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Toyota’s youth oriented brand, Scion are usually well priced and available in one trim. They’re known for their popularity in tuner circles. The Scion FR-S is certainly the brands most popular and driver friendly car.
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Chris Basselgia Crowned Scion Tuner Challenge Winner: 2012 SEMA Show
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Almost a week since the Scion FR-S Tuner Challenge competitors were revealed, the Japanese automaker has picked a winner at the 2012 SEMA Show: Chris Basselgia. Basselgia, builder of the Minty FReSh Scion FR-S took home the top prize of $10,000 while John Toca’s FR-S came in second and Daniel Song’s FR-S GT came in…
Scion FR-S Tuner Challenge Video Preview: 2012 SEMA Show
The Scion booth at this year’s SEMA Show is ground zero for the FR-S revolution that’s taking place and the venue for the Scion Tuner Challenge.
Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ Invade SEMA – Mega Gallery
If a picture is worth a thousand words, we have a lot to say on just how popular the new Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ is at the 2012 SEMA Show.
FR-S Times Seven in the Scion Booth: 2012 SEMA Show
By now, the only surprise for the Scion FR-S cars in the Japanese automaker’s booth at the 2012 SEMA Show was how each would look when compared side-by-side.
Vortech Supercharged Scion FR-S is Mysteriously Powerful: 2012 SEMA Show
What exactly is so mysterious about the Vortech Supercharged Scion FR-S? The power output of course.
Scion FR-S, Ford Mustang, F-Series and Jeep Wrangler Win SEMA Awards: 2012 SEMA Show
Recognized for being the most popular platforms for customization in their segment, the Ford Mustang, Scion FR-S, Jeep Wrangler and Ford F-Series trucks have each just won been awarded a SEMA “hottest car” award.
Consumer Reports’ Latest Survey Shows More of the Same and a Few BIG Surprises
The numbers have been tallied and the data compiled in Consumer Reports’ latest Auto Reliability Survey. Toyota has a lot to be happy about but Ford has taken a tumble.
Scion FR-S SEMA Cars Unveiled Ahead of Show Debut
Ahead of the 2012 SEMA Show, Scion held a private party in Los Angeles where the automaker unveiled its custom vehicles that are heading to Las Vegas this year. The trio of Scion FR-S Tuner Challenge vehicles were present, along with four other customized Scion FR-S models, all sporting a different theme.
Scion Program Offers Cash, Cars, Business Mentors
Young? Artsy? Money hungry? Then Scion has your ticket; the brand is giving away money, cars and mentors to people who fit the bill.
Scion FR-S Tuner Challenge Previewed: 2012 SEMA Show
Earlier in the week, Scion released a teaser video kicking off its 2012 SEMA Show FR-S Tuner Challenge. Now the Japanese automaker has released the first preview of the three cars vying for top honors.
Toyo Tires 2012 SEMA Show Lineup Announced
Toyo Tires will be heading to the 2012 SEMA Show with a little bit of everything in its lineup this year: A custom Ford Raptor, a Wald Black Bison Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, a Wald Scion FR-S, and a Liberty Walk Lamborghini Murcielago LP620.
TGIF[R-S]: Inspired by the best Corolla
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. If you haven’t seen the latest articles, be sure to check out the whole archive of them. It’s hard to believe but the Scion FR-S was inspired by a Toyota Corolla. Crazy isn’t it? How does…
Scion FR-S Tuner Challenge Previewed in Video
Each year, Scion hosts the Tuner Challenge pitting three of the nation’s top builders against one another to show off what its cars can do with some creativity and hard work. As the winner was announced at last year’s Tuner Challenge, Scion promised that it would deliver a trio of FR-S models for the 2012…
Scion FR-S Supercharged by Meguiar’s is SEMA Bound
The annual SEMA Show is an exciting time for car tuners and enthusiast worldwide, as the aftermarket gets ready to unleash all of its newest products for today’s hottest cars. And what car is hotter this year than the Scion FR-S?
Scion iQ EV Arrives in US, 90 Units For Car Sharing
The 2013 Scion iQ EV just hit the U.S. albeit in very short supply, and is only being used for car sharing programs in urban environments.
Scion iQ Gets $99 Lease to Compete With Low Cost Chevy Spark
Scion has announced a bargain $99 per month lease rate for its iQ mini car, hoping to boost deliveries as competition in the segment grows with Chevrolet’s recently released Spark off to a strong start.
Scion FR-S to Compete in World Challenge in 2013
The Scion FR-S will be joining the ranks of the GTS class in the Pirelli World Challenge series next year, with Robert Stout behind the wheel.
TGIF[R-S]: Track Day at Last – Video
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. If you haven’t seen the latest articles, be sure to check out the whole archive of them.
Scion FR-S the First of Three Sports Cars Says Chief Engineer
The Toyota GT86 or Scion FR-S as it’s known on our shores may just be the best new sports car in a generation, but it certainly won’t be the last of its kind. According to chief engineer Tetsuya Tada, the FR-S is just the first of three planned sports cars by the world’s largest automaker.
Watch a Scion FR-S Write a Cursive ‘T’ – Video
It’s well documented just how great the Scion FR-S handles on the road and on the track, and those lucky enough to own one just know how fun it is to drive on a daily basis.
TGIF[R-S]: Tightening the Screws
It’s now been three months of Scion FR-S ownership, and while it has been fun, there have been a few hiccups along the way. The car isn’t perfect and within a month I noticed some annoying teething issues. Thankfully, there have been some updates in regards to a pair of nagging issues with the FR-S…
Scion Uses Art, Heavy Metal to Attract New Demographic
The Scion brand was created from the get go to attract a younger, hipper audience. At its core, Scion has always been about customization and personalization, as a way to express yourself through your car.
Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ Idle Issue Solution Found
The Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ are undoubtedly great sports cars, but not every owner has been able to enjoy them as much as they’d like. Many owners have taken to the Internet to express complaints regarding a check engine light, slip light, and idle issue on their new cars.
Scion FR-S TSB Issued for Abnormal Engine Chirp
First generation cars tend to have some teething issues, and Scion‘s latest baby, the FR-S is not without it’s quirks. Owners of the FR-S can breathe a little easier thanks to a new technical service bulletin (TSB) that resolves an annoying noise emitted by the car.
