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2013 Volvo S80 XC70 Models Recalled for TPMS Issue
Volvo is recalling 300 of its 2013 S80 and XC70 cars because of a flaw with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that could potentially prevent the system from notifying the driver of an over- or under-inflated tire.
2014 Lexus IS-F to Benchmark CCSR Race Car
The next-generation IS-F isn’t using the BMW M3 or Mercedes C63 as a benchmark, but Lexus’ own club-racer concept based off the current car.
Toyota Avalon Sports Model Rumored
Toyota’s redesigned Avalon has taken the formerly dowdy model to the top of the class in terms of styling. Now, there is a rumor that a sports-tuned model is on the way.
Toyota Racing Launches Celebrity Dream Build Competition
Toyota’s racing division (TRD) is hosting a custom vehicle build-off to raise money for charity.
Toyota Auris Stars in Japanese ‘Spanking Orchestra’
Toyota’s new Auris campaign in Japan has already spawned a music video featuring a singer who identifies as transgender. The Auris is now also the center of an art display called “Spanking Orchestra.”
Toyota Debuts New Auris Ad Using Transgender Woman
Toyota’s ads for the 2013 Auris already made headlines for featuring a model who identifies as a transgender woman. Now, the automaker produced another ad for the Auris featuring a transgendered singer from a Japanese band.
Five-Point Inspection: 2012 Scion iQ
During this week’s Five-Point Inspection we put the Scion iQ micro-subcompact to the test, driving it in crowded city streets, long open highways and everything in between. An emotionally polarizing vehicle, the tiny city car can make you smile and frown – it entirely depends on what you’re looking for. With a starting MSRP of…
Toyota Announces Final 25 Winners of 100 Cars for Good
Toyota has announced the final 25 winners in the 100 Cars for Good program. The program gave away 100 free Toyota vehicles to charitable organizations to assist them in their selfless work.
Toyota Accuses Fired IT Contractor of Damaging Network
Toyota USA is accusing a fired contractor of sabotaging internal software and breaking into a secure system before downloading confidential information on parts, designs and prices.
Audi S3, A3 Sportback Headed to Paris Motor Show
North Americans’ choices with the 2014 Audi A3 will be limited to the sedan, but that doesn’t mean other parts of the world have to be left out of the fun.
New Supra Won’t be a Hybrid: Scion FR-S Engineer Says
According to an interview with the brains behind the the Scion FR-S, the rumored upcoming Supra will not be a hybrid despite a recent concept sports car from Toyota.
Lexus LFA Racing Heritage Detailed in Video
The Lexus LFA has competed in every 24 Hours Nürburgring since 2008. Gazoo Racing, the team that campaigns the supercar, is celebrating this racing heritage in a new video.
Lexus LFA Comes Face-to-Face with LF-LC
The Lexus LF-LC, has just been featured in a video with it’s older brother, the LFA. The meetup occurred at a Lexus test track.
Toyota Motorsports Builds Low-Cost FR-S Based-Racer
Toyota Motorsports has just debuted its new GT86-based race car, engineered for entry-level German track racing that they say can be adapted for international sales.
Toyota Japan Retirees Spending Golden Years Farming
In Japan’s Toyota City, retirees from the automaker that loans it’s name to the city are spending their golden years working on farms.
McLaren X-1 is an MP4-12C in Crazy Clothes
Created by McLaren Special Operations (MSO) for an unspecified client with indisputably unique taste, the X-1 debuted today at The Quail, an exclusive event at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.
F-150 Hybrid Planned as Joint Ford-Toyota Project
Toyota and Ford began a partnership last year to develop a hybrid system for trucks and SUVs, and according to a “high ranking Ford engineer” the goal is a Ford F-150 hybrid.
Toyota GT 86 Saves the Oppressed in New Commercial
Scion’s FR-S is known as the Toyota GT 86 in Europe, and in this animated commercial from the UK, an Orwellian world is portrayed where pixelated people do not get to feel alive, and the FR-S becomes their salvation.
Lexus Aims to Double Hybrid Line by 2015
With a fresh face and solid product line, Lexus is cleaning up pretty well, but that might not be enough in today’s market as North American product manager Mark Templin recently acknowledged.
Lexus Shows Off IS-F Pikes Peak Vehicle
Lexus has just posted a video of its IS-F CCS-R screaming up Pikes Peak during last weekend’s hill climb, placing second in its class.
Toyota Enlists Medal of Honor Recipient to Help Veterans
Toyota recognizes that veterans do not have an easy time transitioning to a civilian life. That is why the automaker has launched a partnership to help vets find employment.
Jaguar XJL Ultimate Taking North American Bow at Pebble Beach
Highlighting Jaguar Land Rover’s presence at this year’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Jaguar XJL Ultimate will make its North American debut.
US Honda to Oversee Civic Refresh, Next-Gen Model
Whether in response to criticism against the current Civic, or increased confidence in its operations here, Honda’s US division has been put in charge of development of the refreshed version of the car for next year, as well as the next-generation of the iconic small sedan.
Toyota Pikes Peak EV Racer Testing in Full Livery
Toyota’s Pike Peak Hill Climb car has already stirred up its fair share of interest. The electric racer is now testing in full livery in preperation for the race this Sunday.
