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Porsche 984 Planned as a 918 Sedan
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The sales for the Porsche 918 supercar may be off to a slow start, but that hasn’t stopped the German automaker from preparing a four-door variant with even more power and a cheaper price tag.
Toyota 2013 Le Mans 24 Hours Video Teaser Released
At this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours, Toyota couldn’t best rival Audi on the track finishing in second and fourth place, but team is extremely proud of its accomplishments.
Nissan Murano, Rogue Hybrids Coming in 2015
Nissan plans to take advantage of the Pathfinder Hybrid’s powertrain by transplanting the same system into its Murano and Rogue models.
BMW X5 eDrive Plug-in Hybrid Concept Revealed
BMW has revealed the X5 eDrive concept ahead of its official debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Opel Monza Concept Encourages Futuristic Hitchhiking
The future is full of technology for General Motors subsidiaries Opel and Vauxhall. Images and technical details surrounding a concept car slated for the Frankfurt Motor Show were released today, previewing what the brand’s designers and engineers are developing for future products. Opel seems to be putting a strong emphasis on connected car technology in…
Ferrari Planning More Hybrids
Ferrari Chairman Luca di Montezemolo has been a vocal opponent of electric cars, but when it comes to hybrids he’s championing the technology, announcing that more gasoline-electric models will join the brand’s exotic stable.
2014 Mercedes S500 Plug-in Hybrid Has Speed and MPGs
Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled its 2014 S500 Plug-in Hybrid, ahead of the sedan’s official debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R Revealed, Previewing Future Sports Car Tech
Toyota has chosen an unconventional package to showcase a new generation of hybrid technology designed for performance vehicles, dropping the powertrain into a sub-compact Yaris.
EPA Announces Intention to Update MPG Labelling Procedures
In light of today’s announcements by Ford, the EPA has announced that it will update its labelling procedures to keep pace with industry changes.
Ford C-Max Downgraded to 43 MPG Combined, Owners to be Compensated
Ford has announced that it is voluntarily lowering fuel economy estimates for the 2013 C-Max Hybrid to 43 mpg combined from 47, and will be issuing compensation to current owners of the C-Max because of this change.
Ford C-Max Hybrid Fuel Economy Claims to be Revised
Only a month after announcing software tweaks said to improve fuel economy for its C-Max and Fusion hybrid cars, Ford will revise its consumption claims.
BMW Says U.S. to be Largest Market for i8 Sports Car
The BMW i8 will make its official production debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, but the car’s product manager believes the U.S. will be the largest market for the new plug-in hybrid sports car.
Next-Gen Chevy Volt Could See 20% Range Increase: CEO
Though it’s still a few years out, the next-generation Chevrolet Volt could see at least a 20-percent increase in its electric-only range.
Toyota Hybrid R Concept Brings Race Tech to Road Cars
Toyota has announced that it will unveil a new “Hybrid R Concept” at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.
BMW i8 Detailed Prior to Frankfurt Motor Show
Now that the BMW i3 has become official, automotive enthusiasts are anxiously waiting to see if the German automaker can live up to its claims for its i8 plug-in hybrid coupe.
Chrysler-Fiat Favors Diesel, Turbo Tech Over EVs: Exec
Chrysler-Fiat won’t be investing into electric vehicles until consumers are willing to pay for the technology, according to Bob Lee, head of Fiat and Chrysler global Powertrain.
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Introduced in Japan
Toyota is selling a hybrid version of the Corolla compact sedan in Japan starting today.
2014 Chevy Volt Price Drops $5,000
Losing the sales battle to Nissan after the Japanese automaker slashed prices on its fully electric Leaf model Chevrolet has made the bold decision to drop the price of the Volt by $5,000.
Acura NSX Prototype: New Photos from its Dynamic Debut
Prior to the start of the Honda Indy 200 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, the Acura NSX prototype made its running debut, taking a lap on the course and showing the automaker’s intentions of going racing with its next supercar.
Acura NSX Prototype Teased Before Mid-Ohio Debut
The Acura NSX Prototype will be making an appearance at the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio, so the Japanese automaker has dropped a new video teaser of the car to build the excitement.
Toyota Prius Named the Cheapest Car to Drive
Ever wondered just how big of a difference owning a hybrid makes on your wallet?
Porsche 2013 Concours d’Elegance Lineup Announced
Porsche will continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its 911 model at this year’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance with a stunning display of new and historic models.
Acura NSX Prototype Gets Sideways in New Video
Acura fans anxiously awaiting the production NSX to officially make its debut salivated over short videos the Japanese automaker released of the prototype testing over the weekend. But now there’s MORE!
Toyota Holds Over 60 Percent of California’s Hybrid Market
Over 60 percent of the hybrids on the road in California sport a Toyota emblem, the Japanese automaker has revealed.
