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Toyota 100 Cars for Good Program Announces First 25 Winners
Now well underway, the Toyota 100 Cars for Good Program is announcing the first list of businesses that will be awarded a free vehicle to further advance their work.
Scion iQ Two-Cylinder Hybrid a Possibility
A small two-cylinder hybrid engine is in the works at Toyota, and it could be finding its way into the Toyota iQ and or the Aygo.
Lexus GS300h Rumored as New Addition to GS Lineup
Lexus has confirmed it will introduce a more entry-level GS hybrid model, though exactly what engine has yet to officially be announced.
Lexus LFA Nurburgring Edition For Sale with Red Interior
The Lexus LFA Nurburgring Edition needs no real introduction, having debuted over a year ago and setting records since.
Infiniti G25 Discontinued, EX and FX Models Get 3.7-Liter
Infiniti has released information on its 2013 model lineup, and notably missing from its list of vehicles is the G25 sedan, which debuted less than two years ago.
Drowned Subaru Legacy Starts on First Try
After spending three months drowning underwater in a lake, this 1996 Subaru Legacy was fished out and started on its first try after flushing out its system and pouring in some fresh fuel.
Scion FR-S Might Have Misfitting Body Panels, Fogging Tail Lights
Despite being co-developed by Toyota and Subaru, both brands with solid reputations for reliability, the Scion FR-S might be running into problems a week after its official release.
Lexus CT200H May Spawn Additional Models
The Lexus CT200h has been a success for the company, drawing in younger buyers as well opening up a new low-price point to enter into the luxury segment, and now the car may spawn some new models. The “possibility to build other vehicles off that(CT200h) platform” is likely, said Mark Templin, Lexus U.S. group vice president and general…
Toyota Announces Pike’s Peak Hill Climb EV
Cars scheduled to compete in the Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb keep coming into focus, but this year the hot trend seems to be running electric vehicles (EVs) up the mountain.
2013 Infiniti G37 Coupe Jumps up $3700 in Price
Infiniti has announced pricing for its G37 coupe, as well as the performance oriented IPL G coupe, and it looks like there’s going to be a price hike across the board for 2013.
Scion FR-S Recalled to Replace Owners Manual
Just days after its release, Scion has issued a recall for the brands newest baby, the FR-S.
Nissan Easy-Fill Tire Alert Standard on all 2013 Models and Beyond
Starting in 2013, all newly-manufactured Nissan models will come with the Easy-Fill Tire Alert system we first saw demonstrated while test driving the 2013 Altima.
Toyota ‘Road to Le Mans’ to Air June 15 on SPEED – Video
With its main rival at the upcoming 24 Hours of Le Mans being none other than Audi, Toyota is taking a page from the German automaker’s playbook by documenting its preparation for the endurance classic.
Honda Fit EV Gets Record 118 MPGe
The Honda Fit EV has just received its official EPA fuel economy ratings, with the emissions-free car able to boast 118 MPGe, the highest of any production car.
Sebastian Vettel Will be First to Drive New Jersey F1 Circuit
The New Jersey F1 circuit is the newest Formula track in America, and F1 world champ Sebastian Vettel will be the first person to drive it before the Grand Prix of America, that will take place in 2013.
Toyota Prius Plug-In Powers Home Four Times Longer than Nissan Leaf
Taking a step toward expanding what an electric vehicle can do, Toyota is experimenting with using a Prius as a home power generator.
Mazda MX-5 Yusho Concept is 237-HP of Supercharged Fun
Rumors have been flying on what will power the next-generation Mazda MX-5, and while the use of a turbo seems to be the front runner, the Japanese automaker might throw a curveball with a supercharged engine.
Toyota Reaches 1 Million Facebook Fans, Releases World’s Lamest Thank You
Toyota nabbed its millionth fan on Facebook and is thanking the people who made it possible by “liking” the page by releasing a new banner photo that features a grid of about 100 profile pictures in black and white.
Toyota GT 86 Launches in Indonesia with Massive Drift Demo – Video
Toyota is launching the GT 86 and Scion FR-S around the world and Indonesia’s release took place last Friday to the tune of a couple smoking tires.
Former Audi CEO Johan de Nysschen Becomes Head of Infiniti
After the announcement that Johan de Nysschen was stepping down last week, the former CEO of Audi is on the move, and will take the top spot at Infiniti, his official title being senior vice president of Nissan Motor Company in charge of the Infiniti division.
2013 Honda Accord Spy Photo Doesn’t Hide Much
With competition growing steeper in an already cut throat segment, Honda is bringing an all-new Accord sedan out for 2013 to remain relevant in an area where many of its competitors already offer revised vehicles.
Lexus LS450h in the Works?
Lexus could be planning a hybrid version of its flagship LS sedan that takes a very different approach from the current model, perhaps wearing the LS450h badge.
Toyota TS-030 Race Cars Get New Livery, Place 4th and 5th in Le Mans Testing
Ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in two weeks time, Toyota debuted its duo of TS030 Hybrid race cars at the famous Circuit de la Sarthe for the first test day, finishing with solid times, but still short of the Audis that have dominated the sport for a decade.
Nissan Leaf, Chevy Volt One-Year Resale Values Top 90 Percent
Even though EV sales are a bit sluggish and the technology is taking some time for consumers to adopt, it appears that two of the more popular EVs and PHEVs – the Chevrolet Volt and the Nissan Leaf – are retaining much of their value on the used car market.
