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2014 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid

Porsche: Hybrid Versions Of Every Model Planned In Brand's Future

Porsche is going hybrid—with plug-in hybrid versions of all its major models, eventually. And yes, that means not just the upcoming 918 Spyder and the 2014 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid, but also upcoming versions of the Cayenne, and even the 'sacred' mid- or rear-engine sports cars—the...

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BMW and Toyota to swap green technology

BMW And Toyota Cooperative Hybrid Deal Imminent: Report

Though most BMW and Toyota owners probably don’t realize it, the two automakers are already partners in developing next-generation lithium-ion battery technology. In... June 25, 2012 by 


 
Hybrid transmission zones for Le Mans - image courtesy ACO

FIA Sets Designated Hybrid Transmission Zones For Le Mans 24 Hour Race

This year's 80th 24 Hours of Le Mans features four hybrid cars on the 56-entry grid, where last year there was only a single hybrid from Hope Racing, using a Flybrid flywheel... May 30, 2012 by 


 
Fire damage to the APR Racing Prius GT. Image: APR Racing

Toyota Prius Super GT Car Burns In Testing

Last December we brought you the unlikely news that the Toyota Prius had been approved for competition in Japan’s Super GT series. The Prius was named as a replacement... March 20, 2012 by 


 
2012 Acura ILX 2.4

2013 Acura ILX Preview: 2012 Chicago Auto Show

At January's 2012 Detroit Auto Show, Acura showed off a thinly-veiled sedan concept dubbed the ILX Concept. Now, just a month later, it's revealing the production version of... February 7, 2012 by 


 
2013 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover on test drive, Southern California, Nov 2011

Despite Previous Doubts, Mazda Bringing Diesels To The U.S.

When it comes to increasing fuel economy across a product range, automakers currently have a few options. First, they can make vehicles lighter and engines more efficient... January 17, 2012 by 


 
2012 Acura ILX Concept

2013 Acura ILX Preview: 2012 Detroit Auto Show

With a hat trick of new cars at this year's Detroit auto show--including the hybrid NSX concept--the Acura brand is taking fresh aim at luxury-car buyers that have moved... January 9, 2012 by 


 
Toyota's GT300 Prius racer

Toyota Prius To Campaign In Japan's Super GT Series: Report

It looks like the Subaru BRZ won’t be the only new entry into the GT300 class of Japan’s Super GT series. If rumors are correct, the BRZ will be running against a... December 6, 2011 by 


 
Maserati Kubang SUV

Prodrive MINI, Maserati Cinqueporte, Verano Hybrid: Car News Headlines

The upcoming Maserati SUV may not be named Kubang after all--a new report gives the nod to the much more melodious name "Cinqueporte." Buick is working on a Verano Hybrid... October 20, 2011 by 


 
Urbee Hybrid

Urbee 3D Printed Car Makes First Appearance In Canada

It may not be fast and it may not even be pretty, but the Urbee car is important for other reasons. The potential for 166 mpg is clearly a number to raise eyebrows. Using a... September 22, 2011 by 


 
2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S

Ferrari 458 Spider, 2012 Porsche 911, Mazda RX-8 Dies: Today's Car News

Porsche unveils the new 2012 911. [MotorAuthority] Ferrari makes the 458 Spider official, retractable hard-top and all. [MotorAuthority] The rear-wheel drive Subaru version... August 23, 2011 by 


 
Solar Panels by Flickr user Chandra Marsono

Solar Tech Could Be Improved Thanks To 13-Year Old Student

Solar panel technology has, thus far, not been of much use for automobiles. You may be able to specify a small solar panel on the 2011 Nissan Leaf or 2012 Toyota Prius, but... August 19, 2011 by 


 
EcoVelocity's Volkswagen Camper Van

EcoVelocity's Modern Tech Transforms Classics (Virtually...)

We may spend the day writing about modern car technology, but that doesn't mean we can't appreciate the classic cars that helped form the industry we know today. Some might... August 2, 2011 by 


 
Ferrari World Design Contest

Designing, Engineering The Next Ferrari: The Contest Hots Up

What do Ferraris say to you? Speed? High performance? Stunning lines? World-class engineering? Probably all of the above, but a group of design schools is aiming to take the... June 14, 2011 by 


 
2011 Lexus CT 200h interior

Jeans Staining Your Car Seats? Lexus, Chrysler Fight Stains

You might not think your jeans have the capacity for causing much damage unless you're one of the unlucky souls to have once caught part of their anatomy in the zipper, but... June 8, 2011 by 


 
2011 Cadillac SRX

Cadillac SRX Plug-In Hybrid Cancelled Due To Inefficiency?

Nearly a year ago, buzz about a plug-in hybrid Cadillac SRX stirred the automotive Web, and early this year GM CEO Dan Akerson said a plug-in SRX was "likely." Then this week... June 2, 2011 by 


 
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