4-liter, V-8 engine. The peak turbo boost of 21.7 psi helps create…

  • Chapman introduces special offers on BMWs for grads, military

    Holly
    12 Apr 2012 | 2:16 pm
    Chapman BMW on Camelback is now making it easier for new college graduates and military personnel to experience the Ultimate Driving Machine. Recent college grads seeking a sleek and sophisticated ride to their new jobs can take advantage of a $1,000 incentive, plus our best available rates when they lease or finance a new Model Year 12 or Model Year 13 BMW. This program is only available on BMW cars leased or purchased through BMW Financial Services. You’re eligible if: You’ve earned an undergraduate, graduate or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university…

  • New 2012 BMW 3 Series Debuts at Chapman BMW on Camelback

    Holly
    26 Mar 2012 | 2:29 pm
    Chapman BMW on Camelback offers Phoenix BMW customers the opportunity to test drive and purchase the sixth generation BMW 3 Series Sedan. Phoenix drivers will find that the vehicle will not only set a new standard for performance and handling but also for luxury, technology and efficiency as well. Powerful styling and traditional BMW design cues make the 3 Series ready for the spotlight, and it’s on sale now at Chapman BMW. “Most customers at our Phoenix BMW dealership are pleased with the debut of a powerful four-cylinder engine and the technological innovations that the new 3 Series…
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  • Holy Lincoln, Batman! How the Batmobile Came to Be

    The Bold Ride Team
    15 May 2012 | 3:58 pm
    “Atomic batteries to power; turbines to speed.” “Roger.  Move out.”  For millions of Americans in the late 1960s, those words were as memorable as the “one small step for mankind” remark uttered by Neil Armstrong as he stepped upon the face of the moon. They signified that the Batmobile from the famous TV show was about to take off once more. What few viewers knew, however, is that the legendary vehicle was a one-of-a-kind concept car built more than ten years before, as an attempt to forecast what vehicles would look like in the future. In 1952 Bill Schmidt, head of…

  • Who am I?

    The Bold Ride Team
    15 May 2012 | 1:54 pm
    Any idea what ride is in this picture? Here are a few hints: Year: Late 60′s Make: American Model: Arguably America’s most popular mid-size car of the time Give up? Click here to reveal This post from the BoldRide Blog is by The Bold Ride Team. Boldride is the ultimate library of car pictures, videos, and more!

  • eBay Car of the Week: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

    The Bold Ride Team
    14 May 2012 | 4:09 pm
    This 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS is on eBay through through May 16th (the current bid is US $34,900 but the reserve has not been met) About this Car The Chevrolet Chevelle left a footprint in muscle car history. The 1968 Chevelle SS became a series on its own and was only produced through the 1973 model year. The ’68 Chevelle got an distinct new sculpted body with bold front fenders, dual headlights and rode a sporty lower wheelbase than previous Chevelles. Available as a hardtop or convertible, the Chevelle SS was an awesome ride, and icon of the time. What the seller said about it This…

  • Event Highlights: Top 5 Million Dollar-Plus Cars Auctioned at Monaco

    Jessica Stein
    14 May 2012 | 1:57 pm
    This past weekend RM Auctions held their Monaco Auctions at the Grimaldi Forum, Monaco. Over $43 million in sales with 87% of all lots sold at the Monaco Sale (May 11-12) makes for a spectacular auction. “Monaco 2012 has been a fantastic success. With in excess of 33.5 million (euros) sold, this sale rates as one of Europe’s highest grossing collector car sales of all time and most certainly the highest grossing collector car auction in Europe this year. Once again, RM has proved itself to be the preeminent force in the collector car auction scene,” says Max Girardo, Managing Director,…

  • Why Carroll Shelby is more than a Legend

    The Bold Ride Team
    14 May 2012 | 12:34 pm
    In the history of automobiles there are names that are revered as legends, such as Vic Edelbrock and Ferdinand Porsche. Then there is one that, above all others, stands out as representing everything that automotive beauty and performance are about. That name is Carroll Shelby, who passed away on May 10th. Carroll Hall Shelby was born January 11, 1923, to Warren Hall Shelby, a Texas mail carrier, and his wife, Eloise Lawrence Shelby. Early in life he developed heart valve problems, almost causing his death at age seven. The courage and determination he showed in overcoming this disability…
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  • Win tickets to the Top Gear Festival in Durban

    Thegandra
    15 May 2012 | 10:15 am
    Automotive Business Review & TOP GEAR FESTIVAL – POWERED BY SHELL V-POWER – are giving away 15 Double sets of SILVER TICKETS TO THE SUNDAY 17th June 19h30 Show. Tickets include: Stadium Show- Middle Level seating ­ Sunday 17th June @ 19h30 Access to the festival Experience the entire festival which includes exhibition stands with leaders in the automotive industry, and the extreme Street Circuit. To enter the competition, please email competitions@abrmotoring.com with the subject line: “Top Gear Festival” and answer the following question: Name any one of the Top…

  • Chevrolet to add Trax to its SUV line-up

    Thegandra
    15 May 2012 | 7:48 am
    The Chevrolet Trax, an all-new small sport utility vehicle, will join the Chevrolet portfolio and make its debut at the Paris Motor Show in September 2012. “Trax provides Chevrolet an entry into a growing small SUV segment and delivers the flexibility, great fuel economy and car-like handling that urban explorers require,” said Susan Docherty, President and Managing Director of Chevrolet Europe. With room for five passengers and generous cargo space, Trax will meet the needs of customers in over 140 markets. The small SUV is likely to arrive at Chevrolet dealerships in mid 2013,…

  • BMW M135i confirmed for SA

    Thegandra
    15 May 2012 | 2:56 am
    BMW has announced that it will introduce the all-new three-door 1 Series derivative locally. The range will comprise of both petrol and diesel engines with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, the latest chassis design and rear-wheel drive, and guarantees a sporty driving experience which is reflected in the dynamic and lean appearance of the new three-door BMW 1 Series. This sportiness is especially evident in the first BMW M Performance car for the compact segment: the BMW M135i is a top-ranking vehicle thanks to its N55 turbocharged 3.0L petrol engine with M Performance technology, along with…

  • Last Volkswagen Beetle built in South Africa restored

    Thegandra
    14 May 2012 | 5:42 am
    Volkswagen has restored the last Beetle ever built in its manufacturing plant in Uitenhage. The Beetle was practically destroyed in a vehicle carrier accident in 2006. The metallic bronze Beetle represents the last of 288,353 Beetles built in Uitenhage from 31 August 1951 to 18 January 1979. It was never used and lived in the Volkswagen museum – now the AutoPavilion. It only had 200km on the clock when the accident happened on its way from a show in Cape Town in November 2006. The vehicle carrier overturned and nine of the AutoPavilion’s best historic cars were destroyed.  “Being such…

  • MINI GP II revealed

    Thegandra
    14 May 2012 | 2:48 am
    Only once has there been anything like it, but even that wasn’t as quick. With the MINI John Cooper Works GP, the British premium brand has come up with another car of exceptional talent designed to deliver extreme performance on both the race track and the road. The sportiest road-registered MINI ever made will go on sale later this year in a limited run of 2,000 cars. It is currently completing a programme of testing in preparation for series production, part of which has ainvolved setting an impressive fastest lap of the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife circuit. The MINI John Cooper Works…
 
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  • Pre-Production Porsche ‘918 Spyder Hybrid’ Revealed

    eddie
    16 May 2012 | 4:35 am
    We got a glimpse of the Porsche 918 as a concept back in 2010 at the Geneva Motor Show and Porsche has now revealed the final product. The Porsche 918 Spyder is a plug-in hybrid supercar which will enter production towards the end of September, 2013 and first deliveries being made before end of next year.The 918 Spyder features a mid-mounted V8 engine capable of producing over 500 horsepower to the rear wheels via a seven speed dual clutch transmission. There are also two electric motors, one per axle, which produce a combined power of 218 horsepower making the 918 Spyder capable of putting…

  • Concept One Electric Supercar By Rimac Automobili

    eddie
    15 May 2012 | 8:05 am
    Two years in the making and the ‘Concept One’ by Rimac Automobili is finally up for grabs for those who can afford the world’s first “electric hyper car”. The Concept One is one of the few production vehicles which surpass the 1,000hp mark with this particular car producing an impressive 1,088 horsepower which is near Bugatti Veyron territory.The Concept One features ‘All Wheel Torque Vectoring’. With this setup, powertrain of the vehicle is divided into four sub-systems with each system delivering power to one wheel each and working independently from each other. This allows…

  • BMW 3 Series Touring

    Faisal
    14 May 2012 | 1:38 pm
    The sixth generation BMW 3 Series (F30) finally has a station wagon in the lineup and unlike the previous generation, this 3 Series wagon will be available in North America.  The 3 Series wagon will be called Touring in Europe and Sports Wagon in North America, in Europe the car will go on sale later in 2012 while North Americans will have to wait until spring 2013 to get their hands on these sporty wagons.In Europe the BMW 3 Series Touring will initially be offered in three varieties, one gasoline engine and two diesel engines.  The 328i Touring will be powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged…

  • Fan Made Jaguar XKX Concept By Skyrill

    eddie
    14 May 2012 | 6:59 am
    The fan made Jaguar XKX Concept is the creation of Skyrill in collaboration with Marin Myftiu and has taken inspiration from the iconic Jaguar E-Type. Although this concept vehicle has no affiliation with the official company, this car is a true Jaguar at heart in many ways.The aim of this concept vehicle is to revive the iconic design lines of the brand while integrating modern aerodynamics and new technologies such as an electric powerplant aimed at pushing both performance and power efficiency to a new level. The concept vehicle features microscopic layers of piezoelectric cells which help…

  • New Infiniti Compact Model To Hit Austria In 2014

    eddie
    11 May 2012 | 3:33 am
    Some of my favorite cars in the past have come from the Datsun, Nissan, and Infinity family and that continues to be the case to date with vehicles such as the Maxima, 370Z, G Series, M Series, and Infiniti FX Series. Just yesterday, Infinity and Austrian manufacturer, Magna Steyr, announced the details of a new Infiniti premium compact model.The new entry-level Infinity is to hit the showrooms in 2014 and will be available in key markets around the world including Western Europe. No word yet on whether it will be available in North America but I would consider this part of the world as a…
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  • How to Find a Trustworthy Car Dealer in 5 Steps

    otoblitz
    14 May 2012 | 11:21 am
    Purchasing a car can be stressful enough on its own as buyers have to consider pricing, payment plans and new insurance costs. Worrying about the reliability of the car itself should never be an issue. To eliminate the concern you might have about getting a reliable car, you need to find a dealer you can trust. Unfortunately, doing so might be easier said than done. This article will help you along your way by exploring five great methods for finding a trustworthy dealer. 1. Value Word-of-Mouth Advertising. Get recommendations from people whose opinions you respect. Speak with friends and…

  • Carbon Motors and BMW Collaborate to Reinvent the Police Car

    otoblitz
    8 May 2012 | 12:35 pm
    Cop cars in action movies always seem so awesome—strong, fast and demanding. The cop car that ends up pulling you over in real life, however, is a bit less than impressive, usually a large sedan (similar to what grandpa drove). Yes, law enforcement officials need a large car with a large engine and plenty of trunk and cabin space for equipment and suspects, but it’s time authority vehicles looked a bit more authoritative. You are probably familiar with the old Ford Crown Victoria, the most widely used cop car around, and the Chevrolet Caprice, neither of which would be considered…

  • What are the top 10 most fuel efficient cars

    otoblitz
    4 May 2012 | 7:10 pm
    Fuel efficient cars have many different benefits for drivers. The right cars will lead to reduce refilling costs, lower emissions, and savings on insurance. Trends within the car industry are moving towards making fuel efficiency one of the key ways in which cars can reduce their CO2 emissions and environmental damage, while also passing savings onto drivers. Similar trends towards hybrid and electric cars are also creating more options for drivers who want an alternative to a petrol or diesel vehicle. In this way, there are a wide range of cars on the market that offer fuel efficient…

  • Top Five Automotive Maintenance Tasks you can Tackle Yourself

    otoblitz
    4 May 2012 | 8:22 am
    Maintaining your car is one of those projects that many owners avoid under the mistaken belief that they cannot do the work themselves. There really isn’t a reason to feel this way, though. Most owners might be surprised just how easy these simple tasks can be. As a matter of fact, you can save a substantial amount of money because you don’t have to pay labor costs for what might take you a relatively short amount of time. These five maintenance tasks are at once both easy to accomplish and necessary for the longevity of your vehicle. Detailing Keeping your car clean is the number…

  • Window Tinting Laws In The United States – What Can You Get Away With?

    otoblitz
    4 May 2012 | 1:48 am
    All U.S. states have window tinting laws, and many local communities have their own local tint regulations in addition to state law. While there are no national standards, there are some basic principles that guide most window tint regulation laws. These basic principles are: Tints that block less than 20% of the available exterior light are generally legal in all states on all windows except the windshield Tints that block more than 20% of the available light are probably legal in your state, provided these tints are limited to the back windows Most jurisdictions limit the amount of space…
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  • Lingenfelter Collection – Lingenfelter Corvette’s and More

    Holly M
    15 May 2012 | 10:09 pm
    Mike Musto is the host of “Big Muscle”, a weekly video series hosted on YouTube’s Drive Channel. As the link indicates, this week’s show has Mike visiting one of the most revered and well-known private owner car collections – The Lingenfelter Collection located in Brighton, MI. The Lingenfelter Collection is home to some 200 rare, unique and vintage performance automobiles plucked up over the course of 40 years by its owner Ken Lingenfelter. Ken is a distant cousin of legendary drag racer and performance engineer John Lingenfelter and had the means and opportunity to purchase…

  • Porsche 918 Spyder: The Next Phase

    J-Doz
    15 May 2012 | 4:47 pm
    Porsche recently released some new photos of its hybrid supercar, the 918 Spyder. Porsche is now claiming that the 918 Spyder project is ready to move into the next phase and begin production in the fall of 2013. If you recall Porsche unveiled the 918 RSR, which shocked a lot of people to see that Porsche was looking into making hybrid performance cars. Well it is clear now that Porsche intends to create hybrid vehicles without sacrificing any amount of performance. The appearance of the 918 Spyder brings back visual cues that were found on the Porsche 917 which, to some, is considered the…

  • Carroll Shelby Dead at 89

    J-Doz
    11 May 2012 | 6:12 pm
    On of the single most influential car enthusiast, Carroll Shelby has passed away at the ripe age of 89 on May 10, 2012. Shelby who has made a tremendous impact on the car world since he began as a driver throughout the 1950s. During his time as a driver he drove for teams Cad-Allard, Aston Martin, and Maserati. Shelby then went on to design some of the most breathtaking cars ever. Carroll Shelby’s last car the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500, was recently unveiled this spring an announced as the most powerful Mustang ever. The GT500 will produce 662hp from the most powerful production V8…

  • 2013 BMW X1 (SAV) Preview

    James
    8 May 2012 | 9:52 pm
    2013 BMW X1 gears up for US markets   Known for its 3 Series, which continues to maintain a strong grip on the luxury car market, the German car maker BMW is now set to introduce the 2013 BMW X1 in the US. The new vehicle has been plying on roads in several countries but will hit the US markets this fall with certain improvements in both the interior as well as the exterior. BMW’s latest compact crossover vehicle was introduced at the New York International Auto Show, last month. The X1 in the US will have additional safety and luxury features as compared to the versions available in…

  • Jaguar F-Type Scheduled to hit the Market in 2013

    James
    7 May 2012 | 5:33 pm
    Jaguar to fuel sports car segment with the F-Type   Jaguar has planned to introduce a new two-seater sports car, the Jaguar F-Type convertible with an eye on the world’s biggest sports car market – the United States. The car will hit showrooms by mid-2013 for which a formal announcement was made at the New York International Auto Show. Specific details of the models are not known yet but it is already creating quite a buzz. Jaguar has in its kitty the XF sports sedan and with its new lineup of sports cars, it promises to deliver a power packed experience for sports car lovers, who…
 
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  • 2012 Toyota Avalon Review

    Motor Guidance
    16 May 2012 | 12:17 am
    Advantages Reclining rear seats; seats five passengers in comfort; efficient and strong powerplant; comfortable ride; good visibility. Disadvantages Refined nature leaves little room for personality or flair; slightly expensive for its segment; front seats lack support; elevated road noise. Introduction 2012 Toyota Avalon is the company’s flagship passenger vehicle with smooth handling and quality craftsmanship, which make it a desirable choice amongst full size rivals. It is a solid choice for a large sedan; however some less expensive and newer rivals may be more appealing. The 2012…

  • 2012 Volkswagen Routan – The Most Family-Friendly Minivan

    Motor Guidance
    11 May 2012 | 1:14 am
    Advantages Slightly nicer as compared to Chrysler siblings; comfortable seats. Disadvantages Chrysler mechanicals serviced by Volkswagen mechanics; lacks 2nd row seat versatility; limited driver legroom. Introduction 2012 Volkswagen Routan is a seven-passenger people mover, which is designed and engineered by Chrysler in a partnership between two automobile manufacturing companies. It offers usual Volkswagen interior design, amenities and quality with the space required to meet the North American consumer requirements. While the 2012 Volkswagen Routan is a competent minivan, it is still…

  • 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe – A Legitimate Sports Sedan

    Motor Guidance
    8 May 2012 | 11:40 pm
    Advantages Good value; sharp handling; strong four-cylinder fuel economy; spirited performance; sporty interior design; livable ride quality. Disadvantages Lacks telescoping steering wheel; cramped back seat; lackluster sound system quality. Introduction 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is designed and engineered for providing the luxury appointments of much more expensive vehicles for less. It combines brisk performance with excellent rear wheel driving dynamics into an attractive package. Several redesigned visual elements including bumpers, front grille, taillights and headlights provide the…

  • Skoda Lauretta – Comfortable and Cozy

    Motor Guidance
    4 May 2012 | 5:01 am
    The Skoda Lauretta is a pretty looking car and this range belongs to the C-segment. It competes with the other current branded automobiles namely, the Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Verna and Honda City. The headlights are quite similar to the Skoda Fabia model but the fit and finish seem premium class. To catch the attention of crowd, this range comes in several vibrant color schemes. If you will surf on the internet for its authorized dealers, then you’ll surely get a suitable and substantial list of results. It can comfortably accommodate at least up to five occupants. The overall look of this…

  • 2012 BMW 7 Series Review

    Motor Guidance
    2 May 2012 | 5:04 am
    Likes Sublime seats; powerful and smooth engines; supreme long distance capability; standout handling. Dislikes Ride too firm for some; clumsy throttle action in Normal mode; high tech features nay overwhelm. Introduction 2012 BMW 7 Series is a pinnacle of the company’s sedans that is loaded with state of the art technology for keeping you safe on today’s roads. Impressive at the front, powerful at the rear, the 7 Series Sedan is a vehicle which exudes confidence. The large kidney grilles highlight its impressive imposing presence, whereas the stunning shoulder line extends uninterrupted…
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  • Used Car Prices Have Hit Their Peak

    RealCarTips.com
    10 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    Used Car Prices Have Hit Their Peak May 10, 2012 Used vehicle prices have finally stopped their upward trajectory and are expected to head a little lower from here as the year progresses. Most analyts were expecting prices to peak and head lower beginning in June, but the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index shows that prices started heading down in April. Used cars have commanded higher prices over the last couple of years due to limited inventory and high gas prices, which boosts demand for fuel-efficient vehicles. If you're shopping for a new car, now's a good time to consider selling your…

  • The Most Difficult Cars to Negotiate

    RealCarTips.com
    10 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    The Most Difficult Cars to Negotiate May 10, 2012 Each month, Cars.com compiles a list of the fastest selling new vehicles during the last month. These are cars that barely have time to get unloaded from the delivery trucks before they're sold. Dealers love these cars because they don't have to negotiate much to sell them. Unfortunately for buyers, if you're interested in one these, you have to be realistic and accept the fact that you're not likely to get a great deal. Waiting a few months will likely help, but some of these vehicles have been hot sellers for a long time. My advice to…

  • The Biggest Cash Rebate Increases

    RealCarTips.com
    10 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    The Biggest Cash Rebate Increases May 10, 2012 Good things come to those who wait, and for those of you who held off buying a car last month, here are the top cash-back rebate increases for the month of May. There are 9 vehicles that have had cash-back rebate increases of 100%, with the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche being the largest increase - up to $5,000 cash back. The Avalanche is set to be discontinued in 2013, so this year is your final chance to get the unique pickup-truck/SUV combo vehicle. In total, there are 28 vehicles that have had some sort of cash-back increase, including the 2012…

  • BMW Offering The Best Luxury Lease Deals

    RealCarTips.com
    10 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    BMW Offering The Best Luxury Lease Deals May 10, 2012 So far this year, Mercedes has been beating BMW in the sales race. Not one to sit idle on the sidelines, BMW has upped the ante by offering exceptional lease deals this month. These are some of the best lease deals I've seen all year, and they're being offered on nearly every model. Some come with an option allowance, which is basically a cash rebate that can be used to lower the purchase price of the vehilce (called the capitalized cost in a lease). The lease deals all come with four years of free maintenance, a 36 month term, and a $725…

  • Chrysler Offering $25 to Test Drive Minivan

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    3 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    Chrysler Offering $25 to Test Drive Minivan May 3, 2012 If you're currently shopping for a minivan, here's a simple way to put an extra $25 in your pocket while you test out vehicles. Chrysler is offering a $25 pre-paid MasterCard if you test drive a 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. Even if you're not considering this model, it's always a good idea to test drive as many different vehicles as you can, you never know if you'll end up liking it best. Here's how to get your $25 incentive: Enter your name and email address at www.ActiveRewards.com. Check your email for your unique Customer Code and…
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  • Mitsubishi Motors in UK Chooses Incentivated to Build iPad App

    Kristy
    8 May 2012 | 4:42 am
    Incentivated- the leading mobile and technology marketing company is delighted to be chosen by Mitsubishi Motors in United Kingdom. App is used by the sales team to promote the vehicle in the entire car range. Company is also hoping to improve the recorded contact details of their customers, address details, and the info securely communicated by the sales teams. Once the work is done, the forms will be transferred electronically through wi-fi or 3G network, or it will be cached for transferring them later to the central marketing database for sales funnel management. In addition to this,…

  • Mitsubishi Mirage in Canada and US

    Kristy
    7 May 2012 | 3:42 am
    Production of Mirage started almost 2 weeks ago at Mitsubishi Motors’ Thailand plant. A new facility for production has been designed for the auto market. The company is planning to release the vehicle all over the world. MM has revealed this vehicle especially for European customers and they have plans to expand in near future. The vehicle is expected to get released some time later in the year 2012, following a launch in North America for the year 2013. The company is expecting to make the most of this vehicle in terms of sales and profits. However, there are rumors that the vehicle is…

  • Galant Might Not Arrive in 2013

    Kristy
    5 May 2012 | 7:15 am
    Galant, Endeavor, and Eclipse are more likely to disappear from the automaker’s lineup as part of their ambitious new Jump 2013 plan. They are more into building small and fuel efficient vehicles as such models are in major product shake-up. Normal, Illinois plant that builds Galant along with other two (Eclipse and Endeavor) will switch over its production to Lancer or Outlander Sport. The automaker has different plans for future and their aggressive new product calls for up to 6 new hybrid, electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles by 2015. Galant is expected to be gone from US showrooms by…

  • Company Launches a Face-Lifted Montero!

    Kristy
    2 May 2012 | 8:00 am
    The Indo-Japanese joint venture company Mitsubishi-HM launched the new version of popular SUV Montero in Indian market recently. The new Montero in SUV style carries sportier and stylish looks when compared to the previous versions. The new Montero does come with a wide range of upgrades in terms of exterior and interior. The changes include stylish front bumper, chrome finished new radiator grille, and more to discuss. There are many newly designed leather materials, fascinating interior, and a new power window panel. With other aerodynamically efficient dimensions, the vehicle is available…

  • General Motors, Isuzu to Discuss on Capital Alliance

    Kristy
    1 May 2012 | 7:04 am
    According to some latest updates, the legendary American based General Motors Corp will start discussions about acquiring nearly 10-percent share in Isuzu Motors Limited, as the 2-two automakers are planning to jointly market commercial vehicles in the Asian, and also in Central and South American markets. If successfully accomplished, the new deal would stimulate a 35-year capital union that was fragmented during 2006 GM’s reforming. The deal may also provoke the Japan based Toyota Motors to market it’s nearly 5.9-share in the Japanese truck manufacturing firm because the GM hook up…
 
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  • Nurburgring Taxi: Jaguar XJ Supersport V8

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    15 May 2012 | 4:03 am
    If you are familiar with the famous “Ring Taxi”, you’ll know that currently it is a BMW M5 E60 powered by a V10 engine with 507 horsepower with which the fans can take a tour of Nurburgring circuit. The British manufacturer, Jaguar, has created a similar model based on its luxury sedan, XJ. From the [...]

  • US Army Tanks Aid 54.5 MPG Mandate

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    14 May 2012 | 4:10 am
    We might just see some breakthrough technologies in automotive industry coming from the labs of US Arsenal. Currently, Michael Reid, along with his team of handful of staff members, is said to be testing a Bradley combating vehicle, which is normally used only under very extreme conditions. Michael Reid is director head of vehicle testing [...]

  • Volvo Eicher to Invest Rs 288 Crore in India

    Nanya
    11 May 2012 | 5:41 am
    VECV (Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles) has newer plans of investing a whopping Rs 288 Crore in one of its facilities in Madhya Pradesh, India. VECV is a joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors. With the help of this massive investment, the group hopes to come with a complete self sustainable facility. The facility [...]

  • Thailand’s Welding and Consumable Market Dependent on Auto Industry Growth

    Jack
    10 May 2012 | 1:32 am
    All the major auto makers around the globe think Thailand can be the apt location for their R&D centers and manufacturing facilities where they can manufacture transmissions, central locking systems, fuel injection pumps and anti-lock braking. This news has brought a broad smile across the consumable and welding equipment market in Thailand. As per studies [...]

  • Toyota Swings Back into Business with Quadrupled 1st Quarter Profit

    Jack
    9 May 2012 | 5:00 am
    The first quarter results of Toyota Motors clearly say why it is often called as the number one automaker in the world. We anyway had no doubts that the Japanese auto brand will bounce back and so it id. Associated Press reports that the company has managed to quadruple the profits to a mind boggling [...]
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