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Bugatti Type 64 Finally Gets Built After 72 Years
Peter Mullin, who has collected more than 30 Bugattis at his Mullin Automotive Museum in Oxnard California, is receiving an appropriate body to be fitted to one of the last remaining 1939 Bugatti Type 64’s. The Bugatti Type 64 was originally designed by Jean Bugatti, the son of Ettore Bugatti, who founded the car company. “We…
Volkswagen Jetta Sales Spike
Since the launch of the redesigned Volkswagen Jetta, registrations among new owners have soared, suggesting that the newer, more affordable Jetta is a home run with consumers. The Jetta has climbed almost 61% during the first two months of this year compared to over a year ago. In those two months, 20,272 Jettas were registered…
BMW Pits M3 Against S1000 RR in Unfair Comparison: The Chase [Video]
BMW put this video together regarding a duel held between Nico Bastian in his E92 M3 and Rico Penzkofer on his 1000cc BMW RR motorcycle. The two friends bet one another that both were faster then each other around the track. The race was set up with both drivers on opposite sides of the track…
Audi R4 Axed: The Car God’s Are Crying
It is a very sad day for any auto enthusiast who enjoys German engineering. The highly anticipated Audi R4 has reportedly been axed by Audi. While nothing is official, Auto Motor and Sport says the model will not be produced because it would steal sales from the Audi TT, not to mention the Porsche Boxster/…
Corvette Museum Motorsports Park Gains Traction
“We’re so thrilled with the support for the project,” declared Strode. “In a tough economy it means a lot to have so many supporters step up to the plate.”
Two Special Edition Mercedes- Benz G-Class Models Announced
Two new special editions of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class have been announced. The “Edition Select” is a $9,513 trim package for the long-wheelbase mode. It is recognizable by a two-tone paint scheme, a sporty AMG exhaust and black 18-inch alloy rims. The interior features two-tone Designo leather and piano black wood trim. The second special edition…
Incentive Spending At A Five Year Low
Overall, auto sales have been on an upward trajectory for several months, however cash incentives are not the reason for the success. Incentive spending was at a five- year low in April, according to Automotive News, down 14 percent to an average of $2,320 per vehicle. Toyota had the lowest incentives among the top six…
BMW Leads U.S Luxury Car Segment By 29 Sales
Lexus has dominated the U.S luxury market for several years, however the company recently lost ground with American consumers. BMW sits in first place ahead of Mercedes- Benz by a very slim margin of 29 sales. Supply problems stemming from the March 11 earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan is cited as the reason for…
Hennessey Dodge Ram Packs 505 Horsepower
Hennessey Performance is now producing the Ram HPE500 pickup truck, packing a 5.7L Hemi fitted with a TVS2300 Supercharger System and an HPE Air Induction System that is capable of producing 505-hp at 5,400rpm. For comparison, the Ram SRT10 powered by a V10 Viper engine produced 510-hp. The rumble produced by this truck comes from a…
Rare Lamborghini Athon Concept Car To Go On Auction Block
If you like Italian exotics and rare concept cars, we’re guessing you’ll like this. It is a 1980 concept car, built by the styling studio Bertone for Lamborghini. It’s called the Athon and it will soon be going on the auction block at the Villa d’Este concourse event. Handled by RM Auctions house, this one…
Porsche Owner Saves 911 From Flood Using Inflatable Cushion
A resident near Louisville Kentucky has saved his Porsche 911 from a flood caused by a rapid flowing river. It appears as though the Porsche owner fastened his yellow 964 to an inflatable cushion, and then tied it to his house to save it from being washed away by the flood. The home was in…
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Recalled For Transmission Failure
Hyundai is recalling 6,169 Santa Fe’s because the transmission has been found to be defective. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, the transmission may cause “loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash,”. The right- side output gear and intermediate shaft on affected 2010 Santa Fe’s will be replaced by Hyundai dealers. This issue…
Paul Newman’s Ford 351-Powered Volkswagen Beetle For Sale; You Can’t Afford It
This red 1963 Volkswagen Beetle, known as the “Newman Bug”, isn’t your typical old Beetle, and it’s price tag of $250,000 should reflect that. The drop top Bug, owned by Paul Newman, is fitted with chrome bumpers and a black cloth top in good condition but the beauty of this car is in the rear…
Chevrolet Volt Sales Limited For April
General Motors had limited the sales of the Chevrolet Volt for April as the brand is bumping up supplies of demonstration models. Cristi Landy, Chevrolet marketing director said in a statement “It’s tough to limit the number of Volts for sale to potential customers when demand is so strong, but the Volt has value to the Chevrolet…
Light Vehicles Sales Boosting Average Fuel Economy In Q1 2011
Improved sales in the first quarter of 2011 in the subcompact and compact segments has accounted for better average fuel economy among light vehicles. The average fuel consumption of light vehicles in the United States is 22.7 mpg, representing a 1.9 percent jump over the average fuel economy of light vehicles in the first quarter…
Research Says Bird Dropping ‘Acidity’ Is Not To Blame For Dull Paint
In addition, the texture of the droppings can also have an effect, more solid deposits are likely to result in a greater dullness of the paint finish, because as the lacquer changes form and hardens around the ‘solid’ matter, it distorts the rays of light hitting the surface.
Ferrari To Unveil Rare Super America 45 At Villa d’Este
The annual show held at Villa d’Este, the Concorso d’Eleganza is a renowned showcase for some of the most spectacular classic cars. The grounds hosting the Concorso d’Eleganza (sponsored by BMW this year)mixes the finest concepts of the year with the most elegant classics of the last century. This year, the show will feature an auction for the first…
Nissan NV to Replace Ford Crown Vic as Official New York City Taxi
The city of New York has chosen Nissan as the supplier for the next generation of taxi cabs. This decision will give Nissan an exclusive 10-year contract for the city’s massive fleet totaling 13,200 taxis. The Nissan design was chosen over the Ford Transit Connect van as well as a design from Turkish builder Karzan….
Honda Celebrates 1 Million Facebook Fans By Showing A Bit Of Love
In fact some people have done incredible things to prove their loyalty to the brand. Examples include getting Honda tattoos, requesting special ‘Honda’ haircuts, even carving the company logo on their front lawn.
Spyker Says Saab Won’t Meet 2011 Production Targets
In a further effort to help restart production, Saab also said that it was raising funds from shareholders, “pursuing various initiatives to improve the group’s liquidity” in the words of the company, but declined to elaborate any further.
Petersen Museum Receives $100 Million Donation
And now, thanks to a major donation. the museum is likely to go from strength to strength, possibly becoming one of the most renowned locations for automotive exhibits in the world.
Saab Deal With Volvo Apparently A No Go
However, Volvo has now gone on the record, stating that no such talks have taken place. In the meantime, Saab CEO Victor Mueller, is continuing to look for other sources to tap into for capital, including Chinese automakers.
2012 Cadillac CTS Gets A New Grille And A Tweaked Motor
The Cadillac CTS coupe might be new, but the wagon and especially the sedan has been around for a few years now. So it was about time for a mid life nip and tuck. So for the 2012 model year, the CTS range will be sporting a new grille. According to Cadillac, premium finishes have…
Supply Issues and Rising Gas Costs Pushing Up Car Prices
However, this current set of circumstances might provide an opportunity, particularly for Detroit car makers, who’ve been struggling in recent years.
