Porsche 918 Spyder Laps the ‘Ring in Martini Livery – Spy Photos
Porsche is set to wow the world with its new supercar, the 918 Spyder, which our man caught in some spy photos earlier today.
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AutoGuide Week-In-Reverse: Jeep Fails ‘Moose Test,’ Gymkhana Five Hits Big
The automotive industry is a global business that is constantly evolving and growing, and we here at AutoGuide know it can be hard to keep up sometimes. So here is a summary of the top stories you may have missed this past week:
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Named ‘Most Disliked Car of 2012’
Drawing widespread criticism into a tight bundle, Fortune Magazine is concluding that the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco is the most disliked car so far this year, something that AutoGuide found last December when we drove the car.
2013 Ford Fusion Offers Engine Start-Stop
One of the best signs of a well executed fuel saving feature is not noticing it at all, something Ford went through painstaking effort to allow with the 2013 Fusion.
Infiniti M35h GT Lowers Price for Brand’s Hybrid Sedan
Infiniti announced today that the M35h GT, a cheaper version of its high-end hybrid sedan, will be available in U.K. showrooms this month.
BMW, Toyota Announce Plans for Co-Developed Sports Car
Industry giants Toyota and BMW held a press conference in Munich today to discuss plans for its partnership initially announced last December, unveiling plans for a co-developed sports car.
Toyota ‘Exit the Highway’ Campaign Offers Chance at Free Prius V
Toyota and The Audubon Society want to encourage drivers to take the scenic route this summer. Its “Exit the Highway” campaign highlights scenic drives to natural attractions in over 60 cities and offers the chance to win a free Prius V.
Toyota Creation Station Tour Kicks Off July 4
Toyota is using Independence Day at the Fair St Louis to launch its new Creation Station Tour to offer a family-friendly introduction to the brand’s lineup through games and activities.
2015 Toyota Prius Cuts Weight, Improves Efficiency
The Toyota Prius is the best-selling hybrid in the world and the brand is ensuring the next generation has even better fuel economy to keep that title alive.
2013 Toyota Avalon will get Hybrid Option
For 2013 the Toyota Avalon gets a full redesign including a first-ever hybrid option that remained under speculation until a company spokesman confirmed it with us today.
Toyota Expands BMW Partnership to Develop Hydrogen Fuel-Cells
Toyota is deepening its partnership with BMW by agreeing to supply the German automaker with hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell technology. The companies first partnered in December of last year with BMW supplying Toyota with small diesel engines for the European market in exchange for Toyota’s lithium-ion hybrid systems and research.
Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Announced for Paris
Japanese automaker Mitsubishi announced that it will bring a plug-in hybrid version of its Outlander to the upcoming Paris Motor Show this September.
2014 Chevrolet Volt Getting 2.0L Turbo: Rumor
Note: After publication this story was revised to accurately reflect the Volt’s drivetrain. Anyone thinking about switching to a Chevrolet Volt should consider waiting, at least if inside information leaked today about the 2014 model year is true.
Audi R18 e-Tron Video Discusses Track Performance
Known as an innovator in racing, Audi isn’t being bashful about showing off its new hybrid diesel electric R18 e-Tron race car.
Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient Crossovers
Crossovers have pretty much taken over the Sport Utility Vehicle market, thanks to lower prices, better fuel efficiency and the handling that comes part-in-parcel with being based on a car platform versus truck architecture.
Is a Hybrid is Right For You? New EPA Site Will Tell You
Lets face it, gas is getting expensive and fuel efficient cars are becoming more sought after by new car buyers. Is a hybrid vehicle the answer? Thanks to a new page at fueleconomy.gov, it will become easier to determine if a hybrid is the right choice for you.
Ferrari Enzo Hybrid Confirmed For Year’s End by Montezemolo
Coming off a very successful start to the year that already generated a 42.1 million euro profit, Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo is confirming a hybrid Enzo by the end of the year.
Audi R18 e-tron Quattro Set to make Race Debut
The hybrid, all-wheel drive Audi R18 e-tron quattro race car sporting a diesel powerplant will make its race debut at Spa Francorchamps this weekend.
Top 10 Progressive Sports Cars of the Future
Sports cars have often set the bar in new automotive technology and trends. Things like dual-clutch transmissions and forced induction engines were practically engineered for the sole purpose of taking a sports car to the absolute edge of excitement and danger.
Available Diesel Models in US to Double by 2015: Bosch boss Predicts
Demand for diesel-powered passenger cars is growing in the U.S., though it’s still a fraction of the market — a trend Bosch boss Peter Marks sees accelerating in the future.
2013 Audi Q5 Engine Options: Hybrid, Supercharged V6 – Video
Little will change on the surface of the 2013 Audi Q5, but that’s alright because it’s a handsome vehicle with three new engine options for the U.S. market. GALLERY: 2013 Audi Q5
Bentley EXP 9 F Drivetrain Details Released, Plug-In Hybrid Possible
Bentley‘s controversial EXP 9 F SUV that debuted last month at the Geneva Auto Show is soldiering on despite overwhelmingly negative reception at its unveiling. More than a month later, the luxury automaker is revealing engine details including possibilities that might come as a surprise. As might be expected, a 4.0-liter V8 version is being...
AutoGuide Week-In-Reverse: Lamborghini Urus Leaks, EVs Pollute Like Gas and More
The automotive industry is a global business that is constantly evolving and growing, and we here at AutoGuide know it can be hard to keep up sometimes. So here is a summary of the top stories you may have missed this week:
EPA vs CAFE: The Two Sides of Fuel Economy Numbers
Fuel economy numbers are more important now than ever before, as gas prices continue to rise in North America. Recently Dodge came under criticism for announcing its upcoming Dart compact will get 40 mpg combined. An impressively high number, even a class-leading car like the Hyundai Elantra, which gets 40 mpg highway, only achieves...
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