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Lexus LS F Sport Confirmed
Lexus is aiming to add some driving enjoyment and stylish flare to its flagship LS sedan, unveiling an F-Sport version later this month.
Mazda 2 EV Available for Lease in Japan Later this Year
In October, Mazda will offer 100 Demio EVs for lease in western Japan, hoping to learn more about developing electric cars and the needs of EV owners through what is essentially a focus group test.
2014 Mazda6 Wagon Caught Testing in First Spy Photos
Mazda’s new contender in the mid-size segment has been kept well-hidden by the Japanese automaker, until now, with our photographers grabbing the first spy photos of the lighter, more efficient and completely restyled 2014 Mazda6.
2013 Mazda3 Gets 40-MPG Skyactiv Engine on More Trim Levels
In the past Mazda has hinted that it may drop the current base engine in the Mazda3 and instead offer the Skyactiv powertrain as standard. According to Mazda USA PR rep Beverly Braga that won’t happen for 2013, but the Japanese automaker has made the decision to offer the Skyactive 2.0-liter as the core powertrain…
Toyota Supra Successor Rumored on BMW 6 Series Chassis
It didn’t take long for rumors surrounding the future BMW–Toyota sports car to start flying.
Hot Shoe Hottie Shea Holbrook Takes Us for a Ride in Her Honda Civic Race Car – Video
More than just a pretty face, Shea Holbrook is an accomplished race car driver… at the age of just 22.
Honda Fit EV Available for Lease Starting July 20
The latest in Honda’s lineup of alternative fuel vehicles will be available on a three-year lease term starting July 20 for $389 per month.
Lexus LFA AD-A Edition Nurburgring Spy Photos Reveal New Baby-Blue Model
Lexus appears to be prepping yet another special edition version of its LFA supercar with new spy photos showing the a baby-blue model testing on the Nurburgring.
Toyota Yaris to be Imported from France for US Market
Starting in May 2013, The Toyota Yaris will be imported to North American markets from a factory in France.
2013 Honda Accord Details Leaked by Eager Dealership
New information on the 2013 Honda Accord is available thanks to one dealership with a “loose lips” marketing strategy that probably has the brand’s higher-ups on edge.
Infiniti Emerg-e to Challenge Goodwood Hillclimb
Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, Infiniti’s high-tech Emerg-e sports car certainly looked fast, and the claimed performance numbers are impressive, but does it live up the hype in the real world?
Sebastian Vettel Tests Grand Prix of America Course
Driving an Infiniti IPL G Coupe, F1 star Sebastian Vettel set tires smoking and caught some serious speed racing around the New Jersey roads that will mark the Grand Prix of America course in 2013.
Onboard Video of Toyota’s TS030 Hybrid Race Car
Finishing fourth and fifth in practice ahead of qualifying for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Toyota’s TS030 Hybrid race cars are set to mark the brand’s return to what might just be the word’s most famous race.
Lexus GS300h Rumored as New Addition to GS Lineup
Lexus has confirmed it will introduce a more entry-level GS hybrid model, though exactly what engine has yet to officially be announced.
Infiniti G25 Discontinued, EX and FX Models Get 3.7-Liter
Infiniti has released information on its 2013 model lineup, and notably missing from its list of vehicles is the G25 sedan, which debuted less than two years ago.
Toyota ‘Road to Le Mans’ to Air June 15 on SPEED – Video
With its main rival at the upcoming 24 Hours of Le Mans being none other than Audi, Toyota is taking a page from the German automaker’s playbook by documenting its preparation for the endurance classic.
Honda Fit EV Gets Record 118 MPGe
The Honda Fit EV has just received its official EPA fuel economy ratings, with the emissions-free car able to boast 118 MPGe, the highest of any production car.
Toyota Prius Plug-In Powers Home Four Times Longer than Nissan Leaf
Taking a step toward expanding what an electric vehicle can do, Toyota is experimenting with using a Prius as a home power generator.
Lexus LS450h in the Works?
Lexus could be planning a hybrid version of its flagship LS sedan that takes a very different approach from the current model, perhaps wearing the LS450h badge.
Honda Civic Type R Caught Testing Near the Nurburgring – Spy Photos
While just speculation at this point, it would seem that Honda is prepping a Civic Type-R for the European marketplace.
Nissan to Power One-Quarter of All 24 Hours of Le Mans Cars
A glowing performance for the performance credentials of Nissan, the Japanese automaker’s engines will power one-quarter of all entries in the 2012 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Toyota Prius Ranked World’s Third Best Selling Car so Far This Year
When it was first introduced 15 years ago, even many at Toyota had little faith in the pug nosed Prius. But now the automaker can unequivocally state that it’s no longer a niche product, with sales numbers for the first quarter of 2012 ranking the gasoline-electric hybrid as the world’s third best selling car.
Subaru Tribeca Reportedly Axed
One of the least-loved Subarus is about to find out what happens when you lose a popularity contest in the auto industry.
Mazda Teams With Fiat: New Miata to Spawn Alfa Romeo Roadster
The two latest automakers to climb into bed together are Mazda and Fiat and their love child promises to be one impressive performance machine.
