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Toyota RAV4 EV Range Explained in Video
One of the biggest hurdles automakers have to overcome with marketing electric vehicles is decreasing range anxiety with its consumers. Toyota recently resurrected its RAV4 EV model, offering an electric crossover with a range of 92 miles, or 113 miles in an extended mode.
2014 Mazda6 Coupe, Mazdaspeed6 and AWD Models Rumored
The all-new 2014 Mazda6 has just made its official debut and already talks of high performance and coupe variants are filling the air.
Lexus GS 350 F-Sport Safety Car Debuts in Sydney
Sydney Motorsport Park will now get to look forward to an all-new Lexus GS 350 F Sport safety car on its track. The GS 350 F Sport is one of only 11 GS F Sport models being offered in Australia this year, and will be a safety car at all upcoming races during the season.
Toyota Auris Stars in Japanese ‘Spanking Orchestra’
Toyota’s new Auris campaign in Japan has already spawned a music video featuring a singer who identifies as transgender. The Auris is now also the center of an art display called “Spanking Orchestra.”
2013 Honda Accord Previewed by Leaked Brochure
Despite the media test drive already having occurred, a standard information embargo is in place to keep details of the 2013 Accord’s inside bits modestly hidden. It’s just too bad someone left a brochure lying exposed on the floor in a Kroger supermarket.
Mazda6 Drives on Salt Flats in New Commercial
The all-new Mazda6 midsize sedan debuted in Moscow this week looking much like the Takeri concept seen at several auto shows and now the company’s first commercial is showing the car in motion.
Mazda Rotary-Powered Plug-in Hybrid to Launch in 2013
Mazda is plotting a gasoline range-extended electric car and, as usual, is choosing to take its own path in the development, relying on engine technology exclusive to the brand.
Subaru Planning to Expand STi Range
Subaru is looking to expand its STi performance range, with new high performance versions of other products in its lineup planned for new markets.
2015 Mazda MX-5 to Get 1.3-Liter Turbo
Clearly there’s plenty of excitement surrounding the next-generation Mazda MX-5 model, to the point that the rumors are starting to become hard to keep track of.
Toyota Debuts New Auris Ad Using Transgender Woman
Toyota’s ads for the 2013 Auris already made headlines for featuring a model who identifies as a transgender woman. Now, the automaker produced another ad for the Auris featuring a transgendered singer from a Japanese band.
Five-Point Inspection: 2012 Scion iQ
During this week’s Five-Point Inspection we put the Scion iQ micro-subcompact to the test, driving it in crowded city streets, long open highways and everything in between. An emotionally polarizing vehicle, the tiny city car can make you smile and frown – it entirely depends on what you’re looking for. With a starting MSRP of…
Next-Gen Mazda MX-5 Gains More Custom Options
Trying to appeal to a wider customer base, Mazda is planning on offering a high level of customization when it brings the next generation MX-5 Miata to market.
Toyota Announces Final 25 Winners of 100 Cars for Good
Toyota has announced the final 25 winners in the 100 Cars for Good program. The program gave away 100 free Toyota vehicles to charitable organizations to assist them in their selfless work.
Subaru BRZ Convertible Coming in 2014
While a Scion FR-S convertible was ruled out for the American market due to cost, Automotive News is now reporting that a drop-top Subaru BRZ will be available in 2014.
2014 Mazda6 Officially Revealed With New 2.5L SkyActiv Engine
The newest and one of the most anticipated fresh entrants to the midsize sedan segment will get its world debut tomorrow at the Moscow Auto Show, though the most important information will remain a secret.
Lexus LF-LC Teased Ahead of Sydney Auto Show Unveil
The Lexus LF-LC concept made a cannonball splash in Detroit last January for a car that didn’t even have a powertrain, but the first details and a teaser photo are creeping onto the internet offering new information.
Toyota Accuses Fired IT Contractor of Damaging Network
Toyota USA is accusing a fired contractor of sabotaging internal software and breaking into a secure system before downloading confidential information on parts, designs and prices.
Nissan GT-R Successor Confirmed, But Not Until 2018
Rumors regarding the next-generation Nissan GT-R started surfacing late last month, perhaps hinting that there wouldn’t be a successor to the popular sports car. The GT-R’s chief engineer debunked those rumors though, and it appears that the automaker is planning for the next GT-R to debut in 2018.
New Lexus LF-LC Concept Heading to 2012 Australian Motor Show
Ever since the Lexus LF-LC debuted at this year’s Detroit Auto Show, the general public has called for its production. All signs indicated that Lexus was listening with the possibility that the LF-LC will be headed to production within three years.
2013 Nissan Leaf Battery Cells Getting Cheaper
Nissan will be switching to cells supplied by Hitachi for its 2013 Leaf model rather than the ones currently supplied by Automotive Energy Supply Corp.
Mitsubishi and Suzuki on Life Support
Ask anyone who’s been watching and they’ll probably tell you both Mitsubishi and Suzuki are living on borrowed time in the U.S. market.
Infiniti M and G Series Redesign Coming in 2014
Infiniti is planning some major product refreshes for the 2014 model, with the G series and M flagship both getting new skin, as well as the introduction of a new Leaf-based electric car.
2014 Mazda3 Diesel Rumored, Mazda2 Future Uncertain
With a focus on its core products, Mazda is examining the possibility of adding diesel powertrains to numerous high-volume models in the US while dropping some low-volume sellers entirely.
Toyota GT86 Suspension Updates Under Development Says Chief Engineer
The benchmark for the handling of the Scion FR-S has always been the Porsche Cayman. While some have gone so far as to say the Scion is superior, the men behind it are not yet satisfied.
