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Scion FR-S TSB Issued for Abnormal Engine Chirp
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First generation cars tend to have some teething issues, and Scion‘s latest baby, the FR-S is not without it’s quirks. Owners of the FR-S can breathe a little easier thanks to a new technical service bulletin (TSB) that resolves an annoying noise emitted by the car.
TGIF[R-S]: Ten Things I Hate About the FR-S
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. If you haven’t seen the latest articles, be sure to check out the whole archive of them. By now you’ve probably heard of every single great thing about the FR-S, like how it has impeccable balance,…
TGI[BRZ]: What if?
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. If you haven’t seen the latest articles, be sure to check out the whole archive of them. What if I was all wrong? I ask myself this very question every time someone asks me why I…
Toyota Adopts New Tagline, “Let’s Go Places”
Toyota is trying to re-invent itself by bringing exciting cars to market, and to signify this change in strategy the Japanese brand has announced the new tagline, “Let’s Go Places.”
TGIF[R-S]:FR-S Stars in Scion Tuner Challenge
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. If you haven’t seen the latest articles, be sure to check out the whole archive of them.
IIHS Top Safety Picks Adds Four, Includes Scion FR-S
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) has announced four new inductees to the Top Safety pick list: the Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S, Ford Escape and Acura ILX.
TGIF[R-S]: Service the Scion Way
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. If you haven’t seen the latest articles, be sure to check out the whole archive of them.
Subaru BRZ Convertible Coming in 2014
While a Scion FR-S convertible was ruled out for the American market due to cost, Automotive News is now reporting that a drop-top Subaru BRZ will be available in 2014.
Toyota GT86 Suspension Updates Under Development Says Chief Engineer
The benchmark for the handling of the Scion FR-S has always been the Porsche Cayman. While some have gone so far as to say the Scion is superior, the men behind it are not yet satisfied.
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.
TGIF[R-S]: Does it Drift?
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. So far he’s explained his reasoning behind buying the FR-S, the delivery experience, the day-to-day driving feelof the coupe, the car’s track potential and break-in procedure and discusses any teething issues that popped up during its first month. Thanks…
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.
Five-Point Inspection: 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track
This week, AutoGuide’s Five-Point Inspection takes a look at the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track. Using direct injection for the first time, the 3.8-liter V6 manages to squeeze out 348 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
Stillen Scion FR-S Body Kit Contest Opens for Voting
Stillen has kicked off the voting process for its Scion FR-S Body Kit design contest, selecting its top five entries and asking its Facebook fans to vote on the ultimate winner.
TGIF[R-S]: One Month In
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly series: TGIF[R-S], where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details the ownership experience of the Scion FR-S. So far he’s explained his reasoning to buy the FR-S, the delivery experience, the day-to-day driving feel of the coupe, and the car’s track potential and break-in procedure.
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.
TGIF[R-S]: Unleashed
Welcome to the latest installment of TGIF[R-S], our series where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details his purchasing and ownership experience of the new Scion FR-S. If this is your first time seeing the series be sure to check out the first articles, where Sami talks about his decision to buy the FR-S, and takes delivery of his new car. Last week Sami…
TGIF[R-S]: The Honeymoon, and Living with the FR-S
Welcome to the third instalment of TGIF[R-S], our series where Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad details his purchasing and ownership experience of the new Scion FR-S. If this is your first time seeing the series be sure to check out the first article, where Sami talks about his decision to buy the FR-S, and the…
Toyota says no FR-S Convertible for U.S. Market
According to a report in Automotive News, while the rest of the world will be able to purchase the upcoming Scion FR-S convertible, shoppers in the North American market are being shut-out.
Toyota Developing GT86 For Return to Britcar Endurance Race
Toyota is returning to the Britcar 24 Hours in September, running the endurance race in paint livery reminiscent of the AE86 Corolla that twice won the British Touring Car Championship in the 1980s.
TGIF[R-S]: No Longer the FR-S, but my FR-S
Welcome to the second installment of TGIF[R-S]. If you missed the first in our new series documenting life with the most hyped sports car of our times, get up to date here. Then continue on with AutoGuide Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad as he takes deliver of his very own Scion FR-S.
TGIF[R-S]: Why I bought the Scion FR-S
Welcome to the first installment of a new Friday feature on AutoGuide: TGI FR-S. Focused on Scion’s new sports car, it’s not a review, or a behind the scene’s look at how the rear-drive Toyota came to be; rather it’s one auto journalist’s first-hand account of buying an FR-S, from the decision, to delivery, to…
Stillen Wants You to Design Its Scion FR-S Body Kit
One of the most well-known tuners in America is offering amateur designers the chance to design its body kit for the popular Scion FR-S model.
Nissan Compact Sports Car in the Works, Will Compete with Scion FR-S
Given how successful the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ’s sales have been, it’s no surprise that other Japanese automakers are turning their attention towards building their own compact sports car.
