Archive | September, 2010
Official: 2011 Aston Martin One-77 to make 750-hp (w/ video)

Official: 2011 Aston Martin One-77 to make 750-hp (w/ video)

Aston Martin today confirmed that the 2011 Aston Martin One-77 will be powered by a 7.3L V12 engine making a certified 750-hp and a maximum torque of 553 lb-ft. Click here for more news on the Aston Martin One-77. “The One-77 is approaching a production reality and of course, there is considerable excitement in the [...]

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Video: 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster in Action

Video: 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster in Action

Earlier this morning, Porsche unveiled the new 2011 911 Speedster, which will make its debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show later this month. The automaker has now released a video showing the new speedster in action but it is only teasing us since there is still no word of any of the limited 356 [...]

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Volkswagen to drop Passat after 2010 model year, New Midsize Sedan to debut in Detroit

Volkswagen to drop Passat after 2010 model year, New Midsize Sedan to debut in Detroit

German automaker Volkswagen has confirmed that the Passat sedan will be dropped from the U.S. market after the 2010 model year. The model will be replaced by the unnamed New Midsize Sedan in January. The model will make its debut at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show and will go on sale in the spring as [...]

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GM working with ABB to study the reuse of Chevrolet Volt batteries

GM working with ABB to study the reuse of Chevrolet Volt batteries

Genearl Motors announced today that it is working with ABB Group to develop projects for re-using the batteries from the Chevrolet Volt. The two will be examining whether the batteries may be a source for renewable energy that could improve the effectiveness of wind and solar power generation. Click here for more news on the [...]

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2011 Paris Preview: 2011 Volvo S60 and V60 R-Design

2011 Paris Preview: 2011 Volvo S60 and V60 R-Design

We’ve already seen Heico Sportiv’s take on the new Volvo S60 sedan but at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, Volvo will unveil its stock R-Design package for the Volvo S60 as well as the V60. “Refining a chassis is a bit like being an athlete looking to break new records. Once you’re beaten one record, [...]

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2011 Ford F-150 EcoBoost makes 365-hp, 420 lb-ft of torque

2011 Ford F-150 EcoBoost makes 365-hp, 420 lb-ft of torque

When FoMoCo announced that the 2011 Ford F-150 will be getting a 3.5L V6 EcoBoost that offers gains of 20% fuel economy on the 5.4 L V8 from the old F150. At the time, Ford didn’t release any performance specs but today we get some exciting new details. The 2011 Ford F-150 EcoBoost will produce [...]

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BMW partners with Bang & Olufsen to develop sound systems for future vehicles

BMW partners with Bang & Olufsen to develop sound systems for future vehicles

Joining Aston Martin, Audi and Mercedes-Benz AMG, BMW is the latest automaker to team up with Bang & Olufsen to develop sound systems for their future range of vehicles. The first fruits of the partnership between the two companies can be seen in the new BMW Concept 6-Series Coupe, which will debut at the 2010 [...]

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Ford’s sales data shows U.S. buying taste by region

Ford’s sales data shows U.S. buying taste by region

So you walk into your local car dealership and choose a certain color in a new model you want to purchase. The dealership just happens to have that vehicle available and you’re one happy camper driving home in a brand-new vehicle. You probably think you lucked out that the dealership had your vehicle in the [...]

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2010 Paris Preview: Citroen Lacoste Concept

2010 Paris Preview: Citroen Lacoste Concept

Citroen is continuing its tradition of unveiling wild concepts at auto shows with the new Citroen Lacoste concept, which will make its world debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. “This new concept car is both resolutely Citroën and typically Lacoste,” Citroen said in a statement. “Positioned at the crossroads of the automotive world, where [...]

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2010 Paris Preview: 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster, only 356 will be made

2010 Paris Preview: 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster, only 356 will be made

After all the rumors and spy shots, Porsche has finally unveiled the new 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster. Besides being created to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the firm’s in-house individualization operation, Porsche Exclusive, the 911 Speedster pays homage to the 356 Speedster. Styling wise the two-seater is significantly different from the other members of the 911 [...]

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