Revealed ahead of the Frankfurt Auto Show, the new Jaguar C-X16 concept moves Jaguar one big step close to becoming a credible threat to the Germans, giving the first look at a volume sports car. There may be some similarities to Jag’s grand touring XK, but the C-X16 is a smaller two-seater. In fact, it’s...
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The Jet race seems to be over. There are no passenger planes as fast as the Concorde anymore, and there are no military jets as fast as the SR-71 Blackbird anymore either. Thankfully, on tarmac, the speed race is still on. Ever since the Ferrari F40 broke past the 200-mph barrier for a production car,...
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The second comes much later, from a 1973 interview with Durant’s widow, Catherine, who claimed that the logo originated while Durant and his wife were vacationing in Hot Springs, Virginia in 1912.
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Compact and cool, the MINI Lifestyle Collection is all about traveling in style. The perfect travel companions for any jet setting adventure, this collection features a range of luggage accessories that are ideal for day trips and extended vacations. And now MINI is promoting the collection using the upcoming MINI Coupe – which will debut...
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Young love can turn into a bitter divorce faster than you can say “Rocktan.” That at least appears to be the case with the relatively recent partnership between Germany’s world-domination seeking Volkswagen and the minicar experts from Japan, Suzuki. Like many a relationship gone sour, the problem appears to be communication. “Volkswagen is not talking...
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You can never have enough racing games on your iPhone or iPad, so it’s a good thing the new Mercedes-AMG 0-100-0 Challenge is ready to be downloaded. This app puts you behind the wheel of the Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster, so you can tear up the track and test your mad racing skills. Available for...
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In two weeks time Subaru will give us the best look yet at its upcoming BRZ at the Frankfurt Auto Show. Rather than any sort of reveal, however, the “Subaru BRZ Prologue – Boxer Sports Car Architecture II” is expected to be yet another look at the car’s underlying platform and engine. The final unveiling...
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With little in the way of new product, Smart is set to debut yet another concept, this time at the Frankfurt Auto Show. Taking design inspiration from the Smart Forspeed concept that was first shown at the Geneva Auto Show, the Forvision concept is a look at just how efficient the rest of the car...
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Porsche and racing go hand in hand, however, the German sports car maker continues to shy away from the likes of Formula 1 and the DTM series. Now there is news that Porsche will compete in a new class of motorsport in 2014. So far the details for this new series are very scarce. All...
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Despite reports to the contrary, new rumors suggest the BMW M3 sedan will live on. The bigger news, however, is that it will be the only M3 model offered. Not to worry two-door lovers. BMW has not forgotten you. There will in fact be a coupe model, it’s just that it will wear the M4...
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Mercedes will launch a new entry-level sports car in 2013, using a rather unconventional engine and drivetrain pairing. While we expect to hear about front-drive 4-cylinder economy cars, from, say, Honda, it’s a surprise to learn that Mercedes is prepping this reliable combo for its new SLA roadster. Based on the same platform as the...
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Can a Volvo transport truck beat a Ferrari in a drag race? Not unbelievable enough for you? Then let’s make the Volvo a hybrid too. OK, so this Volvo isn’t exactly capable of hauling any loads down the Motorväg, but it still makes for an exciting comparo… or at least it did until we found...
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After showcasing the Concept Universe (above) at last year’s Shanghai Auto Show, Volvo will unveil an all-new concept at the Frankfurt Auto Show in just a few week’s time. This latest project will be used as a platform to promote the brand’s new 4-cylinder engine lineup that it claims won’t reduce driving pleasure or the...
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The recall affects 2006 to early 2010 Fit subcompacts, plus in the US, the company is also recalling some 80,111 CR-Vs from the 2006 model year for similar problems.
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BMW is set to debut what it calls the 1-Series Performance concept car at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show, outfitting the all-new 1-Series with a full aerodynamic package along with several BMW Performance parts. The styling package will come complete with front and rear aprons, a pair of side skirts, a modified rear spoiler and...
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Announced at last year’s LA Auto Show, the Ducati and Mercedes AMG partnership initially revealed little more than AMG’s sponsorship of the Ducati Moto GP factory team plus a series of joint marketing and PR campaigns. Now, the collaboration has just created the new Ducati Diavel AMG Special Edition in time for the upcoming Frankfurt...
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Honda is issuing two new recalls, this time for 80,111 CR-Vs from the 2006 model year and 5,626 manual transmission CR-Zs from the 2011 model year for different and separate issues. The 2006 CR-Vs are being recalled for a faulty power window master switch while the 2011 CR-Zs are getting an update to the software...
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Further adding to the mix, is this, the Swedish Camaro Cup; where 40 drivers in nigh identical prepped fifth generation pony cars duke it out in six races over the course of the season.
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According to Chrysler’s own test results the new V-6/8-speed automatic combo, combined with a 2.56:1 final drive ratio; enables these large sedans to achieve 31 miles per gallon highway fuel economy, versus 27 on the outgoing models.
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Teased for many months, Porsche recently revealed the all-new 2012 911 and then showed us just how different the new shape is with a selection of impressive photos. Set to be officially revealed at the Frankfurt Auto Show we now have the first in-the-flesh pics of Porsche’s best-selling sports car from a private showing at...
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Previously capped at 80 mph, the Texas House of Representatives approved a new transportation bill that will raise speed limits up to 85 mph in select areas and put an end to the night-time speed limit as well. Yee-haw! Though exciting for driving enthusiasts (or anyone in a hurry), don’t pack your bags for the...
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There was really only one problem with the V10-powered E60 BMW M5. The issue? A heavy sedan powered by a low torque, high-revving engine that required full throttle and 8-10ths driving to be any real fun. Pair that engine with a light weight race car (a Subaru Impreza for instance), however, and you’ve got quite...
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As Ram sales continue to increase, efforts made to keep the ball rolling result in the new for Ram “65RFE” six-speed automatic transmission that will replace the old outgoing five. The five-speed transmission, “545RFE,” features an interesting split dual cog 2nd gear. Engagement on one cog or the other depend on whether the transmission is...
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Twin turbo experts in everything from Dodge Vipers to Lamborghini Gallardos, Heffner Performance has introduced a “bolt-on” twin-turbo system for the Ferrari 458, boasting that it’ll increase the factory horsepower rating by 257 ponies, bringing it up to an astonishing 820-hp. Perhaps more shocking is that Heffner claims the setup can do all this on...
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