MINI Launches New Social Media Map App For Smartphones

MINI Launches New Social Media Map App For Smartphones
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MINI does social networking right. Introducing the MINI Motoring smartphone app, available for both Android and iPhone, it allows fellow drivers to share their favorite driving roads with each other. Probably the best automotive app ever created, the only complaint we have is it should have been invented sooner. After making an account, drivers can… Continue Reading...

Lexus GS350 Coupe Tipped As Successor To SC430

Lexus GS350 Coupe Tipped As Successor To SC430
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Lexus has dropped a few serious hints that it is planning a coupe version of its all-new GS350. While attending the launch of the luxury sedan (we’ll have driving impressions once the embargo lifts November 23rd) we spoke to Lexus Corporate Manager of Product Planning Ben Mitchell, pushing him for details on a possible GS-F to… Continue Reading...

Ferrari 599 Successor (F620) Spied: First Photos

Ferrari 599 Successor (F620) Spied: First Photos
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Spied for the first time is Ferrari‘s successor to the incredibly powerful and luxurious 599. This next-generation Ferrari GT (code named F152) is rumored to wear the F620 badge when it debuts next year at the Geneva Auto Show, powered by a version of the FF’s new 6.3-liter V12 engine. Power is expected to be… Continue Reading...

Mercedes ML63 Teased Ahead of LA Auto Show Debut

Mercedes ML63 Teased Ahead of LA Auto Show Debut
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Mercedes-Benz and AMG have turned to Facebook to generate some hype about the upcoming debut of the ML63 AMG. The timing seems to hint at a possible unveiling of the “Sport” SUV at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show. The teaser photo clearly reveals that the new AMG variant of the ML packs a much… Continue Reading...

Brabus Mercedes CL800 Coupe Delivers All the Horsepower its Name Suggests

Brabus Mercedes CL800 Coupe Delivers All the Horsepower its Name Suggests
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Brabus has unveiled arguably their best project yet, a Mercedes-Benz CL Coupe packing 800-hp thanks to a stroked 6.3L V12 twin-turbo. Based on the CL 600, the tuning geniuses at Brabus modified the factory 5.5L with a custom crankshaft, larger cylinder bore and new forged pistons. But the engine modifications didn’t stop there. With the… Continue Reading...

Mika Häkkinen Prepares To Return To Racing In The SLS AMG GT3 [Video]

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We’ve already known that former Formula 1 double world champion Mika Häkkinen will be piloting an SLS AMG GT3, and now we have our first preview of him preparing to get back behind the wheel in a competitive fashion. It’s been four long years since Mika has raced competitively, so it’s interesting to see how… Continue Reading...

Aston Martin One-77 To Make Rare US Appearance: 2011 LA Auto Show Preview

Aston Martin One-77 To Make Rare US Appearance: 2011 LA Auto Show Preview
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Aston Martin will be teaming up with Galpin Aston Martin of California to show off the final pre-production engineering development One-77 at this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show. This special One-77 has covered 14,000-miles including endurance testing at Nardo in Italy and the infamous Nurburgring in Germany. Spectators to this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show… Continue Reading...

Jaguar X-Type Successor Will be Front-Wheel Drive, Turbo Powered

Jaguar X-Type Successor Will be Front-Wheel Drive, Turbo Powered
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While the X-type, Jaguar‘s first attempt into the entry-luxury class, was ultimately a failure that earned a spot on Time Magazine’s “50 Worst Cars Of All Time,” Jaguar’s new and rejuvenated line-up of late looks to be the perfect opportunity to try again. This time, due to CAFE regulations, Jaguar must begin preparing a significant… Continue Reading...

Jaguar Offering Sport And Speed Packages for XJ

Jaguar Offering Sport And Speed Packages for XJ
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Jaguar has announced two different packages for the XJ, adding some sport and speed to the luxury sedan. The sport package focuses on the aesthetics, adding an aerodynamic package to the XJ with new front and rear bumpers, 20-inch wheels and red brake calipers. On the inside, the sport package outfits the interior with sport… Continue Reading...

BMW X6 Facelift Spied Without Any Disguises

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BMW X6 Facelift Spied Without Any Disguises
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BMW‘s X6 crossover is due for a facelift any time now, and our spy photographers have caught the vehicle uncovered. Like any good facelift, the X6 has relatively minor changes, but is still distinct enough that owners of the previous car will feel compelled to trade up for the latest and greatest. Engines won’t change,… Continue Reading...

Bugatti Announces Three Veyron Grand Sport Middle East Editions

Bugatti Announces Three Veyron Grand Sport Middle East Editions
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Bugatti debuted a trio of special edition Veyron Grand Sports for the Middle East at the Dubai International Motor Show, each sporting a unique two-tone color scheme with a matching or contrasting interior theme. Each sport a horizontal color split aimed to “honor the very important Middle East market”. The first of the three sport… Continue Reading...

Jaguar XKR-S Convertible Coming To Los Angeles Auto Show: LA Auto Show Preview

Jaguar XKR-S Convertible Coming To Los Angeles Auto Show: LA Auto Show Preview
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The ultra-limited production Jaguar XKR-S will get a droptop companion sometime in 2012, with Jaguar unveiling the 2013 Jaguar XKR-S Convertible at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 16th. With a 5.0L supercharged V8 making 542 horsepower and 502 lb-ft , making it the most powerful Jaguar ever produced. The coupe can hit… Continue Reading...

SchwabenFolia Builds One-Of-A-Kind Wiesmann MF5 Black Bat

SchwabenFolia Builds One-Of-A-Kind Wiesmann MF5 Black Bat
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As if Wiesmann’s MF5 wasn’t rare enough with just 30 vehicles ever made, tuning firm SchwabenFolia decided to one-up the MF5 by creating a totally menacing Black Bat version. Wrapped completely in matte black, the MF5 Black Bat also features 20-inch BBS wheels, chromed emblems, Brembo brakes and some styling accessories. Powered by a BMW… Continue Reading...

Jaguar XF Diesel Driving Across America Sparks Rumors of U.S. Diesel Jag Sales

Jaguar XF Diesel Driving Across America Sparks Rumors of U.S. Diesel Jag Sales
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The team at Jaguar have now begun North American testing of a standard 2.2 liter four-cylinder diesel Jaguar XF and, to channel the spirit of the Cannonball, have appointed two independent drivers to take their diesel sedan across 2,800 miles and through the 11 states between New York City and Los Angeles. While the words… Continue Reading...

Lotus Launches in China With Beijing Dealership, 10 More to Follow Next Year

Lotus Launches in China With Beijing Dealership, 10 More to Follow Next Year
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There used to be a time when any car company hoping to succeed in business would open up shop in North America. While North America remains one of the key markets for car companies, the new focus is on emerging markets, with China as the number one choice. Group Lotus is the latest to enter… Continue Reading...

Volvo Dealers to Offer Polestar Software Upgrades on Select Models

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Volvo Dealers to Offer Polestar Software Upgrades on Select Models
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Polestar, Volvo‘s racing outfit founded in 1996 for competition in the World Touring Car Championship, will finally be introduced in the United States. Specifically, Polestar is offering a factory-authorized performance tuning software for Volvo C30, C70 and S40 models that are 2008 and newer and fitted with the T5 engine. Priced at $1,295, the software… Continue Reading...

Volvo C70 Inscription Edition to Bow at Los Angeles Auto Show

Volvo C70 Inscription Edition to Bow at Los Angeles Auto Show
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Limited to just 2,000 vehicles worldwide, Volvo has announced that it’ll be showing off the new C70 Inscription Edition at this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show. The C70 Inscription Edition features a painted front grille, black 18-inch wheels, LED daytime running lights surrounded by chrome, while the interior gets Sovereign Hide upholstery, a leather dashboard… Continue Reading...

Decision Announced on Team Lotus vs. Group Lotus F1 Naming Rights

Decision Announced on Team Lotus vs. Group Lotus F1 Naming Rights
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Fans of Formula 1 racing and Lotus must have spent this year feeling a bit confused regarding who they should support, since there were two teams going by the name Lotus. There was Team Lotus, a private team founded by Tony Fernandes (who also owns Caterham Cars), and then there was Group Lotus which was… Continue Reading...

New Porsche Supercar to be Built on Audi R8 Platform

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New Porsche Supercar to be Built on Audi R8 Platform
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Porsche‘s new supercar, targeted squarely at the Ferrari 458, might be borrowing its underpinnings from the next-gen Audi R8. The German sports car manufacturer is already well on its way to developing the part-carbon fiber car, though what they have so far borrows heavily from Audi. It’s not something Porsche is happy about, but Volkswagen,… Continue Reading...

Volkswagen Leads Industry With Nine IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards

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Volkswagen Leads Industry With Nine IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards
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Congratulations are in order for Volkswagen. The Routan has just earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award, making it the ninth Volkswagen vehicle to receive this rating. This also means that Volkswagen has received the highest number of IIHS awards for vehicle safety. Helping them reach this coveted spot, Volkswagen… Continue Reading...

GM Threatens to Halt 9-4X Production for Saab Pending Sale to Chinese Automakers

GM Threatens to Halt 9-4X Production for Saab Pending Sale to Chinese Automakers
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General Motors has announced that it will cut ties with Saab over its pending sale to two Chinese automakers. The threat has some very real consequences with GM stating it would cease manufacturing of the 9-4X crossover for Saab, as well as stop delivery of the parts it currently supplies the Swedish automaker with. “Although… Continue Reading...

Land Rover Rumored to Get Performance Sub-Brand

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Land Rover Rumored to Get Performance Sub-Brand
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A new range of performance models from Land Rover may be on the horizon, bringing a sub-brand to the British luxury SUV manufacturer. Land Rover execs are reportedly considering the possibility of developing the equivalent of the “R” sub-brand currently found in Jaguar, their sister company. Rumors are that a high-performance Evoque variant is being… Continue Reading...

Ferrari 430 Scuderia in Tiffany Blue For Sale

Ferrari 430 Scuderia in Tiffany Blue For Sale
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Ferrari of Newport Beach may have cleverly found a way to sell a 430 Scuderia to that poor sap whose wife would never let him have an exotic supercar. This one-off 430 Scuderia has been painted in Tiffany Blue. It’s not knock-off either, with a the Tiffany & Co. gift box with a white silk… Continue Reading...