Archive | December, 2011

GM to offer turbocharged engine in 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

General Motors has confirmed that it will be offering a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu when it goes on sale next year. The Chevrolet Malibu Eco will be the first variant to go on sale early next summer. The Malibu Eco carries 2.4 liter Ecotec direct-injection 4-cylinder mated to GM’s eAssist battery [...]

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2010 Dodge Viper SRT10

Report: Chrysler to reopen Conner plant for Viper production, won’t be badged as a Dodge

Chrysler Group LLC announced today that it will reopen its Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit for the production of the next-generation SRT Viper. That’s right guys, the next Viper will not be badged as a Dodge but as an SRT brand vehicle. “The next generation Viper will make its return to the product lineup [...]

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BAC Mono

Official: BAC Mono coming to the U.S. via Sector111

Responsible for importing aftermarket performance parts for vehicles like the Lotus Elise, Exige, and Ariel Atom, LLC has been given the job of bringing the BAC Mono to the U.S. If the car wasn’t a big enough deal on its own, it gained even more attention after being named the number one car of 2011 [...]

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2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series Coupe

Video: We can’t get enough of the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series

Oh Mercedes-benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series – how we adore your looks and the sound of your 6.3 V8 engine. Thankfully, Mercedes-Benz has just dropped a new video showing its new hardcore coupe going around the track. Click here for our original post on the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series. Check out the [...]

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2013 Dodge Dart Interior Teaser

2013 Dodge Dart interior teased, Mopar will offer hundreds of customizable option

Dodge last night continued its teasing for the new 2013 Dart compact that will make its full public debut at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show next month. “Dodge designers focused on creating a modern blend of precision craftsmanship, state-of-the-art technology, exciting bursts of color and hand-sculpted shapes when designing the Dart’s interior, which is made [...]

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2013 Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster

2013 Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster leaked via brochure scans

Mercedes-Benz has made it known that the upcoming generation of the SL roadster is nearing completion. The luxury automaker has even begun to release details and specs on the model, along with camouflage photos. Some new photographs have recently turned up, this time without the disguise, leaked from what could very possibly be the actual [...]

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2013 Nissan Pivo 3

Report: Nissan debating on what its 4th EV model should be

Following the launch of the all-electric Nissan Leaf, the automaker declared that it is planning to launch three additional EV’s to join it. In addition to the Leaf, Nissan has decided to release an electric model for commercial use as a van or taxi, and a luxury sedan for Infiniti, leaving one spot left open for debate. [...]

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2005 Acura RL A-Spec

Report: Acura RL replacement coming to New York in April, TSX or TL may get the ax

Acura fans – be patient – a replacement for the aging RL sedan is on its way. According to a report by CARandDRIVER a replacement for the Acura RL will debut at the 2012 New York Auto Show in April. Next month at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show, Acura will show a concept version of [...]

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2012 Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler, Liberty plant to run through Christmas break

With Jeep Wrangler and Liberty sales flying high, Chrysler Group LLC has decided to keep its Toledo Assembly plant running over the Christmas holidays. Of course, workers will volunteer to forgo the break between Christmas and New Year’s and will be compensated accordingly. “Because Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Liberty demand around the world is very [...]

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Ford F-150 awarded Motor Trend’s 2012 Truck of the Year

Ford F-150 awarded Motor Trend’s 2012 Truck of the Year

The 2012 Ford F-150 has been named Motor Trend’s 2012 Truck of the Year. While the new F-150 wasn’t significantly redesigned for the 2012 model year, Ford did revamp its engine lineup with the V6 EcoBoost powertrain. Click here for more news on the Ford F-150. “The EcoBoost is the obvious orange in the apple [...]

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