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Lexus LFA Nurburgring Beats Executive Jet in Race
Unconventional to say the least, Lexus pitted its LFA Nurburgring Edition supercar against an Eclipse 500 jet in a race yesterday.
Porsche Young Driver Academy Kicks Off
Porsche has a rich heritage in racing and motorsports and now the German automaker is out looking for the next great driver.
Neiman Marcus McLaren 12C Spider Costs Extra $85,750
Fast, stylish and undeniably sexy, the McLaren MP4 12C Spider is this year’s pick for the Neiman Marcus Christmas book.
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.
Six (Lame) Excuses Not to Buy a Hybrid
With an almost never ending list of myths and rumors, few vehicles are as misunderstood as the hybrid. Almost every review or video posted on AutoGuide.com about a hybrid car has at least one reader comment about how the battery will deteriorate beyond repair, or that once you get a hybrid, you’re not a true…
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Lexus LFA Race Against Eclipse 500 Explained
Auto enthusiasts probably know the airplane versus supercar schtick pretty well at this point. It’s old hat. Or is it?
Mercedes SLS AMG Black Series Gets Big Wing
Appearing for the first time in the latest spy photos wearing a fixed rear wing, Mercedes’ 2013 SLS AMG Black Series rolled past our spies today.
Man Rents Chevrolet Camaro SS, Gets 2LT V6 Instead
It was a nasty surprise for Eddie Ramones when he signed up to rent a Chevrolet Camaro SS while on vacation only to discover he had been bamboozled into driving the V6 model.
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.
Atlanta Axes Plans to Name Street ‘Ferdinand Porsche Ave.’ Over Nazi Past
Porsche‘s newest headquarters and test track are being built in Atlanta, and the city wanted to rename the street it’s located on from Henry Ford II Avenue to Ferdinand Porsche Avenue. But the city has since reconsidered.
2012 Mercedes SL-Class Recalled: 432 Units Affected
Mercedes is recalling 432 SL-Class cars because of an issue it discovered during crash testing that could lead to a fire.
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…
Lexus IS Coupe Concept Not an IS Coupe
At the recent 2012 Paris Motor Show, Lexus unveiled its LF-CC Concept which lead many to conclude that it was the Japanese automaker’s future IS Coupe model.
Porsche 918 May Run Sub-Seven Minute ‘Ring Lap: CEO
The newest supercar from Porsche, the 918, has already been clocked at a seven-minute, 14-second lap time around the Nurburgring, but once the car reaches full production, it may be capable of a time below seven minutes.
2013 Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ Unveiled for Japan
Last month, Mugen teased us with its upcoming Honda CR-Z RZ model that will be limited to just 300 vehicles. Now, the Japanese tuner has pulled the covers off its latest CR-Z offering, showing off a supercharged powerplant with 156-hp and 136 lb-ft of torque.
2013 Dodge Dart Aero Priced from $19,295
Dodge has announced its all-new 2013 Dodge Dart Aero as its most fuel-efficient Dart model delivering up to 41-mpg with a starting price of $19,295.
Jaguar F-Type GT3 Race Car a Possibility Says Execs
Perhaps taking notes from Bentley’s recent reveal of its Continental GT3 race car at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Jaguar confirmed that an F-Type GT3 race car is a possible.
Bentley Continental GT3 Racer Could Spawn Street Car
Fresh from its unveiling during the Paris Motor Show last week, Bentley’s GT3 race car might also become a limited-run street legal beast.
Lotus Esprit Axed, Brand to Focus on Core Products
After corporate takeovers and a sacked CEO, Lotus is on the rocks and is reportedly canceling production of the Esprit.
Sergio Pininfarina Ferraris Head to Museum Exhibition
Later this month, the Museo Ferrari in Maranello will host an exhibition of Sergio Pininfarina’s Ferraris.
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.
2014 Jaguar F-Type Technical Details Released
Last week, at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Jaguar presented its all-new F-Type, a highly-anticipated sports car from the British automaker. Now in-depth details on the roadster has been released.
Hybrid Jaguars, Manual Transmissions Waiting in the Wings Says Exec
Jaguar’s new F-Type looks remarkably like its design study, though it’s missing two things. First is a major feature of the C-X16 concept it’s based on and the second is something found in any true sports car; an advanced hybrid drivetrain and a manual transmission.
Ferrari F70 Engine Spotted in Magazine
Ferrari’s F70 carbon fiber monocoque is on display at the Paris Motor Show, but the Italian automaker was mum on its hybrid powerplant.
