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David Cardoso wants Renault to do the Twist with New Design Concept

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 05:26 PM PDT

David Cardoso, whose work includes the water-bound Audi Hydron concept and Cobalt coupe, has created a new car concept to take on Mitsubishi's i-Miev. Envisioned as a Renault, the Twist would be a small electric city vehicle to slot between the baby Twingo and larger Modus MPV. From the looks of it, the Twist's design is awkward enough to be...


Hyundai Equus Receives the VIP Treatment and 450HP Turbo V8 by Mummbles Marketing

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 04:29 PM PDT

And yes, we have a third tuned Hyundai Equus ready to take the ride to next week's SEMA show in Las Vegas (see the other two proposals here and here). This time the culprit responsible for the tune is Mummbles Marketing, which has created the 450-horsepower-strong, VIP themed "Elegant Equus". To bling it up and capture the VIP look, the tuning...


Nissan Recalls 2.1 Million Vehicles Worldwide Over Ignition Problem

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 03:59 PM PDT

A defect in the ignition system that can cause an engine to stall while running has prompted a massive recall of some 2.1 million Nissan and Infiniti cars and trucks worldwide. In the U.S. and Canada, the recall involves the 2004-2006MY Nissan Armada and Titan, 2005-2006MY Infiniti QX56, as well as the 2003-2006MY Nissan Frontier, Pathfinder and...


Porsche Announces U.S. Pricing and Availability for Cayenne S Hybrid

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 03:05 PM PDT

The Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid will go on sale in the U.S. this November, with prices starting from $67,700, excluding destination charges. Rated by the EPA at 21 mpg in the city (11.2 lt/100 km) and 25 mpg on the highway (9.4 lt/100 km), the Cayenne S Hybrid will not be subject to a gas-guzzler tax, as is the case with all other 2011 Cayenne...


Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Previewed to the Press, but Public Opening Delayed [Photos and Videos]

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 02:29 PM PDT

The first ever theme park dedicated to Ferrari and the largest of its kind, opened its doors to the international press on Wednesday. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi's much-anticipated public opening was also scheduled for the same day, however it was postponed due to the death of 92-year-old Sheik Saqr bin Mohammed Al-Qasimi, the ruler of emirate Ras Al...


A Painted History of Skoda

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 01:44 PM PDT

Just today, we learned that Skoda delivered a record number of vehicles in the first nine months of 2010, increasing its operating profit by a whopping 64%. This is what most people know about the Czech automaker; that it has been a wild success since Volkswagen took over the reins of the company. But there are others -myself included- who think...


GM Confirms Entry-Level Cadillac to target BMW 3-Series, will be built at Lansing

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 12:35 PM PDT

We've known for a while that Cadillac plans to expand its line-up with new models including a smaller than the CTS entry-level sedan, and by doing so, target the likes of the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes C-Class. Today, General Motors announced the new small Cadillac will be built at the Lansing Grand River assembly plant. The company said it plans...


SEMA: HPP Comes up with its own Trans-Am Camaro kit

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 10:31 AM PDT

The last time we heard from Heide Performance Products (HPP), the Michigan-based tuner showcased a Daytona conversion for Dodge's Challenger. Keeping with the vintage theme, HPP is now ready to show its next pony car conversion - a Camaro-based Trans-Am kit - at this year's SEMA show in Vegas. As with all the other Firebird body kits out there...


Lamborghini Opens its First Dealerships in Mexico

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 09:47 AM PDT

Being that the Mexican economy is on the rise for a select few [...], Lamborghini has opened not one, but two dealerships in the country. The first to open on October 26 was the "Lamborghini Mexico City" dealership, located on one of the city's most important avenues on Insurgentes Sur. It was followed by "Lamborghini Monterrey" on 27 October,...


Dodge Continues Product Onslaught with 2011 Grand Caravan, will be Available in R/T form

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 09:17 AM PDT

After tossing out the facelifted 2011 Avenger earlier today, Dodge has now unveiled the revised 2011 Grand Caravan. If you have been following the news on the Chrysler Group's 2011MY products, you won't be surprised to know that the changes on the Grand Caravan can be summed up in the following points: Pentastar V6; overhauled interior; re-tuned...


Citroën adds "BLACKCHERRY" Edition and New EU5 HDi Engine to C3 Picasso's UK Range

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 08:31 AM PDT

For the new model year, Citroën has updated the range of its UK market C3 Picasso with the addition of a limited edition version called the "BLACKCHERRY " and the introduction of a new Euro 5 HDi 110 diesel engine matched to a 6-speed transmission. The new C3 Picasso BLACKCHERRY is based on the VTR+ model with power coming from a 90HP 1.6-liter...


2011 Dodge Avenger Officially Revealed, gets New Interior and 283HP V6

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 08:03 AM PDT

Another day, another new or in this case, refreshed Chrysler Group product. Enter the 2011 Dodge Avenger that has been overhauled with a completely new interior, better powertrain options, a revised suspension and a barely noticeable exterior facelift. Unlike its Chrysler 200 brethren, the 2011 Avenger receives only a few minor exterior tweaks...


Fiat Debuts Uno Cabrio and Mio Concepts along with New Uno Sporting at Sao Paulo [Live Photos]

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 07:05 AM PDT

In addition to being one of Fiat's most important markets, the Italian automaker is also getting ready to celebrate its 35 years in Brazil next year, so it comes to no surprise that the company is exhibiting a total of 30 vehicles at this week's Sao Paulo Auto Show. The Uno Cabrio and Mio [or FCC 111] concept models and the new Uno Sporting and...


Hyundai Attaches Price Tag to New ix20 MPV in the UK

Posted: 28 Oct 2010 05:27 AM PDT

Hyundai's all-new ix20 will carry a starting price of £11,595 when it goes on sale in the UK on November 18. The South Korean firm's small MPV, which made its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show earlier this month, will be available with three drivetrain options and three trim levels (Classic, Active and Style. The engine range includes two...


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