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- 2012 Toyota FT-86: New Photos Surface Online
- Giggidy Giggidy Goo or What the Deuce? Miss Tuning Calendar 2012 [NSFW]
- Toyota Reduces U.S. Production Due to Thailand Floods
- BMW Begins Regular Production of new 2012 3-Series Sedan
- Report: Ferrari California to Receive Mild Life Facelift with a Power Upgrade for 2012
- Warning: Meet the Worst Accident Scam Artist in the World [Video]
- Il Monstro: 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ with 22,400 miles goes Under the Hammer
- SEMA Preview: New Toyota Yaris Suits Up for Club Racing
- Chrysler Group's New SRT8 Video Works Visually but not Aurally
- Tesla CEO Confirms Plans to Launch All-New Roadster in 2014
- Chevy Teases Two Corvette Concepts Ahead of 2011 SEMA Show
- Mazda to Woo SEMA Show Crowd with MX-5 Spyder and Mazda2 Turbo Hot Hatch
- Raw Video: Driver, Beware of the Spicy Newscaster…
- Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Le Monstre to Terrorize Las Vegas with 1,001HP Supercharged V8
- Peugeot Expands Range of Accessories for RCZ Sports Coupe
- Audi Launches A1 e-tron Trial Program in Munich
- Chevrolet Camaro and Camaro ZL1 Dress Up for Vegas
- Ford–Approved Body Shell Allows You to Build a '64-'66 Mustang Convertible from the Ground Up
- China's Pang Da and Youngman Agree to Buy Saab for €100 million and Save it from Bankruptcy
- Refreshed 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun Hits UK Shores
| 2012 Toyota FT-86: New Photos Surface Online Posted: 28 Oct 2011 07:14 PM PDT  When we brought you the first brochure images of the production version of the JDM Toyota FT-86 coupe on Thursday, we rightfully assumed that we should see more pictures of the rear-wheel drive model in the coming weeks before the official presentation at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show on November 30.
While the previous photos showed us a Modellista-prepped version, this time we have the standard FT-86 with or without some optional accessories such as the front panel air vent trims and rear diffuser accents. Read more »
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| Giggidy Giggidy Goo or What the Deuce? Miss Tuning Calendar 2012 [NSFW] Posted: 28 Oct 2011 05:07 PM PDT  For better or for worse, tuning shows are as much about modified cars as they are about booth babes - and that's regardless of where they take place. Just wait and see at next week's SEMA Show. But just to get your engines running – or so to speak, we have a special treat for you, and no, we're not referring to the Nissan 180SX/200SX ... Read more »
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| Toyota Reduces U.S. Production Due to Thailand Floods Posted: 28 Oct 2011 04:06 PM PDT  It seems that nature's forces do not like Toyota. The March natural disaster in Japan affected Toyota the most and now, just as it is gearing up production to make up for the lost time, a massive flood in Thailand has plagued the automaker's three local factories forcing the company to change its plans once again. Toyota issued the following statement: "Parts availability from Thailand is not predictable at this time and is changing with the continued severity of the flooding." Read more »
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| BMW Begins Regular Production of new 2012 3-Series Sedan Posted: 28 Oct 2011 03:43 PM PDT  With the official presentation out of the way, the BMW Group began series production of its new premium sedan, the 2012 3-Series, at is Munich plant in Germany as it prepares for its worldwide market launch in February next year. "The BMW 3 Series is the most important volume-produced model from the BMW Group as well as the biggest-selling model in the entire premium segment," said Frank-Peter Arndt, Member of the BMW AG Board of Management responsible for production. Read more »
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| Report: Ferrari California to Receive Mild Life Facelift with a Power Upgrade for 2012 Posted: 28 Oct 2011 03:16 PM PDT  [2011 Ferrari California pictured above] When Ferrari launched the California in 2008, the hardtop roadster model was a novelty for Maranello. Despite objections from purists, Ferrari proved to be right and the California was a major sales success. Not only did it boost the brand's sales but it also succeeded in its original goal to bring in buyers who would only consider Aston Martins, Porsches and Bentleys as they found Ferraris to be impractical. Now, according to CAR magazine, Ferrari's front-engined V8 model is about to get a major overhaul for 2012, with production of the refreshed version beginning as early as January. Read more »
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| Warning: Meet the Worst Accident Scam Artist in the World [Video] Posted: 28 Oct 2011 02:20 PM PDT  Traffic accidents involving pedestrians are all too common but once in a while, you get your archetypal "please hit me" scam artist that will try anything to get something from you or better yet, your insurance company. And truth is, unless there's a witness or two around, you'll either waste or have a pretty hard time proving your innocence. On the other hand, if you've installed a dashboard mounted camera on your car, an accident con can turn a nightmare scenario into a rather enjoyable 30 second clip. Enter the world of the one of the worst fraudsters we've ever seen in action. Period. According to the person that uploaded the video, the incident took place somewhere in Korea. You can watch it right after the break. Read more »
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| Il Monstro: 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ with 22,400 miles goes Under the Hammer Posted: 28 Oct 2011 01:44 PM PDT  The Alfa Romeo 75 is remembered as the last rear-wheel drive sedan to be produced by the Milanese brand. Yet, its claim to glory is much bigger than that as the 75 underpinned one the most bizarre Alfa Romeos to date: the SZ. Initially presented as a Zagato concept at the 1987 Geneva Motor Show, the ES30 (Experimental Sports 3.0-liter), as was its internal designation, debuted in production form at the same show two years later as the SZ, which stands for Sports Zagato.
It was available in one trim level in a red color with a dark-grey roof and tan leather interior – save for one example finished in black that was built exclusively for Andrea Zagato himself. Read more »
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| SEMA Preview: New Toyota Yaris Suits Up for Club Racing Posted: 28 Oct 2011 12:42 PM PDT  The annual aftermarket extravaganza that is known as the SEMA Show will host the debut of Toyota Yaris B-Spec Club Racer that will compete in the SCCA B-spec class race category next year with Action Sports Star and BMX legend Jamie Bestwick behind the wheel. Read more »
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| Chrysler Group's New SRT8 Video Works Visually but not Aurally Posted: 28 Oct 2011 11:48 AM PDT  We all like watching powerful cars drifting slideways and burning rubber and fortunately, we get plenty of that in the Chrysler Group's new SRT video starring the 2012MY SRT8 versions of the Chrysler 300, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Challenger and Charger. But (there's always a but, isn't there?) while there's no doubt that the clip is visually stimulating, it completely misses the point when it comes to making our ears happy. Watch the video after the break and you'll see/hear what we mean. Read more »
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| Tesla CEO Confirms Plans to Launch All-New Roadster in 2014 Posted: 28 Oct 2011 11:02 AM PDT  The Model S saloon that was previewed earlier this month in Beta form, the upcoming performance version of the same model as well as the RAV-4 EV that it will be produced in cooperation with Toyota, are not the only plans Tesla CEO Elon Musk has in mind for the Silicon Valley-based brand. The company is also working on an EV crossover based on the Model S while Musk recently told Autocar magazine that Telsa is also planning to launch a BMW 3-Series rival and an all-new Roadster in 2014. Read more »
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| Chevy Teases Two Corvette Concepts Ahead of 2011 SEMA Show Posted: 28 Oct 2011 10:25 AM PDT  If anything, General Motors' Chevrolet brand will have one of the most comprehensive displays at this year's edition of the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas. We've already given you a sample of the tuned Sonic hatchbacks, Cruze sedans and Camaro Coupe and Convertible concepts that are heading down to the strip, and now it's time to show you a pair of Corvette concept cars. Read more »
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| Mazda to Woo SEMA Show Crowd with MX-5 Spyder and Mazda2 Turbo Hot Hatch Posted: 28 Oct 2011 09:51 AM PDT  The countdown to the 2011 Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas is heating up with only a few days left before the big event kicks off on Tuesday, November 1. Mazda will be there with at least two concept models including the MX-5 Spyder and the Mazda2 Turbo. Read more »
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| Raw Video: Driver, Beware of the Spicy Newscaster… Posted: 28 Oct 2011 09:17 AM PDT  We can't see what reporter Alison Ariotti from Australia's Nine Network was wearing during this live TV broadcast, but the…package must have been interesting enough to distract the driver of the black Mazda CX-7 SUV who zoom-zoomed his attention from the road and on to the young lady and as a result, collided with a Mazda parked behind her. So the lesson here folks is that if you happen to stumble upon a TV crew filming in the side of the road, please keep your eyes where they should be… Read more »
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| Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Le Monstre to Terrorize Las Vegas with 1,001HP Supercharged V8 Posted: 28 Oct 2011 08:45 AM PDT  The SEMA Show is all about excess - be that for the appearance and performance of the tuned cars or the…upgraded booth models. And there seems to be plenty of that going on with the 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe created by "The D3 Group", which will be displayed at Toyo Tire U.S.A.'s booth at the Las Vegas aftermarket show. Read more »
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| Peugeot Expands Range of Accessories for RCZ Sports Coupe Posted: 28 Oct 2011 08:13 AM PDT  The funky-looking Peugeot RCZ sports coupe has been in the market for a little over a year and now, the French carmaker has decided to introduce a new line of accessories for both new and current owners. First up is a new sports muffler with dual tailpipes on either side of the bumper that is available in a choice of two designs, with the oval shaped pipes priced at €733 in Germany and the round shape units at €788. Read more »
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| Audi Launches A1 e-tron Trial Program in Munich Posted: 28 Oct 2011 07:43 AM PDT  The first examples of Audi's A1 e-tron gasoline-electric hybrid project car hit the streets of Munich today as the German company in cooperation with E.ON and the public utility Stadtwerke Munchen and Technise Universitat Muncher initiated the trial program. Audi has provided a fleet of 20 extended-range A1 e-tron electric vehicles, while E.ON and SWM have installed charging infrastructure both within the city limits and in surrounding areas. Read more »
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| Chevrolet Camaro and Camaro ZL1 Dress Up for Vegas Posted: 28 Oct 2011 07:05 AM PDT  Automakers are getting ready for some aftermarket fun at the annual SEMA Show that takes place in Las Vegas from November 1 through 4. General Motors is heading down to the strip with a variety of concept and project cars including a number of prototypes based on the 2012MY Camaro coupe, convertible and of course, the upcoming ZL1. Read more »
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| Ford–Approved Body Shell Allows You to Build a '64-'66 Mustang Convertible from the Ground Up Posted: 28 Oct 2011 06:32 AM PDT  Sure, a fully restored first generation Ford Mustang Convertible with matching chassis and engine numbers is something that many car nuts dream of, but what if you could build a brand new example from the wheels up using officially licensed parts? Ford now offers this opportunity with the release of an officially licensed 1965 Mustang Convertible body shell that can be turned into a '64½, '65 or '66 model, depending on the trim and powertrain that is installed during the rebuild. Read more »
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| China's Pang Da and Youngman Agree to Buy Saab for €100 million and Save it from Bankruptcy Posted: 28 Oct 2011 06:02 AM PDT  Saab's parent company Swedish Automobile N.V. [Swan] said on Friday that it has agreed to sell the company to China's Pang Da and Youngman. If the deal goes through, the Chinese will own Sweden's car industry bar Koenigsegg as Volvo was sold to Geely in 2009 – admittedly at the much higher price of US$2 billion dollars than the €100 million (US$141.7 million) Pang Da and Youngman are willing to pay for acquiring 100% of Saab Automobile and Saab GB shares. Read more »
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| Refreshed 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun Hits UK Shores Posted: 28 Oct 2011 05:42 AM PDT  The 2012 model year brings a subtle makeover for the Mitsubishi Shogun that is set to arrive in UK showrooms next week. The revised Shogun, which is also known as the Pajero and Montero in other markets around the world, comes with an updated Euro V compliant turbo diesel engine and a choice of either three door short-wheel base or five door long-wheel base body styles. Read more »
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