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New Subaru WRX Spied Track Testing on Nurburgring
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Testing is underway after earlier spy photos of the new Subaru WRX emerged this morning showing the car driving to the Nurburgring.
Daimler May be Developing Lineup of MINI Rivals: Report
Eyeing BMW’s success with MINI, Daimler might be hoping to cash in on small car appeal even more with a product line to take on it’s rival’s smaller series of products.
Ward’s Auto 2013 Top 10 Interior List Announced
Based on 46 candidates, Ward’s Auto just released its list of the top 10 best interiors of 2013, heavily favoring Asian vehicles. As is usual, the cars aren’t listed in any particular order. Perhaps the most interesting choice, Chevrolet’s Spark sub-compact made this list this year because of its funky neon color scheme.
2014 Chevrolet Spark Might Scrap Automatic for CVT
Chevrolet has a big change in store for its little Spark sub-compact: the four-speed automatic will disappear to be replaced by a CVT.
Mercedes C-Class Convertible, Diesel, Hybrid Coming
Mercedes plans to expand its C-Class line with a convertible, diesel and a hybrid option to better compete with BMW.
Ford, GM Co-Developing 9-, 10-Speed Transmissions
General Motors and Ford are collaborating on development of both a nine-and 10-speed automatic transmission, the companies said today.
‘Most American Cars’ Rethought by New Index
There’s a new measuring stick for what constitues and “American” car this year and it gives the crown back to U.S. makers.
Next BMW X6 to be Bigger, More Aggressive
The BMW X6 is going to get bigger and more aggressive looking in its next generation.
Nissan Hires Former RAM CEO
Nissan might be taking a serous run at the U.S. light-duty truck market when it unveils the next generation Titan.
Detroit 3 Protest Japan-US Trade Agreement
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced yesterday that an agreement has been reached with the U.S. that will phase out trade tariffs affecting car and truck imports. The Detroit 3 balked.
Toyota Matrix Announcement Coming, Likely Axed in US
Sorry Matrix fans, it doesn’t sound like Toyota’s compact hatchback is going to be around much longer.
Tax Refunds Soaked up by Car-Related Expenses: Study
It’s tax time again, and the results of a survey released today find a third of vehicles owners who receive refunds will spend some of that money on vehicle-related expenses.
2014 Ford Fusion Gains 1.5-liter EcoBoost Engine
Starting with the 2014 model year, the Ford Fusion mid-size sedan will come with six powertrain options now that a 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine is being added.
2014 Audi R8 on Sale, Priced from $119,150
Audi just announced pricing for the newly improved R8 supercar, which went on sale today.
BMW ActiveE Drivers Get Digital Tool, Goofy Name
Translated into english, Russians call their space explorers “cosmonauts.” Today, the world learned that Germans – or at least BMW – call people who drive ActiveE vehicles “Electronauts.”
Sub-370Z Sports Car Confirmed for Tokyo Motor Show
Nissan will bring a sports car that sits below the current 370Z in some form to the Tokyo Motor Show in November.
Porsche 911 GT3 PDK Explained
It’s rare that Porsche’s PDK transmission meets much criticism, but dropping it into the hardcore track-oriented 911 GT3 might be a place to start. That is, until you learn that the system was improved for the new application.
Tesla CEO Visits Texas, Talks About Electric Truck
Tesla CEO Elon Musk spent the day in Texas advocating that the electric car maker be allowed to sell its products directly to the public.
Mercedes GLA 45 AMG Spied Lapping the ‘Ring’
An AMG version of Mercedes’ upcoming GLA crossover was just spied taking laps around the Nurburgring.
AMG Hybrids Coming Eventually, Diesel Unlikely
AMG isn’t worried about building anything other than gasoline-powered engines for now, but when that changes the brand will look to hybrid systems.
Nissan ‘Friend-ME’ Concept Teases Info Sharing Tech
Do social media references and new tech features translate into products that appeal to young car buyers? Nissan hopes so.
Obama Calls for 75 Percent Boost in EV Research
President Barack Obama called for a 75 percent boost to the U.S. Department of Energy’s research budget today.
LaFerrari Tested by Grinning Fernando Alonso
Despite having a dumb name, the LaFerrari is nothing short of awe inspiring.
GM Investing 4B Euros in Opel, Keeping Brand Alive
Should General Motors’ German subsidiary be scrapped? Not according to its American parent, which plans to pour four billion Euros into it through 2016.
