Car News
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Jezza, the balding, be-jowled buffoon of a Top Gear (the real one) host, is going to be gracing Forza Motorsport 4 with his dulcet tones. Yep, Clarkson is the voice of Forza 4--or at least part of it. Not that you haven't heard enough of Clarkson's voice over the years, but Microsoft wants to subject you to yet more of it. If that's your thing, awesome. If not, well, that's what that mute button is for. So what, exactly, will Clarkson be narrating for the Xbox 360 driving game? His opinions on a range of supercars, naturally. "We thought about how people want to interact with cars, to move...
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2012 BMW M5 On Track: VideoYou've already seen the 2012 BMW M5 on track, but this latest video features some great fly-bys, launches, and track footage--this time without the operatic score drowning out the squealing tires and throaty exhaust. That's reason enough for us to spend some quality time with the new Bimmer super...
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Porsche Building Long-Wheelbase Panamera For 2012?Porsche may be getting ready to jump into the executive limo segment with a long-wheelbase version of the Porsche Panamera, due to hit the streets early next year, according to a report. Whether it's slated for worldwide sale or a China-only run is unknown. The possibility of a special...
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"New Message: Your Car Has Been Stolen"... With A TextGetting text messages from friends or loved ones is always welcome. Spam messages from companies can be a nuisance. Having someone unlock and start your car with a text message is much more concerning. Unfortunately, it's not impossible, and researchers from San Francisco security consulting firm...
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2012 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport Pricing, Mega-GalleryPricing for the 2012 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport starts from $146,300.
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Ferrari Brings 7-Year Free Maintenance Program To U.S.One clear advantage for owners is improved resale value as prospective buyers will know the car has been looked after to Ferrari's exact standards.
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The 2012 Fisker Karma is powered by a pair of electric motors rated at a combined 408 horsepower and a 959 pound-feet of torque.
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Future Urban Mobility Relies On Real-Time Data AccessThe requirements for travel within the urban environment comes under greater pressure with every passing year. We're already past the point at which more than 50 percent of the world's population live in cities rather than rurally, and it's only set to increase. The Future Urban Mobility (FM)...
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2012 Audi S8 Spy ShotsThe 2012 Audi S8 will go on sale later this year, most likely with a debut at this September's 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show.
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Mercedes-Benz Working On 3D Displays And Hand-Gesture RecognitionIn addition to new 3D technology and hand-gesture recognition technology, Mercedes-Benz is also planning a whole new range of apps for its current COMAND Online multimedia system.
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Ferrari Sells Record Number Of Cars, Launches New Tailor Made Customization ProgramIf Ferrari continues its strong performance, 2011 is going to turn out to be one of the best years in the automaker's history.
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Rosberg Gives Coulthard A Scare At The Nurburgring In SLS AMG: VideoDespite being a German native, Nico Rosberg is a rookie when it comes to the Nurburgring, which we're sure only made his passenger, David Coulthard, more nervous.
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It's not really car-related, but since it uses the 5.6-liter V-8 from the Infiniti QX56, we find the company's plan to build a boat around the big engine pretty interesting. So far, Infiniti has done little more than reveal it's working on the project--but there's some special stuff in store. Working with the students at a local community college near the Decherd, Tennessee plant that builds the QX56 engines, Infiniti plans to drop the 400-horsepower engine and its seven-speed automatic transmission for use in the project. Infiniti will be posting updates on its Facebook page as the project...
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2012 Chrysler 300, Charger V-6 Models Get 31 MPG With 8-Speed: MarchionneJust yesterday we tempted you with our exclusive news of a supercharged Challenger and Charger from SRT, both sporting eight-speed transmissions. Today, Sergio Marchionne says the 2012 Charger and Chrysler 300 V-6 models, when equipped with the eight-speed, will achieve 31 mpg. That's not quite as...
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2013 Lexus GS To Offer Four-Cylinder Diesel?To truly bring the fight to the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, the 2013 Lexus GS will have to deliver on performance, style, comfort, and, for many, efficiency. In Europe, at least, that means an available four-cylinder diesel. According to the latest reports, Lexus is planning to do just...
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Nevada DMV LOL Over LMAOATU License Plate RecallA Las Vegas couple has been asked by Nevada's DMV to return their "offensive and derogatory" license plate, which simply reads "LMAOATU."
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How Your Favorite Supercar Photos Get So Awesome: VideoWe all love to drool over the gorgeous photos of supercars that grace the Web, including some of our stories here at MotorAuthority. But have you ever wondered how those photos got so awesome? Maybe you've taken some shots of your own and wondered why they fell flat in comparison. This video...
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Subaru WRX Touts Zombie-Escaping Prowess: VideoThe Subaru WRX hatchback is probably one of the best vehicles we can think of if you're running from hordes of the undead--but it's a curious choice for a marketing campaign given its lame-duck status thanks to the intro of the new Impreza. The choice of the WRX as the go-anywhere, escaping-Zombies...
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The first Audi TT RS was delivered in the U.S. this week, bringing with it the return of the RS line to our shores. With its 360-horsepower of turbocharged goodness, the new TT S is sure to bring its owner some fond memories as well. If you've already forgotten (shame!) the $56,850 TT RS packs a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline five-cylinder that cranks out 360 horsepower and 343 pound-feet of torque. The svelte little coupe also brings Audi's quattro all-wheel-drive system to the party, meaning it launches like a scalded ape. Yes, we want to drive one. As for the owner, a veteran race-car...
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2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Presentation VideoOn the eve of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, a handful of very lucky (and very connected) U.K. customers got to see a special presentation of the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0, built to send off the current-generation 911 in style. It's one of the best official looks at the car we've had yet, and...
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BMW, Porsche, Lexus Score In J.D. Power APEAL StudyLuxury nameplates are commonly at the top of the J.D. Power and Associates Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study--just as you'd expect. This year, BMW, Porsche, and Lexus score class wins, but dark horse Hyundai takes the top overall model win with the Equus. The APEAL study...
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Maserati Targeting 50,000 Annual Sales, Plans SUV Concept For FrankfurtTo reach the ambitious target of 50,000 annual sales, Maserati will be launching three brand new models over the coming years.
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Citroën Sponsors Nationwide Game Of Hide-And-Seek For The DS4U.K. readers: how'd you like a brand new car? Well as it turns out, Citroën is running a nationwide game of hide-and-seek, and if you play your cards right, you could drive off in a Citroën DS4. To participate, all you need is a computer, Android, or iPhone and a heaping helping of...
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2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC Priced From $143,400The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC is the fastest production car ever sold by Maserati in the U.S., able to sprint from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 185 mph.
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