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Lotus Evora
REPORT: Lotus Evora SC Coming With 350 HP Supercharged Engine
Lotus is planning to add a supercharger to its upcoming Evora 2+2. That's a good thing, because they’re also planning versions with an automatic transmission and an electric convertible top. More »
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By Wes Siler
Comment by leavethegun-takethecannoli: When will Lotus bring back the Esprit? more » | Other threads
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custom cars
Zele Nissan GT-R "Complete Edition" Obliterates Price Tag At $205,000
The tuner world's quest to modify every Nissan GT-R ever built continues as Zele International announces the introduction of their R35 GT-R ‘Complete Edition,' which comes in at an eye-watering, SpecV-crushing $205,000. More »
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By Ben Wojdyla
Comment by leavethegun-takethecannoli: Is the GT-r the new Mustang? 3 Responses | Other threads
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chevy volt
Today Show's Matt Lauer First Journalist To Drive Chevy Volt
We knew the Chevy Volt would increase global levels of smugness. Here's Matt Lauer, crowing about being the first to drive it to CNBC's Phil LeBeau — and that was only a test vehicle!
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By Ray Wert
Comment by jodark: Lauer is a waste. No opinions matter until automotive journalists drive it. Particularly Clarkson.... 3 Responses | Other threads
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El Camino Blues
An Open Letter To Ford: Give Us The Falcon Ute
Hey, Ford! Are you paying attention? Come in here. We want you to read something. GM wouldn't listen to us. But we need this. We crave the Falcon Ute.
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Question of the Day
When Did You Know You Were Carmosexual?
There’s a time in every young person’s life when everything changes and you suddenly understand who you’re going to be. At what point did you know you were going to be a car lover? More »
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By Wes Siler
Comment by rlj676-new job, same problems: I hate cars 10 Responses | Other threads
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Celebrities
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo Wrecks Ferrari 599
Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo lost control of his red Ferrari 599 in a tunnel near Manchester Airport this morning in a one car accident totally obliterating the front end of the fabulous touring car. More »
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By Ben Wojdyla
Comment by White Speed Receiver: After the crash, Ronaldo tumbled out of his car and writhed in pain until he realized the ref denied him 8 Responses | Other threads
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Detroit Auto Show
Official Euro Honda Insight Hybrid Fuel Economy Numbers Leak: Less Fuel-Efficient Than Toyota Prius
According to leaked info in Honda's official magazine in Belgium, the European 2009 Honda Insight is less fuel-efficient than the current Toyota Prius — but may only be about 1 MPG less. More » -
Detroit Auto Show
VIDEO: Chevy Beat Today Show Skirt-Lift
We showed you the little screen cap earlier, but here's the full video of this morning's Today Show Lauer skirt-lift on the Chevy Beat. -
Carpocalypse Now
Toyota Passes Dodge For Third Place In US Truck Sales
PickupTrucks.com put together a full run-down on pickup truck sales for 2008. The most shocking statistic? Toyota's passed Dodge to become the third largest seller of trucks in the U.S. market. More » -
Down On The Street
1964 Chevrolet Bel Air Station Wagon
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. We love station wagons! More »
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By Murilee Martin
Comment by Mike the Dog: Awesome wagon. I love the patina. 6 Responses | Other threads
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Detroit Auto Show
Chevy Beat Heading To Detroit After Live Tease On Today Show
NBC Today Show's Matt Lauer is in Detroit this morning at GM's Warren Tech Center, where he teased a supposed production car. Despite rumors of it's demise, it looks like it's the Chevy Beat.
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Nice Price Or Crack Pipe
Nice Price Or Crack Pipe: 11 Grand For A 1988 Toyota Celica Turbo All-Trac?
Surprisingly, only 35% of voters thought that the Ford-powered Maserati Quattroporte was nicely priced at $42,500. Today we're going to return to all-original, unmolested iron, with a highly desirable Reagan Era machine. More »
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By Murilee Martin
Comment by Ash78: I'll have to abstain on this one. I'm still questioning the collectibility of 80s cars in general, no matter how... 5 Responses | Other threads
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Detroit Auto Show
2010 Buick LaCrosse: Blue Hair No More!
The 2010 Buick LaCrosse isn't your Grandfather's Buick. Defying conventional wisdom, this Buick sedan sports slick styling, a classy interior and hardware that'll make even the most jaded buyer take a look.
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Nissan GT-R SpecV
Nissan GT-R SpecV: Super-Godzilla Officially Attacks Japan
Yes friends, the Nissan GT-R SpecV is finally, officially here and goes on sale at seven specially selected Nissan dealerships in Japan next month for 15,750,000 yen. That's a bit over $160,000. More »
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By Ray Wert
Comment by Deartháir: a Cruder, Fart-Joke Version of graverobber: V is for Vendetta. "Breaking news, ladies and gentlemen. In response to the new GT-R SpecV, Porsche has announced a new 12 Responses | Other threads
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Sync
CES: Ford Upgrades Sync With Turn-By-Turn Navigation
Since introduction in 2007, Sync has been a huge success for Ford, closing on 1 million systems sold. Today at CES, Ford's announced some next-generation upgrades including turn-by-turn navigation.
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By Ben Wojdyla
Comment by Naturally Exasperated: Call me crazy, but how is this going to help Ford sell cars? Mr.Ford- I support you, but please concentrate... 6 Responses | Other threads
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Spy Photos
2010 Jaguar XK Spied Prowling English Countryside
As far as facelifts go, we’d say the 2010 Jaguar XK is more Demi Moore than Joan Rivers, but its what’s inside that really piques our interest: the new XK gets a rotary drive selector. More » -
Engine Swap
Putting V8s In Volvos Is Like Eating Peanuts: Future Drag Race Car Plucked From Redwoods
Black Metal V8olvo crew chief and mastermind Hellhammer likes stuffing V8s into cars that never came that way from the factory, and now he's learned a few things about Volvos. Let's get another one! More »
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By Murilee Martin
Comment by JCWhitless - This post you are now reading is in the voice of Jeremy Clarkson: {CLARKSON ON} This would be the ideal vehicle for fetching cheese from the local shoppe, or perhaps picking up little 13 Responses | Other threads
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Detroit Auto Show
Crafting The Authentic Swedish Crystal Console Of The Volvo S60 Concept
This video on the creation of the all-crystal center console in the Volvo S60 Concept, debuting at the Detroit Auto Show, is so Swedish, it should just have the title "Bork, bork, bork!" More » -
Volvo FH16
Volvo FH16, Worlds Most Powerful Truck, Unveiled In Europop Music Video
With 700 HP and 2323 Lb-Ft of torque, the new Volvo FH16 is the most powerful semi-truck in the world. Unfortunately, that message is lost in the Eurotrash technopop music video reveal. More »
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Comment by The Auto Insider: Reminds me of this: + Watch video... 11 Responses | Other threads
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Spy Photos
2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Caught With Its Pants Completely Down
The refreshed 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS got caught with its pants completely down and we've got the photos to prove it.
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Volvo D5
Volvo Announces Powerful Twin-Turbo Diesel For Euro S80
Once again, the American market gets shafted on badass diesels, Volvo has announced a new engine for its European S80, a 2.4 liter twin-turbo diesel with 205 HP and 310 lb-ft of torque. More »
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By Ben Wojdyla
Comment by FuzzyPlushroom: Get it here yesterday, dickwits. Fuck California/New York/Massachusetts/etc.... 23 Responses | Other threads
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Recall
Nissan Recalling 243,000 Xterras, Pathfinders and Frontiers
Nissan will be recalling 242,720 2005-2009 Xterras, Pathfinders and Frontiers due to a faulty airbag sensor. More »
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By The Auto Insider
Comment by tekamul: Why is that press release yelling at me?... 3 Responses | Other threads
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classic ad watch
The 1978 Datsun Stanza: Proving Australian Hoonage Potential The Best Way Possible
The Nissan Stanza- which sported 510 badges on these shores- won the 1978 Southern Cross Rally… but you don't see the Lord Humungus driving one, do you?
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By Murilee Martin
Comment by Number_Six: Those were the days: driving gloves before the term "douche" became widely used in the pejorative, boot-clad ladies, and aircraft 5 Responses | Other threads
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custom cars
W3 Triposto Porsche Is A Study Hall Sketch Come To Life
Have an old Porsche 911 and $250,000 sitting around? Perhaps you'll be interested in the carbon fiber and kevlar-bodied W3 Triposto, the work of a Montreal father and son engineering duo.
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By Ben Wojdyla
Comment by WheatKing: Things like this is why the next time quebec wants to seperate from canada.. we're gonna let them. The only good 1 Responses | Other threads
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Tokyo Auto Salon
Honda Sport Modulo S2000, Fit Concept Cars Heading To 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon
As we get ready for the Detroit Auto Show, Japan's getting ready for their annual Tokyo Auto Salon. Think of it as our SEMA show, but on crack and with lots of cute umbrella girls. More »
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Comment by ZtB: Is it wrong that I find the front on the S2000 sexy? I don't necessarily approve of the rice-racer style 1 Responses | Other threads
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Industry News
Talking Pontiac's Post G8 ST Future With GM VP of Marketing Susan Docherty
Yesterday's announcement from GM stating the 2010 Pontiac G8 ST was being canceled came to us like a knife in the heart, so today, we had a conversation with Susan Docherty, the Pontiac Marketing VP.
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Over The Back Fence
New Toyota Prius May Get Larger Engine For US Market
The new Toyota Prius, debuting in Detroit next week, could be getting a larger engine for the American market. Why? US buyers want more power, not better economy. More » -
Question of the Day
What’s Better In Winter Weather, AWD Or Snow Tires?
When the roads go all white (or dirty grey if you live in a city) what works better, an all-wheel drive car on all-seasons or a two-wheel drive car on snow tires? More » -
Detroit Auto Show
Kia Unleashes Soulster Concept Teaser
With the Detroit Auto Show looming over the coming week, Kia has released a teaser campaign for the Soulster concept. More »
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