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    Fisker Karma Gets A Starting Price Of $87,900, We Get First Front Shot Of Tesla-Killer

    Following yesterday's hind end reveal of the Fisker Karma Tesla-killer, today we get a low-resolution peek at its nose ahead of an official reveal at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. Again we see the production-intent car mimics the concept car almost identically, though the grille is revised nicely for a much sleeker look. But what of the details of this unique luxury automobile? More »

    2:20 PM on Wed Dec 3 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    6,987 views, 74 comments

    Most discussed Dano-that'll buff right out...: That creeper stache grill gives me the heebie-geebies! more »

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    Fisker Karma Previewed Ahead Of Detroit Reveal

    If we take out our crystal ball and look forward two months, the big three will have their precious loans in hand, Barack Obama will have solved global warming and given everyone a puppy that craps rainbows, and the 2009 Fisker Karma will be fighting the 2010 Toyota Prius and the 2010 Honda Insight for bragging rights as press darlings of the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. More »

    4:00 PM on Tue Dec 2 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    4,892 views, 61 comments

    Most discussed sos10: It is a stunner. I don't completely agree with Ben here, I continue to say that the Big 3 couldn't have more »

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    2009 Nissan Cube Revealed

    The Nissan Cube is hoping to capture the boxy chic market the Scion xB pioneered when it goes on sale in the US market next year. We think the Cube has a lot going for it. When it does arrive the funky little 2009 Nissan Cube will sport the same 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine found in the Nissan Versa, good for 122 HP and 127 lb-ft of torque. These will come mated to either Nissan's CVT transmission or a six-speed manual, for those who like to stand out in a crowd and row their own gears. Further differentiating the unique econobox from the rest of the market will be the "water drop" interior accents in the headliner and controls that give the appearance of rippling water. As with the Fit and Scion, the Cube will come loaded with features such as a sliding "sofa style" bench, remote keyless entry, an iPod-ready sound system and standard ABS. Buyers will also be treated to a host of other dealer-added accessories that could help propel the odd wagon into the hearts and homes of budget-conscious-yet-trendy buyers. Full details in the press release below.

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    1:45 PM on Wed Nov 19 2008
    By Matt Hardigree
    3,022 views, 63 comments

    Most discussed boosted-lego-wagon: Cubism: when you don't have the Monet for something with a little more Gogh. I wonder how much for the all-Cezanne more »

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    2010 Nissan Cube Gets Accidental Unveil On Japanese Transport Truck

    The 2010 Nissan Cube, bound for US sales and an LA Auto Show unveil tomorrow, has been revealed in these pictures of a car transit to somewhere in Japan posted on the Motive Mag forum. The new Cube retains its asymmetrical look while at the same time managing to look a bit sleeker than its predecessor. The grille shrinks a bit and the headlights get a more high tech look. The roof goes from pure flat to a slight curve and the rear of the vehicle retains the same backwards "S" sweeping across the glass from the rear door. We'll be looking for more details tomorrow at the official unveil, but enjoy these pics for now and wait in anticipation for the pending angry washing machine van wars to come.
    [Newcar-Network via TTAC via MotiveMag] More »

    12:30 PM on Tue Nov 18 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    3,569 views, 71 comments

    Most discussed liketheword: I like the "blind spot" solution they have there. more »

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    LA Auto Show Site Tips Us Off To 332 HP Rating For Nissan 370Z

    The first official data in a murky sea of rumors regarding the power numbers on the 2009 Nissan 370Z has emerged in the form of an easy-to-miss photo caption on the LA Auto Show website. The power output of the fresh 3.7-liter V6 is a confirmed 332 HP, up 26 from the previous 3.5-liter, partly as a result of the new whizbang VVEL system, or Variable Valve Event and Lift. For more on this dark magic acronym and other things setting the 370Z apart from it's predecessor, hit the jump. More »
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    4:30 PM on Tue Nov 11 2008
    By Andrew Didorosi
    2,369 views, 32 comments

    Most discussed Adam: But how much will it weigh... And I really wish it had AWD but that is just a pipe dream. more »

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    2009 Green Car Of The Year Finalists Announced

    What's a dog-and-pony show without some kind of award? At this year's LA Auto Show they'll be awarding Green Car Journal's fourth Green Car of the Year Award to one of five finalists. The competitors this year are the yet-to-be-unveiled 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, the BMW 335d, Saturn Vue 2-Mode Hybrid, Smart Fortwo and Volkswagen Jetta TDI. The winner will be announced at a November 20th press conference, and we know which one we'll be pulling for - the 2010 Ford Mustang. Complete details, if you're into that kind of thing, below. More »

    2:40 PM on Thu Oct 30 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    2,811 views, 32 comments

    Most discussed Mad_Science: That's it. I'm staring my own publication so people will give me stuff to evaluate in hopes of winning my more »

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    Nissan 370Z Spotted Hiding Undercover In New Need For Speed Trailer

    Even though the Nissan 370Z hasn't been officially revealed yet, it hasn't stopped it from showing up in a trailer for the upcoming video game Need For Speed: Undercover. The game is due out next month, right about when the car is expected to be unveiled at the LA Auto Show. From all the other photos we've seen, this car definitely looks like the 370Z, though we're not sure just how accurate the in-game car will be, or just how much Nissan has been cooperating with the guys at Need For Speed.

    [3djuegos via carscoop]

    10:40 AM on Mon Oct 13 2008
    By Mark Arnold
    8,882 views, 20 comments

    Most discussed tenbeers: the important thing here is - will NFS:Undercover suck balls like the last few games in the franchise? /hope not //still play more »

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    Nissan 370Z Spotted Testing In Germany, Shows New Details

    Those KGP spies stationed over in Germany on the edge of the Nurburgring have spotted the Nissan 370Z testing near the famed Nurburgring (is there anywhere else to test in Germany?), obviously getting in a few last laps before next month's unveil at the LA Auto Show. These images clearly show the new Nissan will be following the lead of the Maxima with those wacky "boomerang" headlights which are also mirrored in the tail lights. We also see hints of a more aggressive front-end treatment and radically revised side glass, most evident in the new quarter windows which act as a throwback to the original Datsun 240Z. Heck, we can even sense a bit of family resemblance to the Nissan GT-R in the roof line. Full spy report after the jump.

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    11:31 AM on Wed Oct 8 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    14,744 views, 47 comments

    Most discussed Oirectine: Throw some black louvres on the hatch and it's perfect. more »

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    Seat Exeo Parisian Debut Displays Bold Original Design

    Since we got a pretty good look at the Seat Exeo in European patent filings, it was pretty low on the priority list at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Now that everything has settled down and we're home again, we figured it was time to circle back and show you our live shots of Ben's Audi A4 the Seat Exeo from hall three of the show. You'll note the striking, original design language of the car, with a commanding presence that can't help but take Seat in a bold new direction. Complete details and more pictures of the actual Exeo below the fold.

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    11:20 AM on Mon Oct 6 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    1,806 views, 17 comments

    Most discussed The Name's Ash78, Housewares: So it's based on the B6 or B7 Audi? I'm confused, what with Ben's B5 pictured above. Either way, I think more »

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    Top Ten Reasons The Paris Auto Show Press Room Sucks

    Unless you're deep in the bowels of the automotive journalism industry, it may come as a surprise the Paris Auto Show is — despite the big reveals and beautiful flora and fauna — one of the worst of the global shows to cover. First off, the show is big. Really big. It's over a half mile across, and spread out over six main buildings with huge elevation changes — that's a lot of hiking. To compound this issue, the press room is on the far side of the convention center campus, half a mile away from anything useful. And, as we said two years ago, albeit more colorfully, it's the world's worst press room. So terrible is it in fact, we managed to use it for all of about 10 minutes before running to happier pastures at Volvo (thanks Volvo!). But, as a service to the Paris Motor Show planning committee, we've put together a list of the top ten reasons the Paris Motor Show press room sucks, along with ways to improve it. More »
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    11:10 AM on Sun Oct 5 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    8,168 views, 108 comments

    Most discussed ab3: Somebody call the WHHHAAMMMMMBULANCE! You forget that you are in France, how could you expect it to be good... And in regards more »