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Fiat Won’t Acquire Mazda Stake: Chairman Says
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When Mazda and Fiat announced plans to co-develop the next MX-5 Miata and Alpha Romeo Spyder the auto news industry quickly went abuzz with speculation.
Aston Martin One 77 Wrecked in China, May be Irreparable
News that one of the Aston Martin One 77 supercars bit a curb and suffered severe damage has surfaced, narrowing the already tiny number of units that exist.
Fiat Abarth 695 Maserati Edition is Absurdly Expensive
When it goes on sale, the Fiat Abarth 695 Maserati Edition won’t be available in the U.S. and that’s a good thing because dealers would have to tack “unsellable” onto its laughably long name.
New F-Series Pickup and Lincoln cars Coming for 2015: Report
News of a broadening product lineup from Ford is on the horizon, including a new F-Series pickup and a reexamined Lincoln lineup.
2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport Recalled for Steering Flaw
Lexus is announcing a voluntary recall of about 650 GS 350 F Sport sedans because the steering system might not perform predictably.
California Approves $100 Million Green Technology Investment
Last week, California’s Energy Commission voted unanimously in favor of a $100 million investment plan that promotes the use of green vehicle technologies.
BMW 2 Series to Replace 1 Series Convertible in 2014
With an expanding model lineup, BMW is broadening its naming structure to better differentiate between its cars, the most recent of which will be the 2 Series.
Atlanta Drifting Ban Making Noise in Media
A drifting ban affecting Atlanta residents is causing discontent among the automotive community and catching more and more media attention.
Ferrari Dealership Employee Does Donuts on Great Wall: Chinese Government Unimpressed
Ferrari has the Chinese government feeling steamed after one person’s actions at a launch event for it’s year-of-the-dragon edition 458 Italia. Evidently, doing donuts on the Great Wall is uncouth. Who knew?
Ferrari to Honor Queen Elizabeth II at Diamond Jubilee
Later this week, Ferrari will honor Queen Elizabeth II by bringing a parade of historic cars to the Diamond Jubilee.
Audi R18 e-tron Quattro Set to make Race Debut
The hybrid, all-wheel drive Audi R18 e-tron quattro race car sporting a diesel powerplant will make its race debut at Spa Francorchamps this weekend.
Maserati ‘Pure Sport’ Rumored for 2015 Lineup
With am ambitious production goal to reach 50,000 units annually by 2015, small Italian luxury brand Maserati has its work cut out. But that doesn’t mean it’s running without a scheme to make that goal, the most recently rumored piece of which is a two-seat sports car.
2013 Ford Focus ST Pricing Leaked: $23,700
According to a leaked spec sheet, Ford‘s upcoming Focus ST global hot hatch will start at $23,700 ($24,495 with the $795 destination charge). Since its inception, Ford’s former Global Performance Vehicles chief Jost Capito intended for the Ford Focus ST to be at the top of its class, “We want to have the best hot hatch…
Mercedes-Benz Might Overtake Audi by 2015: Report
Audi made headlines this year after overtaking Mercedes-Benz for the first time to become the world’s second-largest luxury automaker.
Mazda RX-8 Given An Extended Life
At the end of last year, Mazda decided to pull the RX-8 off its North American showroom floors and announced that a limited edition model will be produced for 2012, but just for the local Japanese market.
Disney Reveals Revamped Epcot Center Test Track Amusement Ride
Having renewed its long-term business relationship with GM, Walt Disney Land has renovated, or “re-imagined”, an older test track feature at Epcot for a more up-to-date experience. With an atmosphere that combines Tron themes and the appearances of a development lab, the new ride incorporates a new design center concept that allows visitors to design and…
Morgan Three-Wheeler Offered For U.S. Market Later This Year
A tiny car with big personality, Morgan CEO Charles Morgan announced that the radical Three-wheeler will be offered in the U.S. through the distribution channel of three select U.S. dealerships.
Racing Reverend Takes to the Track in a 1952 Jaguar C-type
Iconic racing cars never retire. Having not seen competitive action for a decade, a special 1952 Jaguar C-type returns to racing for the 2012 Royal Automobile Club Woodcote trophy, and the racing Reverend Simon Butler will be behind the wheel.
Sports Car Rental Company Leads Police to International Car Thieves
Honest business: 1, international crime syndicate: 0. Eric Blumberg owns Rent-In-Style, an L.A. based high end rental car company, which offers clients an opportunity to take out premium luxury and performance vehicles for a couple hours or even a week.
Will Gas Prices Continue to Fall?
Now however, some analysts believe the global economy shows signs of slowing once again, which will likely cause a drop in oil consumption. An easing situation with Iran is also seen as another factor in the current price decline.
Mercedes-Benz Magic Sky Might Make it to Side Windows in Future
Mercedes‘ Magic Sky technology might be making its way from car roofs to side glass, opening the possibility for an instantly-tinted rear window.
Honda Develops Successful Traffic Jam Detector
Honda announced a technology breakthrough today capable of detecting the potential for traffic congestion by actively determining whether the driving pattern of a vehicle is likely to create bottle-necking.
Lotus Production Resumes At Full Pace
British sports car firm Lotus has been battling with finances and trying to secure its future ever since its parent company Proton, which was Malaysian state owned, was sold to DRB-Hicom.
Porsche Offers Custom Facebook Timeline Cover Picture
Can’t find enough ways to proudly display your love for Porsche? The German luxury company suggests you try a banner. Once again showing its prowess for engaging its fans, Porsche has introduced a new app on its Facebook page, allowing users to create their own Porsche themed Facebook timeline cover picture.
