Archive | March, 2011
Video: 2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs McLaren F1

Video: 2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs McLaren F1

We’ve always wondered how the new McLaren MP4-12C would look like if it went face-to-face with the McLaren F1 – well, the folks at AutoCar are here to help us figure that out. Check out their video after the jump. Click here for more news on the McLaren MP4-12C. Hit the jump for the video. [...]

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Prices of vehicles from Japan likely to go up

Prices of vehicles from Japan likely to go up

By now everyone knows about the catastrophic earthquake in Japan that has brought the country’s economy to a standstill. Japan’s automotive industry has been hit pretty hard and we’re going to start seeing some ripple effects here in the United States. According to reports, new car-shoppers could see prices of some popular hybrid and fuel-efficeint [...]

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Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid gets more advanced with 20% weight reduction

Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid gets more advanced with 20% weight reduction

Porsche has been one of the leaders in hybrid technology for motorsports, particularly with their 918 hybrid race car. Just recently, the Zuffenhausen manufacturer announced that they will be entering the Nurburgring 24-Hour race on June 25, 2011 with their most advanced hybrid race car yet: the Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid. This new race [...]

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The Buick Enclave can predict rollovers before they happen

The Buick Enclave can predict rollovers before they happen

Buick is fast becoming a label associated with style, elegance, quality, and now safety. The 2011 Buick Enclave, is the 2011 recipient of the NHTSA’s highest five-star overall vehicle safety score and was recently awarded a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Part of the reason is the comprehensive safety package [...]

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2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe is here to take on the BMW M3, CTS-V Coupe

2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe is here to take on the BMW M3, CTS-V Coupe

Following the debut of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz today is surprising us with the unveiling of the new C63 AMG Coupe. With a new dynamic design and a powerful drivetrain, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe will hit U.S. showrooms in September 2011 powered by a 6.3L [...]

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Report: Audi A2 successor in the works

Report: Audi A2 successor in the works

With demand strong for the newly launched Audi A1, and fuel-economy a pressing issue on the wallets of most consumers, the company stands in the deep stages of development on an Audi A2 successor, after axing the car back in 2005. “A new A2 is being discussed internally and a number of concepts are being [...]

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Chevrolet Volt owners share their fuel-economy stories

Chevrolet Volt owners share their fuel-economy stories

Imagine how great it would be to live in a world where you could set your own fuel-economy, and adjust that figure accordingly in response to gasoline price fluctuation and whatnot. That is essentially what is happening to Chevy Volt owners around the country. Given the fact that the Volt can run for a decent [...]

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Tata Chairman says U.S. Nano would cost around $7,000 to $8,000

Tata Chairman says U.S. Nano would cost around $7,000 to $8,000

Yes, by now most of us know that the cheapest car in the world is the Tata Nano, which made its debut in India in 2008 with a starting price tag of 100,000 rupees ($2,172 USD). But what if a car like the Nano comes to the United States? This isn’t the first time we’ve [...]

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Nissan to check vehicles built in Japan for radioactive material

Nissan to check vehicles built in Japan for radioactive material

Nissan announced today that it has started checking vehicles built in Japan for any traces of radioactive material. “Looking ahead, we will continue to implement all appropriate measures to reassure the public that all products from our company remain within globally accepted safety standards and until we are confident that any risk of contamination is [...]

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BMW 1-Series M Coupe to serve as MotoGP Safety Car

BMW 1-Series M Coupe to serve as MotoGP Safety Car

BMW has had a long time history working in conjunction with the MotoGP. And to ensure the safety of the track and the race itself, BMW will be providing a new official Safety Car as well as other fleet automobiles for use by the Dorna Sports management team and IRTA officials. Starting March 19th, the [...]

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