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Report: Gemballa Unveils Seriously Star Wars MIG-UI Enzo
It seems like only yesterday that Ferrari unveiled the Enzo as the pinnacle of all that an automobile could stand for and achieve. It was thought untouchable, both in terms of competition and modification. Oh how times have changed. Dedicated Porsche tuner Gemballa has decided to try its hand at the ultra-exclusive world of Ferrari…
Report: Acura NSX Replacement Arrives to Run in Japan’s Super GT Series
It’s here at last… sort of. Above is a lone photo of the replacement to the Honda/Acura NSX – at least in race car trim. Called the HSV-10 GT, or Velocity Sports Honda, this track only exotic is built to run in the GT500 class of Japan’s Super GT series. As cars in that class…
Report: Aston Martin One-77 Hits 220-MPH In Initial Testing
Aston Martin is preparing to launch the One-77, its first ever supercar, next year and the British automaker is so impressed with the car’s initial performance that it sent out a press release to give an update on the project. Just this week the 7.3-liter V12-powered monster began high speed testing at “a top secret…
Detroit Preview: Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Set to Debut Alongside New Concept Car
***See AutoGuide’s LIVE 2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage Here*** After unveiling the production version of the CTS Coupe at the LA Auto Show just a few weeks back, Cadillac is set to unveil the high-powered version of the very same car at the Detroit Auto Show in January. Plus, it will be joined by an…
Breaking: Schumacher Says He’s “Very, Very, Very” Likely to Be Driving for Mercedes
Michael Schumacher has all but traded in his Ferrari red for the silver and black of Mercedes-Benz. According to Ferrari team president Luca di Montezemolo, the retired Formula One superstar told him in a recent phone conversation that there is a, “very, very, very strong possibility,” that he will be behind the wheel of a…
Report: Fiat Takeover of Chrysler Begins With News that 500C Engine will be Built in Michigan
Fiat’s plan to gobble up all of Chrysler has taken its first step forward since the Italian automaker rescued the struggling America manufacturer from bankruptcy liquidation. Currently Fiat owns 20 percent of Chrysler and has the ability to take a 35 percent share of the company if it meets three specific criteria: building a fuel-efficient…
Report: Ford and Mazda Agree to Continued Partnership… But for How Long?
Last week any future cooperation between Ford and Mazda seemed unlikely after Ford president Mark Fields announced the two companies would no longer share platforms. Now company execs on both sides are reasserting a “long-term partnership.” Both Ford CEO Alan Mulally and Mazda CEO Takashi Yamanouchi have been in talks to discuss future collaborations. News…
Report: Ignition Soul, The Latest Limited Edition Model from Kia
When Kia unveiled the Denim Soul model a few months back, the Korean automaker hinted that it wouldn’t be the last limited edition Soul model. So in following the Scion marketing plan, Kia has now dropped its second special Soul, dubbed the Ignition Soul. The limited run of Ignition models will get a special “ignition…
Report: Next BMW M5 to Get Aluminum Chassis, Carbon Body and F1-Style KERS System
With the launch of the new 2011 5-Series, the debut of the M version of that car is fast approaching. There have been numerous rumors about the new model and the folks at Bimmerfile have attempted to separate fact from fiction to give us an idea at just what to expect. First, we can all…
Detroit Preview: 300-Plus Horsepower Buick Regal, Orlando-Based GMC Granite Set to Debut
***See AutoGuide’s LIVE 2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage Here*** Along with a long list of Chevy products set to debut at the Detroit Auto Show, GM will deliver unconventional new vehicles for both Buick and GMC. First up is a high-performance Buick Regal, thought to be called the GS. Based on the European Opel Insignia…
Report: Mazda to Source Toyota Hybrid Technology for Future Green Vehicles
Mazda has reached a general agreement with Toyota to use its hybrid technology for future products. According to a report in Japanese English daily Yomiuri Shimbun, Toyota will sell Mazda parts like the electric motor, control system and other major components of its industry-leading Prius. Like Toyota, Mazda’s electric components will come from Panasonic. The…
Breaking: Saab Not Dead Yet As Spyker Submits New Proposal
Those digging the grave for Saab might want to put their shovels down after Spyker Cars has submitted a new proposal to purchase the Swedish automaker from General Motors. On Friday GM announced that a deal could not be reached and said it would begin an orderly wind down for Saab. According to Spyker CEO…
Leaked: Even More 5.0-Liter 2011 Mustang GT Info Slips Out
***See AutoGuide’s LIVE 2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage Here*** After details of the 2011 Mustang GT leaked out late yesterday, the folks at AutoWeek decided to blow more of the embargoed information and then additional outlets in attendance couldn’t help themselves by pouring on the details. As we reported yesterday, the 2011 Mustang GT will…
Report: Ford’s ‘Green Plan’ Includes Cutting at Least 250 Lbs. From Each Model
Ford has set a target of at least 250 lbs, which it aims to cut from the company’s future vehicles in order to help meet increasingly strict emissions regulations and extend fuel economy. News of the plan was unveiled during a technology seminar at the company’s Advance Engineering Center in Dearborn, MI. The timeline isn’t…
Rumor Mill: Acura Abandons “Tier One” Goal for Volume Sales
Acura is reportedly moving away from its brand strategy to become a “tier one” luxury automaker in favor of volume sales. While no official word has been given by Honda or Acura representatives, the news has been reported by Honda fan site, TOV, which claims that several dealerships have been told a new strategy will…
Leaked: 2011 Mustang GT to Get 412-hp 5.0-Liter V8
***See AutoGuide’s LIVE 2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage Here*** ***UPDATE*** Official 2011 Mustang GT info and pictures here ***UPDATE*** ***UPDATE*** Additional information has now leaked out, with the new 5.0-liter V8 making 412-hp at 6500 rpm and an impressive 390 ft-lbs of torque ***UPDATE*** It’s official, the 5.0 is back! That’s right… we learned today…
Report: EcoBoost F-150 Will Get Added Torque
Ford has already publicly announced that it will equip future F-150 models with the company’s new EcoBoost V6 engine, but now we have word that, in the truck application, there will be an increase in torque. With twin-turbochargers and direct injection, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 already makes 365-hp and 350 ft-lbs of torque. According to…
Report: Ford Plug-In Hybrid Due in 2011, Electric Car Next Year
At a technology briefing held today at Ford’s Advance Engineering Center in Dearborn, MI, company representatives gave a sneak peak at the automaker’s green plans. The lineup includes official introduction plans for both a battery electric vehicle and Ford’s first plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The PHEV will arrive in 2011 and Ford has said it will…
Detroit Preview: Chevy Camaro Convertible, Aveo RS and More Planned for Detroit Debut
***See AutoGuide’s LIVE 2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage Here*** Chevy is planning to take full advantage of the 2010 Detroit Auto Show, with a long list of debuts. First up is the production version of the sexy-looking Camaro Convertible, which has been shown in concept form and isn’t likely to get many (if any) changes….
Report: Ford and GM Finalists for 2010 North American Car of the Year… and Truck of the Year
***See AutoGuide’s LIVE 2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage Here*** The short list for North American Car & Truck of the Year just got a lot shorter and the list of finalists includes one GM product and one Ford product in each category. The three finalists for 2010 North American Car of the Year include the…
Report: Volkswagen CC Gets the R-Line Treatment
Volkswagen has just announced the release of a new R-Line package for the sporty CC sedan in Europe. Available with all engine types, the R-Line trim delivers an aggressive aero kit including a new front lip and side skirts with R-Line logos. Out back, the taillights also get smoked. A set of 17-inch R-Line wheels…
Report: Audi Gets Its Sexy Back, Names Justin Timberlake Brand Ambassador
Who better to get across Audi’s “new luxury” message and help promote the youth-targeted A1 premium subcompact than Justin Timberlake. Audi has just announced that the pop star and aspiring actor has been named the luxury German automaker’s official brand ambassador. In particular, JT will help with an extensive marketing plan that Audi will unveil…
Report: New Photos of Aston Martin Cygnet Give First Real Look at Luxury Mini-Car
Aston Martin has just released a selection of photos of its Cygnet mini-car concept, giving us the first real look at what this luxury econo-box will be like. Officially still a concept, the Cygnet is expected to go on sale next year in the U.K. and is based on the Toyota iQ mini-car. Sold exclusively…
Report: Audi A1 Not Headed to North America
Over the next several months Audi will unveil a cleveryly divised marketing plan to pump up interest in its upcoming A1 model. But if you live in North America, just ignore it all, as the luxury German automaker has no plans to deliver the car to the U.S. Previous reports had suggested that the car…
