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2014 Infiniti G Sedan to Cut Weight, Feature Emerg-E Styling
Infiniti has enjoyed immense success over the years, particularly with its G model lineup, but the Japanese automaker is still mulling over a new flagship model for the luxury brand.
Toyota Emirates Drifting Team Formed Around GT 86 – Video
Toyota is embracing its GT 86 model in many different ways worldwide, one of which is launching its own drifting team in the United Arab Emirates.
Hyundai Elantra Coupe is a Zombie Killing Machine
Hyundai has just taken the wraps off of the Elantra Coupe zombie survival machine at San Diego’s Comic-Con, and it looks ready for anything anyone -living or dead- could throw at it.
Acura ILX Could Go Racing in World Challenge, Grand Am Says PR Boss
Yesterday Acura announced it would field a two car effort at the 25 Hours of Thunderhill race later this year using its new ILX sports sedan. Now Acura has revealed that racing plans for the ILX might not stop there.
Toyota Planning Electric Sports Car, With Manual Gearbox
Toyota’s performance-minded push with cars like the LFA and GT 86 is about to go high-tech, with plans to develop an electric sports car.
2015 Nissan Z in Early Stages of Development
Work on the 2015 Nissan Z model has already begun with a concept version debuting as early as the 2014 Detroit Auto Show.
Acura ILX Team to Compete at 25 Hours of Thunderhill
Team Honda Research – West will be heading to this year’s 25 Hours of Thunderhill race with a pair of Acura ILX race cars, working in conjunction with Honda Performance Development and Solo Motorsports.
Subaru BRZ Not Getting Discount, Company Says
Contrary to yesterday’s story, according to Subaru, the BRZ is not being offered with any discounts.
2014 Toyota Corolla Previewed in Auris Spy Photos
This prototype Auris was spotted in Europe by our spy photographers today. The Toyota Auris is essentially a hatchback/wagon variant of the Corolla and its release brings with it an all-new platform.
Portuguese Police Chases Limited to 100 Mile Range
The Portuguese police force has taken delivery of eight Nissan Leaf vehicles which are being put into active duty fighting crime. Well, only if that crime is happening within 100 miles.
Nissan Juke Nismo Pitted Against Juke-R on Facebook
When the Nissan Juke R was first introduced, the championship race car builders over at RML managed to take the ugliest crossover in the world and turn it into the world’s fastest while making it look awesome.
Five-Point Inspection: 2012 Honda Fit Sport
This week’s subject for Five Point Inspection is the Honda Fit subcompact, equipped with the Sport Package. The MSRP of this model comes to $18,700, and represents a nearly fully loaded Fit. All that’s missing is the navigation, and a la cart options and accessories.
Subaru WRX Club Spec 11 Headed to Australia
Aussies are treated to some devilishly fun cars, something Subaru is contributing to by offering its WRX Club Spec Down Under.
Toyota RAV4 Rumored to Lose V6, Maybe Third Row
The Toyota RAV4 is due for a redesign next year to be based on the Camry platform and when that happens, the manufacturer might ditch the V6.
Isuzu Amigo, Rodeo Sport Recalled for Corroded Rear Suspension
Isuzu is recalling about 11,221 Amigo and Rodeo Sport vehicles due to possible corrosion of the forward mounting bracket for the left or right rear lower suspension link.
Toyota Announces Next 25 Winners of 100 Cars for Good
Toyota has now announced the second group of 25 winners in its 100 Cars for Good contest. Selected charities receive a brand-new vehicle from the Japanese manufacturer, meant to help the charities further endeavors.
Scion FR-S Forcing Dealers to Discount Subaru BRZ
Subaru knew that the BRZ would not sell as well as the Scion FR-S just based on price, but now it looks like the pricing of the FR-S is forcing some Subaru dealers to offer incentives.
2014 Mazda6 Officially Teased in Video
Originally teased by the Takeri concept at the New York Auto Show, Mazda has dropped the first video tease of the all new Mazda6 today.
2013 Scion tC RS 8.0 Revealed With Five Axis Styling
With the FR-S now on sale the once-popular Scion tC has been significantly overshadowed in the brand’s already limited lineup. Hoping to draw in customers with some added individuality, the Toyota youth brand has just released the latest limited edition Release Series tC with styling provided by tuner Five Axis.
Mitsubishi Hybrid Lineup Possible for US
Mitsubishi will debut a range-extended version of its Outlander SUV this September in Paris, but that might not be the company’s only planned hybrid product for the future.
Lexus LS F Sport Confirmed
Lexus is aiming to add some driving enjoyment and stylish flare to its flagship LS sedan, unveiling an F-Sport version later this month.
Chevrolet Volt Sales Top Nissan Leaf for Fifth Straight Month
What a turnaround the Chevrolet Volt has experienced in the past few months.
Infiniti M-Based Mitsubishi Proudia and Dignity Revealed
It’s been years since Mitsubishi offered a luxury sedan, but the Japanese automaker has just brought back its Proudia and Dignity monikers, offering two luxury sedan models over in Japan.
Mazda 2 EV Available for Lease in Japan Later this Year
In October, Mazda will offer 100 Demio EVs for lease in western Japan, hoping to learn more about developing electric cars and the needs of EV owners through what is essentially a focus group test.
