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2013 Lexus GS350 Price Stays Firm at $46,900
Lexus dropped a surprise today announcing pricing for the new 2013 GS350 will remain unchanged from the 2012 model. Despite all the changes that greatly improved the GS – read our extensive review here – the base price for the model will remain at $46,900. Unfortunately Lexus didn’t announce a price for the GS 450h…
2012 Honda Crosstour 4-Cylinder Announced
The Honda Crosstour struggled to take hold in North America since its 2010 release. It could be partially due to the original marketing as a version of the Accord, or maybe that people just don’t like it. One way or another, Honda refuses to give up with its CUV attempt. The company announced today that…
ASMA Design Porsche Cayenne Turbo Is, As Expected – Ugly
It’s been a long while since we’ve come across a new ASMA Design creation, but it looks like it was worth the wait. ASMA has always been common bait for us to make fun of and they didn’t fail to impress with their Porsche Cayenne Turbo project. As expected, ASMA Design released the photos of…
2011 Toyota Tundra Recalled for Incorrect Label
Owners of a 2011 Toyota Tundra should look out for a recall notice, as Toyota will be recalling 502 of them for a wrong label on the pickup truck. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Toyota lists the wrong load-carrying capacity on the faulty labels. The recall will begin in February with Toyota…
Cadillac Planning New Models to Keep Up With China Demand
Kevin Wale, who head’s up the brand’s operations in that country, said at a recent press conference in Shanghai, that the brand plans to boost production by some 40 percent in the next two years.
Mazda MX-5 ‘Jimba-Ittai’ to Bow at Tokyo Auto Salon
The Tokyo Motor Show is behind us, but the Tokyo Auto Salon is coming up in the next few weeks. One of the manufacturers that is using this venue to showcase its new performance products is Mazda. The highlight on Mazda’s stand will be the MX-5 NR-A ‘Jimba-Ittai’ (translates to: rider and horse as one)…
Ford Mustang Safety Investigation Dropped By NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed their preliminary evaluation of the Getrag MT-82 6-speed manual transmission used in 2011 and future Ford Mustangs. “There is no indication of loss of motive power or unreasonable safety risk associated with the alleged defect in the subject vehicles,” the NHTSA said in a press release….
Honda Importing Made-in-China Fit Models to Canada
In Honda’s case it also helps squeeze more money out of its small cars, which are relatively popular with buyers in Canada, yet traditionally far less profitable than larger models.
Electric Jeep Grand Cherokee to Debut at Detroit Auto Show
Fitted with a 37 kw/h battery pack, the electric Grand Cherokee is said to have a range of 100 miles, based on information released from AMP. Final pricing and distributors are expected to be announced during the vehicle’s unveiling in Detroit.
Tesla Model S Priced from $49,900
After much speculation by the automotive community, Tesla has finally released U.S. pricing on its all new Model S. The Model S will go into production in 2012 and will be undeniably one of the best production all electric cars on the market. The Tesla will have a base price of $49,900 after federal tax…
Lexus LF-LC Hybrid Super Coupe Confirmed: Detroit Auto Show Preview
Hours after photos of the upcoming Lexus super coupe concept leaked onto the net, the Toyota luxury brand has released a full photo of the car, confirming it will be called the LF-LC. “Crafted from a clean sheet of paper at the request of Lexus headquarters in Japan, the LF-LC blends both high technology and…
GM to Cover Warranties On Saabs Sold Before February 2010
Just yesterday we reported that Saab has announced that it will not honor any warranties effective immediately and they also advised their dealers to sell off the remaining cars ‘as is.’ This news will surely anger anyone who currently owns a Saab that had some warranty left on it. However, General Motors is coming to…
AutoGuide Goes to Tokyo [Video]
Between coverage the Tokyo Motor Show and filming the Scion FR-S, AutoGuide video producer Chris Blanchette had some time to kill in the Japanese capital. Being the artistic type he captured the hustle and bustle of the metropolis, and of course, spent plenty of time capturing many of the unique vehicles that populate Japan’s busy…
40-Percent of American Car Owners Ignore Maintenance to Save Money
This probably doesn’t come to as a surprise to many – since we’re all guilty of it – but Consumer Reports has taken a poll that reveals 40-percent of American car owners will delay the maintenance of their vehicle due to finances. More eye-opening is the fact that younger drivers, 18-34 years of age, tend…
Volkswagen Passat Ad Pulled From Canadian TV [Video]
Volkswagen Canada is pulling a television commercial after receiving complaints that it is insensitive and offensive. The ad features the Volkwagen Passat, but the complaints center around what happens after the man pulls into the emergency lane. He jumps out of the car in a panic, saying his wife is having a baby, but stops to chat…
Nissan Shows Off 10 Car Tokyo Auto Salon Lineup
Nissan has announced an extensive 10-car lineup for the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon including everything from modified minivans to GT-R race car. Following roughly a month after the Tokyo Motor Show, the salon is in many ways Japan’s version of SEMA, giving aftermarket tuners and race shops a chance to show their wares. In the…
Abarth Sports Car to be Front-Wheel Drive
Rather than a version of the Alfa Romeo 4C, Abarth‘s upcoming sports car will be a front-drive machine. Rumors of a stand-alone model for the Fiat performance brand have been circiling for months, with initial speculation that Fiat would share the 4C among brands. Not so, says the latest report, claiming instead that the Abarth…
1967 Ford Mustang Body Shell Now Available From Ford
Keeping vintage Ford Mustang enthusiasts happy, Ford have added a new full classic Mustang body shell to its Ford Restoration Parts catalog. Along with the 1969 Mustang Fastback and the 1965 Mustang Convertible, the addition of the 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible body shell should be extremely popular. Featuring pronounced character lines, the 1967 body style…
Volkswagen Supports Dakar Rally Organizers With 40 Vehicles
Volkswagen won’t be competing in the 2012 Dakar Rally, but the company will still provide support vehicles to event organizers. For the third year in a row, the company will provide 40 vehicles including 30 Amarok pickup trucks. Despite not competing, those trucks have to be tough enough to handle anything the course can throw…
Lexus LF-Lc Leaked as Stunning New Luxury Super Coupe
Photos of the new Lexus concept car have leaked online, revealing a stunning luxury coupe that is certain to put the Japanese luxury brand back in the spotlight. Called the LF-Lc, it can be seen as a successor to the much-maligned SC model. Styling cues clearly come from both the LFA supercar and the new…
Audi CEO Expects Growth In 2012
Volkswagen AG isn’t afraid of the euro zone debt crisis. They expect Audi, their premium brand, to continue growing in 2012 according to Audi CEO Rupert Stadler. Stadler told WirtschaftsWoche “There’s a good chance for further growth next year… Therefore, we will keep investing and not start saving money.” He also confirmed Audi’s 1.3 million vehicle…
BMW M6 Convertible to Bow at Detroit Auto Show
Other M6 Cabrio features include a seven-speed transmission with Drivelogic, though rumors are surfacing that a six-speed manual could be offered for US customers.
Audi A1 Quattro is an S1 Without the Name
Audi has dropped a nice surprise, releasing details and photos of a limited edition A1 quattro set to go on sale beginning in the second half of 2012. Only 333 units of the hot hatch will be produced and of course, North America will never even get close to sniffing it. Essentially an S1 in…
Infiniti’s Mercedes-Benz Based Compact Will Be Built By Magna Steyr
e A while back we revealed that Infiniti‘s working on a new entry-level, FWD compact that would be based on Mercedes-Benz‘s A-Class platform. We now have news that Canadian-Austrian auto supplier Magna Steyr will be in charge of developing the entry-level model for Infiniti. The final contract is expected to be agreed upon soon, allowing…
