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Rumors of a turbocharged version of the BRZ's engine--and the BRZ itself--have swirled for a while now, as has its application elsewhere. But now, the talk is firming up with possible power figures, and they're nudging up against 270 hp. That's not exactly unheard from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder, as the Mitsubishi Evo has gone north of 300 horsepower with one, and several other similarly-sized four-pots have flirted with similar territory. Still, it's very fun territory, and the idea of the WRX going back to a 2.0-liter while gaining power engine makes us very happy. Why? In part because it...
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2013 Dodge Dart To Return 40 MPG, Offer Nine-Speed Auto: ReportThe new 2013 Dodge Dart subcompact set to debut next month at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show is a crucial model in the Fiat-Chrysler empire, as the car’s fuel efficiency will likely see Fiat reach the final of three goals that allow the Italian auto giant to increase its stake in Chrysler without...
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Cadillac Cue To Be First Infotainment System With Standard HD RadioCadillac will offer HD Radio standard in its new CUE infotainment system.
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2012 BMW 3-Series first drive reviewIt's hard to complain about driving anything on the Circuit de Catalunya, simply because you're on the Circuit de Catalunya. Some cars, however, will shine in such circumstances, while others will reveal their weaknesses. The 2012 BMW 3-Series shines. Well, it shines once you turn off all the...
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2013 Dodge Dart Preview: 2012 Detroit Auto ShowThe replacement for Dodge's compact car, most recently the Caliber, is here, and it bears a once-familiar name: Dart. Based on a combination of Alfa Romeo underpinning and Dodge style, the Dart will make its official global debut at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. Dodge is hyping the car heavily...
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Does This Video Prove The Cadillac ATS Will Come In AWD, Too?If you look close enough at Cadillac's latest video, it seems to offer evidence of an all-wheel-drive Cadillac ATS test mule.
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Development work on the 2013 Cadillac ATS sedan is progressing well, with the upcoming entry-level Caddy being fine-tuned not only at GM test centers around the world but also at the notorious Nurburgring-Nordschleife in Germany. Cadillac has now confirmed that the ATS will make its official world debut next month at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show alongside three other concept or production vehicle debuts from GM. The information was revealed by GM production development chief Mary Barra who concedes that the ATS will be facing a tough challenge when it goes on sale next summer. “ATS enters...
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2011 Mazda Takeri Concept Live Photos: 2011 Tokyo Motor ShowTake a good look at the stunning Mazda Takeri Concept that debuted today at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show as it's essentially a preview of the next-generation Mazda6 due next spring. Easily one of the best looking vehicles on show in Tokyo, the Takeri features the latest evolution of Mazda’s...
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2013 Lexus GS 450h Expected To Rate At More Than 30 MPGFor a roomy five-seat sedan packing 338 horsepower and capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds, the new 2013 Lexus GS 450h is remarkably fuel efficient. Lexus’ own mileage estimates for the car are 29/34 mpg city/highway or 31 mpg combined. To put that into perspective, the Lexus...
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2012 Subaru Impreza WRX STI S206: Forbidden FruitSubaru's highest performance STI model, the limited edition S206, is not for U.S. consumption.
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2013 Cadillac ATS Development Is All About The Details: VideoCadillac is tuning the ATS sedan to perform well on both the racetrack and on the Monday morning commute.
Kurt Ernst -
Daimler To Axe Maybach By 2013: ReportIt’s no secret Maybach has been a major flop for Daimler, with the brand’s annual sales figures for its 57 and 62 sedans falling far short of original projections. In June we reported that a decision on Maybach’s future would be made this year and now there are reports claiming...
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The 2012 CLS 63 AMG's strengths overcome its weaknesses to make it a nominee for Motor Authority's 2012 Best Car To Buy award.
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2012 BMW 3-Series Sedans Priced From $35,795The 2012 BMW 3-Series sedans are out, and today, they've been priced. The 2012 328i starts from $35,795 including destination fees, and the 2012 335i starts from $43,295. These new prices represent rises of $320 and $370, respectively, but include more standard equipment, such as a 6.5-inch center...
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2012 Best Car To Buy Nominee: 2012 Audi A7The 2012 Audi A7 is a fine mash-up of luxury sedan and hatchback, with style few have managed to match in the segment. Combining practicality with performance and style with luxury, it's a nominee for our 2012 Best Car To Buy award.
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Jaguar XF 2.2 Diesel: 2,884 Miles In Under Two MinutesEarlier this month two brothers from the UK drove a Jaguar XF luxury sedan across the U.S., starting in New York and ending up in Los Angeles after traveling some 2,884 miles. While this in itself is nothing spectacular, the fact that they averaged a fuel economy of 52.4 mpg over the course of the...
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Lexus Working On GS With Downsized Hybrid Drivetrain?Lexus recently took the wraps off its new 2013 GS 450h and although the automaker is yet to announce any mileage figures, the latest hybrid luxury sedan is expected to be roughly 30 percent more fuel efficient than the one it replaces. That means we could be seeing a combined gas mileage of around...
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2013 Lexus GS 250: Forbidden FruitLexus will launch a 2.5-liter V-6 version of it's GS luxury sedan, in selected markets, next June.
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To compete against luxury AWD sedans from Audi, BMW and Mercedes, Jaguar is developing AWD drivetrains for some of its cars.
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2013 Lincoln MKS: 2011 Los Angeles Auto ShowAt this week’s 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show Lincoln is showing off its latest MKS luxury sedan, which has just undergone a facelift for the 2013 model year. Sadly, like the similarly updated MKT we saw earlier, the stylists at Lincoln were unable to change the look dramatically, which means the...
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2013 Porsche Panamera GTS: 2011 Los Angeles Auto ShowThere’s a new model in the Panamera lineup and it’s called the 2013 Porsche Panamera GTS. The super-sedan made its official world debut today at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show ahead of its sales launch late next summer. Reviving the GTS badge, short for Gran Turismo Sport, which was...
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2012 Hyundai Azera Live Photos: 2011 L.A. Auto ShowAt first glance you may mistake it for a new Lexus ES, but pictured above is the brand new 2012 Hyundai Azera, which comes on the market with a premium look, a fuel efficient engine, and a roomy cabin. Like Hyundai’s other recent model launches, the Azera now features the brand’s...
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2012 Hyundai Azera: 2011 Los Angeles Auto ShowHyundai’s Azera near-luxury sedan represents a significant milestone in the brand’s history, as it was the very first Hyundai model to creep above the $30,000 price barrier. The Azera proved that Hyundai could compete on more than just a low price, and paved the way for later luxury...
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Fisker Partners With Premium Leather Provider Bridge Of WeirFisker Automobiles will begin using Bridge of Weir Leather, both for its quality and for its low-carbon-emissions manufacturing process.
Kurt Ernst