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Subaru Unleashes Crown Jewel of JDM Impreza STi Series with New S206 [51 Photos]

Posted: 24 Nov 2011 09:38 AM PST


The good news for those wanting to burn some cash on a hot set of wheels is that Subaru has unwrapped a new special edition version of its Impreza STI sports sedan called the S206. The bad news isn't that only 300 will be built, but that all cars will be only available in Japan.

Billed by Subaru as the "crown of STI tuned cars", the new Impreza WRX STI S206 follows on from previous "S" versions, such as the S203, S204 and S205.

So what's special about the new STI model? Well, for starters, the S206 employs exclusive Bilstein dampers, STi coil springs, a flexible front tower bar and draw stiffener, which promise to further improve the car's precise and quick cornering response

The S206 rides on a new set of 19-inch BBS aluminum wheels, which have been designed exclusively for this model, and are shod in Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

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New Audi A6 Ties with Infiniti M37 in Consumer Reports’ Premium Sedan Test, Saab 9-5 Flunks

Posted: 24 Nov 2011 07:56 AM PST


Up until now, Consumer Reports' [CR] number one choice in the mid-size luxury sedan segment was the Infiniti M37. Not anymore as after evaluating the redesigned 2012 Audi A6, the M37 has to share the top spot with Ingolstadt's premium saloon.

The new Audi A6 received an "Excellent" rating with an overall score of 93 points. This is a huge improvement over the previous model's 79 points.

"The redesigned Audi A6 is an impressive car and a joy to drive", said senior director of CR's Auto Test Center. Consumer reports says that the significant improvement is attributed to the revamped model's combination of strong acceleration, agile handling and comfortable ride as well its high-quality and quiet interior.

Other models included in CR's mid-size luxury test were the Mercedes-Benz E350 BlueTec, the Infiniti M35h hybrid and the new Saab 9-5.

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Happy Thanksgiving from Everyone at Carscoop!

Posted: 24 Nov 2011 07:04 AM PST


Here's wishing to all of our readers and their families a happy and hearty Thanksgiving. Even in the case that you don't celebrate the day, perhaps you can still take a moment to acknowledge all the super-duper things that make your life and a little better and more pleasant – and hopefully we're one of them.

In lieu of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, we plan to take half the day off (okay, maybe a bit more) but we will resume our regular coverage of the daily automotive news and then some more on Friday, November 25.

We'll send you off with the sounds of happiness: a compilation of new and old V12-powered Lamborghinis, which you can check out in the video after the break.

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Toyota Auris and Corolla Replacements Coming in 2012, will be Built in the UK and Turkey Respectively

Posted: 24 Nov 2011 06:01 AM PST


There's a change of production plans for Toyota's next generation of C-segment hatchback and sedan models in Europe.

According to an announcement made today, the Japanese automaker will invest €265 million (US$355 million) to produce the replacements of the Auris 3-door and 5-door hatchbacks at its UK assembly plant and add C-segment sedan production in Turkey.

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