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Acura Sports Car Concept from “Avengers” Flick Previews NSX Successor

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Acura Sports Car Concept from “Avengers” Flick Previews NSX Successor
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Spy photos taken at the set of the upcoming Avengers movie is providing us with a glimpse of a future Acura sports car, driven by Robert Downey Junior who plays Iron Man, Tony Stark. According to AutoExpress, this vehicle points the way for the future NSX successor. Honda‘s previous plans to develop a new front... Continue Reading...

Toyota Named World’s Number One Automotive Brand in Interbrand Study

Toyota Named World’s Number One Automotive Brand in Interbrand Study
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The last two years have been very tough on Toyota. After dealing with safety issues last year, its production took a hit this year due to the earthquake and tsunami in Japan earlier this year. Through thick and thin, Toyota has soldiered on and has managed to retain the title of the world’s number-one automotive... Continue Reading...

2012 Mazda3 SkyActiv Priced from $18,450 with 40-MPG

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2012 Mazda3 SkyActiv Priced from $18,450 with 40-MPG
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Mazda has finally released official pricing on the updated 2012 Mazda3 with the optional 40-mpg SkyActiv engine model starting at $18,450. That model, the Mazda3 i Touring, makes 155-hp and 148 lb-ft of torque for a 5 percent improvement in overall power, a 10 percent improvement in peak torque and a 15 percent improvement in... Continue Reading...

Hyundai Overtakes Honda As America’s Fifth Largest Automaker

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Hyundai Overtakes Honda As America’s Fifth Largest Automaker
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Surging volumes and a lag in Japanese output helped Hyundai surpass Honda as America’s fifth largest automaker in 2011, selling 522 more units (from both Hyundai and Kia combined) than Honda did through September. Analysts cite Honda’s inventory disruption due to Japan’s natural disasters in March as a leading cause of the change in rankings.... Continue Reading...

2012 Nissan Titan And Frontier Get New Appearance Packages

2012 Nissan Titan And Frontier Get New Appearance Packages
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The full-size Titan, the so-called Sport Appearance Package adds body colored bumpers, Dark Hyper Silver grille, black step rails, a set of 20-inch alloy wheels and a lockable storage compartment inside the bed. Moving to the cabin, the SAP adds white faced gauges and seats with special ‘Titan’ embroidery. Continue Reading...

2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas Starts At $26,155

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2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas Starts At $26,155
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The only natural gas production car to be manufactured and sold in the United States, the all-new 2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas will be available at 200 dealers across 38 states beginning on October 18th. Prices for this one-of-a-kind alternative energy vehicle begins at $26,155. The Civic Natural Gas is powered by a modified version... Continue Reading...

Nissan Juke-R Confirmed as a Street Legal, GT-R Powered Crossover [Video]

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Nissan has confirmed the creation of its GT-R powered Juke crossover, the Juke-R. A PR stunt, the Juke-R is aimed at continuing to push the brand’s message that unlike some other Japanese automakers, Nissan isn’t afraid to take chances and have a little fun. “Nissan Juke is one of the most exciting cars on the... Continue Reading...

Mitsubishi Eclipse, Galant May be Resurrected

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Mitsubishi Eclipse, Galant May be Resurrected
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The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution might be the Japanese brand’s highest performance model but the most recognizable model it’s produced over the past several decades is easily the Eclipse. Axed from the company’s lineup this year the Eclipse could return admits Greg Adams, Mitsubishi Motors North America VP of marketing. Of the two, don’t look for... Continue Reading...

2012 Lexus LS, ES and CT Special Edition Models Announced

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2012 Lexus LS, ES and CT Special Edition Models Announced
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Lexus intends to drum up excitement across its 2012 lineup by offering a series of limited edition models. Lexus has massaged its LS flagship with a sport-tuned air suspension as well as a 19-inch 10 spoke wheels and Brembo brakes. The interior receives sport seats at the front and a two tone leather trim throughout.... Continue Reading...

MyMazda iPhone App Offers Customers Real-Time Information About their Cars

MyMazda iPhone App Offers Customers Real-Time Information About their Cars
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If you own a Mazda and an iPhone, you’ll want to download the all-new MyMazda iPhone app. This handy free app offers you easy access to service offers, scheduled and factory maintenance reminders, and other important information – right at your fingertips. Claiming to be one of the first automotive iPhone apps to provide customers... Continue Reading...

Nissan and GE Partner to Fast Track EV Development, Infrastructure

Nissan and GE Partner to Fast Track EV Development, Infrastructure
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On a mission to fast track electrified transportation, Nissan has joined forces with GE, signing a two-year research contract in order to accelerate the development of smart charging infrastructure that is accessible to everyone. GE and Nissan will be focusing its efforts on two key areas in regards to its research efforts: 1. The integration... Continue Reading...

Scion xB, xD Release Series Editions Announced for 2012

Scion xB, xD Release Series Editions Announced for 2012
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Scion has revealed two new Release Series editions for the 2012 model year. The Scion xD R.S. 4 will offer cosmetic upgrades including a unique Blizzard Pearl paint job finished with a sleek set of 16 inch alloy rims in a smoked platinum finish. Interior upgrades will feature colored trim pieces matching the paint scheme... Continue Reading...

2012 Mazda3 Pricing Detailed for Canada, 40-MPG SkyActiv Engine Optional

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2012 Mazda3 Pricing Detailed for Canada, 40-MPG SkyActiv Engine Optional
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Mazda is preparing to launch its new 2012 Mazda3 model with its important new SkyActiv engine and while specifics on the motor aren’t yet available, pricing now is. Or we should say, it is if you live in Canada. We’ve just received the official pricing sheet from Mazda Canada and it contains one major surprise,... Continue Reading...

Subaru Hybrid On Sale in 2014, Won’t Use Toyota Tech

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Subaru Hybrid On Sale in 2014, Won’t Use Toyota Tech
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Subaru is preparing to launch its first every hybrid model in 2013 with an on sale date the next year. Set to be an electrified version of the Legacy sedan at the car’s unveiling, when it arrives in the U.S. the hybrid powertrain could be under the hood of a different vehicle. While the Legacy... Continue Reading...

Toyota Tacoma TRD T/X Baja Series Limited Edition Unveiled at Texas State Fair

Toyota Tacoma TRD T/X Baja Series Limited Edition Unveiled at Texas State Fair
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The opening of the Texas State Fair is always sure to usher in a new group of pickup trucks, with every automaker looking to use the event as a staging point for their latest vehicle. The venue couldn’t be more perfect, with pickup trucks making up one quarter of all vehicles sold in the state.... Continue Reading...

2009 Honda Odyssey Investigated By NHTSA For Liftgate Malfunction

2009 Honda Odyssey Investigated By NHTSA For Liftgate Malfunction
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the 2009 Honda Odyssey for a possible liftgate malfunction. The Odyssey’s power liftgate is said to close unexpectedly, and NHTSA has received seven complaints so far, with two of the complaints resulting in injury after the owners were unexpectedly struck with the liftgate. An estimated 20,000 vehicles are affected.... Continue Reading...

Subaru BRZ Concept Details Revealed

Subaru BRZ Concept Details Revealed
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Since 2009, Toyota has been eager to display their new entry level FR concept coupe throughout its development. First displayed at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, it made appearances at Geneva, New York, and Frankfurt auto shows as well. The press has been so tired of covering the concepts, in fact, that journalists have dubbed... Continue Reading...

Subaru Outback Sport Replacement For 2013

Subaru Outback Sport Replacement For 2013
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For 2012, the outgoing Subaru Impreza Outback Sport will merely consist of a limited set of trim options before it will make way for a completely redesigned model known as the Subaru XV. While it features the requisite all wheel drive, a taller ride height of 8.6 inches, and body cladding, the XV’s appearance is... Continue Reading...

Meguiar’s Bringing World’s Top Nine Show Cars To SEMA

Meguiar’s Bringing World’s Top Nine Show Cars To SEMA
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Meguiar’s is sending nine of the world’s top show cars from around the world to this year’s SEMA Show, holding its first ever Car Crazy International Vehicle Showcase. These nine cars along with their owners will be brought in from all over the globe and will be on display front and center right outside the... Continue Reading...

Nissan CEO Ghosn: Rising Yen Could Force Production Out Of Japan, Electric Cars To Be Built In China

Nissan CEO Ghosn: Rising Yen Could Force Production Out Of Japan, Electric Cars To Be Built In China
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Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn said that the Japanese government’s effort to keep the yen’s value under control had failed and that Nissan was strongly considering moving production out of Japan and into foreign countries. A weakened United States dollar has meant that the value of the greenback has shifted from 91 yen per dollar to... Continue Reading...

2013 Nissan GT-R to Get Another Bump in Power to 570-HP

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2013 Nissan GT-R to Get Another Bump in Power to 570-HP
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In a bid to stay competitive with rivals like the Porsche 911 and Chevrolet Corvette, Nissan is once again planning to increase the performance of its halo GT-R. According to new rumors the 2013 GT-R will feature modified intake and exhaust systems with added boost to generate as much as 570-hp. For 2012 Nissan upped... Continue Reading...
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