Archive | March, 2011
Video: Jaguar XKR-S is a new level of performance

Video: Jaguar XKR-S is a new level of performance

Jaguar has just released a new promotional video for the new 2012 Jaguar XKR-S, which recently made its debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. It’s a great day to get you enthused to go about your work day. Check out our original post on the Jaguar XKR-S here. Hit the jump for the video. [...]

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Lamborghini Aventador production run could total 4,000 units

Yes, the first annual production batch of Lamborghini Aventador units have been sold out – but how man Aventadors does Lamborghini actually plan on producing? Well, reports suggest that the new Lambo flagship will have a similar production run as its predecessor, the Murcielago. Click here for more news on the Lamborghini Aventador. Sources from [...]

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Life-size Play-Doh version of the Chevrolet Orlando

Life-size Play-Doh version of the Chevrolet Orlando

In a PR move designed to appeal the inner-child, Chevrolet has created a life-size Play-Doh version of its Orlando in London, and parked it curbside. Play-Doh was the vehicle of choice (pun intended) to construct the model, as research showed it to be the most beloved toy of yesteryear. In another story, a US artists [...]

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Honda Accord faces same spider recall as Mazda6

Honda Accord faces same spider recall as Mazda6

A recent recall of certain Mazda6 vehicles was caused by Yellow Sac spiders found nesting in a gasoline tank vent tube, causing air pressure issues which were leading to cracks that created the potential to cause fires. Apparently, the same spiders were found in the same area on 2008 and 2009 model year Honda Accords, [...]

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Report: GM could pay dividends by mid-2012

Report: GM could pay dividends by mid-2012

GM could pay a dividend as soon as 2012, according to one analyst from Barclays Capital. The possible dividends could come after the company contributes at least $5.5 billion in cash to its US pension fund in each of the next two years. Dividend payouts in 2012 would require exceptional performance on the pension assets [...]

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2012 BMW 1-Series M Coupe configurator now online

2012 BMW 1-Series M Coupe configurator now online

We’ve waited a very long time for this moment – BMWUSA.com has just launched the 2012 BMW 1-Seires M Coupe configurator. According to my dream version of the 1-Series M Coupe it would cost me a total of $54,285 to put one in my driveway. Click here to check out the BMW 1-Series M Coupe [...]

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Report: Volkswagen to build new Microbus based on Bulli Concept

Report: Volkswagen to build new Microbus based on Bulli Concept

The Volkswagen Bulli Concept, which debuted at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, is reported to be heading to production. At the debut of the Bulli Concept at the Geneva show, research and development Ulrich Hackenberg confirmed that the compact six-seat MPV is based on “the MDS [modular design system] platform.” Click here for our original post [...]

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Video: Ferrari describes FF’s 4RM four-wheel-drive system

Video: Ferrari describes FF’s 4RM four-wheel-drive system

Ferrari has unveiled a video detailing its new 4RM four-wheel-drive system found in the new Ferrari FF. The advanced system delivers torque to the rear wheels – however, the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) ensures that as much as is required is also transferred to the front wheels when necessary on low grip surfaces. During that [...]

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GAC Zotye, first all-electric SUV, closer to hitting U.S. roads

GAC Zotye, first all-electric SUV, closer to hitting U.S. roads

Texas-based Green Automotive Company Corporation has announced today that Roush Industries has been chosen to provide structural and vehicle engineering support as the company begins the process of testing and confirming that its All-Electric SUV meets or exceeds all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. “Engineers from Roush have recently finished four days of initial inspections [...]

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GM planning on adding second shift at Volt plant early 2012

GM planning on adding second shift at Volt plant early 2012

According to a report by the Detroit Free Press, General Motors will add a second shift at its Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant next year to increase production of the Chevrolet Volt. The second shift would add about 900 to 1,000 jobs at the plant, said Teri Quigley, plant manager for the Detroit-Hamtramck factory. As a part [...]

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