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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Gets More Standard Features: 2012 NY Auto Show
Among the many vehicles debuting in the U.S. at the New York Auto Show, Mitsubishi brought its refreshed 2013 Outlander. Updates to the compact crossover include a face lifted front and rear end and standard 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, offering a mild list of updates to its current best-seller. Included in those updates, 18-inch alloy…
Lexus RX 350 F Sport All Show, No Go: 2012 New York Auto Show
Successful sales and popularity characterize the Lexus RX line of crossovers, but one area they have never excelled is, well, acceleration — or any aspect of performance driving. Lexus hopes to change all that by offering its RX 350 F Sport, which just debuted at the New York Auto Show where Mark Templin, Lexus group vice president…
2013 Cadillac SRX Features CUE Infotainment System: 2012 New York Auto Show
Rounding off the American luxury brand’s lineup, the Cadillac SRX debuted yesterday at the unfolding New York Auto Show featuring a restyled front end and refreshed interior. While the same host of luxury appointments you might expect from the brand like leather and wood trim are present, the upcoming model’s most interesting feature is its new…
2013 Ford Explorer Sport is the SHO of Crossovers: 2012 New York Auto Show
Rated at the same 350 horsepower as the Taurus SHO and delivering 350 lb-ft of torque, the Sport is designed to deliver that extra dose of pizzazz without sacrificing fuel economy
2013 BMW M5 Priced from $90,695, M6 from $106,995
BMW has just announced MRSP pricing for its new vehicles, including the incredibly powerful M5 sports sedan and M6 Coupe. Starting us off is the $87,395 2013 BMW 650i which has a 445 horsepower, twin-turbo V8 and can get to 60 mph in as quick as 4.6 seconds. The all-wheel drive 2013 BMW 650i xDrive model…
2013 Chevrolet Traverse Has Same Engine, New Look: 2012 New York Auto Show
The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse officially debuted at the 2012 New York International Auto Show this morning as the as the brand’s latest full-size crossover. “We have injected a stronger presence into the Traverse exterior by focusing on the details. The small but important changes give it a more vibrant personality that more closely reflects the lifestyles…
Porsche Cayenne Diesel Arrives in America with 406 Lb-Ft of Torque: 2012 NY Auto Show
Thanks to trickery such as AdBlue fluid injected into the exhaust and what Porsche called selective catalytic reduction technology, the 3.0-liter turbo diesel V6 is able to pass tough Tier 2 Bin 5 emissions standards and hence become certified for sale in the US.
2013 Hyundai Sante Fe World Premiere: 2012 NY Auto Show
Hyundai has unveiled its all-new 2013 Sante Fe crossover today at the New York International Auto Show, packaging enhanced convenience features as well as new technologies that help to improve efficiency. Longer, lower and wider than its predecessor, the new Sante Fe builds upon Hyundai’s form language, Fluidic Sculpture. What’s more, the third-generation Santa Fe presents…
2013 Buick Enclave Debuts With Light Update: 2012 New York Auto Show
The Buick Enclave is the best selling three row luxury crossover in the business, and today the updated model was fully revealed to us at the 2012 New York Auto Show. The exterior of the vehicle gains a new slightly more sculpted design as well as LED daytime running light and LED taillights. An all…
2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK Diesel Debuts: 2012 New York Auto Show
Among the three debuting Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the 2013 GLK crossovers bowed at the 2012 New York Auto Show today. Consumers will be able to choose between two versions: the higher-level GLK 350 which comes with a 3.5-liter V6, or the more efficiency minded GLK250 BlueTEC, which comes with a 2.1-liter diesel engine. While some Merc loyalists…
2013 BMW X1 Finally Arrives in America: 2012 New York Auto Show
Built in Leipzig, Germany, the US spec X1 comes initially in three different flavors, sDrive 28i, xDrive 28i and the xDrive35i, the latter which BMW is billing as a US market exclusive.
Top 10 Most Expensive Vehicles to Fill Up
Gas prices might not have hit the budget-busting $5/gallon yet, but drivers are already feeling the pinch. Consumer Reports has exposed a list of the top 10 most expensive vehicles to fill up. All prices are based on the average fuel price in the United States. First on our top 10 is the Lincoln Navigator…
2013 Buick Enclave Emerges With New Exterior and Technology
The Buick Enclave has been a great seller for the company, helping it beat out competitors from Acura, Audi and Lincoln. Before its 2012 New York Auto Show debut, Buick is showing off the latest chapter in its Enclave success story. The 2013 Buick Enclave shows off a new sculpted design, as well as new LED daytime running lights, and…
2013 Acura RDX Commercial Brings Out Your Inner Action Hero
Acura may not be known for its big Hollywood movie tie-ins, but with the new super hero movie “The Avengers,” Acura’s cars might just be the new hero on screen. Check out the commercial for the new 2013 Acura RDX, where the car’s GPS helps point the drivers to safety in the midst of an epic…
Scion Pickup Truck Rumored to be Based on Toyota RAV4
When last we spoke to Scion boss Jack Hollis, his interest in a small truck for the youth brand was undeniable. Now reports of increased production at the automaker’s RAV4 facility in Woodstock, Ontario have spawned new rumors about the as yet unconfirmed sixth model in the Scion lineup. Increased production of the RAV4 (up…
GM’s Fuel Efficient Model Sales At All-Time High
It wasn’t long ago when the best-selling General Motors models greedily guzzled gas, but times have changed due to a large part to rising gas prices. Now, GM’s fuel-effiicient models rule the roads and in March they have reached a milestone. Last month, GM sold more than 100,000 vehicles that achieve 30 mpg or better….
2013 BMW X1 Pricing Announced, Starting $31,545: New York Auto Show Preview
Shortly after images of the BMW 2013 X1 crossover leaked onto the internet today, the automaker released official pricing details. Ahead of the New York Auto Show, we can now report three price points for the 2013 X1. Set to arrive in U.S. dealer lots this Fall, pricing will start at $31,545 for the rear-wheel sDrive28i model…
2013 BMW X1 Leaked Ahead of New York Auto Show
Scheduled to go on sale in September and to debut on Wednesday at the New York Auto Show, the 2013 BMW X1 is the latest car to be leaked ahead of the show. Changes to the 2013 X1 will be relatively minor, but include new recessed fog lamps, a silver paint-accented front bumper and slightly redesigned…
2013 Cadillac SRX Packed with New Technology: New York Auto Show Preview
In two days’ time the 2013 Cadillac SRX will make its debut at the 2012 New York Auto Show to display new technology and illustrate the brand’s intent to continuously improve its vehicles. “The 2013 SRX illustrates the Cadillac philosophy of never leaving well enough alone,” said Don Butler, vice president of marketing for Cadillac….
Infiniti JX and Cirque du Soleil Stream Acrobatic Performance – Video
Bringing together modern social media marketing and classic high-profile presentation, Infiniti and Cirque du Soleil collaborated in an one-of-a-kind, 11-minute live-streaming performance featuring incredible acrobatics and innovative engineering. Now available on YouTube and Facebook, the performance, choreographed by Cirque du Soleil’s Special Events team, featured an Infiniti JX crossover suspended in the air with with…
Fiat 500X Crossover in the Works, Will Spawn New Mini-Jeep
Fiat is planning a new 500 based crossover, likely called the 500X, that will share its platform with a new small Jeep meant to slot in below both the compass and patriot. The new Fiat crossover will replace the Fiat Sedici, and become the fourth variant in the Fiat 500 range. It will share Fiat’s small vehicle architecture platform…
2013 Chevrolet Traverse Revealed: New York Auto Show Preview
Last week, Chevrolet teased a photo of the new 2013 Traverse interior and has now revealed the new crossover-utility vehicle ahead of its debut at the New York Auto Show. According to Chevy, the 2013 Traverse has a “new, athletic exterior design, complemented by a more expressive front end that introduces a new face for…
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Gets a Refresh: New York Auto Show Preview
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is getting a mid-cycle refresh, despite launching a mere two years ago in the U.S. The refreshed 2013 Outlander Sport will make its debut at the upcoming New York Auto Show. The Japanese automaker will be giving the crossover new front and rear bumpers, side skirts, and an upgraded interior. In…
European Patent Filings Reveal New Chevrolet Crossover
Is this the Chevrolet version of the Buick Encore? Recent drawings filed to the European patent office reveals that General Motors could be preparing an entry-level crossover for its Chevy brand. It appears that this Chevy crossover will be a little more than a foot shorter than the current Chevy Equinox model and has the…
