Although our German isn’t too great, Auto Motor und Sport, the automotive publication of record in Germany, is reporting that the Hyundai i30, also known as the Elantra Touring, will get a plug-in hybrid version in 2013. Hyundai has hinted at a competitor to the Toyota Prius before, and the i30, designed with the ultra-competitive...
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Romeo Ferraris is clearly looking to offer a street-legal version of their widebody race Abarth 500, and now the Italian tuning firm has released some photos of their Abarth 500 Stradale. Not many details were packaged with the photos, but Romeo Ferraris was quick to announce the 1.4L turbo engine will pack 300-hp. The 500...
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In recent years, sales of Mitsubishi vehicles have been on a global decline. Some feared that this Japanese automaker could one day be forced to close its doors for good, if demand does not increase. In recent years, Mitsubishi has been given a lifeline by the PSA group, which owns Peugeot and Citroen. Both of...
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Who doesn’t love a good mystery? And here’s one that will have you scratching your head – why did Steve Jobs drive a silver 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG without a license plate? With the passing of the Apple legend last week, lots of interesting facts, info and tidbits are coming to light. And one happens...
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As for the type of engine chosen, expect a version of the W12 motor found in the Bentley Continental series, not only preferred for reasons of cost and convenience, but also according to Dürheimer, packaging.
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The 2011 and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is being recalled due to an issue with the rear hatch. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there’s a risk that due to a potential design flaw, the rear hatch could separate from the car. The hatch’s rear hinges may not meet the load requirements that are...
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If you’re an avid follower of Formula 1, you’d have already known that Sebastien Vettel has won the 2011 Drivers Championship. Even though his F1 car is powered by a Renault engine, it is branded an Infiniti for marketing purposes, as Infiniti only launched in Europe this year. Starting with the FX Sebastien Vettel edition....
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This car is so pimp, it wouldn’t be afraid to slap Snoop Dog. From an era when good cars were big cars comes what might just be one of the biggest and best of them all, a 1976 Lincoln Continental Town Car. Currently listed for sale at RK Motors this pristine model has just 23,938...
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They just love hatchbacks in Europe. In fact, they love them so much it’s possible to sell nearly identical models successfully. Could an automaker do the same in North America? Hyundai might just try and find out. According to a report by Car & Driver the Korean automaker isn’t ruling-out selling both the Elantra Touring...
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Remember the Ford Mustang SVO with it’s turbocharged engine? The Blue Oval might just dust off that old badge for a new forced induction ‘Stang, but it won’t be a turbo 4-cylinder. In fact, with earlier confirmation that the Mustang will get an Ecoboost engine, it might not be a version of the SHO’s twin-turbo...
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With a new look, a new engine, a much improved interior and better ride quality you’d think the folks at Chrysler would be pleased with their new Dodge Grand Caravan? After all, it has even been met with much-improved comments from the automotive media. It may have started the entire minivan segment, but Fiat CEO...
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After initially announcing its new truck for other markets all over the globe, Chevrolet has now officially confirmed the Colorado pickup will be sold in America. The new Colorado will have an easier time in the marketplace with Ford insisting it won’t sell it’s new Ranger model in North America. The Ram brand will, however,...
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It’s little surprise that Chevy has decided to offer its new Camaro ZL1 as a convertible, it just wasn’t expected to arrive so soon. Out-powering the Shelby GT500 by 30-hp, the 580-hp ZL1 drop top is the most powerful convertible model Chevrolet has ever built. In fact, Chevy is touting the car’s power and capability,...
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If you’ve got a BMW and an Android phone, you’ll be happy to hear that you’ve got access to the My BMW Remote app. Up until now, the app had only been available for the iPhone, but now the Android smartphone version has access to all the same nifty features. The My BMW Remote app...
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The world’s economy stinks, gas is expensive and we’re all watching our wallets closely. You might assume that would also indicate less car parts being sold, but not for diesel engine manufacturer Cummins. “Several of the economies where Cummins operates are clearly weakening,” COO Tom Linebarger told analysts last month. “We really don’t know how...
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What’s new to talk about with the BMW 1 Series M Coupe? Nothing. So why are we talking about it? We’re not. Rather, we’re drooling over a stunning selection of new photos BMW has released of the car. Looking prepped for a cover shoot, it’s hard not to lust after this incredible sports car and...
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Recently, California based BMW tuning company, Dinan Cars, revealed a video of its latest engine project. Beginning with the V10 BMW S85 engine found in the E60 BMW M5, which remains one of the most sophisticated power plants engineered to date, Dinan bored and stroked the displacement from 5-liters to 5.8-liters, and then installed performance...
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If you’re tired of searching for your garage door remote at the bottom of your purse or in the bowels of your glove compartment, you need to get the Craftsman AssureLink. An update on your regular garage door opener, the Craftsman AssureLink lets you open your garage door from your cell phone. Using the same...
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In North America, where Jaguar Land Rover has been struggling recently, September represented a refreshing turn of events, demand up by some 10 percent, largely aided by the XF, which is proving quite popular with buyers here.
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The Honda CR-Z was always intended to be a car with a split personality. When docile, the hybrid system allows the CR-Z to reach 39-mpg. Then, if prodded, the sporty hybrid promises to deliver sports car levels of driving excitement. However, in its current state, the CR-Z has been more Dr. Jekyll than Mr. Hyde....
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Novitec, famous for tuning Italian gems from Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Ferrari, recently added a new offshoot called Novitec Tridente to expand its portfolio to include Maserati as well. After having worked on the Gran Turismo, Gran Cabrio, and Quattroporte, it’s now time for something more hardcore. Enter Novitec Tridente’s latest project, the focused Maserati...
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Rudi Koniczek and the people that make Rudi & Co. are a part of a tiny niche within a niche of automotive enthusiasts. They are restorers and classic car barn finders, traveling across the world for leads and clues that will reunite them with rare vintage cars thought to be lost forever. Their most recent...
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After a series of lukewarm SS models in the past undermined the public’s impression of the moniker (Malibu Maxx SS, anyone?), Chevrolet now vows to reserve the SS badge for high performance models only. It will not be stamped onto the performance trim Chevrolet Sonic. “It would take a lot more air going through that...
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General Motors has announced its decision to delay the addition of a second shift for the Chevy Volt assembly plant. Intended to meet projections for the Volt to double its production by 2012, the second shift is no longer necessary as a plant overhaul conducted this summer plus a modest addition of 300 workers working...
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