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SCOOP: Opel's New Corsa-Based Small SUV is GM's Answer to the Nissan Juke

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 05:52 PM PST

General Motor's Opel / Vauxhall division is preparing its own proposal in the small crossover segment to take on the likes of the Nissan Juke as well as the forthcoming Fiesta Fiesta-based CUV, and here are some spy shots of what will soon slot into Opel's crossover lineup below the Antara. Under all the camo is GM's new compact crossover, and...


Government Probe Finds no Link Between Electronics and Unintended Acceleration in Toyota and Lexus Vehicles

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 04:34 PM PST

A 10-month long probe done by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and NASA found no link between software-driven throttles and unintended acceleration in Toyota Motor Corp vehicles. The investigation concluded that the previously suspected sticking accelerator pedals and loose floor mats are to blame for the unfortunate incidents,...


Is the Cougatti Just the Purtiest 2002 Mercury Cougar you ever did see?

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 03:58 PM PST

Sure, most people would love to have a Bugatti Veyron; sadly, at over a million bucks a pop we're talking a vehicle that's slightly out of reach for most consumers. Thankfully, one man and eBay have rectified this issue with something we'll call a Cougatti (or Bougar). Based on a 112,000-mile 2002 Mercury Cougar with a V6 and automatic...


New Mazda MX-5 Special Edition Comes to the States, will Debut in Chicago

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 02:49 PM PST

Earlier today, we told you about the Australian market Mazda MX-5 Special Edition featuring a sports suspension kit and some exclusive styling touches. Well, we now learn that the same model will be offered in the States in a limited run of 750 units, albeit at a much lower price as the U.S. version starts at $30,925 with a manual transmission,...


Opel Releases More Info and Photos of 2011 Antara Facelift

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 01:50 PM PST

We've already laid eyes on Opel's and sister company Vauxhall's rehashed Antara, but the automaker just came out with a fresh batch of photos as well as some additional information on the compact SUV, including performance and fuel economy stats for the revamped engine lineup. The cosmetic changes are pretty much limited to the front fascia and...


Lincoln Shakeups Continue as Ford Lays Down the Law for its Luxury Brand

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 12:14 PM PST

After rejuvenating Ford and euthanizing Mercury, FoMoCo is finally ready to take its top-tier brand seriously. This means it will set standards for Lincoln by taking cues from true premium marques. Ford recently spoke with its remaining 1,100 Lincoln dealers and spelled out a plan - or provided them with an ultimatum - that will hopefully...


What a Tease... Acura Lifts the Veils off 2012 TL Sedan's Buttocks

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 11:59 AM PST

In less than 24 hours from now, Acura will debut the facelifted 2012 TL at the Chicago Auto Show, but just to keep us on our toes, the Japanese automaker partially lifted the covers off the mid-size sedan's rear end. We're pretty sure that most readers are interested in what's happening on the other end of the car, but for now, it'll have to do. ..


Hyundai Preparing New Elantra Coupe, Azera and Genesis R-Spec with 429HP V8

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 11:08 AM PST

After registering record sales in 2010, Hyundai seems committed to an all-out offensive with the company reportedly planning to launch a coupe version of the 2011 Elantra and the new Azera sedan in the U.S. within the next year or so. According to an Autoweek report, the news was broken at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)...


VIDEO: Remote Control Cars Drifting on Realistic Looking Miniature Road is Pure Ecstasy

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 10:28 AM PST

If you enjoyed Phil's video of the RC drifters from the recent Tokyo Auto Salo, then you're in for a really special treat with this 4 minute-long clip shot at the 2010 Korea RC Street Drift Challenge. By far this is the most amazing RC drift setup that we have ever seen. Just follow the jump and you'll see what we mean. Kudos to Nick for the...


2012 Buick Regal gains eAssist Light Hybrid System, Returns 37MPG Highway

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 10:08 AM PST

Buick today announced that the second model in its lineup to feature the eAssist "light electrification" system is the 2012 Regal, and it will be officially unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show this week. According to the automaker, estimated fuel economy is 26 mpg city/37 mpg highway, while the overall improvement over the standard 2011 Regal fitted...


2011 Toyota Matrix Freshens up for Chicago Auto Show

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 09:01 AM PST

Toyota has chosen this week's Chicago Auto Show to stage the reveal of the 2011 model year Matrix. If you're having a hard time finding the styling differences between the 2010- and 2011-MY versions of the Matrix, that's because the revisions are barely noticeable. On the outside, the subtle refresh is limited to all-new front and rear bumpers...


Porsche Panamera Tuneathon Continues with Anderson Germany

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 08:18 AM PST

Another day, another tuning proposal for Porsche's Panamera sports saloon which is proving to be particularly popular with the aftermarket industry. This one comes from Anderson Germany which has just finished tidying up the details on its latest project based on the non-turbo Panamera 4S. Starting with the engine programme, a software update...


Citroën E-3POD Antistatic Concept for a Futuristic Electric Vehicle

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 07:27 AM PST

This here is the E-3POD Antistatic design study and it was revealed at the Royal College of Art's Interim Degree Show in London as part of the Double Challenge project sponsored by Citroën and aerodynamic simulation software company EXA. The task of the second year students was to envision an ultra-compact vehicle that could influence the design...


Aussies get New Mazda MX-5 Special Edition with Bilstein-tuned Suspension

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 06:54 AM PST

A new special edition version of the MX-5 with some very minor styling and suspension upgrades has been added to Mazda's vehicle range in Australia. A total of 200 MX-5 Special Editions are being brought into the country with Mazda announcing that the upgrades are being added at no additional cost. However, this should not comfort Australian...


Ford to Unveil a "Groundbreaking New Vehicle" Along with European Premieres at Geneva Show

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 06:23 AM PST

As we're nearing closer to the 2011 Geneva Salon, automakers are providing us with more details about their plans. Today, Ford announced that it will display a number of new production and concept cars including what the company simply described as a "groundbreaking new vehicle" without getting into any specifics. "Ford of Europe Chairman and...


New Opel Zafira Tourer Concept Previewed in iPad Hologram, Debuts in Geneva

Posted: 08 Feb 2011 05:49 AM PST

Opel chose a rather unique way to inform us about its new concept model that previews the next generation of the Zafira people carrier, and which is scheduled to make its world premiere at the Geneva Salon in March. The company published a short video accompanied by a photograph showing the firm's design boss Mark Adams holding an iPad through...


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