Archive | March, 2010
Video: Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible in Action (w/ updated high-res gallery)

Video: Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible in Action (w/ updated high-res gallery)

Do we really have to introduce this one to you, because by now you’re probably already watching the video. Either way, if we must, here is a video of the new Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible in Action… enjoy. Click through for the video. Refresher: Power for the Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible comes from a 6.0L [...]

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Report: No M version of the 1-Series… but you can expect a 135is

Report: No M version of the 1-Series… but you can expect a 135is

Within the past two months, you’ve read headlines like these: Report: BMW”s M division working on 350-hp M1 M version of BMW 1-Series hasn”t received the green light”¦ yet More details on the M version 1-Series, and a new “˜teaser” All those probably have those that love mini high-performance coupes shaking in their boots – [...]

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Video: Hennessey gives Lincoln MKS EcoBoost 435-hp, calls it MaxBoost 435

Video: Hennessey gives Lincoln MKS EcoBoost 435-hp, calls it MaxBoost 435

We recently test-drove the 2010 Lincoln MKS EcoBoost and realized that high-performance can be totally economical in terms of fuel-efficiency. Well, what happens when you throw fuel-efficiency out the window and just focus on high-performance? The folks at Hennessey Performance have gotten their hands on the new Lincoln MKS EcoBoost and strapped on a couple [...]

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Video: Koenigsegg Agera promotional video with CGI action

Video: Koenigsegg Agera promotional video with CGI action

Celebrating 15 years of producing supercars, Koenigsegg came to the 2010 Geneva Motors how with its latest creation known as the Agera. The Swedish company has released a promotional video of the Koenigsegg Agera, giving us a quick brief of what its all about. Check out our original post on the Koenigsegg Agera here. Click [...]

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Land Rover working on replacement for Defender for 2014

Land Rover working on replacement for Defender for 2014

Land Rover is pretty busy turning out its new model – the LRX, due out sometime early next year. According to insiders, the Tata Motors owner company has also started work on its replacement to the 62-year-old iconic Defender. Known internally as Project Icon, Tata Motors has signed off funding for a complete redesign and [...]

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GM commits $2.57 billion for Opel/Vauxhall restructuring

GM commits $2.57 billion for Opel/Vauxhall restructuring

General Motors announced yesterday that it will invest 1.9 billion euros ($2.57 billion USD) towards the restructuring of Opel/Vauxhall, more than tripling its previous pledge of 600 million euros. “GM”s €1.9 billion commitment is the right course of action for Opel/Vauxhall and should clearly signal our determination to fix our business,” said Nick Reilly. “Our [...]

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2010 Geneva: Aston Martin Cygnet, rich people want to go compact too

2010 Geneva: Aston Martin Cygnet, rich people want to go compact too

The Aston Martin Cygnet made its world debut today at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. According to Aston Martin, the Cygnet is “a bold step towards a new form of transportation; the luxury commuter car, a form of personal transportation that sees the company’s core values engage with a new environment.” “Many of our customers [...]

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FoMoCo tops GM and Toyota in February

FoMoCo tops GM and Toyota in February

Plagued with recalls, Toyota Motor Corp reported a 9% drop in U.S. sales for February. But contrary to popular expectation, the other automakers didn”t gain as much market-share as expected. FoMoCo, which posted a strong month to launch ahead of GM and Toyota to take the top spot in the U.S. market, doesn”t attribute much [...]

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GM recalls 1.3 million Chevys and Pontiacs

GM recalls 1.3 million Chevys and Pontiacs

Certain GM owners will be joining Toyota owners on the recall lines as 1.3 million Chevrolet and Pontiac vehicles have been targeted for recall due to a power steering failure issue that is tied to 14 crashes and 1 injury in the United States. Those vehicles to be recalled include the 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2007-2010 [...]

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2010 Geneva: Alfa Romeo Pandion Concept revealed in Geneva

2010 Geneva: Alfa Romeo Pandion Concept revealed in Geneva

Alongside the Pininfarina Alfa Romeo 2uettottanta Concept, Bertone displayed its new Alfa Romeo Pandion Concept, “an aggressive yet beautiful coupé designed as a tribute to Alfa Romeos’ one hundred year anniversary.” The Alfa Romeo Pandion is the first car designed by Mike Robinson in his new role as Design and Brand Director at Bertone – [...]

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