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Maserati Kubang Production Version to Bow at 2014 Detroit Auto Show
This years Beijing Auto Show marks the final stop for the Maserati Kubang SUV concept, as the next time we see the Maserati SUV, it will be in production form.
World’s First AMG-Exclusive Dealership Opens in China
Mercedes-Benz‘s high end tuning affiliate, AMG, has just opened its very first standalone dealership in the worlds largest Auto market, China. Until now, AMG vehicles have been offered to customers at specially designated Mercedes-Benz dealerships, known as AMG performance centers. The idea was that you could go into a dealership and cross shop the regular…
Subaru BRZ Development Detailed in Two Part Movie
Subaru BRZ sales have already skyrocketed in Japan, and in America we can expect the same result, but the sales beg the question: is the BRZ really that good? Well Subaru thinks so, and to back up its new RWD sports car the company has released a two part mini-movie detailing all of the design and engineer…
Buick is Shedding the Elderly Brand Image
Buick has gained a reputation for being a car meant for the elderly, but the brand is slowly changing its image to be more youth oriented. Polk Automotive, an automotive industry research firm says that the average age of Buick buyers has gone down from 62 to 59 over the last five years. This trend…
Nissan Sylphy Debuts at Beijing Auto Show, Previews New Sentra
The Nissan Sylphy debuted today at the Beijing Auto Show in China, and when it hits our showrooms here in the U.S. later this year it will be the new Nissan Sentra. Nissan released a teaser video of the American spec Sentra this morning, which does not reveal to much of the car, but enough…
See 500 Unique Volkswagen Beetles in 1 Minute- Video
The Volkswagen Beetle is an iconic car. From the beaches of California to remote German towns, the Beetle is instantly recognizable by the locals. While the new Beetle is stylish, the classic original body style of the German mini car is what is known throughout the world. The video below is a series of 500…
BMW EVs and Plug-In Hybrids now Called eDrive
The BMW i8 Spyder Concept made its Chinese debut today at the Beijing Auto Show, but more importantly the car was revealed wearing an eDrive badge, tipped by BMW as the designation for all of the brand’s upcoming electric and plug-in hybrid cars.
2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Altitude Special Edition Revealed- Video
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the latest addition to the Altitude special edition family from Jeep, and the full details on the new Wrangler are out. The Altitude package adds some paint and plastic to give the Wrangler unique style. A body color hardtop, paint matched center bumper sections, 18-inch alloy wheels painted black with…
2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase Bows at Beijing
Rolls-Royce debuted its new Phantom Extended Wheelbase today at the Beijing Auto Show, adding new technology, drivetrain options and styling to the car. Long wheelbase cars have become hugely popular in the Chinese market, and Rolls-Royce as a leader in luxury is looking to cash in on the trend with its stretched Phantom. Running the Rolls will…
New Ken Block Gymkhana Video is a Little Different
Ken Block is known for drifting his car around some pretty unique backdrops, but this one has got to be one of the best. In his latest video, Ken’s rally-outfitted Ford Fiesta is shrunk to pint size and goes out drifting in Venice Beach, Calif. The RC car goes swooping and jumping through a skate park, drifting and taking…
Nissan Sponsors Public EV Charging Stations in California
The all electric Nissan Leaf is trying to become a practical and viable option to compete with the gasoline engine, and Nissan is providing infrastructure to help make the transition smooth for consumers. Partnering with the non-profit company Adopt a Charger, Nissan is sponsoring 15 EV chargers that are available for public use. There are…
2013 MINI Clubvan Confimed for Production and U.S. Sales
We first saw the MINI Clubvan at the Geneva Motor Show, where it debuted as a concept, and now we can tell you that it will go into production and be available for purchase here in America. The Clubvan is based on the MINI Clubman, and will have the same dimensions and exterior style, but…
BMW M135i Hot-Hatch Caught Testing in Spy Photos
The BMW M135i concept was teasing us at the Geneva Motor Show, as BMW would not confirm if it was going to become a production car. Now, we know it will be put into production, and we caught the hot hatch in our spy photos out testing on the Nurburgring in Germany. The BMW M135i will get its…
Audi A6 L and RS Q3 Concept set to Bow at Auto China
Audi will be giving us three world premieres on Monday at the Auto China car show in Beijing, unveiling the RS Q3 concept(shown above), another car based on the Audi Q3 and a technology platform for an Audi A6 L. The Chinese market has embraced the long wheelbase in recent years, and automakers have been accommodating by building…
Lamborghini SUV Teaser Released
This morning we reported that the new Lamborghini SUV will be named the Urus. Hours later, Lambo released a teaser image (if you can call it that) of the SUV ahead of the scheduled Beijing Motor Show debut. Showing almost nothing about the final design, the sketch composed of five lines confirms one thing. It looks close to…
2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Mule Caught Testing in Video
The all new Chevrolet Corvette is due to arrive sometime in 2013 as a 2014 model, and we have confirmation thanks to a video that Chevy is indeed testing its newest offering of the Vette. The 23-second clip is not very informative, simply showing us a camo-clad Corvette cruising down the street. We get to…
Lamborghini SUV to be Named Urus
The new Lamborghini SUV is set to be revealed next week at the Beijing motor show, and the name on the luxury sport utility vehicle will apparently be “Urus.” Although initial reports had said that the nameplate “MLC” would be attached to the SUV, is has been reported that the name will be Urus. There were…
Fuel Mileage Testing Rethought by United Nations and European Union
Gas mileage is a growing concern. Recognizing that fact, the United Nations and European Union are partnering to create a new series of tests to rate fuel consumption in new vehicles under a worldwide standard. The tests that are currently run to determine mpg are outdated and not realistic to the way that most of us drive….
Smart Car Recreates Classic Video Game, in Real Life
Smart knows exactly how electric cars are perceived by the general public; as small and economic vehicles that you buy to save money on gas. But opinions can be changed, and Smart staged a clever marketing event which aimed to prove that acceleration and performance are also part of its electric cars persona. The idea is…
Mustang Club of America Planning 50th Anniversary Bash
The Ford Mustang is an American Icon that has survived the test of time and will celebrate its 50th birthday in 2014. The Ford pony car has accrued car lovers admiration and a whole fleet of loyal enthusiasts over the years, who will all come together from April 16-20 of 2014 to celebrate Mustang. The…
2013 Chevy Volt Gets New Driving Mode, Lane Departure Warning
The 2013 Chevrolet Volt is receiving a mild update for 2013, and will be getting some new tech features as well as a slightly changed look. The most noteworthy change coming to the range extended hybrid is a new EV hold mode, which when activated will use the cars gasoline engine for power exclusively. If you are…
New Batmobile Raises Money for Cancer Research- Video
The Batmobile is an icon many of us dreamed about as children as we watched the caped crusader dash around Gotham City fighting evil doers and enforcing justice. The newest iteration of the Batmobile, to be featured in this summer’s upcoming movie “The Dark Knight Rises” and its lead designer Andy Smith were out fighting…
2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG Revealed in Photos
The Mercedes-Benz G-class was reintroduced last week with a facelift for 2013 along with an announcement detailing the AMG performance version, of which pictures are now available. The 2013 G63 AMG will be powered by a bi-turbo V8 that makes 544 hp and 560 lb-ft of torque and should get an average of 17 mpg….
J.D. Power Study: Auto Insurance Customer Satisfaction Dropping
Utilizing auto insurance is a reality we all must face once and a while, and according to J.D. Power and Associates, the services provided to the public are slowly getting worse. The findings from the U.S. auto claims satisfaction study show that the overall level of customer satisfaction, when it comes to the auto claims experience…
