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  • Ford SYNC

    Late yesterday Ford revealed its latest-generation SYNC in-car connectivity system, which for 2009 is updated with a new personalized Traffic, Directions and Information system. The new services will be available on nearly all 2010 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury models, however, their availability will be limited to the North American market. Today, at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show taking place in Las Vegas, Ford announced that SYNC will go global in 2010. It will first be launched in Europe and then it should migrate to the Asia Pacific and Australian markets. To deliver the service, Ford...

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    2010 Buick LaCrosse sedan unveiled

    A long series of teasers and spy shots have given hints at what the 2010 Buick LaCrosse would look like, but today General Motors has revealed the whole package just ahead of the start of the Detroit Auto Show. While the design is completely fresh, the car is also "instantly recognizable as a...

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    New details for 2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class

    The E-class has been officially released by Mercedes-Benz. Click here for pictures and information. Late last year we captured spy images of the E63 AMG version of the next-generation Mercedes Benz E-Class testing in Germany, then camouflaged prototypes for the new 'Estate' wagon were spotted, and...

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    Video: Behind the scenes of BMW's X6 M development

    Last week BMW gave us a behind-the-scenes look at the development and testing of the 2010 Z4 roadster, and this week we get a look at what's going on in the X6 M high-performance SUV's development. The latest video shows BMW's engineers and development team as they mold the coupe-like SUV into a...

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    Video: Behind the scenes prototyping BMW's new Z4

    Developing an all-new iteration of a beloved car is no easy feat. Improving on the existing strengths while introducing as few new weaknesses as possible and at the same time improving value and performance is as tough a balancing act as you're likely to find. But BMW thinks it's done the job with...

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    Ford unveils automated parking system for Lincoln MKS and MKT

    The 2010 Lincoln MKT crossover has officially been revealed at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. Click here for all the details and images. Ford is introducing an automatic parking system in the flagship Lincoln MKS sedan, as well as the upcoming Lincoln MKT seven-seat luxury crossover, to help drivers...

  • 2010 Toyota Prius first official image

    Toyota’s next-generation petrol-electric Prius hybrid is scheduled to make its world debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January, however new images of the car, plus this latest teaser video, have made their way onto the web, showing up-close details of the interior and exterior of the upcoming hybrid. Previous shots revealed on the 'PriusChat' Internet forum were confirmed as genuine by Toyota on the carmaker's own Open Road blog. Site's editor John F. Thompson wrote: "We thought we’d take a moment to confirm that the car shown in these unauthorized photos – at least the ones...

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    Video: Cadillac previews new SRX cavorting in the snow

    The Cadillac SRX has been officially revealed. Click here to view the story. Cadillac's new SRX crossover isn't due to hit the streets until mid-2009, but the company released a preview of the car as it will look in production guise at this year's Pebble Beach Auto Show, and now a video of the car...

  • 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
    GM reveals 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

    General Motors has taken the wraps off the first of its all-new models planned for next month’s Detroit Auto Show. The vehicle is the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox compact crossover, which also debuts GM’s new compact direct-injection petrol engine range. Chevrolet expects nearly two-thirds of...

  • behind the wheel of a behavior-mapping Volvo
    Volvo launches research project to map driver behavior

    As advanced as cars are becoming in terms of safety aids, nothing can make up for a skillful, attentive driver behind the wheel - yet, at least. Volvo has launched a research program to study how normal drivers react to tough traffic situations in the hopes of improving their cars' safety. The data...

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    Audi prices new A6 and S6 lineup

    Premium mid-level sedans are a tricky business, balancing just enough luxury and features with sporting performance to stand above the entry-level crowd, but taking care not to step on the toes of their bigger brothers. Audi's A6 and sportier S6 variant are among the better players of this delicate...

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    Porsche 911 Carrera achieves 35mpg average fuel-economy

    Porsche may not be known for the environmental qualities of its cars, but now the company is hoping to turn this around by proving that its cars can be economical if driven in the right way. German motoring personality Klaus Niedzwiedz took on a challenge to see just how economical the 345hp...

  • The Volvo S60 Concept

    Volvo has released details and images for a new concept vehicle previewing its next-generation S60 saloon due in 2010. The concept car will make its world debut next month at the Detroit Auto Show and reveals the latest evolution of Volvo’s current design theme. "The concept car's exterior gives a clear indication of what customers can expect of the all-new S60. On the inside we've been even more daring - there the focus has been on creating a vision of the future in the slightly longer perspective," explained Volvo design director Steve Mattin. At first glance, the S60 features...

  • 2010 BMW Z4 Roadster
    BMW unveils 2010 Z4 Roadster ahead of Detroit Auto Show Debut

    BMW has released the first details and images for its all-new Z4 Roadster, which is set to make its debut next month at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show before going on sale in the following months. The design of the new Z4 comes out through classic details interpreted in a very modern style, highlighted...

  • 2010 Nissan GT-R Spec-V spy shots
    Rumored full specs for Nissan GT-R Spec-V

    Nissan execs have confirmed the existence of a Spec-V GT-R, a lighter and more powerful version of the already extreme Japanese supercar, and we now have what is rumored to be final specs for the car based on information revealed at this weekend’s 12th annual Nismo Festival in Japan. The...

  • 2010 Mini Cooper Cabrio Mark II
    Mini unveils Mark II Cooper Cabrio

    Mini has released the first details about its second-generation Cabrio model, which is set to go on sale in the first half of next year in both Cooper and Cooper S trims following a world debut at January's Detroit Auto Show. Equipped with a new suspension set-up, more powerful and efficient...

  • 2010 Porsche Panamera
    Porsche Panamera official details

    Following this past weekend’s premature leak of official Panamera details, Porsche has now released the full gamut of details and images for its upcoming sedan. The Panamera will officially go on sale in April next year and will make its world debut one month earlier at the Geneva Motor Show...

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    BMW Performance goes online: 1-Series and 3-Series get first upgrades

    BMW has released a video on its website promoting its new 'BMW Performance' range of accessories, which is designed to allow customers to purchase factory-backed performance and aesthetic upgrades for their cars. We first saw details about the new BMW Performance range in September of last year...

  • 2010 mustang interior teaser 15 001

    Click here for all the details on the 2010 Ford Mustang. With rising fuel prices and increased environmental concerns pushing customers towards smaller cars, Ford is well aware of the negative image its brawny Mustang projects on new car buyers. Due late next year for the 2010 model year, Ford will be updating its iconic muscle car with a number of changes to its exterior as well as a complete revamp of its powertrain lineup to appease those concerned about fuel-economy. According to new information leaked today, the car's price will put it on par with competition like the Challenger and...

  • 2010 BMW Z4 leaked shot
    BMW unveils Z4 ahead of 2009 Detroit Auto Show

    The 2010 BMW Z4 has officially been revealed. Click here for all the details and images. BMW’s next-generation Z4 Roadster is due for its first public outing at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, but the new spy shots have revealed the car about a month ahead of the show. As hinted at by the spy...

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    Winner picked for 2010 Ford Mustang story competition

    To promote the upcoming 2010 Ford Mustang and create some new buzz before its arrival, Ford asked Mustang enthusiasts to send in their own stories about the iconic car and how it affected their lives. Out of a long list of entries, a winner has been picked and for their efforts they will receive a...

  • 2008 Hamann Volcano Mercedes McLaren SLR
    Hamann Volcano based on the Mercedes McLaren SLR

    The standard Mercedes McLaren SLR is already one of the most impressive cars on the road but Hamann has lifted performance of the striking supercar even further with the introduction of its new ‘Volcano’ tuning pack. Focusing mainly improving the SLR’s aerodynamics, Hamann has...

  • 2010 BMW Z4 spy shots
    2010 BMW Z4 spy shots from the Nurburgring

    BMW’s next-generation Z4 Roadster is due to arrive early next year as a 2010 model, and contrary to numerous reports the new model is expected to grow in both size and price. Heavily camouflaged prototypes of the car have been spotted testing at the Nurburgring but shots from earlier this...

  • 2008 Mercedes McLaren SLR 722 GT race car
    Video: Mercedes McLaren SLR 722 'GT' track action

    The Mercedes McLaren SLR 722 GT was first revealed exactly one year ago and since that time we have seen Mercedes announce the end of its manufacturing partnership with McLaren as well as unveil the new SLR Roadster 722 ‘S’ model. Back then it wasn’t known if the newly established...

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