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"Grace... Space... Pace". Three words that Jaguar used to describe its luxury sedans and coupes back in the 1960s, and three words by which Jaguars have been held to account ever since. That slogan raises questions when a car like the 2012 Jaguar XKR-S springs from the company's gates. Will it be a true Jaguar? And faced with the rest of Jaguar's range to compare it to at a recent event in Warwickshire, England, Jaguar's fastest car since the XJ220 supercar has a lot of grace, space and pace to live up to. It succeeds, but cautiously so. Pace It would be easy to become overwhelmed by the...
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Infiniti Emerg-E Concept Official Images LeakFrench website Automoto has come across Infiniti's patent drawings for its upcoming Emerge-E extended-range electric vehicle.
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BMW M135i Concept Heralds New 1-Series M Performance ModelBMW is expanding its hallowed M Division by launching a series of new performance-oriented vehicles fitted with exclusive M-tuned engines, handling packs, and stylish bodykits. Called the M Performance range, the new models aren’t set to debut officially until March’s Geneva Motor Show...
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2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG UnleashedWith less weight, more power, and an advanced multi-clutch transmission onboard, there’s a lot to love about the new 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG, which has been revealed today in full ahead of its official world debut next month at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Who are we kidding? The fact that...
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Simraceway School Of Racing Stage 1: Getting To Know Formula CarsIf you've never had a car try to rip your head from your neck at 100 mph over nothing but a high-speed turn, you've probably never driven a formula car. If you'd like to, no matter your experience, the Simraceway Performance Driving Center is a great opportunity. I just spent a couple of days...
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Second 2013 SRT Viper Teaser ReleasedThe 2013 SRT Viper has been revealed. Click here for all the official details. The 2013 SRT Viper (formerly the 2013 Dodge Viper) is one of the most anticipated cars of the year, if not the decade. A few weeks ago, we got the first tantalizing teaser via DriveSRT’s Facebook page, revealing...
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It's every car enthusiast's worst nightmare, having your pride and joy stolen from you. Unfortunately, a man named Les from Consort, Alberta, Canada is living through this nightmare right now. On January 14, 2012 a man wearing a winter coat, jeans, and blue stocking cap came to buy Les' 1969 Dodge Charger. The buyer arrived in a silver Dodge Ram with a dual-axle black trailer. The man purchased the car using certified checks from the Toronto Dominion Bank--only the checks turned out to be counterfeit. Les thought he caught a break when he realized he had a picture of both the buyers face, and...
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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe: First DriveIn recent years, Hyundai has surged toward the top of the sales charts because it plays so strongly to value-minded shoppers. It’s done well in sensible metrics like reliability, resale value, and satisfaction; achieved good safety ratings; and offers a strong list of features for the money...
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Is This The First Photo Of Ferrari’s 599 Replacement?UPDATE: The 599 replacement has been revealed as the new Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Click here for all the official details and images. During this past week’s record-breaking earnings announcement from Ferrari, the automaker's chairman Luca di Montezemolo confirmed that a brand new model will...
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2012 MINI Clubvan Concept Previews New Commercial VehicleMINI looks set to expand into the burgeoning commercial vehicle market with a new cargo hauler, following the reveal of its latest concept car. Called the Clubvan, MINI’s new concept for the upcoming 2012 Geneva Motor Show is what you get when you take an ordinary Clubman, black out the rear...
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BMW Launches M Performance Parts For The 1, 3, And 5-SeriesIn addition to the new M Performance vehicles being unveiled next month at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, BMW will also be launching a new range of M Performance Parts. Similar to the previous BMW Performance range of official accessories, the new BMW M Performance Parts are designed to add some vigor...
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2014 BMW i8 Spy VideoBMW is now just one year away from the start of production of its i8 plug-in hybrid supercar. And today we have an exclusive spy video of a prototype as it completes some cold weather testing near the Arctic Circle. This prototype is the most advanced we’ve seen yet and includes many of the...
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Loyal readers of Motor Authority, we know how much you love sharing our content with all your automotive friends. Today, we're excited to announce the release of Motor Authority with amped up sharing features. The new features are part of an enhanced integration with Facebook that just launched. This new and more social experience allows you, if you choose to--it's your choice whether or not to opt in--to share Motor Authority stories you are reading more easily with your friends, and also discover what Motor Authority stories your Facebook friends are reading. Here's how it works: The new...
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Porsche’s New SUV To Be Called The MacanPorsche has confirmed today that its upcoming compact SUV will be called the Macan. The name is derived from the Indonesian word for tiger and according to Porsche it embodies the suppleness, power, and dynamics of the new model. Along with the reveal of the new name, Porsche also dropped this...
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2013 BMW X1 Spy ShotsBMW is planning an update for its compact X1 crossover in time for the 2013 model year, a prototype for which has been caught once again in the wild. The good news is that this ‘updated’ model is the one that’s expected to finally arrive in U.S. showrooms around the end of the...
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2013 Audi RS4 Avant: Official Details And Mega GallerySure, the Cadillac CTS-V is great. We love it, in fact. But sometimes you might need to fly a little under the radar, rather than targeting it with heat-seeking missiles. If that's the case, the 2013 Audi RS4 Avant may be just what you're looking for--and the newest version has now been fully...
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2012 BMW M6 PreviewWith the new 6-Series Gran Coupe, the revised 6-Series Coupe and Convertible, and now the 2012 M6, BMW's 6-Series range is approaching the model proliferation of the 3-Series. In this case, that's a very good thing. First, lets hit the vitals: power comes from a 7,200-rpm redline, 4.4-liter...
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Tesla Model X Unveiled: Electric Luxury Crossover With WingsSharing parts between models is a common practice in the auto industry, though it can be taken too far--just ask the "old" General Motors. But in Tesla's case, sharing 60 percent of the parts between the Model S and Model X makes great sense. As a startup, sharing parts between models means more...
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We knew the stunning Aston Martin V12 Zagato race car that tackled the grueling Nurburgring 24 Hours race last year was destined to spawn a production version, and now Aston Martin has revealed the car ahead of its debut this weekend at the Kuwait Concours d’ Elegance. The V12 Zagato is the pinnacle of the Vantage range with which it shares most of its running gear. It's also the latest expression of a successful collaboration between Aston Martin and Italian design house Zagato, which has given rise to a series of striking cars over the last half-century, the original and most iconic...
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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Preview: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowThat mysterious vehicle Mitsubishi was teasing recently has turned out to be the all-new 2013 Outlander crossover, which will make its official debut in just a few weeks at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Revealed today, however, in this single image, the new Outlander takes on a brand new look that...
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2013 Jaguar XF Sportbrake Spy ShotsUPDATE: The 2013 Jaguar XF Sportbrake has been revealed. Click here for all the official info and photos. The long-rumored--and long-overdue--wagon variant of the stunning Jaguar XF has once again been spotted in prototype form, caught while testing near the arctic circle as part of Jaguar's winter...
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2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible Drops Top In ChicagoThe 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible packs a 650-horsepower supercharged 5.8-liter V-8 and has a confirmed top speed in excess of 200 mph.
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2013 Nissan 370Z Preview: 2012 Chicago Auto ShowNissan's 370Z coupe and convertible receive a mild update for the 2013 model year, and the updates are on display at this year's Chicago auto show. A new front fascia features LED daytime running lights. Nissan has ditched the controversial "fangs" on the front end for a cleaner overall appearance...
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Clint Eastwood Stars In Chrysler’s 'Halftime' Super Bowl AdChrysler is tugging at the heartstrings of America once again in its latest commercial, which aired during Super Bowl XLVI earlier today. Called It's Halftime In America, the two-minute clip starred one very iconic American, Clint Eastwood, talking about it being halftime for all Americans and that...
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