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Ford Adding Two Hopped-Up Fusions to its SEMA Showcase
The other day Ford teased a passel of performance-tuned products it will be revealing at the upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas. There are hopped up Focus STs, special versions of the Fiesta and of course some major Mustang muscle. But the company hasn’t forgotten about its sultry new midsize sedan, the Fusion.
Kia GT Four-Door Coupe Rumored to Launch in 2016
Slowly but surely Kia is transforming itself from a provider of inexpensive transportation appliances to a purveyor of premium automobiles. Further pushing the brand up-market, reports indicate the South Korean firm will build a production version of its dramatic GT concept.
Five-Point Inspection: 2014 Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive
The Panamera has undergone a lot of changes for 2014; enough for Porsche to claim this is the second generation of the four-door model. The big news this year is that for the first time ever, the Panamera will be available in two body styles: regular and long-wheelbase “Executive.”
Most Watched Videos of the Week: September 28 – October 5, 2013
AutoGuide‘s compact crossover video comparison garnered plenty of attention this week, as we pitted eight of the market’s most popular crossovers against one another. Which one came out on top? Watch the video below, along with our other most popular videos of the week.
Turbo Engine Market Share to Rise 67 Percent by 2018
Almost a third of new vehicles on dealer lots will be turbocharged by 2018 according to a major supplier of automotive turbochargers.
2013-2014 Compact Crossover Shootout
Compact crossovers are quickly becoming America’s one-size-fits-all automotive solution.
‘Yellowcake’ Night Racer Ready for SEMA, Time Attack
Heavily modified and made-over, the “Yellowcake” Night Racer concept will debut during this year’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
2014 MINI Cooper to Feature Turbocharged 3-Cylinder
MINI released information about its next generation of new engines today, confirming not only turbocharged 4-cylinder models but also a new turbo 3-cyliner.
Ford Builds Two-Millionth EcoBoost Engine
Ford is marking production of the two-millionth EcoBoost engine, which rolled off the line in an Escape crossover in Louisville, Ky. last week.
Volkswagen to Leave Naturally Aspirated Engines Behind
Volkswagen will slowly abandon its naturally aspirated engines as it releases new products.
2015 Volkswagen Golf R Revealed: Live Photos from the Frankfurt Motor Show
Raise your hand if you like functional small cars with grossly overpowered engines. Now that all of your primary upper-body appendages are above your heads, use your non-dominant hand to follow the jump and learn about Volkswagen’s latest fun-machine, the 2015 Golf R.
Ask AutoGuide No. 22 – Nissan Juke vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs. MINI Countryman
Crossovers are taking over the market. Buyers can get big ones, small ones, long ones and tall ones. They can opt for models with three rows of seats, all-wheel drive or in rare instances even manual transmissions. Like it or not these versatile vehicles are rapidly becoming the de-facto choice of drivers in America.
Nissan Juke-R Video, First Look
Insanity, it’s not just putting your alarm clock in the freezer or wearing mayonnaise instead of cargo shorts, it covers all kinds of things, even cars. There are plenty of ridiculous vehicles in the market today but one of the most ludicrous is the Nissan Juke-R.
BMW Concept M4 Coupe Shows Off at Pebble Beach
Can’t get enough of the BMW Concept M4 Coupe? You’re not alone.
BMW Concept M4 Coupe Video, First Look
BMW’s 3 Series Coupe is fading away. It’s soon to be replaced by the all-new 2014 4 Series, a car that’s powered by either a four- or six-cylinder turbo. But what about drivers that want even more performance than what’s provided by these base engines? There’s no need to call Scooby Doo and company because…
2014 BMW 428i Video, First Look
Like an empty toothpaste tube BMW is throwing away one of its most respected vehicles. The sporty and sophisticated 3 Series Coupe is not long for this world. But do not despair my fellow automotive enthusiasts, they’re replacing it with something very compelling… the all-new 2014 4 Series.
Fiat 500 Cativa and GQ Video, First Look
Few vehicles have the majesty to rival an Italian supercar. Magnificent machines graced with prancing ponies or raging bulls are some of the most sought-after automobiles in the world. But you don’t necessarily have to be a “one-percenter” to drive something with the same passion. Fiat is bringing some of that excitement to the rest…
GM Debuts New Three-Cylinder Turbo Engine
General Motors unveiled its 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine bound initially for the Opal Adam city car ahead of its Frankfurt Motor Show debut.
Ask AutoGuide No. 20 – BMW 335i xDrive vs. Audi S5
Crossovers and family sedans make up a huge part of the automotive market. These sensible, everyday vehicles are safe, spacious and efficient; in short they’re perfect for families, be them planned or… not. But for all their merits these cars are about as much fun as counting grains of sugar in a five-pound bag.
Cadillac Releases New Details About Twin-Turbo V6
Cadillac released new information about the 3.6-liter twin-turbo V6 to be found in its new CTS and XTS Vsport sedans.
2014 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet Spied Uncovered
Sharing almost all of its specifications with the 911 Turbo coupe, Porsche’s open-air turbocharged sports car was spied testing today on the Nurburgring.
2015 Mazdaspeed3 Rumored to Drop Turbo
A Mazda engineer may have spilled the beans about the brand’s replacement for its current Mazdaspeed3 hot hatch.
Ask AutoGuide No. 15 – Nissan Pathfinder vs. Ford Flex vs. Mercedes E350 Wagon
Like Mariah Carey’s ancestry, modern crossover vehicles have unusual roots. The award-winning American singer’s family tree is more varied than the flora of a rainforest understory. Her unique blend of nationalities includes African, Venezuelan and Irish. That’s more ingredients than Belorussian variety sausage. Who’s hungry for some lean, finely textured opossum?
Ask AutoGuide No. 13 – BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLK250 vs. Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Crossovers are all about fuel efficiency and family functionality. They blend attributes of cars with traits of traditional SUVs to create vehicles that are neither fish nor fowl; they’re the undecided voter of the automotive world, essentially the state of Ohio. Is it going red? Will it be blue? One thing’s certain; it’ll never go…
