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A Chrysler Sebring-Based Bentley Replica that could Actually Pass for its Inspiration

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 07:29 PM PST

Here's a scary admission for you: I actually don't mind the first generation Chrysler Sebring. It was sort of "Mustang-lite" in the styling department and is still a lot better looking than the latest incarnation of America's middle-age spread, the almost universally despised third generation Sebring. And, as you no doubt know by now, here at...


Has the Detroit Motor Show Lost its Mojo?

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 05:54 PM PST

With the U.S auto market catching momentum in 2010, most of us had high expectations for this year's edition of the North American International Auto Show. And while Porsche's comeback to the show after a four-year hiatus was a welcome addition, the absence of key players such as Nissan, Infiniti and Mazda continues to worry. But even the...


The Ladies of the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 03:58 PM PST

To be honest, we were expecting the 2011 Detroit Auto Show to be a much more glamorous event. Unfortunately, the press days offered little in terms of surprises, with manufacturers mostly flying under the radar or playing the tedious EV/hybrid card. Thank God for the ever smiling, curvaceous booth ladies, who ended up saving the day. Get a taste...


VIDEO: Dacia Duster Commercial Redefines “Insulting” [NSFW]

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 03:35 PM PST

This here commercial for Dacia's low-cost Duster SUV is the work of Dutch advertising company Artcore. We should warn you that the ad is a 1 minute and 46 second parade of almost continuous swearing. While we can appreciate some over-the-top creations, we just can't see this ever airing, at least not during daytime hours. But even if the...


Lexus Launches CT 200h in Japan to Boost Domestic Sales

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 03:09 PM PST

Lexus has added the new CT 200h dedicated hybrid model to its Japanese line-up in an attempt to boost flagging sales in its home market. The company's first entry in the premium-compact segment is also its cheapest offering with prices in Japan ranging from 3.55 million yen to 4.33 million yen (about US$42,600 to US$52,000). Originally...


Lancia to Unveil Chrysler 200-based Model at Geneva Show, may name it Flavia

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 01:56 PM PST

*The above image is a Carscoop illustration It appears that all those the rumors regarding future Lancia models are true as the Italian automaker is gearing up for this year's Geneva Auto Show with several new additions to its line-up. At the Detroit Motor Show, Fiat Group execs revealed that along with the Chrysler 300-based Thema flagship,...


Carscoop Reader Spots New Kia Cadenza Filling up in California

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 01:23 PM PST

It's been a little over a year since Kia lifted the wraps off its stylish replacement for the Amanti, called the K7 in South Korea and Cadenza in other countries, but we're still waiting for the firm's flagship sedan to show up in the USA. However if these (fuzzy) photos are anything to go by, Kia may be getting ready to launch the Cadenza onto...


Anything but Ordinary: Jeremy Westerlund’s Rolls-Royce Apparition

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 12:15 PM PST

In my opinion, über-luxury sedans are a little bit staid. Yes, from an engineering standpoint they are all very impressive and the technology incorporated into them is often state-of-the-art. You have to admit, though, that very few of us would drool over a Maybach the way you'd drool over a Lamborghini. Even the unshakable Rolls-Royce Phantom,...


Fiat’s Future in Italy Could be at Stake Due to Disagreements with Unions

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 10:05 AM PST

As previously reported, Fiat hasn't been able to secure agreements with all Italian unions regarding a key productivity deal to help the automaker to keep its turnaround strategy on track. With a hard-line union planning a strike later this month, the country's Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi claims Fiat will have a good reason to quit Italy if...


Honda to Debut CR-Z TS-1X Concept at this week's Tokyo Auto Salon

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 09:49 AM PST

With the conclusion of the press days of the 2011 Detroit Motor Show, the automotive world is now shifting its focus on the Tokyo Auto Salon 2011, which will be held from Friday, January 14, to Sunday, January 16, at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. At this year's event, Honda will be presenting several vehicles including the TS-1X concept...


G-Power’s BMW M5 HURRICANE GS is the World's Fastest LPG-Powered Car

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 09:09 AM PST

After the standard BMW M5 and M6 Hurricane editions, BMW tuning specialists G-Power has now released a more eco-friendly iteration of the same package, in the form of the LPG-powered Hurricane M5 GS. The German firm's engineers performed several modification to the M5 and M6 Hurricane's 5.0-liter bi-supercharged V10 engine which now comes with...


Hyundai Confirms New Veloster Coupe for Australian Market

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 08:34 AM PST

The all-new Hyundai Veloster revealed at the North American International Motor Show in Detroit earlier this week will make its way to Australia, the South Korean automaker announced today. Hyundai said it still working on the timing of the launch but added that it will most likely go on sale in Australia towards the end of the year with details...


Land Rover Releases Stylish 2011 Defender X-Tech Limited Edition

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 08:05 AM PST

Land Rover has launched a new special edition version of its iconic 4x4 model, the 2011 Defender X-Tech Limited Edition. To be revealed for the first time at the this week's Brussels Motorshow, the Defender X-Tech sprinkles some tasty cosmetic enhancements on the standard model. Available in both three-door [90] and five-door [110] hardtop...


Next Lincoln Models to get Unique Designs and Different Technology than Fords

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 07:28 AM PST

According to an Automotive News report, future Lincoln vehicles will be heavily differentiated from their Ford counterparts, as the two brands will no longer share design cues and technology. "The strategy isn't just new products, but full differentiation from the Ford brand in not only design, but in technology", said Derrick Kuzak, Ford's...


Kia Release Sketches of 2012 Rio Hatchback, will Debut in Geneva

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 07:06 AM PST

Kia has big plans for this year's edition of the Geneva Salon as along with the 2012 Picanto city car, the South Korean automaker will also host the world premiere of the 2012 Rio supermini, the first official sketches of which were released today. The company said that its Ford Fiesta rival is "designed to inject emotional appeal into the...


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