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Gran Turismo 5 ‘Spec 2’ Update Coming With More Features, Improved Functionality
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After a half a decade of waiting, Gran Turismo 5 failed to really live up to the hype. But at the driving simulator’s launch the game’s creator Kazunori Yamauchi promised that this was just the beginning; and now we have a clear idea of what he meant. Starting October 11th, a “Spec 2” updated version…
AMG Performance Media System Helps Record Telemetry [Video]
After gaining significant public awareness when Polyphony, developer of the Gran Turismo video game franchise, created a multifunction display model exclusively for the GTR, little can better convey a vehicle’s sporting intentions and technological prowess quite like an on-board G-meter. Mercedes-Benz AMG recognized this and revealed its new AMG Performance Media System. Able to record…
GM To Work With BMW On Improving Fuel Efficiency
By joining together, both companies will be able to develop competitive advantages in the marketplace, thanks to reduced R&D and operating costs.
MyMazda iPhone App Offers Customers Real-Time Information About their Cars
If you own a Mazda and an iPhone, you’ll want to download the all-new MyMazda iPhone app. This handy free app offers you easy access to service offers, scheduled and factory maintenance reminders, and other important information – right at your fingertips. Claiming to be one of the first automotive iPhone apps to provide customers…
Car Recalls App is the First of its Kind
With every development of a new app, the smartphone is turning into a necessity. The latest to be created for car owners is the Car Recalls iPhone app. For owners who want to find a better way to stay on top of all the recalls regarding their vehicles, they can refer to this software and…
Close Your Garage Door Via A Smartphone
Ever been out to the mall or on a trip out of town and wondered if you had closed your garage door? Well if you have the new Craftsman garage door with AssureLink, you can close your door using your smart phone, laptop or tablet. The system works similarly to that used by some car…
Aston Martin and Maybach To Break Their Engagement
It was only a few months ago, when talks of an engagement between Aston Martin and Maybach was making headlines. This partnership would have seen the two uber-luxury brands sharing technology and platforms. Now according to sources, the union has broken before it even started, citing money issues. If the deal had stayed intact, Aston…
Keep An Eye On Teen Drivers With iTeen365 [Video]
Your teenager just got their license and you’re a little worried about where they are going with your car. You can keep an eye on them – and your car – with iTeen365. A GPS system that tracks your car and your teen, the iTeen365 needs to be professionally installed in your vehicle. Once that’s…
Cost2Drive App Estimates Fuel Costs For Road Trips
Ever wonder how much that road trip is going to cost you in gas? Before you pack up the car, download the Cost2Drive app to see if you’ve got enough cash for gas to make it to your destination. Cost2Drive will estimate how much it will cost to fuel up on a road trip. All…
Sprint Fights Distracted Driving With Drive First App
Good news for parents – taking a stand against distracted driving, Sprint has just launched a new app that disables smart phone functions while driving. The Sprint Drive First app locks your cell phone when the car is moving over 10 mph and sends calls automatically to voice mail. It won’t distract you with an…
GM’s OnStar Accused Of Unauthorized Collection, Sales Of Private Data
Recently it has been revealed that owners of GM vehicles equipped with OnStar, whether subscribed to the service or not, risk the involuntary disclosure of private and sensitive data collected from the vehicle’s GPS unit. A strong backlash ensued as critics accused OnStar of selling private information including vehicle speed, location, and seatbelt usage, to…
GM and China’s SAIC Join Forces for EV Development
Tim Lee, president of GM’s International Operations believes that this latest joint venture, which builds on partnerships established by the US auto giant and SAIC for 15 years, represents a broad range of benefits made possible by the commitment of the two companies in this venture, as well as representing an “unprecedented level of cooperation.”
Bentley Mulsanne Executive Interior Concept Showcases Bespoke Multimedia Features
Take care of business on the go. Busy executives will be able to multitask while being driven to their next meeting, thanks to the Bentley Mulsanne Executive Interior Concept. Premiering last week at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, the Mulsanne Executive Interior is a multimedia connectivity concept that was showcased in the hand-crafted cabin of…
Mercedes SLS AMG Black Series, GT3 Street Car Coming
It’s time to buckle up as Mercedes-Benz‘s tuner AMG confirms that they are working on three halo projects for their halo SLS AMG. No greater truth has been spoken than when Head of Vehicle Development at AMG, Tobias Moers, says, “We absolutely have to do a Black Series.” Yet to be officially confirmed, chances are…
Infiniti Electric Sports Car Concept Heading For Geneva In 2012
Earlier this week at the Frankfurt Auto Show, Infiniti released teaser sketches of their upcoming Nissan Leaf-based Infiniti electric sedan concept. As if that wasn’t enough to stir the press, Nissan’s global communications chief Andy Palmer informed the media of an upcoming Infiniti mid-engine electric sports car as well. The car will use many of…
Infiniti Reveals Sketch Of Future Zero Emissions Vehicle
The teasing starts early as Infiniti takes an opportunity at the Frankfurt Auto Show to hint at the public of a future zero emission luxury vehicle. This sketch gives us another look at Infiniti’s design movement. First seen in the 2009 Infiniti Essence Concept, the trademark indented surface treatment trailing the quarter window will make…
Audi A2 Electric Concept Hints at the Future of Urban Transportation: 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show
Much like the original A2, the new concept was designed from the outside to pack the most amount of space within a small, physical form; consequently, despite its rather tiny dimensions; 150-inches in length; 66.6-inches in width and 58.8 inches in height , it still boasts ample seating for four, plus their luggage.
Smart Forvision Concept Highlights Energy-Efficient Technologies: Frankfurt Auto Show 2011
Daimler and German chemical company BASF have teamed up to produce the electric Smart Forvision concept vehicle which premiered at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show. The result is a futuristic-looking Smart car with several innovations designed to maximize energy efficiency from the electric drivetrain. The Smart Forvision concept uses five new technologies designed to conserve…
Mercedes-Benz F 125! a Look Ahead to the Year 2025: Frankfurt Auto Show 2011
Mercedes-Benz revealed its hydrogen-powered gullwing F 125! luxury car concept, offering a glimpse at what the company’s vehicles will look like in the year 2025. The F 125! – named for Mercedes-Benz’s 125th anniversary – illustrates the company’s styling direction for the next decade and beyond while also highlighting Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to developing hydrogen-powered technology….
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster Swaps Gullwings for Soft Top: Frankfurt Auto Show 2011
Two years after debuting the SLS AMG at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show, Mercedes-Benz has followed up with a convertible version. The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster swaps its predecessor’s splashy gullwing doors for conventional doors and a soft top roof that closes in 11 seconds and can be operated while moving at speeds up to…
Brabus Hybrid Makes World Debut At 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show
Despite the added weight of the electric motors and the car’s Lithium-Ion battery pack, the Brabus Hybrid still boasts decent performance. According to the company, it’s able to sprint from 60 to 120 km (37 to 74 mph) in 5.6 seconds, decent statistics for a relatively heavy mid-size sedan.
EV Drivers Lose Range Anxiety After Three Months
The promises of energy independence and benefits to the environment have always contended with the range limitation concerns inherent of all electric vehicles. As automakers produce electric vehicles while city infrastructures have yet to provide proper availability of charging stations, skeptics question its practicality. But how have the believers, those who purchased EVs, felt? According…
Mazda Stop/Start Technology Not Headed to the U.S. Just Yet
In order to overcome anxiety and potential resistance to the technology, O’Sullivan says the best way is to phase it in and establish it across multiple product lines, a plan Mazda currently has in place across the pond.
BMW Patents Bi-Turbo V6 Engine, Rumored for Next Generation M3
Rumors are flying left and right on what BMW has in the works to power the next-generation M3/M4, with four potential engines being spoken of. These include a turbocharged 4.4L V8, turbocharged 4.0L V8, a 3.2L inline-6 with three turbochargers and now BMW has filed a patent for a uniquely-designed twin-turbo V6. And while the…
