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Final Porsche Slantnose Defines ‘Factory Custom’
No fewer than 40 Porsche employees contributed to the masterpiece pictured above, which is a bespoke Porsche 911 slantnose delivered in 1990 with a list of custom goodies nothing short of shocking.
2012 Chevrolet Malibu Discounts Kill New Model Sales
Like lambs to the slaughter, Chevrolet released its 2013 Malibu Eco mild hybrid in March to find some four months later that people prefer heavy discounts — almost bar none.
Washington D.C. Getting Stricter Drunk Driving Laws
Drunk drivers in Washington D.C. can expect stiffer penalties starting tomorrow when the Comprehensive Impaired Driving Act of 2012 takes effect.
CVTs Expected to More than Double by 2016
Frequently thought of as a boring alternative to an automatic transmission, usage of the the continuously-variable transmission (CVT) is expected to more than double by 2016.
2014 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Spy Photos Show Exterior Updates
Our camera man caught spy photos of the 2014 Bentley Continental Flying Spur thinly disguised under paper and some chunky fenders.
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets Facelift, Improved MPG
In a mid-cycle refresh, the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee will get a list of updates that will, among other things, improve fuel efficiency.
MINI Countryman Coupe/Paceman Specs Revealed
Preliminary specifications for the MINI Countryman Coupe or Paceman, whatever it’s going to be called, have been released after a media drive in Spain.
Toyota to Focus on Turbocharging, Diesel May Come to US
Big changes in the traditional Toyota engine lineup may be one the way soon in the form of turbocharging and possibly even diesel engines in the American market.
Watch the 2013 Lexus LS Unveiling Streamed Live
It’s almost impossible to take any new car unveiling seriously anymore, but Lexus will soldier on with its scheduled live unveiling at 8:30 EST.
Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE Laps VIR Six Seconds Slower than ZL1
In a venerable perry and thrust response to Ford’s Boss 302 Mustang, Chevrolet is releasing the Camaro SS 1LE: a track-ready version of its 6.2-liter grunting hedgehog of a muscle car.
Owners Keeping Cars Longer than Ever: Study
Trading up for the newest model used to be the norm, but a faltering economy and widely improved reliability are both stretching how long consumers keep their cars.
Nine-Speed Transmissions Slated for 2013 Chrysler Models
Ushering a new level of efficient technology into the automotive industry, Chrysler will begin selling cars with eight- and nine-speed transmissions by the first half of 2013.
2013 Lamborghini Aventador gets Cylinder Deactivation
The 2013 Lamborghini Aventador will benefit from multi-cylinder deactivation and engine start-stop technology, boosting the supercar’s mileage.
Ford ‘Red Tails’ Mustang Sells for $370,000 at Auction
Ford’s “Red Tails” Mustang, designed in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen who flew planes during World War II, raised a whopping $370,000 at auction yesterday.
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee ‘Re-Moose Tested,’ Passed
Reviving an issue many would have considered dead, Chrysler put out a press release today publicizing a new moose test that performed without issue.
Chevrolet ZL1 Camaro Videos Detail Special Car Care
Chevrolet is taking a novel approach to distributing car care information for the Camaro ZL1 by offering a series of online videos to detail special care the car needs.
Colorado Car Dealers Aid Community After Tragedies
Dealerships across Colorado are stepping up to help the victims of this summer’s wildfires and recent massacre.
Nissan Admits Leaf at Fault in G.E. Home Charger Malfunction
General Electric is swinging back after reports earlier this month said its WattStation home charging system was responsible for several Nissan Leaf charging system malfunctions.
Porsche Panamera Estate Unlikely for US Market
Porsche will bring a station wagon version of its popular Panamera hatchback to the Paris Auto Show this September to gauge consumer reaction, weighing the possibility of bringing the model to market.
2013 VW Passat Gets Minor Updates, Mild Price Hike
Further affirming its commitment to deliver an American-focused midsize sedan, Volkswagen will tweak its U.S.-built Passat for 2013 while raising the base price $850.
Harmon Gesture Controls Adjust In-Car Tech with Winks
Multitouch gestures like those found in Cadillac’s new CUE infotainment system might be outdated sooner than you think because of a tech race between Ford and Harmon.
Ford Escape Faces Another Recall, 485,000 Units Affected
It’s been a very bad month for the Ford Escape, in fact it’s been a terrible year with a list of damning issues coming to light, the worst of which is now leading to a recall.
McLaren F1 Successor may bow at Pebble Beach
Expected at this September’s Paris Motor Show, the much anticipated McLaren F1 successor might show up at Pebble Beach next month.
GM Pedestrian Alert Detects Smartphone Signals
Wifi Direct allows some smartphones to communicate without cell phone towers, but thanks to new research by GM it might also keep pedestrians and cyclists safe.
