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Pagani Zonda R Official Specs & Photos Released
Legendary Italian supercar-maker Pagani first showed us its track version of the Zonda at the Vienna Auto Show in January and now they have released full specifications and plenty of photos. Called the Zonda R, this track-only machine weighs just 2,359 lbs and makes 750hp! Weight is kept to a bare minimum through the use…
Diesel BMWs Qualify for Tax Credit
Thanks to a new low emissions diesel engine, BMW models equipped with the twin-turbo 3.0-liter diesel inline-six motor will qualify for a tax credit, valued at up to $1,800. The Advanced Lean Burn Technology Motor Vehicle Tax Credit has just been confirmed by the IRS, and is awarded to vehicles that burn significantly less fuel…
No Mitsubishi EVO X or VW R32 for 2009
News has just emerged that Mitsubishi will not be producing a Lancer EVO X for the 2009 model year. Meanwhile, VW has made a similar move stating that the Golf R32 model will also be put on hold until 2010. The good news is that if you still want to buy one of these high-performance…
Motor Trend Publisher/Distributor Source Interlink Denies Going-Out-Of-Business Rumors
After we reported on a story from Foliomag stating that the Anderson and Source Interlink (Motor Trend‘s parent company) distribution companies were exiting the magazine distribution business, both companies are vehemently denying the rumor and Source is even vowing legal action. The complex situation came about after Source and Anderson asked for an additional 7…
Nissan Moves Production of Titan, Quest and Infiniti QX56 Outside U.S.
According to a report by Edmunds InsideLine, Nissan will move production of the 2010 Quest and Titan, as well as the Infiniti QX56, outside the United States – a move that is sparking rumors that several Nissan models might be on the chopping block. The Quest minivan and QX56 luxury SUV will be moved to…
Nick Hogan Back On the Road
Nick Hogan, the son of Hulk Hogan, is back on the road despite a stipulation in his original plea bargain that said he would be banned from driving for three years. Nick was convicted of felony reckless driving with seriously bodily injury after crashing his father’s modified Toyota Supra and seriously injuring his friend John…
2010 MazdaSpeed3 Video Teaser
We recently reported that Mazda would officially unveil a new version of the Mazdaspeed3 at the 2009 Geneva Auto Show in March. First Mazda teased us with some pictures of the hot hatch and now we have this video. We’ll be sure to bring you full details on the car from the Geneva Auto Show…
2010 Porsche GT3 Track Video
Just last week Porsche let out a solid list of details on the new 429hp 2010 GT3 and now the German automaker has released a video of the track-ready street car wildly lapping a circuit. Behind the wheel is world-famous driver Walther Röhrl, and he appears to be enjoying himself. The 2010 GT3 gets its…
GM Performance Package gives Solstice, Sky and HHR 290 HP and Up To 340 ft-lbs of Torque
General Motors is now offering a dealer-installed performance upgrade for the Pontiac Solstice GXP, Saturn Sky Redline and Chevy HHR SS, that will give the cars almost 300hp and more than 300 ft-lbs of torque. All three vehicles share the turbocharged 2.0-liter direct-injection four-cylinder engine that makes 260hp and 260 ft-lbs of torque. Thanks to…
Aston Martin V12 Vantage: It’s Really Real
You’ve got to hand it to those guys over at Aston Martin, they just keep coming up with ideas that seem too good to be true, and then deliver on our wildest dreams by making them a reality. Case in point: the V12 Vantage that the company will officially unveil at the 2009 Geneva Motor…
Mitsubishi Pulls out of Dakar Rally
Citing the global financial crisis, Mitsubishi Motors has just announced that it will pull out of all cross-country rally races for 2009, including the Dakar Rally. In a statement the company said that, “The sudden deterioration of the global economy made it necessary for the company to focus its resources more tightly.” The news comes…
Motor Trend Parent Company, Source Interlink, Stops Distributing Magazines
Source Interlink, the parent company for Motor Trend magazine (among dozens of other automotive titles) has ceased distributing magazines. We’ll try to explain. Source has both a publishing arm and a distribution arm. The distributions side of the company distributes for Source publishing as well as for many other publishing houses in the US, including…
Aston Martin V12 Vantage: Production Model Coming to Geneva Auto Show?
After releasing the first production pictures of its Rapide saloon, there is now a rumor from Aston Martin that the company will bring two new models to the Geneva Auto Show: a car based on the V12 Vantage RS Concept and a drop-top version of the flagship DBS. We’re most excited about the possibility of…
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Trailer
Megan Fox and a Tranformer that turns into an Audi R8. What is there to say but… we can’t wait! Visit the official home page here: www.transformersmovie.com
MazdaSpeed3 and Mazda3 i-stop to be Unveiled at Geneva Auto Show
Mazda has crushed speculation that there may not be a new version of the MazdaSpeed3 by announcing that the new performance version of the popular Mazda3 5-door hatchback will be unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show in March. The 2010 model will continue to use the 2.3-liter direct injection and turbocharged four-cylinder engine although power…
Chris Bangle Quits BMW… and the Auto Industry
Chris Bangle, the man behind the controversial BMW designs over the last several decades has announced he is leaving his post at BMW after 17 years. Bangle became the Director of the BMW Design Group in 1992 and has since become one of the world’s most famous infamous automotive designers. Under Bangle’s leadership BMW has…
Saleen Inc. Sold Again: Future of Supercar Department Uncertain
Three months after Saleen Incorporated announced it was looking for a buyer the company has just released news that MJ Acquistions has purchased a significant portion of the automakers assets. The deal puts all supercharger, after market and high performance assets in the hands of MJ Acquisitions. Saleen Inc. will retain ownership of everything relating…
Ford to Bring Electric and Plug-In Hybrids to Market in 2011
While General Motors has been stealing all the publicity in the plug-in hybrid segment and Chrysler keeps rolling out an endless lineup of electric concept cars, Ford has been quietly working behind the scenes to develop both technologies. And according to a report in the Detroit News, Ford will bring both of these new technologies…
Scion Developing Fourth Model: Could it be a Hybrid?
Image: Scion Fuse Concept According to a report by Automotive news, Scion is looking to add a fourth model to its lineup. The media outlet quotes Scion VP Jack Hollis as saying, “We think there are a lot of opportunities for a [second] coupe. We think there is room for a bigger sedan and smaller…
Aston Martin Rapide Production Model Unveiled
It’s hard to believe it’s been three years since Aston Martin first unveiled the Rapide Concept at the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Despite the lengthy delay in getting this sporty sedan to market, Aston has consistently reiterated its commitment to the swoopy saloon and now the company has finally released…
Hyundai Epic Lap Super Bowl Commercial
Last week we showed you a preview of Hyundai’s “Epic Lap” Superbowl commercial promoting the upcoming Genesis Coupe and now here’s the real thing. It’s not quite as exciting as we would have hoped – mostly because it’s all-together too choppy and because we can never really get enough of any car sliding sideways around…
Audi Super Bowl Ad 2009
Well, it’s not as good as last year’s ad, but Audi’s 2009 Super Bowl ad is certainly worth a watch. Jason Statham, known for piloting Audis in his roles in the different Transporter movies is escaping from some bad guys in the commercial. After no luck with an old Mercedes, and less luck with a…
Ford Fusion Hybrid Qualifies for $3,400 Tax Credit
Ford’s Fusion Hybrid, which boasts a class leading fuel economy rating of 36/41 mpg (city/highway) will qualify for a $3,400 tax credit – the largest such tax credit the federal government has ever given out.The same tax credit will also apply to the Mercury Milan Hybrid. Ford is excited about this incentive and hopes it…
Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition
After recently announcing that it will in fact kill-off the S2000, Honda has said that they will release a final “Ultimate Edition” version of the car. Unfortunately it won’t be all that “ultimate” and so far there are only plans to sell it in Europe. The Ultimate Edition S2000 will receive a special “Grand Prix…
