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Despite production of the MG TF roadster slowly starting up at the Longbridge plant in the UK earlier this year, officials claim production lines have since halted because of a recent merger between... -
Ford says it’s keeping Volvo, won’t say for how longIn the face of its seemingly never-ending sale of Jaguar and Land Rover, Ford says it’s going to keep Volvo, at least for the present. No long-term plans were announced for what will be the last remaining arm of Ford’s Premier Automotive Group once Jaguar and Land Rover finally part...
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AC Schnitzer works its magic on the BMW M3 E92The BMW M3 already has a lot going for it, both in terms of looks and performance. So much, in fact, that it’s a hard to imagine a better balance between raw track-bound performance and street-going civility. But that hasn’t stopped the German tuners at AC Schnitzer from trying their...
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Stop-start tech coming to automaticsAs carmakers look for innovative and low cost technologies to improve fuel economy of their cars, one such method quickly garnering acclaim is a feature known as engine stop-start tech. The system essentially shuts down the engine to save fuel when the car is sitting idly in traffic and then almost...
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Mercedes-Benz brings diesel efficiency to petrol engines with CGI techMercedes-Benz has shown that ultra-efficient motoring doesn’t have to be limited to compact diesel and hybrid cars with the launch of its new E350 CGI and second-generation direct petrol injection system. Compared to the regular E350, the fuel consumption of the E350 CGI is lower by around...
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Ford Mustang Bullitt returns for 2008Ford has developed a new edition of the Mustang Bullitt to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the original highland green racer from the 1968 Steve McQueen movie. Developed using parts from Ford Racing Technology, the latest version features a 315hp 4.6L V8 engine with 440Nm (325lb-ft) of...
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Can’t wait for the ZR-1? Already have a C6 lying around? Then get out your checkbook and make a reservation for a spot on Pratt & Miller’s list of 25 or so lucky owners that will get a... -
Video: Behind the wheel of the Lamborghini ReventonThe Lamborghini Reventon is one of those cars that needs no introduction. Its powerful stance, aggressive lines and the raging bull on the bonnet tells you this is one of the most exclusive cars on the planet. It also signifies that this is a car most of us mere mortals will never get to own. The...
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Video: Jeremy Clarkson wins Special Recognition AwardAt last night’s National Television Awards ceremony in the UK, Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson took out the Special Recognition Award for his ‘unique contribution to television.’ The normally collected Clarkson seemed genuinely surprised to have won the award, which was...
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2008 Green Car of the Year finalists announcedNo other auto show is better suited to hosting a green car award than the premier automotive event in the world’s biggest market for eco-friendly cars, the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show. For the 2008 Green Car of the Year the nominees have been narrowed down to a field of just five finalists...
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Aussies go drag racing in a Toyota CamryUsually there’s nothing special about drag racing teams using a standard production sedan as the basis for their new dragster, but when a team chooses to adopt a vehicle normally reserved for the over fifties and cardigan wearers we start to get a little curious. A team in Australia are about...
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Ford Mustang FR500S unveiled at SEMAThe Mustang has been a race car as long as it’s been in production, initially in the Trans-Am series in the 1960s and 1970s, then more recently in the Grand-Am series. That tradition will continue in the all-new 2008 FR500S, designed for the Mustang spec series entitled the Ford Racing...
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Not wanting to wait for Chrysler to build an official Barracuda, HXC Performance has penned up their own version of a new-generation Cuda and are already taking orders for the car, which is expected...
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Lexus unveils new F-Sport performance accessory rangeIt seems this year’s SEMA Show had almost as many official presentations as the true aftermarket guys and we’re not just talking regular production cars with shiny wheels and a new coat of paint. This year saw a number of carmakers unveil their own interior accessories, entire stand...
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Electric car scheme uses cell phone model for plans, hardwareElectric cars are believed by many to be the wave of the future, but critics harp on the long recharging periods and short range as insurmountable obstacles. And the critics are right, at least based on current technology and the availability of recharging stations. But that may change if one man...
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Ford mods Flex with Foose and FunkmasterFord unveiled two modified versions of its Flex crossover at this week’s SEMA Show, one designed by legendary hot rodder Chip Foose and another developed by hip hop legend and car aficionado Funkmaster Flex. Both customizers have taken a unique approach in customizing their vehicle, Foose...
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Honda Accord Coupe HF-S and HFP at SEMAHonda came to SEMA with a mission this year, bringing 17 vehicles in total. One of the absolute hottest Hondas on show is the Accord Coupe HF-S Concept, a high-performance take on one of Honda’s proven production cars. The car isn’t intended for production, unlike the Honda Accord Coupe...
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Alfa just looking to cover costs with 8C CompetizioneThe Alfa 8C Competizione was never intended to be produced. It was just a concept car demonstrating what could be done with a brilliant team of engineers and lots of cash but an enthusiastic reception by the press and public encouraged Alfa to go ahead and build it. Unfortunately, Alfa decided to...
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One vehicle rolled out at this year’s SEMA Auto Show that almost no one could overlook is the Chrysler SR-392 Roadster, a sinister looking hot rod developed by a specialist Mopar design team... -
Prodrive kit pushes Subaru WRX STI to 400hpAs if the British motor company Prodrive wasn’t busy enough running Aston Martin’s racing program or trying to break into Formula One on its own, now they’re putting their Group N and WRC experience to use, introducing kits for the Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI. The 4,500€...
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50 Cent shows off his 500HP Pontiac G8We’ve already seen the new Pontiac G8 star in concept form in one of 50 Cent’s rap videos and now we have news of Fiddy’s own G8, which was unveiled this week at the SEMA Auto Show by the rapper himself. To build the car 50 Cent teamed up with New York-based tuner Unique...
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Buick unveils Enclave trio for SEMABuick will present no less than three modified Enclave crossovers at this week’s SEMA Auto Show, with one of the vehicles designed by nine-year NBA veteran Jerome Williams. The former NBA star’s customized model is differentiated by its ‘White Opal’ finish and 24in Giovanna...
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Cadillac planning RWD small car for EuropeGM’s efforts to boost the image of Cadillac in Europe has been thwarted by the poor performance of the FWD only BLS, especially up against segment leaders like the RWD BMW 3-series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. That’s why for its replacement Cadillac may switch to GM’s new RWD Alpha...
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First look at Jay Leno’s 600HP E85 C6RS CorvetteAt this week’s SEMA Auto Show GM will be emphasizing its ‘green’ performance credentials by unveiling a slew of modified cars capable of using E85 ethanol plus several ultra-efficient sports cars. In amongst the field of concept and production vehicles will be Jay Leno’s...
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