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Mitsubishi to Focus on Plug-in Hybrids
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As Mitsubishi strives to end losses in Japan and North America, it will turn to expanding its plug-in hybrid offerings.
Toyota 4Runner Discounted for 30th Anniversary
Toyota is discounting the 2014 4Runner to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
Lexus RC F Shows Off its Curves in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue – Video
What’s better than a Lexus RC F? An RC F with a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model of course.
Mazda2 Crossover Launching in Japan in 2014
Mazda is preparing to launch a new crossover in Japan this year, based on the sub-compact Mazda2.
Most Watched Videos of the Week: February 9 – 16, 2014
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This past week, AutoGuide readers crowded to watch our new epic YouTube trailer, while car shoppers wanted to take a closer look at the new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT and the Nissan Micra sub-compact, which will at the very least, be heading to the Canadian market. Watch the videos below and subscribe to the AutoGuide YouTube channel here.
New Mazda RX-7 Scheduled for 2016 Launch
Rumor has it that Mazda is preparing to resurrect its RX-7 nameplate and it will be powered by a next-generation rotary engine.
Mazda CX-9 Under Investigation for Brake Issues
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation on the 2010-2011 Mazda CX-9 large crossover for a possible brake issue.
Toyota Recalling 261K Vehicles over Brake System Issue
Toyota has announced a new recall that involves 261,114 Lexus and Toyota vehicles over problems with various braking safety systems that can become inoperative.
Honda to Halt Sales of Insight and CR-Z in Europe
In 1999 Honda introduced the Insight, the first mass-market hybrid to hit Europe, but now 16 years later, the Japanese automaker will stop offering the Insight and CR-Z Hybrid in Europe due to declining sales.
2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI Pricing Announced
Subaru has announced pricing for the the 2015 Subaru WRX and the WRX STI, with the standard car getting a $300 price hike while the STI holds down the same price.
2015 Nissan Murano to Debut at New York Auto Show
Nissan will unveil the next generation 2015 Murano at the upcoming 2014 New York Auto Show, alongside an unknown concept car.
Subaru BRZ Special Edition Coming Soon
Subaru has plans to bring a new special edition model of the BRZ to market, a car which will be revealed in the next few months.
2015 Nissan Micra Video, First Look
The Nissan Micra debuted at the Montreal Auto Show earlier this year, but the company announced pricing today at the 2014 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto.
Toyota Wireless Charging Begins Verification Testing
Toyota is beginning verification testing of its wireless charging system for its plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles.
Lexus RC 350 F Sport, GT3 Racer to Debut at Geneva
The new 2015 Lexus RC 350 F Sport will be making its debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show alongside the RC F GT3 race car.
2014 Mazda6 Named Canadian Car of the Year
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has chosen the 2014 Mazda6 as the overall winner of Canadian Car of the Year.
Honda Odyssey Hybrid Under Consideration
A Honda Odyssey hybrid variant is under consideration and could join the minivan’s lineup in the future.
New Subaru Legacy to Get Turbocharged Sport Model
A new Subaru Legacy Sport model powered by a turbocharged engine is reportedly on its way, while the Japanese brand is also planning to add an updated six-cylinder engine to the Legacy.
Toyota Prius Recall Affects 1.9M
Toyota is recalling a total of about 1.9 million Prius hybrids worldwide due to a software glitch that can cause the cars to shutdown unexpectedly.
Tesla is Stealing Toyota Buyers
Tesla sales are booming and a portion of it comes courtesy of previous Toyota owners.
Civic Type-R Concept Looks Nurburgring Record Ready
Honda has released a sketch of its next-generation Civic Type-R, which will make its official debut as a concept at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.
Life With a 25 Year Old Miata
The Mazda MX-5 Miata turns 25 this year. So does the car Road Test Editor Mike Schlee calls his daily driver. A few years back he purchased a first year Miata. Far from leading a pampered life, it’s lived a hard 25 years and seen more miles than any sports car should. In honor of…
2016 Toyota Tundra to Come With Cummins Diesel
The next-generation Toyota Tundra will receive a version of the same Cummins diesel powerplant as the next Nissan Titan pickup.
Watch a GT86 Lap Tsukuba Faster than a Ferrari
The Toyota GT86 TRD Griffon concept has managed a lap around Japan’s Tsukuba circuit in just 00:58.407, beating out high-horsepower cars like the Ferrari 458 and Lamborghini Gallardo.
