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Porsche-specialist tuner Ruf has had a string of modified high-powered Porsche models featured on the pages of MotorAuthority, one of which was the Ruf Rt12 - for those that don't remember, the Rt12 managed to blitz even the massively fast Mercedes-Mclaren SLR '722' special edition in a sprint from...

BMW announced at an urgent press conference in Munich, Germany on Wednesday morning that it will withdraw from Formula One at the end of the 2009 season. The decision was made at a board meeting 24 hours earlier. "I can understand why this decision was made from a corporate perspective," said team...

Acura has released the first photos and details of the 2010 RDX.

Toyota has some bold plans for its hybrid lineup in Europe. The auto giant will reportedly launch a new entry-level, dedicated hybrid Lexus hatchback in Europe next year and now it’s claimed Toyota will also start production of another hybrid model in France. While the Lexus version will be...

Earlier this month Mercedes Benz unveiled two new entry-level E-Class models for the European market. The cars featured highly-efficient four-cylinder engines in both gasoline and diesel guises and are just a taste of what is to come from the German luxury marque. Mercedes’ new engine design...

Acura teased us back at February’s Chicago Auto Show with a new V6-powered version of its TSX sports sedan, and now the car is finally ready to go sale as part of the automaker’s updated 2010 lineup. The midsize sedan picks up Acura’s familiar 3.5L V6 from its TL and RL siblings...

Joining the updated RDX for the 2010 model year is a revised MDX SUV, which like its smaller sibling gets a series of styling, performance, and technology updates. For 2010, the MDX features a fresh new exterior look, a revised powertrain that includes a new 6-speed automatic, chassis refinements...

Acura has finally released details for its facelifted RDX, which for 2010 gets a fresh new exterior look, a more luxurious interior, and a host of new technology features. For 2010, the RDX is also available with a two-wheel drive option which offers improved fuel economy and a lower price point...

Annalynne McCord nearly pulls a Britney, but not by accident

Want a new Bugatti convertible? Bring $200 million to the table--but it's not like you have to be a nice guy, or anything.

Volkswagen-owned Skoda doesn't get much press in the U.S. but over in Central and Eastern Europe it is one of the most popular automotive brands. Having launched new versions of its mainstream Octavia and Superb sedans in the past year, the company recently took the covers if its all-new Yeti...

Nissan is getting ready to release its first electric vehicle for the U.S. and Japanese markets in 2010, and to help butter up potential customers the automaker has provided us with some details on its new electric vehicle platform. Additionally, Nissan has developed a new for the upcoming electric...

Automakers and law enforcement seem to have a knack for joining together, especially when it comes to high-performance pursuit vehicles that give the car companies free publicity and provide the authorities with some much needed 'cool' factor. Continuing in the tradition of the Lamborghini Gallardo...

Ferrari has released the first details of its newest supercar, the Ferrari 458 Italia, which represents one of the largest leaps forward in technology, performance and emissions ever seen from the legendary Italian automaker. Its new 4.5-liter V8 engine produces 570hp (425kW) and 400lb-ft (540Nm)...

Calming the kids, or crafty product placement for the McCafe?

Mrs. Tom Cruise runs from evil gnomes in Australia, almost catches fire.

We've told you about the new Lexus compact car being developed for markets outside the U.S. Now, Autocar magazine reports the new vehicle will have a fall debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show in September. The proposed new Lexus would challenge the likes of the BMW 1-Series and the new Mercedes A-...

The latest version of the Lamborghini Murcielago doesn't come from the factory. Maybe from hell instead? It's Reiter's newest race-ready version of the outgoing Lambo supercar, and it's headed for an FIA-sanctioned event next year. The new Reiter Lamborghini LP670 R-SV has been shown at the 24...

New crossover will go on sale for 2010 model year.

It's the most powerful passenger car on the planet. Also, one of the fastest. And the most likely to bankrupt small South American nations forced to decide between it and, say, a military. It's the Bugatti Veyron 16.4. Or, rather, the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport, the targa-topped version of the...