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Nissan Leaf to Tackle Goodwood Hill Climb… In Reverse
Thanks to its electric drive train and direct drive transmission system, the Nissan Leaf is supposed to be able to go just as fast in reverse as it can in forward, something the company plans to prove at Goodwood by attempting to take the record for driving the fastest mile — in reverse.
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.
Nissan Altima Design Explained by Execs in Video
Nissan redesigned the Altima mid-size sedan for the 2013 model year, and now a video has been released of three employees who were crucial in the development of the new Altima discussing its design.
2013 Lexus GX 460 Pricing: $53,245 Starting MSRP
Japanese luxury automaker Lexus announced pricing for its GX 460 SUV today representing a $200 increase over last year’s model.
Toyota Yaris to be Imported from France for US Market
Starting in May 2013, The Toyota Yaris will be imported to North American markets from a factory in France.
Scion FR-S Serves as Classroom for NASCAR Driver Learning to Drift
NASCAR driver, Joey Logano is used to his Toyota Camry he drives in the Sprint and Nationwide series, but he was recently offered some lessons in drifting in the FR-S with Forumla Drift champ, Ken Gushi.
Nissan Delta Wing Crowdsourced Le Mans Footage Released
The amount of footage taken on cell phone camera’s at an event such as the 24 hours of Le Mans is quite extensive and Nissan capitalized on it by cutting together this video of the first lap taken by the Delta Wing.
Nissan Leaf ‘Turns On’ 1 Million People
Lack of charging infrastructure is still an issue when it comes to electric cars, but Nissan is trying to change this with its ‘Big Turn On’ initiative.
2013 Lexus LS to Boast New Look, Perhaps New Engines
Just a couple of weeks ago, we were tipped that Lexus might be working on a new LS450h that could sport a hybrid V6 powertrain. Now we have learned that an updated Lexus LS model isn’t far off.
2013 Honda Accord Details Leaked by Eager Dealership
New information on the 2013 Honda Accord is available thanks to one dealership with a “loose lips” marketing strategy that probably has the brand’s higher-ups on edge.
2013 Acura RLX Revealed in Patent Images
Set to go on sale in early 2013 to replace the RL, Acura’s RLX sedan will arrive at dealerships looking slightly different than the concept we saw in New York if the patent images here are, in fact, the production model.
Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S Fastest Selling Cars in May
No real surprise here, but the Subaru BRZ and the Scion FR-S were the fastest selling cars in the month of May, sitting on dealership lots an average of four and five days, respectively, before turning over to their joyful new owners.
TMG to Act as Performance Sub Brand for Lexus?
Lexus might be getting its own competitor to Mercedes’ AMG or the BMW M Division: the former F1 facility in Cologne, Germany.
Nissan Leaf Battery Range Upsets Owners
A growing group of Nissan Leaf owners are discontented with their car’s ability to retain power over the not-so-long term, but the company doesn’t seem concerned.
Nissan GT-R Experience Takes to the Track- Video
The Nissan GT-R experience is offered to buyers and prospective buyers of the brands super car, and this month the cars and drivers took to the track in Monticello, New York.
Lexus ES North American Production a Possibility
Lexus will be mulling over the possibility of bringing its new-generation ES production to North America to help curb the negative effects of the current exchange rate.
New Nissan Slogan Debuts with Altima, Four New Commercials
Expect a new ring to Nissan’s commercials: After two years of proclaiming “innovation for all,” the brand is changing its tune.
11 Future Hybrids Heading to Dealers Soon
Even though they’ve been around for well over a decade now, hybrids still have that ‘new technology’ feel. Consumers continue to be apprehensive to hybrid technology and there’s plenty of misinformation surrounding it.
Chat With Lexus IS F CCS-R Driver Ken Gushi on Twitter Today
Lexus and driver Ken Gushi are preparing to take on the Pikes Peak Hill Climb this year in a IS F CCS-R packing 416-hp and 371 lb-ft of torque.
Acura Will Keep its Beak into the Future
Sliding in new directions both mechanically and stylistically, Acura is taking steps to revitalize itself as a brand, but will keep its notoriously “beaky” front end look despite its questionable reception.
Honda’s New Development Chief Aims to Re-inject Excitement
However, there are signs that Honda is trying to re-capture the “je ne said quoi” that marked the company and its products a generation ago. It’s new North American development boss, Erik Berkman, who spearheaded the introduction of the popular 2004 Acura TL, is putting together a plan designed to help Honda restore its reputation.
Toyota Camry Wins at Michigan 250: Joey Logano Driving
Joey Logano, 22, took first place this weekend on the newly resurfaced track at Michigan International Speedway.
Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Announced for Paris
Japanese automaker Mitsubishi announced that it will bring a plug-in hybrid version of its Outlander to the upcoming Paris Motor Show this September.
Nissan Leaf Sales to Double this Year
Nissan will be set to double sales of its Leaf plug-in hybrid this year thanks to a plant opening in Smyrna, Tenn. that will allow for 20,000 units to be delivered this fiscal year.
