Archive | July, 2010
Video: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS reviewed by Fifth Gear

Video: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS reviewed by Fifth Gear

We’ve already seen Top Gear’s review of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS and we weren’t too sure why Richard Hammond decided to pin the Camaro SS against the E 63 AMG – we guess they just happened to have both on the set at the same time. Either way, the other automotive TV show on [...]

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Next-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata to lose weight, get SKY-G engines

Next-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata to lose weight, get SKY-G engines

Mazda is set to put its recently introduced Nagare design language to rest, but before it does it will use it on the next-generation Mazda MX-5, scheduled to debut in 2012. The Japanese automaker will introduce a new design language later this fall. Mazda engineers have been working hard to get the next MX-5 back [...]

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Heico Sportiv announces tuning details for Volvo S60, releases sketches

Heico Sportiv announces tuning details for Volvo S60, releases sketches

While Volvo slowly makes its transition to becoming a Chinese owned brand, German tuning brand Heico Sportiv, which focuses on tuning Volvos, has released the first sketches and details for their plans on a modified Volvo S60 sedan. Other than sportier looks, the Heico Sportiv Volvo S60 will get engine modifications that will increase output [...]

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Marchionne: Chrysler stock move coming in 2011, will watch GM’s IPO closely

Marchionne: Chrysler stock move coming in 2011, will watch GM’s IPO closely

Chrysler Group LLC CEO Sergio Marchionne said Saturday that the company will watch General Motors’ stock sale very closely but won’t move forward with its own initial public offering until sometime in 2011. “I want a full year of financial results,” Marchionne said. “It also depends on how quickly and successfully GM’s stock offering goes.” [...]

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BREAKING: 2011 Ford Explorer reinvented with looks and fuel-economy in mind

BREAKING: 2011 Ford Explorer reinvented with looks and fuel-economy in mind

After all the teasers and spy shots, FoMoCo has finally unveiled the 2011 Ford Explorer today. Completely redesigned, reinvented and reengineered for 2011, the Explorer raises the bar when it comes to expectations of an SUV in terms of fuel efficiency, safety, technology, capability and quality. “The new Explorer simply does everything well,” said Derrick [...]

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BREAKING: 2011 Audi A7 images leak online

BREAKING: 2011 Audi A7 images leak online

The 2011 Audi A7 is scheduled to debut on Monday – however, you can always count on the internet for leaked images prior to any car’s official debut these days. Four pictures of the new Audi A7 have hit the web giving us our first look at the new four-door-coupe, Mercedes-Benz CLS fighter. Right off [...]

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2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG unveiled

2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG unveiled

After all the leaked images, Mercedes-Benz has finally taken the covers off of the new 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL AMG lineup. New for 2011 is AMG’s 5.5L V8 Biturbo engine for the Mercedes-Benz CL 63 AMG. The engine is good for 536-hp at 5,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 590 lb-ft available between 2,000 – [...]

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BREAKING: Audi RS5 confirmed for U.S. debut in 2012

BREAKING: Audi RS5 confirmed for U.S. debut in 2012

Ever since the 2011 Audi RS5 hit the scene in Europe following its debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, we’ve been patiently crossing our fingers for the Ingolstadt automaker to offer it in the United States – well, our patience has paid off. Audi confirmed that it plans on bringing the Audi RS5 to [...]

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2011 Audi R8 5.2 quattro prices to start at $161,000

2011 Audi R8 5.2 quattro prices to start at $161,000

Audi has announce pricing on the 2011 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 quattro, which will hit U.S. showrooms as early as next month. Prices will start at $161,000 for the R8 Spyder 5.2 quattro manual and $170,000 for the R8 Spyder 5.2 quattro R tronic. Audi will also offer the Audi R8 Spyder 4.2 FSI quattro [...]

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2011 Ford Explorer to create 1,800+ jobs, will be exported to 90+ countries

2011 Ford Explorer to create 1,800+ jobs, will be exported to 90+ countries

FoMoCo says that the all-new 2011 Ford Explorer, which will be unveiled Monday, will bring more than 600 new supplier jobs in addition to 1,200 positions being added at the automaker. The 2011 Explorer will also be exported to more than 90 countries, helping Ford’s overall efforts to increase exports from North America. Click here [...]

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