2011

 
Lamborghini Gallardo on fire at 2012 Portland Auto Show. Photo credit Lary Coppola.

Exclusive: Lamborghini Gallardo Catches Fire At Portland Auto Show

The Portland International Auto Show isn't exactly known as a hotbed of industry activity or product reveals. Nonetheless, there is often some attractive hardware on display, including, this year, at least one privately-owned Lamborghini Gallardo. Unfortunately, that Gallardo won't be making the...

January 25, 2012 by  6
 
2010 mini cooper cabrio jcw 007

88,911 2007-2011 MINI Cooper S, Clubman, JCW Models Recalled For Fire Risk

A faulty water pump that could lead to a smoldering electrical board, which might then start a fire, is at the root of a recall of 88,911 MINI Cooper S, Cooper S Clubman... January 16, 2012 by 


 
2011 Nissan Juke-R Concept

Nissan Documents The Creation Of The Juke-R: Video

Last week we told you that the Nissan Juke-R was capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.7 seconds, and that the 485 horsepower grocery-getter was capable... January 10, 2012 by 


 
2011 BMW 3-Series Coupe

2011 U.S. Luxury Market Recap: It's Good To Be German

If the automotive industry is a barometer for the overall economy, there was a glimmer of hope on the horizon in 2011. For most mainstream manufacturers, 2011 sales were up... January 5, 2012 by 


 
Yvan Muller, at work in the Chevy Camaro.

Chevrolet Camaro Drifting Done Right: Video

When it comes to sliding a two-ton, rear-drive pony car with 426 horsepower on tap around corners, there’s a right way to go about it and a wrong way. Do it right, and... January 4, 2012 by 


 
The Nissan Juke-R

Nissan Fields Facebook Questions On The Juke-R: Video

Nissan has long proclaimed the Juke-R to be the world’s fastest crossover, much to the chagrin of automakers like Porsche and BMW, who build fast crossovers (and SUVs)... January 4, 2012 by  1


 
BMW M3 CRT (Carbon Racing Technology)

BMW M's Fastest (Current) Car Is The M3 CRT

Located near Chemnitz, in what used to be East Germany, the Sachsenring race track is best known as the home of the German motorcycle Grand Prix since 1998. It’s also... December 29, 2011 by  1


 
Infiniti QX56 V-8-powered boat project in the works

Infiniti QX56-Powered Boat Project Sails On

When we first told you about Infiniti’s plan to power a restored Chris Craft speedboat with the 400 horsepower V-8 from the Infiniti QX56, it was little more than a... December 28, 2011 by  1


 
 2011 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

The Porsche Cayman, Explained: Video

As chief driving consultant for Porsche’s Experience Center at Silverstone, England, Gordon Robertson knows a thing or two about Porsche’s products and how to... December 23, 2011 by 


 
2011 Infiniti FX50 S

Infiniti Issues Recall On 2011 FX And 2012 M Due To Leaky Oil Filters

Infiniti has issued a recall on certain versions of its 2011 FX crossover and 2012 M sedan due to a potential oil leak caused by a faulty oil filter component. According to... December 22, 2011 by 


 
2011 Cadillac SRX

GM Recalling 2010 And 2011 Cadillac SRX Models

GM is recalling Cadillac SRX crossover models worldwide, including some 8,789 built for the U.S. market at its Ramos Arizpe, Mexico plant. Included are 2010 and 2011 model... December 21, 2011 by 


 
2011 Ford Mustang GT 5.0

NHTSA Ends Investigation Into Mustang Manual Transmission

Last August, we told you that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration was investigating manual-transmission equipped Ford Mustangs for shifting issues, ranging... December 21, 2011 by  1


 
2011 Lexus LX 570

New Lexus LX Coming To Detroit Auto Show

If you like your go-anywhere SUVs on the large side, we’ve got good news and bad news for you. On the positive side, Lexus has confirmed that it will debut a refreshed... December 16, 2011 by  12


 
2011 Nissan Juke

2011 Nissan Juke Recalled Due To Faulty Turbo Component

Nissan has issued a recall on its 2011 Juke crossover due to a potential fault with one of the vehicle’s turbocharger components. The affected models are those Jukes... December 16, 2011 by  1


 
Porsche 911 GT3 RSR replica, built by Orbit Racing. Image: Orbit Racing

Porsche Owner Builds 911 GT3 RSR For The Street

Porsche’s 911 GT3 RSR is the fastest of its track-only variants, designed for competition in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the FIA World Endurance Championship or in... December 14, 2011 by 


 
SLS AMG at the AMG Performance Studio

AMG's Performance Studio Can Handle Anything Your Budget Allows

The problem with giving cars like the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG as a gift is that it’s near impossible to guess the exact configuration the recipient would want. Sure, a... December 13, 2011 by 


 
 
 

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