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Bugatti Veyron Successor May Sport Hybrid Setup
The list of hybrid supercars is growing, and Bugatti might be the next company to jump on the bandwagon with a hybrid variant of the upcoming Veyron successor.
Aston Martin DB9 1M Celebrates its Facebook Fans
Last November, Aston Martin celebrated its one million fans milestone on Facebook and decided to let its fans design “The Millionth Fan Car.” Through a series of polls on its Facebook page, the British automaker’s fans chose the DB9 model as well as the vehicle’s exterior and interior options for the special edition car. It…
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Convertible Rumored Again
Last year, we heard news that Mercedes-Benz was working on a convertible variant of its S-Class sedan, and now more details have surfaced on the upcoming model.
MINI Parallell Parking Record – Behind the Scenes
If you couldn’t have guessed, setting the world record for parallell parking is no picnic — even for a professional like Han Yue.
Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Warning Reduce Crash Risk 42 Percent: Study
EuroFOT, a European large-scale field test on driving safety, is finally concluded and suggests that safety systems like adaptive cruise control and collision warning systems reduce the risk of a crash by 42 percent.
Ten Turbo Cars We Can’t Wait to Get Our Hands On
Turbocharged vehicles are quickly becoming the answer to having a fuel-efficient vehicle, with exciting performance. They seem to all be geared towards the sensible enthusiast, offering sporty dynamics, while still getting solid fuel efficiency. Here’s some of the upcoming turbo-charged vehicles you can expect in the next few years. We’ve got some spy-pictures, and concept…
Honda, Mercedes-Benz Rank as America’s Top Auto Brands
Japanese automaker Honda has taken top honors in the Full Line Automotive Brand of the Year category in the latest EquiTrend Automotive Scorecard by marketing firm Harris Interactive, while Mercedes-Benz topped the Luxury Automotive Brand of the Year list.
Toyota Expands BMW Partnership to Develop Hydrogen Fuel-Cells
Toyota is deepening its partnership with BMW by agreeing to supply the German automaker with hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell technology. The companies first partnered in December of last year with BMW supplying Toyota with small diesel engines for the European market in exchange for Toyota’s lithium-ion hybrid systems and research.
Mercedes A-Class Features Highlighted in Video
Revealed at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the 2013 Mercedes A-Class has now been detailed by the company on camera, exposing all of the tech and interior features.
MINI Traveler Mule Previews New Minivan- Spy Photos
Rumor had it that MINI was looking into creating a minivan to add some more versatility to its lineup, and today our spy photos confirm that MINI is working on an early protoype of the car to prepare it for production.
Audi A6 2.0T Gets Quattro, Eight-Speed Auto
Audi is updating its 2013 A6 2.0T by offering quattro all-wheel drive and an eight-speed transmission to the four-cylinder model.
Smart Electric Scooter Coming to U.S. in 2014
Last month, we learned that Smart plans to bring its escooter to market in 2014, and now the German automaker has revealed more information about its electric scooter.
MINI Clubvan Heading to Dealerships this Fall
Last month, we got confirmation that the MINI Clubvan was heading to production and would be coming to America by September of 2012.
Mercedes G-Class Makes its Own Parking Spot – Video
Mercedes updated its 2013 G-Class, adding a powerful G63 AMG to the lineup. Boasting 544-hp and 560 lb-ft of torque, the rugged, yet luxurious SUV has plenty of power to make its presence known.
2013 Audi Allroad Online Configurator Launched
Been anxiously waiting for the arrival of the all-new Audi Allroad quattro in America? You can now head on over to Audi’s website to build your own, check out pricing, and feel out the options available.
The Facts Behind Audi’s 11th Le Mans Victory
Last week, Audi captured its 11th Le Mans victory in the last 13 years, but the big news was the technology involved with achieving this year’s victory for the German automaker.
Ferrari 458-Powered Fiat 500 is a Juke R Killer
Before gasoline-electric hybrids became a staple of the automotive world, enthusiasts referred to a ‘hybrid’ as a vehicle sporting an engine from a different car, shoehorned to fit in order to give a smaller chassis more power.
2013 BMW 650i, 550i Getting 45HP Boost
Power in the BMW 5 and 6 Series will increase in 2013 thanks to a little technology sharing between the two models’ flagship big brother, the 7 Series.
Volvos Are Too Complicated: CEO Says
Things get complex when you put safety tech innovation first, or so Volvo boss Stefan Jacoby is finding as the brand’s cars get increasingly confusing to use.
Last New Saabs in US Head to Auction
A stockpile of about 900 Saabs is finally set to be sold off after having sat in three U.S. ports since December 2011 as collateral in the company’s financial snafu.
BMW M6 Mega Gallery, European Fuel Economy Released
BMW released a massive photo gallery of its M6 coupe and roadster today along with a little bit of new information.
BMW M5 Recreates Slow-Motion Bullet in Video
The latest video released from BMW looks to recreate super slow-motion bullet footage, but rather than a bullet, the German company uses its M5 sedan.
Maserati ‘Drive and Sail’ Experience Launches
A selection of exclusive guests will get the chance to experience Maserati’s “Drive and Sail” experience, which launches today in Port Adriano, Spain.
MINI Countryman Coupe Should Be Available in 2013
The MINI Paceman concept, now known as the Countryman Coupe, will likely bow as a 2013 model year car, and be available in the first quarter of the same year.
