Feature: GM’s eAssist Hybrid Bet Doesn’t Pay Off

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Feature: GM’s eAssist Hybrid Bet Doesn’t Pay Off
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Currently available on three models, GM’s eAssist technology is a product and packaging gamble the automaker has made that does not appear to be paying off. While the first two Buick models to receive the mild-hybrid system received modest praise, the new Chevy Malibu Eco has drawn so much criticism it was recently named “the… Continue Reading...

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Updated, Priced from $19,170

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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Updated, Priced from $19,170
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The now made in the USA 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is hitting dealerships and will start at $19,170 excluding a destination charge of $825. The new MSRP is $375 more than the outgoing model. Continue Reading...

BMW M6 Gran Coupe Headed to America Next Year

BMW M6 Gran Coupe Headed to America Next Year
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BMW is definitely hearing the plea that American buyers hunger for performance. Even though we’re not getting an M7 model but rather an M770i xDrive, the German automaker is blessing us with an M6 Gran Coupe. Continue Reading...

Next Hyundai Genesis will Offer AWD: Brand Boss Says

Next Hyundai Genesis will Offer AWD: Brand Boss Says
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Much can be said about Hyundai’s meteoric rise from being a bargain bin brand to one with respectable luxury and sport models, but there wasn’t much of a chance that those words would come from someone in a snowy climate. Continue Reading...

Porsche Panamera Shooting Brake Heading to Paris Motor Show

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Porsche Panamera Shooting Brake Heading to Paris Motor Show
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The Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake won’t sell in America, much to the dismay of the few people that dig wagon styling, but Porsche and McLaren may swoop in with their own variants. Continue Reading...

2014 Mazda6 Rendered into Reality

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2014 Mazda6 Rendered into Reality
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Japanese automakers Honda, Toyota and Nissan have all taken the conservative approach to restyling their mid-size sedans. Mazda, however, gave a clear indication when it revealed the Takeri concept at the Tokyo Motor Show, that it would take a chance and, as usual, march to the beat of a different drum. Continue Reading...

Acura ILX Team to Compete at 25 Hours of Thunderhill

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Acura ILX Team to Compete at 25 Hours of Thunderhill
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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. Continue Reading...

Jaguar XFR-S Rumored for Los Angeles Auto Show Debut

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Jaguar XFR-S Rumored for Los Angeles Auto Show Debut
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The Jaguar XFR family is about to get a new, high-performance addition when the XFR-S makes it official debut at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show. Continue Reading...

Infiniti M-Based Mitsubishi Proudia and Dignity Revealed

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Infiniti M-Based Mitsubishi Proudia and Dignity Revealed
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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.  Continue Reading...

Mazda 2 EV Available for Lease in Japan Later this Year

Mazda 2 EV Available for Lease in Japan Later this Year
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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. Continue Reading...

BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Packs 335-HP, Eight Speed Transmission

BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Packs 335-HP, Eight Speed Transmission
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BMW has announced its all-new ActiveHybrid 3 model, featuring a 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline-six mated to an eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission, combined with an electric motor to deliver 335-hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. Continue Reading...