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Volkswagen Group Officially Completes Acquisition of Porsche, Finally
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It was the start of a New Year when we first heard that Volkswagen’s plan on purchasing Porsche might finally come to fruition. Seven long months of a drama-filled acquisition later, it can be officially said that Volkswagen has taken full control of Porsche.
Porsche 918 Spyder Revealed in Production Form- Video
Porsche has released more than one set of images of its upcoming 918 spyder concept, but now the production version looks like it has also been revealed.
2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Gets EPA Ratings
For 2013, Volkswagen is introducing a convertible version of the Beetle, and the EPA estimates are out on the vehicle, showing that the convertible will get the same mileage as its non-convertible sibling.
Mercedes GL63 AMG Makes Video Debut
The Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG debuted earlier this year, and now the German brand has dropped its first video of the SUV.
BMW 1-Series GT FWD Likely for Paris Auto Show
Breaking away from old trends, BMW is working on bringing a FWD 1-series to market, and it will probably debut at the 2012 Paris Auto Show next month.
Ford and GM Fall, Germany and Japan Gain: July Car Sales
After all the automakers reported a solid sales performance in June , July did not produce the same result, with Ford dropping four percent, while GM is reporting a six percent decrease in sales.
Mercedes SLS AMG E-Cell Roadster Rumored
The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell may have been in the works for a couple of years now, but it wasn’t until this year that the German automaker detailed its electrified flagship.
Porsche Macan Spy Photos Reveal Interior Style
The 2014 Porsche Macan is a new small SUV that will fit in under the popular Cayenne, and this newest batch of spy photos reveals some of the interior tech and styling.
BMW i3 Testing in the Heat- Spy Photos
BMW is still readying its i3 concept for public sale, despite rumors that the project would be discontinued, and our spy photographers grabbed some photos of the small electric car testing in the heat of southern Europe.
BMW X4M Being Developed as ‘M3 on Stilts’
When Porsche finally releases its Macan model, packing a 370-hp V6 powerplant, it might not be the only compact performance SUV on the market. BMW is looking to compete head-to-head with its German automaker competitor with its own X4M model that could hit the market as soon as 2015.
Porsche 918 Spyder Revealed in Martini Livery
To help keep the hype alive, Porsche has released a series of photos of its upcoming 918 Spyder decked out in full Martini Racing livery. Spy photos already captured have shown the 918 in a black-and-white version of the famous livery, though these are the first full color images.
Bernie Ecclestone Might Buy the Nürburgring
After reports revealed that the Nürburgring is broke, F1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone made it clear that he still wants to race at the track, and now it seems like he may buy the track outright.
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.
2013 Audi R8 V10 Plus Makes Video Debut
The 2013 Audi R8 was revealed yesterday, and today the first video of the new German supercar has hit the web, showing off some of the cosmetic changes put in place for 2013.
Volkswagen Builds Beetle Shaped Shark Cage for Shark Week
Volkswagen of America is sponsoring the Discovery Channel’s 25th annual Shark Week and is providing a special shark cage as part of the deal.
BMW Proves Diesel as Hybrid Alternative at Olympics
While all eyes are on athletes vying for Olympic glory, BMW will be capitalizing on prime real estate within the Olympic Park to showcase its cars.
Mercedes B-Class Caught Testing in California Suggests US Launch
Despite being sold in Canada, Mercedes-Benz has yet to offer its B-Class to an American audience, though reports of that changing have been floating for years.
Mercedes S-Class gets Seven Variants Including Pullman
Mercedes’ flagship S-Class will be quite the range topper if rumblings in Europe about the newest generation turn out to be true.
Toyota on Track to Regain Title As World’s Largest Automaker
Toyota has announced its sales figures for the first half of 2012, and the numbers look like Toyota will be able to beat out GM and Volkswagen in sales for 2012. In the first six months of this year the Japanese automaker sold 4.97 million vehicles.
Audi R8 V10 Plus Brings Brand’s Halo Car to New Heights
Heralding the latest in a line of respected and revered supercars, Audi announced the R8 V10 Plus today to mark the newest pinnacle in its history of halo cars.
BMW Invests in Electric Vehicle Charging Network
Despite its limited involvement with EVs so far, BMW is reaffirming its commitment to electric cars by investing in Coulomb Technologies: a company that controls the world’s largest online charging network.
Porsche 918 Spyder Interior Revealed – Spy Photos
Photos of the Porsche 918 Spyder have been hitting the media like a boxer on a speed pad recently, and thanks to the latest spy photos, the German Ferrari killer’s interior is now partially visible.
Audi Driver Dindo Capello Retires from Prototype Racing
For decades, Dindo Capello and Audi have terrorized the race tracks, claiming victory after victory, but the 48-year-old Italian driver has decided to step down from prototype racing.
