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Built as part of a UK-sponsored technology initiative, the Infiniti Emerge-E electric sports car concept is the first Infiniti model to be designed in Europe. Called the “ulitmate expression of Infiniti’s inspired performance,” the mid-engined, twin-motored concept gives a glimpse into the future of sports cars. Power comes from both a lithium-ion battery pack and from a generator powered by a gasoline-fueled three-cylinder engine. Infiniti says the rear-drive Emerge-E is capable of sprinting from 0 - 60 mph in four seconds, or from 0 - 130 mph in 30 seconds. The battery...
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Houston Half Mile Preview Videos: Lamborghini Aventador, Mercedes SLS AMGThe Houston Half Mile allows drivers to run their cars flat out, in a controlled environment.
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Infiniti FX Sebastian Vettel Version Confirmed For ProductionSebastian Vettel is about to commence his quest to maintain his world champion status in Formula 1 in the 2012 season, and as brand ambassador for Infiniti, he also has a special-edition FX50. First unveiled last September in concept form, the special FX50 has been confirmed for production by...
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Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse: Official DetailsMaking its debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show this week is Bugatti’s latest model, the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. The stunning supercar is the result of combining the record-breaking Veyron Super Sport with the more lifestyle-oriented Veyron Grand Sport. And contrary to previous reports...
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2013 Lexus RX 350 And RX 450h PreviewLexus has introduced a major facelift for its 2013 RX range, which sees the top-selling crossovers adopt the aggressive look featured on the latest GS range and soon the ES. We already had a pretty good idea as to what the new 2013 RX will look like thanks to a previous inadvertent leak, but now...
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2013 Lotus Exige S Roadster Makes DebutWhile it wasn’t the long-rumored convertible Evora that we had been hoping for, Lotus did stay true to its word and blew “the roof off” one of its models at this week’s 2012 Geneva Motor Show. That model was the Exige S, which has now been revealed in Exige S Roadster form...
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The era of 12-cylinder cars at Mercedes-Benz and its performance partner AMG looks far from over, with news coming out today that a new SL65 AMG complete with a twin-turbocharged V-12 engine is set for debut next month at the 2012 New York Auto Show. Fears that the car may have been phased out for good arose when Mercedes-Benz quietly dropped the SL65 AMG model from the previous SL lineup last July, though continued to sell its V-8-powered SL63. However, Car and Driver is reporting that a new SL65 AMG based on the sixth-generation ‘R231’ SL Class is planned and will join its more...
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Opel Ampera (Chevy Volt) Voted 2012 European Car Of The YearThe Chevrolet Volt’s European cousin, the Opel Ampera, has been picked as the winner in the annual European Car of the Year awards, edging out other strong candidates such as the Volkswagen up! and Ford Focus. The latest title sees the Volt’s number of international awards continue to...
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Will The Re-Born SRT Barracuda Get A Supercharged HEMI?Back in February we heard that rumors were being spread at the Detroit Auto Show about the Barracuda nameplate being brought back to replace the Dodge Challenger. We also exclusively reported last summer that later this year SRT will offer a factory supercharger option on the LX-platform SRT8...
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Touring Superleggera Disco Volante 2012 Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowItalian coachbuilder Touring Superleggera is showing the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione-based Disco Volante 2012 at this week's Geneva Motor Show.
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Roding Roadster '23' Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowIf you're going to make your debut at a motor show as a new manufacturer, you have to make sure the car is special. After all, it's competing against the biggest automakers in the world, and every supercar under the sun. So does the Roding Roadster cut it against some of the other cars revealed at...
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UPDATED - 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Production Halted, Shipments StoppedUPDATE: Earlier today we reported that GM has stopped both production and shipments of the new 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 due to a potential issue with the vehicles. We have since learned one Ashen Gray Metallic Camaro ZL1 was not only inadvertently shipped to Henna Chevrolet In Austin, Texas, but it...
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Toyota has announced it will be refreshing the Venza crossover for the 2013 model year. The refreshed CUV will be fully revealed next month at the New York Auto Show. While the teaser shows us merely the headlight, we can already see that the updated styling closely mimics that of the new Camry and refreshed Avalon. The grille appears to be simplified with two cars, and the inside part of the headlight now features LED daytime running lights on the Limited trim model. Toyota has told us the refresh will include a modified upper and lower grille, new fog lights, and updated taillights. A new...
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Artega GT gets removable glass roof option at 2012 Geneva motor showWhile it didn’t get the new convertible bodystyle we were expecting, the GT sports car from Germany’s Artega has been previewed with a wide panoramic glass roof at this week’s 2012 Geneva Motor Show. We say preview as the car in Geneva is still at concept, although given the...
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowMaking its international debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show is the new A Class compact from Mercedes-Benz, pictured here in our exclusive live gallery. Where previous A Class models have been objects of practicality, with tall bodies and surprising space for relatively small cars, the new model is...
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SsangYong XIV-2 Concept Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowSsangYong may not be a household name in the United States, but the South Korean manufacturer has a strong global presence and is best known for its four-wheel-drive SUVs. Last year’s Frankfurt Auto Show surprise hit was the automaker’s XIV-1 compact crossover concept, so SsangYong is...
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Pagani Ramps Up Huayra Production, Reveals Bare Carbon ModelFor anyone doubting Pagani’s ability to launch a world class supercar the second time round, Pagani’s founder and chief designer Horacio Pagani has now confirmed that his company’s latest car, the Huayra, already has 85 confirmed orders and that production is being ramped up...
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Gumpert Apollo Enraged, Mercedes CLC, Geneva Motor Show: Car News HeadlinesMitsubishi unveiled the new 2013 Outlander crossover at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. With new fuel efficient powertrain options ranging from diesel and gasoline engines to plug-in hybrids, the new Outlander should help Mitsubishi raise its overall fuel economy scores. The new Outlander also debuted...
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Giving hints at how the next Prius might look--and the technology it might incorporate--Toyota's FT-Bh concept makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Sitting in the B-segment, similar in size to the Yaris, the FT-Bh takes Toyota's well-proven hybrid technology to a new level, with efficiency that would put it way in front of rivals. Central to this is the aerodynamic body, which has a drag coefficient of 0.235, compared to the 0.29 Cd average for the class. The sloping roof and clean sides allows airflow directed around the front to remain attached to the car, before being released at the...
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Hyundai i-oniq Concept Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowHyundai's extended-range electric concept, the i-oniq, makes its public debut at this week's Geneva Motor Show.
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Morgan Plus E Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowNormally, electric cars look futuristic. Normally, they don't have a five-speed manual gearbox. And normally, electric cars are about economy, rather than fun. Morgan isn't the sort of company to do things normally. As such, the small English sports car maker has unveiled the Plus E at Geneva - a...
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2012 MINI Clubvan Concept Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowMINI has created a small delivery van concept, called the "Clubvan," and is using the Geneva Show to gauge public interest in the idea.
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2013 MINI John Cooper Works Countryman Live Pics From Geneva2013 MINI John Cooper Works Countryman live photos
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2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Live Photos: 2012 Geneva Motor ShowAston Martin has updated its entry-level V8 Vantage range for 2012, incorporating the most comprehensive update to the cars since 2008. These live shots, taken at the range's debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show this week, show off the stunning V8 Vantage Roadster model in a beautiful pearl white...
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